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University of Nebraska No.6 1992 Dear Alumni:
The 1990's and new opportunities to the Entomology Department at the . It was a cold day in Lincoln, January 3, 1990 when I to serve as the new Department Head. However, the faculty, staff and students a very warm welcome. The past two years have been a learning experience us. We have all grown in many ways. We have had growth beyond my expectations and! could not be more pleased. While times are economically , programs and productivity are increasing. All have pulled together to an excellent working team that is quickly becoming the envy of many departments in Midwest.
We have increased new revised courses, and new direction for teaching, research Grants and contracts are at an all time high. I believe we more graduate students than at any time in· recent history. We have plans new and are planning innovative approaches to address new and
The Department is , animal protection, integrated pest management, the and urban pest management. We have reaffirmed our commitment to in extension, teaching, and research, both basic and applied. The demand expertise that our Department provides is in even greater demand. I receive more requests for our graduates and undergraduates than our program can fill.
We invite you to us a call or us professional meetings.
John Foster Professor and Head Department of Entomology This Sixth Newsletter of the Department of Entomology
University of Nebraska
is Sincerely Dedicated to
the memories of:
Robert E. Roselle
and Jerold H. L. 8ell IN MEMORIAM
Robert E. Roselle
August 17, 1917 - February 5, 1991
Bob retired in 1983. Although he had a serious stroke very shortly after his retirement, his recovery appeared to be complete and he was living a life of quiet contentment. Thus, his sudden death was an unexpected and very sad shock to all who knew him. For over 30 years, Bob had served the University and the people of Nebraska as Extension Entomologist in the Department of Entomology. Among his many achievements and legacies is one of the strongest Extension Entomology programs in the country. Bob's outstanding work was recognized in many ways. For example, he was a recipient of the NCEA Outstanding Specialist Award and the USDA Superior Service Award. Bob was especially well recognized by the citizens of Nebraska because of his many years of regular appearances on the TV show "Backyard Farmer". Bob is survived by his wife Peggy and their three sons. IN MEMORIAM
Jerold H.l. Bell
October 26, 1920 - July 18, 1991
Jerry retired in 1980. Several years ago he began a very courageous battle with cancer. Jerry fought this final battle with the same tenacity and quiet faith that he had used throughout his life. Before his retirement Jerry was employed by USDA-APHIS as a grasshopper control specialist with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Entomology. In that capacity Jerry gave many years of faithful service to the farmers and ranchers of Nebraska. Jerry continued to attend and participate in departmental seminars for as long as it was possible for him to do so. We remember him for his diligent and cooperative spirit. Jerry is survived by his wife Lorraine and their three sons.
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EXTENSION NEWS
Fred Baxendale
The last three years have been a period of transition for Extension Entomology. February 5, 1991 saw the death of our long-time friend and colleague Bob Roselle. For more than 30 years, Bob served the Department, University and people of Nebraska as an Extension Entomologist. When he retired in 1983, his accomplishments included one of the strongest and best respected extension entomology programs in the nation. Bob will be missed, but his work will continue as we strive to uphold his example of innovation and outstanding leadership in extension programming.
As of this writing, the Lincoln extension staff consists of Specialists Drs. Fred Baxendale, Steve Danielson, Dave Keith and Ackland Jones. Dave Keith recently rejoined our staff after spending four years in Morocco heading up the MIAC Dryland Agriculture Applied Research Project. Pat Mattran replaced Kitti McKee as Extension Secretary and Jim Kalisch continues to provide outstanding service as our Extension Technologist. In addition, Dr. Shripat Kamble provides invaluable expertise in the area of urban pest management.
Mr. Art Hagen retired from the University in 1990 after 33 years of service. Art's more recent extension accomplishments included coordination of the statewide insect, plant disease and noxious weed survey program. Dr. Leroy Peters also announced his retirement effective in June 1991. Leroy was responsible for Extension Entomology programming at the South Central Research and Extension Center for over 19 years. Both of these outstanding individuals will be greatly missed by colleagues and clients alike. We wish Art and Marlene and Leroy and Bobbie well in their retirements.
Dr. Bob Wright will transfer to the South Central Research and Extension Center in January 1992 where he will fill the vacancy left by Leroy's retirement. Bob's research and extension activities will focus on insect pest management of field crops. He will also continue his duties as statewide coordinator of the Field Crops IPM program.
Our remaining extension entomology staff consists of Dr. Jack Campbell and Ron Seymour at the West Central Research and Extension Center at North Platte, Dr. John Witkowski and Keith Jarvi at the Northeast Research and Extension Center near Concord, and Dr. Gary Hein at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.
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TEACHING NEWS
J. Ackland Jones
Three new faculty have assumed duties since the last newsletter. Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson (PhD California-Berkeley) joined us in the spring of 1989, filling the vacancy in insect physiology created by Dr. Harold Ball's retirement. Dr. Leon G. Higley (PhD Iowa State) replaced Dr. Tom Holtzer in insect ecology in the Fall of 1989. Leon will also teach an introductory course for non-science majors. Dr. Blair D. Siegfried (PhD Penn State) assumed a new position in toxicology in 1990. He will offer a graduate course in insect toxicology and a more general course for undergraduates on toxins in the environment.
Medical-veterinary entomology was taught last semester by Dr. Wayne L. Kramer (PhD California-Riverside), the medical entomologist with the Nebraska Department of Health and an adjunct member of the faculty. Beginning Spring 1992, Dr. Z B Mayo will teach the course in insect pest management by host plant resistance formerly taught by Dr. George Manglitz. The beekeeping course is being taught by Marion D. Ellis, apiarist with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and PhD student in the Department. A course on professional development was offered to graduate students the spring semester of 1991 by Drs. David W. Stanley Samuelson and Leon G. Higley.
The recent reorganization of the College of Agriculture into the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources has created an opportunity for some curriculum changes. We are in the process of developing an undergraduate entomology major to be offered through the division of Natural Resources. A revised version of the current crop protection major will be maintained in Agricultural Sciences.
RESEARCH NEWS
Z B Mayo
It has only been three years since our last newsletter, but there has been considerable change and growth in our research program during this short time period. Since the 1988 newsletter, Dr. Roger E. Gold left the University of Nebraska to become Director of the Urban and Industrial Entomology Center at Texas A&M University. This was a big loss to our Department and the University of Nebraska, but it provided a unique and challenging opportunity to Roger. We all wish him well in that position.
The other changes in our research program are all on the positive side. Dr. John E. Foster joined our Department in January 1990 as our new Department Head and is in the process of developing a plant resistance to insects research program.
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Dr. Foster is internationally recognized for his expertise in plant resistance and is a valuable addition to our research program and department. We have three new research/teaching positions, two new courtesy appointments, and the USDA Midwest Livestock Research Laboratory has three new positions.
In the last newsletter, I mentioned that we had just hired Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson to be our new insect physiologist/biochemist, but at that time he had not arrived on campus. David started in April of 1989 and has developed a nationally and internationally recognized research program studying the biological significance of lipid mediators. He has just been selected by the Agriculture Research Division as the co-winner of the Junior Faculty for Excellence in Research Award. Dr. Leon G. Higley joined our faculty as a research/teaching insect ecologist in September 1989 and almost immediately became project leader for a multi-state soybean insect stress, plant interaction research grant. Dr. Blair D. Siegfried joined our program in August of 1990 as an insect toxicologist with a shared appointment between Entomology and the Water Center. He has already obtained several grants and has research collaborations in several departments on campus as well as with Kansas State University and Colorado State University.
With these additions to our faculty, I think you can see why we are so excited about the continued growth and productivity of our program. However, the story gets even better. The USDA-ARS is transferring the screwworm genetics program to Lincoln to become a part of the Midwest Livestock Research Unit's overall program. Two new scientists, Dr. Dave B. Taylor and Dr. Richard D. Peterson, will join the program. Dr. Dave Taylor recently arrived on campus and is in the process of setting up the research program. Dr. Peterson will be on board in the near future. Additionally, Steve Skoda joined the Midwest Livestock Research Unit this past year. He will be working on the biology, ecology, and management of pestiferous insects of confined livestock. We have also added two courtesy appointments to our faculty, Dr. Anthony J. Zera in Biological Sciences and Dr. Thomas O. Powers in Plant Pathology. Tony is an insect evolutionary ecologist. Tom is using molecular probes to study evolutionary biology of insects and nematodes. We have several faculty working with these individuals and they have helped increase the quality of our research programs in several areas. These new additions to our research program, added to the quality faculty we already had available, provides us with unique opportunities to grow and be extremely productive.
Although space and budgets continue to be tight, we did get our ancient greenhouses completely renovated this past year and they have added tremendously to our overall research capabilities. This is an exciting Department to be in at the present time. We invite you to stop by and see us so you can share in our excitement.
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MUSEUM NEWS
Brett C. Ratcliffe, Curator Division of Entomology University of Nebraska State Museum
The systematics research collections in entomology continue to grow with each year's field activities which usually center around the annual trip to Neotropics to collect. Expeditions were made to southern Mexico in 1989 and 1991, Costa Rica in 1990, and Amazonian Brazil in 1991. Loan activity and off-campus visitors continue to be high reflecting both the importance and the breadth of our holdings.
For the last three years we have been conducting surveys in Nebraska for the American Burying Beetle, Nicrophorus americanus (Silphidae), a species on the endangered species list. Only two populations of this once wide-spread insect are known to exist, and they are in Rhode Island and Oklahoma. A specimen was taken at Halsey forest in 1970 and North Platte in 1988, but it has not been seen since. We keep trying to find them in Nebraska as well as seeking explanations as to why it is disappearing.
The Division's Research Associates continue to contribute to our programs and collections. They are Dr. Kenneth Pruess (UNL), Steve Spomer (UNL), Dr. Randy Lawson (Chadron State College), Dr. Don Thomas (USDA, Weslaco, Texas), Dr. Dodge Engleman (Republic of Panama), and Mary Liz Jameson (University of Kansas).
The four million dollar renovation of the Museum's public galleries in Morrill Hall was completed in March of 1990. Climate control, enhanced security, new offices and some gallery reconfiguration were accomplished. The large task of fund raising for installation of major, new displays remains. A daunting prospect but an opportunity nevertheless.
SOUTH CENTRAL RESEARCH AND EXTENSION CENTER NEWS
Robert J. Wright
The South Central Research and Extension Center (SCREC) is the newest of the University's off-campus centers and serves 19 counties in south central Nebraska. It was established in 1968 and an entomologist (Dr. Leroy Peters) was hired in 1972. Dr. Peters had a split research and extension appOintment. His research program included studies on the control of such insects as greenbugs on sorghum, corn rootworms on corn, and chinch bugs on corn and sorghum. He also participated in
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the Burlington Northern Foundation Water Quality Research Project at SCREC, working on the movement of insecticides through the soil. His extension program covered entomological problems in south central Nebraska and he provided leadership in statewide stored product insects extension programming. Dr. Peters retired as of June 30, 1991.
I will be transferring to the SCREC at Clay Center, effective January 2, 1992, as an Assistant Professor with a 50% research and 50% extension appointment in the area of field crop insect pest management, with emphasis on corn, sorghum and soybeans. I will continue to coordinate the statewide extension field crops integrated pest management program. I am currently involved in some research and extension projects based in south central Nebraska which will continue when I transfer to Clay Center; these include research on the role of arthropods in the epidemiology of corn lethal necrosis disease (in cooperation with Dr. Lance Meinke) and participation in the Mid-Nebraska Water Quality Demonstration Project. Other research and extension projects will be developed in the future.
WEST CENTRAL RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS
John B. Campbell North Platte, Nebraska
Entomology personnel at the West Central Regional Research and Extension Center are: Dr. John B. Campbell, Project Leader; Ronald C. Seymour, Extension Assistant-IPM; David J. Boxler, Research Technologist and Charlene Warneke, Staff Secretary III. In addition thesis research is conducted here by four Department graduate students: Earl Andress, Larry Appel, Michael Catangui and Ronald Seymour.
Research relating to three regional projects (NC-154, NCR-99 and NCS-3) is conducted. Major research thrusts relating to feedlots are: (a) Evaluation of Brahma crossbred cattle for resistance to stable flies, (b) Impact of fly control management on stable and house fly parasites and (c) Evaluation of the effects of environmental factors on stable fly survival. Major research thrusts relating to range and pasture ;are: (a) Horn fly economic thresholds, (b) Management of pyrethroid-resistant horn fly populations and (c) Evaluation of the effects of environmental factors on survival of horn and face flies.
Extension activities include IPM-corn insects with primary emphasis of spider mites, second brood corn borer and western bean cutworm. We have also expanded into alfalfa, dry edible beans, sorghum, sunflowers and wheat IPM programs recently. We are also involved in pesticide training.
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NORTHEAST RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS
John F. Witkowski Concord, Nebraska
The Northeast Research and Extension Center was established in 1956 by virtue of the gift to the University of Nebraska of a 320 acre farm by the C.D. Haskell family. Although Agronomy, Animal Science, Forestry, and a few other positions were in place by 1960, an Entomology position (50/50 research/extension) was not established until 1975. An Integrated Pest Management extension assistant position was established in 1978. Both positions are presently filled by their initial appointees, Dr. John Witkowski and Keith Jarvi, respectively.
The two positions form the nucleus of a comprehensive entomology research and extension program directed at meeting the needs of Nebraska agriculture and specifically the needs of local clientele. The Entomology extension position description dictates providing leadership in developing district programs in insect pest management with major emphasis in the area of pests on corn, forage legumes and soybeans, with minor emphasis on livestock and urban insect problems. The research appointment carries responsibilities to develop applied research programs on corn insects and insects affecting forage legumes and soybeans. This program has evolved into a comprehensive program investigating the biology and control of the European corn borer, bean leaf beetle and other selected insects of Northeast Nebraska.
The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) position is part of a statewide federally funded project stressing education in IPM techniques. The major focus of the program has been to encourage clientele to use field and feedlot scouting as a primary source of information for pest management decision making. Clientele are trained in scouting methods in lab sessions and in follow-up field sessions. Information on pest conditions are distributed through a variety of media sources including a Northeast Nebraska IPM newsletter. Although classified a 100% extension position, considerable research time has been devoted to alfalfa insects and on the feasibility of using reduced rates of soil insecticides for management of the rootworm larvae complex on continuous corn.
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PANHANDLE RESEARCH AND EXTENSION NEWS
Gary l. Hein Scottsbluff, Nebraska
The extension entomology program in the Panhandle focuses on several of the main crops grown in this area. The major crops grown in the irrigated areas of the Panhandle are sugarbeets, dry beans and corn. The main dryland crop is wheat, with significant acres of millet and sunflower also being grown. Rangeland is also a very important part of agriculture in the Panhandle. Some emphasis is also being placed on potato production.
Research efforts are currently being focused on wheat and sugarbeets. Research into the Russian wheat aphid is underway, with studies into the aphid's behavior and ecology and into developing economic thresholds for this insect. The sugarbeet root maggot is a sporadic insect in the Panhandle, but the resulting damage is devastating. Research into trying to identify where this insect will be a problem and how to manage it are underway. An additional insect, the sugarbeet root aphid, is of unknown importance in sugarbeet production. Research to determine its impact on sugarbeet production is underway.
THE LAWRENCE BRUNER ENTOMOLOGY CLUB
The Bruner Club was established to "foster interest and understanding in the science of entomology and related fields." Most of the members are graduate students, although anyone with interest in entomology is encouraged to join. The club promotes entomology to the public through various services, such as presentations to public schools, the Children's Ground Water Festival, and 4-H conferences. Club members also assist the Entomology Department with the State Fair and youth education activities. Socially, the Bruner Club helps strengthen the relationships between students, faculty, and staff through planned social events. Additional activities for the following year include a collecting trip and beekeeping. Bruner Club funding comes through sales of T-shirts, hats, and honey.
Current Club Officers:
President ...... Tom Hunt Past President ...... Bob Peterson Vice President ...... Earl Andress Secretary /Treasurer ...... Midori Ono Student Representative ...... Bob Peterson Faculty Advisors ...... Leon Higley ...... Blair Siegfried
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LlNNAEAN GAMES TEAM NEWS Robert Wright, Coach
The Linnaean Games is a question/answer competition held at ESA meetings among graduate student teams from Entomology departments. This friendly competition is patterned after the College Bowl TV show and started in the North Central Branch in 1982. In 1983, the Linnaean Games started at the National ESA meetings among representatives from the branches. Both national and branch competitions have continued since. A team from Nebraska has competed annually at the NCB meetings.
Since the last newsletter, a UNL team (consisting of Rich Clopton, Krista Golden, Matt Byers, Wes Watson, and Tom Weissling, with assistant coach Barry Pawson and coach Dr. Larry Godfrey) placed second at the March 1989 NCB-ESA meetings in Indianapolis, Indiana. I replaced coach Godfrey later in 1989. In 1990, the Nebraska team (composed of Tom Weissling, Jim Cawthra, Bob Davis, Mike Catangui, Krista Golden and Wes Watson), finished second (again sigh) in the NCB-ESA competition in Grand Rapids, Michigan, tying our best place historically. In 1991, the Nebraska team was composed of Bob Peterson, Bob Davis. Ron Seymour, Suresh Prabhakaran, Steve Skoda, and Elaine Douskey. This team practiced together to compete in the NCB-ESA competition at Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Unfortunately, the departmental van arrived late, and despite switching our scheduled time slot with another pairing, Bob Peterson, Ron Seymour and Elaine Douskey missed the competition. With the last-minute inclusion of recent UNL Entomology graduate (and former Nebraska Linnaean Game team member). Krista Golden. Nebraska was able to field a team. They competed valiantly, but lost a close match to Michigan State University in their first match. A Nebraska team will compete next in March 1992 at the Kansas City, Missouri NCB-ESA meetings. Hopefully, the whole team will be present at the start of the competition this year.
1990 Nebraska Linnaean Team Members Front row (I. to r.): Mike Catangui, Coach Wright, Krista Golden, and Wes Watson. Back row: Tom Weissling, Jim Cawthra and Bob Davis.
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RECENT RETIREMENTS
HAROLD J. BALL retired on May 16, 1989 after serving the department for approximately 38 years. Harold served with the U.S. Navy during World War II and immediately before coming to Nebraska he completed his graduate studies at the University of Wisconsin. Hal's Nebraska research was in the areas of insect physiology and insect toxicology and concentrated on the effects of light quality on insect responses and insecticide resistance in corn rootworms. Hal had the sole responsibility for th~ teaching of courses in insect toxicology and physiology for many years. Hal continues to maintain a presence on campus (except for his annual summer migrations to northern Wisconsin) and we expect him to continue to do so for many years to come. We wish many years of happy retirement for Hal and Ellen.
ARTHUR F. HAGEN retired on July 1, 1990 after completing exactly 33 years of service with the University. For most of his career Art held a split research/extension appointment at Scottsbluff where both his extension and research assignment covered crops grown in the Panhandle. In 1987 Art's assignment shifted to that of Extension Pest Survey Coordinator and he was transferred to the West Central Center at North Platte. The farmers and ranchers of western Nebraska have benefitted from his assistance with their insect problems. We wish Art and his wife, Marlene, many years of happy retirement.
LEROY L. PETERS retired on July 1, 1991. Leroy began his association with the Department of Entomology on July 1, 1972 when he began working at the South Central Center at Clay Center. Prior to his accepting this extenSion/research appOintment, Leroy had spent several years each in the entomology departments at Kansas State University and the University of Missouri. At Clay Center his primary research and extension responsibilities concerned the insect problems of south central Nebraska where he very ably dispensed advice to farmers. Leroy and Bobbi have made their retirement home in Wamego, Kansas and we wish them many years of retired happiness.
CLIFFORD J. WALSTROM while not actually retiring, because he had been a part-time employee, was honored for his many years of teaching "beekeeping" at a reception held by the department on May 7, 1991. Many former students will remember Cliff's store-house of knowledge on bees and his willingness to share that knowledge. Cliff was presented with a plaque from the department commemorating his more than 30 years of service. Cliff received a B.S. in Agriculture from the University of Nebraska in 1949 and served as extension entomologist from 1949 to 1950. From 1950 to 1972 he was the State Entomologist, Nebraska Department of Agriculture. We wish Cliff and Florence the best for the years to come.
9 DEPARTMENT OF ENTOMOLOGY STAFF 1991-1992
FACULTY
Baxendale, Fred P., Associate Professor Campbell, John B., Professor Danielson, Stephen D., Assistant Professor Dix, Mary Ellen, Associate Professor, Adjunct, USDA-Forest Service Foster, John E., Professor and Head Harrell, Mark 0., Associate Professor, Courtesy, Department of Forestry, Fisheries & Wildlife Hein, Gary L., Assistant Professor Higley, Leon G., Assistant Professor Joern, Anthony J., Professor, Courtesy, School of Biological Sciences Jones, J. Ackland, Associate Professor Kamble, Shripat T., Associate Professor Keith, David L., Professor Kramer, Wayne L., Assistant Professor, Adjunct, Nebraska Department of Health Mayo, Z B, Professor Meinke, Lance J., Associate Professor Petersen, James J., Professor, Adjunct, USDA-ARS Peterson, Richard D., Research Entomologist, USDA-ARS Powers, Thomas 0., Associate Professor, Courtesy, Department of Plant Pathology Pruess, Kenneth P., Professor Ratcliffe, Brett C., Professor, Courtesy, Museum Studies Siegfried, Blair D., Assistant Professor Spike, Barbara P., Post-Doctoral Research Associate Stanley-Samuelson, David W., Assistant Professor Taylor, Dave, Research Entomologist, USDA-ARS Thomas, Gustave D., Professor, Adjunct, USDA-ARS Witkowski, John F., Professor Wright, Robert J., Assistant Professor Zera, Anthony J., Assistant Professor, Courtesy, School of Biological Sciences
EMERITI
Andersen, Lloyd W. Ball, Harold J. Dickason, E.A. Hagen, Art F. Manglitz, George Peters, Leroy L. Rogoff, William Staples, Robert 10 SUPPORT STAFF
Barnhart, Michael R...... Research Technologist II Berkebile, Dennis R...... Entomologist/USDA-ARS Boxler, Dave J ...... Research Technologist/WCREC Brown, James F...... Ag Research Technician I Dukes, Terrance L...... Lab Mechanic I Echtenkamp, Gerald W ...... Research Technologist I/NEREC Jarvi, Keith J ...... Extension Assistant - IPM Kalisch, James A...... Extension Technologist Marshall, Cheri A...... Accounting Clerk II Mattran, Patricia E...... Staff Secretary II Meyers, Betty A...... Secretary /USDA-ARS Mutchie, Peggy L...... Staff Secretary II Ogg, Clyde L...... Research Technician II Seymour, Ronald C...... Extension Assistant-IPM Silberman, Lisa L...... Research Technologist II Skoda, Steven R...... Research Entomologist/USDA-ARS Spomer, Stephen M...... Research Technologist II Warneke, Charlene M ...... Staff Secretary III/WCREC Weidner, Marilyn A...... Staff Secretary III Weinhold, Anthony P...... Ag Research Technician I
11 PERSONAL NOTES FROM THE DEPARTMENTAL STAFF
Fred Baxendale, Associate Professor. "Among my outside interests are photography, running, woodworking and refinishing furniture. My wife, Joan, and I also enjoy cooking, gardening and collecting antiques. Along with Heather (12) and Michael (10) we camp, hike, canoe and fish whenever possible. I have a jOint extension (75%) research (25%) appointment. My extension responsibilities include programming in turf and horticultural entomology (including commercial fruits and vegetables), urban pest management, medical entomology and apiculture. I serve as a panelist on the Backyard Farmer television program (which will begin its 40th season in April 1992) and am Project Coordinator for the state-wide Extension Entomology Program. My research activities involve the development of integrated management strategies for the insect and mite pests affecting turfgrasses and horticultural plantings in Nebraska. I am currently investigating the biology and ecology of arthropods associated with buffalograss."
David J. Boxler, Research TechnologistjWCREC. Dave has been in his present position, working with Jack Campbell and others, at North Platte since 1975.
Steve Danielson, Assistant Professor. "Kathy and I now have a son named Jacob who came to us on June 19, 1991. Life has definitely become more interesting, hectic, and pleasurable since his birth."
Mary Ellen Dix, Associate Professor, Adjunct, USDA Forest Service. "Married with 3 children. Hobbies include bird watching, walking, gardening, reading and transporting the kids. Research interests include: integrated pest management of tree pests, effect and impact of windbreaks in arthropods in agroforestry and urban ecosystems."
Gary L. Hein, Assistant Professor. "I am married and have two children. Wanda, my wife, is a physical therapist and works part-time at a physical therapy clinic in Scottsbluff. My children are Krista (8) and Jordan (5). My hobbies and interests include several outdoor activities, namely fishing, hunting, camping, and skiing. I am also a sports enthusiast, particularly basketball and football. Additional hobbies include photography and woodworking."
Leon G. Higley, Assistant Professor. Leon came to us from Iowa State University where he was a Temporary Assistant Professor. Leon and his wife, Phyllis, have a son, Addison. Leon reports ---"Most of our (limited) free time we spend playing with Addison who will be 2 in January.
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Keith J. Jarvi, Extension Assistant-IPM, NEREC. Keith and his wife Mary are expecting an addition to their family sometime around Christmas. The present family includes Erin (6 years and in first grade), Wade (4 years and in pre-school) and Michelle (2 years). Keith enjoys bicycling, softball, golf, hunting with his 2 golden retrievers, reading sci-fi, and playing with the kids. [Ed. note: The kids probably don't let it happen in that order.]
Jim Kalisch, Extension Technologist. ·Gee, ...... nothing's really new since the last newsletter!"
David L. Keith, Professor. "Brenda and I returned to Lincoln on September 22, after 4 years in Morocco. Officially my appointment with the MidAmerica International Agricultural Consortium (MIAC) will continue through mid-November as I wind up my final project responsibilities, including my End of Tour Report. We are very happy to be home with family, friends and colleagues, but are already beginning to miss Morocco. We left Settat on August 23 and traveled in France, Germany and Austria for nearly 3 weeks before arriving in Virginia to visit our daughters Rachele (now a sophomore at William and Mary) and Becky and son-in-law Mark Coffelt. Becky manages the office of the CEO of Farm Fresh Inc., an east coast grocery chain while Mark is finishing his thesis on ornamental insects at VPI. Mark is employed at the Horticulture Research Station at Virginia Beach, working with Dr. Peter Schultz. Following our Virginia visit, we then flew to Minnesota to visit Brenda's mother (and celebrate her 80th birthday) and sisters and my parents before driving to Lincoln. It was a thrill to come down the Interstate from Omaha and to see the Nebraska capital in the distance, knowing this was again our home. Our second daughter Jennifer, is staying with us while she continues her graduate work at UNL in City Planning and works for the City of Lincoln Planning Department. Melissa, daughter number three, is working in child care for a family in Omaha. While the family travels frequently, she is often able to come to Lincoln to visit with us and her friends. It is exciting to rejoin the department and take my place among my 'old-timer' colleagues (Pruess, Mayo, Campbell) and to meet all the new people who have joined our staff during my absence. My new duties in the department will include both teaching (Field Crops Insects) and extension responsibilities (Ornamental, Urban Insects and Specialty Crops).·
Cheri A. Marshall, Accounting Clerk II. Cheri began her duty with our department on the 2nd of January 1991. Previously she was an accounting clerk II with the Lancaster Office of Mental Retardation.
Patricia Mattran, Staff Secretary II. ·1 was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. Because of my husband's occupation as a professor, I've lived in East Lansing, Michigan; Athens, Greece; Portsmouth, New Hampshire and eventually Lincoln, Nebraska. I'm a widow with two grown sons, one being in show business as a stand up comedian, and one son is a band director in
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Omaha at the Junior High level. My hobbies and interests are: dancing, reading, walking, bowling, knitting, sewing, painting, traveling". [Ed. note: Pat is new since the last newsletter having spent the previous 2 years working in a computer store and the 10 years before that with a life insurance company.]
Betty Meyers, Secretary USDA. "I have been secretary for the USDA-ARS Midwest Livestock Insects Research Unit for 6 1/2 years now. The most exciting event in my life during recent years was a European vacation. My sister and my daughter and I had a marvelous trip through 5 countries and we'd love to go again, except this time we would prefer not to wake up with a burglar in our hotel room. Since the 1988 Newsletter we have begun to find out what its like to have an 'empty nest' with 2 of our 3 kids out on their own. The youngest, who just celebrated his 21 st birthday, is still at home. One of our daughters was married this spring so the wedding plans kept us very busy for several months; we now have a delightful son-in-law in our family group. Outside of my job, church and neighborhood association activities keep me busy."
Peggy Mutchie, Staff Secretary II. "I have a 3 1/2 year-old son, Jared, who is my spare time away from my job. I enjoy water sports, rodeos, and summer. I just recently went part-time to spend more time with my son."
Jim Petersen, Professor, Adjunct, USDA-ARS. "Same as in last newsletter."
Kenneth P. Pruess, Professor. "Spent 6 months in Lab of Tom Powers learning molecular techniques. Neva and I spent 7 days in Costa Rica in June with Tom and his wife. Even collected a few black flies."
Brett C. Ratcliffe, Professor, Courtesy, Museum Studies. "Continuing research on Neotropical scarab beetles with annual trips to Central or South America to collect."
Ron Seymour, Extension Assistant - IPM, WCREC. "May 26, 1990, I was married to Tana Kuehl. Tana, her daughter Melanie and I are currently residing in North Platte. Tana is a secretary in the Family Life Program at the West Central Center. In addition to my duties in the Pest Management Program I am working toward a PhD in Entomology."
Blair Siegfried, Assistant Professor. "My position at UN-L began August 1, 1990 with an 80% research and 20% teaching appointment. Prior to moving to Nebraska, I was employed as a post-doctoral associate at Cornell University, Department of Entomology. My PhD is
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from Penn State University and MS from University of Florida. My research responsibilities concern insect toxicology with my main interests in the area of insecticide resistance. I will also be teaching graduate insect toxicology and undergraduate environmental toxicology. Having recently become first-time parents and homeowners, my wife, Sidney and I spend most of our free time working around the house and keeping our son, Ethan, out of trouble (not necessarily in that order). When time allows, I enjoy playing as much golf and racquetball as possible.·
Lisa Silberman, Research Technologist II. " • [Ed. Note: This is a direct quote from Lisa's questionnaire in response to what information would you like to share question.]
Steven R. Skoda, Research Entomologist, USDA-ARS. ·Sharon, Adam, Sarah and I enjoy many outdoor activities. We've also recently purchased a house and are busy redecorating. I began my MS training at UNL in 1982. In 1984 I accepted a technical position with USDA-ARS Midwest Livestock Insects Research Unit. I completed my MS in 1985 and began PhD studies. I was promoted to Research Entomologist in December 1989. I hope to complete my PhD requirements in May 1992."
Barbara Spike, Post-Doctoral Research Associate. "Extracurricular interests include flower and vegetable gardening, collecting antiques, and fishing." [Ed. note: Barb came to us in 1989 from Iowa State University where she completed her PhD. Her present research focuses on chinch bugs.]
David Stanley-Samuelson, Assistant Professor. David arrived at UNL on April 1, 1989. Immediately prior he was Insect Physiologist with SRI. [Ed. note: He was selected as one of two recipients for "Recognition of Junior Faculty for Excellence in Research" in 1991.]
Gustave D. Thomas, Professor, Adjunct, USDA-ARS. "No additional info." [Ed. note: Is Gus being modest?]
Marilyn A. Weidner, Staff Secretary III. "I have been in my present position now for 5 years. I worked previously in the extension portion of the Department and at the West Central Center in North Platte. In my spare time I enjoy genealogy, attending antique and doll shows, traveling to my parent's farm near McCook, Nebraska, and typing a dissertation for a graduate student in the Department.·
John F. Witkowski, Professor. ·Wife Ann is presently a member of the teaching faculty at the Northeast Community College in Norfolk. Daughter Teresa is a junior and daughter Sarah is a sophomore at Wayne High School. Andy is in the eighth grade at the Wayne middle
15 Staff Personal Notes (Cont'd)
school. My appointment is 50% Extension and 50% Research. Research centers around the European corn borer on corn and the bean leaf beetle on soybeans. I joined the faculty here at NEREC on March 1, 1975:
Robert J. Wright, Assistant Professor. "As of January 1992 I will be transferring to UNL's South Central Research and Extension Center, Clay Center as an Assistant Professor with 50:50 Research:Extension appointment in field crop insect pest management:
16 NOTES FROM STUDENTS
UNDERGRADUATE
Sharon M. Dobesh "I am a senior crop protection - entomology major graduating in May 1992. I plan to attend graduate school in an area of biological control or integrated pest management. I grew up in Columbus, Nebraska. My hobbies include sewing, model rocketry, and horses."
James B. Jensen "I grew up in Holdrege, Nebraska and have a younger brother and sister. Dr. Z B Mayo is my advisor. I have worked for Dr. Blair Siegfried in his laboratory since January 1991. After graduation in May 1992, my future plans are to return to Holdrege and become a crop consultant for an individually owned operation."
Heath S. Koinzan Heath is a freshman crop protection major. He is the son of Steve and Lois Koinzan of Valentine, Nebraska. (Steve received his M.S. degree in the Entomology Department in 1974 under Dr. Ken Pruess.)
Terence A. Spencer "I was raised on a farm near Aurora, Nebraska where I enjoyed helping my father raise corn and soybeans. I grew up with a twin sister and an older brother. My sister and I managed our own purebred hog operation through our teenage years. I currently enjoy such hobbies as fly tying, fishing, raising and exhibiting exotic pheasants. I will soon be pursuing a Masters Degree in the Entomology Department under the supervision of Dr. Gus Thomas."
GRADUATE
Felix O. Aikhionbare is being supervised by Dr. Z B Mayo pursuing a PhD degree. Felix received both his BS and MS degrees from Jackson State University, Jackson, Mississippi.
Earl R. Andress is pursuing a MS degree under the direction of Dr. Jack Campbell. Earl received his BS from New Mexico State University. larry L. Appel received an MS degree under the supervision of Dr. Jack Campbell in December 1991. Larry's research concerned economic thresholds of western bean cutworm. Larry's BS is from Colorado State University and he is a self employed Crop Consultant.
17 Student Personal Notes (Cont'd)
Ramesh Ayyappath has received both his BS and MS degrees from Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India. He began his graduate studies in January under the guidance of Dr. John F. Witkowski.
Dennis R. Berkebile holds a MS degree from the University of Missouri and is working toward a PhD in the area of livestock insects under the supervision of Dr. Gus Thomas.
Michael A. Catangui is nearing the completion of his PhD degree under the supervision of Dr. Jack Campbell. Mike's degrees include a BS from the University of the Philippines at Los Banos and a MS from South Dakota State University.
James K. Cawthra completed his MS degree in December 1991 in the area of biological control of house and stable flies under the supervision of Dr. James Peterson. Jim's BS degree is from UNL.
Lloyd R. Criffield has an AA degree from the College of the Redwoods, Eureka, California and a BS degree from Chadron State College. He is presently pursuing a MS degree under the supervision of Dr. Gus Thomas.
David M. Currey is being supervised by Dr. James Petersen while pursuing a PhD. David has a MS from Montana State University and a BS from the University of Manitoba.
Robert W. Davis holds BS and MS degrees from UNL. He is now working toward the PhD degree under the supervision of Dr. Shripat Kamble studying the overwintering biology of subterranean termites. Bob and his wife Nancy have a 5 year old son, Rhys, and a 11 month old daughter, Amanda.
Marion D. Ellis is working toward a PhD with research on tracheal mites of the honey bee under the supervision of Dr. Fred Baxendale. Marion has an MS degree from the University of Tennessee. He and his wife Susan have a son, Brad 15, and a daughter, Lindsey 11.
Scott J. Erney is pursuing an MS degree with research on molecular separation of alfalfa weevils by DNA fingerprinting under the supervision of Dr. Ken Pruess and Dr. Tom Powers. Scott holds a BS degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Odair A. Fernandes began classes in January to pursue a PhD degree under the supervision of Dr. Robert J. Wright. Odair's educational background includes a BS from Universidade Estadual Paulista, Jaboticabal, Sao Paulo, Brazil and a MS from Universidade de Sao Paula, Ribeirao Preto, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
18 Student Personal Notes (Cont'd)
Paula C.R. Gouveia-Mar~on is presently pursuing a MS degree under the supervision of Dr. Gus Thomas. Paula's research area involves efficacy of three insecticides on the stable fly and house fly. She holds a BS degree from Escola Superior de Agricultura de Lavras, Brazil.
Thomas E. Hunt has a BS from UNL (Horticulture). He is presently working toward an MS degree under the supervision of Dr. Leon G. Higley and Dr. John F. Witkowski. His area of thesis research is the characterization of seedling soybean defoliation by bean leaf beetles.
Jon S. Miller received both his BS and ME degrees from UNL and presently teaches biology full-time at Lincoln Northeast High School. He will be pursuing a MS degree under the supervision of Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson.
Clyde L. Ogg has an Assoc Tech Agri-Horticulture degree from the UNSTA, Curtis, Nebraska and BS and MS degrees from UNL and is presently pursuing a PhD degree.
Midori Ono holds a BS degree from American University, Washington, DC. She is currently pursuing an MS degree under the supervision of Dr. Blair Siegfried. Her area of research is greenbug resistance to organophosphates.
Venkat Kumar Pedibhotla will pursue a MS degree under the supervision of Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson beginning January 1992. He has a BS degree from Bhavan's New Science and a MS degree from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India.
Robert K.D. Peterson received his MS degree in December 1991 under the supervision of Dr. Steve Danielson. Bob's research area concerned responses of alfalfa to simulated alfalfa weevil injury. Bob received his BS from Iowa State University. He will subsequently pursue a PhD degree under the direction of Dr. Leon Higley.
Suresh K. Prabhakaran is currently pursuing a PhD degree under the supervision of Drs. Shripat Kamble and Thomas Powers. His degrees include a BS from Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India and a MS from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India. His research involves cockroach resistance to insecticides.
Ronald C. Seymour holds an MS degree from UNL and is working toward a PhD under the supervision of Dr. Jack Campbell. Ron is a full time staffer and his personal note is included with those of the staff.
19 Student Personal Notes (Cont'd)
Steven R. Skoda is working toward a PhD in the area of livestock insects under the supervision of Dr. Gus Thomas. Steve is a full time USDA employee and his personal note can be found with notes from the staff.
Ramnath Subramanian received both his BS and MS degrees from Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India. He will be pursuing a PhD degree under the supervision of Dr. John Foster.
John M. Uscian recently completed his MS degree from UNL and is presently pursuing a PhD under the supervision of Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson. John also has a BA degree from Northern Illinois University and a BS from the University of Alaska.
Nancy A. Witters graduated in December 1991 with a MS degree. Her advisor was Dr. David W. Stanley-Samuelson and her research involved regulatory physiology. Nancy has a BS degree from Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Indiana, a BS-Medical Technology from Methodist Hospital, Gary, Indiana, and a BS (Education) from Concordia Teachers College, Seward, Nebraska.
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David Keith Z B Mayo
Ackland Jones Fred Baxendale
Jim Petersen
Barb Spike Ken Pruess
21 Brett Ratcliffe David Stanley-Samuelson
Lance Meinke Tony Joern
John Witkowski Gary Heln
Dave Taylor Wayne Kramer 22 Jack Campbell Tom Powers
Steve Danielson Blair Siegfried
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Gus Thomas Bob Wright
Shripat Kamble Mary Ellen Dix 23 John E. Foster Leon Higley
Mark Harrell Richard Peterson
George Manglitz Harold Ball
Not Pictured:
E.A. Dickason Art Hagen Leroy Peters Bill Rogoff Bob Staples
Lloyd Andersen 24 ... ,,~.
Terry Dukes Steve Spomer
Ron Seymour Marilyn Weidner
Lisa Silberman Gerald Echtenkamp
Dennis Berkebile Cheri Marshall 25 Tony Weinhold Jim Brown
Peggy Mutchie Steve Skoda
Clyde Ogg Charlene Warneke
Betty Meyers Mike Barnhart 26 Dave Boxler Pat Mattran
Keith Jarvi Jim Kalisch
Sharon Dobesh Terence Spencer
Not Pictured:
Heath Koinzan
James Jensen 27 Bob Davis Odair Fernandes
Nancy Witters Tom Hunt
Felix Aikhionbare Paula Gouveia-Marc;on
Dennis Stamm John Uscian
28 Scott Erney Midori Ono
Ramnath Subramanian Larry Appel
Marion Ellis Bob Peterson
Mike Catangui Earl Andress 29 Suresh Prabhakaran Lloyd Criffield
Jim Cawthra David Currey
Not Pictured:
Jon Miller
30 Main Office Conference Room
Classroom/Lab Insectary Building
Pesticide Analysis Lab - Insectary Greenhouse Room - Insectary
Several changes have occurred in recent months. a) The main office has all new computers, typewriters, printers, FAX and telephones; b) Room 214, the Conference Room, has all new furniture and carpeting and houses the "Roscoe E. Hill" Library; c) Even the classroom has a new coat of paint; d) The Insectary has received substantial renovation, including greenhouses and the Pesticide Analysis Laboratory.
31 NOTES FROM ALUMNI AND FORMER STAFF
Warren T. At yeo (Assistant Professor to Professor 1958-67). Tom is presently Professor and Curator of Entomology, University of Georgia. He reports - "My research, began in Nebraska in 1960, on the systematics of feather mites is continuing. In collaboration with Dr. J. Gaud (Nice, France) an opus on this animal is being prepared - keys, figures, bibliography - about 400 genera arranged in 31 families and 3 superfamilies". Dr. At yeo has been in Georgia since 1968.
James B. Ballard (MS 1977, PhD 1982). Jim is now the Technical Manager, FMC Corp. Pest Control Specialties and is located at Princeton, New Jersey 08543.
Kenneth Banks (BS 1972). Kenneth is the area manager, Central and Southern States for J. R. Simplot Co. and is located at 1706 Apache Avenue, Hastings, Nebraska 68901.
Bruce Beardmore (MS 1975). Bruce is a Senior Technical Sales Representative for ICI Americas Inc. and is located at 214 Honey Creek, Ada, Michigan 49301.
Gary L. Beland (MS 1968, PhD 1972, Instructor 1969-72). Gary is presently Research Entomologist, CIBA-GEIGY Seed Division, P.O. Box 2911, Bloomington, Illinois 61701-2911. Gary reports - "Since last newsletter - have new addition to family - son Garrett L. Beland born 5-10-90. Oldest son Jason a senior in high school. Continue research on European corn borer to help develop or convert inbred lines with ECB resistance. Currently serve as Executive Committeeman-at-Iarge for North Central Branch of ESA."
Richard Berberet (PhD 1971). Dick is a professor at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma. His assignments include research on biology and control of insects in alfalfa; teaching Insect Morphology, Integrated Pest Management and Introductory Entomology.
Jim Berry (PhD 1988). Jim is an entomologist with USDA-ARS located at the Rangeland Insect Lab, Bozeman, Montana 59717-0366. He and his wife have 4 children.
Edwin l. Brunken (BS 1950). Edwin has been retired since 1987 from the Pillsbury Company but still does occasional work on a consulting basis. He resides at 17200 14th Avenue North, Plymouth, Minnesota 55447. Edwin reports that when in school, he - "assisted staff in field testing. Spent summers at Scottsbluff and North Platte Experiment Stations. Current mission is to catch the last walleye. Also find time to provide guidance to 3 grandchildren and to communicate with other areas of planet earth via amateur radio."
32 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Wendell E. Burkholder (MS 1956). Wendell is Research Leader of Stored Product Insects Research Unit, USDA-ARS and Professor, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin 53706. Wendell says - "During recent years my wife and I have enjoyed traveling to a number of countries as an extension of my work with grain storage insects. During October we will visit seven locations in China as guests of the Ministry of Commerce. We will also visit Kyoto, Japan where my youngest son Stephen is the manager of an English language school. During the past two years we have also visited Vietnam, Thailand, Rwanda and France. My research continues to involve insect behavior, pheromones and traps with new work on food attractants and biological control. We also have developed a new immunological tool for detecting insects or their fragments in grain products. We still enjoy Wisconsin and especially Madison and the university. Visitors are welcome.'
Carrol O. Calkins (MS 1964, Instructor 1961-64). Carrol is presently Research Leader, Insect Attractants, Behavior and Basic Biology Research Laboratory, USDA-ARS, PO Box 14566, Gainesville, Florida 32604. Carrol writes - "Jan and I are now grandparents with 1 granddaughter and 1 grandson. I've recently completed 31 years with Uncle Sam but I don't intend to retire yet. I'm enjoying my work and the travel associated with it. I recently attended an International Symposium on fruit flies in Okinawa, Japan, paid for by the Japanese."
Stanley D. Carlson (MS 1961). Stan is Professor, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Stan says - "I have now become rich, famous and powerful (trust me) in a state that has a worse climate and a far worse football team than that which I knew in Nebraska. Since I've left Lincoln, I've had nothing but kids and high taxes. Wish I was 22 again and living in Lincoln.·
Don Carpino (MS 1977). Don is Manager, FMC Corporation, 11128 John Galt Blvd, Omaha, Nebraska 68137. He earned a MBA in marketing and finance from the University of Nebraska-Omaha in 1985. Don and his wife Christine have 2 children, Kevin (2 years) and Scott (6 months). Don is on the board of directors of the Child Savings Institute and is President of the Ridgefield Homeowners Association.
Cheryl (Kalnis) Carter (Secretary - Insectary Building 1969-76). Cheryl reports that she - "recently 'retired' as an instructional para in Special Education at Prescott Elementary School; am presently enjoying watching my 2 nieces while my sister teaches Special Ed; my husband and I are in the craft carving business ... it's keeping us busy and is a wonderful way to spend time together. Husband, Bob, is in 28th year with Telex/Hy. Gain. Daughter, Brenda, works in 'admitting' at St. E's. Sons, T.J. and Robby, are in 9th and 8th grades. Before leaving LPS (after 8 years) I was very honored to be selected as one of 5 in a field of 300 by the Sertoma Club for my work with the Special Ed Dept.·
33 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Mark Carter (MS 1986). Mark is presently a Post-Doc in the Entomology Department, Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colorado 80523. Mark completed the PhD at Virginia Tech in 1990. He reports that he and his wife Lorraine are enjoying Ft. Collins and as a result of a recent grant for grasshopper studies are hoping to be there for a few more years.
Muhammad F. B. Chaudhury (PhD 1971). Muhammad is Senior Research Scientist, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), PO Box 30772, Nairobi, Kenya.
Richard V. Connin (Research Associate USDA 1953-57). Dick conducted research on the sweetclover weevil while he was in Lincoln. Dick is now- retired from USDA-ARS and is living at 304 Redwood, Stanford, Kentucky 40484.
Micheal L. Cornelius (BS 1970). Mike is now Command Entomologist, Air Force Logistics Command, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433.
Daniel R. Currier (MS 1985). Dan is now Associate Research Scientist, CIBA-GEIGY Seed Division, PO Box 477, 1109 Highway 18E, Algona, Iowa 50511.
Dennis M. Danielson (MS 1968). Dennis is semi-retired and self employed, living at 2127 East Memorial Drive, Janesville, Wisconsin 53545. He says - "I have been able to be a grandparent and now have the time to enjoy my children's children.·
Patrick O. Darrow (MS 1984). Pat is Research Statistician, Imperial Holly Corporation, 5320 Mark Dabling Blvd., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80917; He expects to complete requirements for the PhD in December 1991.
J.A. Denning (USDA Grasshopper Control Specialist 1938). J.A. has been retired since 1975 and reports that in 1938 when he was stationed in Alliance, Nebraska - "Farmers did a fine job until the flying hopper arrived from the west and they ate everything including fenceposts, ha, and barb wire, pretty bad! This was a USDA program. Bare was entomologist. The local hoppers didn't get any of the crops:
Elvis A. Dickason (Department Head 1970-84). Dick is now Professor Emeritus. He and Helen recently moved back to Corvallis and reside at: 2800 NW 29th, #3, Corvallis, Oregon 97330.
Dean E. Eckhoff (BS 1931). Dean's wife, Audrey, reports from 2550 21st, Gering, Nebraska 69341, that - "Dean is no longer competent to answer for himself because of Alzheimer's Disease in advanced stages·. Dean also has a MS from Iowa State College (1936) and had a distinguished career as a Livestock Inspector with the Animal Health Division of USDA.
34 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Walter Gary (MS 1973, PhD 1978). Walt is Chairman ·of Extension Programs in Walla Walla, Washington. He resides at 834 Wauna Vista Drive, Walla Walla, Washington 99362.
Jill Heintz Geyer (MS 1988). Jill's present position is that of Scientist, World Wide Insect Control, Entomology Support Section, S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc., 1525 Howe Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53403-5011. Jill says - ·Worked here for 2 years. Previously worked 1 1/2 years at MGR (Mc Laughlin, Gormley, King Co.) in Minneapolis, which is where I made the switch to household insecticides and personal repellents. Main work now is in personal repellents. Have traveled to many parts of the U.S. leading repellent field trips on various biting insects and ticks. Was married May of 1991 (to a native Racine-ite!) .
Larry D. Godfrey (Post-Doc 1987-91). Larry is now an Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology, University of California, Davis, CA 95616. Larry reports -"Kris and I are enjoying California even though we haven't had time to see much of the state. I am trying to learn 'something' about the multitude of crops grown here. I have extension and research responsibilities on field and vegetable crops, so that covers considerable territory. Kris is working as a post-doctoral researcher in the USDA Aquatic Weeds Lab here at Davis. She is examining biological control of an aquatic weed. Everything else is about the same as when we left UNL (which hasn't been that long ago) - no children, 1 dog and lots of fish!"
Mangala J. Hariharan (MS 1988). Mangala is currently a graduate student in the Department of Veterinary Science, UNL. She tells us - "I hope to be done with my PhD by December 1992. My husband Hari completed his PhD in August and is doing a post-doc in a pharmaceutical company in San Diego, California.·
Tom J. Helms (AsSistant Professor to Professor 1967-77). Tom is now Assistant Director, Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, P.O. Box ES, Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762. Tom tells us that -- "When I left UN-L at the end of 1977, I took a position with the Monsanto Company as Product Development Manager. I held that position for three years until 1981 when I accepted the position of Head, Department of Entomology at Mississippi State University. On February 1, 1988, I moved to my current position in the Experiment Station. Family-wise: Tim (32) lives in East Lincoln, has two children, Nicole (10) and Rick (7). Jean Elizabeth (26) lives in Lincoln, about to be married (October 9, 1991). John (23) completed a BS in Business here at MSU in 1989 (also with a commission in the U.S. Army). After a year of flight school, he is flying helicopters in Turkey -- his permanent duty station is at Fulda, Germany. Katie (soon to be 14) lives in Largo, Florida -- a big 8th grader."
35 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Thomas O. Holtzer (Assistant Professor to Professor 1977-88). Tom is now Professor and Head, Department of Entomology, Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colorado 80523. Tom's message - "I have enjoyed the last three years as a Department Head, and the family seems to be thriving. Abra graduated from high school (valedictorian) and is in Germany for a year as an exchange student. Caleb is now in high school where his passions are swimming, water polo, violin, (and academics?)."
Stephen V. Johnson (BS 1973). Steve is presently State Entomologist, Nebraska Department of Agriculture, PO Box 94756, Lincoln, Nebraska 68509.
Benjamin H. Kantack (PhD 1963, Instructor 1959-63). Ben is Professor Emeritus, South Dakota State University and operates Kantack Consulting at 1907 Derdall Drive, Brookings, South Dakota 57006. Upon his retirement from SDSU, Ben's service to farmers of South Dakota was recognized by legislative resolution of both the South Dakota Senate and House of Representatives. Ben was also named as a "Living Legend" by the Dean of the College of Agriculture and Biological Sciences, SDSU.
Miles Karner (PhD 1981). Miles is presently Area Entomologist, OSU Extension Service, Altus, Oklahoma 73521. Miles and his wife, Dawnelle, have 2 children, Courtney 11 and Whitney 10. Miles says - ·Courtney loves to hunt as much as me. Whitney loves sports. Dawnelle enjoys the peace when family is gone. I still enjoy watching any team beat OU in any sport and yelling at my bird dogs. Tell all the 'good ole boys' hello."
Dean Kindler (PhD 1967, Instructor to Professor 1964-87). Dean is a Research Entomologist USDA-ARS, 1301 North Western, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74075. Dean says --"Still enjoy my research on aphids; recently returned from a job related trip to Logan, Utah, and Grand Junction, Colorado. Beverly and I go to Arkansas on weekend excursions. Late October we plan a trip to SW Arkansas for a leaf peeper excursion."
E.C. Klostermeyer (MS 1942). Ed is Professor Emeritus, Washington State University and resides at 1915 Benson, Prosser, Washington 99350. He says - "I continue to do artwork with an insect motif in vitreous enamel on copper. Insects still catch my eye but they are now only an avocation, not a profession. I give an occasional talk on butterflies and take video-tapes of likely subjects. I miss the fireflies, cicadas, and the night sounds of crickets in Nebraska. The insect fauna in this northern desert is sparse compared with the Midwest.·
Dorothy Johnson Knull (MSc 1932). Dorothy resides at 330 East Dunedin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214 and reports that she is collecting references to insects in poetry.
36 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Steve Koinzan (BS 1971, MS 1974). Steve is self employed in farming and ranching and can be reached at PO Box 7, Valentine, Nebraska 69201.
Wallace E. laBerge (Associate Professor 1959-65). Wally is still with Illinois Natural History Service, Biodiversity Center. He says "Chief interest at present is the native bees of Mexico. Betty became a nurse (1979) and is now working at University Student Health Center. We will welcome first grandchild in September of 1991. Retirement a few years down the road - but beginning to look good!"
Bill Lamp (PhD 1980). Bill is Associate Professor, University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742. Bill reports - "The years have gone by quickly and I have heard the department has changed a lot since I left in 1980. Still, I don't see how much could have changed if Ken Pruess is still walking around with those envelopes sticking out of his colorful, bug-decked shirt pocket. I still maintain a few ties - collaborative research with Steve Danielson through NC-193 and co-author with Tony Joern on a 'community organization' book chapter. In spite of the rumors, East Coast life is enjoyable and the University of Maryland is a great place for entomology. Recent projects include potato leafhopper dispersal in legume - grass mixes, host plant resistance in Kenyan open-pollinated maize, tolerance to insect feeding through plant nutrition, and editing a book on forage crop protection. Looking froward to seeing my Nebraska friends in Reno."
Lloyd W. Lathrop (BS 1954). Lloyd is a Lieutenant Colonel U.S. Army Retired. He and his wife, Mary Ellen Slagle (Home Economics '54) live at 25319 Arriba Del Mundo Drive, Carmel, California 93923.
Saadia Lhaloui (MS 1986). Saadia is a Research Entomologist for the National Institute of Agronomical Research of Morocco and concurrently is a PhD student in entomology at Kansas State University.
Stan Liedtke (Former Student). Stan "defected to Ag Engineering" and thus does not hold a degree in entomology. He is now retired and is living at 1930 Carter Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Kenneth A. Ludwig (BS 1970, MS 1973). Ken is employed as a Biologist, Insecticide Research, Mobay Corporation, Box 4913 Hawthorn Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64120. Ken writes - "I continue to work in computerization of insecticide performance data and evaluation of test results. I also do some computer system development. My other major responsibility is analysis of public exposure to dietary residues of Mobay pesticides. Diana and I moved from Kansas City to Kearney, Missouri (1611 Paddock Drive 64060) three years ago. We put up an outbuilding where I can·, pursue my interest in restoring/modernizing old cars. Just got my first automotive love to restore - a '53 Studebaker starliner hardtop. We're looking for a nice Avanti for Diana."
37 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
George R. Manglitz (PhD 1962, Instructor to Professor/USDA 1958-88). Professor Emeritus, UNL. "I put in a lot of volunteer time with the Lincoln affiliate of Habitat for Humanity. Additional volunteer time is also spent on projects, like editing the Department Newsletter. Marj and I are expecting the arrival of our fifth grandchild in January.·
Clay McCoy (MS 1963). Clay is Professor, University of Florida, Citrus Research and Education Center, 700 Experiment Station Road, Lake Alfred, Florida 33850. Clay writes - "The research of my students and myself continues in insect pathology and microbial control with entomopathogens. My wife and I remain in Winter Park, Florida (2841 Prince John Road 32792) and welcome visitors. Our children live near by! Only career goals for the time being."
Jeffery A. Meyer (Post-Doc 1981-82). Jeff is now Research Entomologist, Pitman-Moore, Inc., 1201 Douglas Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas 66103-1438. He reports - "My family and I recently moved to the Kansas City area after spending 9 years in Riverside, California. We are very glad to be living, once again in the Midwest."
Roger Moon (Post-Doc 1979-80). Roger is Associate Professor, Department of Entomology, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota 55108. Roger writes "Christopher is now in 7th grade and Jonathan is in 5th! Kay complains the gardening season up here is far too short. I'm still keeping busy, and haven't lost interest in football despite having to root for the Gophers."
Jones M. Mueke (PhD 1976). Jones is presently an Associate Professor, Zoology Department, Kenyatta University, P.O. Box 43448, Nairobi, Kenya. Son Paul is now 23 years old and is working with Clearing and Forwarding Organization and son David, 18 years old, is in grade 12. Jones reports that his wife, Bretta, is a small scale business lady.
Kim Nielsen (BS 1978, Technician Panhandle Center 1973-76, 1986-89). Kim is the Head Teacher and 7th-8th grade teacher at the Lake Alice School, Scottsbluff,
Nebraska. Kim says - II I have two children Nicole (age 8) and Bradley (age 5). My wife, Kathy, is a microbiologist for the veterinary diagnostic lab at the
University of Nebraska Panhandle Research and Extension Center. H
Maurice R. Norton (BS 1954). Maurice is a dentist in Louisville, Nebraska 68037 (206 Vine Street). He was on active duty with the U.S. Army, 1954-58, and then attended the Dental College, UNL, graduating in 1962. He has practiced dentistry in Louisville since then. He and his wife Marilyn have 3 children.
Chuks A. Ogbonnaya (PhD 1985). Alfred is Associate Professor and Coordinator of Environmental Science Department, Mountain Empire College, Bigstone Gap,
38 Notes from Alumni and Former Staff (Cont'd)
Virginia 24219. Alfred is married with 3 children. He received the Chancellor's Commonwealth Professors Award in 1990 and was a visiting Professor at Penn State University during the summer 1990. He is also a member of the Virginia Water Resources Statewide Advisory Board.
Christian Y. Oseto (MS 1970, PhD 1973). Chris is Department Head, Department of Entomology, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907. Chris tells us that - • After 17 years at North Dakota State University, my wife Jean along with our younger son and two cats, and I moved to West Lafayette, Indiana on July 1, 1990 to serve as Head of the Department of Entomology at Purdue University. Our older son, Mattew, remains in North Dakota completing his education at North Dakota State University. One of the things that my sons can point to with pride is that they were both born in Lincoln, Nebraska and are Cornhuskers by birth. Unfortunately, they have not returned to visit the old 'homestead'. It hardly seems possible that 18 years have passed since I received my PhD in the Department. I still have many fond memories of my days as a graduate student and as a Post-Doc working for Z B Mayo. When I left Nebraska, Big Red had won the national football championship and when I arrived at North Dakota State University, the Bison football team won the Division II championship. When I arrived at Purdue, the Boilermakers fired the football coach! The contrasts between North Dakota State and Purdue University are great but the two institutions, especially the two entomology departments, are similar in many ways. Both institutions have great faculty, students, and support staff. I certainly miss the people at NDSU but the Hoosiers have warmly welcomed us into the Purdue community. Having served as department head for Slightly over a year, I am convinced that every faculty member should serve some time as a department head. The change in perspective of how a department operates and how decisions are made is striking. I know that as a faculty member I never gave my department head any grief!"
Judith E. Pasek (PhD 1987, Adjunct Assistant Professor 1987-89). Judy is now Supervisory Entomologist and Center Leader, U.S. Forestry Science Lab, 501 East St Joe, South Dakota School of Mines and Tech., Rapid City, South Dakota 57701. Judy writes - ·Since opening the Rapid City Service Center in May 1989, I have been quite busy providing technical assistance to forest managers on pest management concerns in a 2 1/2 state area (Nebraska, South Dakota, and northern Wyoming). The unit has grown rapidly with the addition of a plant pathologist in 1990, three summer seasonal technicians in 1991, and an interdisciplinary pest management specialist expected in fall 1991. Our recent projects have dealt with the Douglas-fir beetle epidemic on the Shoshone National Forest, pine sawfly outbreaks in eastern Wyoming and western South Dakota, pine engraver beetle (Ips) problems in recreation sites in the Black Hills, conducting gypsy moth detection surveys, conducting aerial surveys for bark beetles and defoliators, surveying disease distributions (especially Armillaria root
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rot) in the Black Hills and Bighorn Mountains, surveying recreation sites for mistletoe damage and hazard trees, providing assistance on disease problems at Bessey Nursery (Nebraska), establishing permanent plots to monitor spread of Armillaria root rot in the Black Hills, conducting training workshops on Forest Pest Management and Tree Health Management, providing input on forest health considerations in the Black Hills Forest Management Plan revision process and conducting numerous site visits on a variety of pest management problems. I stay in motel rooms 2-3 times as frequently as the average traveling salesperson, but I rarely tire of moving around so much. I think there is more diversity in the area that I serve than in any other FPM unit in the country - stretching from plains to Rocky Mountain environments. The scenery is magnificent, outdoor recreational activities are abundant and close, by, I haven't run into any grizzly bears yet, the tourists are tolerable, and in the words of the plant pathologist during his first week of employment: 'This must be heaven!' •
Johnny M. Perdue (Technician USDA-ARS 1962-66). Johnny is presently the County Supervisor, Farmers Home Administration, 4302 West 9th Street Road, Greeley, Colorado 80634. Johnny reports - ·We have two children, John Derrich and Carmen Ursula Perdue. John is in the Army stationed at Ft. Gordon, Georgia. He served in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield for seven months. Carmen is a graduate student at the University of Texas at Austin where she is getting an MBA with an emphasis in International Finances. We have two grandchildren Jenaya, age 4 1/2, John, age 4 months. Wife Frankie is a Social Worker for the Larimer County Department of Social Services in nearby Ft. Collins, Colorado where she does Child Protection Social Work.·
Thomas M. Perring (PhD 1983). Tom is an Associate Professor, Department of Entomology, University of California, Riverside, California 92521-0314. Tom and his wife, Cathy have established residence in Riverside, close to the University campus. They have 2 children, Kimberly (age 4) and Mark (age 2) - ·who provide that proper mix of challenge and joy·. Tom maintains an interest in mites of agricultural importance but his present primary assignment is aphid and whitefly vectors of plant pathogens. Cathy works outside the home as a land planner, doing consulting work for corporations and local/state agencies in California. ·We extend a hearty welcome to fellow UNL associates to visit us, if you find yourselves in southern California.·
Leroy L. Peters (Associate Professor to Professor 1972-91). Leroy is now a Professor Emeritus and he and Bobbie live at 411 Walnut, Wamego, Kansas 66547. Leroy's message is short and to the point - "Enjoying retirement'"
Michael Pitcairn (MS 1981). Mike is Associate Environmental Research Scientist, California Department of Pesticide Regulation, Biological Control Program, 3288 Meadowview Road, Sacramento, California 95832. Mike obtained his PhD from
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the University of California-Berkeley in 1986. He then worked with Dr. Robert Washino at UC-Davis (1986-88) on a project in cooperation with NASA in which satellites were used to remotely sense rice fields for mosquito production. From 1988-91 he worked with Dr. Frank Zalom of the Statewide Integrated Pest Management Project at UC-Davis on the phenology and diapause of codling moth. In 1991 he hired into his present position with the State of California Biological Control Program.
Terrell Pritts (MS 1983). Terrell is a Research Specialist, Abbott Laboratories, 1212 Robinswood Ct. N., Lakeland, Florida 33813.
P.S. Rai (PhD 1970). Rai is now the Coordinator, National Agricultural Extension Project, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore - 650024, Bangalore, INDIA. He is presently working on the agricultural extension project and his wife is not working. Their daughter has completed her MS in Food and Nutrition.
Rebecca Rasmussen (BS 1976, MS 1978). Rebecca is Marketing Manager - Herbicides, Cyanamid International, 1 Cyanamid Plaza, Wayne, New Jersey 09476. She writes - "The job lets me travel all over the world. It's been a great experience for a farm girl from Nebraska. Hi to all.·
Earle S. Raun (Professor and Head 1966-71). Earle is still the owner/operator of Pest Management Company, 3036 Prairie Road, Lincoln, Nebraska 68506. Earle is still - HAg consulting with farmer clients in 4 states." His wife, Georgia, is a welcome wagon hostess in Lincoln. Of their 3 daughters one is in Lincoln, one in Illinois and one in Virginia. Their first grandchild is due in November 1991.
Jon Rauscher (MS 1982). Jon is Toxicologist, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1445 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX 75202. Jon says - HAfter completing my Masters at UNL, I received a PhD from Colorado State University in Ft. Collins. I presently live in Dallas and work for U.S. EPA as a Toxicologist in the Superfund Program."
Ronnie L. Rivers (PhD 1977, Post-Doc 1978). Ronnie is now Associate Professor of Biology, Concordia College, 1804 Green Street, Selma, Alabama 36701. Since leaving UNL he was Extension Entomologist at Altus, Oklahoma (1978-81); Associate Professor, St. John's College, Winfield, Kansas (1981-86); Visiting Professor, Christ College, Irvine, California (1986-87); Principal/teacher, Lutheran High School West, Detroit, Michigan (1987-89) and in 1989 he moved to his present position in Selma, Alabama. His wife, Marlene, is Assistant Librarian at Judson College, Marion, Alabama. Joel is an eighth grade teacher and athletic director at St. John's Lutheran School, Ellisville, Missouri and Julie is eighth grade teacher and volleyball coach at Calvary Lutheran School, Kansas City,
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Missouri. Ron reports - "We are enjoying the south and we would certainly enjoy visitors from UNL anytime - we're on the way to the sunshine state and Disney World."
William M. Rogoff (Professor 1978-80). Bill and Ester are retired and currently reside at 908 Hacienda Avenue, Davis, California 95616-0131. Bill says "hi".
Robert M. Roselle (MS 1977, temporary research assistant 1980-81, 1988-89). Bob can be reached at his home address 701 Eastridge Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska 68510. He reports - ·Was laid off my position as Biological Technician at USDA ARS Bee Lab in Tucson, Arizona, on September 20, 1991, due to a reduction in force." .
Mick Sandine (BS 1971). Mick is Natural Resources Specialist with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers. His current address is 16702 South 57, Papillion, Nebraska 68133.
James M. Schalk (PhD 1971, Instructor 1965-71). Jim is currently Research Entomologist, U.S. Vegetable Laboratory, 2875 Savannah Highway, Charleston, South Carolina 29414. Jim writes - "I've had a long and wonderful career. I plan on retiring next June. In retirement I hope to manage my wife's business (Occupational Therapy Service), sail, ski, and tend to the houses I have."
Jan (Radenslaben) Schinstock (Secretary 1972-1977). Jan is currently Staff Secretary with the Department of Agricultural Meteorology, UNL, working three days per week. Jan and her husband Jack have a daughter, Allison, age 5, and a son, Michael, age 22 months.
Phil Scholl (Adjunct Assistant Professor 1979-82). Phil is Research Entomologist, USOA-ARS, KBUSLlRL, P.O. Box 232, Kerrville, Texas 78029-0232. Phil says - "Still working on biology, ecology and control of oestrid flies, especially cattle grubs. Heloisa is working at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center."
Donald R. Scott (BS 1948, MS 1952). Donald is now Professor Emeritus, University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho 83843. Donald reports - "I have 4 children who all reside in Idaho, and 7 grandchildren. The oldest grandchild (female) will graduate from Gonzaga University next spring. The youngest (male) was two years old last June. My wife, Patricia (Holm) a graduate of the UN (Home Economics) and I toured Great Britain the last half of May -- had a wonderful time. We are also enrolled in an Elderhostel at Yosemite National Park October 27-November 2. During this time we will be escorted around the Park by a naturalist. Haven't been back to Lincoln since 1987 when we attended the funeral of Pat's mother, also a Nebraska alumna. If any former Nebraska
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students in entomology read this, those from 1946 to 1950, we really should have some sort of reunion. I haven't heard of many of them for many years.·
Leonard Seaton (MS 1953). Leonard resides at 213 Vista Verde Way, Bakersfield, California 93309 and is the owner of an Agricultural Technical Service.
Kurt P. Seevers (BS 1982). Kurt is the Technical Service Insecticide Specialist with American Cyanamid Company, 101 Groves Mill Road, Rm 100, Lawrenceville, New Jersey 08648-4795.
Gary D. Sexson (MS 1971). Gary is a Senior Technical Service Representative, ICI Americas, Inc. He reports that he and Mayetta have been married for 25 years. Their son, Gary Dean II, is a dental student at Southern Illinois University and their daughter Deana is a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Jasper D. Skinner II (MS 1971, PhD 1974, Extension Technician 1969). Jasper is self employed. He owns and operates Slatem and Tunlaw (a small machine shop). Jasper reports - "My wife Ethel and I will soon celebrate our 25th anniversary. I have a paper accepted in the Journal of Combinatorial Theory, Ser. B which should appear near year's end and am in the process of publishing a book. Subject of both publications is the perfect squared square (a problem in applied mathematics related to the flow of electricity}."
Clarence A. Sooter (AsSistant to Associate Professor 1946-48). Clarence is retired from the U.S. Public Health Service and resides at 21 Lancaster Drive, Bella Vista, Arkansas 72714. Clarence's career in Public Health Service extended from 1948-75. He says he is enjoying retirement in Bella Vista, Arkansas.
Everett W. Spackman (MS 1954). Everett is now retired and is living at 1132 Curtis Street, Laramie, Wyoming 82070. Everett tells us - "Eunice and I are enjoying retirement. Our 4 sons are scattered - son Dan and family live in Pennsylvania, Mike and wife live in Colorado, Lavell and family live in Wyoming and Curtis lives in California. We have not become 'snowbirds'. We are not going south but stay in Laramie enjoying some short trips. We have lots of hobbies including genealogy, gardening, WOOdworking, and reading."
David Stage (MS 1981). Dave is currently a second year student at UNL College of Law. He and his wife, Lois, reside at 5720 Abbey Court #48, Lincoln, Nebraska 68505. Dave worked in Louisiana (in entomology and environmental quality), 1982-1985, and then farmed near Laurel, Nebraska, 1985-1990, before returning to school.
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Denny Stamm (BS 1978, MS 1981). Denny is a Field Representative for the CIBA GEIGY Corporation and is located at 1000 Duke Drive, York, Nebraska 68467. Denny is still a part-time graduate student in our Department.
Glenn Stokes (MS 1962). Glenn is owner and manager of Mosquito Control Contractors Inc., PO Box 9868, New Iberia, Louisiana 70562.
Tommy A. Sutherlin (PhD 1986). Tom is a teacher in the Omaha Public Schools and resides at 8503 Grand Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68134.
Eugene G. Thompson (Instructor - USDA/ ARS 1959-1960). Gene is presently Seroprevalence Coordinator, Texas Department of Health, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3199. When Gene retired from the U.S. Army in 1983, he held the rank of Colonel and was Executive Director of the Armed Forces Pest Management Board. He did consulting until June of 1988 when he began his present job in the HIV Division of the Texas Department of Health where he is the Seroprevalence Coordinator for all the serum surveys "we are conducting in prisons, STD clinics, Women's Clinics, TB clinics, Drug Treatment Centers, and Adolescent Centers of all types." He further reports - "Our kids are both grown. Our son, Howard, is a sales manager for a long-distance phone company in Bryan and has a family of his wife, Kathy, and two stepchildren. Our daughter, Melessa, is married and lives with her husband, Steve, in Chesapeake, Virginia where Steve is doing a double Masters in Christian film production and Bible studies. Vivian and I have been married 34 years now."
Jon J. Tollefson (Drafted in 1970 before completing MS). Jon is now Professor of Entomology, Iowa State University, 17 Insectary Bldg, Ames, Iowa 50011. Jon's message - "I continue in the Department of Entomology as Project Leader of the Corn Insect Research Project. My appointment is split between 70% research and 30% teaching. I conduct research on the development of pest-insect management decision thresholds and new control strategies. I teach two graduate courses, Advanced Insect Pest Management and Host Resistance. Carla is a Production Editor for Iowa State University Press. The two daughters, Kirsten and Karin, are a senior in college and a junior in high school, respectively." (Ed. note: Jon received the C.V. Riley Award at the North Central Branch Meetings, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, March 1991.)
Roberta Trumble (Secretary 1940-42). Roberta lives at 1030 Marshall, Lakewood, Colorado 80214. She says - "I have fond memories of my Entomology friends and still see Sally Schock. Have nine children. My husband retired the year the last one finished college but only lived two years. Now I spend my time .. volunteering and traveling. Went to Nashville last weekend and will go to Greece for a cruise and bus tour of the islands in September and October. I thoroughly
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enjoy reading the newsletters and reminiscing about old friends who are mentioned. "
Art Vance (BS 1976, MS 1983, Technician 1983-86). Art is currently Associate Pastor of the Oak Lake Bible Church, 3630 North First, Lincoln, Nebraska. Art and his wife, Annie, have two children, Anthony (7) and Jeremy (3). Art tells us that he keeps his fingers in entomology as a 4-H leader and as a beekeeper.
Carrol M. Voss (BS 1941). Carrol is now semi-retired and lives in Maine. His address is PO Box 70, New Harbor, Maine 04554. He reports - ·Completed PhD, Entomology, University of Wisconsin 1949. Wife, Wilma, and I semi-retired to Maine five years ago. My career consisted of insect and disease control operations mid-Atlantic states with use of Helicopters - current work mostly forestry insect (gypsy moth) and brush control plus black fly control for the state of Pennsylvania. Son is now President of my company. I maintain activity as consultant for several international organizations. Much work has been in Africa (Black Fly - River Blindness - WHO) and currently on locust control US AID."
Robert John Walstrom (BS 1947, MS 1949). Bob is Professor Emeritus, South Dakota State University, Brookings, South Dakota. Bob's message - "Enjoying retirement and good health. Highly recommend both categories!"
Wes Watson (PhD 1991). Wes is a Research Associate with USDA-ARS in Beltsville, Maryland. He and Dolly live at 371 Kyle Road, Crownsville, Maryland 21032.
John L. Wedberg (PhD 1974). John is Chair, Department of Entomology, University of Wisconsin, Madison. He resides at 608 East Hillcrest Drive, Verona, Wisconsin 53593.
Richard (Charlie) Wedderburn (PhD 1972). Charlie is Associate Director, Maize Program, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT). Charlie says - "I have been employed by the CIMMYT Maize Program since graduating from UN. During that period 1973-74 based in Mexico, 1974-79 Zaire, 1979-84 Pakistan, 1984-86 Thailand, 1988-1990 Zimbabwe. Returned to headquarters in Mexico November 1991 to assume the position of Associate Director in the Maize Program. Four (4) kids are all in universities in the United States. Roger: in Architecture at Washington State University-Pullman, will graduate in 1992; Jeremy: Computer Science at Colorado State University, graduates in 1992; Monque: Business Management, Colorado State University - graduates 1992; Laura: Sophomore at Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri in chemistry hoping to go to Medical School. My wife, Frances, who has had to interrupt her BS studies in Business to move on one of our many transfers, in presently brushing up on her Spanish at a Institute in Mexico City with the intention of continuing her studies."
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Michael J. Weiss (PhD 1983). Mike is an Associate Professor in the Department of . Entomology, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota 58105.
Thomas J. Weissling (PhD 1990). Tom is presently a Post-Doc, University of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center. He is living at 6660 Landings Drive, #204, Lauderhill, Florida 33314.
Russ Whitmore (MS 1973, PhD 1981). Russ is Director of Research, Chembred, Inc. (a subsidiary of American Cyanamid Company) located at 10201 South 51st Street, #205, Phoenix, Arizona 85044.
Xiaolong Zhu (PhD 1991). Zhu is a Post-Doc in the Department of Pharmacology, Yale University School of Medicine, Sterling Hall, PO Box 3333, New Haven, Connecticut 06510-8066.
46 DEATHS
Frank H. Basel- Retired Ag Rsch Tech I (corn insects project). Died October 22, 1989 in Omaha, Nebraska. Frank was field manager at the Agricultural Research and Development Center at Mead, Nebraska for 18 years before retiring on January 31, 1983.
Jerold H.L. Bell - Assistant Professor Emeritus and retired Grasshopper Control Specialist, USDA-APHIS. Died at Lincoln, Nebraska on July 18, 1991. For more information on Jerry see "In Memoriam" page ii.
Wayne L. Howe - Former Associate Professor and research entomologist, USDA-ARS. Died at Pleasant Hill, California on February 2, 1989. Wayne was born in Longmont, Colorado on June 3, 1914. He completed a BS at" Colorado A&M (now Colorado State University) in 1938 and held graduate degrees (MS 1949, PhD 1951) from Cornell University. Before coming to Lincoln in 1957, he had worked as an entomologist in Virginia and in California. He left UNL in 1961 to become Director of the USDA Northern Grain Insects Research Laboratory, Brookings, South Dakota. At the time of his retirement, in 1979 he was an Entomologist with the Illinois Natural History Survey. Most of his research was concerned with host plant resistance to insects and the rearing of insects. Wayne served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1946 and when leaving the army he held the rank of Captain and had been involved in vector control in the south Pacific. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion, and is survived by one daughter, two sons and 4 grandchildren.
Martin H. Muma - Former Associate Extension Entomologist and Associate Professor. Died December 1, 1989. Martin was born in Topeka, Kansas on July 24, 1916. He received all of his degrees from the University of Maryland (BS '39, MS '40, PhD 1943). He came to UNL in 1946 as an associate extension entomologist and served here from 1948 to 1951 as associate curator and associate professor. He then moved to the University of Florida Citrus Experiment Station where he stayed until his retirement in 1971. His retirement years were spent in New Mexico and Arizona. In our last newsletter Martin reported - "Have been retired since August 1971 and have published about 30 papers on my pets (mites, spiders, solpugids) mainly taxonomy, biology and ecology; guess I am incurable, I have loved being an entomologist." Martin is survived by his wife Katherine who lives at: 715 North Bayard Street, Silver City, New Mexico 88061.
Robert Hale Nelson - Former student, BS 1929, MS 1930. Died at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania on November 8, 1991. He was born June 13, 1903 at Bristow, Nebraska. Bob's professional career was spent in research with the USDA from 1931 to 1955. He was then Executive Secretary of the Entomological Society of America from 1955 to 1969. Bob was President of ESA in 1971. His wife of 62 years preceded him in death by six days.
Robert E. Roselle - Professor Emeritus. Bob died at Lincoln, Nebraska on February 5, 1991. For more information see "In Memoriam" page i.
47 THESES AND DISSERTATIONS COMPLETED SINCE LAST NEWSLETTER
1988
Hariharan, Mangala J. Effect of chlorpyrifos on selected ground-dwelling beetles (Carabidae) in a corn field. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: J.F. Witkowski.
Jameson, Mary Liz. Revision of the genus Parabyrsopolis and description of Viridimicus new genus, with biogeographic and phylogenetic analyses of the Areodina (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Rutelinae). M.S. Thesis. Advisor: B.C. Ratcliffe.
Sivakumaran, Shanmuganathan. Electrophoretic characterization of esterases in the greenbug, Schizaphis graminum (Rondani) (Homoptera: Aphididae). M.S. Thesis. Advisor: Z B Mayo.
1989
Clopton, Richard E. Ecology and biology of Eutrombicula alfreddugesi (Oudemans 1910) (Acari: Trombiculidae) with implications for management. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: R.G. Gold
Davis, Robert W. Distribution of sub-slab injected chlorpyrifos in a sandy soil. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: S.T. Kamble.
Ogg, Clyde L. Factors influencing surface preference by the German cockroach (Blattella germanica L.). M.S. Thesis. Advisor: R.E. Gold.
Peitzmeier, Barbara A. Survey of predators and parasites of face fly in northeast Nebraska. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: J.B. Campbell.
Pawson, Barry M. Evaluation of factors influencing host finding behavior by pteromalid wasps. PhD Dissertation. Advisor: J.J. Petersen.
1990
Byers, Matthew E. An assessment of field worker exposure, mixer-applicator exposure and off-target drift of chemigated insecticides. PhD Dissertation. Advisors: S.T. Kamble and J.F. Witkowski.
48 Golden, Krista l. Cuticular hydrocarbons of sibling species Diabrotica /ongicornis (Say) and D. Barberi Smith and Lawrence: Use as chemotaxonomic characters for species separation and study of population variation. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: L.J. Meinke
Weissling, Thomas J. Utilization of starch matrices for development of corn rootworm specific semiochemicaljinsecticide delivery systems, potential for adult suppression. PhD Dissertation. Advisors: L.J. Meinke and Z B Mayo.
1991
Appel, larry l. Damage in field corn (Zea mays (L.)) caused by Loxagrotis albicosta (Smith). M.S. Thesis. Advisors: J.B. Campbell and R.J. Wright.
Cawthra, James K., Jr. Coleopteran predators of filth flies assoeiated with confined beef cattle. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: J.J. Petersen.
Douskey, Elaine R. Impact of tillage practices and soil insecticide placements on terbufos movement after rainfall simulation. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: S.T. Kamble.
Peterson, Robert K.D. Growth, yield, and photosynthetic responses of alfalfa to simulated alfalfa weevil injury. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: S.D. Danielson.
Uscian, John M. Biotype specific hybridization of a mitochondrial DNA probe among greenbug, Schizaphis graminum (Rondani) (Homoptera: Aphididae), biotypes. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: Z B Mayo.
Watson, David Wesley. Entomophthora muscae (Cohn) fresenius and other pathogens of house flies, Musca domestica L., and stable flies, Stomoxys ca/citrans L., associated with confined cattle. PhD Dissertation. Advisor: J.J. Petersen.
Witters, Nancy A. Immunohistochemical localization of eicosanoids in arthropod tissue: Implications for invertebrates. M.S. Thesis. Advisor: D.W. Stanley Samuelson.
Zhu, Xiaolong. Mitochondrial DNA polymorphism in black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae). PhD Dissertation. Advisor: K.P. Pruess.
49 I DEPARTMENTAL PUBLICATIONS
1989
Abid, H.S., S.D. Kindler, S.G. Jensen, M.A. Thomas-Compton, and S.M. Spomer. Isozyme characterization of sorghum aphid species and· green bug biotypes (Homoptera: Aphididae). Ann. Entomol. Soc. Am. 82:303-306.
Baxendale, F.P. Insects associated with buffalograss in Nebraska. Nebraska Turfgrass Foundation Bulletin. Summer.
Baxendale, F.P. and J.A. Kalisch. Insecticide Recommendations for Garden Vegetables. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1552.
Baxendale, F.P., D.L. Keith, and J.A. Kalisch. Insect Management Guide for Garden Vegetables. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1553.
Campbell, J.B. Fly Control at Feedlots and Dairies. Farming 32: 12.
Campbell, J.B. (B. Ohlde). Learning to Scout. Nebraska Farmer 131 :9.
Campbell, J.B. (M. Crawford). Hiring Your Own Scout. Nebraska Farmer 131 :12-13.
Campbell. J.B. Nebraska Management Guide for Control of Arthropod Pests of Livestock and Horses. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1550.
Campbell, J.B. Nebraska Management Guide for Control of Arthropod Pests of Poultry and Pets. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1551.
Campbell, J.B. Cattle Grub Control in Nebraska. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G78-409 (revised).
Campbell, J.B. Guide for Controlling Insects on Pets. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G78-412 (revised).
Campbell, J.B. Horse Insect Control Guide. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G89- 950.
Campbell, J.B. and I.L. Berry. Economic threshold for stable flies on confined livestock, pp. 18-22. In Current Status of Stable Fly (Diptera: Muscidae) Research. ESA Misc. Publ. No. 74.
Campbell, J.B. and D.B. Hudson. Cattle Scabies. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G75-230 (revised).
50 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Campbell, J.B., R.E. Roselle, and E.W. Gleaves. A Guide for the Control of Poultry Insects. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G89-954.
Campbell, J., R. Williams, and R. Moon. A Guide for Fly Control Around Swine Facilities. Purdue University CES PIH-121.
Coffelt, M.A. and J.A. Jones. Bionomics of Hyadaphis tataricae (Homoptera: Aphididae). Environ. Entomol. 18:46:50.
Currier, D.R. and J.F. Witkowski. Center-pivot applications of chlorpyrifos 4E for reducing ear and stalk infestations of second-generation European corn borer larvae (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) in field corn. J. Econ. Entomol. 81 :1765-1767.
Currier, D. and J.F. Witkowski. Reduced rates of chemigated chlorpyrifos for control of European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) in whorl stage corn. J. Kans. Entomol. Soc. 61 :401-405.
Danielson, S.D., F.P. Baxendale, R.J. Wright, J.F. Witkowski, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, G.L. Hein, A.F. Hagen, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1989 Insect Management Guide: Corn and Sorghum. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1509.
Danielson, S.D., F.P. Baxendale, R.J. Wright, J.F. Witkowski, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, G.L. Hein, A.F. Hagen, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1989 Insect Management Guide: Alfalfa, Soybeans, Wheat, Range, and Pasture. Univ. of Nebr;, Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1511.
Danielson, S.D., F.P. Baxendale, R.J. Wright, J.F. Witkowski, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, G.L. Hein, A.F. Hagen, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1989 Insect Management Guide for Nebraska Specialty Crops: Sugarbeets, Dry Beans, Sunflowers, Vetch, Potatoes, Onions. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1537.
Danielson, S., D. Keith, and G. Manglitz. The Alfalfa Weevil. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G73-30 (revised).
Danielson, S.D., R.F. Mumm, G.R. Manglitz, and E.L. Sorensen. Glandular hair densities in three perennial Medicago species. Euphytica 43:15-19.
Darrow, P.O. and K.P. Pruess. Effects of substrate on density of aquatic insects in a Southeast Nebraska stream. Trans. Nebr. Acad. Sci. 17:19-22.
Decker, T.N., T.A.Jones, and R.E. GOld. Auditory thresholds in the American cockroach (Orthoptera: BlaUidae): Estimates using single-unit and compound action potential recordings. J. Econ. Entomol. 82:687-691.
51 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Hall, A.D., J.P. Smith, and G.D. Thomas. Effect of predatory arthropods on the survival of immature stable flies (Diptera: Muscidae), pp. 33-40. in Current Status of Stable Fly (Diptera: Muscidae) Research. ESA Misc. Pub!. No. 74.
Harrell, M.O. Preemergent herbicide use guide for tree and shrub plantings. Univ. Nebr. Forest Pests of Nebraska Leaflet No. 22.
Hein, G.L. Avoid Pesticide Accidents in the Planting Rush. The Bean Bag. 7: 1-2.
Hein, G.L. Russian Wheat Aphids: Windshield Survey not enough. Nebraska Farmer. 131 :84.
Hein, G.L. Spider mite problems on corn. Farming. 32:12-13.
Hein, G.L. Wireworms in potatoes. Nebraska Potato Eyes. 1:4-5.
Hein, G.L., F.P. Baxendale, J.B. Campbell, A.F. Hagen and J.A. Kalisch. Russian Wheat Aphid. Univer. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G89-936.
Jones, J.A. 4-H Entomology Manual. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. 4-H 26 (revised).
Matthews, J.R. and J.J. Petersen. Effect of temperature on paraSitism, development, and diapause of the filth fly paraSite, Urolepis rufipes (Hymenoptera: Pteromalidae). Environ. Entomol. 18:728-731.
Mayo, Z B. Sorghum: Use of oxydemeton-methyl to control insect and mite pests. pp. 103-109. in The biological and economic assessment of the uses of oxydemeton-methyl in American agriculture. USDA Tech. Bull. 141 pp.
Mayo, Z B. Sugarbeets: Use of oxydemeton-methyl to control insect pests. pp. 110- 111. In The biological and economic assessment of the uses of oxydemeton methyl in American agriculture. USDA Tech. Bull. 141 pp.
Meinke, L.J., Z B Mayo, and T.J. Weissling. Pheromone delivery system: Western corn rootworm (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) pheromone encapsulation in a starch borate matrix. J. Econ. Entomol. 82: 1830-1835.
Mor6n, M. and B.C. Ratcliffe. A synopsis of the American Goliathini with description of a new Neoscelis from Mexico (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Cetoniinae). Coleop. Bull. 43:339-348.
Pasek, J.E. and M.E. Dix. Life history of the ponderosa pine coneworm Dioryctria auranticella (Grote) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae). J. Econ. Entomol. 82:879-885.
52 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Petersen, J.J. Potential for biological control of stable flies associated with confined livestock, pp. 41-45. !n Current Status of Stable Fly (Diptera: Muscidae) Research. ESA Misc. Publ. No. 74.
Pruess, K.P. Colonization of immature black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) on artificial substrates in a Nebraska sandy river. Environ. Entomol. 18:433-437.
Ratcliffe, B.C. A case of gynandromorphy in Golota tersander (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae). Coleop. Bull. 43:256-258.
Ratcliffe, B.C. Corrections and clarifications to Endrodi's "The Dynastinae of the World.· Coleop. Bull. 43:275-278.
Ratcliffe, B.C. and G. Clark. Observations on the tunnel morphology of Heterocerus brunneus Melsh. (Coleoptera: Heteroceridae) and the paleoecological significance of insect traces. J. Paleont. 63:228-232.
Ratcliffe, B.C. and M.L. Jameson. A synopsis of the genus Areoda (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Rutelinae). Coleop. Bull. 43:135-144.
Ratcliffe, B.C. and M.L. Jameson. A new species of Pelidnota (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Rutelinae) from Panama. Coleop. Bull. 43:259-262.
Schulze, L.D. and S.T. Kamble. The Pesticide Label. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G89-937.
Showers, W.O., J.F. Witkowski, C.E. Mason, D.O. Calvin, R.A. Higgins, and G.P. Dively. European Corn Borer - Development and Management. Iowa State Univ. NCR Ext. Publ. No. 327.
Smith, J.P., R.D. Hall, and G.D. Thomas. A review of natural mortality and enemies of the stable fly (Diptera: Muscidae) in Missouri. Florida Ent. 72:351-360.
Steinegger, D.H., J.E. Watkins, and F.P. Baxendale. Growing Dahlias. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G74-189 (revised).
Thomas, G.D., I.L. Berry, D.R. Berkebile, and S.R. Skoda. Comparison of three sampling methods for estimating adult stable fly (Diptera: Muscidae) populations. Environ. Entomol. 18:513-520.
Watkins, J.E., J.B. Campbell, and R.N. Klein. Wheat Streak Mosaic Disease. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC89-1871.
53 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Weissling, T.J., L.J. Meinke, D. Trimnell, and K.L. Golden. Behavioral responses of Diabrotica adults to plant-derived semiochemicals encapsulated in a starch borate matrix. Entomol. Expt. Appl. 53:219-228.
Witkowski J.F. and F.P. Baxendale. Corn insects - Quick reference. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G89-904.
Witkowski, J.F. and S.D. Danielson. Stalk borer in corn. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G80-521 (revised).
Wysong, D.S., M.O. Harrell, D.H. Steinegger, and M.R. Kuhns. Iron chlorosis of trees and shrubs. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G84-705.
1990
Baker, M., N. Peterson, and S.T. Kamble. Pesticide use on major crops in Nebraska-1987. Nebr. Agric. Res. Div.jIANR. Res. Bull. No. 311. 34 pp.
Baxendale, F.P. Billbugs: Characteristics and control. Golf Course Management. April. pp. 115-123.
Baxendale, F.P. Insects associated with buffalograss. Golf Course Management. July. pp. 24-28.
Baxendale, F.P. Japanese beetles in the midwest. Northern Turf Manager. September jOctober.
Baxendale, F.P. Fruit insect references. Univ. of Nebr., Dept. of Entomology.
Baxendale, F.P. Vegetable insect references. Univ. of Nebr., Dept. of Entomology.
Berry, J.S., T.O. Holtzer, and H.J. Ball. Ambulatory dispersal of spider mites (Acari: Tetranychidae) on whole, untreated maize plants after exposure to fenvalerate and permethrin. J. Econ. Entomol. 83:217-220.
Campbell, J.B. Cattle Lice. Farming 33: 12-13.
Campbell, J.B. A Guide for the Control of Flies in Nebraska Feedlots and Dairies. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G77-355 (revised).
Campbell, J.B. House Fly Control Guide. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G90-958.
Campbell, J.B. (J. Stuart). Feeding on Flies. Nebraska Farmer 132:C4-C5.
54 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Campbell, J.B. Insect Advisory - West Central, Nebraska. Vol. 13:18-19.
Campbell, J.B., D.J. Boxler, D.C. Clanton, G. Deutscher, A. Davis, M. Knott, and J. Shugart. Nebraska horn fly control studies 1970-1989. Nebr. Agric. Res. Div.jIANA. Misc. Publ. No. 57. 22 pp.
Currier, D.R. and J.F. Witkowski. Residual efficacy of chlorpyrifos 4E applied through a center-pivot irrigation system on European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) larvae. J. Econ. Entomol. 83:1049-1052.
Danielson, S.D., G.R. Manglitz and E.L. Sorensen. Field resistance of perennial glandular-haired Medicago strains and alfalfa cultivars to the alfalfa weevil. Euphytica 49: 177 -182. .
Danielson, S.D., R.J. Wright, J.F. Witkowski, G.L. Hein, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, A.F. Hagen, F.P. Baxendale, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour and J.A. Kalisch. 1990 Insect Management Guide for Alfalfa, Soybeans, Wheat, Range and Pasture. EC90-1511.
Ellis, M.D. and F.P. Baxendale. Questions and answers on Africanized honey bees. Nebr. Dept. of Agric. and Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Servo
Greiner, E.C., W.1. Knausenberger, M. Messersmith, W.L. Kramer, and E.P.J. Gibbs. Culicoides spp. associated with cattle in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, and their relevance to bluetongue virus. J. Med. Entomol. 27:1071-1073.
Harrell, M.O., A.A. Martin, D.M. Adams and T.D. Wardle. Chemical weed control in first-year tree plantings. Univ. Nebr., Nebr. Forest Servo Misc. Publ.
Hein, G.L. Managing the Mexican bean beetle. The Bean Bag. 8:4.
Hein, G.L. Western bean cutworm. The Bean Bag. 8:4.
Hein, G.L., R.J. Wright, F.P. Baxendale, S.D. Danielson, J.F. Witkowski, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, A.F. Hagen, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1990 Insect Management Guide for sugarbeets, dry beans, sunflowers, vetch, potatoes, and onions. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC90-1537.
Howard, A.W. and D.W. Stanley-Samuelson. Phospholipid fatty acid composition and arachidonic acid metabolism in selected tissues of adult Tenebrio molitor (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae). Ann. Entomol. Soc. Am. 83:975-981.
Howard, R.W., D.W. Stanley-Samuelson, and A.D. Akre. Biosynthesis and chemical mimicry of cuticular hydrocarbons from the obligate predator, Microdan
55 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
albicomatus Novak (Diptera: Syrphidae) and its ant prey, Myrmica incompleta provancher (Hymenoptera: Formicidae). J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 63:437·443.
Howden, H.F. and B.C. Ratcliffe. An unusual new species of Trigonopeltastes Burmeister form Chiapas, Mexico (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Trichiinae). Canadian Ent. 122: 1-4.
Jameson, M.L. Revision, phylogeny and biogeography of the genera Parabyrsopolis ohaus and viridimicus, new genus (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Rutelinae). Coleop. Bull. 44:377-422.
Kramer, W.L., R.H. Jones, F.R. Holbrook, T.E. Walton, and C.H. Calisher. Isolation of arboviruses from Culicoides midges in Colorado during an epizootic of vesicular stomatitis New Jersey. J. Med. Entomol. 27:487-493.
Lindgren, D.T., D.H. Steinegger, F.P. Baxendale, and J.E. Watkins. Organic gardening in the backyard. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC81-548 (revised).
Matthews, J.R. and J.J. Petersen. Effects of host age, host density and parent age of reproduction of the filth fly parasite Urolepis rufipes (Hymenoptera: Pteromalidae). Med. Veterinary Entomol. 4:255-260.
Monke, B.J. and Z B Mayo. Influences of edaphological factors on residual activity of selected insecticides in laboratory studies with emphasis on soil moisture and temperature. J. Econ. Entomol. 83:226-233.
Mor6n, M. and B.C. RatCliffe. Descriptions of Strategus larvae with a new key to species based on the larvae (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Dynastinae). Elytron. 53-66.
Pawson, B.M. and J.J. Petersen. Temperature preference and effects of photoperiod on oviposition behavior of five pteromalid wasps (Hymenoptera: Pteromalidae) using house fly (Diptera: Muscidae) pupae as hosts. Environ. Entomol. 19: 1452-1456.
Petersen, J.J., D.W. Watson, and B.M. Pawson. Native biocontrol agents as a component of integrated pest management for confined livestock, pp. 79-93. ill D.A. Rutz and R.S. Patterson [eds.], Biocontrol of arthropods affecting livestock and poultry. Westview Press, Boulder, Colorado.
Ratcliffe, B.C. Tiger Beetles. Nebraska/and. 68:50-51.
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Ratcliffe, B.C. The significance of scarab beetles in the ethnoentomology of non industrial, indigenous peoples. Proc. I Internat. Congr. Ethnobiology, Balem, Brazil 1: 159-185.
Ratcliffe, B.C. Prairie scarabs. The Nebraska perspective. Amer. Ent. 36:28-35.
Ratcliffe, B. An unusual method of pattern disruption in an Amazonian scarab beetle. Bolo Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, Servo Zool. 6:109-113.
Ratcliffe, B.C. Book Review. The Scarab Beetles of Florida Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae). Part II. The Mayor June Beet/es (Genus Phyllophaga). By A. Woodruff and B. Beck. Florida Ent. 73:523-524.
Rethwisch, M.D. and G.R. Manglitz. Parasitism by Praon pequodorum Viereck (Hymenoptera: Aphididae): Preferences for blue alfalfa aphid and pea aphid (Homoptera: Aphididae) and impact on aphid reproduction. J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 63:298-303.
Shotkoski, F.A., Z B Mayo, and L.L. Peters. Induced disulfoton resistance in greenbugs (Homoptera: Aphididae). J. Econ. Entomol. 83:2147-2152.
Showers, W.B., A.J. Keaster, J.F. Witkowski, S.L. Clement, H.C. Chiang, and A.N. Sparks. Manipulation of larval diapause of the European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) as a potential mechanism of integrated pest management. Environ. Entomol. 19:1311-1319.
Stanley-Samuelson, D.W., A.W. Howard, and A.D. Akre. Nutritional interactions revealed by tissue fatty acid profiles of an obligate myrmecophilous predator, Microdon albicomatus, and its prey, Myrmica incompleta (Diptera: Syrphidae) (Hymenoptera: Formicidae). Ann. Entomol. Soc. Am. 83:1108-1115.
Stanley-Samuelson, D.W., A.W. Howard, and E.C. Toolson. Phospholipid fatty acid composition and arachidonic acid uptake and metabolism by the cicada Tibicen dealbatus (Homoptera: Cicadidae). Compo Biochem. Physiol. 97B:285-289.
Stanley-Samuelson, D.W. and W. Loher. Evolutionary aspects of prostaglandins and other eicosanoids in invertebrates. Progress in Comparative Endocrinology, pp. 614-619.
Thomas, G.D., I.L. Berry, S.R. Skoda, and D.R. Berkebile. Seasonal ovipositional status of field populations of female stable flies (Diptera: Muscidae) in cattle feedlots as measured by two sampling methods.'·Environ.' Entomol. 19:1597- 1604.
57 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Witkowski, J., R.J. Wright, and K. Jarvi. The Bean Leaf Beetle in Soybeans. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G90-974.
Wright, R.J., S.D. Danielson, J.F. Witkowski, G.L. Hein, L.L. Peters, J.B. Campbell, F.P. Baxendale, A.F. Hagen, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1990 Insect Management Guide for Corn and Sorghum. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC90-1509.
1991
Berry, J.S., T.O. Holtzer, and J.M. Norman. Experiments using a simulation model of the banks grass mite (Acari: Tetranychidae) and the predatory mite Neoseiulus fallacis (Acari: Phytoseiidae) in a corn microenvironment. Environ. Entomol. 20: 1074-1078.
Calvin, D.O., A.A. Higgins, F.L. Poston, S.M. Welch, M.C. Knapp, W.O. Showers, J.F. Witkowski, A.J. Keaster, H.C. Chiang, and C. Mason. Similarities in development rates geographically separate European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) populations. Environ. Entomol. 20:441-450.
Danielson, S.D., G.R. Manglitz, and E.L. Sorensen. A field study of potato leafhopper (Homoptera: Cicadellidae) abundance and damage on alfalfa cultivars and perennial glandular-haired Medicago strains. J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 64:152-155.
Danielson, S.D., R.J. Wright, G.L. Hein, L.L. Peters, and J.A. Kalisch. Insects that attack seeds and seedlings of field crops. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91-1023
Danielson, S.D., R.J. Wright, J. Witkowski, G.L. Hein, J.B. Campbell, L.L. Peters, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, and J.A. Kalisch. 1991 Insect Management Guide for Alfalfa, Soybeans, Wheat, Range, and Pasture. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91-1511
Godfrey, L.D., K.E. Godfrey, T.E. Hunt, and S.M. Spomer. Natural enemies of European corn borer Ostrinia nubilalis (Hubner) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) larvae in irrigated and drought-stressed corn. J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 64:279-286.
Godfrey, L.D. and T.O. Holtzer. Influence of temperature and humidity on European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) egg hatchability. Environ. Entomol. 20:8- 14.
58 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Godfrey, L.D., T.O. Holtzer, and J.M. Norman. Effects of European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) tunneling and drought stress on field corn gas exchange parameters. J. Econ. Entomol. 84: 1370-1380.
Godfrey, L.D., T.O. Holtzer, S.M. Spomer, and J.M. Norman. European corn borer (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) tunneling and drought stress: Effects on corn yield. J. Econ. Entomol. 84:1850-1860.
Golden, K.L. and L.J. Meinke. Immature development, fecundity,longevity, and egg diapause of Diabrotica longicornis (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 64:251-256.
Hagen, A.F. and G.C. Rabe. Distribution maps of grasshopper species in Nebraska based on three studies. Univ. of Nebr., Dept. of Entomology Report No. 16.
Harrell, M.O. Zimmerman pine moth control in the Omaha area. Univ. Nebr. Forest Pests of Nebraska Leaflet No. 21.
Harrell, M.O. Zimmerman pine moth control in central and western Nebraska. Univ. Nebr. Forest Pests of Nebraska Leaflet No. 22.
Harrell, M.O. Spider mites of conifers. Univ. Nebr. Forest Pests of Nebraska Leaflet No. 24.
Hein, G.L., R.J. Wright, and J.B. Campbell. 1991 Insect Management Guide for Sugarbeets, Dry Beans, Sunflowers, Vetch, Potatoes, and Onions. Addendum for EC90-1537.
Jarvi, K.J. and S.D. Danielson. The Clover Leaf Weevil in Alfalfa. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. NebFact 91-30.
Jones, J.A. Tree insect pests in windbreaks: distribution and importance, pp 24-27. ill Insects of Windbreaks and Related Plantings. USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mt. Forest and Range Experiment Station. Gen. Tech. Rpt. RM-204.
Kamble, S.T. Termites. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G91-1062A.
Kamble, S.T. Management of fabric pests. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91- 2503.
Kamble, S.T. Subterranean termites and their control. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91-1556.
Legg, D.E., G.L. Hein, and F.B. Peairs. Sampling Russian wheat aphid in the western Great Plains. Great Plains Ag. Counc. Publ. 138.
59 Departmental Publications (Cont'd)
Ogg, C.L., R.W. Howard, and D.W. Stanley-Samuelson. Fatty acid composition and incorporation of arachidonic acid into phospholipids of hemocytes from the tobacco hornworm Manduca sexta. Insect Biochem. 21 :809-814.
Peters, L.L. and S.R. Lowry. Western corn rootworm (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) larval control with chlorpyrifos applied at planting time versus a post-planting chemigation application to corn grown under two different tillage systems. J. Kansas Entomol. Soc. 64:451-454.
Petersen, J.J. Mermithid parasites of mosquitoes, pp. 86-88. ill Biological Control of Vectors. J. Weises, Ed Wiley and Son, West Chichester, England.
Petersen, J.J. and B.M. Pawson. Early season introduction, population increase, and movement of the filth fly parasite Muscidifurax zaraptor (Hymenoptera: Pteromalidae). Environ. Entomol. 20:1155-1159.
Ratcliffe, B. Dragonflies. Nebraska/and. 69:50-51.
Ratcliffe, B. The scarab beetles of Nebraska. Bull. Univ. of Nebr. State Museum 12: 1-333.
Ratcliffe, B. The passalidae and lucanidae (Insecta: Coleoptera) of Nebraska. Great Plains Res. 1 :249-282.
Ratcliffe, B. Book Review. The beetles of the world, vol. 10. Rutelini premier partie. By M.A. Mor6n. Coleop. Bull. 45:14.
Riordan, T.P., G.L. Horst, J.E. Watkins, and F.P. Baxendale. Kentucky Bluegrass Lawn Calendar. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G80-517 (revised).
Schild, J., D. Baltensperger, D. Lyon, G.L. Hein, and E. Kerr. Sunflower Production in Nebraska. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G91-1026.
Sivakumaran, S. and Z B Mayo. Electrophoretic characterization of esterases in the greenbug, Schizaphis graminum (Rondani) (Homoptera: Aphididae). J. Kans. Entomol. Soc. 64:356-362.
Skoda, S.R., G.D. Thomas, and J.B. Campbell. Developmental sites and relative abundance of immature stages of the stable fly (Diptera: Muscidae) in beef cattle feedlot pens in eastern Nebraska. J. Econ. Entomol. 84: 191-197.
Spike, B.P., R.J. Wright, and S.D. Danielson. 1991 Chinch Bug Outlook. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. NebFact 91-31.
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Spike, B.P., R.J. Wright, S.D. Danielson, and D.W. Stanley-Samuelson. The fatty acid compositions of phospholipids and triacylglycerols from two chinch bug species Blissus leucopterus leucopterus and B. iowensis (Insecta: Hemiptera; Lygaeidae) are similar to the characteristic Dipteran pattern. Compo Biochem. Physiol. 99B:799-802.
Stanley-Samuelson, D.W. Comparative eicosanoid physiology in invertebrate animals. Am. J. Physiol. 260 (Regulatory Integrative Compo Physiol. 29):R849- R853.
Stanley-Samuelson, D.W., E. Jensen, K.W. Nickerson, K. Tiebel, C.L. Ogg, and R.W. Howard. Insect immune response to bacterial infection is mediated by eicosanoids. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. 88: 1064-1 068.
Steinegger, D.H., F.P. Baxendale, and J.E. Watkins. Guide to Growing Houseplants. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G91-1022.
Stockdale, H.J., J.F. Witkowski, M.E. Gray, S.E. Rice Mahr, H.R. Wilson, and B.H. Kantack. Phorate and terbufos use on corn. in M. Fitzner, J. Bowman and H. Stockdale [eds.], The biologic and economic assessment of phorate and terbufos. USDA Tech. Bull. No. 1785.
Watson, D.W. and J.J. Petersen. Infectivity of Serratia marcescens (Eubacteriales: Enterobacteriaceae) in Stomoxys calcitrans (Diptera: Muscidae). J. Med. Entomol. 28: 190-192.
Weissling, T.J. and L.J. Meinke. Semiochemical-insecticide bait placement and vertical distribution of corn rootworm (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) adults: Implications for management. Environ. Entomol. 20:945-952.
Weissling, T.J. and L.J. Meinke. Potential of starch encapsulated semiochemical insecticide formulations for adult corn rootworm (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) control. J. Econ. Entomol. 84:601-609.
Weissling, T.J., L.J. Meinke, and K.A. Lytle. Effect of starch-based corn rootworm (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) baits on selected nontarget insect species: influence of semiochemical composition. J. Econ. Entomol. 84:1235-1241.
Witkowski, J., C. Shapiro, W. Kranz, and R. Wright. How to Hire a Crop Consultant. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. G91-1031.
Wright, R.J., S.D. Danielson, J.F. Witkowski, G.L. Hein, L.L. Peters, J.B. Campbell, K.J. Jarvi, R.C. Seymour, andJ.A. Kalisch. 1991 Insect Management Guide for Nebraska Corn and Sorghum. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91-1509.
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Wright, R.J. and J.A. Kalisch. European corn borer larval size card. Univ. of Nebr., Coop. Ext. Div. EC91-1554.
62 EDITOR'S POSTSCRIPT
If you've read this far, we hope that you've discovered that our purpose is simple - to communicate what's happening now with those who used to be a part of us. Since good communication is two way, we have also allowed those not present with us to let us know what's happening with them.
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