Dean’s Report 2012

College of Arts & Sciences Message from the Chancellor

As the eighth CAS is committed to helping students explore a diversity of chancellor of SIUE, ideas, experiences and people while learning to think and I look forward to live as fulfi lled, productive members of a global society. leading this vibrant, Examples of this commitment include a recent National growing campus Science Foundation CAREER grant awarded to a CAS faculty and maintaining the member who is documenting and archiving tribal languages momentum that has in Nepal; a revised mass communications curriculum to been established in prepare students for success in the rapidly changing media recent years. environment; and new connections with Cuba and the Caribbean to expand the global awareness and infl uence of I am particularly the University community. impressed by the academic excellence SIUE has unlimited potential as a premier Metropolitan of this University and University, and I welcome the opportunity to lead the the degree to which institution as, together, we take SIUE to the next level in SIUE has impacted the well-being of the Southern Illinois higher education. region. With 44 baccalaureate programs and 70 master’s and professional offerings from which to choose, SIUE has broad Let’s celebrate the “e”! appeal and extensive infl uence. And, with more than 90,000 living alumni, that infl uence will continue for generations to come.

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) touches the academic journey of each SIUE student. Through foundational Julie Furst-Bowe, Ed.D. education and diverse and highly specialized coursework, SIUE Chancellor Message from the Dean This has been an We have also continued expanding our outreach through unprecedented year of the weekly electronic bulletin “This Week in CAS,” the radio achievements on many show “Segue” and a weekly column in the local newspaper. fronts for the College A television show that will be nationally syndicated is in the of Arts and Sciences, works for distribution in the upcoming school year. Other and the future looks events such as Arts & Issues, the Art-A-Thon and fl ash mobs even brighter. continue to expand our engagement with the local community.

With accomplishments Upgrades to facilities continue to benefi t student learning in so many areas, throughout the College. The new automated roboscope it is diffi cult to observatory was dedicated this past December. Work on the summarize them in a Metcalf Theater Annex is scheduled for completion in fall single page. Students 2012. The new Science Building is slated to open in 2013, and selecting majors in the expansion and renovation of the Art and Design Building the College reached should be completed by fall 2013. record numbers. Thanks to the efforts of our faculty, the College saw all-time The best is yet to come. We are working on a project that highs in the number of student credit hours generated, the will hopefully lead to the construction of a privately funded, number of grants submitted and grant funding received. visual and performing arts center. Completion of such Our master’s program in art therapy, master’s program in a facility will position SIUE for continued growth in the public administration and baccalaureate program in theater performing arts fi elds. all achieved re-accreditation from the national agencies in charge of such recognition. In addition, our master’s and I hope you will continue to accompany us on this journey baccalaureate programs in social work are in the fi nal stages that makes all of us proud to be associated with the College of re-accreditation from their national governing board. of Arts and Sciences at SIUE. This past year has seen several of our students and faculty receive national recognition through awards such as Fulbright Sincerely, Scholarships and National Science Foundation grants.

Plans are under way to develop a full partnership with the University of Havana and other key Cuban institutions, Aldemaro Romero, Ph.D. which will allow our students to have a unique experience in Dean a country that is considered closed to most Americans. College of Arts & Sciences List of Programs Undergraduate Students by Program Graduate Students by Program Anthropology Anthropology - 71 Art & Design - 46 Art & Design Art & Design - 187 Biological Sciences - 65 Biological Sciences Biological Sciences - 617 Chemistry - 34 Chemistry Chemistry - 100 English Language & Literature - 88 Criminal Justice Studies Criminal Justice Studies - 116 Environmental Sciences - 47 Earth Science Earth Science - 6 Geography - 42 Economics Economics - 15 Historical Studies - 38 English Language & Literature English Language & Literature - 221 Mass Communications - 29 Foreign Languages & Literature Foreign Languages & Literature - 66 Mathematics & Statistics - 43 Geography Geography - 95 Music - 27 Historical Studies Historical Studies – 167 Public Administration & Policy Analysis - 138 Mass Communications Liberal Studies - 11 Social Work - 65 Mathematics & Statistics Mass Communications - 166 Sociology - 27 Music Mathematics & Statistics - 89 Speech Communication - 19 Philosophy Music - 137 Physics Philosophy - 30 Political Science Physics - 20 Total Students: 8,432 Public Administration & Policy Analysis Political Science - 120 Social Work Social Work - 77 Sociology Sociology - 120 Speech Communication Speech Communication - 95 Theater & Dance Theater & Dance - 76 Undeclared - 5,122

Accreditations • Art Therapy master’s program accredited by the American Art Therapy Association • Chemistry ACS baccalaureate curriculum accredited by the American Chemical Society • Mass Communications baccalaureate program accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications • Music baccalaureate and master’s programs accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music • Public Administration master’s program accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration • Social Work baccalaureate and master’s programs accredited by the Council on Social Work Education • Theater baccalaureate programs accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre

About SIUE Beautifully situated on 2,660 acres, SIUE is a public university offering a broad choice of degrees and programs, ranging from liberal arts to professional studies. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in the arts and sciences, business, education, engineering and nursing. Professional degrees are available in dental medicine and pharmacy. More than 14,200 students choose SIUE for its enlightening programs, engaging faculty and convenient location, just 25 minutes from St. Louis. Science Building Complex Nearing Completion

The new Science Building is wrapping up construction, their offi ces will be located conveniently next to with a goal to open its doors to students in Spring 2013, corresponding teaching and research labs,” Johnson according to Kevin Johnson, professor and director said. “This will increase interaction between students, of the environmental sciences program. The complex faculty and staff, strengthening effi ciency.” presents numerous opportunities and benefi ts not only for students, but for faculty, staff and the community as For faculty and staff, the new complex increases a whole. morale. “I think the faculty are excited about the additional space available,” Johnson said. “Research The Science Building Complex—which includes the facilities and capabilities will be enhanced, which new building and a renovated existing building— ultimately impacts the University as a whole in regards will positively impact the University in several ways, to national recognition.” especially for students. The increase of laboratory space will combine classroom learning with more opportunities In addition, the complex will enable a real learning for research, inquiry, and hands-on experience, which environment for the community at large. As the fourth will ultimately strengthen learning and help prepare certifi ed Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design students for future careers. (LEED) building on campus, the new complex will serve as an instructional tool for groups such as local “More laboratory space will allow students to actually businesses and area schools by offering educational tours. work together on class assignments and research, An internationally recognized mark of excellence, LEED as opposed to working individually,” said Johnson. certifi cation provides building owners and operators with “Students will leave their programs feeling more a framework for identifying and implementing practical comfortable with what they learned as they will get and measurable green building design, construction, more hands-on experience. We will be able to better operations and maintenance solutions. align our students with the economy in the greater St. Louis metropolitan area through these experiences.” With the construction of the new building nearly complete, departments and programs are busy preparing In addition to students, various programs including to settle into their new space. The next phase consists biological sciences, chemistry, and environmental of renovating the original structure, which is tentatively sciences will benefi t from the new complex. “An scheduled for completion in 2014. immediate impact will be seen by the faculty because

2 • Defi ning Excellence Campaign “We are able to shape our curriculum to match industry needs. This partnership is invaluable to SIUE and our students.” – Robert Dixon, associate professor

A Strengthened Partnership Sigma-Aldrich has strengthened its partnership with Robert Dixon, associate professor of chemistry, said that SIUE through a signifi cant donation that will fund a the new degree would allow for the increased acceptance new laboratory and support the potential introduction of students with an interest in chemistry, specifi cally of a new degree program within the College of Arts and biochemistry. “As we move into the new Science Building Sciences. A long-time supporter of the University, Complex, we are expecting a larger number of students Sigma-Aldrich has been instrumental in enhancing to be a part of this proposed degree,” said Dixon. “The educational and career opportunities through fi nancial donation from Sigma-Aldrich will help furnish all labs support, establishing and maintaining an internship/ with the additional instrumentation needed to support co-op program, and hiring a signifi cant number of our students as they pursue this degree. SIUE graduates. “Sigma-Aldrich is the largest supplier of specialty Sigma-Aldrich is a leading life science and high-technology biochemicals in the world,” said Dixon. “When company headquartered in St. Louis. The company’s you want to do biochemical research and you need chemical and biochemical products, kits and services are chemicals, biological materials, instrumentation and used in scientifi c research and biotechnology and as key equipment, Sigma-Aldrich is the fi rst company you components in high-technology manufacturing. would go to for the purchase of those items.

Aware of the need for space to offer project-based “In addition to the supplies, collaborating with Sigma- laboratories, Sigma-Aldrich committed to a total Aldrich representatives provides insight into what donation of $150,000 over a fi ve-year period to fund a kind of trained professionals they want as entry-level biochemistry laboratory in the new Science Building. scientists. We are able to shape our curriculum to match This 900-square-foot laboratory will be an integral part industry needs. This partnership is invaluable to SIUE of the proposed biochemistry degree in the College of and our students.” Arts and Sciences, which is currently going through the approval process.

Defi ning Excellence Campaign • 3 Art and Design Expansion and Renovation Bring Department Together

The Department of Art and Design is The current building, which will be Students and faculty alike will be able to eagerly awaiting the completion of the connected to the expansion by an elevated thrive with the expanded and renovated Art and Design Building expansion and walkway, will see extensive renovation, space. “We have fantastic faculty, and renovations that began in August 2011. which began in 2011. The existing building they are engaged with the students all the As excited as the faculty and students are houses the ceramics, glass, sculptures, time,” said Nwacha. “Faculty will fi nally about teaching and learning in the new metals, printing, textiles, photography and have the space to accommodate their facilities, they are more excited about the graphics areas. artistic drive with the ultimate goal of chance to be a unifi ed department in a instilling that drive into our students. single building. A larger professional gallery space, with The Art and Design Building is active appropriate lighting, will be a part of the and alive all the time. I imagine that the “This expansion allows the art and design new expansion. This will allow the art creative atmosphere will escalate with our department to come back together again,” and design department to display student new facilities.” said Barbara Nwacha, associate professor work and offer showcase opportunities to of graphic design and department chair. renowned and emerging artists, as well “Until now, the studio programs have as exhibit works from the University’s SIUE Art and Design been housed in the Art and Design diverse permanent collection. Areas of Study Building. This is a coming home of sorts for our department. We are thrilled.” “I see this space as one-of-a-kind,” Studio Arts Nwacha said. “Our students will have • Ceramics/Glass The $9 million expansion will add 29,000 the ability to showcase their work in a • Drawing square feet to the existing Art and Design beautiful new exhibition space. It also • Foundations Building and will feature new studio opens the door for community members • Graphic Design space, classroom, natural lighting, student to be introduced to world-renowned artists • Metalsmithing gathering spaces, faculty offi ces, and a and diverse shows.” • Painting 90-seat auditorium. The expansion will • Photography/Digital Arts house studios and classrooms for the art • Printmaking disciplines of painting, drawing, history, • Sculpture education and therapy. • Textiles Art Education Art History Art Therapy

4 • Defi ning Excellence Campaign Showcasing Sanchez

SIUE’s University Museum now houses the largest collection of artwork in the country by the late, internationally acclaimed Cuban-born artist Emilio Sanchez, thanks to an acquisition facilitated by University Museum Director Eric Barnett.

The University Museum is responsible for the care and A large portion of the artwork will be one of the fi rst display of SIUE’s extensive collection of art and cultural collections on display in the Art and Design Building’s artifacts, which are presented throughout campus in new gallery. With the number and variety of pieces, the a series of exhibitions designed to refl ect the creative exhibition will be refl ective of Sanchez’s full body of work. diversity of the people and cultures of the world. “Sanchez’s art is modern,” said Barnett. “It’s refreshing. To enhance the diverse collection already found on His imagery is accessible. Since a large part of what campus, the Museum added nearly 500 pieces of art the Museum does is display works of art throughout from the Emilio Sanchez Collection this past January. campus, it helps to have items that are intellectually and Sanchez is best known for brightly colored paintings, aesthetically accessible to people.” prints and drawings of Caribbean buildings and New York cityscapes. The collection, valued at nearly As home to the largest collection of Sanchez artwork in $470,000, supports the College of Arts and Sciences’ the country, the University itself will act as the gallery for Cuban and Caribbean Center. this collection, as pieces have already been distributed to offi ces throughout campus. The community is “Most of the artworks we acquired are drawings and encouraged to visit SIUE to enjoy the artwork, not only watercolors on paper,” said Barnett. “There are several in the gallery spaces, but all throughout campus. paintings on canvas and board. There are also some color and black and white lithographs. Subject areas Future plans are also in the works for this one-of-a-kind include several pieces of New York City sunsets and collection. “We plan to draw from our Emilio Sanchez still life pieces representing groupings of vases and Collection to create a traveling exhibition,” said Barnett. fl owers. We hand-selected pieces that would give a broad “Ideally, we will tour the collection around the country, overview of Sanchez’s work.” promoting not only Sanchez’s work, but SIUE, as well.”

Defi ning Excellence Campaign • 5 Evolving with the Industry

“Every education program in the world advanced video course designed for the The mass communications curriculum that teaches mass communications has most serious videography students. This focuses a great deal on the basics of had to come to terms with the convergent is not a brand-new course, but rather a storytelling and developing quality media environment,” said Dr. Gary revised rendition of a previous theory- content. However, Hicks said the faculty Hicks, professor and chair of the mass based course. understand the realities of media communications department. “It’s really a industries and the expectations of the combination of technology and curriculum “We have completely redesigned students once they graduate. “Students changes that absolutely have to be done the syllabus,” Hicks said. “We are are going to be asked to complete their in tangent.” not throwing out the theory because quality stories, whether it is in the form being exposed to the myriad types of of writing or video, and adopt a multi- As media industries continue to documentaries and knowing the theories platform delivery approach,” Hicks said. explore new methods in the delivery of behind why people create what they “I tell students that they have to be able information, the mass communications do are so important. We are simply to do everything. They have to be great department has made it a priority to adding a whole second dimension to it, a storytellers, and they need to be prepared not only create a media convergence production dimension.” for whatever platform their future bosses laboratory, but also to expand and revise will want them to apply that to. curriculum to meet the needs of students During this course, students will create a preparing to enter the workforce. documentary program from the ground up “The revised curriculum will continue with the intention of national syndication. to assist students in becoming great “Rather than going out and buying the Leading this course is Tom Atwood, an storytellers, and will also focus on the latest equipment, we have to make sure Emmy award-winning documentarian and technological side of the evolving industry. that it fi ts in with the curriculum,” Hicks instructor, who possesses the necessary It must all happen simultaneously.” said. “We have proposed a number of skill set to assist students in all areas of curriculum changes that really focus on video production. the mission of our department.” One addition to the curriculum is an “We have proposed a number of curriculum changes that really focus Segue, with host Dr. Aldemaro Romero, dean of the College of on the mission of our department.” Arts and Sciences, airs every – Dr. Gary Hicks, professor and chair Sunday morning at 9 a.m. on SIUE’s own jazz-format station, WSIE-FM 88.7. Each week Romero has lively conversations with individuals connected to SIUE’s College of Arts and Sciences. These interviews also appear in print form each Friday in the “College Talk” column of The Edwardsville Intelligencer.

To view a schedule for future shows or to listen to past programs, visit siue.edu/ artsandsciences.

6 • Defi ning Excellence Campaign “Mel was always willing to help and was supportive in every way possible. I can only imagine that Mel is thrilled he was able to help the geography department that he founded.” – Robert Lewis, ’76

Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Dr. Melvin E. Kazeck had every intention of seeing the students from a larger geographic area. This gift will go a SIUE geography department fl ourish when he arrived long way in growing our graduate program.” in 1958. During the next two decades, he succeeded in these efforts and left a lasting legacy with the A graduate alumnus of the geography department and department at the time of his death last fall. former student of Kazeck, Robert Lewis, ’76, only had wonderful memories of the former department chair. Kazeck’s main priority when he came to SIUE was Lewis, a principal with Development Strategies in St. teaching earth sciences and planning, though he was Louis, was not surprised to hear of Kazeck’s gift. “Mel determined to develop an entire geography department. was a great guy,” said Lewis. “He welcomed me into the His goal was realized. By his retirement in 1976, Kazeck program in 1974 and was truly pleased that I was there. had grown his one-man operation into a unit with You could tell that he loved interacting with the students. 20 faculty members. He left SIUE with a fl ourishing Mel was always willing to help and was supportive in geography department fi lled with great promise, and the every way possible. I can only imagine how thrilled department continues to thrive today. Mel would be that he was able to help the geography department he founded” On November 2, 2011, Kazeck passed away, leaving a gift to the geography department that he founded more than 50 years ago. In his will, Kazeck allocated more than $475,000 to the department, demonstrating his sustained support of the program’s advancement.

Gillian Acheson, associate professor and chair of geography, was overwhelmed to hear the news of Kazeck’s donation. Not only is it unusual to receive a call for such a bounteous gift, she explained that it’s also unexpected for a geography department. “It was a surprising phone call,” said Acheson. “Geography is typically a very unique fi eld. There are not a large number of geography departments across the United States. To have a gift of this amount come into our department is fantastic. We are so grateful for Professor Kazeck's generosity.”

Acheson noted that the donation will support two full-time graduate student assistantships. “It was very generous of Kazeck to leave a legacy gift that would directly benefi t students. His gift will provide a wonderful educational opportunity for our graduate students to participate in research with faculty. It will allow the department to recruit top-notch

Defi ning Excellence Campaign • 7 Cuban and Caribbean Connections “We are living in a global universe in which people need to be aware of different cultures and ways of doing things,” said Dr. Aldemaro Romero, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). “If we want to be successful in this global environment, we need to understand other people.”

CAS began exploring a Cuban Caribbean currently planning joint expressed their excitement for the initiative nearly three years ago which performances of faculty and staff new initiative. has resulted in the establishment of the from both universities, which will Cuban and Caribbean Center. This Center take place at SIUE “The interest from the students is will use curriculum development and • Plans are under way to send the SIUE incredible,” said Romero. “They academic collaboration to create a more Steel percussion band to Trinidad, continually ask when they will be able diverse and inclusive cultural experience the birthplace of steel pan music to travel to Cuba and the Caribbean. with these regions. They are eager.” With the establishment The initiative is also moving forward of Center, SIUE is planning to offer a According to Romero, the goal of the on developing a relationship between collaborative course in Cuba in the program is to provide students with an the National Botanic Garden of Havana summer of 2013. opportunity to see the world. Even though and the Missouri Botanical Garden in Cuba is only 90 miles from the Florida St. Louis. Ideally, students from Cuba With student and faculty interest, the border, the country has an economic and will have the opportunity to study in the initiative will continue to grow. Romero social system that differs quite extensively Caribbean and complete their fi eldwork hopes to see a steady stream of people from the United States. in the United States. During their time in from both universities traveling between the States, they could be advised by SIUE countries, developing courses and Since its inception in January 2011, the faculty and might ultimately attend SIUE joint-economic projects between Center has been bursting with activity. to earn their degrees. the institutions. • SIUE’s student choir ensemble traveled to Cuba during the Dr. Thomas Jordan, associate professor of “It’s just the beginning of what we are Fall 2011 semester historical studies, offers an advanced-level going to do,” said Romero. “Hopefully, • SIUE’s Department of Theater and course on the history of Cuba that is very we are going to see some vibrant Dance is bringing in dance groups popular with SIUE students. When Dean exchanges between countries because from the University of Havana and is Romero spoke with the class, the students of this collaboration.”

8 • Cuban Caribbean Initiative Activities Moving Forward with the Cuban Caribbean Initiative

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is one step closer faculty members and their SIUE counterparts,” said to solidifying a formal educational exchange with the SIU Dr. Aldemaro Romero, dean of CAS. “We had great System and the University of Havana. A delegation of success in developing proposals from each interested three professors from the University of Havana’s Center department and were pleased to offi cially fi nalize our for Hemispheric and United States Studies (CEHSEU) academic relationship with the University of Havana visited SIUE in May to advance the implementation of in September 2012.” a memorandum which includes faculty and student exchanges and study abroad programs between the The University of Havana delegates agreed that the two institutions. visit to SIUE was a success. “It is signifi cant and important for the academic community in Cuba to better Jorge Hernández Martínez, sociologist and director understand the U.S.,” said Fernandez Tabío. “Our goal of CEHSEU, Luis Rene Fernandez Tabío, professor is to develop better and more profound relations with and deputy director of CEHSEU, and Raúl Rodríguez, American universities. professor and researcher at CEHSEU, engaged in three public events hosted by CAS. Workshops titled “United States and Cuba Relations” and “Doing Business in “We hope our efforts will ultimately result in a Cuba” drew members of regional agencies and business better understanding and positive interactions professionals, SIUE faculty, and educators from Illinois and Missouri, all interested in learning more about between our countries.” developing relationships with Cuba. A reception for the visiting faculty was held on the fi nal evening at SIUE, According to the delegates, the University of Havana has co-hosted by Webster University in St. Louis. partnered with other American institutions of higher learning. But, before working with SIUE, the University During their time at SIUE, the University of Havana had never collaborated with a well-established university delegation participated in face-to-face conversations in the heart of the U.S. with faculty to see what type of collaborations could take place between the institutions. “The goal of this The result of collaboration will lead to the fi rst offi cial visit was to facilitate conversations with the three Cuban exchange of students and faculty in the summer of 2013.

Luis Rene Fernandez Tabío, Dean Aldemaro Romero, Raúl Rodríguez and Jorge Hernández Martínez Cuban Caribbean Initiative Activities • 9 Fulfi lling the Position of Mentor

“I credit SIUE with giving me the ability to view the her alma mater. “I want to offer my knowledge to others world differently,” said Carol Bogosian, ’74, ’76. “SIUE because I have been rewarded so well in life. I believe prepared me for my career by opening my eyes to a large part of my success was because people gave me the world around me. It wasn’t just what I learned in their time. That’s what I want to do for others. the classroom. My professors taught me how to learn differently in life. My education opened my eyes and it “Being a woman in the actuarial consulting fi eld, I have continues to do so even today.” learned a great deal about business, climbing ladders and working past barriers,” Bogosian said. “I am very A fi rst-generation college graduate, Bogosian grew up much in tune with what women need to get ahead. I am in Granite City, Ill., and attended SIUE at her parents’ passionate about sharing those experiences to help other request. “My parents are the reason I had the opportunity women get ahead in life, especially the students at SIUE. to attend college. They saw value in putting me in the My university was the fi rst to give me that opportunity to position to come to SIUE even though we didn’t have grow. Now it’s my turn to fulfi ll the position of mentor.” college in our family. It put my family in a better place.” Craig Steiner, director of development for the College of Bogosian earned both her bachelor’s and master’s in Arts and Sciences, appreciates Bogosian’s willingness to mathematics. After graduation, she found herself in the give back to SIUE students. “Carol is a true role model insurance industry where she became an actuary. From for our current generation of students, especially since there, she moved into consulting roles in cities across the she made such an important impact in what was a non- United States, including Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle traditional fi eld for women,” said Steiner. “She can serve and Dallas. Bogosian is now a recognized expert in as an inspiration for so many, and we look forward to retirement concepts. having her reconnect with SIUE and fi nding ways she can assist and guide future students.” Currently calling Chicago home with her husband, Bogosian feels a strong need to give back to society and

“I am passionate about sharing experiences to help other women get ahead in life, especially the students at SIUE. My university was the fi rst to give me that opportunity to grow. Now it’s my turn to fulfi ll the position of mentor.” – Carol Bogosian, ’74, ’76

Chicago

10 • Alumni Expressing Gratitude

Since his graduation from the College of Art and “I used my experiences from SIUE when I arrived Sciences’ Public Administration and Policy Analysis in Washington, D.C., which has enabled me to be a program (formerly Urban Affairs and Policy Analysis) valuable colleague and to ultimately advance my career.” in 1984, Dexter Montgomery has progressed through the ranks of the federal government in Washington Although a native of South Carolina, Montgomery truly D.C. and has become a successful entrepreneur. He has enjoyed his graduate school experience in the Midwest. held multiple positions in budgeting and fi nance and is “I fell in love with SIUE and its beautiful campus,” he currently the budget offi cer and senior program analyst said. And that love for the University continues today. for the Offi ce of the Chief Procurement Offi cer of the “I really believe in the saying, ‘To whom much is given, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. much is expected,’” he said. “I give back to SIUE as a Department of Homeland Security. donor because I feel it shows my appreciation for my education. I support the College of Arts and Sciences In addition to his day job, Montgomery is the co-founder and make my gifts unrestricted so that they can be most and senior managing partner of a real estate investment benefi cial for the students. fi rm, a business venture in which he partners with his wife, Pamela. Not only have they developed a successful “SIUE continues to do a great job educating people and business, they have also written two books: The Book on sending outstanding graduates out into the world. I am Investing and Creating Clients for Life. proud of SIUE.”

Montgomery credits SIUE, specifi cally his mentors, with providing the necessary skills to move forward successfully in his career. “The program director, Mark Drucker, encouraged me to really open my mind to the endless possibilities in my fi eld,” said Montgomery.

“I used my experiences from SIUE when I arrived in Washington, D.C., which has enabled me to be a valuable colleague and to ultimately advance my career.” – Dexter Montgomery, ’84

Washington, D.C.

Alumni • 11 Recognizing Research:SIUE Professor Receives CAREER Grant

Dr. Kristine Hildebrandt, associate professor in the this grant to research, document, analyze and archive Department of English Language and Literature, has four specifi c tribal languages in the Manang District of been recognized by the National Science Foundation Nepal: Manange, Gurung, Gyalsumdo and Nar-Phu. (NSF) with an Early Career Development (CAREER) Program grant. This is the fi rst time the prestigious Diverse languages in Nepal are thriving while others are CAREER grant has been awarded to a professor at SIUE. dying out. As a linguistics professor with a passion for language, Hildebrandt is interested in this phenomenon. Other awardees this year are from high profi le This summer she traveled to Nepal to begin her universities such as Carnegie Mellon, Cornell, Purdue, research, which included recording variations in speech Vanderbilt and Stanford, among others. sounds between different languages and interviewing native speakers. “Being awarded an NSF CAREER grant is signifi cant recognition for Hildebrandt’s research and for her future As an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities potential for innovative research efforts. CAREER grants Program (URCA) assistant mentor, Hildebrandt plans to are awarded to junior faculty members who integrate include undergraduate students and graduate students the teacher-scholar model,” said Sharon James McGee, in her research. According to James McGee, this project associate professor and chair of the Department of will provide students with, “an experiential learning English Language and Literature. “Hildebrandt is an opportunity under Hildebrandt’s careful mentorship.” amazing example of a teacher-scholar.” “The Department is extraordinarily proud of The fi ve-year grant is designed to help professors Hildebrandt,” said James McGee. “She is a wonderful establish themselves within their fi elds. Hildebrandt, colleague, great teacher and important scholar of along with her SIUE collaborators Dr. Shunfu Hu from endangered languages.” the Department of Geography and Dr. Jessica Krim from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, will use

“Being awarded an NSF CAREER grant is signifi cant recognition for Hildebrandt’s research and for her future potential for innovative research efforts.” – Sharon James McGee associate professor and chair

12 • Faculty/Academic Spotlights “Eckert is an extremely diligent, hard-working student who took advantage of a wonderful opportunity.” – Belinda Carstens-Wickham professor

Prestigious Scholarship Sends German Graduate Abroad

A College of Arts and Sciences alumna is visiting During her studies at SIUE, Eckert was encouraged Germany for the eighth time, thanks to the Fulbright to apply for the Fulbright Scholarship by Dr. Belinda U.S. Student Program scholarship, a competitive Carstens-Wickham, professor of foreign languages international educational exchange program for seniors and literature. Although Eckert knew the selection graduating from American colleges. The program has was competitive, she accepted the challenge and was awarded approximately 310,000 Fulbright scholarships rewarded for her efforts. for study in more than 155 countries since its inception in 1946. Kate Eckert, a 2012 graduate who earned her “The Department of Foreign Languages and Literature bachelor of arts degrees in both German and history, is is delighted Eckert has been awarded this scholarship,” the second SIUE student ever selected for this award. said Carstens-Wickham. “Eckert is an extremely Her latest travel experience started in September 2012. diligent, hard-working student who took advantage of a wonderful opportunity. She will be an outstanding Eckert’s connection with Germany began in 2006. cultural ambassador to Germany and contribute to As a high school student, she participated in a youth American-German friendship and cooperation.” exchange program sponsored by the Belleville-Paderborn Sister Cities, between her hometown of Belleville, This scholarship will allow Eckert to stay in Germany for Ill., and Paderborn, a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, nine months, where she will work as a teaching assistant Germany. It was during this trip that Eckert realized her in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. She then hopes true passion for the German culture. to apply the skills she has gained in her study abroad experiences to her possible future as a professor of When Eckert transferred into SIUE in 2010, she was German. “I would like to eventually enroll in a master’s interested in continuing her international studies. program in Germany,” said Eckert. “If I pursue a career The following year she spent almost six months in as a German teacher, I would love to lead trips and teach Heidelberg, Germany, arranged through the SIUE Offi ce of classes for a study abroad program.” International Programs.

“I was very impressed with the help I received from the study abroad offi ce as I planned my trip,” said Eckert. “The organization of the program in Heidelberg was top-notch.”

Faculty/Academic Spotlights • 13 After years of dedicated service, several faculty and staff members of Arts & Issues: CAS have retired. The list includes: Celebrating Culture Carl Bentelspacher, associate professor of social work, 11 years at SIUE and the Arts Margaret Blistain, instructor of mathematics and statistics, 7 years at SIUE Since 1985, SIUE’s Arts & Issues series has presented distinguished artists and performances to audiences in the St. Louis metropolitan Roger Boyd, assistant professor of social work, area, creating an environment in which the value of the arts is 8 years at SIUE recognized and celebrated. Dedicated to providing students, faculty, staff and the community with a wide variety of shows including Paula Caveny, offi ce support specialist in musicians, fi lm, theater, dance and authors, Arts & Issues supports music, 11 years at SIUE the academic mission of SIUE and the College of Arts and Sciences Shirley Clayton, administrative aide in the by connecting higher education with real-world experiences. CAS dean’s offi ce, 21 years at SIUE The 2011-2012 series had an impressive list of performances with Martha Erlich, associate professor in art and artists from all over the world. Legendary music icons Three Dog design, 28 years at SIUE Night kicked off the Arts & Issues series with a nearly sold-out concert. Famous for songs such as Mama Told Me (Not to Come), Joy Jerry Fahey, exhibits designer with the to the World and Shambala, Three Dog Night proved to be a huge University Museum, 22 years at SIUE success and was a feature of SIUE’s 2011 Homecoming. Dottie Gross, offi ce support specialist in chemistry, 20 years at SIUE Green Fire, the fi rst full-length, high-defi nition documentary fi lm about environmentalist Aldo Leopold was featured, with live Nancy Grover, offi ce support associate in commentary provided by Dr. Curt Meine, the fi lm’s on-screen guide. biological sciences, 26 years at SIUE A dynamic combination of fi lm and lecture, audiences were inspired by Leopold’s ideas that “the natural world is a community to which Steve Hansen, professor of historical studies, we humans belong,” 28 years at SIUE The upcoming Art & Issues 2012-2013 series could prove to be one of Marilyn Hasty, associate professor of the best yet. The schedule features poets, musicians and Grammy- mathematics and statistics, 25 years at SIUE award nominated and bestselling authors. Shirley Lodes, offi ce support specialist in mathematics and statistics, 18 years at SIUE David Sedaris, NPR humorist and The New York Times bestselling author of Me Talk Pretty One Day and When You are Engulfed in Jim McClure, associate professor of chemistry, Flames, promises to draw huge crowds to SIUE on April 16, 2013. 28 years at SIUE This event is a collaboration between Arts & Issues, the Department of English Language and Literature, and the College of Arts and Steven McCommas, professor of biological Sciences’ Spring 2013 Colloquium, “Thinking about the Book.” sciences, 26 years at SIUE La Familia Valera Miranda, a musical dynasty helping to initiate the Jay Patrick, laboratory manager in chemistry, explosion of interest in Cuba’s rural musical styles, will showcase 14 years at SIUE its musical talent during the series. The group’s musical style will Linda Perry, professor of music, 37 years at SIUE be featured on April 4, 2013, depicting a folkloric recording of Cuba’s culture. Donna Phillips, offi ce support associate in mathematics and statistics, 9 years at SIUE On May 29, 2013, Arts & Issues will partner with SIUE Xfest to present Flight, a performance focused on crossing technology, Steve Rigdon, distinguished research professor history and art to illustrate the early days of powered fl ight. An of mathematics and statistics, 26 years at SIUE edgy artistic approach will be used to display how the relationship between art and society has evolved throughout the 20th century. Kerry Shaul, associate professor of theater and dance, 36 years at SIUE For more information regarding the Arts & Issues 2012-2013 series David Sill, professor of theater and dance, and ticket sales, visit artsandissues.com. 30 years at SIUE

Diane Sol, assistant professor of theater and dance, 7 years at SIUE

David “Brett” Stamps, professor of music, 33 years at SIUE

Sherry Venturelli, offi ce support specialist in foreign languages and literature, 24 years at SIUE

14 • Faculty/Academic Spotlights Friends of the College of Arts & Sciences The College of Arts and Sciences is grateful to the following for their generous contributions. These individuals and corporations contributed funds between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012.

Mrs. Susan L Abbott (’72 ’99) Mr. Leonard F Berg Mr. Jonathan R Byron (’93) Mrs. Julie M Covlin (’93) Mr. Arno F Ellis (’76) and Mr. Ross W Abbott and Ms. Mary Manion Berg and Mrs. Sigurlina A and Mr. Michael A Covlin and Mrs. Ruth K Dr. Gillian Acheson Dr. Bette S Bergeron Thorisdottir (’94) Dr. Judith K Crane Kennerly Ellis (’77 ’80) Mr. Frederick R Adams Jr. (’72 ’74) and Dr. Donald Bergeron Dr. Aminata Cairo Mrs. Sandy E Crawford (’74 ’77) Emilio Sanchez Foundation and Mrs. Pamela J Adams Mr. Robert Bernard Mr. Patrick Callahan and Mr. William H Crawford Ms. Patricia I Emmerich (’73) Mr. Erik K Adams (’99 ’02) and Mrs. Lee Bernard Mr. Terry C Campbell (’66 ’72 ’77) Ms. Sara L Creed (’68 ’69) Ms. Betty K Ems (’77) and Mrs. Dana L Adams (’89) Mr. David L Berry (’87) and Mrs. Marsha Campbell Mrs. Sherry L Crittenden (’74 ’81) Mr. Christopher K Endres (’83) Mrs. Marcie M Adams (’00 ’10) Mr. Lee N Bertagnolli (’75) Campbell Studio Mr. Gregory M Crook (’08) and Mrs. Linda S Endres (’82) and Mr. Stephen M Adams Mrs. Karen T Beyer (’80) Mr. Joseph K Cange (’88) Mr. Thomas J Crouch (’77) Ms. Lynn A Engelman (’79) Mr. William H Adams (’75) Mr. Mark A Beyrau (’84 ’88) Dr. Kevin D Cannon Ms. Lydia J Crouthers Mrs. Nordeka English (’80) and Mrs. Deborah A Adams (’78) Dr. Olga Bezhanova Mrs. Donna M Carli (’72 ’95) Mr. Michael R Crouthers Maj. Gen. William L Enyart Jr. (’74) Ms. Barbara L Aebel (’85 ’87) Mrs. Constance A Biesemeyer (’87) Mrs. Linda R Carnes Akkari (’78) Ms. Emma N Cruthis (’89 ’91) Mr. Dennis R Epplin (’81) Alexandra’s Alteration Shop Mrs. Mary F Birdsell (’80) and Mr. Jamil A Akkari Mr. Robert C Cuca (’80) Mr. Harold F Ernst (’66) Mr. Uldis Alks (’71) and Mr. William R Birdsell Ms. Adele M Carpenter and Mrs. Rosalie A Cuca Dr. Thomas W Eson (’65 ’68 ’70) Mr. James F Allgire (’75 ’78) Mrs. Irene T Biver (’71) Dr. Beverly Carpenter Mason (’81) Mr. Jerry I Cuddy (’63) Dr. Rick L Essner Jr. and Mrs. Janice R Allgire Dr. Robert Blain Dr. T. R. Carr Curtain’s Up Theater Company Mr. Albert R Evans (’70) Alton Community Unit and Mrs. Mary F Blain Mrs. Madonna L Carton (’81) Dr. Steven C Curtis (’68) Ms. Laura A Farkas (’73) School District #11 Mrs. Tara M Blair (’03) and Mr. Pierre P Carton and Mrs. Janet L Curtis Dr. John E Farley Dr. Jill K Anderson Dr. Isaac A Blankson Dr. Robert Carver Jr. Mr. Jon W Daggett (’69) and Dr. Alice H Farley Anderson Hospital Blinds Unlimited Inc. and Mrs. Barbara J Carver and Mrs. Linda S Daggett Ms. Rachel E Farrell (’10) Mr. Grant Andree and The Boeing Company Dr. Suzanne L Cataldi Mrs. Judy A Dailey Mr. Frederick G Faust Mrs. Darla K Andree (’84) Mr. Karl E Bogle Ms. Wendy S Cauley Mr. Maurice Dailey † and Ms. Cheri L Schuler-Faust Mrs. Terri S Andrews (’91) Ms. Carol A Bogosian (’74 ’76) Mr. Martin A Cavanaugh (’94) Mr. David A Daily (’85) Mrs. Sally S Ferguson (’80) and Mr. Kerry Andrews and Mr. Lorrin L Wagner II and Mrs. Marianne L Mrs. Shirley M DalPozzo (’77) and Judge Edward Ferguson Mr. Dominic A Antonacci (’04) Ms. Marlene A Boje Cavanaugh (’81) Mrs. Fabia d’Amore-Krug (’03 ’06) Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Mr. Frederick S Appleby (’72) Mrs. Vicki L Bone (’89 ’96 ’04) Mr. Michael D Caveny (’82 ’90) Mr. Victor L Darnell (’65 ’71) Mrs. Della R Field (’93) and Mrs. Frances F Appleby Mr. Ronald M Borowski Mr. Hector M Chacon (’82) and Mrs. Nancy L Mrs. Nina J Finch (’73) Mrs. Joyce S Arment (’75) and Mrs. Francesca R Borowski and Mrs. Patricia A Foster Darnell (’68 ’75) Dr. Marvin S Finkelstein and Mr. Homer L Arment Mrs. Diane E Borowy (’93) Mr. Mac M Chamblin (’90) Mr. Don F Davis Dr. Anne F Flaherty Mr. James R Armour (’02) Mr. Robert W Bosslet Jr. Mr. Yu-Chen Chang (’75) and Ms. Mary Anna A Mr. William G Fleischman (’96) Mr. Robert H Arvin (’87) and Mrs. Alissa Bosslet Dr. Earl Changar Jackson Davis Mr. Edward D Fletcher (’94 ’01) and Mrs. Jennifer L Arvin (’87) Mr. Philip J Boston (’82) Ms. Ethel M Channon (’73) Mr. Leslie E Davis and Mrs. Kelli A Mr. Purnell S Ascough Mr. Robert W Bosworth Jr. (’79) Mrs. Judith A Chapman (’82) Mrs. Mary A Davis (’68) Fletcher (’95 ’97 ’99) AT&T Foundation Mrs. Katherine M Bouman Mrs. Edith F Chappell (’63) Mr. Michael L Davis (’11) Dr. Joaquin Florido-Berrocal Mr. Denver R Austin (’72 ’78) Ms. Evelyn M Bowles Mr. Lawrence C Charpiot (’68) Mr. William T Davison (’71) Mr. Daniel A Flynn (’75) Mr. Stephen E Avedisian Mr. Tom Boyd Mr. Michael Q Che (’89) and Mrs. Carol A and Mrs. Luisa L Flynn (’71 ’73) (’81 ’90 ’03) Dr. Ann M Boyle Mr. Joseph I Chen (’73) Davison (’71 ’91) Mr. Michael J Foland (’81) Mr. Joseph F Avellone (’09) and Dr. Kenneth G Seckler and Mrs. Fong-Jiao Chen (’74) Mr. David G Dawdy (’72) and Mrs. Cathy J Foland (’81 ’84) Dr. Ralph W Axtell Mrs. Elsa M Boysha (’83 ’85) Mr. David M Chester (’70) Dr. Linda M Dawkins (’91 ’93) Mrs. Harriet L Ford (’78) Mr. William J Aye (’03) Mr. Kim A Bozark Ms. Katharyn R Childerson (’87) Mrs. Beverly de la Bretonne (’69) and Mr. Richard Ford Mr. Timothy M Bachmann (’81) Ms. Deborah A Bozsa (’74 ’78) † Mr. Joseph W Childress (’70) Dr. Denise K DeGarmo Mrs. Mary L Forgy (’95) Ms. Victoria A Bacon (’83) Mr. Mike L Bozzello (’74 ’90) Mr. Michael A Chontofalsky (’72) Dr. Barrett A Deist (’00 ’02 ’07) Mrs. Lisa A Forsyth (’08) Mr. Mark K Bacus (’86) Mr. John G Bradford (’75 ’77) Mrs. Nelda M Christin (’74 ’80) Mr. John R DenHouter and Mr. Robert J Forsyth Mr. Douglas R Bader Mr. Richard J Bradford (’00) Ms. Nicole L Chudoba (’11) and Mrs. Marlene W DenHouter Mr. Verne S Foster (’77) and Ms. Gail Donnelly Bader and Mrs. Nancy C Bradford (’99) Ms. Joyree H Chura (’85) Mr. Patrick C Densmore (’90) and Mrs. Artanue D Fostern (’99) Dr. Dale S Bailey Mr. John R Brandenburg (’73) Mr. Douglas H Clark (’81 ’83) and Mrs. Amanda Densmore Dr. Laura E Fowler and Mrs. Marilyn T Bailey Mr. William E Branz (’81) Ms. Nancy K Clark (’73) Msgt. 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† deceased Date in parenthesis indicates year alumni graduated from SIUE. Friends • 15 Mr. Thomas D Gipe (’72) Mr. Brian D Hendricks (’91 ’97) Dr. Thomas M Jordan Mr. Michael J Lesicko (’93) Mr. Brian C McNamara and Mrs. Mary C Gipe (’78) and Mrs. Alice Hendricks Mr. Michael R Joyce (’95) and Mrs. Christine M Lesicko and Mrs. Linda McNamara Maj. Robin B Glaser (’72) Mrs. Elizabeth A Herman (’72 ’76) and Mrs. Sandra Joyce Ms. Jaclynn M Lett (’85) Col. Steven H McPherson (’84) Mr. Stuart J Glover (’90) Ms. Gay R Herron Mrs. Dee A Joyner (’71 ’73) Mrs. Bonnie L Levo (’87) Mr. Charles A Mecum (’75) Mr. Joseph S Gobin Jr. (’91) Mr. William Hettenhausen (’70) Mrs. Melissa A Joyner (’97) Mr. Eldwyn E Lewis (’65) Mr. Michael J Meehan (’73) and Mrs. Cheryl L Adolph Gobin Dr. Gary R Hicks Mr. Lyle K Judge (’62) Mr. Howard G Lewis (’79) and Mrs. Lynn B Meehan Dr. Shelly M Goebl-Parker Dr. Mark L Hildebrandt Mrs. Lisa K Juenger (’04) Dr. Faith L Liebl Mr. Paul J Meginnis II Mr. Steven Goldberg Mr. Terry T Hillig (’67) Dr. Claudia A Kachigian (’89) and Mr. Robert J Liebl Ms. Helen M Meikamp Mr. Robert S Goldsmith (’85 ’86) Mrs. Bonnie M Hindelang (’83 ’87) Mr. Tim W Kalinowski Dr. Zhi-Qing Lin Mr. Andrew S Mell Ms. Joycie R Gonzalez Mr. Terry D Hines (’81) Kaplan Test Prep Mr. Joel M Litman Mrs. Etta M Melton (’66 ’74) Mrs. Dolores A Goodwin (’75) and Mrs. Johnnie T Hines (’77) Dr. David A Kauzlarich and Mrs. Barbara Litman Maj. 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16 • Friends Date in parenthesis indicates year alumni graduated from SIUE. † deceased Mr. David Novak (’72) Mr. Michael D Reinhardt (’71 ’76) Mr. Dennis R Shackelford (’81 ’83) Ms. LaMora H Sullivan (’78) Mrs. Susanne F Webb Ms. Eileen A Nowak (’72) and Mrs. Cynthia S and Mrs. Judy A Mr. C. Otis Sweezey Dr. Joseph A Weber NRG Global Giving Reinhardt (’83) Shackelford (’83) and Mrs. Theresa M Sweezey and Mrs. Kathleen R Weber Col. Jerry L Nuby (’65) Mrs. Julie M Reitinger (’85) Ms. Melissa L Shafer (’83) Mrs. Barbara Taliana (’71 ’79) and Mrs. Connie T Nuby Mr. John J Rekowski (’75) Mr. Richard T Shamrell (’98) Ms. Audrey M Tallant Mr. Mark S Weber (’83) Ms. Barbara J Nwacha and Mrs. Carol J Rekowski (’74) Ms. Monica L Sharp (’77) and Mr. Dennis Watkins Mr. S. D. Weber Mr. Leslie C Oakes (’73) Ms. Megan M Remer (’07) Ms. Sue A Sharp (’73 ’89) Dr. Stephen E Tamari and Mrs. Kay F Siegrist and Mrs. Dale Oakes Dr. Bill A Retzlaff Mrs. Kerry J Shaul and Mrs. Sandra S Tamari Lt. Col. 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