carrollMAGAZINE WINTER 2020 carroll TABLE OF CONTENTS MAGAZINE

EDITOR Sarah Lawlor

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Erik Anderson Dan Bartleson 8 John Cech, Ph.D. Cindy Everts FEATURES Chato Hazelbaker, Ed.D. Sarah Lawlor Patty White ‘82 8 | CHANCELLOR OF CARROLL COLLEGE: BISHOP AUSTIN A. VETTER CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Montana gained a new bishop and Carroll a new chancellor DEAR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS, Richard Buswell ‘66, MD Eric Connolly for the Diocese of Helena with the November ordination of Bishop Austin A. Vetter. his has been an exciting first year and a half for me at Carroll College, and I hope Kevin League Photography that this magazine can give you a little taste of the vibrancy and growth that we Gary Marshall/Blackfoot Media Group 10 | FIRST 20 MONTHS: are feeling on campus. As I write this, spring has started to appear both in the stu- Jeff Wald REFLECTIONS FROM DR. JOHN E. CECH Tdents and on the campus. As we see more sunshine, I can also reflect on where we are as a DESIGN Dr. Cech shares insights from his first twenty college. I think heading into spring is a good metaphor for us right now. Surely there will Zackheim Creative months on the job as Carroll’s 18th president. be a few rainy days but color and growth are just around the corner. COVER PHOTO I see that in the launching of our new Accelerated Nursing program. This program is Kevin League Photography 12 | VETERAN SERVICES: designed for students who already have their bachelor’s degree but would like to earn a “Best Seat in Helena”, February 2017 SUPPORTING THOSE WHO SERVED bachelor’s in nursing and practice as a licensed registered nurse. It is our second post- Inscribed on this bench are these words: Through guidance and benefits, Carroll “I have the best seat in the house. There is baccalaureate program and will bring many new students to campus this May. We are provides an unprecedented level of support nothing that obstructs my view of the world 14 also working on our second master’s degree, the new Master of Social Work which beneath me, or the celestial world above.” to veterans and their families. will prepare students to become licensed clinical social workers. I am also pleased we —Anni Talwani launched our new Catholic Studies bachelor degree this spring (all classes were full). 14 | DR. RICHARD S. BUSWELL ’66: I also see growth in our traditional undergraduate programs, as we saw high retention HEALER AND ARTIST rates this winter and continue to recruit for fall 2020. PRESIDENT Both a respected physician and a talented photographer, We are experiencing physical growth as well as we open the new E. L. Wiegand Nursing John E. Cech, Ph.D. Dr. Rich Buswell has earned wide acclaim documenting Montana’s past through photographs. Simulation Center this spring and will complete the Perkins Call Canine Center this VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS summer. These facilities serve students in two of our largest and most in demand pro- Catherine Day grams—nursing and anthrozoology. 22 | 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT Our Annual Report recognizes the many individuals However, most importantly, I see growth in our capacity as a campus to change, adapt, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING Chato Hazelbaker, Ed.D. and businesses whose gifts to the college make a and move forward. We are continuing work on our 2020-2025 strategic plan and will transformational education possible for our students. present that to the Board of Trustees at their May board meeting. I am excited for the VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE vision that is emerging and grateful for the work of all of you as we move forward together. & ADMINISTRATION Lori Peterson ‘87 In this magazine, I’m happy to share stories of the people that continue to make Carroll VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL College great. From our veteran students to prominent alumni and friends, I hope this ADVANCEMENT gives you a glimpse of what is happening on campus. And remember, you can always stay Michael McMahon ‘04 Carroll Magazine is published for the college’s alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends by Carroll College, 1601 N. Benton Ave., ALUMNI PROFILES up-to-date by receiving my weekly updates and the Carroll Insider. Simply send me a CHAPLAIN & DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS MINISTRY Helena, MT 59625, phone 406-447-4300, fax 406-447-4533 note to [email protected] and I’ll make sure you are included. Fr. Marc Lenneman Randy Hunter ‘77 18 Located in Helena, Montana, Carroll College is a leading Catholic, CONTACT US diocesan, liberal arts, and pre-professional four-year institution. Blair Fjeseth ‘10 19 The college provides its 1,400 students an academically Blessings and Go Saints! OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Holly Perryman ‘07 20 Candace Cain ‘82 rigorous, affordable education incorporating service outreach and undergraduate research. Carroll is nationally ranked and Ray Kuntz ‘77 21 Executive Director for Planned Giving award-winning for its academic quality and outstanding programs, 406-447-4388 | [email protected] including pre-med, anthrozoology, nursing, engineering, natural Kellie Dold sciences, and mathematics. Director of Annual Giving DEPARTMENTS 406-447-4321 | [email protected] President’s Message John E. Cech, Ph.D. Renee Wall ‘87 2 President Director of Alumni Relations Around Campus 4 406-447-5169 | [email protected] Athletics 7 Alumni Focus 18 www.carroll.edu/alumni www.carroll.edu/give 406-447-4300 | 406-447-4511 (fax) 2 | carroll magazine AROUND CAMPUS AROUND CAMPUS

CARROLL STUDENTS TRAVEL THE GLOBE E. L. WIEGAND NURSING GENE AND MARY LOU MONSIGNOR JOSEPH HARRINGTON BECOMES welve students traveled to Kabale, SIMULATION CENTER MALLETTE HONORED CARROLL’S FIRST PRESIDENT EMERITUS TUganda, over the semester break to TAKES SHAPE AT SECOND ANNUAL arroll College’s Board of Trustees has granted President study global health issues with faculty ver the summer and fall of 2019, FOUNDERS GALA CEmeritus status to Monsignor Joseph Harrington ‘52, the first members Kelly Parsley and Dr. Dean Ocrews worked to complete the first n November 1, the Carroll College person in the college’s history to receive this recognition. Pavlakis. The group had the opportunity phase of a nearly $2 million renovation of Ocommunity gathered for the second Msgr. Harrington served as Carroll’s tenth president from 1969 to work in outreach clinics with Child the fourth floor of Simperman Hall into annual Founders Gala and to bestow the to 1974. Under his leadership, the college successfully navigated Family Health International. the E. L. Wiegand Nursing Simulation 2019 Carroll College Insignis Award on challenges in both enrollment and academic reorganization. Six students traveled to Colón, Mexico, Center. The center simulates a cut- Mr. Gene Mallette '71, and Mrs. Mary Lou Among his most significant achievements were the transfor- with Carroll College alumni Drs. Char ‘85 ting edge healthcare setting designed to Mallette ‘71. The Insignis Award is the mation of Carroll’s nursing program into a four-year accredited and Tim ‘85 McInnis and chemistry pro- help prepare nurses for success upon highest award conferred by the college on bachelor of science degree, the establishment and expansion of fessor Dr. Kyle Strode. This group set up graduation. an individual, couple, or family to honor pre-professional health sciences programs, and the construction a clinic to serve children from the local The center includes three simulation extraordinary generosity in time, talent, of the college’s PE Center, which replaced the original gymna- and treasure to Carroll College. “Though I had been to Japan plenty school and the Santa María del Mexicano areas that allow faculty and staff to run sium that was built in 1918. Orphanage. of times before, it was very different more than one simulation concurrently During the evening, Gene and Mary Lou Prior to his service as president, Msgr. Harrington was a long– with manikins that provide greater real- spoke of the important roles that Carroll going back as an adult and without my Carroll College’s Engineers Without standing professor of the biology department, Dean of Studies, Borders (EWB) also had two teams travel ity and complexity according to Associate College and the generosity of others have Dean of Men, and Executive Vice President. parents. I am happy to say that I was able Professor and Chair of the Nursing played in their own lives. Both gave pas- abroad over the break. Drs. Willis Weight The Butte native graduated from Carroll in 1952 after studying to immerse myself into the culture and Department Karmen Williams, MSN, sionate remarks urging others to support and Anthony Szpilka and eight Carroll biology and chemistry, and he received both his master’s degree connect with other people. It was only the students traveled to Kawango, Uganda. RN. The medication and charting sys- students at Carroll. tem in the center will simulate the same and doctoral degree in biology from the Catholic University of first official port, but I have learned a lot During the trip they implemented the America. about myself when it comes to traveling.” third phase of a project to place a solar systems used in healthcare facilities that powered pump designed to deliver water students will work in professionally. Msgr. Harrington has been associated with Carroll College as a —Jenny Tu, junior, Semester-at-Sea to an elevated storage tank system. The New interactive classrooms for small or student, faculty member, or retiree for seventy-two years, which EWB Guatemala team completed the final three walls on the second floor of the library large group work will allow a variety of is nearly sixty-five percent of Carroll’s 110 years of existence. building at the La Asunción School and assessed damage to other buildings as part of their teaching pedagogies with case studies Msgr. Harrington was officially bestowed the honor at the Found- continuing work with the Santo Tomás La Uníon community and the Diocese of Helena. and research. ers Gala held November 1. Six students were on that team led by Assistant Professor of Spanish Dr. Ryan Hallows. With the national demand for nurses Kris VanLuchene from Morrison-Maierle’s Bozeman office also participated on the trip. THE PERKINS CALL CANINE CENTER with baccalaureate degrees on the rise, Eight students left in January for semester–long study abroad opportunities in Spain, the E. L. Wiegand Nursing Simulation Ireland, England, Chile, and Semester-at-Sea. You can follow several on their travels Center will provide Carroll’s nursing fac- at www.carroll.edu/blog/carroll-students-abroad. ulty and students with innovative health- care settings and advanced technology, Applications are currently being accepted for travel abroad in summer 2020. Trips The Mallettes have established five include the pilgrimage to Italy with Father Marc Lenneman, two opportunities to study in addition to the opportunity to expand nursing education at Carroll College. endowed scholarships, and generously in France, an immersive study abroad experience in Spain, and the Oxford University provided annual scholarships as well. (Exeter College) six week summer study program. Phase I was completed with a $1 million Both Gene and Mary Lou have been long– gift from the E. L. Wiegand Foundation. standing supporters of Carroll College Phase II of the remodel includes ren- Athletics as evidenced by their schol- ovation of the Holistic Health Lab and arship funding and gifts to restore the Learning Center, offices, storage, and PE Center. In addition, the Mallettes bathrooms. The college continues to were significant benefactors of the fundraise for this important project as Hunthausen Activity Center, Nelson part of an overall healthcare initiative Stadium Fund, PE Center renovation, he new home for Carroll’s anthrozoology program—the Perkins Call Canine Center— campaign. and All Saints Chapel. is slated to be completed this summer and be fully operational by fall of 2020. Through the 2019 Founders Gala, gener- T The new Canine Center is located on the southeast side of campus, overlooking Helena’s ous supporters committed $473,204 to Centennial Park. It includes a 2,600 sq. ft. canine training room, a thirty-seat classroom, the college in support of scholarships and faculty offices, research rooms, a veterinary treatment room, canine wash rooms, and other needs. both indoor and outdoor kennels.

CC-EWB in Uganda

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FORMER PRESIDENT MATTHEW QUINN ACCELERATED NURSING FALL SPORTS WRAP-UP r. Matthew Quinn, Carroll's president from 1989-2000, PROGRAM WELCOMES FIRST t takes a rare mix of discipline, ability MEN’S SOCCER Dpassed away on January 5, 2019, at the age of 83. His time at COHORT THIS SPRING Iand maturity to succeed at Carroll The men’s soccer team just missed Carroll was marked by renewal and growth at the college, a tes- n January, the Montana Board of College. This fall, like many before it, the Cascade Collegiate Conference tament to his capable and compassionate leadership. INursing approved the new Accelerated the Fighting Saints once again achieved Conference (CCC) tournament falling to Dr. Quinn arrived at Carroll in July 1989, just as the college was Nursing program at Carroll College. The in the classroom and within the field of the University of Providence 2-1 in a tight completing repairs from the legendary train blast that occurred Accelerated Nursing program is designed competition. game, which ended the season. The men’s in February 1989. Under his tenure, the Science Building, now for students who have previously earned The fall season saw three Saints become soccer team had three players named to Simperman Hall, underwent significant changes including ren- a bachelor’s degree in another field, and CoSIDA Academic All-Americans, five the all-conference team. ovations to the "stacks" on all four floors of the east end of the wish to obtain a second bachelor’s degree become CoSIDA Academic All-District, Juniors Leo Georgiades and Paolo building that formerly housed the college's library; the addi- and become a registered nurse. two volleyball players win regional Georgiades were named United Soccer tion of the Mary Alice Fortin Science Center, which added new The intensive fifteen–month program awards, one of them earn honorable Coaches NAIA Men’s Scholar All-West. chemistry and engineering labs and the adjoining Scola gather- starts in May, and runs consecutively mention All-American status, and a foot- ing space; as well as renovations to many of the labs in the orig- through the following August. By taking ball player become honorable mention WOMEN’S SOCCER The women’s soccer team qualified inal building. Dr. Quinn also led the remodel of the dining hall advantage of lab space and clinical place- All-American. These Saints earned pres- for the CCC tournament before falling and the addition of the Campus Center to the Commons. He ments during the summer months and tigious honors, while also competing at a to Eastern Oregon University 1-0 in oversaw Carroll's partnership with the local NBC affiliate and the addition of their new on nights and weekends, Carroll College nationally-reputable level in their respec- Springfield, Oregon. The team had four building at the corner of Lyndale Avenue and Hunthausen Way. The planning for Nelson is able to train more nurses, a critical tive sports and excelling in the classroom. players named all-conference. Stadium also began during Dr. Quinn's tenure and he celebrated Carroll's first national regional employment need according to Many programs earned the right to championship for Parliamentary Debate in 1998. the Montana Hospital Association and compete in the postseason. Senior Charly Clements was named Candace Cain ‘82, Executive Director for Planned Giving, who worked with Dr. Quinn others who were involved in planning United Soccer Coaches NAIA Women’s his entire presidency, shared the following, “I believe the legacy that Matt Quinn would this new degree program. MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Scholar All-West. In addition, Clements be most proud of at Carroll are the relationships he developed and nurtured with stu- Under first-year coach Shannon Flynn, was also named a CoSIDA Academic dents, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends during his presidency. He was honored to serve freshman Jesse McMurtrey qualified All-American. as the president of Carroll and we are grateful for his many contributions to our beloved for nationals after placing 11th at the VOLLEYBALL college.” Frontier Conference Championships. Senior John Cooney also finished in the The volleyball team fought its way into top 15 at the conference championship. the semifinals of the conference tourna- ment. The team had six all-conference PASSING OF A SAINT WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY players. Freshman Reghan Worley ran to All- he Carroll community suffered an “There was a hopefulness Senior Jenna Starke was named a CoSIDA American status and the women’s team unexpected loss with the passing about Ed that we all really Academic All-American, the first volley- T placed 19th overall at the NAIA Cross of treasured longtime Carroll faculty ball player from Carroll to receive that member Ed Noonan on January 20 at need at times. I appreciated Country Championship. his unique perspective on life honor. Sophomore Lexi Mikkelsen was the age of seventy. As a central figure on Junior Kendyl Pierson earned all-con- named an NAIA All-American. For all the latest from Fighting Saints Athletics, Carroll's campus for the past thirty-four and his willingness to share ference honors and first-year head coach head over to CARROLLATHLETICS.COM or years, Ed served as resident hall direc- all aspects of his life with us. Shannon Flynn was named the Frontier MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GOLF follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. tor and student activities director, and As an advisor and teacher, the Conference Coach of the Year. The golf teams capped the fall portion taught numerous classes in Theatre, of their schedule with an 8-7 match play academic, social, and spiritual @ CARROLLCOLLEGEATHLETICS Communications, English Writing and FOOTBALL victory over rival Montana Tech. The Alpha Seminar. In addition to his time well-being of his students The first Frontier Conference poll had women finished the fall in third place, @ CCSAINTS at Carroll, he was deeply involved in the was central to his everyday Carroll College near the bottom of the while the men were fourth in the Frontier. Helena community having served on the interactions inside and out of conference, but first-year coach Troy Senior Joseph Potkonjak finished the fall @ CC_SAINTS Helena City Commission and as the exec- Purcell set a different expectation for his the classroom. Ed loved students as a Top 10 performer individually. utive director of The Myrna Loy Theatre and Carroll, but he especially team early on. The team finished 6-4, and WATCH for 15 years. Ed will not only be remem- was ranked number 25 in the final NAIA The Frontier Conference Champion- youtube.com/carrollathletics loved Carroll students.” ship takes place beginning on April 20 in bered for his wit and his poetry but also Coaches’ Poll. LISTEN —shared longtime friend and Boise, Idaho. his steadfast spiritual concern for the Ten players were named all-confer- network1sports.com/station/espnradio Carroll family. colleague, Annette Walstad, Director of the Saints Success Center, ence and junior Shane Sipes was named Academic Support & Advising. an NAIA All-American. Junior Alex Hoffman was named a CoSIDA Academic All-American.

6 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 7 close to God and said that the young are “a great gift to the Church here for my press conference, I had a wonderful tour of Carroll and the world.” College. Since then, it’s been nothing but impressive,” he said. His He was Pastor of St. Martin’s Parish in Center, N.D., that had vision for education weds spiritual and intellectual pursuits in a CARROLL COLLEGE CHANCELLOR, lacked a priest for some time. His work there included calling unifying Catholic understanding. He said, “God is one, and Truth forth energy and zeal for faith and parish life while renovating the is one in a sense. A Catholic perspective can bring and hold all church and rectory. At St. Patrick Parish in Dickinson, he again the branches of knowledge together because faith and reason go BISHOP AUSTIN A. VETTER led a church renovation and helped resurrect Catholic schools. together. They are not opposed to one another. Catholic educa- He worked in collaboration with other local parishes to restruc- tion has a wholeness to it. It’s a unifying factor.” ture the underfunded system that was facing closure. Along with serving as chancellor, he wants to connect with He was Pastor at St. Leo the Great in Minot, N.D., during a students pastorally. At Mass in All Saints Chapel on Decem- n October 8, 2019, the Vatican released the news that catastrophic flood of the Souris River that forced 12,000 fami- ber 1st, he said, “I am delighted to be with you on this beautiful Fr. Austin Anthony Vetter was to be the next Bishop lies to evacuate. The flooding jeopardized a $3.5 million renova- campus and to be part of your lives, and I’m looking forward to of the Diocese of Helena. With that appointment, he tion project at the parish. Upon learning that the building would spending time here. I want to hear your concerns and know what’s would also become the Chancellor of Carroll College. be lost if the work stopped, he found a local oil company to truck going on in your lives so that I can shepherd you in a special way.” The day of the announcement, Bishop-elect Vetter held a morning in badly needed clean water. The building was among the first in Bishop Vetter, even in his early days as Carroll’s Chancellor, Opress conference in Helena, visited and toured Carroll College Minot to be restored to full function. The parish illuminated the has taken the time to invest in Carroll. He articulated his confi- with President Cech and Msgr. Kevin O’Neill, the Administrator church spires to celebrate, and the Minot Daily News reported dence and hope in the college, saying, “Just as Carroll has pre- of the Diocese. He celebrated noon Mass at the Cathedral of St. it as a “beacon of hope for a city and its residents under siege by pared graduates in the past for great leadership roles across the Helena before returning to Bismarck, N.D., to prepare for his new nature.” country, especially here in Montana, we will continue to reach role and his ordination and installation on November 20, 2019. In his most recent assignment as Rector of Bismarck’s Holy out to be a beacon to the Northwest. It’s a wonderful challenge At his ordination, the Cathedral brimmed with Vetter’s family Spirit Cathedral, he “hung the last picture” in the newly renovated that I think we’re up to.” members, civic and diocesan representatives, and Catholic hier- parish offices before driving to Helena in October. Renovation, archy from across the United States. Two cardinals, six archbish- though not a stated priority for Vetter, is often a visible sign of a ops, and sixteen bishops filled the sanctuary. People gathered to fully engaged, vibrant, and caring community. For him, the solu- view the ordination livestream in eleven Helena Diocese par- tion to any need or problem resides in the possible. He said, “The ishes, several Bismarck Diocese parishes, the Pontifical North people have all that is needed to meet the challenges before us. American College in Rome, and All Saints Chapel at Carroll We are the ones that God has chosen for this time, and he always College. gives what’s required. Whether it’s funding or other needs, God At the time of the announcement, then-Father Vetter was provides for us, and through us.” Rector of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck, just an He taught The Spirituality of the Diocesan Priest at the hour from his childhood home. The youngest of twelve children Institute for Priestly Formation at Creighton University in raised on a 1,200-acre farm, he attended North Dakota State Uni- Omaha, Neb., directed Continuing Education for Clergy in the versity and Cardinal Muench Seminary. He went on to graduate Bismarck Diocese, and served a six-year posting as the Director from the Pontifical North American College and the University of Spiritual Formation for seminarians at the Pontifical North of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. He was ordained a priest for the American College in Rome (NAC). His time forming seminarians Diocese of Bismarck in North Dakota on June 29, 1993. at the NAC instilled a sense of fatherhood and a close connection As a newly ordained to the young men. “That sense of fatherhood was very strong. It “Just as Carroll has priest, he was Parochial would be like any father whose son would take on the same pro- prepared graduates Vicar at the Cathedral fession that they have. There’s a certain amount of pride and joy in the past for great of the Holy Spirit while in a very healthy sense.” leadership roles across teaching religion at St. Bishop Vetter has made it his priority to spend time among Mary’s High School. his new flock. He is following up introductory prayer services in the country, especially He developed a great the diocese’s six deaneries, or regions, with week-long pastoral here in Montana, we love for young people visits. With 52,000 square miles to cover, he’s also using every will continue to reach and, in his October 8th means to connect, including weekly video messages, a podcast, out to be a beacon to homily, singled out stu- and livestreams of selected Masses at the Cathedral of St. Helena. the Northwest. It’s a dents from Helena’s St. Carroll College stands out as an essential connection point. wonderful challenge Andrew Catholic School. He has visited with students, celebrated Mass, and held meetings He asked for students’ with Carroll President, Dr. John Cech and Director of Campus that I think we’re up to.” prayers because they are Ministry, Fr. Marc Lenneman. Carroll students, faculty and the —Bishop Austin A. Vetter energy of the college are a highlight for him. “When I arrived

Bishop Austin A. Vetter presents Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter of Appointment to Bishop Austin A. Vetter leads the prayer at the conclusion of his Mass of Ordination. Vetter the congregation during his Ordination Mass on Nov. 20, 2020. was ordained by Archbishop Alexander Sample of the Archdiocese of Portland (left).

8 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 9 alumni (both recent and more seasoned graduates) speak to why final semester at Carroll, we have not had as many opportunities future students should consider Carroll. to host large meals for his friend groups but we have remained FIRST 20 MONTHS One of the things I am most proud of this past year is the very engaged as President and First Lady. REFLECTIONS FROM fact that we grew our first-time freshmen from Montana by for- Each year, we have hosted the Talking Saints at our home for ty-seven percent. We created a “Montana Advantage” program the opening barbecue for the incoming forensics students. This DR. JOHN E. CECH for Montana students as well as a Montana Catholic high school is a terrific event which includes new students and their parents, room grant program which offers Montana Catholic high school as well as the more seasoned Talking Saints. We also took a team Dr. John E. Cech, whose tenure as graduates free housing for four years. When Bishop Carroll of Carroll’s mathematical modeling students to dinner during Carroll College’s 18th president began created the school 110 years ago, he did so with the goal to provide the last night of their competition. By the way, that team took on June 1, 2018, sat down with Carroll an opportunity for Montanans to receive access to Catholic and the meritorious award for their competition out of nearly 55,000 Magazine and provided some reflections high-quality higher education opportunities. teams from across the globe. Victoria enjoyed teaching three on his first twenty months on the job. semesters of Ancient Greek language classes since Fall 2018. We How is Carroll preparing for the future? have also enjoyed attending a myriad of literary presentations, athletic events, plays, choir performances, and even taking stu- Over the last academic year, Carroll engaged in the largest and dents on special hikes in the middle of the Rockies near Helena. most comprehensive review of the college in its 110-year history. What about Carroll stands out for you? students this past November, I asked the question, “Is Carroll rigorous?” One of the three students responded with, “Is it rig- This effort involved over 200 faculty and staff and resulted in Tell us about your vision for the future of Carroll. s you may know, my first connections to Carroll orous? Yes!” Another exclaimed, “But that is why we are here— some decisions for budget reductions, efficiencies, innovations, were through my son Isaiah’s decision to attend to be challenged in every way.” The third student chimed in and and seventeen recommendations for ensuring the college’s Five years from today, I would like Carroll’s regional repu- Carroll some two years prior to my application said he was the class valedictorian at his high school and felt very success over its next 110 years. tation to expand to a national level. We are key not only for the as president. It was through his engagement with challenged at Carroll and appreciated the opportunity to engage One of the recommendations is to grow the college’s presence future of Montana, the northern Rockies, and Pacific Northwest Carroll that I began to get to know faculty, staff, coaches, and his in research with faculty members. My lunchmates agreed that in graduate programming. In 2018, we launched our first graduate but also for the future of America. The number of colleges in exis- Aclassmates. When I reflect on it—three things stood out from they likely would not have the opportunities they have to get to program with a master’s degree in accountancy. This program, tence in America which provide the rich combination of liberal Isaiah’s years at Carroll: community, faith, and rigor. As I close in know and work so closely with their faculty at a larger institution. which is mostly online, has been highly successful. We are now arts, faith, and community that Carroll does are few and far on my second year as president, these three attributes remain at I am sure this is one of the reasons we have been named the #1 working very closely on three other graduate and post-baccalau- between. the top of my list. regional college in the western fifteen states for nine consecutive reate programs including: Accelerated Nursing, Master of Social Our graduates are truly making a difference in their commu- Since becoming president, there has not been a day which years—and by the way, no other regional college in the west has Work (Licensed Clinical Social Work), and a Doctor of Nursing nities and it shows. We are in contact with approximately 16,000 has gone by that I have not marveled at either our current stu- ever maintained this designation for nine consecutive years! Practice. Each of these programs build on Carroll’s incredible of our alumni. One of my goals is to increase our outreach and dents or recent graduates. There is something about Carroll successes in the health sciences and nursing. To support our engagement with those alumni. No one can better advocate for which helps form our students to become more than our future Higher education across the nation is current and planned programs, we opened our new state-of-the- the college than our alumni who can speak firsthand about the doctors, nurses, biologists, teachers, computer scientists, histo- going through changes right now. How has art nursing training center and simulation lab this February. This impact Carroll has had on their lives. It is through our alumni new addition is the most sophisticated nursing simulation facil- and friends of the college that we can grow not only our enroll- rians, sociologists, or veterinarians. Our students are committed Carroll embraced these challenges? to their local communities where they live, their country, and the ity in Montana. ment, but also our endowment, which will be central for ensur- world. When I interviewed for the position at Carroll, I pointed out This past semester, we began a campus-wide effort in stra- ing Carroll is accessible and affordable for future generations of Carroll is one of the nine diocesan Catholic colleges in the that there were many factors impacting all of higher education tegic planning for the next five to ten years at the college. This students. nation. For me, our mission-centered values describe the essence across the region and the country. One major factor has been low initiative has focused on our vision for the future as well as our In addition, our alumni can open new doors for partnerships of a Carroll experience which “provides a learning and living envi- birthrates and an aging population over the past twenty years. In key pillars and strategies for growing the college. This plan will with industry, business, academics, and healthcare. Our alumni ronment where faith, reason, and free inquiry aid the search for Montana alone, there are 1,000 fewer high school students grad- be completed and presented to the Board of Trustees at the May can open new doors and make contacts for new prospective truth in order to cultivate enlightenment, a professional calling, uating this year than there were ten years ago. This means that meeting. I will be reaching out to alumni, donors, and friends of students who will benefit from a Carroll College education and spiritual inquiry, and a commitment to the common good.” My colleges such as Carroll must be able to articulate what makes us the college to seek their input. faith-enriched experience. wife Victoria and I have greatly enjoyed being a part of the Carroll different—why should students choose us? Part of that answer I Finally, we have an incredible strength in our identity as a faith community including Sunday night mass, engaging with have provided in the first question in this interview. We know you used to host meals for your diocesan Catholic college. I am looking forward to working with students who are on search, or being involved with other areas Over the past year, we have engaged technology to a different son’s friends on the football team when your our new Bishop of Helena, Austin Anthony Vetter, to grow and of campus ministry. One of the highlights for me since becoming level to reach new students. Terms which were foreign to me a son was a student. In what ways do you stay build our partnership and relationship with every parish here in the Helena Diocese as well as across the country with other president was the ability to participate in the Rome/Assisi pil- few years ago are now a part of my daily lexicon. My vocabulary connected to our students currently? grimage trip this past May. The opportunity to share this expe- now includes phrases such as Google analytics, digital market- Catholic dioceses and parishes within those dioceses. rience with twenty-nine of Carroll’s students was life-changing ing, and student enrollment management systems, in addition to Isaiah’s freshman year at Carroll was a wonderful time. He The future is so very bright here at Carroll. I look forward to say the least. Father Marc Lenneman did an incredible job what now seem like old-school methods of engagement including was living in Guadalupe Hall and occasionally we would invite to working with an incredibly talented senior leadership team, of opening up experiences for us that few other pilgrims would Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. However, while these outreach him and his friends over for Sunday dinner. I loved those days as faculty, and staff to make it happen! experience. strategies are all important, the key means of reaching new and we would cook taco meat by the pound. Now that Isaiah is in his This past autumn, I began having lunch with students once prospective students in my opinion remains word of mouth and or twice a week in the CUBE. While dining with one group of references from other students. The successes of our incredible

10 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 11 VETERAN SERVICES IN THEIR OWN WORDS SUPPORTING THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED We reached out to several students utilizing the Yellow Ribbon Program through Carroll to hear about their experiences. Here are The program also provides funding for tuition and other edu- some highlights “in their own words.” cational costs through the Yellow Ribbon program, established by the Post 9/11 GI-Bill®, making higher education more attainable for veterans who have served after 2001, as well as their depen- RON KOONTZ dents. At Carroll, the program covers the fees above the state Junior from Helena, Montana; majoring in biology (pre-med) with a chemistry minor tuition costs, which are shared by the school and the Veterans Administration. “Through my travels while in the Navy, I realized most people never have an opportunity to receive a quality edu- Brandy’s personal attention with each student helps to make cation, how valuable it is, and was in turn, inspired to pursue my education when I got home. I started at Helena the experience for veterans and their families one that isn’t found College, studying psychology with the goal of eventually transferring to Carroll. The exploration of the mind led on many campuses. The program offers support with transcripts, to my interest in neuroscience and I decided to take a more in-depth look at science and pursue biology. I will be building an academic plan to meet their goals, course registra- applying to medical school with the goal of serving veterans and focusing on psychiatry.” tion, and one-on-one academic advising. Each step is individual- ized and tailored to that person’s experience. In addition, Brandy’s connections with others who provide ELIZABETH DEMMONS services to veterans in the Helena community help her to iden- Senior from Butte, Montana; majoring in sociology with a psychology minor tify resources the student may need outside of academics, par- ticularly for their mental and physical health and wellness “I retired from the Air Force after twenty-four years of service at the age of forty-three. What sustained and needs. Brandy works closely with the Veterans Administration, inspired me throughout my military years was my desire to help others. My desire to pursue my passion led me United Way, Volunteers to Carroll. I reached out to the Office of Veteran Services and expressed my interest in counseling. Brandy Keely “I am really passionate of America, AARP, and encouraged me to explore a sociology degree. Ms. Keely’s hands-on approach and involvement on an individual about giving back to the Montana National level made it easy to transition back into higher education. Within two weeks of contacting her, I was sitting in veterans because I Guard, coordinating with a classroom and starting a new adventure.” esignated as a “Military Friendly” school and ranked understand the sacrifices them to serve the person as a whole rather than #1 by U.S. News and World Report as the best regional they have made for us. I TERRY CHINEN school for veterans in the West for the past five years, just tending to their edu- Class of 2019 graduate from Heppner, Oregon; majored in English writing get to watch people grow cational needs. “We serve Carroll is home to veterans and their families, provid- during their time here “I am a disabled veteran and when I got back from Iraq I also found myself a single father of an eleven-month-old ing the support and resources needed to address the veterans and their fam- and see them achieve ilies at each step of the little girl. As part of my recovery and rehabilitation, I started taking online classes and when I was ready to step unique academic, financial, and social needs of students transi- foot into the classroom, I chose Carroll. I have to give great credit to Brandy Keely. She reached out and contacted Dtioning from combat to campus. a goal that they didn’t process, from consider- me in Washington and kept in touch with me throughout the whole process. The transition was very smooth and Carroll’s program is a good fit for so many because of the size think was possible.” ing the idea of higher edu- cation to completion of simple. My daughter is now fourteen and, as I receive my degree, I am confident that she will follow in my foot- of the institution, the level of support offered by the college’s —Brandy Keely steps and continually move forward in positive directions.” Veteran Services Office, and the full benefits provided through their degree and finding the Yellow Ribbon Program. At the center of its success is the employment. There are so many resources that are available to veterans that it can become overwhelming for them to navigate director of the program, Brandy Keely, who has overseen the TALYA VAIRA program since its inception in 2012 by then Vice President of all the different processes. We are happy to assist and are always Class of 2019 graduate from Great Falls, Montana; majored in chemistry and biochemistry/molecular biology with a biology minor Academic Affairs, Dr. Paula McNutt. eager to learn how we can better help them along their path to graduation,” said Brandy. “Carroll’s excellent science program, competitive soccer team, small class sizes, and the Yellow Ribbon Program “The expansion of the GI bill in 2009 was accompanied by made it all too easy for me to say ‘yes’ to being a Saint. Generous private and school scholarships, in tandem with growth in the veteran population, both those wanting to con- When summarizing her work, Brandy shared, “I am really passionate about giving back to veterans because I understand the Yellow Ribbon Program covering my tuition and fees, made it possible for me to get a great education, with tinue their own education and those whose children are eligible limited debt. I hope to give back by sharing my knowledge and new skills I have gained from Carroll College for their education benefits,” stated Brandy. “Today, an average of the sacrifices they have made for us. I get to watch people grow during their time here and see them achieve a goal that they faculty, friends, and peers. As I start a new adventure pursuing my Ph.D. as a chemist this coming fall, I will fifty students a year receive some type of benefit through Carroll’s always be grateful for the experiences, memories, and education I received as a Fighting Saint.” Veteran Services program.” didn’t think was possible.”

12 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 13 DR. RICHARD S. BUSWELL ’66 HEALER AND ARTIST—A BLENDED LIFE

ust as one would hope life. In fact, the only regret he expressed was that he wished he’d for in their physician, had four, five or six years at Carroll and had time to appreciate his Dr. Richard S. Buswell is experience more while he was there. With his nose to the prover- deliberate, disciplined bial grindstone, he may have attended one football game and a and patient; qualities he dance or two, but most of his time was spent deep in his studies. has honed over a thir- Buswell went on to earn his medical degree from the ty-seven-year career as a University of Oregon Medical School (later renamed Oregon board-certified allergist and immunolo- Health Sciences University) in Portland in 1970. A year later, Jgist. But these qualities don’t just apply he purchased his first camera, the Nikkormat, and began taking to his vocation in medicine, it is how he photographs of Montana ghost towns, mining camps, and home- approaches his avocation as well—that of steads. In 1974 he married Sue Ann Vinkovich, and the couple photography. would have three children: Erica, Stephanie, and Timothy. Richard Buswell isn’t your run-of- Once an aspiring neurosurgeon, the precision needed for that the-mill contemporary photographer. He specialty translates to the preci- brings an intentionality and patience to sion he employs in his art. While “Having been in the art of photography rarely seen these fascinated by the science of neu- solo practice for 37 days. In addition to a successful private rosurgery after a four-month years, on call around practice in allergy, asthma and immu- stint at McGill University in the clock, when nology in Helena, Mont., he has achieved Montreal, Buswell was disillu- international success as a photographer sioned by the thirty-six-hour the weekends roll specializing in artifacts of Montana shifts and the complete devo- around, I disappear frontier life. But what makes Buswell’s tion to the career the position into the mountains photography particularly unique is that required. Understanding the and get my batteries his tools of the trade are two 35mm need for a more balanced life, recharged.” Nikkormat cameras, purchased in 1971. he left that lifestyle behind to —Dr. Richard S. Buswell The sturdy Nikkormats have been pursue a career where he was Buswell’s first and only cameras, in a pho- more in control of his time. tography career that has spanned nearly While Buswell would say that he was blessed to have chosen 50 years. medicine as a career and was very fulfilled in his role as a phy- Dr. Richard Buswell is a fourth gen- sician, photography was very integral to his life as well, albeit in eration Montanan born in Helena on a different manner. “Medicine is the very best profession in the January 24, 1945, to Howard and Agatha world. I wouldn’t have changed a thing or made a different choice. Buswell. He graduated from Helena However, photography is my therapy,” said Buswell. “Having been High School in 1963, publishing some in solo practice for thirty-seven years, on call around the clock, of his early photographs in The Nugget, when the weekends roll around, I disappear into the mountains the Helena High School newspaper. and get my batteries recharged.” Between 1963 and 1966, he attended When asked about the similarities between medicine and Carroll College, graduating magna cum photography, Buswell said, “There is an art to both. There is the laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree science, the business and the art of medicine. It is a nice blend in Biology. Unabashedly in love with and one thing I’ve always felt strongly about is if you do one, you Carroll, Buswell calls his three years at can do the other. Artistic expression, as well as medicine, makes a the college the most transformative of his difference in people’s lives.”

(clockwise): Bone Series No. 2, 2009; Thistle No. 2, 2017; Chair Back No. 2, 2016

14 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 15 Buswell’s photographs are not just a reflection of what is being new, the camera remains nestled in his backpack. Dormant for photographed—as often photographs are—but they are, in their yet another trip. “One thing I look for in my photography is taking ies to Carroll run deep for the very process of creation, intended to be artifacts of their own— a photo of something that hasn’t been captured before—looking BUSWELL BY THE NUMBERS Buswells as Sue Buswell was created and designed to last the test of time. Archival paper, for the character of the place. I spend a lot of time just looking and a member of Carroll’s nursing selenium toned, gelatin silver prints—all factors which contrib- very little time photographing,” said Buswell. 50 YEARS photographing Montana ghost towns and homesteads Tfaculty for seventeen years and ute to the longevity of the art. Buswell’s commitment to manual While we live in world of “I have lived a very daughter Stephanie Burkholder is cameras, black and white film, and the darkroom development digital photography, where we can 233 MUSEUMS have his photographs in their permanent currently an assistant professor in process is not so much a stubborn insistence of not giving in to full life—medicine, shoot thirty frames in a second, collections (including the Smithsonian American Art the nursing department. Richard change but rather a comfort and understanding he has with his photography, family Buswell is steadfastly committed Museum; Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Corcoran Gallery Buswell’s father also audited classes methods. He has found what works for him and has stuck with it and friends—and for to his discipline. In addition to of Art; Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University.) at Carroll in his later years. with the precision of a surgeon. that I am grateful.” his Nikkormats, he works with a His photography is pure and stark and demands attention. standard 50mm lens, a wide-an- 458 PHOTOGRAPHS purchased by Yale As a testament to their affec- —Dr. Richard S. Buswell tion and high regard for Carroll, the You have to study it to understand what you are looking at. It gle 24mm lens, a macro lens for University’s Collection of Western Americana Buswells have established both the requires introspection. Just like the process undertaken to extreme close-ups and a zoom lens. He prefers fine-grained black Dr. Richard S. and Sue A. Buswell Endowed Scholarship create the photograph, you too must pause and take time to fully and white film, sets up a tripod for every shot, and uses a hand- 331 museum-level group exhibitions as well as the Sue A. Buswell Endowed Professorship in appreciate the image. Buswell’s photography invites you to take a held light meter. One photo may take an hour or two to compose. (including Denver Art Museum and Seattle Art Museum) Nursing. The scholarship, created in 2012, is intended for a closer look and create a story in your own mind of who once occu- His equipment is an extension of himself. He knows where every- Carroll student majoring in nursing who has demonstrated pied these spaces and handled these items—who once hung the thing is. Part of the aesthetic of his photography is that nothing 5 PUBLISHED BOOKS on photography strong academic promise and exemplifies the quality and muslin to the walls or opened the tattered curtain to let the sun’s makes the decision for him, “When you have to do everything (6th book, Richard S. Buswell: Fifty Years of character of a student enrolled at Carroll. rays warm the inside of a chilled cabin in winter. Over time his manually—it makes you think. If I do it right, it’s my doing, if not, Photography to be released in November, 2020) Sue is extremely proud of the Nursing department photographs have focused more closely on the objects becoming it’s my doing,” said Buswell. and its long tenure of preparing outstanding nurses, and more intimate and abstract. No longer do you see the setting or There are certainly numerous things that Dr. Richard Buswell 48 solo museum-level exhibitions is honored to have the professorship, established in 2015, the landscape but rather the intricacies of the subject. Often you has done right, not the least of which has been his lifetime dedi- (including Frye Art Museum in Seattle and the carry her name. don’t even know what you are looking at. But it draws you in and cation to healing and art. He knows he has been fortunate in what International Photography Hall of Fame in St. Louis) “We are honored to establish the Sue A. Buswell you study the shapes and the forms and the play of light, guess- he has chosen do and who he has chosen to do it with, “I have lived Endowed Professorship in Nursing at Carroll College as a ing what you are looking at until your eyes concede to reading the a very full life—medicine, photography, family and friends—and 42 LBS.weight of backpack in which he carries two contribution to the viability, transformation, and sustain- accompanying caption. for that I am grateful.” camera bodies, four lenses, three tripods, food and water ability of the nursing profession. These funds will be uti- While his style of photography has changed over time, lized to support faculty scholarship and research in health his genre never has. His subject has always been the relics of 20 maximum number of negatives exposed per year prevention and promotion and the recruitment and reten- Montana’s past. Buswell credits his parents with helping him tion of highly-qualified nursing faculty.” absorb and appreciate the rich history of Montana. In his youth, 3 international museums acquired his work the three spent many weekends exploring abandoned mining (Scotland, England and France) towns and homesteads in western Montana. During his teenage years, he and his father would spend many hours traveling the 1 “Treasured Montana Artist” designation by the backroads of Montana together. “My father was a great amateur Montana Secretary of State’s office in 2011 historian and read a lot,” said Buswell. “While I was driving the Jeep, he would talk and talk and talk.” Buswell also has an exten- 1 PBS Documentary “What They Left Behind” sive library of Montana history books and keeps a detailed master list of places he’s been to, the time of year and how much of the area has been explored. He is meticulous in his planning and while he doesn’t eschew company, he prefers to go alone so as not to “feel the social pres- sure to move along.” Seeking out abandoned homesteads and remote ghost towns, Buswell largely photographs artifacts that reflect the personality of the occupants—from a hand of playing cards fanned out on a dusty table, to the splintered wooden keys of a piano. His work is a lesson in patience. He may revisit a particular spot two or three times to capture the perfect lighting. He may traipse miles into the backcountry to a remote outpost but if nothing captures his attention, if his eye doesn’t see something

Piano Keys, 2014 Skull Tree, 2010

16 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 17 ALUMNI FOCUS ALUMNI FOCUS

Carroll College’s Alumni Awards are presented annually during Homecoming weekend. To learn more about the awards, view previous recipients or submit nominations, visit www.carroll.edu/alumni/awards. Carroll's 2019 Alumni Award recipients will be featured in the summer 2020 Carroll Magazine. RANDY HUNTER ’77 BLAIR FJESETH ’10

eterinarian, bovine research sci- Having skated through high school, for Ranch Management Symposium, he first time 2018 Young Alumni Cashmere, Washington, where she entist, stocker cattle producer, Hunter figured he’d skate through Hunter demonstrates practical concepts Award recipient Blair (Parker) attended high school. V and methods that attendees are later able T and international leader in the emerging college, too. After earning a slew of Cs Fjeseth ’10 saw Montana was the day her Carroll provided a home where she to share with their coworkers. arena of low-stress cattle handling tech- on his first midterms and contemplating mother dropped her off for her freshman “felt safe and secure all the time.” For niques, Randy Hunter ’77, DVM is the Fr. Sullivan’s wise counsel—“Go big or go “Cows are consistent as hell,” he says. year at Carroll College in fall 2006. She example, if she didn’t go to class, an hour 2018 recipient of the Alumni Academic home!”—he decided to re-think this plan. “It’s about teaching the people.” loved the state and the school from the or so later, a professor—Charlotte Jones, Achievement Award and, according to From then on, he had a rule—never miss a start, served as student body president Brent Northup, Doreen Kutufam, or nominator Ray Kuntz ’77, the first recipi- class—and he earned a 4.0 that year. Hunter’s goal is to make life better for and in other leadership roles, and gradu- people and cattle across the industry. The Julie Benson-Rosston—would be knock- ent to show up for the award ceremony in A graduate of Colorado State University’s ated in 2010 with a degree in communica- ing on her door and calling out, “Are you a cowboy hat. overall aim of his low-stress handling tion studies and public relations. College of Veterinary Medicine, Hunter techniques is to direct cattle without OK?” Patrick Harris reached out through Raised in Butte, Hunter is the grandson of is a consultant for Veterinary Research forcing or frightening them—much like During the past nine years, Fjeseth has an Irish immigrant who came to Butte to & Consulting Services, helping to develop the way airlines direct the boarding held positions most would consider Carroll provided a home work the mines and later told his grand- management strategies for clients who process. As Hunter notes, “There’s no career capstones, such as Deputy Secre- where she “felt safe and children to save half of everything they handle up to 2.5 million cattle per year. tary of State/Director of Communi- airline in the world that says, ‘Hurry up secure all the time.” Blair with husband Andy and children Nell, Sven and Olan. earned so they could go to college. As a Additionally, he owns Hunter Cattle Co., and get your fat **** on the plane!” cations for the Montana Secretary of teenager pouring concrete for Bechtel grazing several thousand stocker cattle State, Director of Communications for MySpace before she even arrived and Corp., Hunter saved a lot, but when asked per year on his extensive ranch and Hunter and his beautiful wife of 41 years, the Montana University System and, got her involved in student government. where he wanted to go to college his reply leased properties and selling them as Mary Kay (McGuire) Hunter ’78, are currently, Vice President of Government Upper division students who had replied UPCOMING EVENTS was, “Hell, I don’t know.” Bill Wilson ’73 yearlings. Hunter’s research on histoph- fifth generation co-owners of the Cooney and Public Relations for the Montana warmly through MySpace to Fjeseth’s suggested Carroll and Hunter, a member ilus somni (bovine respiratory disease) Hills Ranch and several other contiguous Health Co-op. early inquiries about Carroll greeted her SURF APRIL 24, 2020 of the first generation of his family to go to and its effects on heart and brain micro- ranches, including the Two Bar Ranch, upon arrival. Born in Anchorage, Alaska, and adopted The Student Undergraduate Research Festival college, decided this was a good idea. He vascular endothelial cells is published in in Wheatland, Wyoming. They met at as a baby, Fjeseth was raised to put And, on the first day of class, Fjeseth (SURF) is an annual celebration of Carroll didn’t realize you had to apply—he thought peer-reviewed academic journals such as Carroll when Mary Kay was a freshman others first. Advocacy for others, as well met her future husband, Andy, in Basic College students’ research. Entering its ninth it was like going to a rodeo and you just Veterinary Pathology. and married in the summer following her as her genuine good cheer, communica- Communications. Five years later, Blair year, SURF highlights the diversity of student- showed up—but Fr. Harrington, a friend graduation. A Carroll College education, A presenter at national and international tion skills, and personal charisma, are no and Andy Fjeseth ’10, now a communica- driven, inquiry-oriented research being of Hunter’s mother, set him straight. Hunter says, was the best investment he forums such as the King Ranch Institute ever made—because he found his wife doubt a large part of the reason for career tions officer at the Montana Department undertaken in a variety of disciplines at Carroll. here. successes achieved in warp speed. of Agriculture, were married in the St. Fjeseth, though, credits Carroll College Charles chapel, one floor above the class- COMMENCEMENT as being the launchpad that made her room where they met. “He’s a rock,” she MAY 9, 2020 Join us as we celebrate Carroll College’s career possible. The opening sentence says, “A kind, kind human being.” graduating class of 2020. of her award acceptance speech was, On weekends, the couple often drive “When I first came to Carroll, I was lost.” their three young children—Sven, Olan, As a child, she had moved around a lot, and Nell—through the Carroll campus PURPLE & GOLD JUBILEE REUNION and those early years were colored by her and say, “Look! This is where you’ll go to CLASSES OF 1950, 1960 & 1970 MAY 8-9, 2020 father’s almost-fatal bout with kidney college!” Join your former classmates on failure, the death of her sister, killed “And they’re so excited,” Fjeseth says. campus and take part in Carroll’s 2020 by a drunk driver, her parents’ divorce, “They can’t wait!” commencement weekend festivities. and, finally, a move with her mom to HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2020 Randy and Mary Kay Hunter Mark your calendars for three days full of fun and festivities on campus. It’s a great time to reconnect with old friends and classmates, and also visit with | | 18 carroll magazine your student and see how theycarroll.edu are enjoying Carroll. 19 ALUMNI FOCUS ALUMNI FOCUS

HOLLY PERRYMAN ‘07 RAY KUNTZ ‘77

s a student of mathematics, some- her dreams of becoming a marine biolo- not have gone to the places I have gone program knew of Holly’s lifelong interest It was a circuitous road but ultimately r. Ray Kuntz Awhere along the line, you learn gist. Choosing to double major in two rig- without the knowledge I gained while in marine biology and sent her an appli- Holly ended in the place she was orig- M'77 was pre- that the shortest distance between two orous disciplines proved too challenging at Carroll. Moreover, I would not have cation for a postdoc position as a marine inally drawn to—the ocean—the once sented with the points is not always a straight line. The for Holly at the time. Although “heartbro- gone down this path if it was not for my ecosystem modeler in Seattle. Initially mysteriously unfamiliar becoming capti- 2018 Carroll College mathematician will learn this in a geom- ken” with the decision to forgo biology, advisor, Dr. Holly Zullo. She encouraged reluctant to apply for a postdoc posi- vatingly familiar. Insignis Award at the etry class but oftentimes this concept with a revived focus she received her me to pursue a graduate education in eco- tion with only a master’s degree, Holly When asked if she had any advice for stu- first annual Founders becomes a reality when we travel the degree in mathematics with a concentra- logical modeling and even recommended was again guided and encouraged by an dents with dreams of pursuing marine Gala on November roads of life. Carroll alumna Holly tion in computer science in 2007. Humboldt State.” advisor to take a chance. She applied but biology or another “non-traditional” 2, 2018. Over the Perryman ‘07 started on her path in While at Carroll, in addition to being The autumn following her graduation rather than heading to Seattle, her appli- career, Holly offered this, “You never past nine years, Ray Livingston, Mont., and through the twists mentored by various professors in the from Carroll, Holly moved to Arcata, cation was forwarded to the University know what is going to happen; trust has helped to trans- and turns of fate, she now finds herself math and computer science departments, Calif., to begin a Master of Science of Miami’s Marine Biology and Fisheries that your degree will open the doors you form Carroll College working as a post-doctoral researcher her advisor, Dr. Holly Zullo, understood program for Environmental Systems Department. There, two professors need. Talk to your advisors and mentors through his generos- at the Institute for Marine Research in how much Holly cared about the environ- Mathematical Modeling at Humboldt were looking to bring in a PhD student about your goals and aspirations. They ity and leadership. He Bergen, Norway. ment and her desire to make a difference. State University. “I was really nervous to help build a marine ecosystem model want you to be happy and succeed, and has been an ardent supporter of student Curious about how a Montana girl ends up Knowing that furthering her education about moving away from Montana, but of the Gulf of Mexico. This was just fol- to help you. Be open to the paths you scholarships and since 2016, he has pro- building marine ecosystem models that was the path to following that dream, Dr. my friends and family provided me with lowing the Deepwater Horizon oil spill may need to take to achieve those goals. vided scholarship support to 188 students cover the Norwegian and Barents Seas, Zullo challenged Holly to consider grad- so much strength, love and encourage- disaster in 2010. They reached out to I was really scared to move to California from Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, we reached out to Holly who graciously uate school. “My mathematics degree ment,” shared Holly. Holly and flew her to Miami, Fla., to visit to start a master’s program because I Ohio, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming shared her journey with us. “Growing up from Carroll College set the foundation the Rosenstiel School of Marine and loved Montana and did not want to con- for a total of $555,000. For her master’s dissertation, Holly tried Atmospheric Science. Soon, she found I was always fascinated with the ocean for my career in marine research. I would to pursue a project in marine biology— tinue going to school. But that was one Ray’s unprecedented financial support because it was so unfamiliar. I had never herself having excited conversations of the best decisions I ever made. That to build two new campus apartments attempting to bring that possibility back with future mentors about model devel- seen it or touched it. I was curious about into her future, but it didn’t work out. She was the next step to doing the things I not only provides housing options for it and wanted to learn more. I enjoyed “My mathematics degree opment and potential applications. Holly wanted to do. It was difficult, but I would our students to live independently on was disappointed but that was quickly found it hard to wrap her mind around reading about how new species were dis- set the foundation for my replaced by her excitement for the project not take it back for anything. And, never campus, but the revenue from these two covered all the time—it was mysterious the idea that the goal she had for marine say never. Cheesy I know, but it is really apartments is being directed to support career in marine research. she did line up: developing a mathemati- biology was actually before her. She never and I loved it.” I would not have gone to cal model of a wildland fire. “Wildfires can true. I thought the path to marine biology student scholarships. intended pursuing her PhD and was hesi- was lost and gone forever but it wasn’t— Holly’s aunt, Margaret Perryman, a ‘69 the places I have gone be devastating to many different regions, In addition, he faithfully and tirelessly tant to start another graduate program so it was only on pause. I never thought it Carroll graduate and former trustee of without the knowledge I including my home state of Montana, so far from home, but the path merging her served on the Board of Trustees from the college, encouraged Holly to attend I was excited to learn about how to use would circle back into my life as a possi- 2010-2018 and was instrumental in the gained while at Carroll. childhood love of marine biology and her bility, but it did. Life is full of surprises, Carroll College. Holly began taking mathematics to help inform wildland skills in math was finally in front of her. twenty million dollar Mind Body Spirit classes in biology and math in pursuit of —Holly Perryman management. A master’s program was and a bachelor’s degree is much more Campaign as well as many other import- challenging on many levels, but it was Holly’s years of work on an ecosystem flexible than it may seem. I mean, look at ant initiatives at the college during his one of the best decisions I made. I built model of the Gulf of Mexico eventu- me, I have a BA in mathematics and that time on the Board. ally lead to an opportunity to work with took me down the road to getting a PhD in my education, grew as a researcher and When learning of the award, Ray shared, educator, and ultimately, published my an ecosystem model of the Norwegian marine biology and fisheries.” and Barents Seas. She is now two and a "I am greatly honored by this award but first research article,” said Holly. “While more importantly, I hope that I can help Carroll College provided the foundation half years into a four-year postdoctoral research position with the Institute for motivate others to fund additional schol- to my education, Humboldt State steered arships so that many more students will me towards ecosystem modeling.” Marine Research in Bergen, Norway, where she continues to blend her mathe- have the ability to attend Carroll." After completing her master’s degree matical skill sets with her understanding in California, Holly was ready to take a of marine ecosystems. break from the demands of education but as was fate, her path took another curve. Her advisor from her master’s Holly Perryman ‘07 with fellow Carroll alum Mariel Ott ‘07 on a fjord tour outside Bergen, Norway, in March 2018.

20 | carroll magazine carroll.edu | 21 MESSAGE FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT EVERY GIFT MATTERS. ince returning to my alma mater to serve as the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, this truth has been reinforced in countless ways. As we Sintroduce this year’s annual report, it is a theme we pray you will help us to share. Thanks to your generosity, in fiscal year 2019 donors to Carroll College funded 836 students with $2,550,264 in scholarships. Perhaps you know someone who has said to you that their contribution is not worth making, since it might not be a “significant” gift. Nothing could be further from the truth. In the Office of Institutional Advancement, we are deepening our efforts to ensure that every supporter knows their gift makes an impact. We hope that some of the stories and people highlighted in the previous pages help us make that point. Behind each of their stories there were donors, prayer supporters, and others who contributed to the suc- cesses we celebrate. Thankfully, so many generous donors support Carroll every year that printing the full list in this year’s annual report is simply not practical. Yet to ensure that every donor is recognized for their generosity, a full list of every single donor can be found online at carroll.edu/annualreport. In this report you will find that we have highlighted a few lists of donors that bear special significance. One is our Grateful Saints, who represent the graduating seniors who offered their first gift back to Carroll College. Nothing gives us greater joy than to see our current students give back. We felt that you deserve to know those students and to share in our joy. Additionally, you will find a listing of our Legacy Society, which lists those generous benefactors who have conveyed to us that we are included in their estate intentions. One of the most important gifts anyone can offer Carroll is a planned gift, and we know that you will share our gratitude to those who have informed us of their intentions. Please contact me if you would like to know more about estates and planned giving. You will also find a selection of our 1909 Society, which documents the most generous lifetime givers in our history. Such extravagant support merits particular recognition, and the entire Carroll community is grateful to these philanthropists. Also listed are our St. Charles Borromeo Guild donors who have reached the leadership level of annual giving. These annual Guild gifts, as well as support to the IMPACT Annual Fund, provide unrestricted support for Carroll’s mission. The future of Carroll College depends on our continued commitment to our mission. We depend on the continued faithful support of our alumni and friends, including your prayers and your contributions. Thank you for your support. 2018-2019 Please enjoy this year’s annual report.

Michael McMahon ‘04 Vice President for Institutional Advancement annual22 | carroll magazine report carroll.edu | 23 CARROLL COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES FINANCIAL OVERVIEW

FRAN ALBRECHT DR. JOHN MICHELOTTI, '90 2018-2019 Chief Philanthropy Officer Orthopaedic Surgeon Providence Montana Health Foundation Helena Orthopaedic Clinic $ 364,026 Postage & Shipping $ 108,775 Rental Income $ 246,949 Other Expenses $ 658,676 Bookstore DR. RUSS BELL Chair Bookstore Merchandise Printing $ 390,682 MSGR. KEVIN O'NEILL '73, Athletics $ 791,936 Senior Vice President and Chief Scientist Rector/Pastor $ 502,975 Interest Expense Officer (retired) $ 1,029,126 Other Sources Utilities $719,769 Cathedral of St. Helena $ 755,661 Beckman Coulter Inc. Grants & Contracts Supplies ERIC PHILLIPS, '93 $ 1,608,939 $ 946,440 THE REV. PATRICK BERETTA Senior Vice President, Pricing and Equipment Maintenance Pastoral Assistant/Religious Education Revenue Management Investment Income $ 1,073,849 $ 2,350,157 Director Delta Airlines Travel & Entertainment St. Patrick Parish (Butte, MT) $ 1,870,790 MS. THERESA RACICOT, '72 GARRY BRAYKO, '71 Former First Lady of Montana Depreciation $ 1,959,322 President & Owner Gifts Archie Cochrane Ford ALEX "PAPU" RINCON, '04 $ 5,831,667 Founder and President Professional Fees LISA BULLOCK, '89 four-O-six $ 2,165,022 First Lady of Montana IT Product Manager, Equivant MARK SEMMENS, '82 Director Student Meal Costs JOHN CECH, PhD Glacier Bancorp, Inc. $ 2,296,894 President Carroll College SR. DIANE STEELE, SCL, PhD President Housing & Dining $ 7,331,657 PATRICIA CHVATAL, '72 University of St. Mary Attorney at Law Chvatal Law DR. JOYCE STEWART, '79 Deputy Superintendent (retired) MIKE DALTON, '73 Everett Public Schools Helena Market President (retired) First Interstate Bank THE MOST REV. AUSTIN A. VETTER Bishop of the Diocese of Helena, THOMAS J. DOWNEY, CPCU, '75 Chancellor of Carroll College Sr. Vice President PayneWest Insurance (Butte) MS. SARAH WALSH, '93, Vice Chair Chief Operating Officer

MS. KAREN FAGG, '75 Payne West Insurance Salaries Vice Chair $ 19,662,051 St. Vincent Healthcare Board of Directors Trustee Emeriti: JOHN R. MCINNIS,’59, Esq. DR. ANDREW GILBERT, '99 Attorney at Law Physician Net Tuition and Fees St. Peter's Health Thank you to our outgoing trustees: $ 20,356,671 $32,698,179 THE REV. CRAIG HANLEY GENE MALLETTE, ‘71 Administrator , ‘84 St. Ann Parish & Holy Spirit Parish DR. ALBERT OLSZEWSKI

THOMAS WALSH, ‘81 $40,322,855 OPERATING EXPENSES OPERATING TOTAL TOTAL MARY MCHUGH, '87 Vice President for Administrative WILLIAM WAR, ‘65 Operations & External Relations Tuition & Fees $ 43,094,712 Northwest Kidney Centers WILLIS WETSTEIN College Funded – (22,738,041) ALL REVENUE SOURCES REVENUE ALL TOTAL TOTAL Scholarships Net Tuition & Fees $ 20,356,671

In addition to recognizing FULLY ACCREDITED the many individuals and After a lengthy and businesses who have so comprehensive review, generously supported Carroll College received formal notification from the our students and college, Northwest Commission on our 2018-2019 Annual HERE COMES THE SUN Colleges and Universities that Carroll is now home to the largest 2018 FALL its accreditation was reaffirmed Report provides a on-campus solar photovoltaic array for another seven-year cycle. timeline of just some of in Montana after having received a The NWCCU Commission the many achievements $48,000 incentive through NorthWestern applauded Carroll's thorough Energy. The 38 kW solar array, which CHARTING THE COURSE and multifaceted planning and accomplishments of is installed on the south-facing roof The Health and Science Advisory Board was established to map out ways and means to maximize Carroll’s ability to attract and process including the recent our Carroll community of the Campus Center, will generate retain top biomedical and health sciences students, and to provide the most effective launch for their graduate education and careers. program planning and from the past year. nearly $6,000 worth of electricity One key area of interest identified at the first meeting and championed by Board members Russ Bell, PhD, (shown in photo above prioritization effort, the annually, as well as provide student with students), Keith Hansen, MD, and Meg Hansen, PA-C, MPAS, was development of undergraduate research opportunities, college's enrollment planning, experiences in both interdisciplinary critical to successful graduate school applications. Advisory Board members and affiliated Carroll faculty and staff raised over and its new core curriculum. education and civic engagement. $175,000, resulting in mentored undergraduate research opportunities, an endowed professorship, and scholarships. 24 | carroll.edu | 25 Printed here is a partial list of donors contributing to Carroll College, please find an expanded version online at carroll.edu/annualreport, which includes a broader summary of donations received in Fiscal Year 2019.

Dr. John C. Runda and Tricia McMahon John Blake Estate Marty and Gretchen Heller Gene Sajcich Dr. and Mrs. Clarence ‘Bud’ Ryan Rick and Carol Blessinger Mrs. Helen Hoffman Dr. John L. Scharf THE 1909 SOCIETY Scriver Family Trust Rick Blessinger Estate Alden P. Howell Trust Arthur J. Seiler Trust/ The 1909 Society honors cumulative lifetime giving to Carroll College. These members distinguish Mr. and Mrs. Nelson L. Seeley Brakovec Family Trust Jane Buttrey Memorial Trust Karen Seiler Bohlinger themselves as leaders in the Carroll community for their commitment and generosity that provides the Mark and Rosemary Semmens The Reverend Monsignor Dr. Martin Janout Mr. and Mrs. Donald J. Shaughnessy college and its students the opportunity to pursue excellence. These gifts were made prior to July 1, 2019. The Reverend Daniel B. Shea Anthony Michael Brown Estate Dr. and Mrs. Terrance Judge Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Shields Mr. and Mrs. James D. Sinegal Mr. and Mrs. William Brodsky John J. Kane Mr. and Mrs. William W. Shropshire, Jr. EXCELLENCE, $1 MILLION + BENEFACTOR, $100,000 TO $499,999 J. Michael and Doris Flinn Carl and Patricia McFarland Estate The Reverend Jack Sladich Estate Candace A. Cain Kidder Peabody Foundation Silicon Valley Community Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Gustavo J. Artaza Anderson ZurMuehlen and Co., PC The Reverend Thomas R. Flynn Tim and Charleen McInnis Marjorie E. Sotero Estate Ruth Carlson Estate Mr. and Mrs. Ernest L. Kradolfer Smitty’s Fireplace Shop, Inc. David and Christine Billion Anonymous (9) Louise Rankin Galt Gene and Peggy McMahon St. Peter’s Health Caroline Finley Carroll Estate Ted and Patty Lechner Catherine Spellman Estate Dr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Brakovec Arthur Vining Davis Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Garrick Dr. Jack W. McMahon, Jr./ Mrs. Marilyn St. Pierre Jerry and Jan Cashman/Cashman Nursery Lee Foundation Joseph Spieker/Spieker Sprinklers Diocese of Helena/Bishop of Helena Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund Ed Gerspacher Helena OB/GYN Associates Keith and Georgia Stokes/ Cherry Creek Radio Dr. Thomas C. Longin and Alford Spurzem Estate Diocese of Helena Priests Mr. and Mrs. John Baucus Gochnauer Family Foundation Dr. and Mrs. John W. McMahon, Sr. Western Care Inc. City of Helena Ms. Nancy Tillinghast Sue Stanaway E. L. Wiegand Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Becky Mr. Albert Gordon Billie Jo Meglen Bill and Nellie Strausburg Father Richard L. Clifford Estate Mike and Dawn Lopach Steele-Reese Foundation Mrs. Mary Alice Fortin Dr. William G. (Jerry) Berberet Dr. James R. Green Paul and Mary Ann Milhous Student Assistance Foundation The Reverend Richard L. Clifford Mr. and Mrs. James Maierle Eugene Taconette Estate James R. Green Estate Blackfoot Telecommunications Group Mr. James A. Grenier Montana Power Company Mr. Robert Sullivan Cobb Foundation Marathon Oil Foundation Evie Ugrin Haynes Foundation Dr. James and Caroline Boitano Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Grimes Montana Power Foundation, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. John P. Thomas, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Daniel H. Coleman Hazel Marsh Estate United States Military Academy Dr. Earl J. Heller Garry and Kathy Brayko Dr. and Mrs. Keith Hansen Montana State University Virginia Thompson Estate Columbia Paint Company Martel Construction, Inc. US Bank Howard Hughes Medical Institute Mary Catherine Burke Estate Mr. and Mrs. John M. Harding Montana University System Ward and Virginia Thompson Kenneth C. Conroy Estate Masa Annuity Liquidation US Bank Billings Mary Kelly Estate Burlington Northern Santa Fe Harrington Bottling Co. Katherine L. Morningstar Trust Mr. and Mrs. Herman H. Topel Mr. John E. ‘Jack’ Corette Dr. and Mrs. Robert McGhie Jim and Cindy Utterback Mr. Raymond J. Kuntz Railway Foundation Donald Harrington Morrison Maierle, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Topel CWG Architects The Reverend Francis McInnis Ms. Sarah W. Walsh Mr. Jerome T. Loendorf Burlington Resources Foundation Health Dynamics, Inc. Joseph T. Mullen, MD Dr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Trebon Mr. Michael Dalton Mr. and Mrs. John R. McInnis Mr. and Mrs. Frank Weimar Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. Mallette Dr. and Mrs. Richard S. Buswell Heisey Foundation E.R. ‘Chub’ and Mary Munger Valley Bank Helena Mr. William Darcy Helen M. Meldrum Estate Wells Fargo Foundation Mr. and Mrs. E. Phil Maronick Dr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Byorth Helena Arts Council National Science Foundation Dr. John T. Vandeberg Dr. Timothy Dernbach, MD, PC Nellie M. Meyer Trust Wesco Resources, Inc. MJ Murdock Charitable Trust Dr. LeRoy J. and Irene Ann (Jones) Byrd Robert H. and Mary Ruth Hodges Estate New West Health Services Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Waddell Dowling Studio Architects, PC Mr. and Mrs. Wayne H. Miller Bob and La Wana Whaley Mr. and Mrs. Eric Myhre Capri, Inc. Dr. Norman J. and Joan Holter Nicholson, Inc./Project Management Mr. John Wall Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Downey Daniel and Rhonda Molloy, MD, PC Wipfli, LLP Mr. and Mrs. Warren Nelson Dr. Kenneth V. Carpenter Intermountain West Communications Co. Ben Niedermeyer and Joanne Hidaka Tom and Sharon Walsh Mr. and Mrs. Harry Downs Montana Broom and Brush Supply Mr. Terry Payne Yung-Ping J. and Grace Chang J.E. ‘Shaun’ Corette, III Estate Nob Hill Properties, LLC Bill and Betsy War Edwards Law Firm Mountain West Bank HERITAGE, $25,000 TO $49,999 Dr. and Mrs. James L. Schneller Ms. Patricia J. Chvatal Mr. and Mrs. Edwin H. Jasmin Mr. and Mrs. James O’Connell Watkins Shepard Trucking Tom and Helene Ellis Kathleen Trudnowski Mullins 360 Office Solutions Roy F. Simperman Dr. Dolores F. Cikrit and Mr. Joseph Schmit Viola Johnson Estate James O’Connell Estate Weeks Foundation Engineers Without Borders - USA Mr. Michael C. and Mrs. Tina Mundt Thelmer and Patricia Aalgaard Sodexo, Inc. Jack Collishaw Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kingzett Dr. and Mrs. Don R. Olson Wells Fargo Helena Mr. and Mrs. Gene Etchart Dr. and Mrs. E.T. Murphy Mike and Gayle Agostinelli US Department of Education COMAP, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Conley G. Lacey Opportunity Bank of Montana Western Independent Colleges Fund Joe and Patt Etchart Alan and Nancy Nicholson Albatross, LLC Ms. Betty Wheeler Mary C. Conlan Estate Mr. Robert Lalonde Orscheln Industries Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Willis J. Wetstein Dr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Evans Mrs. Mary Jean Niklas Aaron and Erin Alme Shaun and Mary Ann Corette Mr. Larry Larison Robert Peccia/Robert Peccia and Associates Thomas and Kimberly Whyte Jean E. Faure NorthWestern Energy American Chemet Corporation DISTINCTION, $500,000 TO $999,999 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Cotter Lilly Endowment, Inc. The Reverend J. Eugene Peoples Estate Dr. John T. Wiegenstein Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Lori O’Connell American Football Coaches Foundation Dick and Margaret Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Gene Croisant Catherine F. Madden Estate Pepsi Cola of Helena The William Randolph Hearst Foundations Leo and Rose Marie (McNellis) Finnegan The Reverend Thomas M. O’Donnell Anaconda Company The Call Family/FJ Impact Fund Mr. and Mrs. D. Michael Curran Joseph A. and Clare Maierle Placer Motors, Inc. W.M. Keck Foundation First Interstate BancSystem Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Albert Olszewski ANAVICUS Davis Trust Steve and Kori Dee The Reverend Stan Malnar, MD Thomas C. Power Estate Young Family Trust, DTD First Trust Company of Montana Bob and Beth Orscheln Dr. and Mrs. Michael O. Anderson Fortin Foundation of Florida, Inc. Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation Charles H. Manson Estate Dr. William and Jane Quinn Mrs. Patricia Geary Pacific Steel and Recycling Anonymous (5) Martha A. Hawkins Estate Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dernbach Margaret A. Cargill Foundation The Honorable Marc and Theresa Racicot TRADITION, $50,000 TO $99,999 Dr. Jeffry and Elizabeth Goldes Thomas D. and Carolyn H. Paul Arizona State University MCC, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Tim Dernbach Maronick Charitable Foundation Gregory Roeben and Susan Raunig Allegra Marketing Print and Web Dr. Paul Grmoljez PayneWest Insurance Atlantic Richfield Co. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Messer Dick Anderson Construction Elaine Maronick The Monsignor James M. Ribble Estate American Council of Learned Societies Dr. and Mrs. Harris D. Hanson Philip and Kally Porrini Thaddeus A. Babiak Estate Margaret Perryman Brian Donahue Edward P. and Florence Maronick Katherine J. Rinehart Estate Anonymous (4) Mr. James ‘Tom’ Harrison Joan Poston Drs. Jeff and Shirley Baker Ron and Tarcella Rickman Thomas F. Dowling and Diana S. Dowling Mr. and Mrs. Rick Maronick Dave and Joyce Roberts Apgar Foundation, Inc. Rick and Jane Hays Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Power Dr. William and Helen Ballinger Schnitzler Corporation Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dumas Dean L. Mawdsley Estate Mr. and Mrs. Doug Roberts Atkin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer, and Feld Helena Independent Record Mr. and Mrs. Clark Pyfer Dr. and Mrs. Michael Barsotti Joseph W. Slobojan Trust Mr. Cliff Edwards Mary Lou Mawdsley Bob and Louise Robinson Mary J. Baker Family Trust Helena Motors, LLC Mr. Rick Pyfer Brian and Kate Bartle Sullivan Financial Group John and Sarah Etchart Laurie McCarthy Estate James E. Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Norman F. Balko Qwest Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Beausoleil Mr. and Mrs. John C. Sullivan Mrs. Karen Barclay Fagg and The Reverend Robert J. McCarthy Estate James and Linda Roscoe Bechtel Group Foundation Harry and Shirley Reinig The Honorable Gordon Bennett Mr. Peter W. Sullivan, CLU, ChFC The Honorable Russell Fagg John and Paula McCarvel Roscoe Steel and Culvert Company Bell Laboratories Martha Mae Rivers Estate and Ms. Norma Tirrell Treacy Foundation Lana Lee Favero Trust Mr. and Mrs. Patrick and Rosemary and W.J. Gallagher Foundation Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program Dr. and Mrs. Dan Fiehrer Colleen McCutcheon The Reverend Stephen C. Rowan, PhD Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Young

MATH MINDS A team of Carroll students placed within the top 7% worldwide in an international math modeling competition 2019 WINTER of over 25,000 entries. The unique international contest for undergraduates challenges teams of students to clarify, ZINNSTARTER analyze, and propose solutions to open-ended real-world Entrepreneurial Saints have the opportunity to compete for business start-up problems. The team of Terry Cox ‘19, and current juniors funding and expert mentorship offered through the newly-launched Carroll College Sabrina Crooks and Shirley Davidson, used creative ZinnStarter entrepreneurship program. Funded by Silicon Valley’s longest-serving problem solving and data and research they were able CEO Ray Zinn and his wife DeLona, as well as others, the goal of the ZinnStarter to locate online, to plan for an emergency evacuation of program is to jumpstart next-generation entrepreneurs while they’re still in college. the Louvre Museum. Carroll teams have placed in the The winning teams, selected by a nine-person all-student board of directors, top 1% in the MCM/ICM in 2003, 2006, and 2010. receive funding for product prototype and business plan development. 26 | carroll.edu | 27 THE 1909 SOCIETY CONTINUED THE ST. CHARLES BORROMEO GUILD The St. Charles Borromeo Guild recognizes leadership donors who contribute $1,000 or more to Carroll College’s annual fund. The St. Dr. Francis L. and Rosemarie Bertoglio Exergy Development Group, LLC Ms. Mary Koutecky Pro Outfitters Bitterroot Motors, Inc. Farmers Insurance Group Rajesh and Sandra Schneider Lall The Reverend James H. Provost Charles Borromeo Guild Grant is awarded to financially and academically Mr. John Blake First Montana Land Title Company Drs. Stan and Sonya Lamb Mr. and Mrs. Dale R. Pugh qualified students as a portion of their Carroll-based financial aid Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana First Security Bank of Helena Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lang Drs. Matt and Maureen Quinn package. These gifts were made between July 1, 2018, and June 30, 2019. Mr. and Mrs. William C. Blum Ray and Joyce FitzSimmons Mr. and Mrs. William Lannan Dr. and Mrs. Patrick Ragen Boeing Gift Matching Company Timothy and Karen Fox Lithia Chrysler Dodge of Helena Reporter Big Sky Office (POPS) Mr. and Mrs. David Bollinger Friends of Carroll Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Loendorf Dr. and Mrs. John (Michael) Roach GUILD FELLOW ($5,000-9,999) Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Loendorf Dr.and Mrs. Chesley Houske Barbara Ann Botz Squeri David and Mary Gaines Mr. James J. Lopach Robert and Dolores Buril Foundation Anonymous (1) Montana Broom and Brush Supply Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jardon Daniel and Theresa Brooke Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell Gallagher The Honorable and Mrs. Jeremiah C. Lynch Bruce and Kerrie Robertson Mr. and Mrs. David Bollinger Oxford Bar, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Paul M. Jones David and Gaynell R. Bruck Dr. Thomas L. George Gordon E. Madson Estate The Reverend John W. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Louis Dumas Ms. Gerianne Ozirsky Dr. and Mrs. John Kalbfleisch Dr. and Mrs. John R. Burgess Mr. and Mrs. Michael Gilligan Mallette Family, LLC Genevieve Roman Estate David and Mary Gaines The Reverend Leo Proxell Mrs. Marie R. Kall Mr. and Mrs. John J. Burke Margaret Glynn Mike and Margo Mansfield Mrs. Emily Roscoe Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O’Boyle The Reverend John W. Robertson Steve and Christine Klepps Mr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Byorth Golden Eagle Construction, Inc. Margaret Anderson Construction Mr. William P. Roscoe, Jr. Pepsi Cola of Helena The Reverend Stephen C. Rowan, PhD Mrs. Gail Lannan Robert W. Byorth Christopher (Scott) and Toni Gragg Shirley R. Maronick The Honorable Michael Salvagni Glenn E. Tremper Mrs. Marilyn St. Pierre Dr. Michael and Florette Lavelle Edward F. Callahan Great Northern Hotel, Best Western Helena Mass Mutual Financial Group Mr. Mike W. Sampson Mr. Peter W. Sullivan, CLU, ChFC James J. Lopach Capital Sports and Western Wear The Reverend William Greytak Dr. and Mrs. Michael McCarthy Mr. and Mrs. David A. Schlosser GUILD ASSOCIATE ($2,500-4,999) Ms. Sarah Walsh Mr. and Mrs. Paul Maloy Cardio-Med Associates, Inc. Jim and Sandra Gross Tom and Janeen McCarvel Schwab Charitable Gift Fund Mr. and Mrs. John Burr Mr. and Mrs. Mark Yuhas Mr. and Mrs. Stephen K. Malshuk Linda Carpenter Gruber Enterprises/ Mr. Michael McGloin Ward and Mary Gayle Shanahan Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Cunningham Mike and Margo Mansfield Mary and Mike Chaet Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gruber Jerry McGowan The Monsignor Donald W. Shea Dan and Marilyn Durkin Family Foundation GUILD MEMBER ($1,000-1,499) McHugh Mobile Home Park William and Mary Jo Chase Mr. Sinan Guler The Reverend Patrick C. McGurk Shell Oil Co. Foundation Bob M. and Anne (Moylan) Douglas Anderson ZurMuehlen and Co., PC John McLean Club Marketing and Management John and Susan Haffey McHugh Mobile Home Park William P. Sherman Exxonmobil Foundation Anonymous (2) Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Melancon Services, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Jim D. Hardwick Charles N. McKenna Joseph and Cherie Shevlin John and Taylor Herr Dr. and Mrs. William Batey Mrs. Sarah (LaPlante) Miller Collishaw Holdings, LLC Dr. and Mrs. Brian Harrington Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. McMahon Dr. and Mrs. Michael R. Spieker Ted and Patty Lechner Big Sky Acoustics Dr. and Mrs. Roger Newman The Reverend William K. Connor Estate The Monsignor Joseph D. Harrington Mergenthaler Transfer St. James Cathedral Dr. Christopher B. Lindsay Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brooks Drs. Mark and Laura Nicholson Conrad Company Helena Abstract and Title Mr. and Mrs. Mark Mezger Robert M. St. John, MD Dr. Kristin M. Linzmeyer Daniel Burr The Reverend Joseph B. Oblinger Conrad N. Hilton Foundation Parker Heller Dr. and Mrs. John Michelotti Dr. and Mrs. Timothy Stanaway Joe Maronick Jr Ms. Mary Gail Carmony Professor and Mrs. Michael Oelrich Dr. Kenneth C. Conroy Leo M. ‘Donny’ Hiltner Estate Dr. John Molloy Mr. Ken Stenger Mr. and Mrs. James R. McCabe Ms. Brenda Sebastian Greg C. and Joan E. Palmer Sarajane (Sallie) Corette Hinsdale Land Co., Inc. Dr. and Mrs. John Monson Clara Cornelius Sterling Estate Mr. and Mrs. Michael Niedermeyer Mr. and Mrs. Michael Clancey Mr. Terry J. Peterson Mr. and Mrs. Terry B. Cosgrove Dr. Cindy Hollenbaugh Montana Community Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Robert A. Sterling Ms. Donna Rowles Mr. Ray Dawes Ms. Carrie Anne Platt Mr. Everett T. Crumley Dr. Norman J. and Joan Holter Montana Eyecare Stockman Bank of Montana Gil and Jodi Schellenger Beverly Bayles Devine Mr. and Mrs. John I.C. Ramirez The Most Reverend Elden F. Curtiss Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hoovestal Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Morgan The Reverend Bernard J. Sullivan Estate Dr. Benjamin R. Spiger and Doug and Patti Diehl RG Investments D.A. Davidson and Co. Dr. M. Brooke Hunter Dean L. and David J. Morigeau Ms. Dannette Sullivan Pastor Kendra R. Wilde Josh and Kellie Dold Mr. and Mrs. Ken Rogers The Reverend John J. Darragh J. Willard Marriott Foundation Mountain Springs Spas Mr. and Mrs. John F. Sullivan Thomas M. O’Donnell Trust Larry and Kathy Dreyer Drs. John and Grace Romano Diamond Dream Wholesale and Supply Mr. and Mrs. Christopher M. Jernigan Dr. and Mrs. John C. Murphy Benjamin Swig Bob and LaWana Whaley Mr. Robert Driscoll Ross Family Trust Doug and Patti Diehl Angela and Ian Johnstone National Association of Student Dr. Bill Tacke and Ms. Barbara Teberg Major General James Duffy Shell Oil Co. Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Donahue Jorgenson’s Holiday Motel Personnel Administrators ThermX Southwest GUILD MENTOR ($1,500-2,499) Mr. Matthew J. Eberle Dr. and Mrs. William Simons D. Jane (Beach) Doty Martin J. Judge Mrs. Isabel Niklas Mr. and Mrs. Rich Thornton, CPA Dr. and Mrs. Michael O. Anderson Marion Egeland Miller Robert M. St. John, MD John C. and Jody Doubek, III Juniper Capital/Kurt Ursich Norwest Investment Management and Trust Brian and Marci Topel Mr. David Anthony Mr. Daniel Egging Dana and Barbara Stiner Leo E. Dougherty Junkermier, Clark, Campanella, Stevens, PC Drs. Scott and Christina Nye Jim and Kathleen Trudnowski Paul R. Biebel and Barbara Billings-Biebel Ms. Carol Z. Fergerson Lorraine Tangen, MD Bob M. and Anne (Moylan) Douglas Mrs. Marie R. Kall The Reverend Joseph B. Oblinger Mr. and Mrs. Neil Ugrin Bruce and Catherine Day Finstads Carpet One Robert Tracey Dovetail Designs and Millwork, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kasperick Ms. Patti O’Connell Valley Sand and Gravel, LLC Rebecca Dorwart Dr. Thomas L. George Mrs. Joan Twohy- Reynolds Major General James Duffy Mary E. Keller Estate Gregory and Anita O’Neil John and Martha Walda Barbara M. Downs Mr. and Mrs. Michael Gilligan Tom and Sharon Walsh Dufresne Foundation Kevin R. and Kimberly Kelley Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Peters Mrs. Dolores Ann Walther Mr. and Mrs. Harry Downs Louie A. Gloege Ms. Annette M. Walstad and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dunn Mr. and Mrs. Patrick R. Kelly Michael and Lori Peterson Warren L. Nelson Estate Dr. and Mrs. James Duffy Great Northern Hotel, Best Western Helena Mr. John P. Rausch Daniel and Marilyn Durkin Dr. and Mrs. Francis J. Kerins Eric and Anne Phillips Wayne Miller Coins Dr. and Mrs. James D. Hardwick Mr. James A. Grenier Stephen and Virginia Warnock Dan and Marilyn Durkin Family Foundation Dr. Shelley Killen Power Townsend Company Robert C Whitesitt Estate Dr. Tom Hoffman Mr. James Grose Mr. and Mrs. Willis J. Wetstein Eagle Beverage Knights Of Columbus, Helena,Council #844 Mrs. Elaine C. Power Joe and Sheilah Wilcynski Dr. Shelley Killen The Reverend Thomas P. Haffey Mr. and Mrs. William Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Leif Erickson Rudolph J. Klune Trust PPG Industries Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Steve Williamson Caroline Kruschke-Mendoza Dr. and Mrs. Chato Hazelbaker Workday, Inc Ms. Jeannie R. Etchart Barbara Koessler Mr. and Mrs. Wilfrid Loeken Dr. William and Elizabeth Hickey Mr. and Mrs. Franklin L. Younce Mark and Lynn Etchart Robert Kolar Dr. and Mrs. John Holland Irene C. Everett Trust

WORTHY AWARD Coach Brent Northup, whose Talking Saints forensics team celebrated their twenty-ninth year of winning or sharing the Northwest Forensics Conference Championship in 2019, was honored with a lifetime award for distinguished service by the National Individual Events Tournament (NIET) forensics community. Northup, who has 2019 SPRINGMAJOR MAKEOVER coached the Talking Saints for In the summer of 2017, the PE Center underwent a number of thirty years, has also served improvements including a new athletic weight room, 12,000 square as president of the Northwest GIFT OF FLIGHT feet of maple flooring installed in the gym, a large new athletic Forensics Conference for Carroll’s Engineers Without Borders Uganda program received a grant for ten round classroom which doubles as event space, and a plaza area between twenty-two years, and currently trip airlines tickets from Seattle to Entebbe, Uganda. This grant is from the Emirates the HAC and PE Center. Last winter and spring saw the final finishes represents the Western states Airlines Foundation, and is worth approximately $18,000, the largest grant Carroll’s EWB on the PE Center entry and hallway—a project funded through the on the NIET executive council. program has ever received. This will allow at least eight students and two mentors to John N. Etchart and Friends gift. These changes include new flooring, “Some heroes don’t wear capes, travel to the Kwango Village near Nkozi to continue the important work they have begun wall finishes, ceilings, and entry doors, in addition to upgrades to the they wear tweed jackets and live in constructing a solar powered pump that will lead to a 10,000-gallon storage tank which trophy cases, concession area, the remodel of a small retail space, quiet lives in Montana,” said Lee will have gravity fed spigots located around the local Holy Trinity School and village area. and renovations to the main men's and women's bathrooms. Mayfield, president of the NIET. 2019 SUMMER 28 | carroll.edu | 29 LEGACY SOCIETY GRATEFUL SAINTS CLASS OF 2019 The Legacy Society honors donors who have made a planned The Carroll College Grateful Saints student philanthropy program creates gift to Carroll College through trust, bequest, or other estate awareness among current students about the importance of philanthropy plans. These gifts were made prior to July 1, 2019. and the effect it has on their Carroll education and experience. Events throughout the academic year seek to develop gratitude and cultivate Mr. Dan Abdo The Honorable and Mrs. Jeremiah C. Lynch giving among the student body. In their senior year at Carroll, students Dick and Margaret Anderson Mr. and Mrs. James Maierle are invited to participate in the Senior Grateful Saints campaign Anonymous (4) The Reverend Stan Malnar, MD by making their first gift back to their college. To acknowledge Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Beausoleil Charles and Patricia (Flynn) McCarthy Mr. Frank L. Becky Dr. and Mrs. Robert McGhie their gift in the amount of their class year—$20.19 or more—senior Dr. William G. (Jerry) Berberet Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Messer Grateful Saints donors receive a star on their alumni walk brick. Dr. and Mrs. Michael Blend Dr. and Mrs. J. Thomas Mitchell Mr. William O. Bouten Joseph T. Mullen, MD Jacob Ackeret Callie Glenn Hailey Peterson Mrs. Janet Brakovec Mr. Michael G. Munck Kylee Bailey Lillian Gribbons Alicia Phan Daniel and Theresa Brooke Mrs. Mary D. Munger Natashia Bauer Jonathan Groux Alexander Piedra Mrs. Donna Kelly Burgess Mr. and Mrs. William J. Murray Abbie Bliss Tessa Groves Jakob Plagenz Dr. and Mrs. Richard S. Buswell The Reverend Joseph B. Oblinger Mikayla Bloyder Tiffany Gruber Klarissa Pomajevich Mr. and Mrs. James P. Byorth The Monsignor Kevin S. O’Neill Victoria Bonar Allison Hance Hannah Porch Irene Ann (Jones) Byrd Mr. and Mrs. Scott Pasek Megan Bousliman Meghan Hanrahan Jacqueline Pyle Candace A. Cain Margaret Perryman Whitney Bowditch Mackenzie Hansen John Rambur Dr. Kenneth V. Carpenter Dr. and Mrs. Gordon D. Peters Jordan Bowman Morgan Harrington Mikaela Robinson William and Mary Jo Chase Kimberly Babcock Phillips Colter Brustkern Emma Hoppes Madison Robischon in memory of their son Bryan Joan Poston Cole Butler Natalie Husband Bryce Samwell George (Chris) Christensen Mr. Rick Pyfer Danielle Campbell Solenn Jacobsen Trey Scofield Ms. Patricia J. Chvatal Dr. William and Jane Quinn Austin Carpentar Brittney Johnson Kyle Scovill Timothy J. Cunningham Mrs. Shirley M. Reinig Meghan Carter Kimberly Johnson Roma Seal The Most Reverend Elden F. Curtiss Dr. Michael and Nancy Roach Cyle Caselli Kyle Jones Jamie Severson Steve and Kori Dee David and Joyce Roberts Abra Casey Maura Kalbfleisch Alexander Skoulis Dr. and Mrs. Tim Dernbach Mr. and Mrs. William J. Roberts Bret Charlton Jo Karr Madelyn Slaton-Sanford Brian Donahue Bruce and Kerrie Robertson Teruo Chinen Hailey Kellum Madeline Spickard The Reverend William A. Dornbos Bob and Louise Robinson Kelli Clark Karlee Kent Jenna Starke Larry and Kathy Dreyer James and Linda Roscoe Conor Coutts Kalan Knott Lexi Steele Mark and Lynn Etchart The Reverend Stephen C. Rowan, PhD Terry Cox Nicole Kraut Mariah Stoltz Mrs. Karen Barclay Fagg and Gene Sajcich Mikayla Curtis Shelby Lasselle Mariah Swenson The Honorable Russell Fagg Ms. Irene Seavy Ashley Davis Sarah Lauver Hannah Sylvester Jean E. Faure Mr. and Mrs. Nelson L. Seeley Margaret Day Danielle Lomartire Stephen Szambelan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Filson Mark and Rosemary Semmens Hannah Decker Donovan Lucibello Amy Telck Christopher (Scott) and Toni Gragg Mr. and Mrs. Donald J. Shaughnessy Brianna Denning Ashley Maes Carleigh Thurman Frank and Bonnie Gruber The Reverend Daniel B. Shea Bernhardt Di Cino Dani Marietti Peyton Twete The Reverend Thomas P. Haffey Joseph and Cherie Shevlin Ellery Dixon Angela McArdle Lauren Utterback Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Hansen Roy F. Simperman Marshall Dumas Kristina McGee Talya Vaira The Monsignor Joseph D. Harrington Mrs. Marilyn St. Pierre Dakota Dunlap Jacob Meek Andrew VanderZanden The Reverend James J. Hogan Dr. Robert F. Stanchfield Samantha Eby Amanda Melton Audrey Walker Former State Representative Dr. Robert A. Sterling Taylor Ehl Trevor Mertens Tawni Wells Hal Jacobson and Mary Wilson Jacobson Mr. Peter W. Sullivan, CLU, ChFC Chase Eriksson Devan Murfitt Lee-Anna West Mr. and Mrs. Edwin H. Jasmin Ms. Norma Tirrell Anna Fischer John Nash Kelly Williams Dr. and Mrs. Gregory R. Johnson Dr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Trebon Grayson Fiveash David Nielsen Audrey Yaeger Dr. Jeremy Johnson Evie Ugrin Serafima Forni Daniel Olzweski Kaitlyn Yuzeitis Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kingzett Mrs. James P. Vandergeest Katherine Foster Christine Patten Mr. Raymond J. Kuntz Ms. Mary M. Wamsley Madison Gameon Katherine Perrigot Ms. Jo Lasich Mr. and Mrs. William T. War Simrit Gill Mr. Jerome T. Loendorf Mrs. Gail Weimar Dr. Thomas C. Longin and Mr. and Mrs. Willis J. Wetstein Ms. Nancy Tillinghast Dr. Sandra C. Williamson Mike and Dawn Lopach Dr. William D. Wise Dr. John F. Lowney

PARTNERING WITH OXFORD Carroll entered into an agreement with Exeter College at the University of Oxford which allows Carroll MEDIA MAVENS students the opportunity to live and study in Oxford, This past summer, Carroll senior communication England, on the six-week Exeter College Summer PRESERVATION PERFECTION and public relations majors, Kelsie Watkins and Programme (ECSP). Carroll students receive an 2019 SUMMER All Saints Chapel was honored with a Lewis & Clark Peri Dropping, were one of six teams selected from authentic experience of undergraduate collegiate County Historic Preservation Award. Through the nearly 100 universities nationwide to receive an all- life in the UK and share in Exeter’s distinguished dedicated preservation work undertaken by CTA expense paid trip to a seven-day media educational 700-year history with a talented and diverse cohort Architects, Dick Anderson Construction, and Fr. Marc workshop and competition in the Washington, D.C. of students from across the world. In addition, Lenneman, the chapel was selected for the award for area. Their media plan presentation to spend four Carroll was invited to participate in the four-week retaining both the historic character as well as many million dollars to support the opening of a new major Cambridge University Security Initiative Program in of the materials that existed with the construction league baseball stadium won glowing reviews from the partnership with Kings College London Department of the original 1917 “Old North” gymnasium while judges and earned them a second-place finish in the of War Studies. Carroll had three students make it also meeting the college’s longtime need for a chapel nationwide media planning competition sponsored through the rigorous review process and participated that would accommodate over 400 worshippers. by the Washington Media Scholars Foundation. in these exclusive programs this past summer. 30 | carroll.edu | 31 Non-Profit Org. Office of Institutional Advancement U.S. Postage INDUSTRY 1601 N. Benton Ave. PAID sentinel Helena, MT 59625-0002 Carroll College trade gothic

“I am grateful for Carroll because it has provided me with a college that fits me perfectly. I instantly felt that Carroll was the perfect place for me. Carroll has an unbeatable sense of community from peers and staff.” —Morgan Rehm, Class of 2022

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