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september 2012 volume 16 number 1 The New American University turns 10 Science + theater = a dramatic experiment ASU launches College of Health Solutions Wind sprints Coach Todd Graham builds momentum Stretch your fitness dollars, spring for the latest Smartphone, or pay down your student loans…whatever moves you most. As an ASU alum, you could save up to $343.90* on your auto insurance with Liberty Mutual. You could also enjoy valuable discounts tailored to the way you live today and save even more by insuring your home as well. Responsibility. What’s your policy? CONTACT US TODAY TO START SAVING CALL 1-888-674-5644 Client # 9697 CLICK LibertyMutual.com/asualumni COME IN to your local office This organization receives financial support for allowing Liberty Mutual to offer this auto and home insurance program. *Discounts are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. 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ART & DESIGN DIRECTOR Robert Cao-Ba A significant way in which ASU makes an impact far beyond the Valley of the Sun is through its alumni, who visit locations around the SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER globe. Recognizing that travel is a powerful educational experience, we Kelly Christiansen recently revamped our travel program. Now known as ASU Travel & GRAPHIC DESIGNER ASSISTANT Tours, the program offers a broad range of itineraries, both domestic and Alexis Peschke international, to appeal to Sun Devils in all walks of life, including families, active young alumni, retired professionals and others. SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR Robin Hawkins When you travel with ASU Travel & Tours, you’ll share the common ADVERTISING SALES, thread of the ASU experience with your fellow travelers. The program, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS RELATIONS which is a benefit of membership in the Alumni Association, links alumni, Rhonda McClintock (480) 965-5051 fans, supporters and friends of the university who love to travel, explore the world and experience other cultures. ONLINE EDITOR Crystal Gustavson ‘03 B.S. Between now and the end of 2012, the program is hosting trips to the sites of ancient civilizations along the Mediterranean Sea and to PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHY Tom Story Tim Trumble the popular Tuscany region of Italy, as well as offering a whirlwind tour of Egypt for young alumni. Next year, we will host trips to destinations as diverse as China, the American South, and Northern Europe. Please consider joining me on a luxury tour of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest ASU Magazine is printed on paper that is certified coast that I will be hosting from July 26 to Aug. 2, 2013. Whether you’re to the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Standards. looking for an active outdoor experience or an introduction to the culture and history of a region, our experienced tour operators have designed trips that will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. FSC LOGO GOES HERE We’ve upgraded the travel section on our website to reflect the changes we’ve instituted with ASU Travel & Tours. Visit alumni.asu.edu/travel to discover: • Links to detailed itineraries for upcoming trips; • Testimonials from alumni who have traveled with us; ASU Magazine • Educational information and photos, videos and other media relating PO Box 873702 our destinations. Tempe, AZ 85287-3702 (480) 965-2586 Growing a robust travel program is just one way the Alumni Association [email protected] seeks to keep you connected to your alma mater. Please consider joining www.asumagazine.com or upgrading your membership to access the full compliment of programs ASU Magazine (USPS 024-438; ISSN 1940-2929) is published and services we offer! quarterly by the Arizona State University Alumni Association, PO Box 873702, Tempe, AZ 85287-3702, (480) 965-2586, FAX (480) 965-0225. Subscriptions are sent to all ASU alumni. You may become a friend of the Alumni Association regardless of university affiliation. Annual dues to become an active member or friend are $45 for individuals and $60 for couples. Gold Devil Life member dues are $650 for individuals and $800 for couples. Periodicals Postage is paid at Tempe, AZ and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: Please send address changes to Christine K. Wilkinson, ’66, ’76 Ph.D. ASU Magazine, Attention: Circulation, PO Box 873702, Tempe, President, ASU Alumni Association AZ 85287-3702. Permissions: Portions of this publication may be reprinted with the written permission and proper attribution Senior Vice President and Secretary of the University by contacting the ASU Magazine editor. ASU Magazine can be accessed online at alumni.asu.edu/news/asu-magazine. magazine Scan this QR code to view asumagazine.com QR Codes The icon above is a QR code. QR is short for “quick response,” and it’s used to provide a direct link to media-rich content on the Web. QR code boxes can take you to supplementary text, an audio podcast or online video to enhance a story or advertisement. To access information offered through a QR code, you’ll need a mobile phone with a QR code reader application. 20 Coach Todd Graham builds his team No one’s stumped harder in Arizona this election year than new ASU football Head Coach Todd Graham, a man who seems a lock to stay in office beyond November. When he was hired in December 2011 as ASU’s 23rd head football coach, Todd Graham said the surest way to sell out Sun Devil Stadium was to shake 74,000 hands before kickoff. Find out how he plans to fuse community engagement with disciplined playing to create a winning season. 28 Looking for a sign In the future, your health care team may keep an eye on your well being by monitoring thousands of ongoing measurements of your biological state. And if you ever do get sick, particular combinations of biological signs – known as biomarkers – may help them craft a treatment plan that is tailor-made for your body. ASU Social Stream: Facebook Foursquare: http://foursquare.com/asu http://socialmedia.asu.edu/ ASU: http://www.facebook.com/arizonastateuniversity Alumni: http://www.facebook.com/ASUAlumni iTunes: http://itunes.asu.edu/ ASU Alumni Events: Athletics: http://www.facebook.com/ArizonaStateSunDevils http://alumni.asu.edu/events 1 President’s Letter ASU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Christine Wilkinson announces the re-launch BOARD AND NATIONAL of the Alumni Association’s travel program, ASU COUNCIL 2012–2013 Travel & Tours. 4 University News OFFICERS Sustainability dean awarded UN “Champion of CHAIR the Earth” honor; ASU to create College of Health Barbara Clark ’84 M.Ed. Solutions; Biodesign Institute receives Gates CHAIR-ELECT Grand Challenges Explorations grant. Theresa Esparza ’94 M.Tax. Sports TREASURER 14 Todd Siffren ’91 B.S. Sun Devil Olympians reflect on what it takes to win the gold; Pac-12 Network goes on the PAST CHAIR air; Anthony Robles embarks on new speaking, George Diaz ’96 B.A., ’99 M.P.A. writing career; sports updates on men’s basketball, PRESIDENT volleyball, cross country, soccer and more. Christine Wilkinson ’66 B.A.E., ’76 Ph.D. 42 Arts & Culture Two ASU professors blend science and theater BOARD OF DIRECTORS* to teach students how to share the dramatic story Ryan Abbott ’01 B.S., ’08 M.B.A. of research explorations. Plus, new books by Malissia Clinton ’90 B.A. alumni, staff and faculty in Shelf Improvement. Kathy Duffy Ybarra ’81 B.A. Barbara Hoffnagle ’83 M.S.E. 46 Alumni News Ivan Johnson ’73 B.A., ’86 M.B.A. An interview with Barbara Clark, the new chair Brian La Corte ’85 B.S. of the Alumni Association’s board of directors and Dan Mullen ’66 B.S. National Alumni Council. Martin Quintana ’87 B.S., ’04 M.B.A. Jeff van Raaphorst ’87 B.S., ’97 M.B.A 48 Sun Devil Network Reports from around the Sun Devil Nation NATIONAL ALUMNI COUNCIL* 52 Class Notes Steven Balthazor ’91 B.S.E. Alumni news, notes, and milestones. David Benner ’02 B.S. Jason Berg ’95 B.S. 64 Sun Devil Snapshot Michelle Bolton ’93 B.A. Line drive: a look back at registering Bob Boschee ’83 B.S., ’85 M.B.A. for fall classes. Charlie Broucek ’93 B.S. David Covert ’78 B.S. Eddie DeVall ’93 B.S. Christine Devine ’87 B.A. Dick Foreman ’76 B.A., ’79 M.P.A. Curtis Frasier ’77 B.A.E. 34 Matt Gervin ’01 B.S. The long view Bret Giles ’87 B.S. Over the past 10 years, ASU President Marnie Green ’87 B.S., ’91 M.B.A. Michael Crow has endeavored to build a Michael Grosso ’97 B.S. new sort of university structure, cutting and Andy Hanshaw ’87 B.S. shuffling academic disciplines that have Danelle Kelling ’00 B.A., ’04 J.D. been around for centuries to create a New Nick Kieffer ’00 B.A.