Summer 2014

Introducing Dr. Lynne Murray The Alumni Office and Alumni Association are excited about your alumni magazine, Baker Proud. We treasure sharing the stories of our graduates, faculty and staff who have made a difference in the lives of so many people. Campus news and student successes also will be an integral part of this quarterly magazine. Please enjoy this issue and eagerly 16 await the arrival of the next. 18 23 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014

President. Dr . Lynne Murray Baker University Board of Trustees Chair. Rich Howell, BS ’74 Senior Director of Advancement. Patrick Mikesic Table of Contents Director of Major Gifts . Amy Piersol 3 Campus News Vice President for Endowment and Planned Giving . Jerry Weakley, BA ’70, MBA ’92 4 Introducing Dr. Lynne Murray Director of Alumni and Corporate Relations. Doug Barth, BA ’91 9 Inauguration Date Alumni Relations Coordinator. Kelsey Nolte 10 Alumni Notes Baker University Alumni Association Board of Directors 14 Let Thy Praises Ring 24 President. Ivan Fenwick, MBA ’08 16 Sports Highlights Vice President. Joe Westerhaus, MBA ’09 18 Rising Star Secretary . Leandra Monreal, BSN ’09 Chair of Recruitment. Jodi Akers, BS ‘92 20 Nurse Honored 26 Chair of Scholarships. Leila Uhl, BSN ’11 22 To the Rescue A Publication of the Office of Marketing and Communications 23 Anatomy of a Student Senior Director of Digital Communications 4 and Emerging Media. Neil Kulbiski, MBA ’11 24 Reaching the Red Carpet President Lynne Murray and her husband, Jeff, and family dogs, Kassie and Lucca. Assistant Director of Marketing 26 Alumni Weekend Recap and Communication/Design. Wende Beeson, MLA ’97 Cover photograph by Drake Sorey 29 Alumni Calendar Writing. Kyle Davis, BS ’11 Art Direction and Graphic Design. John Masson Web Content Manager and Writer. Annette Pierce www.facebook.com/BakerUniversity www.flickr.com/photos/bakeru Writing and Photography. Steve Rottinghaus, MSM ’14

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Mungano celebrates The print version of the Orange A Message from 45th year at Baker received a 2014 Apple Award from the College Media Asso- Mungano is going strong on the ciation as the best newspaper President Lynne Murray Baldwin City campus. among four-year schools with The student-run diversity or- an enrollment under 5,000 stu- Dear alumni, ganization celebrated its 45th dents. Apple Award winners anniversary in May at the Osborne were announced in New York I am honored to serve as the 29th president of Baker University, a wonderful place that means so much to Chapel with Jesse Milan, the in mid-March. All colleges na- all of you because of the impact it has had on you personally and professionally. Since I was announced organization’s founder, in atten- tionwide were eligible to enter. as president a little more than six months ago, I have enjoyed interacting with Baker alumni and Dr. Pat to dance. The group installed its At the Collegiate Me- Mungano officers for 2014-2015 are president Lauren Allen-Brown, learn more about their Baker experiences. I must praise Dr. Pat for her leadership, providing a smooth tran- officers for 2014-2015 — Lauren dia spring conference in Wich- Allen-Brown, president; Tyler vice president Tyler Sloan, treasurer Haley Barnes, secretary Khadijah sition and a strong foundation for us to move forward. The love and pride you have for your alma mater, Lane and public relations officer Antonio Adgers. ita, Kan., thebakerorange.com especially your emphasis on student success, were obvious in April at the successful Scholarship Gala and Sloan, vice president; Haley won the All-Kansas Award Auction, an event I was fortunate to attend. Barnes, treasurer; Khadijah Lane, as the top collegiate news secretary; and Antonio Adgers, public Junior receives scholarship from website among all colleges in the state. When I think of Baker University and the new chapter that awaits me, I am reminded and humbled by the relations — and led the annual candlelight National Federation of the Blind This award was presented in Wichita during responsibility to the students and how this is a moment for me to truly touch their lives in meaningful ways vigil to honor those who shaped the civil A vision impairment has not prevented KCM’s spring conference. One judge’s and to support them through this time, whether they are undergraduate, graduate or nursing students. I will rights movement. Dustin Turner from excelling at Baker. feedback noted that “this is an engaging, support them and the distinguished faculty at Baker, for they make us who we are. They and the dedicated Teresa Clounch serves as the Mungano Turner, a senior-to-be from Overbrook, visually attractive site that delivers on its staff members are the reasons that my husband, Jeff, and I selected Baker. At first, I was drawn to Baker for adviser, and Leonard Ortiz is the faculty Kan., has 20/400 vision and suffers from mission to provide relevant content to keep its distinctiveness in terms of academic excellence and values. But it was after Jeff and I visited the Baldwin adviser. Milan founded the group in 1969, congenital nystagumus. For his perfor- the university community informed while City campus and met the people, we just knew in our hearts that it was the place for us. This is the place when he was a Baker professor. mance in the classroom, an essay competi- giving students practical mass media experience.” where we believe we can come together with the community to create a real positive experience for the Students honored tion and campus activities, he was awarded students, parents and you the alumni and for the future of this iconic Kansas institution. for research papers a scholarship from the National Federation The print version won the Kansas Colle- of the Blind. giate Media’s All-Kansas Award as the top First and foremost, I will strive to serve this community as president by raising funds to support scholar- Two of the brightest students in the Depart- private-college newspaper in the state. ships for students and for academic and faculty excellence. I will strive to grow the endowment so that ment of History, Culture and Society won Turner, a wrestler for the Wildcats, is on the years from now, the foundation for Baker University is stronger, and I will work with the entire Baker the top research paper awards, sweeping dean’s list, has served as a resident assis- Seniors Sara Bell and Tera Lyons served as University community to increase enrollment. I will support Greek life and extracurricular activities as part the undergraduate categories in the spring tant and peer tutor for Student Academic the editors. In addition to the group honors, Success. Turner also has volunteered for of the overall Baker experience, as well as athletics. I will build on the foundation of past presidents, faculty semester at the Kansas Association of His- Bell received $100 as runner-up for the the Numana Swipe Out Hunger event on four-year newspaper Journalist of the members and you as I strive to do justice to your legacy. torians annual conference in Wichita. John Patchen and Michael Preut became the campus and at The Big Event, an annu- Year Award. When I think of what to accomplish in my years as president at Baker, I think of a great story by Olive al national one-day community service third and fourth Baker students to win the Colleges of Distinction recognizes Schreiner. She was a South African peace and anti-apartheid campaigner who lived from 1855 to 1920. She statewide award. project. wrote a book “The Story of an African Farm.” The main character in the book is a hunter searching for the University as “hidden gem” In Category I (papers produced in a senior- “I am really glad that my work has finally white bird of truth. After a lifetime of searching, he says these words: “…now my strength is gone. Where paid off in a big way,” said Turner, majoring Colleges of Distinction, a guidebook high- seminar-level course), Preut, of Baldwin lighting four-year institutions that are con- I lie down worn out, others will stand, young and fresh. By the steps that I have cut they will climb; by the City, Kan., won for “Hungary in Crisis: The in business management and computer stairs that I have built, they will mount. They will never know the name of the man who made them. At science. “For me it is all about staying pos- sidered “hidden gems,” recognized Baker Making and Breaking of Eastern Europe in University in its 2013-2014 publication. the clumsy work they will laugh; when the stones roll they will curse me. But they will mount, and on my the Post-War Era.” itive and focusing on what I can do rather work; they will climb, and by my stair.” than the things that I can’t. Spending time Baker was honored for its commitment to In Category II (papers produced in a class focusing on things I cannot do leaves me engaging students, excellent faculty, vibrant That stone stair was the hunter’s legacy for future generations of “white-bird seekers.” People could not re- where the paper is not the focus of the feeling helpless and defeated. I work much communities and successful outcomes. member his name, but they would climb his stone stair. When my time is up at Baker, I hope that thousands course), Patchen, of Lawrence, Kan., won better staying positive and doing the best I Colleges of Distinction is designed to of students will be able to climb to new heights and to dream greater dreams for themselves than we ever for “Surviving The Dirty Thirties: A Story can. Everything else will take care of itself.” provide students, counselors, and parents dared and that they, in turn, will inspire thousands more. I welcome our alumni to share in that journey. of Kansas Farm Families and Survival in with information about schools that excel the 1930s.” Baker Orange earns in these key areas. It describes schools Proudly, “The Kansas Association of Historians Un- national, state honors that take a holistic approach to admission dergraduate Writing awards are quite pres- The Baker Orange newspaper and its ac- decisions, consistently excel in providing tigious as our students compete against companying website, thebakerorange.com, undergraduate education, and have a truly students from every college or university earned several national and state honors in national reputation. Dr. Lynne in Kansas,” said Leonard Ortiz, associate the spring. professor of history. ynne Murray has alwaysto been combe- PresidentLynne has maintained pace with her sister. fortable in the forefront. It started An administrative leader known for raising the Jeff and Lynne Murray will be joined on the Baldwin City campus by their two dogs, Proudat birth, really, when she arrived national and international profiles of education- Kassie and Lucca. three minutes before her identical al and nonprofit institutions for more than two Lynne’s biological father, Robert Burns, began his twin sister, Laurie. decades, Dr. Lynne Murray began her duties as L career with C&P Telephone Company and went on to own The twins were the second and third Baker’s 29th president on July 1, succeeding Dr. Patricia his own performance boats business. He would later sell children, joining firstborn Bonnie, in an N. Long. Before being named president in December, she the business and begin a career with 3M. Both he and her expanding Wise household in tiny Ridge, Md. served as the vice president for development, internation- mother put themselves through college later in life, even- The family was complete with the addition al and alumni relations at Washington, D.C.-based Gallau- tually graduating. Her father also had a very successful of Paula and Kary. All shining students in el- det University. career racing speed boats, hold- ementary school, Lynne and her four sisters ing more than seven water speed took their studies seriously, oftentimes play- “Her early leadership qualities emerged in elementary records, including the Guinness ing school at home. Lynne excelled in orator- World Record for speed on water ical contests. She eventually juggled multiple school. She always knew what she wanted and found a set July 15, 1984, in St. Louis. jobs as a teenager and as a college student Lynne’s parents and step-par- to help support her schooling, establishing a way to put a successful plan in place to make it happen.” ents, including step-mom, Gloria sound work ethic and a strong foundation for Jeanne Burns, set high expecta- a career in higher education. — Bonnie Bowes, one of Lynne’s sisters tions for their children. An essay contest sponsored by the local “Lynne excelled at making relationships and leading American Legion piqued Lynne’s interest Bonnie Bowes, director at Deloitte Consulting in Aus- groups of people all throughout life,” Bonnie explains. as a second-grader. She entered and placed tralia, takes pride in seeing her sister succeed and career “I think it came easier for her being a twin. Lynne and first for her entry in “What America Means develop. Bonnie knew at an early age that her sister had Laurie always drew attention whenever they walked into a to Me” and received a government bond. the desire and characteristics to lead. room. They made friends very easily and always had each Since that moment, Lynne savors those “She is a well-rounded, happy, successful, risk-taking other to fall back on. I believe that’s why Lynne has had times when she can speak before a individual,” Bowes proudly notes. “Her early leadership high confidence and drive. Lynne’s core values include crowd. qualities emerged in elementary school. She always knew treating people as people — helping them to be their very “That started an early love for writ- what she wanted and found a way to put a successful plan best by giving them opportunities, working hard for the ing and oratory,” she says. in place to make it happen. There were five of us girls right reasons, adding value every day, and never compro- Lynne’s early desire to succeed growing up, all striving for attention and recognition to mising on your beliefs. These have guided her profession- was inspired by her eldest sister, stand apart from the pack. We constantly tried to over- al and personal life.” Bonnie. Two-and-half years sepa- achieve to gain attention.” rated the two siblings, and Lynne Raised by their mother and stepfather, Brenda and Patriotic pride and work ethic was eager to close the gap. Wayne Wise Jr., the girls were encouraged to be inde- Lynne’s family has strong military ties. Her stepfather; “I remember when I was pendent, self-sufficient and responsible. In essence, they grandfather, Wayne Wise Sr.; and maternal great uncle Jim in the first grade my mother were challenged to be prepared for any situation. Lynne’s Travers, all served in the Navy. Her biological father was would brag about how smart mother was a secretary, and after serving in the military in the Coast Guard. That connection helped her provide a Bonnie was and that she could her stepfather was a driver and manager for Southern personal touch in several of her early speeches. skip the third grade,” Lynne Maryland Oil before joining his father in the residential “They were all instrumental in my upbringing,” she recalls. “The bar was set very construction business. Neither of her parents had attended recalls. “These men and their backgrounds played a huge high at a young age.” college while the children were being raised, but Brenda role in my life because we grew up with a strong sense of was adamant that her girls would continue their studies patriotism and respect for the men and women who serve past high school. our country.”

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Travers especially has been an inspiration to Lynne. He When they were 14, the twins started working as dish- State. The two did not reunite until 12 years later in their president of development and alumni relations at Gallau- survived the bombing of Pearl Harbor when he served in washers — earning $2.65 an hour — at Scheibles, the only hometown before marrying on June 8, 1996. In addition to det. She convinced Lynne to leave Johns Hopkins and join the engine room on the USS Maryland. He rarely spoke to restaurant in Ridge. They walked or caught rides to work a husband, Lynne also gained a son, Christopher, who now her development team at Gallaudet. the family about the experience. Her grandfather, another with the older waitresses. Lynne remembers the feeling of lives in Aberdeen, Md., and is studying to be a chef. When she arrived at Gallaudet, a federally chartered WWII survivor and man who rose above his humble be- complete fatigue and the gratification of a job well done at “We consider ourselves very blessed to be together and private university for the education of the deaf and hard of ginnings to found his own construction company, Wayne the end of a long shift. are grateful to God for bringing us into each other’s lives,” Wise & Sons, also avoided talking about his military career. “I learned early to respect all people — no matter one’s Lynne says. She learned a lot about work ethic and respect by observ- position or title,” Lynne says. “My parents were hard During their time apart, Jeff served in the Air Force ing her relatives. workers; the men I worked with at Scheibles who were for more than five years and was a sergeant and military fishermen and fishing boat broadcaster for the Armed Forces Radio and Television captains were hard workers, Services. He was stationed in Colorado, Greenland, Greece “I learned early to respect all people — no matter one’s and I respected them.” and Texas. He worked at Gallaudet from 1988 to 2014,

Love at first sight most recently as the manager of video services. photograph by Mark Hutchinson Meanwhile, Lynne continued to follow her aspirations position or title. My parents were hard workers; the men I A discussion with her of starting a full-time career in media and becoming an career counselor her soph- anchorwoman. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree omore year at Great Mills worked with at Scheibles who were fishermen and fishing in English from St. Mary’s College of Maryland, she began High School led to her working in public television as a producer and on-air second job — one that would personality, winning three national public television boat captains were hard workers, and I respected them.” have a lifelong impact when awards for individual giving, on-air fundraising and overall she met rising radio star Jeff and Lynne Murray visit with Baker Trustee Gene Meyer during development in 1992 for WPBT in Miami before returning a holiday reception at the Collins House. Jeff Murray — at the local radio station when she was 15. “These men taught me that success is not measured to her home state to work for Maryland Public Television. Lynne and her mother crafted a resume around Lynne’s by the titles one has achieved in life, but rather by the ob- Lynne’s passion for education has impressed Jeff. He hearing, Lynne did not know any sign language. She had experience as a dishwasher and baby sitter to present. stacles one has overcome while trying to achieve, as aptly witnessed her commitment in 2002 in earning a master’s two workers in her office who were deaf, which served as “I thought I had made it,” Lynne says of landing the surmised by Booker T. Washington,” Lynne says. “Great- in marketing from Johns Hopkins University and a doctor- an impetus for her to learn the language. job, where between 5 a.m. and noon on Sunday mornings ness is determined by one’s values and one’s generosity of ate from Gallaudet in 2008. “I immersed myself in daily classes, and Jeff and I paid she was responsible for reel-to-reel religious program- spirit and what is beautifully gained simply because these “During her graduate and doctoral work she would privately for tutoring lessons for me so that the language ming and every hour on the hour saying, “This is WPTX- individuals have played a role in your life. It is no surprise often be in class three nights a week and do endless hours barrier wouldn’t interfere with the job I was hired to do,” WMDM, FM, Lexington Park.” then that I value hard work, and because it opened doors of homework on the weekends,” Jeff remembers. “Her she explains. Although they attended the same high school and were for me I highly value education. From an early day, I dedication and drive toward her education were awe One of her greatest personal moments at Gallaudet was two years apart, Lynne and Jeff knew of each other but knew that college meant for me a way out, up or simply a inspiring.” getting her first gift — a $3,000 check — from a corporate were not acquaintances until Jeff, the morning DJ, spot- different way than the generations before me.” They support each other in their educational endeav- donor. She proudly framed it. ted Lynne walking into the radio station. Lynne attended St. Michael’s School in Ridge, Md., ors. Jeff, who has worked in higher education for the past “Dr. Peg Hall was an amazing supervisor who learned “He had convinced the general manager to hire me,” where the teachers challenged students to reach their 26 years, is familiar with the demands of a being a presi- of my dreams to continue growing in education and even- Lynne remembers of Jeff’s influence in helping her land potential. A town with 1,000 residents and popular for its dent of a private institution. He plans to support his wife tually become a vice president,” Lynne says. “She provid- that first job in media. “The GM said to him, ‘The only seafood restaurant, Ridge is near the southernmost tip of in her new role, attend several Baker events and meet the ed opportunities for me to meet with faculty members, way I will do it is if you agree to train her.’” the western shore of Maryland, known as Point Lookout, University and Baldwin City community. including deans and even the president in the early days Jeff jumped at the opportunity to train the young with bodies of water on both sides. Her school was small “Jeff was a wonderful advocate for my continuing of my career.” applicant. and the students were like family. The same group of education,” Lynne says. “Early in our marriage, we both It was also the first time Lynne met Gallaudet Pres- “Every day for a week I begged the general manager to classmates — all 20 of them — started together in the first worked full-time and part-time jobs, and I started going ident Dr. Irving King Jordan, a person she admires as a hire Lynne, and then he finally relented,” Jeff remembers. grade and remained together through the eighth grade. to school to get my master’s degree at Johns Hopkins leader, mentor and dear friend. One of her most cherished Once Lynne was hired, Jeff, being the dedicated work- After graduating from the eighth grade, Lynne headed to University. I had realized by this point that while I loved memories is when she had secured her first $1 million gift er, logged extra hours at the radio station. He would ride Great Mills (Md.) High School, where she graduated with mass media, I had a greater calling. The background after to Gallaudet. Unbeknownst to her, King and his wife, Lin- his bike to work 5 a.m. on Sunday to teach Lynne how to close to 200 students. college in radio and television provided a great entry to da, called a special meeting of the development office and read the towers and change the tapes. Ridge is so remote, that the nearest city in all directions my position at Johns Hopkins as the associate director of uncorked a bottle of champagne to celebrate the occasion. “When I found out when she was working I would be at was 30 minutes away. It took two hours to travel to Wash- corporate giving. My role was to produce the annual radio- King, who became Gallaudet’s first deaf president the station regardless if I was scheduled or not,” he says. “I ington, D.C. Lynne and her sisters learned about responsi- thons and telethons.” in 1988, has known Lynne for nearly 20 years. He is finally got up the nerve to ask her out on our first date to bility at an early age when both of their parents left early confident in the new president’s ability to lead and is see the movie ‘E.T.’ ” Calling to higher education every morning for their jobs near D.C. impressed by the focus Lynne has maintained since the Jeff and Lynne went their separate ways after Jeff In her advancement role at Johns Hopkins, Lynne and “It was up to my older sister and all of us to get our- time they met. graduated from high school and his family moved to her team raised millions of dollars through the Children’s selves up and make breakfast and our lunches,” Lynne “It was as if she hung on every word that others were western Maryland when his father accepted a position as Miracle Network to support the children at Johns Hopkins recalls. saying, and I could see how she was processing and stor- chair of the computer science department at Frostburg Hospital. There she met Dr. Marguerite “Peg” Hall, vice October 30, 2014

and will thrive on the qualities she brings to Baker photograph by EARL RICHARDSON EARL by photograph University. Dr. Murray not only communicates and listens exceptionally well, but she walks the talk. She puts others first — herself last.” During one of the first classes with Dr. Marshall for the doctoral students, Lynne and the others were all asked privately to answer, “Where do you Inaugural see yourself in 10 years?” Lynne put her answers in a self-addressed envelope and returned them to Dr. Marshall. For six years, Lynne studied the successes and failures of several university pres- Dr. Murray with Baker students Luke Miltz and Ben Sobek on the day idents, gaining a better understanding of how to she was announced as Baker president. best approach different leadership situations. The ing the information she was picking up,” Jordan notes in day she graduated in 2008 and walked across the an email. “The first impression is still an accurate one. She stage, she went to shake Dr. Marshall’s hand and receive is a lovely person and very easy to know, but when she is her diploma. As she did, Marshall slipped an envelope into on the job, she is on the job with 100 percent focus.” her hand. She sat down and curiously turned it over to Celebration Establishing and maintaining friendships has served find out that it was her handwriting on the back, and the You are invited to join us in October on the Lynne well in her role as a fundraiser, Jordan observes. self-addressed letter from six years before was once again “She knows that people give to people, and that by mak- in her hands. When she opened it, she was reminded that ing a good connection and establishing a personal relation- in 10 years, she would like to be a university president. ship, she will have success,” he explains. “I am very sure she will be a highly success- Baldwin City campus as we celebrate our rich ful president. She has advanced quickly in “That moment has come, and I’m excited and as university administration, but during that time she has been very attentive to others. prepared as I think I can be, thanks to the teachings, She is a good manager, and people will en- joy working with and for her. I would ven- indeed the life lessons, I’ve learned from Dr. Marshall, history at the inauguration of Baker University’s ture to guess that among her early days on campus she will spend a lot of time out Dr. Hall, Dr. Jordan and my parents and family.” and about in order to get the pulse of the University and to meet as many people as possible.” Before arriving in Baldwin in late June and moving Another important milestone for Lynne came in the into the Collins House with their two standard poodles, 29th president, Dr. Lynne Murray. early 2000s when she began working toward her Ph.D. Kassie and Lucca, the Murrays spent three weeks trav- from Gallaudet University, leading to the defense of her eling in Greece, one of their favorite travel destinations. dissertation in American Sign Language. Dr. William “Bill” After relaxing last month, Lynne is eager to start her new Marshall, her Ph.D. professor and chairman of the depart- position. ment of administration and supervision, challenged her to “That moment has come, and I’m excited and as pre- aim high in her career after she told him her life ambition pared as I think I can be, thanks to the teachings, indeed was to become a vice president of development. He was the life lessons, I’ve learned from Dr. Marshall, Dr. Hall, the first to ask her, “Why not president?” Dr. Jordan and my parents, and family,” Lynne says. “And, “It was the first time in my life that I dared to think it,” I will not forget, either, one of the lessons they taught she recalls. me which is titles come and go, so don’t get too attached Marshall believes Lynne has prepared well for this to them. Instead, be who you are every day and look for Please mark the date on your calendar! moment. ways to touch other people’s lives in meaningful ways. “Dr. Lynne Murray is a true leader who has the dreams, After all, isn’t that how we’d all like to be remembered? vision, and managerial wherewithal to assist Baker in For people will not remember us for the titles we have, the bringing about future levels of continued accomplish- cars we drive or the houses we own but for how we left ments,” Marshall notes in an open letter to Baker. “She them in that one moment when we had the opportunity has consummate mastery when it comes to involving to touch, perhaps even change, their lives like when a people and suggesting future directions for the University stern-looking professor looks across his desk and asks, ‘… to consider. Shared governance acquires a new champion why not president?’ ” A full schedule of Inaugural Week activities will be posted at www.bakerU.edu/inauguration. BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 11

Valerie Oltman, MAEd ’07, retired at the end of the spring semester as a vocal music teacher at Marysville (Kan.) High School, where she began teaching in 1982. Former MHS students surprised her with a special song at the end of the junior-senior high winter concert in December. She also 1950s Richard Simpson, BA ’67, is a professor of Law. Gossard is the chairman of the Cof- coached girls tennis and was named the of special education at the University of feyville Recreation Commission and serves Class 4A coach of the year in 1994. Bill Bunten, AB ’53, recently received the David Herndon, BBA ’00, is the executive prestigious Garvey Award for his support Kansas, where he has directed numerous on the board of directors for the Coffeyville vice president of Community First Bank in Robert Reed, MSSL ’04, has been named and participation in demonstration programs for students Regional Medical Center Foundation, the Shawnee, Kan. He celebrated his 43rd year superintendent and high school principal affairs. He was president of INTRUST Bank with autism spectrum disorders and other Coffeyville Housing Authority and the Cof- in banking in May and is chairman of the for USD 332 in Cunningham, Kan., for the of Wichita from 1982 until his retirement in disabilities and coordinated a variety of feyville Public School Foundation. Shawnee Chamber of Commerce board. 2014-2015 year. 1996. His previous banking positions were federal grant programs related to students Sarah Hanson, BS ’89, is a sports medi- is the head Jose Salcido, MBA ’04, has been promot- as executive vice president of United Cen- with autism spectrum disorders and other Lance Hinson, MLA ’00, cine instructor for the Olathe (Kan.) District football coach at McMurray University in ed from Wichita (Kan.) police lieutenant to tral Bank, Des Moines, Iowa (1979-1982); disabilities. He recently was honored Schools. Abilene, Texas. He is a former Wildcat captain. Salcido joined the department in Merchants National Bank as president from as a 2014 Icon of Education in Ingram’s David Jackson, MLA ’92, received a assistant coach. 1995. He was named the department’s Of- (1967-79); and vice president of National Magazine. doctoral degree at age 83 from Trinity has ficer of the Year in 2003. He is also a major Bank of Detroit (1957-67). 1970s Constance Johnson-Cage, MSM ’02, Bible College and Theological Seminary in Kyle Deterding, BS ’00, with his parents, been promoted to the rank of colonel in in the Kansas Air National Guard. Ethel Phillips, BA ’71, and her husband, Newburgh, Ind., and specialized in Biblical Cheryl and Kermit. started on March Richard L. Phillips, live in Colorado. Richard the Air Force Reserve. She will become the Philip Smetak, BSN ’08, counseling. He is a registered social work- deputy mission support group commander 1 as the director of clinical excellence and was a professor and administrator at Baker has er, a certified therapist and instructor. Jason Filbeck, BA ’02, MAEd ’07, of the 442nd Fighter Wing at Whiteman Air magnet development for the Via Christie from 1966 to 1975. He was a member of the been named head football coach at Augus- William Lively, MBA ’93, is a program Base. She previously was commander of Health System in Wichita, Kan. clergy and presi- ta (Kan.) High School. He previously was director for Xerox. He received in 2013 a the 908th Force Support Squadron. dent and executive director of the American an assistant at Shawnee Mission East High Megan (Lamb) Smith, BS ’07, has joined Ph.D. in organization and management Youth Foundation and dean of Hendricks School, which advanced to the Kansas Erol Kinkaid, BS ’05, is vice president of the North Newton (Kan.) office of Everence from Capella University. Lively and his wife, Chapel at from 1981 to Class 6A state championship in 2013. commercial lending with United Republic as a financial representative. She previous- Cecilia, live in Dallas. 1998. Richard recently wrote a biography Bank. He is a graduate of the Nebraska ly led fundraising efforts for Wichita State’s Brooke Fischer, BBA ’02, MSM ’05, has of influential theologian Harvey H. Potthoff. Bill Miller, BA ’90, is the director of facilities Bankers Association Leadership Class of College of Engineering. been hired as operator of Prairie Wind The couple has had two stints living abroard at the Kauffman Center for the Perform- 2014 and lives in Omaha, Neb. Howard Haynes, BA ’57, (above cen- Senior Living in Berryton, Kan. Orrin Smith, BA ’03, is a full-time freelance ing Arts in Kansas City, Mo. The concert ter) received an Honorary Doctorate of and have hiked the Grand Canyon. Chris Lowe, MASL ’08, is the principal writer, focusing primarily on search engine hall was recently recognized as one of James Fox, BME ’03, is the band director Humane Letters from Baker at his home 1980s at Horizon Elementary School in Shaw- optimization and web content writing for the world’s most spectacular halls by for Fort Scott (Kan.) High School and Fort in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. He was Kerrie Bacon, ’82, has been appointed nee, Kan. He previously was the assistant various marketing firms and corporations. Hamburg-based Emporis, a building data Scott Middle School. recognized for his many years of service as a KanCare ombudsman by the Kan- principal at Monticello Trails and the school He has published short stories, including company. and support to Baker and to the greater sas Department for Aging and Disability Kenneth E. Gagnon, BBA ’00, works for improvement specialist at Clear Creek most recently “Never Bet the Devil and Kansas City community for his philan- Services. Bacon is a quality management Shawn Whitcomb, MSM ’94, is senior vice Honeywell FM&T and lives in Spring Hill, Elementary. Other Warnings.” He recently co-edited an thropic work. After graduating from Baker, president and chief information officer at Kan., with his wife, Debra. anthology of fungus-themed stories titled specialist in KDADS’ Community Services Kristina (Anspaugh) Manion, BS ’03, he served as his alma mater’s director of and Programs Commission, overseeing Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories recently completed her residency with “Fungie” for Innsmouth Free Press. A cou- admissions. He later served as director of the federal Money Follows the Person in Spokane, Wash. Michigan State University for Otolaryngol- ple of his latest publications include short admissions, housing and financial aid at stories in “Tales of Jack the Ripper” from program. Before joining the state last year, Brent Widick, MSM ’99, is superintendent ogy — Head and Neck Surgery. She has the University of Akron in Ohio. He was the she served as interim executive director of the Kansas Neurological Institute in accepted a position as an ear, nose and Word Horde and “Handsome Devil” from second headmaster of the Grafton School of the Kansas Council on Developmental Topeka, Kan. He served as KNI’s program throat surgeon at Via Christi in Wichita. She Prime Books. in Berryville, Va., a cutting-edge co-ed Disabilities from 2011 to 2012 and as state director from 2007 through 2013. and her husband, Michael, have two sons, Michelle (Lockhart) Sundstrom, BS ’02, boarding school that deals specifically with coordinator, research analyst and liaison at is associate director of client development Dan Wooge, BME ’97, the band director at Isaac, 5, and Luke, 3. learning disabilities in young children. It the Kansas Commission on Disability from for RuffaloCODY, a leader in providing Spring Hill (Kan.) Middle School and Spring Sara Matthews, BS ’09, has been named was at that point that he co-founded North 2003 through 2011. strategic fundraising and enrollment man- American Riding for the Handicapped Hill High School, was named Secondary the head women’s soccer coach at Avila Doug Smith, BS ’81, is a board operator agement services. She and her husband, Association, serving as its president for the Teacher of the Year for the school district. University in Kansas City, Mo. for Bott Radio Network. He lives in Over- Craig Sundstrom, live in Oklahoma City. first three years. is the so- land Park, Kan. 2000s Kristopher McDonald, BS ’08, , is the Stacey Weil, BSN ’05, earned a Master 1960s Jenifer (Koelzer) Bahner, BS ’07 cial media manager at MMGY Global. 1990s head volleyball coach at Drury University in of Nursing from Pittsburg State Universi- Bob Henry, BS ’67, has been elected Blake Glover, BA ’04, is an attorney at the Paul McQuiston, BA ’05, is a development Jeremy Armstrong, BS ’94, is the admin- ty. An APRN-FNP-C, she is employed by vice president of the American Soybean Springfield, Mo. She previously coached at Law Office of Blake Glover in Baldwin City, assistant at Cambridge in America. He istrator of Mitchell County Hospital Health Bluestem Emergency Medicine, working in Association by the ASA board of directors. in Kansas. Kan. lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. Systems. He previously served at St. Luke an emergency department at Jane Phillips Henry is one of nine soybean growers who Kyle Deterding, BS ’00, is a math teacher Hospital and Living Center in Marion, Kan. Doreen Hansen, MSM ’03, is a vice presi- Phillip Oliver, BBM ’05, is president and Medical Center in Bartlesville, Okla. make up the ASA Executive Committee. and the head boys basketball coach at Eu- dent of residential lending at Metcalf Bank. general contractor of Oliver Construction in Jeffrey Gossard, BA ’97, is an attorney Carley (Mason) Wells, BS ’07, is a teacher is a management dora (Kan.) High School. He coached the She and her husband live with their two Wichita, Kan. Larry Poore, BA ’63, in Coffeyville, Kan. He is a graduate of the for USD 428 in Great Bend, Kan. consultant and lives in Olathe, Kan. Cardinals to the Class 4A-II state champi- sons in Overland Park, Kan. University of Missouri at Kansas City School onship in March. 12 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 13

Wes Wilson, BA ’03, has been promoted Leah Lowell, MAEd ’12, is a second-grade Army Spec. Hakeem K. Young, BS ’12, “It’s incredible and very rare for a first-year In Memoriam Jean M. (Thompson) Larson, ’32, 104, from captain to major in the U.S. Army. teacher for Park Hill School District in Kan- recently graduated from basic infantry clinical student to win a grant,” Mehlenbeck , May 21, 2014, Garden sas City, Mo. training at Fort Benning in Columbus, Ga. says. City, Kan. Nick Wood, BS ’01, recently accepted Forever Orange... a position to teach physical education Kathy Mosher, MBA ’10, is the executive Breithaupt’s list of accolades and com- Craig Leitnaker, ’79, 56, , 85, Jan. 29, 2014, Ottawa, classes and coach boys basketball at the director for Central Kansas Mental Health munity involvement include working with Betty J. Baer, Feb. 5, 2014, Olathe, Kan. Survivors in- Kan. She was a cook at Baker sorority American International School of Muscat Center. The licensed community mental local nonprofit eating disorder treatment clude his wife, Vicki (Hayes) Leitnaker, ’79. Submit Alumni Notes: houses in the 1980s. in Muscat, Oman. He previously coached health center, founded in 1964, provides program Rock Recovery and lobbying Lois M. (Schlaegel) Levering, ’36, 100, girls basketball at Lawrence (Kan.) High mental health care and treatment for Baker University Alumni Relations Office Capitol Hill to promote treatment and Dr. Thaine E. Billingsley, ’49, 88, Febru- , April 10, 2014, Peoria, Ariz. [email protected] or 888.781.2586 ary 7, 2014, Harrisonburg, Va. Survivors School. children, adults and families in a five-coun- research with the National Eating Disorders Lynda (Mauch) Hayden McCray, ’58, 77, ty area that includes Saline, Dickinson, Association and Eating Disorders Coa- include: wife, Anita M. (Moore) Billingsley Monte Zillinger, MSM ’00, is the director of Zeta Tau Alpha, March 19, 2014, Liberty, ’47, William A. Bucher, Jr., ’49, 89, Sigma police training at BNSF Railway. He and his Ottawa, Lincoln and Ellsworth. She has 18 lition. She was also selected as the first Mo. Survivors include a brother, C. Alan Phi Epsilon, May 8, 2014, Overland Park, wife, Linda, live in North Richlands, Texas. years of community health center experi- American to receive an honorary research Mauch ’72; and a sister, Pam (Mauch) ence and is the former assistant director of Recent graduate fellowship at Huntercombe Hospital in Kan. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Kane, ’70. 2010s mental health for Kansas. awarded prestigious Edinburgh, Scotland, where she worked (Kessler) Bucher, ’49. Allen Miller, ’73, 68, March 1, 2014, Fort Samantha (Webster) Glover, MASL ’03, on the Ravello Project, a major study about Frank L. Callahan Sr., ’50, 86, Delta Tau is an assistant principal at Haysville (Kan.) Darcey Nance, Pierce, Fla. Survivors include his wife, Judy research grant the neuropsychological underpinnings of Delta, Feb. 14, 2014, Cave Creek, Ariz. He Middle School. In February, she was se- BA ’10, (left) (Christy) Miller, ’70. anorexia nervosa. She has presented work served on Baker’s Board of Trustees from lected as a Kansas Association of Middle is the director Lauren Breithaupt, BS ’13, was among J. Gale (Hieronymus) Mullis, 84, March 18, at the National Conference for Child and 1986 to 1988. School Administrators Exemplary Middle of graduate two George Mason Ph.D. students award- 2014, Mesquite, Nev. Adolescent Psychology. Patricia L. Castens, ’49, 87, Feb. 14, 2014, School Assistant Principal. She has been recruitment and ed the National Science Foundation’s 2014 83, Pittsburg, Kan. Barbara “Janis” (Whitley) Nichols, ’63, at Haysville Middle School for 15 years as outreach for the Graduate Research Fellowship, one of Breithaupt has studied eating disorders Dec. 26, 2013, San Diego. University of the most prestigious grants for graduate and body image issues since she was a Kathryn ‘Kathy’ L. (Simmons) Coe, ’53, an eighth-grade elective teacher, sixth- Carol (Getman) O’Dell, ’55, 78, Delta Delta Kansas School researchers. high school student at Blue Valley North- 84, , Feb. 9, 2014, Carrollton, Ga. grade science teacher and assistant prin- Delta, March 24, 2014, Richardson, Texas. of Engineering. west. In 2009, Breithaupt co-founded Wayne T. Ebberts, ’49, 87, Delta Tau Delta, cipal. She also has coached cross country, The Graduate Research Fellowship 72, April 5, REbeL, a nonprofit that educates students April 12, 2012, Kansas City, Mo. Patrick A. O’Malley, MSM ’98, track and cheerleading. Program supports students in science, 2014, Overland Park, Kan. technology, engineering, mathematics, about body image issues and creates Robert C. Harder, ’51, 84, , Jeremiah Gress, BS ’07, is the territory Davy Phillips, BA ’06, MLA ’12, was re- Dorothy J. (Filley) Rockers, ’42, 93, Alpha and social and behavioral science. In 2014, mentorship programs that attempt to have April 12, 2014, Topeka, Kan. He served sales representative at Overhead Door cently promoted to head women’s soccer Chi Omega, April 15, 2014, Independence, 2,000 fellows nationwide were selected whole communities of high school students on Baker’s Board of Trustees from 1973 Company of Kansas City. coach at Baker University. Kan. from 14,000 applications. build healthier relationships with their bod- to 1976 and was a Presidential Advisory Monica Hein, MBA ’07, and Daniel Dawn (King) Ramirez, ’13, is the human ies, their food and their peers. The group The Rev. Ralph A. Rosenblad, ’45, 92, Robyn Mehlenbeck, director of the Center Board member in 2012. Survivors include Donatelli were married March 8, 2014, in resources coordinator at GraceMed Health is based in Kansas City, and was featured March 3, 2014, Hutchinson, Kan. Survivors for Psychological Services at George Ma- his wife, Dorothy Lou (Welty) Harder, ’52; Newton, Kan. She is an insurance man- Clinic in Wichita, Kan. earlier this year on “The Today Show.” include his wife, Helen (Streeter) Rosen- son, has been impressed by Breithaupt’s a daughter, Anne (Harder) Marley, ’81; and agement associate in Overland Park, Kan. provides primary blad, ’45. Danelle Shaw, BSN ’02, work. Breithaupt is interested in studying and a son-in-law, Dennis G. Marley, ’79. 79, Patrick Howell, BS ’13, is director of mar- health care at the F.W. Huston Medical Clin- finding “the neurobiological underpinnings Gregory M. Haskin, ’72, 63, Delta Tau Marvel L. (Rogers) Sandon, ’56, keting at RepQue Inc. ic in Valley Falls, Kan. She is an advanced of attitude change evoked by cognitive dis- Delta, Sept. 17, 2013, Kansas City, Mo. April 14, 2014, Tallahassee, Fla. Survivors practice registered nurse. Shaw previously include her husband, Leo Sandon, ’57. Donald Hughes, BBA ’13, is the main- sonance,” she says. The study is potentially David M. Hill, ’68, 67, Jan. 28, 2014, Plano, tenance superintendent for Kansas City worked at the Midwest Rehabilitation in To- groundbreaking. As her grant application Texas. Mildred (Dahlstrom) Sellmeyer, ’50, 85, peka, treating neurological and orthopedic says, “no study to date has examined Zeta Tau Alpha, Jan. 30, 2014, Houston. Power and Light. Mildred (Whitley) Hollister, ’35, 101, Delta injuries and illnesses. She and her hus- whether or not a dissonance-based behav- Survivors include her husband, Ralph Lisa Janeway, EdD ’13, is the curricu- Delta Delta, April 24, 2014, Mission, Kan. band, Ryan, live in Holton, Kan., and have ioral intervention actually produces chang- Sellmeyer, ’49. lum specialist for Lee’s Summit (Mo.) R-7 Carol B. (Combs) Horn, ’47, 89, Delta two children, Katereina, 8, and Cale, 6. es at the neurobiological level that are 89, Alpha Delta Sig- School District. Delta Delta, Jan. 28, 2014, Lacey, Wash. Harold Siegrist, ’50, Don Sherman, BBA ’13, has been named associated with changes in attitude.” Her ma, March 10, 2014, Malden, Mo. Sofia Javier, BSN ’10, is a travel nurse. Survivors include her husband, Harold Westar Energy Inc.’s vice president, com- work may show that dissonance-based Ruth E. (Mangels) Williams, ’41, 93, Zeta She was recently assigned to Tarzana, E. “Hank” Horn ’48; a daughter, Cynthia munity relations and strategic partnerships. intervention can create permanent attitude Tau Alpha, May 4, 2014, Centralia, Kan. Calif. Her first assignment was in Houston. “Cindy” (Horn) Rogers, ’70; a son-in-law, In his new role, Sherman will enhance changes. Survivors include a daughter, Donald E. Rogers ’69; and a son, Steven Sharon (Wil- Jacqueline community relationships, develop strate- While an undergraduate at Baker, where Horn, ’73. liams) Lowry, ’77. Koch, BSN gic partnerships and continue to oversee she was an active member of Zeta Tau 37, ’11, (left) is a economic development in the Wichita Jennifer R. (Mortell) Jeffries, BBA ’04, Alpha sorority, Breithaupt was selected to April 2, 2014, Shawnee, Kan. charge nurse at metropolitan statistical area. participate in the American Psychological We also honor our veterans Stormont-Vail Nancy (Stevens) Kelly, ’68, 68, Zeta Tau Savannah Smith, BS ’13, is an admissions Association’s Summer Science Fellowship who are no longer with us. Regional Health- Alpha, March 24, 2014, Lincoln, Neb. counselor for Baker University. at George Mason. Care in Topeka, Survivors include her husband, Jeffrey W. “George Mason provides me the opportu- Kan. Britton Streck, BSN ’10, is a staff nurse in Kelly, ’68. nity to focus on research and get clinical pediatrics at Hospi- Sandy (Vinka) Kelly, ’72, 63, Zeta Tau Al- Justin Lane, BS tal in Kansas City, Kan. He recently was experience,” she says. “I’m definitely is an audit pha, March 30, 2014, Overland Park, Kan. ’13, awarded the DAISY Award, a national excited because I know this is what I want associate for Lauren Breithaupt presenting at the 2013 Cody L. Kitzke, MAEd ’13, 30, Jan. 30, recognition for excellence in nursing. (see to do. Baker has prepared me well.” KPMG. Honors Symposium. 2014, Haysville, Kan. page 20) 14 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 15 Let Thy Praises

photograph by Mark Hutchinson

Inge Balch, four concerts titled “Of Saints and Angels” J.D. Parr, professor of in Kansas City, Lawrence and Leavenworth. professor serving as a member of the American Nurs- art, and her of music, es Credentialing Center’s Content Expert Louis A. Levy, assistant professor of Ceramics I mathematics, spoke at ’s fifth served as Panel for Pediatrics. Schartz also attended wheel-throw- annual Brenneman Lecture Series on April an adjudi- the ANCC Board Certification Nursing ing class 3 in Hillsboro, Kan. He presented “Not All cator for the Conference March 19-21 and presented a in the spring created and sold bowls at Infinities are Created Equal” for a general Kansas State poster, “The Evolving Role of the Pediatric an Oxfam event to benefit the food pantry audience and “Exploring the Basics of Lie High School Nurse Practitioner.” in Baldwin City. In March at the National Algebras” for an audience of math majors Activities Joe Watson, associate professor of mass Council on the Education for Ceramic and faculty. Association’s media, attended the Central States Com- Art conference, Balch served on a panel Class 6A professor of business and munication Association conference April 2-6 critiquing work of students ready to enter Kevin McCarthy, Regional economics, presented “The Brand-Territory in Minn., where he collected the Top Paper Master of Fine Arts programs. More than Solo and Matrix Applied to North American Domestic Award from the Media Studies Division for 4,000 artists, teachers, museum and gallery Small En- Brands” on April 12 at the Midwest Decision “Her Ringtone is Lilliburlero: The Shadow of owners, scientists and students attended semble Festival at Blue Valley High School Sciences Institute’s annual meeting in Chi- History at the British Broadcasting Corpo- the international conference, including Bak- on April 5 in Overland Park, Kan. He judged cago. In March, McCarthy partnered with ration.” The paper was the first generated photograph MARK by HUTCHINSON er student Travis Shadrach. clarinet, sax and flute solos, and woodwind from his sabbatical trip to the BBC last Michael Hobbs,’14, to judge Partnerships ensembles. In March, Parr was the prin- Teresa L. Clounch, associate dean of with Business Project and American Enter- spring. Watson also was elected to serve Charles Kopke, right, presents the Jennie Howell Kopke and Verda R. Kopke Award cipal clarinetist for the Topeka Symphony students, was a co-presenter in the spring prise Conference at the Capitol Plaza Hotel as the division’s secretary next year. The fol- for Distinguished Teaching to Joe Watson. Orchestra’s annual School Days Concert at the Collaborating for Student Success: in Topeka, Kan. lowing year he will be vice-chair and in three Student Development and Academics Day at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. The years the chair. coordinator of student re- Conference at . She pre- William R. Miller, orchestra performed a pops concert with Mass media professor receives search in biology, gave an oral presentation sented “Supporting Students of Color from an “Old West” theme for approximately on “Tardigrades, a Microscopic Animal in a Orientation to Graduation.” 4,000 young students from schools across distinguished teaching award Visual World” at the California Academy of northeastern Kansas, including the Baldwin director of student life, was Randy Flowers, Sciences. He is helping the College of Arts Intermediate Center. recognized as the March national adviser and Sciences develop a significant tardi- A member of Baker University’s faculty Watson teaches courses in broadcasting, Tyler Price, assistant director of athletics of the month by the National Society of grade collection by updating the taxonomy since 2005, Joe Watson, associate profes- public relations, media law and media – communications, was voted an at-large Collegiate Scholars. and imaging its small existing collection sor of mass media at Baker University, re- theory. He has also taught courses about member on the NAIA-Sports Information Three faculty members — , and adding specimens from the current ceived the Jennie Howell Kopke and Verda media in popular culture, including a “Star Donald Hatcher Directors of America Board of Directors and — Research Experiences for Undergradu- R. Kopke Award for Distinguished Teaching Trek” Interterm course and a recent Quest Kevin McCarthy Marti Mihalyi in June during the organization’s annual were honored at Baker’s annual year-end ates work. Miller and his wife, Judy, also during May commencement ceremonies at 212 class called The Hunger Games as convention in Orlando, Fla. He will serve on awards banquet in May. Hatcher, professor participated in the Eighth Annual National the Collins Center. Allegory of American Pop Culture. the board for one year. of philosophy, was recognized with the Park Service and National Geographic The award recognizes a faculty member, Charles Kopke, a longtime supporter of Distinguished Scholar Award. McCarthy, Society BioBlitz of Golden Gate National Steve Rottinghaus, MSM ’14, director of without regard to rank or years of service, higher education, established the distin- professor of business and economics, Park. During the public part of the festival, public relations, served as a judge of the who has a record of excellence in teaching guished award in 1998 to honor his late received the United Methodist Church Ex- Miller found five species, including marine business ethics category at the Kansas and in transforming students into scholars, mother and late wife. Future Business Leaders of America State emplary Teacher Award. Mihalyi, assistant tardigrades, which are new to the bay area. who brings honor to the University and Previous winners of the award are Karen Leadership Conference on March 25-26 at professor of English, was honored with the In addition, a team from Humboldt State who exhibits good moral character. Wat- Exon (1998), Anthony Brown (1999), Lee the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Topeka, Kan. Distinguished Faculty Award. University in California, collected moss and son also received a $5,000 cash award for Green (2000), Rand Ziegler (2001), Inge lichen on vertical transects up the tallest being selected. Nanette Kraus, staff accompanist and Os- Sandra Schumm, professor of Spanish, Balch (2002), Darcy Russell (2003), borne Chapel musician, sang alto in March redwood and Douglas fir in the park. They presented her paper “El Camino in the Nar- “We have so many outstanding faculty Tracy Floreani (2004), John Richards with the Te Deum Chamber Choir, a semi- collected samples at more than 250 feet rative of Cristina Cerezales, ” at the Kentucky at Baker,” Watson said. “It’s a humbling (2005), Ryan Beasley (2006), J.D. Parr professional choral ensemble in Kansas above the ground and are sharing the sam- Foreign Language Conference on April 10-12 honor to be singled out among my peers. (2007), Cynthia Appl (2008), Cal Cink City that performs diverse sacred choral ples for analysis. The results will extend the in Lexington, Ky. I’m grateful to Dr. Pat (Long) for selecting (2009), Jacob Bucher (2010), Martha pioneer canopy work done on the Baldwin repertoire in a uniquely relevant context. Kathryn Schartz, assistant professor at the me and to Charles Kopke for creating a Harris (2011), Susan Emel (2012) and Sara City campus by the REU team last summer. way to honor the incredible teachers we Crump (2013). Eli Jones, ’10, also sang in the ensem- School of Nursing, in March attended a test ble. In November 2013 the choir presented development meeting in Silver Spring, Md., have at Baker.” BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 17

University to induct five into Hall of Fame Sports Five former Baker University standouts — Robert (Bob) London, ’79; Rayburn Moore, ’94; Janet Moore Nickel, ’78; Jimmie Rose, ’94; and Michael (Mike) Stouffer, ’70 — will be inducted homecoming weekend into the Athletics Hall of Fame. The five members will be honored on Friday, Sept. 26 at the Athletics Hall of Fame Ban- Shoemaker captures quet at 6 p.m. inside the DoubleTree by Hilton at 10100 College Blvd., Overland Park, Kan. first national wrestling title The event will take place the day before the Wildcat football team takes on Graceland at 2 p.m. in the annual homecoming game. Highlights Bryce Shoemaker grew up cheering for Baker. Participating in kids wrestling in grade Here’s a look at the 2014 Hall of Fame Class: school before becoming a two-time state

wrestling champion from Baldwin High Bob London London started at right guard for the Wildcats and in his two seasons School, Shoemaker closely followed the at Baker became a first-team All-Conference performer. He was a key Wildcats, especially after Baker launched contributor to the Wildcats’ first appearance in a Bowl game, the 1978 wrestling — a sport he loves — his eighth- . After Baker, London began a career in coaching. He grade year. The Baker family cheered for the was the offensive line coach at Arizona Western and University of New hometown star in March as the freshman Mexico. After a stint as an assistant coach at the University of Georgia, won the 133-pound weight class at the he returned to his home state of Arizona to serve as Blue Ridge High School’s assistant NAIA national tournament at the Kansas head coach. While at Blue Ridge, London helped lead the squad to 13 state titles. Expocentre in Topeka, Kan., becoming the program’s first champion. Rayburn Moore “Before the season, nobody really predicted Moore was one of the most prolific scorers in Baker men’s soccer me being a national champion, and neither history. He holds the record for most goals scored in a career with 86 did I,” said Shoemaker, who posted a 3-0 and was a four-time All-Conference winner. He earned NAIA honorable Wildcats finish year with Track and field team Garza named victory in the final over his competitor from mention All-America honors his freshman season and NAIA third-team Indiana Tech. “It was an overwhelming All-America his sophomore, junior and senior seasons. After graduat- nine conference titles post five All-America to third team moment and an unbelievable experience for ing with a 4.0 grade-point average from Baker, he earned his Doctor Baker University’s athletic program capped performances Heart of America Athletic Conference Player me and my family.” of Medicine in 2003 from University of Texas Southwestern. He now is a private practice another outstanding year with three con- of the Year BriAnna Garza, who led the The women’s track and field team closed As a newcomer, Shoemaker didn’t know gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. ference team championships in the spring. Baker women’s basketball team in points the season in style with five All-America what to expect his first year. He just wanted The Wildcats hoisted Heart of America Ath- (14.9 per game), assists (4.4) and steals Janet Moore Nickel performances at the 2014 NAIA Outdoor to make the Wildcats’ team, have a chance letic Conference banners in men’s outdoor (1.4), earned third-team All-America honors Nickel lettered in softball, basketball, volleyball and bowling while at National Championships in May in Gulf to compete and finish with a .500 record. track and field, women’s outdoor track and after leading the Wildcats to the national Baker and was an All-HAAC first-team softball player and MVP of her Shores, Ala. Once Shoemaker started to succeed and field and women’s golf to finish with nine tournament. Garza scored 25 points in a softball team. In 1978, she helped lead the Wildcats to an HAAC volley- win a couple of weekly conference honors, overall HAAC titles in 2013-2014. On the final day of the national meet, junior 78-72 loss to Bethel (Tenn.) in the second ball title. She then began a career at Hallmark in Kansas City, Mo., and 100-meter hurdler Tyler Sloan finished he raised the bar. coached high school basketball and volleyball. She led St. Pius X High In the fall, Baker claimed team titles in round of the NAIA Div. I national tournament fourth in 13.98 seconds. The 4x100-me- “Coming into the program I wanted to make School as the junior varsity and assistant varsity basketball coach. football, women’s cross country and men’s as the Wildcats finished 27-7. ter relay team of Billi Pipes, Kiana Turner, a name for myself,” he said. “As the season Nickel also was the assistant varsity volleyball and assistant varsity basketball coach at soccer. The men’s indoor track and field Lauren Allen-Brown and Diamond Griffith Yetmar Named HAAC progressed, I wanted to qualify for nationals, Bishop Ward High School in Kansas City, Kan. and women’s indoor track and field teams placed sixth in 47.27 seconds. become an All-American and then a nation- joined women’s basketball as the confer- AD of the Year On the first day of nationals, seniors Katie al champion.” Jimmie Rose ence champions during the winter season. For the second time since she was named Rose was one of the best receivers in the history of the Baker football Thurbon and Stephanie Nelson capped Shoemaker, a biology major with aspirations Baker’s director of athletics in 2009, The- program, earning first team All-HAAC honors in 1992 and 1993 and their outstanding collegiate careers with of becoming a park ranger at a national Golfers defend tourney resa Yetmar, BS ’02, MBA ’06, has been was named the NAIA National Player of the Week in 1993. He also All-America finishes. Thurbon, a two-time reserve, finished with a 34-7 record to set a championship recognized as the Heart of America Athletic earned NAIA first-team All-America honors in 1992 and 1993. At the national runner-up in the pole vault, placed school record for victories in a season. His The Baker women’s golf team claimed its Conference Athletic Director of the Year. time, he set Baker records with most receptions in a game with 14 and seventh in the event with a 3.55-meter last loss came in the regional final. second consecutive HAAC title, cruising to She was honored at the 2014 NAIA National most receptions in a career with 168. mark. Nelson, a national javelin champion a 13-stroke victory over Graceland. Led by Convention Awards luncheon in April in In the final national match, Shoemaker in 2012, placed fifth in the javelin with 41.49 top 10 finishers Kaci Dillingham, Lindsey Kansas City, Mo., for her leadership during recorded two points in the second period Mike Stouffer meters. Senior Katelyn Wolken also earned Mateer and Emma Tinsley, the Wildcats the 2012-2013 year. During that season, the with a reversal and added another point in Stouffer lettered all four years in football and baseball for the Wildcats. All-America status in the javelin, throwing posted a two-round total of 705 strokes. Wildcats won six conference team titles and the final period for riding time. He started at left tackle and at left guard and played at defensive end 40.63 meters to finish sixth. had 44 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes, at times, playing as a two-way starter. He was an honorable mention Dillingham placed third overall with a two- “My goal was to stay in good positioning, eight Capital One Academic All-District All-America offensive lineman his senior season and hit a career .344 day total of 170 strokes. Mateer finished Cooper top freshman let things come to me and not to force award winners and four Capital One Aca- for the Wildcat baseball program. The first baseman was twice se- fourth (173) and Tinsley seventh (179). For Baker newcomer Katt Cooper, a first-team anything,” said Shoemaker, the sixth seed in demic All-Americans. Baker finished with lected an All-Conference and All-District player. He taught elementary the second consecutive season, Karen All-HAAC softball performer, was named his weight class at nationals. “I knew I had the highest overall grade-point average of all physical education for 19 years and has been an elementary principal for 22 years. Exon was named the 2014 HAAC women’s the conference freshman player of the year a chance going into regionals to make a run 10 institutions in the HAAC that year. His schools have earned such honors as the National Blue Ribbon Award for Excellence golf coach of the year. at nationals. After my setback at regionals, I after recording a team-high 11 victories. in 2001. She struck out 145 batters and led the con- pushed myself and became more motivated ference in opponent batting average at .193. to win a championship.” BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 19

Some of the children “I love what Baker stands for and I love the professors,” she taught in kindergar- Hughes said. “I loved the opportunities Baker allowed me ten at Nike Elementary to have. It was small enough that you could try so many School seven years ago things and see what you are great at.” are now in their final In the classroom, Hughes absorbed as much informa- year of middle school. tion as she could from School of Education professors, in- “I can’t wait to see cluding Carolyn Doolittle, Verneda Edwards, Harold Frye, them again when they Peggy Harris and Karla Wiscombe. report this fall,” Hughes “I met so many great people, professors and students, said. “I am eager to see in the undergraduate and graduate programs,” Hughes how they have devel- said. “How could I not be a part of it and continue to work oped personally and on my doctorate? There are so many people with different academically.” backgrounds in the cohorts and you build a connection Hughes enjoys work- with them.” ing in a school with The mentorship provided by the Baker professors is students eager to learn. something she will always remember. The one year in Atchi- “I felt the professors in the graduate program were son provided Hughes there for me when I called — not just when I had a ques- an opportunity to tion about my studies but also to help with something I connect with a diverse was going through at work,” she said. group of students. “When you are able to find something you “I felt the professors in the graduate love, it is an awesome feeling to go to work program were there for me when I knowing you are making a difference,” called — not just when I had a question Hughes said. “I thought when I graduated from about my studies but also to help Baker I would always be a teacher because I loved teach- ing so much. When I began working more closely with my with something I was going through mentors in Baker’s master’s program and with my col- Administrative Duty Calls at work.” leagues at work, I thought going into administration was a Two-time Baker graduate soars to leadership position strong possibility.” Hughes became familiar with Baker in the late 1990s When she is not receiving guidance from her former when her brother Bryan Brutto, BA ’00, MASL ’06, played professors, Hughes cherishes those moments when her nown for her high energy, determination and willingness to try something new, Brooke (Brutto) football for the Wildcats. As a pre-teen, she and her family colleagues take the time to pass along their wisdom. While Hughes, BS ’07, MSSL ’10, isn’t one to sit still for long. traveled from their home in Olathe to watch games at teaching at Pioneer Ridge Middle School in Gardner, she Since graduating from Baker University with an undergraduate degree seven years ago, Hughes . On game days, Hughes would wander welcomed an important piece of advice from administra- has taught kindergarten, third grade and the fifth grade and served as a student support coordinator through the Baldwin City campus. tor Dave Webb. K— all for the Gardner Edgerton (Kan.) School District — before becoming the intermediate principal of Atchison “I knew when I was 10 years old that Baker was going “He showed me the importance of building relation- (Kan.) Elementary School in 2013-2014. She recently returned to Gardner as the assistant principal at Wheatridge to be the perfect place for me,” she recalled. ships,” Hughes said. “When I realized how central rela- Middle School. While an undergraduate at Baker, Hughes was a mem- tionships are to your growth and development, that is “I love new opportunities,” said Hughes, who has completed her first year toward a Doctor of Education in Ed- ber of sorority and student council. She when doors began to open for me. Everybody has certain ucational Leadership at Baker. “Any time something opens up, I take it if I know I can grow and become a better was the student representative on the presidential search areas they excel in. As a teacher and administrator, it’s up professional and better serve the students.” committee that selected Pat Long as the Baker president to us to get the staff on the right bus and right seat. You Hughes returned to Gardner this summer to begin her new administrative role at Wheatridge, home to 600 in 2006. Hughes also met her future husband, Shaun can’t understand their areas of expertise until you have students in the fifth through eighth grades. She has gained experience in special education, staff development, Hughes, BS ’07, on the first day of her freshman year a relationship with them. That works the same way with behavior management, educational technology, and curriculum management and design. In her new position, when the two attended a magic show sponsored by the students.” she will be involved directly with discipline, hiring, positive behavior and athletics. Student Activities Council.

Brooke (Brutto) Hughes, center, BS ’07, MSSL ’10 and a Baker doctoral student, recently returned to Gardner to become the assistant principal at Wheatridge Middle School. BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 21

Homecoming Weekend September 26-27

Athletic Hall of Fame Induction and Student-Athlete Awards Banquet Friday, Sept. 26 — 6 p.m. DoubleTree by Hilton 10100 College Blvd., Overland Park The University will honor the Class of 2014 inductees with a special celebration at the annual Baker Athletic Hall of Fame Induction and Student-Athlete Awards Banquet. The newest class features Robert (Bob) London, ’79; Rayburn Moore, ’94; Janet Moore Nickel, ’78; Jimmie Rose, ’94; and Mi- chael (Mike) Stouffer, ’70. The induction ceremony will take place at Making People Feel Better 6 p.m. as the former Baker standouts share their experiences from their days as a Wildcat. For the fourth consecutive year, Baker will recognize the current NAIA All-Americans, All-America Scholar-Ath- Young patient’s nomination leads to national honor for nurse letes and All-Heart of America Athletic Conference performers who played a key role in the Wildcats’ success in 2013-2014. iagnosed with cardiomyopathy when he was “She wrote the sweetest nomination letter for me,” The cost to attend the banquet is $40 per person. 16 years old, Britton Streck, BSN ’10, remem- Streck said. “She talked about how she met me, how I told For more information about the evening event, contact bers communicating regularly with nurses her how brave she was and that when I left I always gave the Baker Alumni Relations Office at888.781.2586 during his regular trips to the hospital as a her a hug.” or [email protected] Dteenager. During the visits he admired the nurses for their Streck always has enjoyed working with children. He ability to ease his concerns and keep him positive, espe- has spent years coaching and assisting with camps. Alumni Tailgate Luncheon cially after being told he could not participate in athletics “I love taking care of children so much, and I’m a big Saturday, Sept. 27 — Noon because of the condition. kid myself,” he noted. “You become a part of their life and Tent outside Liston Stadium Four years after graduating from the Baker University love it.” Before the homecoming game kicks off, you and your School of Nursing, Streck relates to his patients the same Being a parent to infant daughters who needed medical family are welcome to join other Baker alumni and friends way, helping children through tough times, as a staff nurse attention also has helped Streck relate better to patients. at the Alumni Association’s FREE tailgate luncheon across from Liston Stadium. Stay after the meal to cheer on the in pediatrics at The University of Kansas Hospital. Crista- Streck and his wife, Stephanie, also a nurse, are parents of Wildcats to victory. bell, a 9-year-old patient battling cystic fibrosis, took note Savanna and Madelynn, who were born two months pre- of his compassion and recommended him for the presti- maturely. The twins, who spent 2 ½ months in a neonatal Wildcat KidZone gious DAISY award, a national recognition for excellence intensive care unit, turned one on July 6. in nursing that he received earlier this year. “Their journey into this world helped me be a good Saturday, Sept. 27 — Noon Northeast corner of Liston Stadium “As a teen, I think my condition gave me insight to nurse as well,” she said. “It helped give me insight as to Back by popular demand for our young Wildcat fans, the KidZone know what it is like to be a patient and that you might what the parents feel. You never know what that is like features a variety of entertainment. A bounce house, slides and not know what will happen or the outcome will be,” said until you have your own children.” moonwalks — free for children under 12 years old — will provide Streck, who lives with his wife and year-old twin daugh- Streck is becoming so popular with his patients that hours of fun for the kids. Supervised by Baker students and staff, the ters in Gladstone, Mo. “It helps me deal with the kids and they often request him, Allison Malicoat told the KC Nurs- area is open two hours before kickoff and will continue throughout know what they are going through just a little bit. As a ing News. the game. nurse you work every day to make people better. Making “He is an outstanding nurse on our unit,” said Malicoat, people feel better is a big deal.” the nursing manager of pediatrics at KU Hospital. “He Baker University The DAISY award, an acronym for diseases attacking really touches the lives of our pediatrics patients.” vs. Graceland the immune system, is designed to thank nurses for their Streck believes his two years at the Baker School of Saturday, Sept. 27 — 2 p.m. education, training, brainpower and skills and the care Nursing in Topeka helped prepare him for a successful ca- Liston Stadium they put into their work. reer and developed his ability to connect with the patients. Watch the defending Heart of America Calling it the highlight of his young career, Streck was “I loved each and every one of my teachers at Baker,” Athletic Conference champion and NAIA honored to receive the award. He keeps Cristabell’s letter Streck said. “They become friends more than teachers. national quarterfinalist Wildcats, coming in his locker at work. During the award ceremony, Crista- I felt I received a great education there. It set me up for off a record-breaking season, take on Graceland in a key contest. bell leaped into his arms. being a good nurse today.” Share your Baker pride with us in September! 22 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 Anatomy To the rescue Richardson Earl by photographs of a Student Coach’s quick response helps save life

ance Brumley, ’94, heard his phone ring as he repairing a valve from an stood at the starting line of a seventh-grade boys undetected, pre-existing heart cross country race hosted by Nixa Junior High condition. That emergency on Creative writing in September of 2013. Brumley, a high school a September afternoon kept Berblinger recently served Lscience teacher and varsity cross country and track coach Logan in the hospital until as editor of Watershed, at Nixa High School in Nixa, Mo., was working the junior December. Baker’s literature and arts high meet with some of his high school athletes. Caring for athletes has been on Brumley’s mind since magazine. As a creative Brumley rarely hears his phone and says his wife, he attended Baker. Wanting to become an athletic trainer, writing major, she loves to Chris (Billups) Brumley, ’97, gets on him for not answer- Brumley majored in biology and played on the Baker foot- work closely with student ing. But he heard it ring this time, and it saved a boy’s life. ball team. After graduating in 1994, he earned a spot on artists and writers to create “I think God’s hand was in that deal,” Brumley said. ’s coaching staff for the fall of ’94. Brumley a publication that pro- comes from a family of educa- motes student work. “It’s a pretty humbling experience to think that could happen to tors. His mother was a teacher and his father was his high one of your athletes and you just have to step in and take over. I school football coach. When A sociology and English major from look at them as an extension of my family. Their parents trust me he realized athletic training Hesston, Kan., Carly Berblinger is wasn’t the right path for him, passionate about a liberal arts education. to take care of them. I don’t take that responsibility lightly.” he went back and got a degree Faithful student in education. She will enter her senior year this fall with plans As a Baker Ambassador, It was a series of “happened to’s” that saved Logan Brumley took a course in CPR after college and, al- to attend graduate school and pursue her love Berblinger depends on Young. Brumley happened to hear his phone. His high though he wasn’t certified, learned more about it and oth- laughter and silliness paired school students who followed runners through the course er medical procedures just by being around athletics. Four of poetry and education. As an admissions with an important discussion in case of injury or an emergency happened to have his or five years ago, CPR training and certification became assistant, she shares her enthusiasm for on how to live a Christian life number. mandatory for all coaches in Missouri. as students. Through the pro- They told Brumley something was wrong. One of the The investment and connection between a coach and Baker with prospective students and gram, she has met students runners had collapsed. his players is strong. Brumley spends every afternoon their families. Berblinger has learned from various backgrounds By the time Brumley reached a clearing in the woods with his cross country and track athletes for 28 of the 36 and perspectives, connecting where Logan laid, someone else was on the phone with weeks of the school year. He wants them to succeed, but to embrace opportunities outside the Baker students to chapel and 911 who happened to be an off-duty EMT. A parent who he also wants to keep them safe. classroom, participating twice in the religious life on campus. came over to help happened to be an ER doctor. “It’s a pretty humbling experience to think that could It all fell into place and every advantage that could happen to one of your athletes and you just have to step in Inside-Out Program, a class that brings have helped Logan happened. and take over,” Brumley said. “I look at them as an exten- together Baker students with incarcerated Brumley began administering CPR. It might have only sion of my family. Their parents trust me to take care of women at the Topeka Correctional Facility been for a minute before the sirens from the ambulance them. I don’t take that responsibility lightly.” could be heard in the background. Logan’s heart hadn’t Logan and Brumley reunited at a banquet on March 19 for a three-credit-hour course in sociology. started yet, but it was a minute that kept Logan alive. in Springfield as Brumley received an Everyday Heroes She also studied abroad in spring 2013 at EMTs continued CPR in the ambulance and were able to Award sponsored by the American Red Cross. get Logan’s heart started on the way to the hospital. It is a situation that Brumley says you train for and Harlaxton University. “A lot of medical people say it could have saved his think will never happen until it does. He just hopes some- life,” Brumley said. “I don’t know. If anything, I was able to one will be present and ready the next time something This fall she will work with freshmen as a get some oxygen to his brain and lessen the effects. (The like this happens. That there will be another set of “hap- Student Salon leader. Student mentor ambulance) may have been there in record time to save pened to’s” that will save another life. An orientation leader for two years, Berblinger is the current his life.” “I have a third-grade daughter and I’m thinking this “This opportunity allows me to make deeper Wildcat Welcome Orientation Executive. She has a passion for Logan, a seventh-grader from Lebanon, Mo., spent could be my kid,” Brumley said. “I hope someone else will connections with incoming students, and challenge new students and loves to see them find their place within the two nights in the ICU in Springfield, Mo., before being be there for her.” campus community. She thinks orientation is an excellent op- transferred to Kansas City. He had open-heart surgery, them to grow as students and community portunity for students to step out of their comfort zones, begin members,” she said. long-term friendships, and familiarize themselves with all of the experiences available to them. BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 25 Alumnus nominated for Academy Award

professionals who either managed to strike lightning in a cation professors Richard Bayha and Harold Cordry made bottle or perhaps have been grinding for decades to make during his four years on the Baldwin City campus, where an impact in their profession, and I feel like the best part he worked as a disc jockey for KNBU and was a writer for of the experience was getting to speak with those people the Baker Orange newspaper. and share our experiences, because most people don’t do “He was very encouraging,” Tubach recalled of Bayha. this with awards in mind — they are simply film fans who “He wanted to know what we were doing with the re- are trying to make the best films they can.” sources we had to create cool projects like music videos In his supervisory role on the film, Tubach worked and how to create a linear story, cutting things together to with the director, producers and other department heads make a good presentation package.” to create the visual effects. On the set, he analyzed what Cordry helped develop Tubach’s writing style. was being shot to help create the best possible visual “He helped me understand the journalism side and result once the film went into post-production. Tubach, what it meant to write for a particular audience,” Tubach who has worked 15 years with ILM, spent about half the said. “Writing skills never go out of style.” shoot time on set in Los Angeles and Visual the other half back at his San Francisco office “getting prepped and ramped up” “I enjoy writing and I feel have a penchant for it. for post-production. Once the shoot- ing wrapped, the team took on all the Studying mass communications at Baker exposed primary design duties for the film and Effectiveness worked on modeling and texturing all me to a lot of different things. My interest in film and the assets — ships, buildings, weapons ake way on the red carpet for Patrick up next to us. They then waded casually out into the and digital character and prepping movies never waned.” Tubach, ’96. Tubach and his wife, Tavis, throng of eager photographers, creating a frenzy on the effects techniques, including creating rubbed shoulders with the brightest Hol- carpet in their wake, which we happily followed in.” fire, lava and explosions. Then they lywood stars in early March at the 86th Tubach was thrilled to be part of a team competing started rigging the assets to move by animating, lighting, Tubach thought he was headed for a career in journal- MAcademy Awards outside Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. against “Gravity,” “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,” rendering and compositing them into shots. ism before connecting with Cinesite in Los Angeles at a The Baker graduate participated in the annual celebration, “Iron Man 3,” and the “Lone Ranger” for the iconic gold Tubach personally spent most of his time helping out time when the digital effects industry was exploding. joining three other members of his Industrial Light and statue. “Gravity” eventually was awarded the Oscar for on the look of red jungle planet Nibiru, the interior of the “I enjoy writing and I feel have a penchant for it,” Magic team for their stellar work on J.J. Abrams’ “Star best visual effects. Nibiru volcano, the black ship Vengeance and future San Tubach said. “Studying mass communications at Baker Trek Into Darkness,” an Oscar nominee in the best visual “There is no losing once you are nominated,” said Francisco. exposed me to a lot of different things. My interest in film effects category. An associate visual effects supervisor Tubach, originally from Simbsury, Conn., and the son of “Working with our art director to conceptualize future and movies never waned. You take that first job out of at ILM, a motion picture visual effects company, Tubach Paul Tubach, ’64. “I work with a tremendously talented San Francisco was a real thrill given that I am a resident of college and see where that leads. Once you get that foot in served as the co-visual effects supervisor in the production group of artists in San Francisco and Singapore and it is the area,” he said. the door, you have to keep it there. I am glad I stayed with of the science action film. the daily back and forth with the artists about how to im- Tubach has served in various artistic and management that career path.” “It was an honor to be in the company of such talented prove shots, solve problems and come up with mind-blow- roles at ILM since 1999. He started as a compositor, com- He recently completed work on “Transformers 4: Age filmmakers and craftspeople and to represent the VFX ing images that makes the work truly special. J.J. Abrams bining visual elements from separate sources in single im- of Extinction,” which was released in late June. Tubach artists who worked so hard on ‘Star Trek Into Darkness,’” creates these amazing films, and I had lot of faith J.J. was ages to create the illusion that all these elements are parts takes pride in enhancing a movie through creative visual Tubach said. “We had the luck of getting stuck at the red making another great movie. We weren’t really thinking of the same scene. Then he transitioned to lead composi- effects. carpet entrance for quite a while waiting for the rest of our about the Academy Awards when we worked on this tor, compositing supervisor and 2D department supervisor “It was a thrill ride working on the Transformers film,” group to arrive and were able to exchange head nods with movie. before his current role. he said. “One of the best things about working on this fran- A-list stars as they paraded by. When we finally did get our “The thing I will take away is that there are a great The groundwork for Tubach’s development in visual ef- chise is that it is constantly pushes our people, tools and chance to walk onto the carpet, we were asked politely if many nominees at the awards who, like myself, are not fects was laid more than 20 years ago as an undergraduate technology to top ourselves in ways we previously never we could wait one moment as Brad and Angelina saddled particularly well known. There are many regular working at Baker. He remembered the difference Baker communi- thought possible.” More than 600 alumni reconnected with classmates to Alumni share memorable stories during Alumni Weekend. The fun filled weekend opened with the annual Wildcat Classic at Alvamar Golf Course in Lawrence, Kan. More than 200 golfers teed it up on Friday to raise $31,000 for 2014 scholarships to benefit student-athletes. Meanwhile inside • MAY 16-18, Weekend the Alvamar clubhouse, nearly 30 women attended the BAKER UNIVERSITY inaugural Girls Just Wanna Have Fun event, featuring wine and cocktail tasting, as well as a massage and shopping with local vendors. Guest speaker Jennifer ’64 (Kinard) Johnson, ’94, shared her story as a young survivor of breast cancer. Later that night at Indian Hills Country Club in Mis- sion Hills, Kan., members of the Class of 1964 received their golden medallions and alumni award recipients were honored at a recognition din- University dedicates student center ner. Other alumni gathered for a casual evening at the Sports Cave efore an overflowing crowd of alumni and and Circle of Women displays. The Pillars highlight do- Bar & Grill in Overland Park, Kan. friends, Baker University officials dedicated the nors who contributed at least $500,000 to the project, and Alumni and their families re- $7 million Dr. Patricia (McCaslin) Long Student the Circle of Women celebrates those who gave at least Golden Alumni (Left to Right) 1st Row: Carole (Curless) Hawk, Sandy turned to the Baldwin City campus Center during Alumni Weekend. $25,000. Mather, ’49, provided “Marty Bread,” a recipe (Crockett) Lewis, Lynne (Harrison) Wilson, Anita (Patrick) White, Lana Rae on Saturday to enjoy a lunch at (Shaw) Higgins, Linda (Volz) Amyx, Becky (Price) Stanley 2nd Row: Chris Inspired by a lead gift from Baker Trustee Susanne she has perfected over the years, for the coffee bar at the the new dining hall while wel- B (Mears) Haynes, Jean (Eimas) Sinchak, Donna (Garrett) Kelley, Suzanne Richardson Teel, the center was completed a couple of dedication. (Stoskopf) Sedgwick, Suzanne (Farmer) Craig, Bill Foley, Bill Hall, Ted coming the Class of 2014 to the days before the ceremony on May 17. “We built the project around what students requested,” Goode, Ken Snow 3rd Row: Jerry Jones, Mike Amyx, Steve Dudley, Jim Alumni Association. In the afternoon “When students walk into this building, why wouldn’t said Susan Lindahl, executive vice president for adminis- Larson 4th Row: Tim Dorr, Jon Vannerson, Bill Sedgwick, Jim Craig, Don outside Osborne Chapel, more than 40 couples renewed Kimble, Pete Clark, Don Crow, Bill Speer 5th Row: Robert Blaine, Bill Scott, they want to come to Baker?” Dr. Long asked the crowd. trative services and chief operating officer. their wedding vows in a special ceremony officiated by Bill Soper, Bob Irby, Norman Samuelson 6th Row: Raymond Hulse, Bob Teel will always think of the center as Dr. Pat’s Place. Keefe, Steve Daeschner retiring Minister to the University Ira DeSpain, ’70. Orange coffee mugs with a special Dr. Pat’s Place logo For more photos from Alumni Weekend, commemorated the occasion. go to www.flickr.com/photos/bakeru. “When students walk into this building, why MEMORIES wouldn’t they want to come to Baker?” Dr. Long asked the crowd. Family of the Year: The Breithaupts — Spencer, Joann, Carter, Lauren, Carolyn and J.C. “She’s left her mark on the past, present and future of Baker University,” Teel said of Long. The center features the Susanne Richardson Teel Din- ing Hall, the Marty Mather Student Lounge and Harter Dr. Long with Cecil Miller, ’53 Union. Donor contributions are recognized on the Pillars

20 14 Alumni Weekend spread: Photos by Alyssa Petrik and Mark Hutchinson Dr. Long with Marty Mather, ’49 Dean Desmarteau, Ryan Seager, Connor Bechard, ’12 Nathan Ourada and Chris Costello Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony 28 BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 Alumni Calendar BAKER PROUD | Summer 2014 29

GreekBaker University’s fraternities andSuccess... sororities capped another successful July 26 Athletic Hall of Fame year of philanthropy and activities. 4 Student-Athlete Awards Banquet Independence Day Here is the list of the award winners campus closed DoubleTree by Hilton for the 2013-2014 academic year: 6 p.m. social Greek Week 2014 7 p.m. dinner Sorority: Alpha Chi Omega and August Fraternity: Zeta Chi 20-23 Five-Star Chapters Sorority: Delta Delta Delta Wildcat Welcome 27 Homecoming Fraternity: Zeta Chi Tailgate luncheon, noon, Greek Man of the Year tent outside Liston Stadium Timothy Laughlin, 25 Weekly chapel services are held First day of classes KidZone, noon Greek Woman of the Year in the Clarice L. Osborne Memo- Sara Bell, Alpha Chi Omega Baker v. Graceland, 2 p.m. rial Chapel Thursdays at 11 a.m. Greek New Member of the Year Sorority: Lauren Freking, Zeta Tau Alpha 28 “Capturing Neptune’s Realm” throughout the academic year. Fraternity: Luke Miltz, Zeta Chi 28 4:30-6 p.m., Exhibit opening “The God Committee” Chapter President of the Year Holt-Russell Gallery 2 p.m., Theater production Sorority: Sierra Wallace, Delta Delta Delta Rice Auditorium Fraternity: Benjamin Sobek, Zeta Chi September Spirit of Service Award 24 Nurse Emerita Ruth Sarna, nominated by Delta Tau Fall choral concert Delta and Delta Delta Delta 1 October 7:30 p.m. Adviser of the Year Labor Day First United Methodist Church Jennifer Bruce and Katie Glasscock, Delta Delta Delta campus closed 5 House Director of the Year Symphonic Winds Concert Kathleen Thomas, Alpha Chi Omega 3:30 p.m., Rice Auditorium 25 photograph by Earl Richardson BU Visit Day 5-6 “The Kingfish,” 9-10 Know someone who should be a Wildcat? 7:30 p.m., Theater production Fall break 30 Rice Auditorium Inauguration of President Dr. Lynne Murray 15 13 Marching Festival Call Cheryl to set up Family Weekend Liston Stadium a campus visit. 25-27 18-19 “The God Committee” Maple Leaf Festival Cheryl McCrary, ’87 and MLA ’13 7:30 p.m., Theater production Rice Auditorium Director of the Campus Visit Experience For Wildcat sports schedules 785.594.7891 | [email protected] www.bakerU.edu/athletics www.bakerU.edu/visitbaker

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& NOW Freshman officers from the Class of 1963, Gary Burke, Ann Clatworthy, Sharrie Farrar and Mike Elder, visit outside the student union.

Baker University students and alumni enjoy the Marty Mather Student Lounge, part of the new Dr. Patricia (McCaslin) Long Student Center.