VOL 26 NO 1 FALL 2013 The Frostburg State University Magazineprofile Bringing Learning to Life Innovative Experiences Are the Hallmark of an FSU Education Retirees Keep on Giving 13 | Bobcat Hall of Fame 26 | Homecoming Weekend Schedule 30 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EXPERIENTIAL EDUCatiON PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS LEAVING A LEGACY profile From the President Vol. 26 No. 1 Fall 2013 n the business world, it is not uncommon students, faculty, staff and alumni who make up to hear people talk about “the brand.” But the Frostburg family. We need to keep raising Profile is published for alumni, parents, friends, zeroing in on exactly what that means can the bar on our academic excellence, through the faculty and staff of Frostburg State University. be a challenge, especially for an institution ways we promote FSU and recruit students. We President like Frostburg that has changed so many will be taking our enrollment in some exciting Dr. Jonathan C. Gibralter lives in so many ways. Defining that new directions so that we continue drawing the Iinner feeling is incredibly difficult and yet, in best students to our University. Vice President for University Advancement March 2012, we began a journey to redefine As alumni, you play a vital role in helping Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas Frostburg’s brand, a thorough us better define our brand and share it with Editor and intensive process that potential future Bobcats. Many of you are Liz Douglas Medcalf has included working with involved in your communities in important Senior Writer a market research firm to ways; support your alma mater by talking about Becca Ramspott conduct focus groups, surveys Frostburg and inspiring new generations of Design and thoughtful discussions students. Come back to campus to share your Ann Townsell ’87 with our many constituents. success story with our students. Mentor them Joni Smith We have come to realize that as they prepare for the job market by offering Colleen Stump our brand is not a logo or a internships or even by having simple one-on- Contributing Writers slogan, though these elements one conversations with them at FSU events. Tell Noah Becker M’06 certainly help communicate your local guidance counselors, your neighbors Barbara Filer it. What a brand really is is with college-bound kids, the parents you meet Candis Johnson Deborah Kelly ’13 a connection, a feeling that at local organizations and your local school Skye Pinney resonates with everyone when boards why you love your alma mater, why Photographers they think about us. Frostburg is a great choice for students looking Two presidents, Dr. Catherine Gira and Our marketing research for larger-than-life learning in a supportive Doug Baer Dr. Jonathan Gibralter, representing nearly 23 Noah Becker M’06 years of tenure as leaders of Frostburg State pointed us in some good educational environment. Look to your circles Shannon Gribble ’98 University, came together to honor Library directions to better identify of influence and see where you can share Deborah Kelly ’13 Avalon Ledong Director Dr. David Gillespie on his retirement what that unique connection Frostburg’s accomplishments and milestones. Liz Douglas Medcalf (see related story on page 13). is. We know that FSU stands As we continue to spread the word about Korey McCaffrey out in providing countless Frostburg, through our new brand and through Bill Merlavage opportunities for our students to experience new recruitment and retention strategies, we Skye Pinney Becca Ramspott the real world through hands-on research, need more foot soldiers than ever, and you, our Brianne Reason ’10/M’11 internships, volunteer work and performances, alumni, are so important to that effort. Dave Romero including opportunities like presenting business We will be launching our new marketing Joni Smith strategies to executives at Adobe Systems, Inc., campaign this fall and developing some strategic Colleen Stump Ann Townsell that open the doors to career development new ways to reach prospective students. Thanks (see page 22). for your leadership, involvement and support in Editorial offices are located in 228 Hitchins, Frostburg State University, 101 Braddock Rd., We have also come to realize that we need sharing our story and ensuring there are even more Frostburg, MD 21532-2303; phone 301.687.3171. to do a better job of celebrating our greatness. stories in the years to come. Frostburg State University is a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. We have so many incredibly bright, talented Frostburg State University is a smoke-free campus. Sincerely, FSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution. Admission as well as all policies, programs and activities of the University are determined without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap. FSU is committed to making all of its programs, services and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. To request accommodation through the ADA Compliance Office, call 301.687.4102 or use a Voice Relay Operator at 1.800.735.2258. Dr. Jonathan C. Gibralter, President ON THE COVER: For the past two summers, FSU students have participated in Impact China, a program designed by the College of Business to foster in-depth understanding of Chinese business. Increasing study abroad opportunities is one of the cornerstones of Frostburg State University’s experiential learning initiative. At the 142nd Commencement in May, President Gibralter presents a diploma to Michael Spriggs, Jr. ’13, a foreign languages and literature major. Spriggs’ service dog, Jazz, was suited up for the occasion, too. Please recycle me or pass me on to a friend! ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS LEAVING A LEGACY profileVol. 26 No. 1 Fall 2013 6 APPLE FOR THE TEACHERS DEPARTMENTS Frostburg State University salutes five outstanding educators who have been honored as the best in their respective regions. Your 2 NEWS alma mater is proud of you! • Nursing a “Best Buy” • STARS Silver • RecycleMania Feat 7 ADOBE SYSTEMS EXEC HONORED • College of Distinction – Again “(Craig) Bowman is a pure example of a successful alumnus of the • The Language Company in Frostburg College of Business who always speaks very highly of Frostburg State • Military Education in Europe University and the quality of education that he received from our • Faculty Achievements institution,” said Dr. Ahmad Tootoonchi, dean of the College of Business. • BURG Outstanding Again 6 ALUMNI NEWS • Excellent Educators • Good as Gold • Books by Alumni • White Advances Aircrew Safety 16 BRINGING LEARNING TO LIFE • New Ways to Be Involved Writing business or marketing plans for real firms. • Zook Heads VIVUS Dancing in a professional company. Serving as • Counties Honor Hutcheson ambassadors in model international forums … and real ones. Performing research, then presenting • Small Film With Big Names findings to peers or clients. These are just a few of the • Fields of Dreams ways that FSU makes classroom theory come alive. • Senior Send-Off • Tennis Is a Family Affair • Salting the Earth • ROTC Brothers Stick Together • Management Capstone • Stay Connected • Student Ambassadors in China • Real Marketing Clients 12 FOUNDATION NEWS • Bahamas Representatives • Students on the Line • Dancers Turn Pro • Retirees Give Back • New Named Funds • Alumna Sees Distinctions • M&T Helps Transfers • Thank You, SECU 14 PNC Banks on Children’s LITERACY Thanks to the PNC Foundation, the Children’s Literature Centre has 26 SPORTS been able to expand its Adopt-School program and add a fun and • Five Join Hall of Fame inspirational feature to the annual Pirate’s Ahoy festival, part of • ’73 Women’s Lacrosse the ongoing support PNC has provided toward the education of • Pre-Title IX Athletes Honored young children. • Riggleman Managing AAA Team • Spring Sports Wrap-up • Student’s Campaign Supports Grieving Team 27 NEW STADIUM BUILDING ON THE RISE • Longabardi Joins Suns A new support building in Bobcat Stadium, one of the latest pieces in the ongoing upgrade of the athletic complex, will be complete this fall. 32 CLASSNOTES It will serve multiple teams and their fans with features like athletic • Calendar of Events training facilities, team rooms, concessions and a media suite. • Milestones 35 IN MEMORIAM 36 THE LAST WORD See you at Homecoming! OCTOBER 24-27 See schedule on page 30 1 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS LEAVING A LEGACY CAMPUS INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS NEWS Nursing Program Ranks FSU Achieves STARS Silver Rating for Sustainability Efforts TLC-Frostburg Unites University and The Language Company FSU-UMUC Collaboration to in Bringing International Students to Maryland Fifth Nationally as a FSU has achieved a STARS Silver Rating in recognition of its sustainability efforts from the Association Offer Secondary Education The Language Company, an organization that provides English-as-a-second- for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, to Military in Europe GetEducated.com Best Buy language instruction and cultural opportunities to individuals seeking Assessment & Rating System, is a new program that measures and encourages sustainability in all FSU’s online Bachelor of Science in Nursing educational, professional and personal enrichment, has teamed up with FSU FSU will team up with University of Maryland program has been ranked a “Best Buy” by aspects of higher education. to open TLC-Frostburg, a new branch of the company aiming to bring more University College to offer its undergraduate GetEducated.com, the consumer guide to online “Through the accurate and up-to-date data provided in this assessment, we demonstrate we’ve colleges, in its independent review of online made sustainability a high priority and significant part of our institutional culture, international students to the Western Maryland area. education program at military installations across nursing programs. FSU’s RN to BSN completion something that is manifested through our educational programs, practices and Europe, part of a major Department of Defense program ranked fifth among all competing facilities,” said President Gibralter.