ss ll ll ee Wu-Min Deng Wu-Min c c ee pp aa hh “It just hooked me,” she said. (Continued on page 15) s While earning her M.B.A. at FSU, s duced to the concept of marketing when her father, the late“Chuck” Gilbert — Charles a former serv- iceman, test pilot and ex- aerospace ecutive — would take her to his of- fice on the occasional weekend to watch him work. Later,as a student at FSU, she took her first marketing course and was captivated by the subject. “Marketing is a great way toat look the world. Whether you’re talk- ing about sellingservices products or and you’reshaping talking minds about andleader, there hearts are a as lot of marketing a that youprinciples can al- translate, most literally,products from and services into leading marketing people.” Crofton accepted a graduate assist- antship with marketing Professor Emeritus Persis Rockwood, who specialized in marketCrofton also served as president of research. the FSU Marketing Club,worked to give real-world students which experience. tt aa hh t t ss mm ss ii nn aa “It didn’t really matter Early in life, was Crofton intro- Since Crofton’s beginning hh

with the Disney1977, organization the in corporate climb has been a steady one of because her willing- ness to turn learning into a lifelong Inendeavor. 27 years with Disney, she seems to have done it all. From sales tohotel convention operations and account services, she hasproached ap- the challenges ofnew as position fresh opportunities each to further the Disney mission — to provide the finest in family enter- tainment and create magical mem- ories. whether I was in a staff role or a di- rect operating role, Ivery connected to always the felt mission and vision, and always could easily see how my role, no matter what I did, aligned withCrofton said. that purpose,” The keeper of the kingdom Crofton named president of Walt Disney World said who Crofton, earned her bach- elor’s degree in marketing in 1974 and a Master of Adminis- Business tration degree in 1975, bothFSU. from “I honestly wakeday up and think, ‘This every is going toa be great day.’” FSU Photo Lab / Michele Edmunds Michele / Lab Photo FSU Courtesy Walt Disney World Resort World Disney Walt Courtesy cc ee (Pro- m m rr PNAS ee vv oo oocyte, oocyte, the cells sur- cc oocytes has broad impli- broad has oocytes nn “I was thinking one day right “We “We have a identified novel in a the “Such bio- discovery that in explained or- Poulton EGFR that shows study “Our (Continued on page 15) u u after we launched theMillion ‘Year of Dreams’ a guestthat I initiative do really have my dream job,” University alumna MegCrofton Gilbert was named presidentWalt of Disney World Resort. She is the fourth personwoman and to the holdmakes first her the for responsible keeping job,the which popular, 35-year-oldFlorida central resort profitable, its 59,000 employees productive and its mil- lions of guests happy. component in component the of that polarization signals the and egg fruit-fly the determine the anterior-posterior positioning of its head and said. Deng ab- domen,” logical model Drosophila provided for in where, ex- cations humans, by de- are brain the in neurons ample, in- interpret to polarized, or signed, from formation the sense organs, to polarized are cells intestinal and and them move up take nutrients said. he bloodstream,” the into der to ensure cell polarity in the Drosophila signal- classic a activate it rounding Epider- the as known pathway ing mal Growth es- is also that a process in (EGFR) Factor Receptor in humans to development sential and a wide of range organ- other isms. surrounding cells in the activation a off turn to acts oocyte fruit-fly the halt- Dystroglycan, as known gene ceedings of the National Academy National the of ceedings Sciences). of edition of edition the journal ss tt ss ii gg oo ll oo ii b oocytes oocytes (unfertilized t t Disney theme parks this world, the around Million a of “Year the is Dreams.” For one b UU n a landmark study, biologists study, landmark a n at Florida State ge- University a specific uncovered have netic and molecular mecha- That’s That’s because many of the This past August, Florida State Florida August, past This The The research performed by Results Results from the FSU study SS Meg Gilbert Crofton Gilbert Meg FF nism that regulates cell polarity — polarity cell regulates that nism composi- or shape asymmetric the func- proper a to cell’s critical tion in findings researchers’ The tioning. eggs fruit-fly may help some to and clarify dystrophy muscular how humans. in develop cancers genes involved in the de- the cell-to-cell trigger that communication velopment of cell Drosophila polarity play- known are in also eggs) fruit-fly dis- those of pathogenesis the in ers eases. By Libby Fairhurst Affairs Public and News FSU By Jeffery Seay Chief in Editor longtime Disney executive, the idea the executive, Disney longtime that beyond meaning on taken has apt- It slogan. marketing catchy a of ly describes her feelings about a a is dream that titles job in change true. come FSU Assistant FSU Assistant Professor Wu-Min S. John student doctoral and Deng of bio- in the department Poulton better a foster could science logical of overall understanding polarity it why and — develops it how and conse- dire with sometimes doesn’t, — quences in other types of cells organisms. and were described in the Aug. 22, 2006, 22, Aug. the in described were A

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Tallahassee, FL 32310-6068 erayMrh2007 February–March 2 / February–March 2007 February–March 2007 / 3 West Point gains FSU alumnus as superintendent By Bayard Stern cluding the Distinguished Service and humbling when they offered While at FSU, Hagenbeck was Managing Editor Medal and the Defense Superior me the job. The challenges I face are a graduate assistant football coach Why We Chose Service Medal. Prior to starting his probably similar to (FSU President) under Bobby Bowden, with whom Lt. Gen. Franklin G. Hagen- post at West Point, he worked at the T.K. Wetherell in that we need to he still keeps in touch. He assisted beck’s military career started when Pentagon and was the deputy chief constantly be working to ensure that defensive-ends coach Jim Gladden WESTCOTT LAKES AT SOUTHWOOD he graduated from the U.S. Military of staff G-1, of the U.S. Army. we have a steady, predictable stream during the 1977 season. Academy at West Point, N.Y. After “Being deputy chief of staff of resources, and that means talent- “Being at FSU was one of the steadily moving up the chain of was a big job,” he said. “I had over- ed people and dollars that come best times I ever had,” Hagenbeck SPONSORED BY FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY command for more than 30 years, sight of 1.1 million soldiers and a from a variety of sources.” said. “It was a great change to go the Florida State University alum- budget of about $50 billion-plus. I College students all over the from five years where I had been out nus has been asked to come back as was still a staff person who had country may be similar in some re- in the fields with Army units to the academy’s 57th superintendent. quite a bit of autonomy under our spects, but many West Point stu- come back to Florida and to live in “It’s a real honor,” said Hagen- chief, but nonetheless had a very di- dents already know what they will Tallahassee. beck, who assumed the post in June rect reporting chain right there in the do after they graduate, according to Having the opportunity to be a 2006 after being nominated by Pres- Pentagon. I have a little more free- Hagenbeck. Franklin Hagenbeck graduate assistant with Bobby Bow- It’s a Gift to ident Bush the previous February. dom as superintendent.” Hagen- “The students here face the den allowed me to see pieces of the “It’s such a prestigious institution, it beck said his new position gives him same challenges that any other uni- a Master of Science degree in exer- university that a lot of folks don’t get Our Children took me back a little bit when they pause to reflect, and he faces differ- versity students face,” he said. “But cise physiology in 1978. He went on to, and I developed some lifelong offered me the position.” ent kinds of responsibilities than he in addition to that, they know at the to teach at West Point in the depart- friends there.” Over his distinguished career, did in his previous assignments. conclusion of their four years here at ment of physical education until Hagenbeck’s connection to Hagenbeck has commanded at “I never aspired to do this be- the academy that they will be com- 1981; during that time, he also FSU now extends to his children. “ every level, from company through cause it seemed so far-reaching,” he missioned as second lieutenants. earned a Master of Business Admin- His son graduated in 1991 and his division. His service includes a stint said. “Some of the men who have The probability of them being per- istration degree from Long Island daughter graduated in 1993. He as the commanding general of the sat here include (Generals) Douglas sonally involved in the global war University. His military education added that he tries to attend FSU Army’s 10th Mountain Division, MacArthur and Maxwell Taylor. I on terrorism is a reality.” includes the Army War College, the football games at least once a year. ” which fought with coalition forces in never thought I would ever be su- Hagenbeck graduated from Army Command and General Staff Hagenbeck is scheduled to Afghanistan in 2002. He has been perintendent of West Point. That’s West Point in 1971. While in the College, and the Infantry Advanced give FSU’s spring commencement highly decorated, with honors in- why it was a little overwhelming Army, he attended FSU and earned Course. address on Saturday, April 27. Association expanding outreach through Seminole Clubs, special events, programs Westcott Lakes — a dynamic new Picture yourself at a spectacu- dent a cappella group. The list of nity to speak with the deans of oped by what is referred to as FSU’s ni Association. ® Life Fulfilling Community for lar choir performance. Then imag- ways to immerse yourself in Flori- some of the university’s finest fine- “cultural campus.” Program op- “It has been frustrating to read ine hearing the light tapping of a da State University via speakers, arts programs, as well as faculty portunities also are numerous at the so many accolades about FSU aca- adults age 62+ where you truly can dancer moving across a stage. programs and performances can be and students, when the Alumni As- FSU Panama City Campus. The demic achievements yet not to be “have it all”: A maintenance-free, endless, and the FSU sociation hosts an opening recep- highly competent faculty there and able to learn more in depth through Barry Alumni Association has be- tion for the annual “FSU in NYC” the diversity of their specialties programming,” noted one volun- etired appellate judge country-club lifestyle. Faculty-like gun planning ways to event on May 4-7. (See the related means that campus guests, class- teer. Another club member added R Adams make such cultural oppor- article on page 6.) room speakers and open forums for that his family wanted to attend tunities available to our Other programs already have alumni are possible to consider. For events “with more lofty appeal, as Jim Joanos and his wife Betty Lou — campus privileges. A 10,000-square- President Alumni Association alumni all over the United been tested. Last year, three Semi- all alumni who are seeking to well as programs that open a way both Florida State alumni — were the foot Fitness Center. Plus, the security States. nole Clubs were instrumental in co- change careers, begin a new voca- to give back toward the success of For instance, Feb. 7 ordinating regional orientation pro- tion or identify their areas of job in- FSU.” LEARN MORE!! first to sign up for Westcott Lakes. and assurances that only a true found the dean of the FSU grams for incoming FSU students terest and strength, open invitations We are listening and working College of Motion Picture, Televi- and their parents. Not long after she to attend association-sponsored ca- to identify the resources, volunteer “We didn’t really have to think twice Think about an impassioned appeal Information Sessions are held Life Care community can provide. by a lecturer who is discussing the sion and Recording Arts as a guest arrived, the new dean of the FSU reer-assessment programs — with leaders and clubs that can help regularly at The Florida State Alumni about it,” they say. “This will be a Middle East crisis. Indulge your cre- speaker at a Southern California College of Business visited with the expert staff of the university’s sponsor a broad base of alumni pro- Center, 1030 West Tennessee Street, If Westcott Lakes sounds like ative thoughts after viewing the col- Seminole Club event. The FSU Col- club leaders in California, as well as Career Center — will be available. grams. Please write or e-mail me Tallahassee. Call for details. first-class community affiliated with a ors and the subjects illuminated on lege of Music is working together the East Coast. In a recent poll for our month- ([email protected]) if you something that’s right for you, a painting. Imagine the expecta- with the association to sponsor a On the drawing boards are ly e-newsletter, “Torch Light,” a have particular program speakers first-class university — offering lifelong make it a priority to learn more. tions of the young people assem- springtime evening for alumni and weekend programs for families on number of Alumni Association or performers in mind. Above all, bled for a candid preview of what friends in South Florida that fea- the Ringling campus in Sarasota members indicated their desire to when the music begins playing (or learning opportunities, stimulating CALL TODAY: 1-866-510-1515 OR VISIT college life is like. 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McMahon’s book makes Lengyel and from the ABC televi Top 100 lists sion show ILostJ Matthew Fox For Florida State University who plays Red Dawson FSU Alumni Association to host ‘family camp’ this summer history Associate Professor Darrin The bestknown FSUMarshall McMahon connection is Dawson who was an If the idea of spending quality en participants to an international happiness is assistant coach at Marshall and re time with the family at a tropical re- destination and have focused on writing a book in the American Academy of Micro ties Smith a  graduate and cruited many of the sort this summer sounds like a cross-cultural experiences and that makes The biology in recognition of his Iout Strom a  graduate were in players who died in dream vacation, then the Florida awareness. New York standing contributions to the sci ducted into the Circle of Gold the plane crash State University Alumni Association “There are others that have de- A former member of the FSU TimesL  ence and profession of microbiolo Dawson usually has the perfect offer. veloped around campuses that are gyJ Alumni AssociationLs board of direc I Notable drove to the games In partnership with Alumni nearly vacated in the summer tors Smith is the vice chairwoman because he was wary Books of the Soto takes national Family Getaways, the FSU Alumni months, and those camps, some- YearJ listing of the College of Human SciencesL of flying Following McMahon insurance spotlight Association has arranged for FSU times called alumni colleges, have McMa Development Board She was cited the tragedy he alumni to take over the entire Divi often had a strong bias toward aca- honLs book IHappiness: A HistoryJ Florida State University alum for personifying the universityLs tra stayed on at Mar Carina Bay Resort on St. Croix, U.S. demic lectures and the arts. The FSU is a look back at  years of nus Alex Soto BA L  internation dition of excellence and for her de Frank Masi shall for one more camp being held on St. Croix com- Western politics culture and al affairs who is president of the termined leadership and extraordi Linden season Virgin Islands, June 23-30, 2007. Miamibased insurance agency In nary ability to get things done A lesserknown Prices start at $2,850 (plus airfare) for bines a little of all three and offers thought in an effort to understand FSU grad pens screenplay that soughtafter yet most elusive Source is currently serving a  Strom the owner and presi connection involves Bowden a family of three, and reservations parents and grandparents an excep- of states It is one of  of the list month term as president of the In dent of Champion Chevrolet of Tal Florida State University alum IPeople should know that Bob can be made through the FSU Alum- tional value with a good variety of ingLs non fiction titles dependent Insurance Agents & Bro lahassee was cited for providing the nus Jamie Linden has written the by Bowden is featured in KWe Are ni Association Web site at options — from tours to recreation- In addition the book also ap kers of America His term ends in Seminole Boosters with quiet lead screenplay for the motion picture MarshallLJ Linden said IBowden www.alumni.fsu.edu. Just click on al activities and from classroom- Divi Carina Bay Resort on St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. peared on the Top best book September ership and for inspiring confidence IWe Are MarshallJ which was re was the coach at West Virginia Uni the “Alumni Family Camp” icon for type presentations to purely rest and lists for  of The Washington The Independent Insurance and resolve leased in December versity in  when the crash hap details (www.alumni. fsu.edu/ relaxation. The program opens an op- horseback riding. water sports and crafts to off-site ex- fishing. In addition, sightseers and Agents & Brokers of America is a na Linden a graduate of Post and Slate magazine Winegardner pens pened West Virginia and Marshall afg.html). portunity that many of our alumni Golfers even can practice their cursions. Children even can play historical buffs can explore sugar- tional alliance of  business FSULs College of Communication al ‘Godfather’s Revenge’ were recruiting rivals although “Family camps sponsored by and friends might not find attractive swing at the driving range. The re- soccer with island teams and learn cane plantations and landmark Zollar wins second owners and their employees who ready had a twomovie contract they didnLt play each other all that alumni associations have become in- if offered by another organization.” sort offers group and private instruc- island dance. Finally, for adults and buildings that date back to the 1700s, Bessie Award offer all types of insurance and fi FSU creative writing Professor with Warner Bros before deciding much and Bowden did something creasingly popular,” said Barry At this first-rate resort in the tion for activities such as tennis and children alike, Carina Bay offers un- and can visit tropical rain forests. To Florida State University alum nancialservices products Mark Winegardner is drawing top on the topic for the project It has pretty amazing for the L Marshall Adams, president of the FSU Alum- “unspoiled paradise” of St. Croix, scuba diving. limited loafing and unstructured re- learn more, contact Paula Moyer of na Jawole Willa Jo Zollar who is the reviews for IThe GodfatherLs Re two important FSU connections: coaching staff which we depict in McGee named top ni Association. “There are some as- FSU alumni can participate in just Specially for youngsters, Carina laxing on its beautiful beaches. the FSU Alumni Association at fam- founder and director of Urban Bush vengeJ his second sequel to Mario Red Dawson a former FSU All the movie As soon as I found out community college CEO about any activity imaginable — ei- Bay has a five-day camp with activ- St. Croix is the home of Buck Is- ilycamp@ alumni. fsu.edu or (850) Women and is the FSU Nancy PuzoLs IThe GodfatherJ American wide receiver who played about that part of the story during sociations that have hosted families 644-2767. For a Family Camp pack- Smith Fichter Professor of Dance Florida State University trustee The highly anticipated IThe alongside the legendary Fred Bilet my research I knew I had to put it at camps in secluded park-like set- ther with or without the children. On ities tailored for children ages 6 to 8 land National Park and the Cruzan won her second New York Dance and alumna E Ann McGee BA L  GodfatherLs RevengeJ published nikoff and graduated in ; and into the script tings, where programs are some- the water, there is scuba diving, (“Pirates”), 9 to 11 (“Beachcombers”) Rum Distillery in Frederiksted. et, send a postcard to Family Camp, and Performance Award H also MA L  Nov   moves the Corleone Bobby Bowden FSULs head football IBoth Red Dawson and Jack times akin to the old summer camps snorkeling, windsurfing, kitesurfing and 12 and above (“Adventurers”). Apart from the resort, the island FSU Alumni Association, 1030 W. known as a IBessie AwardJ H this communica family onto the biggest stage of all: coach Lengyel are friendly with Bobby that many of us experienced. There and sailing. On land, there is tennis, The fully supervised camp fea- boasts two 18-hole golf courses, off- Tennessee St., Tallahassee, FL 32304- past September tion; MS L  the intersection of organized crime The movie tells the story of a and we sent him the script pages he are other family camps that have tak- miniature golf, eco-hiking and tures many activities, from on-site road Jeep excursions and deep-sea 7719. The Bessie established in   education and national politics It follows tragic plane crash that killed most of was featured in for his approval The honors out who has WinegardnerLs IThe Godfather Re the  Marshall University foot actor who played Bobby did a great Marshall, Brinson and Woodyard receive honors at Homecoming standing and served as the turnsJ which became an instant ball team which was flying back to job although heLs  feet tall or so bestseller after its release in fall By Browning Brooks innovative president of West Virginia after playing East so heLs way too big ItLs basically a and the university. Woodyard is an Seminole  Carolina University LindenLs screen Director, FSU News and Public Affairs achievements cameo but BowdenLs scenes were FSU College of Business associate in Community Winegardner is the Janet Bur play focuses on MarshallLs subse some of the highestscoring ones in in dance and business law and real estate. related per College since roway Professor of English at FSU quent football season and its strug our test screenings ILve even had UF During Florida State Universi- “Faced with a distinguished formance in  was McGee To learn more visit wwwmark gle to recover and rebuild The fans come up to me and tell me how ty’s 2006 Homecoming celebration pool of applicants, Garnet and Gold New York given the dis winegardnercom movie stars Matthew McConaugh much they like that section of the tinction of AmericaLs best commu ey as MarshallLs new coach Jack this past November, three people re- Key wanted to award the Ross City Zollar ‘Renegade’ yearbook returns movieJ nity college chief executive officer ceived awards in recognition of their Oglesby Award to someone who Zollar won in the IChoreogra for  After more than a decadelong ‘Seminole Family’ statue unveiled exceptional service to FSU. strongly encourages and aids stu- pherCreatorJ category for her work This past October the Associa hiatus Florida State UniversityLs an A lifesize castbronze statue honoring Florida State UniversityLs Former FSU President J. Stanley dents in all endeavors here at FSU,”

nual student yearbook IRenegadeJ FSU Photo Lab / Bill Lax IWalking with Pearl … Southern Di tion of Community College Trustees namesake tribe the Seminole Tribe of Florida made its debut this past Marshall received the Bernard F. FSU Photo Lab / Bill Lax FSU Photo Lab / Bill Lax said Garnet and Gold Key Vice Pres- ariesJ which was developed at the honored McGee with the Marie Y arrived during the fall semester October during a special ceremony that was attended by tribal repre Sliger Award and Flying High Cir- J. Stanley Marshall Richard W. Brinson William M. Woodyard ident Sarah Rodriguez. “Dr. Wood- Maggie Allesee National Center for Martin Chief Executive Officer With a theme of IRevivalJ the sentatives The statue ISeminole Family in BronzeJ was designed and cus Director Richard W. “Dickie” yard serves our university by teach-   edition is the first since Choreography housed in the FSU Award which recognizes the created by the fatherandson artist team of Bradley Cooley and Bradley Brinson received the Grand Marshal sity community who has, through ucation, and was founding editor of only has been an outstanding repre- ing both in the College of Business tremendous contributions made by FSU stopped producing the year Journal of Research in Science Teach- department of dance Cooley Jr of Lamont Fla It depicts a typical Seminole family as it might Award, both given by the FSU his or her efforts, made a major con- the sentative, mentor and instructor for and the College of Law. He is an ad- a community college president from book in the  s ing. have appeared around the time of the Seminole Wars of the th cen Alumni Association. In addition, tribution to the fulfillment of the in- Active in civic affairs, Marshall FSU and its students, particularly viser to a number of organizations Karl elected to National among the  chief executives of While many colleges and uni tury Under constant threat from the US military family members in College of Business Associate in stitution’s mission. Marshall served those who participate in the FSU Fly- and that number grows every year, Academy of Sciences the nationLs community colleges versities across the country are elim received the Lifetime Leadership the statue appear concerned and watchful As they make their way Business Law and Real Estate from 1969 to 1976 at the university’s Award from Leadership Tallahassee. ing High Circus,” Adams said. “He including the Business School Allo- Florida State University alum inating their yearbooks because of along their path the father carrying a rifle guards his wife young son Three elected into William M. Woodyard received the helm during a period that was tu- He was appointed by Gov. Jeb Bush also has been greatly admired by cations Committee and Garnet and nus David M Karl who earned a a lack of interest FSU is bucking the and infant child It stands in front of the TK Wetherell Building Circle of Gold Ross Oglesby Award, given by the multuous on many American cam- thousands of alumni and friends of Gold Key. He brings an inspiring doctorate in biological oceanogra trend by resurrecting the timehon to FSU’s first Board of Trustees and, sense of dedication to each of these phy in   The Florida State University ored tradition student-run Garnet and Gold Key puses. in 2004, was confirmed to the State the university, who have recognized was elected Alumni Association recently has rec To learn more visit honorary society. All three honors “Dr. Marshall is the third FSU University System’s Board of Gover- his commitment and dedication as organizations and is always there to in fall  ognized three alumni with Circle of yearbookfsuedu were presented during the FSU president to be accorded this highest nors. an adviser, director and staff mem- lend a helping hand or offer a token Gold awards: Kevin W IKenJ Alumni Association’s 2006 Annual Alumni Association honor,” Adams ber. In the 60th year of the Flying of wisdom. Dr. Woodyard also is to the Na Richard W. “Dickie” Brinson tional Acade Cashin Paula Peters Smith and Lar Homecoming Awards Banquet. said. “It recognizes the service, wis- High Circus, this award is easy to ap- largely responsible for the cultiva- my of Sci ry O Strom FSU Alumni Association Presi- dom and fortitude that propelled The Grand Marshal Award preciate; he stands out not just as a tion and success of many students ences He In September  Cashin was dent Barry Adams described the him through his presidential tenure. honors an individual for his or her symbol of Homecoming spirit but as on this campus.” and Mark given the award for his exceptional awards banquet as an embodiment leadership and service to the state of one of the true instigators of spirit, Recognized as a “Favorite Pro- He is highly regarded among both Florida State Times Thiemens leadership and support in advancing of what Homecoming at FSU is all faculty and former students and has Florida and to FSU, and it designates determination and the ‘can do’ atti- fessor” by the in the institution and the athletic pro PhD L about: love of alma mater, fondness been an outspoken supporter and the honoree as the standard-bearer tude found so commonly among 2001, Woodyard has been a nominee gram Cashin a Tallahassee resident Karl are the only for a special place, exceptional pro- fan of FSU for many years.” of the spirit of Homecoming. Brin- our students and alumni.” for the FSU Undergraduate Teach- two FSU who attended FSU in the early fessional and personal achievement, As head of FSU’s department of son, who has been the director of the ing Award (2005 and 2006); has oceanogra  s is the president and coown William M. Woodyard and often-untold service and com- science education, Marshall became FSU Flying High Circus since 1972, served as an instructor for FSU Inter- phy alumni to be so honored er of Florida Mobile Home Supply mitment offered in support of a re- a leading figure both nationally and joined “The Greatest Collegiate The Ross Oglesby Award orig- national Programs; and has been a Karl an oceanography profes Inc of Tallahassee He was cited as Show on Earth” as a performer in inated in 1973 and each year goes to member of the selection committee sor at the University of Hawaii has an alumnus who is dedicated suc markable university. internationally in science education. 1965 and became assistant director in an FSU faculty or staff member who for the FSU WebStars and a scholar- received numerous awards cessful and always there when FSU J. Stanley Marshall He is a fellow in the American Asso- throughout his career for his work needed his support and advice ciation for the Advancement of Sci- 1969. His association with the circus has, for 10 years or more, exempli- ship-committee member of the FSU in microbial oceanography In  In November  during the The Bernard F. Sliger Award ence, served for five years on the spans 41 of its nearly 60 years. fied the highest order of integrity, Center for Civic Education and Serv- FSU Photo Lab/Bill Lax he also was elected to a fellowship universityLs Homecoming festivi recognizes a member of the univer- AAAS Commission on Science Ed- “Richard ‘Dickie’ Brinson not service and commitment to students ice (2004-2005). 6 / February–March 2007 February–March 2007 / 7

FSU, in cooperation with dozens of gen- Altmire wins Pennsylvania’s erous sponsors and members, presents Sev- en Days of Opening Nights each year to bring 4th Congressional District world-class artists to the region not only for the enjoyment of general audiences, but also By Jeffery Seay to work with students. Artists and perform- Editor in Chief Peterson and gaining valuable political expe- rience. He was an active participant in the con- ers each year provide unique opportunities On the last day of his final class as a stu- gressional debate on health-care reform, and for student interaction through master class- dent at Florida State University, Jason Altmire he drafted and helped bring to the House floor es, lectures, readings, exhibits and other dis- (B.S. ’90, political science) received a tip that the first constitutional amendment regarding cipline-specific experiences. would effectively help to set the stage for his congressional term limits ever to receive a vote Tickets are available through the FSU election to the U.S. House of Representatives in the House. Fine Arts Ticket Office, (850) 644-6500, or on- more than 16 years later. Altmire, who is a De- During that time, Altmire also met his fu- line at www.tickets.fsu.edu. Ward Bowden Martin mocrat, was elected this past November to ture wife — FSU alumna Kelly Fagen (B.S. ’91, FSU introduced Seven Days of Opening represent the 4th Congressional District of political science). She, like Altmire, had Nights in 1999. Since its inception, the festi- Three from FSU inducted Pennsylvania. worked on the Peterson campaign and had val has brought world-renowned artists and As he was walking out of the classroom joined his Washington staff upon her gradua- performers to Tallahassee, including Pulitzer that day with plans only to tion from FSU. Prize and Academy Award winners, dance into national halls of fame graduate and return home to The Altmires were mar- companies and musical ensembles, musical Pittsburgh, political science ried in 1996 and today have theater and films premiering in Tallahassee. Their names are legendary. Their years of After relatively short stints at Samford Associate Professor Kathleen two girls, 7-year-old Natalie Now in its ninth year, the festival has show- achievement stand tall. And for three Florida and West Virginia, Bowden came to FSU in Kemp pulled him aside. and 5-year-old Grace. cased world-class performers and artists State University icons, recent honors are rich- 1976 and has since become a one-man institu- “Professor Kemp said, “I would not be here such as the Boston Pops, Garth Fagan Dance, ly deserved. tion. With 359 career wins in 41 seasons, he has ‘Hey Jason, there’s a Democrat were it not for the experience violinist Joshua Bell, mezzo-soprano Denyce Coaches Mike Martin and Bobby Bow- won the most games in the history of Division named Pete Peterson who’s I had at FSU,” he said. “I real- Rosanne Cash Graves, international musicians, Pulitzer den, and alumnus Charlie Ward each have I-A college football. running against the Republi- ly want the people in Tallahas- Prize-winning writers, and respected stage Paul Taylor Dance Company been recently inducted into national halls of Bowden was pleased to have been in- can incumbent for Congress. see and especially the people and screen actors. fame to ensure that future generations can ap- ducted with Ward, who is thought of as being A lot of people think Peterson at Florida State to consider me Corporate sponsors include Florida preciate their tremendous contributions to the greatest football player in FSU history. doesn’t have a chance to win, to be their second congress- State University, Altria and Tallahassee Com- sports. “I think anytime a person is inducted in- but I think it would be a good man. I really feel like I owe Mike Martin to any kind of hall of fame, the people that are experience for you to work on them because of what they’ve In early January, Martin was inducted in- going in with him, surrounding him, is kind his campaign,’” Altmire said. Jason Altmire done for me.” to the American Baseball Coaches Associa- of a personal thing,” Bowden said. “To be go- “So I was interviewed and got tion/Louisville Slugger Hall of Fame. ing in with Charlie is very good, I love that.” hired to work for the Peterson campaign, U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire (D-Pa.) isn’t the “It was a very humbling experience,” Today, Ward is an assistant coach for the which lasted from April 1990 until the election. only newly elected Seminole in Congress Martin said. “I was overwhelmed with joy. It National Basketball Association’s Houston Peterson won, and he brought me up to these days. makes you reflect on so many things. This job Rockets. (Washington) D.C. If all of this hadn’t hap- Florida State University alumna Katherine By Fran Conaway has been an unbelievable blessing for me and While at FSU, he set 19 school records, in- pened, my entire life would be different.” “Kathy” Castor, a Democrat from Tampa, Fla., has won Florida’s 11th FSU University Communications my family. It has to do with the relationships cluding 27 single-season touchdowns and a Altmire’s plans upon leaving FSU were Seven Daysmunity College. Other sponsors:of Opening Nights Congressional District. Castor earned her Gold Circle I have accumulated over the years and it career-total offense of 6,636 yards. One of the quite different from the ones he began with. : Capital City Bank, Cham- Juris Doctor degree from the FSU College seems all are in the area of baseball.” 1993 team co-captains, he passed for more As a freshman in the fall of 1986, he was a breathtaking journey through pion Chevrolet and Legacy Toyota. of Law in 1991. Her congressional district Benefactor than 5,700 career-total yards and ran for bet- walk-on wide receiver for the Seminoles and, Martin, who is the winningest coach in covers a large portion of Hillsborough the arts awaits audiences for the : Meridian Healthcare the history of the FSU baseball program, be- ter than 850. like many freshmen, was unsure of which ac- ninth season of Seven Days of Group, Publix and the Florida Lottery. County and slivers of Pinellas and Guarantor came FSU’s head baseball coach in 1980. Now After graduating from FSU in 1993 with ademic path to follow. Manatee counties. Opening Nights, Feb. 12-27. : BB&T, Carlton Fields, Col- with more than 1,400 career wins, he has led a Bachelor of Science degree in education, “I played football for a couple of years. It Castor and Altmire will join two other FSU Topping the itinerary of Florida State lier Interiors Inc., Datamaxx, Florida Retail the Seminoles to 12 College World Series ap- Ward opted to enter the NBA rather than the was a big part of my early time at FSU, but I alumni in Washington. Rep. Allen Boyd of University’s annual festival of the fine and Federation, The Gem Collection, New Leaf pearances and 27 consecutive NCAA region- National Football League, despite his remark- had a knee injury that finished me off,” he Florida’s 2nd Congressional District performing arts are a Rosanne Cash/Kris Mark, Peter Brown Construction, St. Joe and al appearances. able football success. He played for 11 seasons said. “Once the football side was gone, I fo- earned his bachelor’s degree in business in AKristofferson combo, Rita Coolidge with the other fine businesses and organizations. Bobby Bowden and Charlie Ward Media sponsors Tallahassee Democ- in the NBA, nine of which were with the New cused on political science, which was some- 1969. Sen. Mel Martinez of Florida John Pizzarelli Quartet, the dance company : The rat Tallahassee Bowden and Ward were inducted into York Knicks. thing that I was always interested in.” earned his bachelor’s degree in social sci- of Paul Taylor — known as the world’s great- , Comcast, WCTV, Cumulus, ence in 1969 and a law degree in 1973. Magazine Florida Trend the College Football Hall of Fame in Decem- “After listening to what it takes to get in, After he graduated from FSU, Altmire est choreographer — and renowned cellist /Rowland Publishing, ber 2006. I’m very honored,” Ward said. would spend the next eight years working for Lynn Harrell with the University Symphony and FSU University Communications. Orchestra. For more information, call (850) 644-7670 The whirlwind Seven Days cultural tour or visit www.sevendaysfestival.org. includes Ireland, with The Irish Rovers; By Lela Shepard ‘FSU in NYC’connections that showcase provide an important bridge Dance joins the Collegeset of Music infor featuring new May talent who will become 4-7 tomorrow’s South Africa’s Ladysmith Black Mambazo; FSU University Relations to professional careers in the arts. several talented music-theater students and blockbuster-makers and professionals.” “Flags of Our Fathers” author James Bradley; “’FSU in NYC’ introduces students to the faculty at the Alvin Ailey American Dance In addition to the music-theater students’ and actor Joshua Kane’s “Gothic at Mid- Florida State University students and professional art world and allows audiences Theater, as well as focusing on FSU’s interna- performance at the Alvin Ailey American night.” All-American stops include crossover faculty will showcase their academic and to see that Florida State creates talented and tionally recognized center for choreographic Dance Theater, the College of Music will jazz from The Manhattan Transfer, young pi- artistic talents when the university presents a prepared students promoting our programs research — the Maggie Allesee National Cen- showcase its percussion faculty and top stu- ano prodigies The 5 Browns and jazz piano series for music, theater, dance and film and faculty,” said Sally McRorie, dean and ter for Choreography. dents in a Carnegie Hall recital. veteran Marian McPartland. lovers in New York City during the first week- professor of the FSU College of Visual Arts, FSU’s College of Motion Picture, Televi- “The program at Carnegie Hall will fea- Also on the jam-packed schedule: a spe- end of May 2007. Up to 70 FSU students, pro- Theatre and Dance. sion and Recording Arts, also known as the ture music inspired by Japanese tradition, In- cial Prism concert; the premiere of a film by fessors and staff members will travel to the The FSU College of Music; the FSU Col- Film School, will screen eight to 10 of the best dian music and dance, and the epic poem FSU professors, “The Trees Have a Mother: “City That Never Sleeps” to perform at fa- lege of Motion Picture, Television and Record- student films produced during 2006. Screen- ‘Merlin’ by Edward Arlington Robinson,” Stories of the Amazon”; art exhibits (“Afro- mous venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Alvin ing Arts; and the College of Visual Arts, The- ings will be held at the chic Angelika Film said Don Gibson, dean of the College of Mu- Provocations” at the Mary Brogan Museum Ailey American Dance Theater and the An- atre and Dance will produce the marquee Center, a multiplex where screens are located sic. The group also will play two commis- of Art and Science, as well as “More Is More gelika Film Center. acts, with the FSU Alumni Association and underground and whose café is a regular sioned works by young American composers — Maximalist Tendencies in Recent Ameri- Taking part in the annual “FSU in NYC” several other FSU colleges, departments and haunt of film industry professionals. Blake Tyson and David Skidmore. can Painting” and “Ray Burggraf: Retrospec- event is one of the most sought-after oppor- schools holding receptions and events “The films will represent the Film School For more information about “FSU in tive”); the annual “Healing and the Arts” tunities for graduating students in music, the- throughout the weekend. Several hundred and its reputation to the East Coast,” said NYC” performances and events, visit symposium; and the ever-popular free Satur- ater, dance and film. Students are able to net- alumni and friends are expected to participate Frank Patterson, dean of the Film School. www.fsu.com/fsuinnyc or the FSU Alumni day Matinee of the Arts. That Seven Days Clockwise from top: Ladysmith Black Mambazo, John Pizzarelli, Lynn Harrell, work with agents and other professionals, as in the festivities this year. “Audiences often consist of agents, managers, Association’s Web site at www.fsu.edu/ fringe festival includes a wealth of addition- Kris Kristofferson, The 5 Browns and Joshua Kane. well as alumni, in the area, making valuable The College of Visual Arts, Theatre and producers and others who are looking for the alumni. al cultural offerings. 8 / February–March 2007 February–March 2007 / 9 ‘Big -time’ sports engenders alumni loyalty, financial support Let’s assume Goliath was not a nimble many, and most of us are members of estab- football for embracing “the two worst ele- letic programs are of enormous value to fellow. Calibrating ancient measurements to lished athletic conferences. All of these aca- ments of American culture: violence and “David” institutions such as FSU and to oth- modern scale is tricky, but scholars place Go- demic institutions work hard to grow committee meetings.” ers in the major Division I conferences. Inter- liath at about nine and a half feet tall. Neither stronger, to yield better results, to seek more One of America’s intellectual giants, collegiate sports create a powerful emotion- Yao Ming nor Manute Bol stands within two effective ways of advancing the human con- Will — along with his companions — rolls his al infrastructure for tens of thousands of feet of that mark. dition. eyes at “big-time college sports,” by which Seminole alumni, and tens of millions of 30° N We use intercollegiate athletics to under- they nearly always mean football and basket- Americans are regularly exposed to the good write those efforts. The enormous populari- ball. Those two sports, or course, are the most work of FSU through nationally televised Charlie ty of college sports, coupled with the scale of wildly popular and actually pay their own games. Barnes money expended and received, attracts crit- way. The big money that successful intercol- of ical attention from a range of political and so- The critics miss the point. They don’t see legiate athletics generates for FSU arrives Executive Director Seminole Boosters cial leaders. Some of these people wish us things from our point of view, probably in the through the personal generosity of alumni your next speaking well but also voice sincere concerns about the same way Goliath wondered why David who cherish their relationship with the business of college athletics. Fair enough. wouldn’t face him toe-to-toe and fight like a school. It flows from the strength of our in- Other critics, however, are not so pure of man. Like David, FSU has created a different fluence in the Florida Legislature. And mon- engagement at the What David knew, and what every suc- heart. path to success. ey comes through the ingenuity and creative cessful David knows, is that you must never It has become tradition among a certain Our university has only one mission: to energies of our distinguished faculty, some of allow the upper dog to make the rules. David self-impressed elite who really hate football coax mankind away from the darkness and whom were recruited by the university’s Westcott Building. volunteered for the fight because he thought to pour their unhappiness into that narrow toward the light. It is the same mission for all high visibility, good national reputation and he could win and he wanted the honor of de- span between season’s end and the start of colleges and universities, and for all elements ability to pay. feating Goliath. bowl games. Like grouchy, Scroogian, finger- of civilization dedicated to the advancement Donors to the Seminole Boosters very of- Imagine how the course of history might wagging Christmas ghosts, they appear in of humanity. The world is dangerous. Every ten are donors of academic gifts as well. We have changed had David asked to borrow a the late fall to vex us and tell us that we’re scholar knows that whatever horrors have know that a great deal of money walks into 84° W heavy shield and sword from one of the Is- unworthy to call ourselves scholars. visited mankind in the past wait patiently, too our university through the locker-room door. raelite soldiers. Instead, David reasoned cor- Notable among these is essayist George eager to come again. It is the business of FSU The same is true of the universities of Miami, rectly that for all his noise and bluster and Will, whose column “High on the Hog: Big to defend civilization by offering the broad- Florida, North Carolina, Notre Dame and of size, Goliath was a more or less stationary tar- Time College Sports” appeared in November. est, most enlightened education in all disci- every other major institution with nationally USA Today get. David simply stood off at a distance and At about the same time, published plines. prominent, winning programs. slung rocks until the giant fell. a long piece that was critical of the compen- Our university has no “athletic mis- Athletics provides the most pervasive cherry-flavored David vs. Goliath illustrates that there’s sation of college coaches. There was a snip- sion.” There are legitimate academic values image of our university on the national stage, The New York Times more than one way to do a thing, especially py editorial in and simi- inherent in recreation studies and physical and we use that recognition to advance our throat lozenges. if you are willing to seek an alternate path to lar clucking by various other bandwagon education, but important scholastic research good work as an institution. We would not your goal. columnists and pundits piling on. is not advanced directly through intercolle- be the great university we are today if not for Florida State University is a first-class, Will is a brilliant writer with a wonder- giate athletics. the broad financial and promotional impact major research university. We are one of ful command of language who once derided And yet, successful intercollegiate ath- of collegiate athletics.

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1 9 6 9 1 9 8 4 1 9 9 2 Curtis E. Falany (B.S.) has been appointed to Neal Jenkins (B.S.) has been named an Darren Bagert (B.F.A.), a producer who has a three-year term on the Florida Electrical account manager at MTV Networks/Spike TV, won a Tony Award, a Drama Desk award and Contractors’ Licensing Board. He is a profession- Santa Monica, Calif. an Outer Critics Circle award, currently is pro- al engineer and master electrician. 1 9 8 6 ducing the musical “Company” by Stephen 1 9 7 2 Patrick R. Kinney (B.S.) is the Miami-Dade Sondheim, New York. In addition, he is putting Miranda Franks Fitzgerald (B.A., J.D. ’78) County’s Department of Human Services together the first Broadway revival of Robert served as a panel member for a graduate level Employee of the Year. Kinney also has received Bolt’s Academy Award- and Tony Award-win- course on real estate development at Rollins the C.A. Padget Award and the Carol Sheridan ning masterwork “A Man For All Seasons.” College, Winter Park, Fla. Award for his work with victims of domestic vio- Darren Bagert Productions has launched a Web David Fonvielle (J.D.) is now a partner in the lence. site, InvestBROADWAY.com, to allow individuals law firm of Fonvielle Lewis Foote & Messer, 1 9 8 7 and corporations to be involved in the Broadway community. Tallahassee, Fla. John Foote (B.S., J.D. ’90), partner with Trey Traviesa (B.S.), a fourth-generation Alice Kershaw Luckhardt (B.S.) has writ- Fonvielle Lewis Foote & Messer, has been recer- Hillsborough County, Fla., native and ten the book “Legends — Family Stories and tified as an expert in civil trial law. Myths” and has written several feature articles. 1 9 8 8 Republican, has been re-elected to the Florida 1 9 7 3 Legislature, District 56. Andrew Chapin (B.S.) now is a board-certi- 1 9 9 3 Janet Moulton Clement (B.S.) has written fied attorney in construction law. Carlos A. Kelly (B.A.) has completed a six- the children’s book “Jewish Alphabet,” pub- Bruce A. Christensen (B.S.) now is the sen- year term on the Florida Bar Young Lawyers lished by Pelican Publishing Company. ior vice president of commercial banking for Division Board of Governors. He will continue to 1 9 7 4 Valley Bank Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. practice commercial litigation at Henderson, Jayne Varn Bates (B.S.), director of market- Walter E. Forehand (J.D.), senior attorney at Franklin, Starnes & Holt, Fort Myers, Fla. ing at Carter, Belcourt & Atkinson, is listed Lewis, Longman & Walker, has been selected for Anthony “Tony” Ramirez (B.S.) has been among the “Top Most Influential People in the Second Judicial Circuit’s Pro Bono Service promoted to field supervisor of investigations Accounting” in Accounting Today. award. for S.K.I. Investigations, Miami. Barry D. Beck (M.B.A.) is the president of the 1 9 8 9 Aimee Legore Talbot (B.S., M.A. ’96) and Massachusetts Certified Public Accountants. He Jon Stratis Pridgeon (B.A.) is vice president, her husband, Greg Talbot, recently moved their also serves as vice president of the Jewish legal, of Wyndham Vacation Ownership Inc., business, EuroLux Antiques, to a new location in Federation of the North Shore. Orlando, Fla., and now is a certified information- Newberry, S.C. Thomas M. Burke (J.D.) has retired from privacy professional. 1 9 9 4 Holland & Knight LLP, Orlando, Fla., after 31 Anne M. Wansboro (B.A.) has been elected Spencer M. Klein (B.S., M.S.W. ’98), who years as a product-liability defense lawyer. county judge for Pasco County, Florida. Mary Jane Little (B.A.), library systems direc- 1 9 9 0 has managed the Longhorn Steakhouse in tor for St. Johns County, is a 2006 Florida State Tallahassee, Fla., for the past six years, recently Lisa Begue Carey (B.S.) has joined Armor Distinguished Alumna. helped oversee a one-month, million-dollar ren- Realty and has received the President’s Award 1 9 7 6 ovation of the restaurant. Klein and his wife, from the Junior League, Tallahassee, Fla. Lori, live in Tallahassee with their children, 6- Bill K. Haggard (B.M.E., S.P.E. ’90) has been 1 9 5 6 Rafael E. Gonzalez Jr. (J.D.) has been year-old Taylor and 3-year-old Matthew. named vice chancellor for student affairs at the awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Sue Herndon McCullom (B.S., M.S. ’57) Daniel R. Read (B.S.) has joined the firm of University of North Carolina-Asheville. Award. has been honored with the renaming of the Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP as an associate in its William R. Neubauer (B.S., M.B.A. ’77) was Cmd. Jay A. Seligman (B.S.) earned his doc- Lafayette Park Community Center, now the Sue tax group, Chestnut Hill, Mass. selected by Worth magazine as one of the Top torate in health science from Nova Southeastern Herndon McCollum Recreation Center, 1 9 9 5 100 Wealth Advisors in America for 2006. University and is part of the National Health Tallahassee, Fla. Amanda T. Host (B.S.) has been appointed 1 9 7 7 Service Corps Ready Responders, Alvin, Texas. 1 9 5 7 as the press director of the Peace Corps, Cdr. P. Kem Siddons (B.S.) has been selected 1 9 9 1 Ted Rybicki Sr. (B.S.), former head of corpo- Washington, D.C. She has worked for the Peace for the Leadership Jacksonville Class of 2007. Katherine “Kathy” Castor (J.D.), a rate public relations for the SunTrust Banks in Corps since May 2002. Kem also serves on the boards of VyStar Credit Democrat from Hillsborough County, Fla., was Florida, received an award from the Daughters Darrell Jones (M.F.A.) has won the Union and Lutheran Social Services. elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, of the American Revolution for his efforts in Choreographic/Creator Award as part of the 1 9 7 8 11th District. She was sworn in as a member of abating pesticides and preserving natural areas creative team for Bebe Miller’s work “Landing the 110th Congress on Jan. 3. on Florida golf courses. Richard Gerson (Ph.D.) and Robbie Place.” 1 9 6 0 Goodson Gerson (B.S.) have written their Scott E. Gwartney (J.D.), a partner with the 1 9 9 7 first book, “Positive Performance Improvement law firm of Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster & Bobby J. Pittman Jr. (B.S.) has been named Harold D. Parkman (B.A.) is listed in the — A New Paradigm for Optimizing Your Gwartney, is listed as a “Super Lawyer” by Law by President Bush to be special assistant to the 2007 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Workforce,” published by Davies-Black publish- and Politics magazine. President for African Affairs on the National 1 9 6 2 ing. Peter “Gage” Hartung (B.S.) had one of his Jean Mundy (B.S. ’62, M.N.S. ’64) has been Security Council. Keith N. Herist (B.S.) is a clinical assistant interior design projects featured over an eight- 1 9 9 8 named a Legend in the Field of Parks and professor at the College of Pharmacy at the page, eight-picture spread in the December Recreation by the American Academy for Park University of Georgia, Athens, Ga. Herist was 2006 issue of Florida International magazine. He William F. Lawler (B.S.) is president of and Recreation Administration. named the college’s Teacher of the Year and works for Shuster Design Associates of Fort Pepperfish Inc., a development company that is 1 9 6 5 received the Georgia Pharmacy Association’s Lauderdale, Fla. building condominiums in Horseshoe Beach, Nancy Dale (B.A.) has written the book Distinguished Young Pharmacist of the Year Tommy McDonald Jr. (B.S.) was elected as Fla. “Would Do, Could Do and Made Do: The award. a city councilman, Chipley, Fla. Kirk Reams (B.S., M.B.A. ’02, J.D. ’05) has Florida Cow Hunters Who Tamed the Last Dean LeBoeuf (B.S., J.D. ’81), managing Michael J. Minerva (J.D.) has been promot- been elected clerk of courts in Jefferson County, Frontier.” partner of the law firm Brooks, LeBoeuf, ed to vice president, legal, for U.S. Airways. Fla. 1 9 6 6 Bennett, Foster & Gwartney, was named to the Guy E. Quattlebaum (B.A.), a partner at Vincent E. Thomas (M.F.A.) has won the 2006 Metro DC Dance Award in the Marcia Blumenthal Fine (B.S.) won first “Florida Legal Elite” list by Florida Trend maga- Arnstein & Lehr LLP, has been named to the zine and a “Florida Super Lawyer” by Law and Advisory Board of Directors of the Palm Beach “Outstanding New Work” and “Emerging prize for her novel “The Blind Eye” from the Choreographer” categories for “Grandmother Arizona Authors Association in the unpublished Politics magazine. County Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis 1 9 8 0 Foundation. Project,” performed by VTDance in January novel category. 2006. 1 9 6 7 Thomas V. Hynes (B.S.) now is managing Todd P. Resavage (B.S., J.D. ’98) has joined the law firm of Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster Joseph Ullo Jr. (M.S., J.D. ’06) has joined the Henry Polic II (B.A.) is currently playing three director of flight for American Airlines at Miami & Gwartney as associate attorney. He will han- office of Lewis, Longman & Walker, Jacksonville, roles — “Monsignor Howard,” “Willard” and International Airport, Miami. dle personal injury and criminal defense cases Fla. His areas of practice are environmental law, “biker” — in “Sister Act: The Musical,” a live 1 9 8 1 for the firm. governmental law and litigation. stage version of the movie hit. The play was per- Robert S. Stephens (M.S., Ph.D. ’85) has Meredith Trammell Roop (B.S., J.D. ’95) 1 9 9 9 formed over an extended run at the Pasadena, been named chairman of the psychology has been elected president of the Tallahassee Jared M. Ross (B.A., J.D. ’06) has been Calif., Playhouse in fall 2006, and it has opened department at Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Bar Association by its membership; she was named director of Public Policy for the American at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. 1 9 8 2 named Attorney Speaker of the Month by the Cancer Society, Florida Division. 1 9 6 8 Tom Wolfe III (B.S ’82,’84) has accepted the Florida Bar Association’s Statewide Speakers’ 2 0 0 0 position of treasurer with Travel Holdings Inc., Judge Paul E. Danielson (B.A.) now is an Bureau in September 2006; and she received an Edward T. Bauer (J.D.) has been named Orlando, Fla. associate justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court. Effective City Leader award for 2006. partner in the law firm of Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster & Gwartney. He has been with 12 / February–March 2007 February–March 2007 / 13 the firm since 2000 and specializes in criminal Michele Hernandez (M.B.A.) has joined the defense. firm of James Moore & Co., CPAs and undergraduate degree at Monmouth Col- IN MEMORIAM 2 0 0 1 Consultants as senior accountant, Tallahassee, lege, Ill. He earned a master’s degree at Mid- Miriam Carballo (B.S.) opened Treasures of Fla. dle Tennessee State University and earned a 2 0 0 4 doctorate in science education at the Univer- 1920-1929 the World, a boutique in Tallahassee, Fla., that Mary L. Singeltary (B.S. ’23), Myra Chauncey Mercer (B.S. ’29) specializes in “fair trade” items bought from Lovensky “Vince” Jean-Baptiste (B.A.) sity of Illinois. economically disadvantaged artisans in dis- appeared on the Fox television show “Standoff” 1930-1939 tressed countries. playing a police officer who specializes in Emma H. Kittles Josephine King Chase (B.A. ’36), Jeannette Annin Johnson (B.S. ’37) Daniel Wehking (B.S.) has been named an hostage rescue. He graduated in December 1940-1949 assistant state attorney for the 10th Judicial 2006 with his master’s degree in acting from Sophie Draughon Murphy (A.B. ’40), Cleo Lochas Clark (B.A. ’43), Janie Natalie Redfearn Staybridge Suites welcomes Circuit, Bartow, Fla. the University of California, Los Angeles. Whitfield (B.A. ’46, M.S.W. ’72), Barbara Owen Cole (B.A. ’47), Isham Lafayette “Ike” 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 5 Anderson (B.S. ’49), Margaret Counts Poitras (A.B. ’49) Florida State Seminole alumni. Fred Karlinsky (J.D.) a shareholder with Chris Capellini (B.S.) now is a civil engineer 1950-1959 Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, for LandDesign, Charlotte, N.C. Vernon Leroy Allen (B.S. ’50, M.S. ’54), Lizzie V. Moore Davidson (B.S. ’51), Julian W. spoke at the U.S. and U.K. Property and Michael A. Rodriguez (Ph.D.) earned a Swisher (’51), Virginia Guthrie Battle (B.S. ’52), Ralph D. 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Barwick (B.S. ’58) Soft Skull Press published the book, which is Bush. Some of the many awards and recogni- 1960-1969 • Three spacious suite options including studio, one-bedroom Wiese’s debut poetry collection. 2 0 0 6 tions given to her include FSU Alumni Asso- Ralph E. Black (M.A. ’60), Billy D. Register (B.S. ’61), Iven S. Lamb (B.S. ’61), Eleanor and two-bedroom/two-bath with fully equipped kitchens 2 0 0 3 Robert Severiano Gomez (B.A.) accepted ciation Life Member, the FSU Emeritus Frowe Moore (M.S.W. ’62), Anthony “Gerry” Penna (B.S. ’63), Anna Young Pineda Perry S. Agbuya Jr. (B.S.) has entered first- a one-year teaching position to teach English at Alumni Society Commitment to Excellence Scarlet (B.S.N. ’64), Rev. William W. Willoughby (B.S. ’65), Mary Vail Erdley (B.S. ’67), For information or reservations call 850.219.7000 year studies at the West Virginia School of the University of Taipei, Taiwan. award, the FSU Athletic Moore-Stone Award James E. Palmer (M.S. ’68), Carol Anne Blaylock Towne (B.S. ’68), Neil R. Covington Sr. Emma H. Kittles, 77, a professor emeri- Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, W.Va. Joyce Soler (B.S.) has entered first-year studies for Outstanding Service, membership in the (Ph.D. ’68), Chester J. Carpenter (Ph.D. ’69) or visit staybridge.com/tallahassee Alain Coutu (M.S.) has retired from the at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic tus of clothing, textiles and merchandising at Athletics Hall of Fame, the FSU Alumni As- Canadian military and now is a research and Medicine, Lewisburg, W.Va. Florida State University, died Oct. 12, 2006. 1970-1979 sociation Circle of Gold award and the FSU Philip L. Abraira (B.S. ’70), Cherie A. Goyette (M.S. ’71), Mary Herring Wood (B.S. ’71), development project leader for Nortel Kittles taught from 1979 until her retirement College of Education Distinguished Alumni Doyle E. Young (B.S. ’71), John G. Bradford (M.S. ’72), William J. Free (B.S. ’76), Ann Networks. in 1996. award. L. Hooper (M.S.W. ’76), Joseph W. Peddrick (M.B.A. ’76), Jane Ferguson “Nannie” Foos During her distinguished career at FSU, A native of Lakeland, Fla., Fox earned (B.S. ’77), Penna Lee Hull (B.A. ’78), Gregory A. Hyer (B.S. ’78), David W. Davidson Fredrick W. Bell Kittles was named Teacher of the Year by the her A.B. from the Florida State College for (B.S. ’79) College of Human Sciences in 1983, 1984 and Women in 1928, where she was a distin- 1986. She was publicity director and newslet- 1980-1989 guished volleyball player. She received her ter editor for the college from 1983 to 1986. A Stephanie “Shadidi Amma” Bryant (B.A. ’80), Jesse Perez Jr. (A.A. ’82), Douglas R. Summit East Business Park master’s degree from Columbia University in 1600 Summit Lake Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32317 devoted teacher, she earned the University Martin (B.S. ’83), Elizabeth Sherer Succar (B.S. ’84, M.S. ’87), Katherine Cooley Blaney 1938 and her doctorate of physical education Teaching Award in 1993. (B.S. ’86), Maryanne Braidwood Ward (Ph.D. ’88), Everett Gladstone Beckman (’89) from Indiana University in 1951. She and her husband, former Florida 1990-1999 ©2007 InterContinental Hotels Group. All rights reserved. Most hotels independently owned and/or operated. A&M University baseball coach Costa Kit- Dorothy E. Bressi (M.S. ’92), Paul C. Dombrowsky (’92), Jacquelyn Ann Davis (B.S. ’93) Owen F. Gaede tles, endowed the Emma and Costa Kittles Scholarship in Human Sciences. Kittles 2001-2006 taught for 24 years at FAMU, during which Charmane C. Walker (B.S. ’01), Cindy-Alisa Taylor (B.S. ’02), Katherine Point Smith time she served briefly as associate dean of (’04), Jason A. Age (’06), Christopher G. Aguirre (B.S. ’06), William M. Riesbame (’06), LEASING consumer science and technology, and was Betsy B. Sheffield (M.B.A. ’06) named the Home Economics Teacher of the FACULTY STAFF DO YOU HAVE A STUDENT ON THE DORM WAITING LIST? ball, basketball and baseball teams all re- Year in 1972. James P. Grosvenor, Barbara N. Harrell, Wyomia Horne Harris, Harvey Stanley “Pete” GET PEACE OF MIND LEASING AS EASY AS 1-2-3 ceived post-season invitations, a feat claimed A native of Jacksonville, Fla., Kittles Klein, Ruby Lee McQueen, Agnes Studt Unger, Dr. David C. White Fredrick W. Bell, 71, a Florida State Uni- by few in college athletics history. earned her Bachelor of Science degree from versity professor emeritus of economics, died Bridgers led a varied career, serving as FAMU in 1952. She earned her master’s de- Provide Waiting List Letter head football coach, died Nov. 10, 2006. Un- 1. Sept. 3, 2006. Bell taught at FSU from 1973 un- head coach for the First Cavalry Division Ar- gree and doctorate from Ohio State Univer- mentored many students, often supervising der his leadership from 1948 to 1952, the foot- til his retirement in 2001. tillery Team in Japan in 1952, as defensive- sity. hands-on research. He was the recipient of ball team had its first undefeated season in Bell earned his doctorate in economics line coach for the Baltimore Colts in 1957, and various fellowships, including the Senior Ful- Sign a lease at Osceola 1950, played in its first bowl game (the 1949 from Wayne State University. A widely as offensive-back coach for the Pittsburgh J. Kenneth Osmond bright Fellowship. 2. Village Residence Hall Cigar Bowl) and won 24 of 26 games in his renowned environmental economist, Bell Steelers in 1969. He also was head coach and Originally from Janesville, Wis., Os- first three seasons alone. If your student is accepted was an expert on the economics of water- athletic director at Baylor University from mond earned his undergraduate and gradu- Over 18 years, Veller served as coach of by FSU Housing, (Provide us ways and fisheries. He wrote or co-wrote nu- 1959 to 1968, and led the University of New ate degrees from the University of Wisconsin, with the acceptance letter) we Owen F. Gaede, 61, a professor of science the FSU golf team three separate times. He 3. merous papers and contributed to various re- Mexico’s athletics program. where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. will release your son or education in the Florida State University Col- also wrote a popular newspaper column on daughter from their lease. search projects, such as the economic and en- Bridgers is in the FSU Varsity Seminoles He served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Naval Tallahassee Democrat lege of Education, died Oct. 28, 2006. golf for the from 1960 to vironmental impact of tourism in areas of Letterman Hall of Fame. Reserves from 1954 to 1957. Florida. He held numerous governmental Gaede was a devoted mentor, teacher 2004 and wrote a book of golf poems. has 29 Beautiful COMMUNITIES and private posts before teaching at FSU. Grace I. Fox and an accomplished administrator and fac- Don Veller In 2004, the Seminole Golf Course was ulty member. During his 14-year tenure at renamed the Don Veller Seminole Golf John D. Bridgers Grace I. Fox, 99, professor emeritus of FSU, which began in 1992, he served as act- Course. 50 FLOORPLANS! physical health and recreation at Florida State ing director of the Learning Systems Institute Veller was an FSU icon who oversaw the John D. Bridgers, 84, died Nov. 24, 2006. University, died Dec. 3, 2006. and director of the Office of Interactive Dis- formation of the football team and the cre- As Florida State University’s athletics direc- Fox served FSU as an instructor from tance Learning. He founded the Science Ed- ation of a minor in coaching. We offer a FAMILY TRADITION tor from 1973 to 1979, he was a leader during 1933 to 1971. As a member of the Florida State ucation Majors Club and was active in many Veller was a star athlete at Indiana Uni- DISCOUNT to our Osceola the period of FSU’s greatest growth in stature Athletics Committee, she was the first professional organizations. J. Kenneth Osmond, 78, professor emer- versity, where he received his bachelor’s de- among collegiate athletics programs. While woman in the United States to serve on an Gaede held a passionate interest in fur- itus of geology, died Oct. 24, 2006. gree in education and his master’s degree Hall/Osceola Village Alumni he was the FSU athletics director, he was athletics committee that governed male inter- thering educational equality. He spent much A distinguished researcher and teacher, and doctorate in physical education. He immediate families. Ask Us for Details. RESIDENCE HALL named to the prestigious NCAA Division IA collegiate sports. She served the Faculty Sen- time in South Africa, where he served as an Osmond began his tenure at Florida State served in the Army Air Corps from 1942 to Steering Committee and was primarily re- ate, was a longtime chairwoman of the Con- adviser to former South African President University in 1959 and continued until his re- 1945 and the Air Force Reserve from 1945 to Toll Free: 1-888-999-1621 sponsible for FSU’s admission into the Metro vocation Committee, and was acting head of Fredrik Willem DeKlerk. tirement in 2000. He taught a variety of sub- 1978. He is a member of the Florida State Hall Conference. her department. Gaede was the former assistant dean of jects within the field of geology and received of Fame, the Florida Sports Hall of Fame and 500 Chapel Drive • Tallahassee, FL 32304 (850) 222-5010 • Fax: (850) 561-0269 Fox published many articles in profes- the College of Education at Georgia Southern the Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching the National Golf Coaches Hall of Fame. Live Better at… During Bridgers’ tenure, Bobby Bowden The Research Quarter- sional journals such as College and held leadership positions at the Award in 1994. He and his wife, the late Fran Veller, who was brought in as head football coach and the ly www.BoothLiving.com/OVillage Seminole football team went to the Orange . She was a member of such professional or- University of Maine. Osmond wrote numerous articles that Don Veller, 94, Florida State University passed away in October 2006, were an inte- PROPERTIES Bowl in 1979. In the 1977-78 season, the foot- ganizations as Delta Kappa Gamma, Phi A native of Chicago, Gaede earned his were published in national journals and he professor emeritus and the university’s first gral part of FSU. 14 / February–March 2007 February–March 2007 / 15

Giving to your school is a good investment TALLAHASSEE’S Crofton’s experience and people skills shine in her new role

One of the most important responsibilities sity as they provide scholarships and professor- (Continued from page 1) task force that I’ve ever led,” she said. “Of all university alumni have is to provide the ships that allow FSU to recruit the best and the “There were always field trips that we course, when we do openings, they’re usual- method through which their alma mater con- brightest students and faculty, both nationally were organizing and experiential events with ly happening with big press events. So we tinues to increase in quality and stature. and internationally. At the same time, the an- strive to get the opening right and, opera- nual gifts received provide FSU with unrestrict- businesses,” she said of the club. “That made tionally, execute it perfectly and do all that in ed support that can be used toward the univer- GOLF FACILITY the coursework ever more relevant, and I front of the world, who we’ve invited to be Melissa sity’s immediate needs. N N thought that was pretty powerful. Florida State cordially invites 18 Hole, Par 73 NFull Service Golf Pro Shop “I’m grateful for the experience I had at our guest.” Hanna Beyond the monetary power of annual you to its Premier Golf Championship Golf Course Renegade Grill Sports Bar Senior Director N FSU. I have very warm, fond memories of my In 1995, Crofton — with an impressive gifts, it’s important to keep in mind that the per- Facility featuring: Lighted Driving Range Office of Annual Giving cÜxÅ|xÜ time there, and I know that the students there record of domestic and international experi- centage of alumni who give annually to FSU FSU Foundation ence and leadership to her credit — was pro- can have a major effect on our rankings in pub- are getting a great education.” U.S. News and World Report moted to vice president of human resources. lications such as . In 1977, Crofton’s first job with the Dis- There, she focused on guest satisfaction and Consider, if you will, the following reasons why ney organization was to start a marketing de- “cast member” (employee) excellence. Next, A college degree is an effective investment an investment in your alma mater is the right partment for Vista-United Telecommunica- she was promoted to senior vice president of and, like all investments, it must be nurtured. decision: tions, a partnership between Disney and human resources and organizational im- There are a variety of ways Florida State Uni- •Giving is satisfying — Supporting the United Telephone. After a brief stint with provement at Walt Disney World, where she versity alumni can choose to protect their in- university that set you on your path toward a AT&T, Crofton returned to Disney as Vista- was in charge of all human-resources servic- vestment, including joining the Seminole career, a family and lifelong friendships pro- United’s operations manager. In 1984, she be- es and strategies. Boosters, serving as mentors or guest speakers vides a feeling of self-fulfillment and gratifica- came the general manager of The Disney Inn In 2002, Crofton was made executive in the classroom, joining the FSU Alumni As- tion. at Walt Disney World.

vice president of human resources for Walt Courtesy Disney Walt Resort World sociation, participating in local Seminole Club •Giving is easy — You can access the FSU From 1987 to 1994, Crofton served in Disney Parks and Resorts. The position not activities, or supporting FSU’s superlative fine Foundation Web site (www.foundation.fsu various executive capacities within Walt Dis- Meg Gilbert Crofton, left, with a Disney “cast member” at Epcot’s Innoventions. only put her in charge of the human re- arts programs by attending concerts, plays and .edu) and make a gift today that will be put to ney World’s Resort Operations department. sources-related services for Disney’s 99,000 exhibits. immediate use in the manner you choose. During that time, she led 10 separate task lens of Walt Disney World, but also through experiences for our guests. worldwide employees but also complement- One of the most effective ways to invest in •Giving is important — By giving, you are forces that were charged with resort-hotel the lens of our worldwide presence,” she “Our cast members really are our prod- ed her ever-growing understanding of Dis- FSU is to make an annual gift to the college protecting the investment you made as an ac- openings. said. “It helped me build on an understand- uct in many ways. I think others might be ney’s dynamic enterprise, which encompass- from which you graduated or the organization tive college student, and you are furthering “We have very talented people working ing of international business, working with a able to duplicate brick and mortar from time es 50 different types of businesses. in which you were most active as a student. The your investment as a proud alumnus or alum- in every division of our company, so when great diversity of cultures and teams.” to time, but not the talent, creativity and in- “I’ve seen the business from a lot of dif- power of making an annual gift to FSU is na by sustaining the tradition of excellence at we have an opening, a new business or a new Beyond learning the ins and outs of the teraction that our cast members have with ferent angles and I’ve had the opportunity to greater than you might think. FSU. endeavor, we approach it by taking a multi- business and the art of leadership, Crofton’s our guests.” work with and work for a lot of different For example, alumni who make an annu- Become a Seminole Booster. Join the FSU disciplinary task force from around the com- admiration of Disney’s diverse work force Now, with the responsibility of one of leaders and teams. Over the years I’ve al gift of $1,000 are providing as much mone- Alumni Association. Give to the academic pro- pany that has functional expertise and that al- has continued to grow throughout her career. the cornerstones of Walt Disney’s legacy rest- learned a great deal about being a leader for tary support to the university each year as a gram from which you graduated. so has the leadership that we want to role- Now, as president of the resort, she is quick ing squarely on her shoulders, Crofton isn’t a variety of different types of individuals,” donor who makes a $25,000 endowed gift. Just give! It matters more than you think. model,” she said. “Once this company de- to praise the army of people who put the about to start standing in place. Crofton said. Endowment dollars are vital to the univer- To learn more, call (850) 644-6000. cides to do something and we get a team en- magic into the “Disney experience.” Her style “We have a great foundation here at rolled in the mission and they understand While serving as executive vice presi- of leadership is straightforward: build trust- Walt Disney World,” she said. “I’m looking FOR THE SPORT OF GRILLING™ what it is that we have committed to do, I’m dent, one of Crofton’s biggest team efforts ing relationships, keep the lines of communi- forward to growth and expansion. We like convinced that there really isn’t a company was to help map the global strategy and cation open and provide the necessary tools change and improvement. If it can be better or a culture anywhere that can do it better.” growth for the company’s business segment to achieve the company’s mission. for our guests and cast members, we’re go- Crofton’s 10th and what would be her with its Worldwide Parks Leadership Team, “I feel very fortunate because Disney ing for it. last task force assignment involved the 1992 which reports directly to Walt Disney Parks cast members are a pretty self-motivated “I am a lifelong learner. The good news THE ORIGINAL GRILL PAD opening of the six hotels and campground at and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo. group,” Crofton said. “They are very pas- is that Walt Disney World is so big that I’ve Disneyland Paris. “That was really great for me because I sionate about the Disney brand and they are got a banquet of learning opportunities here COLLEGIATE “I can honestly say it was the biggest not only got to see our company through the all about delivering unique and immersive for quite some time.” EDITION FSU research could explain development of diseases (Continued from page 1) Drosophila related research and development. It is a five- along other key pathways. Those findings in the oocyte” — relied heavily on WHAT’ S UNDER YOUR GRILL? ™ ing production of its protein. EGFR must shut year, $750,000 grant. were published in the 2005 editions of the jour- the state-of-the-art laser confocal microscope Development down Dystroglycan in order for the oocyte to Just after joining the FSU faculty in 2004, Drosophila nal . The current study — “Dys- in FSU’s Biological Science Imaging Resource properly polarize,” Poulton said. Deng led a oogenesis study that re- troglycan down-regulation links EGFR signal- facility. Funding for the research came in part “We proved this by observing that mu- vealed mechanisms of cell-to-cell signaling ing and anterior-posterior polarity formation from the American Heart Association. tated forms of genes in the EGFR pathway of cells surrounding the oocyte led to abnormal- x R 30 inch 42 inch rectangular-shaped pad Protects against ly high levels of Dystroglycan protein, which incidental sparks, spills and stains R Flexible, durable and lightweight in turn disrupted oocyte polarity. However, In the fruit-fly egg chamber, the polarization of the fiber cement R Easily cleaned with garden hose R Naturally heat and even with the mutated EGFR pathway gene, we were able to restore normal polarity by unfertilized egg, known as R the oocyte, requires cell sig- weather resistant Great gift idea for your favorite fan turning Dystroglycan off artificially,” he said. naling between outer cells “While much remains unknown, our re- and the oocyte. Cells that search confirms that EGFR regulation of Dy- have genetic mutations in stroglycan plays a key role in the polarization this signaling pathway of the oocyte,” Deng said. “That knowledge (shown in green), overpro- adds a pivotal link to our understanding of duce certain proteins like

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