VOL 25 NO 2 SPRING 2013 The Frostburg State University Magazineprofile Distinctly Frostburg FSU Recognized for Its Exceptional Educational Experience ENGAGED STUDENTS SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES GREAT TEACHING VIBRANT COMMUNITY Honoring a Fallen Hero 11 | Title IX Broadens Horizons 20 | Leadership & Homecoming Weekend 24 ENGAGED STUDENTS SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES GREAT TEACHING VIBRANT COMMUNITY From the President n fall 2012, FSU was named a College of FSU’s vibrant community, something profile Distinction because of how we stand out in we support through lectures, performances, Vol. 25 No. 2 Spring 2013 four key areas: student engagement, the exhibitions and speakers, is also growing in Prole is published for alumni, parents, friends, quality of our teaching, the vibrancy of new directions. We are pleased to welcome faculty and sta of Frostburg State University. our college community and the success of Dr. Rosemary M. omas, our vice president our graduates. It is an honor that in many for University Advancement and executive President Iways arms the quality educational experience director of the FSU Foundation, whose vision will Dr. Jonathan C. Gibralter we have provided for years. But it is also an honor strengthen our marketing and branding initiatives Vice President for that inspires us as we think about who we want to and philanthropy. We are also pleased to have a University Advancement become in the years ahead. new director of Alumni Programs and Special Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas In this issue, we take a closer look at how we Events, Laura McCullough, whose role will be to Editor excel as a College of Distinction. When it comes ensure our alumni feel connected to the vibrant Liz Douglas Medcalf to student engagement, as you read through this community Frostburg provides and connected to issue, you’ll discover that our students are proud each other through new anity groups. Prole Designer Colleen Stump of Frostburg and bring that pride to everything And as with every issue of Prole, this issue is full of updates about our incredibly talented and Senior Writer inspiring alumni whose success, without a doubt, Becca Ramspott communicates to the world that Frostburg is a Additional Design distinct institution. Whether they are publishing Ann Townsell ’87 new books or starring in Broadway shows, our Contributing Writers alumni are a source of inspiration. Noah Becker M’06 As you read through our magazine, I invite Barbara Filer all of you to think about your individual roles Scott Gillespie and contributions that will support Frostburg’s Candis Johnson continued excellence as a College of Distinction. Deborah Kelly ’13 Will you volunteer at one of our events this year? Racheal Myers ’13 Perhaps there is a get-together happening in your Skye Pinney area that will be a great way for you to meet new Photographers Bobcats and enjoy catching up with old friends. Barry Beal M’12 Whatever it may be, know that your involvement Noah Becker M’06 matters so much to us in how we continue to grow Robert Hein Frostburg State University students joined President Gibralter in Annapolis, in the years ahead. FJ Gaylor where FSU was recognized on the oors of the House and Senate as a College of Shannon Gribble ’98 Distinction. Pictured are, front, Student Government Association President Jerica Deborah Kelly ’13 Bennett and Gibralter, displaying the resolutions. Behind them from left are Lynn Ketterman Edwina Rogers, Jessie Wismer, Max Green, Morgan Bauer and Geovonye Parker. Sincerely, Liz Douglas Medcalf Korey McCarey Bill Merlavage they do, whether it is taking the initiative to create Becca Ramspott Brianne Reason ’10/M’11 a scholarship to support excellence in the College Dave Romero of Business (see page 16) or reaching new goals as Diane Shemory student-athletes. e latter, in particular, is a huge Dr. Jonathan C. Gibralter, President Mike Snyder source of pride as we mark the anniversary of Title Katie Spittler IX and celebrate the outstanding contributions of Colleen Stump women athletes through the years (see page 20). Ann Townsell FSU’s quality teaching has long been a hallmark Editorial oces are located in 228 Hitchins, of what makes our institution great and speaks to Frostburg State University, 101 Braddock Rd., Frost- our beginnings as a teachers college. In celebration burg, MD 21532-2303; phone 301.687.3171. Frostburg State University is a constituent institution of the of our excellence, we asked our faculty how they University System of Maryland. dene quality teaching and explore how that Frostburg State University is a smoke-free campus. legacy in educational excellence is something FSU is an Armative Action/Equal Opportunity institution. Admission as well as all policies, programs and activities of that begins with the dedication and commitment the University are determined without regard to race, color, of our professors and goes on to shape future religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap. FSU is commit- ted to making all of its programs, services and activities acces- teachers as it did in the case of Deborah Wiles ’12 sible to persons with disabilities. To request accommodation through the ADA Compliance Oce, call 301.687.4102 or use a (see page 18). Voice Relay Operator at 1.800.735.2258. Please recycle me or pass me on to a friend! contents RECOGNITION FOR WHAT FSU DOES BEST DEPARTMENTS Engaged students. Great teaching. Vibrant community. Successful outcomes. Frostburg State University has been recognized for excellence in these four distinctions, each of which 2 NEWS reects values that have long been at the core of a Frostburg education. Stories throughout MBA Best Buy ... Again this issue are labeled according to which distinctions are best exemplied. Gibralter Co-Chairs NIAAA Group FSU on the Service Honor Roll ... Again Military Friendly ... Again We’re a “Cool School” Economic Impact Study Released Alumni & Friends Gather in Annapolis New Named Funds SERF “Unplugged” Lane Center Earns LEED Gold Meet the New VP for Advancement Mandicott Elected to National Board Townsell Honored by Board of Regents McAlexander Wins Best of Festival 20 FORTY YEARS OF Baer Listed in “20 in Their 20s” BROADENING HORIZONS 2012 Sta Awards for Excellence The passage of Title IX of the Education Nicole Mattis a “Leading Woman” Amendments Acts of 1972 has opened up Rogers Thomas Honored by USM multiple opportunities in education, most Kappa Convention on Campus visibly in the area of athletics, but it has also Alum Teaches Mandarin to First Graders helped to create a mindset in young women to seek out possibilities, not limitations. WFWM Serves Campus & Community 14 FOUNDATION NEWS 11 HONORING A FALLEN HERO Bonds of Sisterhood Build Futures A moving ceremony was held last fall in recognition of U.S. Marine Corps Capt. James A. Remembering Jenn Johnson ’04 Graham ’63, a Medal of Honor recipient. The observance marked the launch of the Graham Business Students Pride Scholarship Memorial Project, a living memorial to the fallen hero. Foundation Building Merit Scholarships 24 HOMECOMING ’12 18 FROSTBURG FACULTY MODEL GREAT TEACHING 26 ALUMNI/CLASSNOTES Our most recent student commencement speakers identied some faculty members who best Meet the New Alumni Director demonstrated “great teaching” in their academic careers. Those faculty members, some veterans Bobcats at the Beach and some new to the University, share their teaching philosophy. Bobcats on Broadway Books by Alumni Bobcats in the Big Apple 32 SURFER CATCHES WAVES, SNAGS AN EDUCATION Garcia Signs With CBS The mountains of Western Maryland may not be where you would expect to nd a highly ranked Stay in Touch surfer, but the lure of a great program for preparing physical education teachers, the chance to Is This YOUR Reunion Year? play eld hockey and a welcoming atmosphere drew Erin Johns away from the beach. Calendar of Events Milestones In Memoriam 32 SPORTS Academic All Americans Fall Wrap-up Carter Richardson Coaching at GWU GO-O-O-O-O BOBCATS! 36 THE LAST WORD 1 ENGAGED STUDENTS SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES GREAT TEACHING VIBRANT COMMUNITY GetEducated.com Again Ranks Gibralter Named Co-Chair of College Presidents FSU Named One of Sierra FSU’s Online MBA a Top-10 Working Group to Address Harmful Student Drinking Magazine’s “Coolest Schools” Alumni have always known that FSU was “cool,” but For the second time, GetEducated.com, the consumer President Gibralter, who has emerged in recent years as a national leader in eorts to reduce the culture now Sierra magazine has made it ocial, including guide to online higher education, has ranked of high-risk drinking among college students, is continuing in that role in a new position as co-chair of the Frostburg in its sixth annual ranking of the nation’s Frostburg’s online MBA program a top-10 Best Buy College Presidents Working Group to Address Harmful Student Drinking of the National Institute on Alcohol “Coolest Schools,” a salute to U.S. colleges that nationally among online business schools that hold Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). NIAAA is one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of the National Institutes of are helping solve climate problems and making AACSB International accreditation. Health and the lead federal agency for research on alcohol, including college drinking. signicant eorts to operate sustainably. “GetEducated.com’s ranking reects the extraordinary Students participating in FSU’s ECHOSTARS student service-learning program pose at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore before the value that FSU’s online MBA program represents,” said Gibralter was invited higher education organizations for his suc- FSU ranked 66th alongside to join the group when it cess in promoting a vibrant intellectual and Dec. 2 game pitting the Baltimore Ravens against the Pittsburgh Steelers. M&T Bank, the Ravens and the Governor’s Oce on schools like the University President Gibralter.