Spring 2008,Non Profitpage 1 Organization U. S. Postage PAID Chadron, NE Permit No. 52 Spring 2008 1000 Main St., Chadron, NE 69337 Chadron State students spend break helping Hurricane Katrina victims By Justin Haag 1 It’s been 2 ⁄2 years since the their hands dirty or breaking a said Desiree Young, a sopho- Gulf Coast was ravaged by nail.” more communication arts ma- Hurricane Katrina, but the One of the most rewarding jor of Greybull, Wyo. “These region’s residents are still suf- experiences for the group was people once had lives just like fering the aftermath. A group to work on the new home of an us, but they had it taken away of Chadron State College stu- elderly man whose insurance from one catastrophe. I spoke dents recently experienced the fell way short of covering dam- with the owner about his ex- region’s rebuilding efforts first ages from the storm. The prop- periences with the hurricane hand. erty owner was a veteran of the and his eyes told a deeper story Eleven students traveled by Vietnam Conflict who was a than any news article or pho- van to southern Mississippi highly respected member of the tographer could ever capture in and Louisiana during mid-term community. A contractor do- words or images.” break in early March to help in nated the difference to build his CSC was one of nine colleges clean-up and rebuilding efforts new residence, and groups like and universities represented administered by Hands On CSC’s are called upon to help during the first week in March. The group from Chadron State dons Tyvek suits and respirators to Gulf Coast, a disaster response him further reclaim his life. In all, about 170 students were remove mold from a residence. project that was organized af- “This was the experience that there at the same time. They than the groups previous to communities and really hope ter the devastating storm of made me realize why I was all slept on bunks in the open us.” that I can share these experienc- August 2005. They were led by down there,” said Stephanie space of a large building. Dave In addition to working in es with others and inspire those Deena Kennell, CSC director Frey, a Seward High School Covington, a CSC student southern Mississippi, the stu- who wish to serve and turn their of internships and career ser- graduate who is a senior study- from Cheyenne, Wyo., volun- dents traveled to New Orleans words to actions,” Young said. vices, and Don King, chairman ing business at CSC. teered to cook for the group. to witness the damage of In addition to Frey, of the CSC department of edu- During the journey, the Kennell said the CSC stu- the Lower Ninth Ward and Covington and Young, the stu- cation. group also eradicated mold dents were exemplary workers, Bourbon Street. Even though dents who traveled to the Gulf King said the students rep- from a flood-damaged house, although sometimes under- the trip to the Gulf Coast was Coast are Sarah Andreason, resented Chadron State well removed vegetation from a sog- utilized. not part of a CSC course cur- Nelson; Travis Connot, during the service learning mis- gy lot and cleaned storm drain- “Our students were skilled riculum, Kennell said each of Sidney; Victoria Frey, Lincoln; sion. age along the streets. and willing to work seemingly the participants learned a great Crystal Haslett, Chadron; “These students worked,” he “As soon as I stepped into harder than the other groups deal. Ann Holland, Benkelman; Liz said. “I was so proud to work that empty shell of a house there,” she said. “We were told The students agreed. Licking, Tryon; Ashley Maxon, beside them. They were not that we gutted, I realized that every time that we did a project “I feel very privileged and Laurel; and Matt Nielsen, worried at all about getting it was once somebody’s home,” that we got more done faster grateful to be able to serve those Brunswick. CSC students help Iditarod get off and going It could be said that a recent teers in helping harness some of Inside journey by a group of Chadron the 96 teams and guiding the Alumni ............3 State College students went to animals and sleds about a quarter the dogs, but only in a good way. mile to the official starting line. Faculty ...........6 Nine students and three fac- Dr. Chuck Butterfield, one of Students .........8 ulty members of Chadron State the three faculty members who College served as volunteers for accompanied the students, said Sports ..........10 the annual Iditarod Trail Sled the group worked with a wide Campus ........15 Dog Race in Alaska in early variety of sled dog teams, from March. those that were well funded by Class Notes...18 While there, the group learned sponsors to those just in it for how to handle a team of sled the love of the sport. dogs and were given the oppor- He said the dogs are too dis- tunity to show their skills. Prior tracted by all the commotion to the official start of the race, around the event’s start to listen the students and faculty mem- to commands, so keeping them bers joined other trained volun- controlled can be a challenge. continued on page 3 CSC Alumni News, page 2 Letter from the President Enrollment up again at CSC Dear Alumni, More students are choosing up 3.6 percent, or 66 stu- I’d like to use this opportunity to thank you for Chadron State College to fur- dents, from the same report- helping Chadron State College become the thriving ther their education, according ing period last year. institution that it is today. to the institution’s enrollment The increase comes just after From coast to coast and beyond, Chadron State figures from this spring. the college’s second consecutive has you, the alumni, to thank for being great am- In late January, CSC’s head fall semester enrollment in- bassadors in your volunteer efforts of promoting the count was 2,455, up 114 stu- crease, which was bolstered by institution. dents, or 4.8 percent, from a 10.8 percent rise in the num- Maybe you have told prospective students, or the third week of January ber of freshman students. their parents, about the great experiences you had 2007. CSC’s full-time equiva- The Nebraska State College at Chadron State. Maybe you have given money lency, a figure determined System reported a 3.3 percent for scholarships and facilities. Maybe you’ve pub- from the total number of system wide enrollment in- licly credited Chadron State for giving you the skills credit hours processed, was crease this spring. needed to succeed in your job or career. Perhaps, you have bought some Chadron State apparel or other merchandise and often display it with pride Alumni gatherings around your community. Each of these actions helps Chadron State build on its success, and without the positive testimoni- als and wide range of support that Chadron State receives from its alumni, the institution would not be able to operate, let alone be the flourishing entity that it has become. Janie Park The people of Chadron State are extremely proud of its graduates. People who hold degrees from Chadron State have chalked up a long list of accom- plishments while serving countless occupations and organizations. You represent what Chadron State is all about, and you play an important role in making the in- stitution thrive. Please continue telling people about your college days while cheering on the Eagles. You hold a key to Chadron State’s future, whether you realize it or not. Carl and Diane McManis hosted an alumni lunch at the Pebble Creek Clubhouse on March 2. Seated from left: Helen Froehlich, Daisy Sincerely, Mundschenk and Micki Siewert. Back row: Loren Froehlich, Harold Mundschenk, Diane and Carl McManis, Gary Lambert, Mike Smith and Rich Siewert. Janie C. Park, Ph.D. President Chadron State College The Alumni Newsletter is published three times a year by the Chadron State College Alumni Office. Newsletter Staff Connie Rasmussen Robyn Foral Con Marshall Karen Pope Leslie Bargen Justin Haag A group of alumni gathered at the Landmark Restaurant in Mesa, Ariz. Alex Helmbrecht in early March. Pictured in the back row from left: Jean McCleery, Vickie Hoff, Cheryl Moody, Kathy Baumann, Karen Pope and Connie Dewayne Gimeson Rasmussen. Seated are Larry Moody, Clayton Luther and John Johnson. Alumni Board of Directors Tom Alcorn Deb Evans Dave Noble Rob Bila Stacey McCartney Larry Yates Tammy Calamari Ryne McClaren Dorine Daniels Rachel Forster Please forward any address changes to: CSC Alumni Office, 1000 Main Street, Chadron, NE 69337 or E-mail—[email protected] Bob and Jerry Armstrong hosted a group of alumni at their home CSC is a proud member of the Nebraska State College System. in Tucson, Ariz., Feb. 29. Those attending from left: Bill and Judy Wickham, Jim Ratelle, Kim Ratelle, Bill Baker, Connie Rasmussen, Jerry and Bob Armstrong. Spring 2008, page 3 Alumni Alum gives graduates tips for good living By Justin Haag Lincoln. A native of Newcastle, in the United States continue Dr. JoAnne Owens-Nauslar Wyo., she takes pride in being to rise. of Lincoln, who travels far and a cowgirl and ranches with her In managing stress, she en- wide to speak about the bene- husband, Red Nauslar, west of couraged students to “take fits of healthy, active living, of- Lincoln. charge of the things you can fered the graduates of Chadron “Some folks get up and say take charge of,” and to not be State College numerous one- ‘Good morning, Lord.’ Others obsessed by things of which liners and a list of seven point- get up and say Good Lord, they have no control.