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A Ball State University Alumni Association Publication July 2007 Vol. 65 No.1

Connection and Cultivation:The Alumni Ambassador Network

n this issue of the Ball State Alumnus, we are pleased to share stories that speak to Ball State’s dedication to off ering a creative environment where students are experiencing immersive, real-life learning in settings with creative, innovative faculty. The advertising program, off ered through the

Department of Journalism, is producing students who are entering the professional ranks, equipped with experience to put theory into practice to tackle whatever the industry expects of them. The secret to the program’s success includes outstanding facilities, experienced faculty, and stellar students. Read our College Close-up, beginning on page 14.

Leading-edge technology is changing the way the human body is analyzed, and Ball State is equipped with a biomechanics laboratory that provides clinical services as well as enabling academic research. Our story about the university’s collaboration with Midwest HealthStrategies that is exposing students to the most current techniques begins on page 9.

Other stories of student success, campus progress, and alumni involvement are also within this month’s magazine. In our lead story, we introduce you to a few of the Alumni Association’s ambassadors, alumni in specifi c geographic locations who assist with coordination of activities throughout the country. See page 19 to learn how ambassadors are helping the university tell our exciting Ball State story.

A chance encounter in Iraq brought three former cadets, who had trained together in Ball State’s ROTC program more than 15 years ago, back into contact. The three are currently serving in diff erent parts

of Baghdad. Their story, one that speaks to patriotism and the importance of camaraderie, begins on page 3.

As our military operations continue today and many serve to protect and defend the country, what a privilege it was for me to have had the chance in June to travel east, where our nation’s history begins and where one can manage, in a single day, to see some high points of 400 years, with stops in Jamestown, Yorktown, Williamsburg, and Norfolk.

Though I have visited these places before, there was particular signifi cance this year to walking through the Jamestown site during festivities that mark the 400th anniversary of the founding of the fi rst permanent English settlement in North America. The historic triangle of Jamestown, Yorktown, and Williamsburg reveals history and centuries intertwined. Throughout the 17th century, Jamestown was the capital of the Virginia Colony. The colony’s government moved from Jamestown to Middle Plantation (later called Williamsburg), a fortifi ed location approximately equidistant from the James and York rivers, in 1699, and Jamestown lost prominence.

The years to follow would bring war and other struggles to the territory, and particular locations serve as reminders today of survival and stamina of the forefathers. Eighteenth-century Yorktown is probably most well-known as the site where, surrounded by a superior force of French and American

troops, General Charles Cornwallis surrendered to General George Washington in 1781. But Yorktown also fi gured prominently in the Civil War the following century, serving as a major port to supply both northern and southern towns, depending upon who held the area at the time. Like Yorktown with its strategic location on the York River, Jamestown became a signifi cant point for control of the James River during the Civil War.

A few miles away, Norfolk has a long history as a military and transportation port. A strategic harbor since the early 1600s, today Norfolk serves as the distinguished residence for the battleship U.S.S. Wisconsin, which was fi rst commissioned in 1943 and played a signifi cant role in Pacifi c operations during World War II, in Korea in the 1950s, and again in 1990, when the ship was deployed for operations in the Persian Gulf. Since December 2000, the ship has been docked in Norfolk, but stands ready in the event it should be needed to join in the fi ght for freedom.

As we celebrate another Independence Day, it is fi tting to acknowledge those who serve in the military, and to recall the strength and spirit that comes from challenge and endurance. That has been our country’s hallmark through the ages.

The Ball State Alumnus is a bi-monthly publication printed by Mignone Communications, 880 East State St., Huntington, IN 46750. The magazine is produced by the Alumni Association and funded by Ball State University and the Alumni Association. The rst issue of the Ball State Alumnus was published in April, 1937. This is the 70th year of uninterrupted publication. For more information contact the Alumni Association, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306-0075, call (765) 285-1080 Toll Free: 1-888-I-GO-4-BSU • Fax: (765) 285-1414; E-mail: [email protected]; World Wide Web: http://www.bsu.edu/alumni

Ball State alumni Joe Fonderoli, ’06; Ball State alumni Joe Fonderoli, ’06; Brandon Schlarb, ’06; Andy Schwartz, ’04; Brandon Schlarb, ’06; Andy Schwartz, ’04; Kurt Humphrey, ’79; Suz White, ’99; Bob Kurt Humphrey, ’79; Suz White, ’99; Bob Parenteau, ’95MA97, who work for the Parenteau, ’95MA97, who work for the Indianapolis Colts organization, celebrate Indianapolis Colts organization, celebrate the 2007 Super Bowl win with the Lombardi the 2007 Super Bowl win with the Lombardi Trophy at a ring ceremony in June.Trophy at a ring ceremony in June.

We invite you to submit your favorite We invite you to submit your favorite Ball State-related photo taken at alumni Ball State-related photo taken at alumni gatherings or showing your Ball State pride. gatherings or showing your Ball State pride. Send your full-color picture with complete Send your full-color picture with complete description and attribution to: Editor, Ball description and attribution to: Editor, Ball State Alumnus, Ball State University Alumni State Alumnus, Ball State University Alumni Association, Muncie, IN 47306.Association, Muncie, IN 47306.

To submit photos electronically, fi rst contact To submit photos electronically, fi rst contact the editor via e-mail: [email protected] editor via e-mail: [email protected].

Pen Point is written by Charlotte Shepperd, Ball State Alumnus Editor.

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Ball State University is an equal opportunity/af rmative action institution in accordance with Civil Rights legislation and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap, Vietnam veteran status, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies. Concerns regarding this policy should be referred to the Director of Equal Opportunity/Af rmative Action, Administration Building, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306, (765) 285-5162. The Title IX Coordinator and the 504 Coordinator may be reached at the same address.

Alumni Association Staff :Edwin D. Shipley, Executive Director; Laura Ford, Alumnus Assistant; Steve Fulton, Director, New Media; Denise Greer, Alumnus Assistant; Michelle Harrell, Information Coordinator; Tracy Hendricks, Director, Alumni Outreach; Julie Johnson, Communications Assistant; Michelle Johnson, Director, Special Events; Ernie Krug, Director, Alumni Activities; Erin Lambert, Executive/Financial Assistant; Deborah Linegar, Director Alumni Services/Executive Assistant, Alumni Council; Charlotte Shepperd, Director, Alumni Communications/Editor, Ball State Alumnus; Sue Taylor, Director Alumni Reunions/Constituent Relations; Laura Waldron, Program Coordinator; Kate Webber, Director Alumni/Student Programs

2007 Alumni Council: Offi cers: Charles E. Green, President; Th omas L. Farris, President-Elect; Mark A. Ervin, Past President; R. Wayne Estopinal, Foundation Representative; Th omas D. Cochrun,Vice President; Jo Ann Johnston, Vice President; Douglas W. Reddington, Vice President; Kimberley A. Stout, Vice President; Edwin D. Shipley, Executive Director. Other members: James A. Andrew, Th omas L. Andrews, John H. Bowles, Julie C. Bradshaw, Jennifer J. Budreau, Michael L. Chisley, Terry R. Coleman, Frederick E. Cox, Jr., Th omas L. DeWeese, Ronald N. Duncan, Jr., Jerilyn K. Giska, Richard J. Hall, Kerry L. Hendel, Hollis E. Hughes, Jr., Kathy I. Hutson, Jacqueline J. Johnston, Jenell Joiner, James C. Lake, David E. Land, Holly R. Mahnensmith, Sarah A. Maisto, Michael M. McMillen, Philip L. Metcalf, Larry W. Metzing, Annette A. Munoz, Michael L. Shumaker, Robin L. Sparks, Edward M. Sitar, III, Vincent J. Von Der Vellen, Stephanie M. Walton, Lori K. Wean

Alumni Communications Advisory Board: Chairman Holly G. Miller, Charles E. Green, Th omas D. Cochrun, Anthony O. Edmonds, Th omas L. Farris, Gloria Jean Hermerding, Don L. Park, Charlotte Shepperd, Edwin D. Shipley, Marilyn Kay Stickle

Executive Publisher: Edwin D. Shipley Editor: Charlotte Shepperd Communications Assistant: Julie JohnsonAlumnus Assistants: Laura Ford, Denise GreerGraduate Communications Assistant: Katherine TryonUndergraduate Communications Assistants: Sarah Davison, Jacob M. Laskowski Contributing Writers: Ronald Morris, Edwin D. ShipleyPhotographers: Mike Hickey, John Huff er, Ernie Krug, Karen Maher, Don Rogers, Kate WebberGraphic Consultant: Huffi ne Design, Inc./Sego Design GroupFront Cover: Design by Huffi ne Design/Sego Design GroupBack Cover credits: Ball State Photo Services, Rick DeCroes/CHS Media Services, Michael Hanley, Ronald Morris, Michael Ogden

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Connection and Cultivation: The Alumni Ambassador Network The Alumni Association engages Ball State graduates across the country to serve as liaisons between the university and its constituents

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merican writer and Nobel Prize winner Pearl S. Buck once said, “One faces the future with one’s past.” As the executive director of your Alumni Association, I hold great optimism for the future as I review the past accomplishments of the Ball State University Alumni Association.

Th e BSUAA continually strives to engage alumni through activities, programming, events, and services. More than 200 alumni events were conducted both on- and off -campus in 2006, and we are on track to host more in 2007. Not only are events coordinated by our local chapters, constituent groups, and professional societies, but also regional events, reunions, football pre-game rallies, and Homecoming Week activities are hosted by the Alumni Association. Th ese events would not be as successful without the dedication of our alumni volunteer leaders, many of whom are involved through alumni chapters, societies, and our alumni ambassadors program.

Th e Alumni Association has a long tradition of recognizing successful alumni and promising students through several award and scholarship programs. Current annual honors include the Graduate of the Last Decade Award, the Benny Award, and the Distinguished Alumni Award. In addition, Coach-of-the-Year awards are given to Indiana alumni coaches in each of the 19 IHSAA-sanctioned sports. Scholarship programs such as the Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship, the Cardinal Alumni Recruitment Team Scholarship, the Robert E. Linson Alumni Association Scholarship, the Oliver C. Bumb Cardinal Corps Scholarship, and the Ray Ashley Scholarship off er fi nancial assistance to more than 50 BSU students each year. In 2007, the Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship surpassed the $1 million mark in total amount awarded since the scholarship was established in 1983.

Off ering alumni services is an additional way the BSUAA strives to provide for the needs of our alumni base. Many alumni take advantage of the Alumni ID Card, not only as an additional identifi cation card, but also as a discount card at many Muncie-area merchants. Additional services include insurance programs, the BSUAA affi nity credit card, and the Cardinal Pride license plate. In 2006, more than 15,000 alumni participated in those three programs alone.

Communication is a key ingredient to alumni involvement. In addition to event-specifi c notices sent regionally, the bi-monthly Alumnus magazine is mailed to all alumni households, an average circulation of more than 141,000 alumni in 2006, to keep you in close contact with the happenings at your alma mater.

Alumni new media services, initiated recently, is our vision for future interaction with alumni. We will continue to enhance our electronic communication eff orts, increasing circulation of our monthly e-newsletter and other e-mail notices. Currently, 37,878 individual alumni receive News from the Cardinals’ Nest monthly via e-mail. During the past year more than 4,000 requests from alumni were made to the BSUAA general e-mail address: [email protected] and 332 push e-mails announcing events and programs were sent to 934,286 alumni for calendar year 2006.

I am very proud of the accomplishments of your Alumni Association and extend thanks to the many dedicated alumni who have given their time and talents, reaching out to make our events, programs, and services successful. With tribute to our extraordinary past, we look forward to a bright future as we build upon our foundation.

Edwin D. Shipley, ’68MA71, Executive DirectorBall State University Alumni Association

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am proud to report that Ball State University and the ROTC program continue to carry their fair share of

the burden in our nation’s War on Terror,” wrote Major Mike Ogden in an e-mail this spring to the Alumni Association. Ogden, a 1992 Ball State graduate who is serving a 15-month tour in Iraq, continued: “Major Miles Townsend and Major Bob Horney graduated in 1992 and 1993, respectively, and together we continue to serve our nation with the skills and education we received as students and cadets at Ball State.”

A chance encounter brought the three former cadets, who had trained together in Ball State’s ROTC program 15 years ago, back into contact. Now, all three are serving in diff erent parts of the Baghdad area, within an hour of each other.

Townsend says this is the fi rst time all three men have been in touch since 1992, the year Townsend and Ogden graduated.

“I am well aware of the toil and blood and treasure that it will cost to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. Yet through all the gloom, I can see the rays of ravishing light and glory.

I can see that the end is worth more than the means.”—John Adams

Townsend and Ogden had connected once before, in 1997, while both were at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

“Th e last time Mike and I ran into each other was at Fort Bragg, where my home station is currently, in 1997. I was in the Special Forces qualifi cation course and Mike was fl ying with the 1-17 Cav, [Ogden is a helicopter pilot],” Townsend recalls. “Prior to that we had not seen each other since 1992. Bob [Horney] and I have not seen each other since ’92.”

Townsend explains how the three met at Ball State.

“My third year of ROTC I was a non-contracted cadet, simply meaning I had not indicated a commitment to become an Army offi cer. I was off ered the opportunity to attend basic airborne school at Fort Benning, Georgia and jumped at the chance, no pun intended,” Townsend says. “I was hooked. [Eventually, I was off ered] a desk position. Mike Ogden was the cadet

by Charlotte ShepperdCall of Duty

(Top) Majors Miles Townsend and Mike Ogden, along with fellow Ball State alumnus Major Bob Horney, are currently serving tours of duty in Iraq.

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A clear high point for any soldier is to spend time with family during leave. In March of this year, Ogden was granted a two-week R&R and met his wife and sons in Hawaii. “We had been apart for nearly six months and shortly aft er I returned to Baghdad, we received news of our tour extension to 15 months,” Ogden says. “Th e sadness felt from the extension was quickly overcome by the news that my wife was expecting our third child.”

Ogden says he will not likely be home in time for the birth of the child, but says, as military families have done for many generations, he and his family will continue to sacrifi ce and serve.

Townsend echoes the sentiment, and admits to missing family and home. But he speaks about the success of the United States since being in Iraq. “Th ere is no greater sense of self worth than serving in something far larger than oneself. Time extensions of service are insignifi cant to the things that we are accomplishing for the benefi t of democracy, liberty, and the destruction of terrorism,” Townsend says.

Th e men feel a tremendous sense of duty, patriotism, and obligation to defend the freedom that they and their families enjoy. Both have military backgrounds. Ogden’s father was a Green Beret in Viet Nam and his brother was in the fi rst Desert Storm. Townsend also comes from a line of veterans, his grandfather serving in WWII and his father in Viet Nam.

“Th ere is no greater honor than to be part of America’s Honor Guard, the 82nd Airborne,” Townsend says. “We have defended freedom since WWI and the unit’s inception. We spearheaded the invasion of Normandy, so fi ghting for freedom is nothing new to this division or for me, since this is my second tour.”

Stateside, families wait, wonder, and anticipate their contact and correspondence with their loved ones. Tiff ani and Mike Ogden met while they were students at Ball State. Tiff ani graduated in 1994. She remains upbeat as she maintains a home in Colorado and takes care of sons Alex, age three, and Drew, who is 19 months. She is excited as

Offi cers Mike Daniels and Shawn Ransford meet with Major Miles Townsend (middle) before he leaves for a combat logistics patrol.

battalion commander and I was his S3/XO (battalion executive offi cer and operations offi cer) our senior year. Before that, I was the cadet ranger company commander/company fi rst sergeant. Bob Horney took over my position as I moved up.”

Townsend praises the training he received through Ball State’s ROTC program. “Th e impact of that time really solidifi ed my intent to serve in the military,” he says. “I got into the program my junior year and extended my time to fi ve years in order to earn my commission as a second lieutenant. I had some incredible mentors while in the program.”

He describes his current job as a “planner, coordinator, synchronizer, and executor of logistics support for an Airborne Brigade Combat Team (BCT) of about 3,500 paratroopers.” In his second rotation in Iraq, Townsend, who departed for this tour 24 hours before his tenth wedding anniversary, arrived in Iraq in December 2006 and expects to be there 12-15 months.

To bring some normalcy to their lives, the troops attempt to engage in some activity that reminds them of home. Townsend was recently involved in a special dinner detail that would help raise morale and quality of life for paratroopers. Th ey called it Operation T-Bone.

“Our COPs (forward combat outposts) were not getting hot meals,” Townsend explains. “Th e welders in my battalion fabricated a grill that we inserted on a trailer that would make any tailgater jealous. Once we had the equipment squared away, we scheduled [food] runs to them.”

Townsend was one of the coordinators. “We ordered [and cooked] steaks, and had drinks, chips, and corn on the cob,” he says, calling the operation a “big success.”

Chance encounter joins compatriots

It was just a few months ago, toward the end of March, that my chance encounter with two former classmates occurred. We were having a particularly diffi cult night on the battlefi eld, and I made a call to a nearby unit to ask for some help.

After explaining my tactical situation to another Major on the other end of the line, the reply that came back to me went something like this: “Sure, I think we can help you out. By the way, did you happen to go to Ball State University?”

“Yes,” I replied. “What is your name?”

“Mike, it’s me. Bob Horney.”

I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. I had not seen or talked to Bob in more than 15 years, since graduating from Ball State in 1992.

After a very brief and exciting hello, we got down to the business of taking the fi ght to the enemy. We ended up capturing an insurgent that night who had been responsible for indiscriminately killing many civilians. Without the help of my fellow alumnus, the mission

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she talks about their third child, who is expected in December.

Th e most diffi cult part of her job as a mother, Tiff ani says, is “explaining to the kids why Daddy sleeps at work.”

She draws her strength from church, her friends, the Family Readiness Group—a support group for the unit, and family. “My mother-in-law dealt with her husband in Viet Nam, so she’s a great resource, as well,” Tiff ani acknowledges.

“I e-mail Mike daily and we can talk frequently,” she says, adding that she takes pride in maintaining the family unit and giving her husband moral support while he defends the country.

Meanwhile, Townsend’s mother Sarah and his sister Nancy Printz speak as representatives of the support group for Townsend. His youngest sister, Printz says that “overall, the war is more personal and meaningful” with a family member in the midst of the war zone.

When Townsend was leaving for Iraq for his fi rst tour, her initial reaction was fear for his safety. “I still hold the fear, but I also realize that it is his job to protect the U.S. and defend the liberties of others when our country asks him to do it,” Printz says. “I have confi dence in his ability and the knowledge that he loves his job and believes very much in his purpose there.”

During the interview process for this story, Townsend and Ogden have been able to communicate their messages freely. Meanwhile, no word comes from Horney. Ogden writes: “I wanted to let you know that Bob [Horney] recently returned from his R&R and his unit is going through a very diffi cult time right now. It may take him awhile to get the time to write.”

Horney is with coalition and Iraqi forces that have captured a wanted insurgent during combat operations near the Karkh Oil Facility, northeast of Lutifi yah, Iraq June 1. A news release records the occurrence: “Soldiers of B Battery, 2nd Battalion, 15th Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 10th Mountain Division and the 1st Battalion, 4th Brigade, 6th Iraqi Army Division detained the wanted insurgent and other suspected insurgents as part of Operation Eagle Sweep.”

While on leave, Major Mike Ogden enjoys family time with his wife Tiff ani and their sons, Alex and Drew.

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is quoted: “We have been in this area before, but we wanted to go back and do a follow-up to make sure insurgents weren’t hiding caches in a previously cleared area.”

Th e searches resulted in four military-aged males being questioned, one of whom was a wanted insurgent.

“Th e operation was a success,” Horney continues. “Finding the wanted insurgents will help keep others safe.”

Although they place themselves in harm’s way every day, the men continue to declare their pride and their will to serve. Th eir thoughts are not of themselves. Rather, they express concern as fathers, sons, and husbands and wish for heightened awareness of everyone who remains home in the United States.

Townsend’s wife Shannon and daughters, six-year-old Ana and eight-year-old Loren, are at home in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

“I miss the opportunity to play with our kids and animals, the practices for school programs, gymnastics, and other endeavors,” Townsend says. “I miss working in my yard, grass, trees, and maintaining the house, which can provide a signifi cant level of stress for Shannon.

“I would ask fellow Americans to step outside of their comfort zone and to seek out those who serve in the military,” he continues. “Families that are left behind during deployments are the most vulnerable. Water lines break, kids get sick, and the list goes on, and one of the partners is not there to pick up the slack. When spouses are separated from home and support structures, the smallest thing can seem insurmountable.”

Ogden concurs. “Th is is an incredibly diffi cult war, and genuine support from those back home gives us more strength than anyone could possibly imagine,” he says. “I want to thank you for thinking of our families. I’m convinced they have the most diffi cult role of all in this war.”

would likely not have been a success.

A few days later, we had the time to talk again. This time, Bob said: “You are not going to believe who else I ran into. I came across the name Miles Townsend in an e-mail directory and there was a phone number posted with it. I called, and sure enough it was Miles. He is working just north of Baghdad.”

What another great surprise. The last time the three of us were together was on the BSU campus more than 15 years ago. It didn’t surprise me at all to hear the two of them were still wearing the uniform and serving our country more than four years into this diffi cult and demanding war.

They were the two most dedicated cadets I knew: Up routinely before dawn, keeping themselves in peak physical condition, awake well into the night, committed to leading other cadets, and exceeding the academic standards required to achieve their commission.

Don’t get me wrong. We were often up late at night doing those things most college kids do long after the sun goes down. We just had a higher price to pay than most the following morning.

—Mike Ogden, ’92

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alumni

C O N N E C T I O N

The Ball State University Alumni Association has a new program to welcome newborns into the Cardinal family. In partnership with the Ball State Federal Credit Union (BSFCU), the Alumni Association administers the program. “Born to be a Cardinal” is designed for babies from birth to 12 months, who are the children or grandchildren of Ball State alumni. The program was established as an alumni service to recognize the university’s newest legacies, honor alumni families, and promote pride in Ball State. It provides the family a mechanism to save for college through the BSFCU. Cost of basic enrollment is $15.00. New members in the basic plan will receive a Ball State bib, a magnetic photo frame with

Introducing our new members

“Born to be a Cardinal”

membership includes

a Ball State bib, a

magnetic photo

frame, and a $10.00

custodial account

through the Ball State

Federal Credit Union.

Legacy’s Name Birth Hometown Alumni Relatives

Holden Walker Alvarez 4/24/07 Maitland, FL Rosemary Black Alvarez, ’01, mother; Curtis McIntyre, ’81, uncle;

Debra McIntyre, ’86, aunt

Christian Barth 2/7/06 Staff ord, VA Charley Barth, ’92, father

Nicholas Kyle Bolinger 1/11/07 Muncie Nicole Cardassilaris, ’95, mother; Brian Bolinger, ’06, father

Vincent Thomas Farris 5/15/07 Fishers Emily Denison Farris, ’01, mother; Justin Farris, ’01, father; Thomas Farris, ’67,

grandparent; Linda Farris, ’67, grandparent

Addison Fauquher 11/8/06 Muncie Lori Fauquher, ’95, mother; Charlotte Shepperd, ‘68MA75, grandparent

Emma Kahrynne Foltz 2/8/07 Greenfi eld Katharine Foltz, ’99, mother

Kendall Hollems 6/8/06 Muncie Ned Emshwiller, ’67, grandparent; Judith Emshwiller, ’66MAE67, grandparent

Molly Rose Klein 3/16/07 Bloomington John Dragoo, ‘72MA76, grandparent; Jane Dragoo, ‘73MA81, grandparent

Natalie Ann Knigga 10/5/06 Lawrenceburg Edwin Shipley, ‘68MA71, grandparent; Vicki Shipley, ‘69MAE76, grandparent

Noah Ryan Knigga 10/5/06 Lawrenceburg Edwin Shipley, ‘68MA71, grandparent; Vicki Shipley, ‘69MAE76, grandparent

Lucas Morris 6/3/06 Parker City Holly Morris, ’05, mother; Craig Morris, ’99, father

Hunter Patterson 11/19/06 Winchester Michele Patterson, ’00, mother

Tyler James Ryan 1/4/07 Mundelein, IL Robert J. Durbin, ’74, grandparent

Gabriella Tanoos 12/27/06 Terre Haute Michel Starkey, ’95, mother

Chase Thomas 4/21/07 Noblesville Carly Thomas, ’01, mother; Christopher Thomas, ‘02, father

BSUAA establishes program for newborns

Boards host summer events, schedule award programs Professional societies have

scheduled numerous events

into the fall months, including

a “Make-n-Take” social, a

White River Clean-up, and

award programs.

CAP: Th e College of

Architecture and Planning

will host its annual CAP

Alumni Day Friday,

September 21, at the Alumni

Center. A reception will begin

at 5:30 p.m., followed by a

dinner program.

FCS: Th e Family and

Consumer Sciences Alumni

Society will sponsor a

“Make-n-Take” summer social

at Th e Artist Within Monday,

July 23, in Muncie. Th e event

will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Th e board of directors’ next

meeting will be Th ursday,

October 25.

the “Born to be a Cardinal” logo, and a $10.00 custodial account opened in the child’s name at the BSFCU. Members may opt to increase the minimum for their savings plan. Amounts greater than $15.00 will be deposited directly into the custodial account. The enrollment form is available through the Alumni Association Web site, www.bsu.edu/alumni.

MCOB: Th e Miller College

of Business Alumni Society

board of directors is fi nalizing

plans and underwriting for

their fourth annual alumni

awards dinner. Th e program is

scheduled for Friday, October

5, at the Alumni Center.

NREM: Th e Natural

Resources and Environmental

Management Alumni Society

board of directors will meet

Th ursday, August 30, at the

Alumni Center.

Following the meeting,

the board will attend the

football game against Miami

University.

Th e society will host

a White River Clean-up

Saturday, September 15. All

NREM alumni and members

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Friday, September 14 Alumni Dinner, Annapolis and

Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. area

Ball State is dedicated to shaping our students for leadership in the 21st century.

EDUCATION REDEFINED represents more than a tagline for Ball State. It is our ongoing commitment to a tradition of excellence and innovation.

Join President Jo Ann M. Gora and other Ball State University representatives as we share our exciting news with alumni as part of our multi-city EDUCATION REDEFINED TOUR.

EDUCATION REDEFINED TOUR INFO

Watch for details in the mail or go online for more information, www.bsu.edu/alumni

P O S T- I T S

BALL STATEUNIVERSITYEDUCATION REDEFINED

of the Ball State Natural

Resources Club are invited to

attend.

Nursing: Th e Nursing

summer annual Pinning

Ceremony will be Friday,

July 20, at the Student Center.

Th e ceremony will begin at

7:00 p.m. A reception will

follow in the Music Lounge.

Th e Nursing Alumni

Society’s board of directors

will meet Tuesday, August 28,

at the Alumni Center. Th e

meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Alumni chapters plan summer outings, fall meetings Events from parades and

concerts to baseball and golf

outings fi ll the summer

schedules for alumni chapters,

while board meetings are

scheduled for fall.

Adams-Wells: Th e Adams-

Wells Alumni Chapter board

of directors will meet

Th ursday, September 6, in

Decatur at 6:00 p.m.

Th e chapter will participate

in the Blufft on Street Fair

Parade Tuesday, September 18,

at 7:00 p.m.

Greater Indianapolis: Th e

Greater Indianapolis Area

Alumni Chapter will host a

cocktail tasting event Th ursday,

July 26, at the Rathskeller

ballroom in Indianapolis. Th e

two-hour event will begin

at 6:30 p.m. Steph Meyers,

’91MA92, is in charge of the

event.

Th e chapter will sponsor

a Mardi Gras Party on the

Prairie Saturday, August 11, at

Conner Prairie in Fishers. A

reception will begin at

6:30 p.m. and the show starts

at 8:00 p.m. Julie Bradshaw, ’80, is in charge of the event.

Saturday, September 15, the

chapter will host its annual

Hoosier Park horse racing

event in Anderson. A buff et

dinner will be served at

5:00 p.m. Th e race will begin

at 6:10 p.m. Jason Blythe, ’93,

is coordinating the outing.

A brochure with

information and registration

forms for all outings will

be mailed to alumni in the

Greater Indianapolis area.

Th e board’s next meeting

will be Wednesday,

October 17, at 6:00 p.m., in

Indianapolis.

Michiana: Th e Michiana

Alumni Chapter board

of directors will meet to

Black Alumni: Th e Black Alumni Society board of directors

will host a table during the United Way Breakfast at the Black

Expo Saturday, July 21, in Indianapolis.

Th e society will host a reunion Friday through Sunday,

August 3-5, on campus. Th e reunion will include a career

development session and an awards presentation.

Recipients of the Outstanding Black Alumni award are John R. Hall, ’72, fi eld offi ce director for the U.S. Department of

Housing and Urban Development in Indianapolis; and Wendy Robinson, EdD96, superintendent of Fort Wayne Community

Schools.

Th e recently established Black Alumni Award of Achievement

will be presented at the reunion. Th e award recognizes black

alumni who have graduated within the past 20 years, have

demonstrated notable success in their careers, are supportive

of Ball State, and are involved in their communities. Recipients

include: Kendale Adams, ’97; La Trice Edwards, ’94; Ericka Flye, ’92; David Lewis, ’96; Idella Simmons, ’92; Lynda Van Davis, ’93; and Jason Whitlock, ’90.

Black alumni are invited to update their contact information

on the Alumni Registry, www.bsu.edu/alumni. E-mail will be

used to provide reunion details.

Th e board will meet Friday, August 3, at 2:00 p.m. at the

Alumni Center. Th e next board meeting is scheduled for

Saturday, September 15.

CFA: Th e Cardinal Football Alliance board of directors will

meet Friday, July 27, at the Muncie Elks Country Club.

Th e annual Ray Louthen Memorial Football Lettermen Golf

and Dinner Outing will follow the meeting. Football lettermen

are invited to join the Ball State coaching staff and special

guests for a day of golf, dinner, and fellowship.

Chicago Area: Alumni in the Chicago area are invited to

attend the annual Chicago White Sox Alumni Outing Saturday,

August 11, at U.S Cellular Field in Chicago, IL. Th e White Sox

will play the Seattle Mariners. Game time is 6:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Area: Cincinnati-area alumni are invited to watch

the Cincinnati Reds vs. Florida Marlins, Friday, August 24, at

the Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, OH. Game time is

7:10 p.m.

Half-Century: Ball State’s Half-Century Club will gather to

socialize and honor alumni Wednesday, August 22, at the

Alumni Center. Alumni from the class of 1957 and earlier are

invited to attend.

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FCS “Make-n-Take” Summer Social, Monday, July 23, Muncie

Black Alumni Society Reunion, Friday-Sunday, August 3-5, Alumni Center

NREM White River Clean-up, Saturday, September 15, TBA

Cincinnati Reds Outing, Friday, August 24, Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH

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Sylvia Abrell acknowledges Carol Koss for her service on the 1957 nursing reunion committee, April 28. Twenty-four alumni were in attendance for the reunion.

John Bergman, Dean Smith, and John Maher participated in the NREM White River Clean-up, June 9. More than 450 pounds of trash and tires were collected along the river and properly disposed.

Bluff ton Street Fair Parade, Tuesday, September 18, Bluff ton

Graduating students enjoy the Senior Congrats Party, May 4, at the Alumni Center. More than 700 new graduates, guests, and friends attended the annual event.

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SUMMER GOLF OUTINGS

Eastern Indiana Golf and Dinner Outing Tuesday, July 10, Winchester Golf Club, Winchester

Contact: Ric Study, ’76, (765) 584-0252Tim Passmore, ’82MA92, (765) 584-1355

Sigma Phi Epsilon Golf and Dinner OutingFriday, July 13, Wildcat Creek Golf Course, Kokomo

Contact: Don Park, ’61MA63, (765) 286-0539

Northeastern Indiana Golf and Dinner OutingWednesday, July 18, Cherry Hill Golf Course, Fort Wayne

Contact: Matt Momper, ’83, (260) 432-7543

Michiana Alumni Chapter Golf and Dinner Outing Tuesday, July 24, Bent Oak Golf Club, Elkhart

Contact: Stephanie Markley, ’90, (574) 848-5016Robert Woods, ’65EdD90, (574) 293-2091

Cardinal Football Alliance Alumni Society Ray Louthen Memorial Golf Outing Friday, July 27, Muncie Elks, Muncie

Contact: Alumni Association, 1-888-I-GO-4BSU or [email protected]

discuss upcoming outings

Wednesday, July 5, at

10:30 a.m., in Elkhart.

Th e chapter will host its

annual Elkhart County Fair

Outing Saturday, July 21, in

Goshen. Th e outing will

include a picnic and a concert

with Loverboy. Kristy Ambrosen, ’94, is in charge.

Th e chapter will sponsor

a golf and dinner outing,

Tuesday, July 24, at Bent Oak

Golf Club. Stephanie Markley, ’90, and Robert Woods, ’65EdD90, will coordinate the

event.

Monday, July 30, the chapter

will host a Baseball Outing at

Coveleski Stadium at 6:00 p.m.

in South Bend. Wes Steff en, ’00, is coordinating the outing.

Th e board will meet Tuesday,

August 21, at 6:00 p.m.

Northeastern: Th e

Northeastern Alumni Chapter

will participate in the Th ree

Rivers Festival Parade

Saturday, July 14, beginning

at 7:00 a.m., in Fort Wayne.

Th e chapter will host

a golf and dinner outing,

Wednesday, July 18, at

Cherry Hill Golf Course

in Fort Wayne. Th e event

is coordinated by Matt Momper, ’83.

Visit us online or contact the

Alumni Association Contact Informationphone: (765) 285-1080 • toll free: 1 (888) I-GO-4-BSU

fax: (765) 285-1414 • e-mail: [email protected] Web: www.bsu.edu/alumni

Alumni Association

Need more event information?

In Memoriam: Ben Ervin Ben Ervin, ’42MA48EdD66, died June 15 in Muncie. He

was assistant dean emeritus of Ball State’s graduate school

and professor emeritus. He was employed at Ball State from

1956-85.

Ervin was past president of Ball State University Alumni

Association, a position he held in 1950. His other educational

affi liations included Cardinal Varsity Club, Theta Chi

Fraternity, and Phi Delta Kappa. Ervin also served in the

South Pacifi c during WWII in the U.S. Army Air Corps.

He started his teaching career at New Castle High School,

then taught at Anderson High School, and was dean of men

at the University School of Indiana University. He also served

as principal at Crown Point High School.

Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Martha, MA43; two

sons, Jon, MBA76, (wife, Marsha); and Mark, ’81MA85, (wife,

Molly); four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorials can be directed to The Cardinal Varsity Club, Ball

State University Foundation, P.O. Box 672, Muncie, IN 47308.

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beyond the classroombeyond the classroom

slight hint of chlorine from a physical therapy pool elsewhere in the building blends with a clean, antiseptic scent, which greets patients as they

arrive at the Motion Analysis and Th erapy Complex in Muncie. As they enter the facility, patrons see a waiting room to their left . To the right, down a short hallway, is a room lined with treadmills, balance balls, and other physical therapy apparati. A door on the opposite side of the room leads into the year-old biomechanics laboratory.

Th e lab is equipped with state-of-the-art, 3-D motion-capture technology. It is the same technology used to create video games and multi-million dollar movie animations, but Ball State faculty and staff are not developing these elements of entertainment. Instead, they, in partnership with Midwest HealthStrategies, utilize motion-capture

technology to provide clinical and sports services as well as to conduct academic research.

“[Th e biomechanics laboratory] not only provides rehabilitative services, but also a venue for research conducted in partnership with the doctors,” says Marilyn Buck, associate provost and dean of University College.

Eric Dugan, director of the lab, explains how the motion-capture technology functions. Pea-sized spheres, covered in refl ective tape, are placed on a patient with double-sided tape. Each sphere is programmed into a computer. High-speed strobing LED lights are mounted on each of ten Vicon MX cameras, which encircle the room. Th e cameras look for the contrast in light caused by the refl ection of the LED lights bouncing off the refl ectors. Data is transmitted to the computer, which renders a 3-D, stick model of the

Capturing

AState-of-the-art technology is changing the way the human body is analyzed

by Katherine Tryon

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beyond the classroombeyond the classroom

Josh Weinhandl, a second-year biomechanics graduate student, says motion-capture technology is especially helpful in tracking the progress of a patient’s recovery, because it allows for a comparison of pre- and post-surgery conditions.

Weindhandl is one of six graduate students working in the lab and helping with the day-to-day activities. Undergraduate biomechanics students also help in the lab through internships. Dugan says the students benefi t through the practical training.

“Th is is an operating business, so students are exposed to the day-to-day procedures, protocols, and methods used,” Dugan says. “Th ey have on-the-job experience when they go out and apply for positions.”

Prior to the facility’s opening in May 2006, students conducted research and analyzed patients at Central Indiana Orthopedics (CIO) in Muncie. Wienhandl says students previously had to assemble the motion-capture equipment at CIO, collect their data, disassemble the equipment, and return to campus to analyize data. Th e current procedure is more effi cient.

“When [the biomechanics lab] fi rst started, [professors and students] used digital video cameras and would have to manually go back through each frame,” Weinhandl explains. “With this new program, it automatically does that.”

According to Dugan, older motion-analysis technology methods took up to ten days to construct a model, or 3-D graphic of the data, but the new technology creates a model in the time it takes for a patient to walk across a room.

Th e facility is the fi rst of its kind to be independent of a research hospital complex and in a metropolitan area. Dugan explains the benefi ts for both Midwest HealthStrategies and Ball State.

“What makes this partnership special is that it allows us to utilize each other’s strengths,” he says.

He adds that Ball State brings the technical expertise while Midwest HealthStrategies contributes the off -campus location, community presence, marketing, connections, and clinical expertise.

Chris Robinson, assistant director of operations for Midwest HealthStrategies, concurs with Dugan and calls the unique partnership a “win-win” situation.

“Midwest HealthStrategies brings the clinical and medical expertise and Ball State brings the biomechanical expertise,” Robinson says. “It’s a true collaboration, and it has been nothing but positive.”

Th e partnership also has garnered notice from other professionals in the fi eld.

Buck explains. “Several doctors, from both within and outside of Indiana, have visited the facility because of the partnership and the capabilities that are provided due to the partnership.”

Dugan concludes that the collaborative interaction between Ball State and Midwest HealthStrategies allows for the facility to be able to do not only clinical and sports service, but also to conduct research.

“Th at collaboration and the scope of what we do in the lab is what truly sets us apart,” he says. “And I don’t know of any other places that are doing what we do, the way we do it.”

patient’s motion, and also quantifi es the data into charts.

“Th is [technology] allows us to stop movement, rotate the model, zoom in, zoom out, and quantify it to look at specifi c joint angles,” Dugan says.

Th e model and charts are analyzed and interpreted by biomechanics specialists, physical therapists, and orthopedic surgeons to obtain further understanding of the patient’s condition.

According to Dugan, the technology is not meant to replace common methods of diagnosis.

“Some people think that this computer is a turn-key method. You walk across the stage and the computer

spits out the answer,” Dugan says. Instead, he says, motion-analysis technology should supplement MRIs, X-rays, and doctors’ examinations.

Th ose at the facility conduct mostly lower-body analysis, predominately “gait analysis,” or the evaluation of how a patient walks, says Dugan, adding that

because it is more time-consuming and complex, upper-body analysis is less common in the kind of environment that exists at the Motion Analysis and Th erapy Complex.

“We don’t do as many upper body analyses. [Th at procedure] is a little bit more complicated, and takes probably 25 percent more time than our lower body, gait analysis,” Dugan explains.

Along with gait analysis, the biomechanics laboratory provides sports services, including golf-swing analysis, and works with patients struggling with injuries or diseases, such as stroke, cerebral palsy, and recurring stress fractures.

The animation

demonstrates a

person walking

across a force plate

that captures and

analyzes motion.

Motion Analysis Laboratory Manager Jeff Frame

performs an evaluation using biomechanics

tools to better fi t the cyclist’s positioning on his

bike for optimum performance.

Photos for this feature are courtesy of the

Biomechanics Laboratory and Cardinal

Health Systems.

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Ball State to produce documentary about National Road

A Ball State

telecommunications

professor will coordinate

a student team in an

immersive learning

experience to produce a

documentary about the

Indiana portion of the

National Road.

Nancy Carlson, MBA84,

chairman of the Department

of Telecommunications,

and her students will create

Stories along the National Road. Th e documentary will

Ball State’s Board of Trustees

has approved tuition and fee

rates for the next two years

and a 2007-08 budget that

includes funding for strategic

plan initiatives, as well as

salary increases for employees.

Th e $279 million budget

was reviewed by the

university’s Board of Trustees

during a May meeting on

campus and refl ects a 2.8

percent increase in state

appropriations, a 4.9 percent

increase in student fees, and

an average four percent raise

for employees.

Th e university’s new budget

directs at least $3.5 million

to key components of the

strategic plan, including

raising international

enrollment; increasing

library holdings; heightening

Ball State’s profi le with

the Indianapolis Center;

improving gender equity

within the athletics program;

and raising admission

standards.

During the meeting, the

board approved student fee

increases for academic years

2007-08 and 2008-09, as well

as for the fi ve- and ten-week

summer terms in 2009.

Tuition for in-state students

will rise by 4.9 percent in

each of the next two years.

For Indiana residents who

enrolled before summer

2003, tuition will be $2,734

per semester for 2007-08

and $2,868 per semester for

2008-09, increases of $129

and $134, respectively, from

current levels. Tuition for

in-state students enrolled aft er

summer 2003 will be $3,336

per semester for 2007-08

and $3,500 per semester for

2008-09, increases of $156

and $164, respectively. Tuition

for non-Indiana students

will increase by six percent

annually during the same

two-year period.

In the summer of 2009,

in-state students will pay

$3,640 per semester, which is

a four percent increase, and

out-of-state students will pay

$9,966 per semester, which is a

six percent increase.

In other business, the

trustees approved: tenure for

31 faculty members, nine

promotions from associate

professor to professor, and

16 promotions from assistant

professor to associate

professor; renewal of the

university’s employment health

care plan, group life accidental

death and dismemberment

insurance, and long-term and

short-term insurance plans;

and an agreement with the Ball

State University Foundation

for management of gift s to the

university.

Trustees approve budget, tuition rates

focus on the Indiana segment

of the nation’s fi rst federally

funded highway, which was

commissioned in 1806 by

President Th omas Jeff erson.

Th e National Road runs

from Cumberland, MD, to

Vandalia, IL.

Th e project is funded

through a $120,818 National

Scenic Byways Grant

from the Federal Highway

Administration, a division

of the U.S. Department of

Transportation.

Carlson and her students

will focus on telling stories

about people who have lived

near the Indiana segment,

located near IN-40, which

stretches 156 miles from

Richmond to Terre Haute.

Th is is Carlson’s third

documentary. Previously, she

was the executive producer

of Gene Stratton-Porter: Voice of the Limberlost, in 1996 and

Ed Ball’s Century in 2000.

Th e documentary will

not only be used in linear

form, as in a public television

program, but the stories

also will be used in visitor

centers, touch-screen kiosks,

museums, and schools.

Th e project is scheduled

to be completed in early

2009. Shooting and editing

Learning Center receives international recertifi cation

Ball State’s Learning Center has received international recertifi cation from the College Reading and Learning Association.

Th e center was recertifi ed for three years in recognition of its three-level tutor education, which includes regular, advanced, and master training. Tutors are required to have ten hours of basic training, 25 hours of individual meetings with clients, and a combination of online training, videos, evaluations, and several in-service programs. Additional specialized tutor training is conducted in the areas of core curriculum, writing, math, and study strategies.

University College’s Learning Center is designed to enhance the academic success of Ball State students by providing free peer tutoring, supplemental instruction, and workshops covering a variety of academic issues. During the 2005-06 academic year, the Learning Center served more than 4,000 students.

Ball State’s Learning Center has been recognized in the past as a national leader in the fi eld of learning assistance. It was the fi rst center in the nation to receive certifi cation for its tutoring program from the National Association of Developmental Education.

Th e Learning Center also is one of the largest employers of students on campus, hiring 175 tutors, supplemental instruction leaders, and student assistants.

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Ball State — Did you know?

fun facts

College of Architecture names new dean

Guillermo Vasquez de Velasco

will become dean of Ball State’s

College of Architecture and

Planning, eff ective August 1.

Currently executive associate

dean and director of outreach

at Texas A&M University in

College Station, TX, Vasquez de

Velasco moved to Texas A&M

in 1995 as an assistant professor

of architecture aft er six years

with Delft University of

Technology in the Netherlands.

Vasquez de Velasco earned

his bachelor’s degree in

architecture and urban planning

from Universidad Ricardo

Palma in Lima, Peru, his

master’s degree in architecture

from the University of Toronto

(Canada), and his doctoral

degree in architecture from

Delft University of Technology.

Marilyn Buck promoted

to new position

Marilyn Buck, associate dean of the College of Applied Sciences and Technology at Ball State, has been named associate provost and dean of University College.

As associate provost, Buck will oversee undergraduate education, plan and implement new undergraduate programs, and represent Academic Affairs in all university-wide curriculum considerations.

As dean of University College, she will have administrative responsibility for all units of the college.

Buck received her bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University, her master’s degree from the University of Utah and her doctorate from Brigham Young University in 1989.

EFT initiates Adopt-a-School program for 2007-08 year

Ball State’s Electronic Field Trip (EFT) program has

initiated an Adopt-a-School opportunity for the 2007-08 year.

Individuals who adopt schools connect students with Web

sites, curricula, webisodes, and live broadcasts from a variety of

national venues.

Th e award-winning EFT Series is an interactive, live

educational experience, and functions in partnership with

many of the country’s leading national museums, parks,

and historic institutions. Together, these organizations have

developed a digital classroom that enhances learning through

dynamic Web site and broadcast programs.

Educational materials are developed in association with

each of Ball State’s highly-credentialed national partner

organizations and craft ed to meet the highest academic

standards. Aft er weeks of classroom preparation time,

participants tune in to the EFT, a live broadcast that links

students and teachers around the country with knowledgeable

experts on site. Th roughout each 60-minute presentation,

viewers explore unusual artifacts, talk with scientists and

experts, and witness experiments.

Th e EFT program was recognized with a 2007 TechPoint

Mira Award in the category of “Education Contribution to

Technology-Department/Program/Team” during TechPoint’s

eighth annual Mira Awards gala in May.

Th e program beat two other fi nalists, Purdue University and

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, in being recognized

for its innovative use of technology to further learning and

educational achievement. Five other Ball State programs and

projects also were nominees in the same category.

Created by Teachers College and supported by Best Buy

Children’s Foundation, the program also has received eight

Telly Awards for its programming in the past two years.

To learn more about electronic fi eld trips or how to adopt a

school, visit www.bsu.edu/eft , or call (866) 279-8716.

In 2006, students from across the world explored Carlsbad

Caverns in California through a TV broadcast as part of the

university’s Electronic Field Trip program.

the documentary will serve

as an educational vehicle

for both undergraduates

and graduate students in

the telecommunications

department.

Ball State approves two charter schools

In June, Ball State

approved two new charter

schools to open in the fall of

2008: Anderson Preparatory

Academy in the Anderson

area and the Dr. Robert

H. Faulkner Academy in

Marion.

Anderson Preparatory

Academy will open in the

fall of 2008, and will serve

students in grades 6-8, with

an approved enrollment

of 200 students. It will add

one grade every year until

grades 6-12 are served,

growing to maximum of

500 students in 2012. Th e

school will be affi liated with

the Civil Air Patrol and will

uphold a strong disciplinary

environment. Students

will be expected to wear

uniforms. An exact location

for the school has not yet

been determined.

Th e Dr. Robert H.

Faulkner Academy, in

Marion, will open in the fall

of 2008, to serve a number of

at-risk students in Marion in

grades K-5, with an approved

enrollment of 158 students. It

will grow to 220 K-7 students

by 2012.

Th e Offi ce of Charter

Schools has another proposal

review cycle scheduled for

this fall and expects more

organizing groups to seek

charters during that period.

The new Communication and Media Building will connect all four of

the departments within the College of Communication, Information,

and Media. The three-building conjoined complex will include the Art

and Journalism Building and the Ball Communication Building.

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Good for Ball State . . .Good for You!

Consider a Charitable Remainder Trust with Ball State University Foundation.

Consider a Charitable Remainder Unitrust with Ball StateUniversity Foundation. With a gift of cash, stock, or otherassets, you get the satisfaction of making a significant gift to Ball State and other benefits, including:

• Lifetime or a term of years income for you and/or loved ones• Professional investment of your funds• Current income tax charitable deduction• Avoidance of capital gains tax• Reduction of estate and gift taxes

“Creating a unitrust provided an opportunity for me to honor my parents, support Ball State, and receive income and tax benefits.”—Jan Passmore, ’64

Richmond, Indiana

Jan Passmore created a 10-year unitrust as apledge for the campaign to build the Ball StateAlumni Center, in which aroom was named to honorhis parents.

To learn more or request our free booklet,The Remarkable Unitrust, contact Phil Purcell, J.D., at [email protected] or (765) 285-8312, toll-free (888) 235-0058, or visitwww.bsu.edu/bsufoundation

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Indiana Public Radio (IPR) News,

Ball State’s public radio service, recently

won 13 awards from the Associated

Press and another six from the Society

of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

For the fi ft h consecutive year, senior

news correspondent Brian Beaver, ’83,

won the Associated Press’ best reporter

award. In addition, Beaver received

Associated Press awards in eight

categories: fi rst place, Best Spot News

for “Pendleton Hazmat Spill”; fi rst

place, Best Feature for “Worldchangers

Visit Muncie”; fi rst place, Best News

Series for “Delaware County Smoking Ban”; fi rst place, Best

Use of Sound for “Worldchangers Visit Muncie”; second place,

Best Enterprise Story for “Police Dog Stabbed”; second place,

Best Continuous Story for “Delaware County Smoking Ban”;

second place, Best News Series for “Taylor Crash”; and second

place, Best Use of Sound for “Yorktown Band to NYC”.

For the 25th time in his 15-year career,

Stan Sollars, ’78MA80, IPR’s senior

producer, was honored by the Associated

Press. Th is time, Sollars was presented

the Best Newscast/Long Form Award

for Morning Edition, the National Public

Radio (NPR) show he hosts locally.

Marcus Jackman received an honorable

mention in the best newscast/short form

category for All Th ings Considered, an

NPR show he hosts locally.

Th e Associated Press awarded

IPR’s news team fi rst place in the best

community impact category for the

station’s coverage of election day problems. In addition,

the news team placed second in the best news operation

category.

Th e SPJ awards included four fi rst-place, one second-

place, and one third. Beaver collected four honors, Sollars

received one, and the IPR news staff received one.

IPR News staff collects 19 journalism awards

On-Air Indiana Public Radio hosts Marcus

Jackman, Stan Sollars, and Brian Beaver have

received multiple journalism awards.

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college close-up

dvertising is an idea business, from pitching new products to promoting events to planning strategies

for eff ective communication. Th e best in the business are those who thrive on creative ideas, a diversity of experience, and teamwork.

According to advertising sequence coordinator Michael Hanley, students who graduate from Ball State’s advertising program are equipped with experience of putting theory into practice to tackle whatever the industry expects of them. He explains the program’s secret.

“We’re always focusing on real life,” Hanley says. “Th at’s the key to our success. Agencies know that when they have a student from Ball State, they’re ready to hit the ground running.”

Chris Campbell, who graduated two years ago, is employed by advertising powerhouse Carmichael Lynch, and works with automotive empire Porsche.

“I think [Ball State] is ahead of the curve, even compared to where I work,” he says. “[My Ball State experience] kind of gave me the upper hand.”

Campbell believes his strong affi liation with Ball State’s chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF), coupled with the strength of his coursework, has been a major contributor to his success.

Serving as president of AAF his senior year, Campbell competed with his chapter at the regional level for three years and at the national level for two years. AAF competition consists of creating a campaign for a selected national company and competing against universities from around the nation.

“[AAF] forced me to learn beyond the classroom, but with the support of my professors,” Campbell says. “It allowed me real-world experience to get myself in front of actual clients.”

Campbell also speaks highly of his in-class preparation. “My professors had real-world experience,” he says, “Th ey weren’t just academics—they were my coaches.”

Mark Dominiak, a 1983 graduate, agrees that Ball State’s advertising training provides students with an excellent

background. Aft er years of working in the corporate ranks, Dominiak now devotes some time to his alma mater, sharing his expertise in the classroom.

Dominiak says one of his goals as an instructor is to educate students about what to expect when they embark upon their careers, from the mundane to the unforeseen.

Dominiak was working with Boeing as a client in September 2001 when the attack on the World Trade Center occurred. He says the experience tested not only his ability to use what he had learned, but also how to deal with situations for which no one could prepare him.

“You get a lot of training in the media world to handle crises,” Dominiak says. “But sometimes training can’t ready you for reality. You never know when something like

[September 11] can aff ect you. You’ve got a job to do, and you have to separate it from every other human instinct you have as a person.”

According to Dominiak, the industry is undergoing an enormous shift in who holds power. He says media

by Sarah Davison

Ball State AAF chapter members Michael Metcalf and Jessica

Dinkelman present the group’s campaign for Coca-Cola. Ball State

competed against universities from across the nation.

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Big Ideas

“Agencies know that when they have a student from

Ball State, they’re ready to hit the ground running.”

—Michael Hanley

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outlets like MySpace and blogs are emerging over companies that follow the traditional newspaper/magazine/television school of advertising, and he explains that Ball State graduates continue to have an edge.

“Th ere’s a tremendous amount of relevance from these students who have a pulse on what’s happening,” Dominiak says. “Th e university is prepping people to step out into that role.”

Th eir strong curricular experience, coupled with an aggressive internship program, helps

students build resumes that move them into positions with top companies, and extracurricular involvement helps. Senior Jessica Dinkelman’s impressive work has gained her recognition.

Th e AAF selected Dinkelman as one of the 50 Most Promising Minority Students for 2007. Both Dinkelman and fellow advertising senior Glenise Rice were chosen to participate in the 2007 Multicultural Advertising Internship Program, sponsored by the American Association of Advertising Agencies.

Dinkelman’s internship has led her to New York this summer to work for Euro RSCG. Th e company boasts such clientele as Heineken, Jaguar, Pfi zer, and Louis Vuitton.

She says her time at the university and her involvement in AAF and other advertising organizations were integral in helping her land her internship. “I’m a big believer that you get out of things what you put into them,” she says, “and those [Ball State] experiences are really what sets us apart.”

Dinkelman was part of Ball State’s AAF chapter presentation team that fi nished third in their district at the 2007 AAF National Student Advertising Competition. Th e

team has consistently placed in the top three for the past fi ve years.

Dinkelman says this year’s campaign company, Coca-Cola, praised Ball State’s plan as both cohesive and innovative, eff ectively exploring uses for new media.

Dinkelman, Hanley, and others contend that a nurturing element of the program is Ball State’s dedication to providing students with leading-edge technology and tools.

Department of Journalism chairman, Marilyn Weaver, agrees and explains that Ball State is on the advertising map because of its facilities, its professors, and its driven

and enthusiastic students.Th e university has invested

in the program, Weaver says, demonstrated only in part through space and equipment that is second to none.

Th e department likes to hire individuals who have practiced in the profession, Weaver adds, because, “Th ese are the people who know what it takes to survive in the business.”

She continues: “When I see presentations from our AAF, the sophistication and the professionalism they have amazes me—the way they can

anticipate questions, the way they handle themselves, their depth of understanding.

“We’re preparing the leaders of tomorrow,” she concludes.

Campbell believes students at Ball State have all the tools at hand to succeed. Th ey only need to access them. Successful students have to be involved, keep up with current events, and be resourceful, he says. “Th ey need to pick up a newspaper, utilize their professors, and get involved in AAF.

“It’s not about just going to class,” Campbell adds, “and luckily, Ball State doesn’t encourage just that.”

Michael Hanley speaks with Michael Panyard during the

2007 AAF National Student Advertising Competition.

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“When I see presentations from our AAF, the sophistication and the

professionalism they have amazes me.”

—Marilyn Weaver

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faculty spotlight

Engaging educators and enriching lives of students: The Ohio River Teaching American History Project

he Ohio River Teaching American History Project grew from a personal interest and the long-term stewardship of Madison, Indiana for historic structures and passionate preservation by both business and residents. Th e old town along the Ohio River was

at one time the largest community in Indiana, with corresponding economic and political might. It is one of the largest historic districts in the United States to be named a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior. Across many years I visited Madison, frequently as an Indianapolis elementary school teacher with a group of interested fourth- or fi ft h-grade students in tow. Using those experiences as a college professor, I wrote an article about using the built environment as a method of gathering historical information from fi eld trips for elementary students. An editor wanted photos to accompany the article and during the photo shoot in Madison, representatives of both Historic Madison, Inc. and the Madison Consolidated School District expressed interest in working with the Ball State University Department of History to help teachers interpret the built environment with their students. Th at conversation grew into a collaborative partnership that provides teacher in-service for elementary and secondary educators. Th is collaboration takes information and experiences to the teachers and allows them to adapt it to meet their needs in their classrooms. Th e Ohio River Teaching American History Project helps teachers of American History principally in grades fi ve, eight, and eleven—the grades in which American History are taught formally in the Indiana Department of Education Standards. Across three years the fellows cover all of the American History Standards for fi ft h, eighth, and eleventh grades prescribed by the Indiana Department of Education. In Madison and the surrounding counties of Indiana, the Ohio River Teaching American History Project Fellows improve student understanding and achievement in American

by Ronald Morris

TOhio River Teaching

American History Fellows

learn about the history

of textiles and weaving

on a 19th century loom

provided by Historic

Madison, Inc.

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created a network of fellows who can depend on each other for sharing information and ideas between high, middle, and elementary schools. It has connected these fellows with content experts from historical preservation groups, museums, and historical sites. It has connected the fellows to Ball State professors, and even though the offi cial program will eventually disband, the network of collaborative interactions will continue. In the short term teachers will continue to be invited to participate in the Ohio River Teaching American History Project for the next two years. In the longer run the members of the Ball State University Department of History will continue to look for additional opportunities to collaborate with the citizens and cultural institutions of Indiana. For three years Ball State will have a presence on the Ohio River, and through this presence fellows get graduate credit to renew their teacher certifi cation. Ball State makes people-to-people connections through face-to-face interactions in other parts of the state, in addition to Delaware County. Other communities, in addition to Muncie, get to meet guest Ball State professors and work with them to enrich classroom and community projects. Ball State is making a diff erence for the people of our state. Even along the Ohio River, Ball State works through education and service to enrich the lives of citizens in the Hoosier state.

Ronald V. Morris is associate professor of history, preparing elementary and early childhood social studies teachers, in the Department of History at Ball State. The Ohio River Teaching American History Project is an interactive partnership between the

Department of History, Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, Historic Madison, Inc., and Madison Consolidated School District. The project is funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

Photos for this feature are courtesy of Ronald Morris.

History. Across a period of three years, teachers participate in two one-week summer seminars each summer and leave school four days for one-day workshops. As a result of these events, fellows bring information back to the students in their classrooms from fi eld trips, guest speakers, teacher readings, and direct experiences. Further, the fellows use primary and secondary sources, direct enrichment experiences, and deep content knowledge in their in-service. Many areas of Indiana have signifi cant populations of rural poverty, high drop-out rates, and high levels of special education. Th ese populations need to be served by high-quality teachers who have specialized knowledge in the fi eld of American History. Regardless of socio-economic, drop-out, or special education status, these students grow into our neighbors and community members. Th ey need to know their rights and responsibilities under representative government. Even if they fail every test that No Child Left Behind tosses their direction, they are still citizens, and it is imperative that they understand their connection to the American experience. To help all students understand how American history ties into their community along the Ohio River Valley, the project created a DVD to explain local connections to national trends. Th e Ohio River Valley Teaching American History Project staff made copies available of this DVD to every school along the Ohio River and other selected schools in Indiana. Staff members interviewed local river residents, historians, and community members to document stories about western migration down the Ohio, architecture, industry, responses to slavery and the Civil War, and the impact of the Twentieth Century. Each of these short segments is to be used with students to help them understand more about national trends in their community. Each video supports Indiana Department of Education standards for social studies instruction. Based on their in-service experience, fellows create materials they can use with their students as part of their curriculum, and the fellows share these materials with their peers. Th ey present teacher workshops to share information, and they post their work on the project Web site so that other teachers can use their materials. Th ey demonstrate classroom improvement through pre-test and post-test experiences with a university evaluator. Th rough the fellows’ contact with their students, the fellows make a diff erence in improving the student achievement of American History instruction and learning. Over time all good things come to an end, but hopefully the Ohio River Teaching American History Project will leave a legacy in the communities which it serves. It has

Fellows follow the route of Confederate Civil War General

John Hunt Morgan in his 1863 raid across southern Indiana.

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Connection and Cultivation:Connection and Cultivation:The Alumni Ambassador Network

Marilyn Skinner, Howard County ambassador, works with fellow alumni Ron Barsh, Cary Hungate, and Craig Dunn, golf chairman, to administer Kokomo’s annual golf and dinner outing.


n 1988, the Ball State Alumni Association established a program designed to reach

geographic areas where there were large concentrations of alumni and there was a desire to establish a Ball State presence. Th e goal was to fi nd individuals in areas across the country who would volunteer to represent Ball State and serve as an extension of the university.

Under the leadership of Ed Shipley, executive director, and the coordination of Ernie Krug, director of alumni activities, seeds were planted for the Alumni Ambassador program. Within a year it had expanded to

I a system of 25 alumni volunteers from areas including Chicago, Phoenix, various regions of Florida, and throughout Indiana. Today, 46 ambassadors are positioned in 19 states that extend as far north and west as Alaska and as far east as Massachusetts.

Krug explains the rationale for the program. “Th e ambassador program grew out of a need for representation in geographic areas where there wasn’t a formal network in place,” he says. “We had clusters of alumni around the country we wanted to be able to at least have a contact with the university. Forming the ambassador

program became a great stepping stone to achieving that.”

Th e ambassador program is part of an alumni organizational network that also includes professional societies, constituent societies, and alumni chapters. Societies and chapters have well-defi ned roles. Each group functions with its own constitution and bylaws and a board of directors meets regularly to plan a series of annual events and programs that engage alumni.

Professional societies are groups that connect to their alumni through an academic department or college, while constituent societies are organizations

by Laura Ford and Denise Greer

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“I’ve helped host dinners for alumni and retired faculty living full- or part-time in our area, which includes Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, and Port Charlotte. We’ve also hosted several presidential receptions over the years.”

University offi cials took the opportunity to visit New York City aft er September 11, 2001. Th e trip included an alumni reception and a visit to Ground Zero.


with common special interests. Meanwhile, each of Ball State’s four Indiana chapters serves a geographic area that represents more than 500 alumni. All are fully sanctioned and supported by the Alumni Association.

While the ambassador program is not as formally structured, it is no less integral to the overall vitality of alumni programming. Ambassadors fi ll a certain niche, and are called upon to assist Ball State in a variety of ways.

“Alumni Ambassadors are very important to us,” Shipley says. “Th ey’re resource people. Th ey assist with a multitude of assignments for the university as a whole—with admissions, development, and Career Services, for example—and they also coordinate social and educational events for the Alumni Association. Ambassadors, likewise, serve as liaisons for the university and the Alumni Association to alumni in their respective geographic area.”

Tom Andrews has been an ambassador since the program’s inception. He views the role as an important extension of the Alumni Association.

“Th e mission and goals of the Ball State Alumni Association can only be achieved with a network of volunteers in all geographic regions where clusters

of alumni reside,” Andrews says. “An alumni ambassador is the designated alumni volunteer representing Ball State in a specifi c geographic area.”

Andrews agrees that ambassadors serve as liaisons between the university and alumni, and emphasizes the advantage of having alumni representatives-in-residence.

“Some of the most important aspects of the program are to act as a coordinator or host for social, educational, and business functions that are Alumni Association-sponsored events in the area,” Andrews says, adding, “By living in the area, the ambassador also can provide local knowledge of the area and serve as a set of eyes and ears for the university.”

A general guideline for naming an ambassador is that 300 or more alumni must live in the designated vicinity. Once a locale is identifi ed as an area that could benefi t from having an alumni ambassador, there are certain criteria that help the Alumni Association select the representative, according to Shipley. “A potential candidate must be an alumnus, have an interest and enthusiasm for the university, have the time and willingness to accept a variety of assignments, be an active donor, and

—Jim Jackson, ’72MAE74Eds82

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Recent Southern Indiana alumni events have captured

the local fl avor of Kentuckiana with outings to Churchill

Downs and Buckhead Mountain Grill on the Ohio River.

During an outing in Clarksville, BSUAA Executive Director Ed Shipley explains the importance of alumni support to the university.

“We had a great experience at Ball State, so it’s always fun to get together with other Ball State grads and it’s a great way to keep current with all the changes on campus.”

—Melissa Ransdell, ’88


live in the area for longer than six months,” he says.

Shipley adds that an additional, though obvious, prerequisite is that the individual be positive about his or her alma mater, and he suggests that, oft en, the more eff ective alumni volunteers are those who were involved on campus as students.

Laura Cain, who graduated in 1986, serves as the ambassador for Cass County, Indiana. She began her attachment to her alma mater as a student. “I was a charter member of StART (Student Alumni Relations Team) in college and worked in the alumni offi ce. When the Association asked me to be an ambassador, I did not hesitate,” Cain says. “I have long believed in the importance of staying connected to the university and supporting its eff orts. Having a chance to meet more people and to reacquaint myself with some people via our activities has been gratifying.”

Melissa Ransdell, 1988 graduate, coordinates events in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area. She echoes Cain’s sentiment. “My husband Jeff and I had a great experience at Ball State, so it’s always fun to get together with other Ball State grads and it’s a great way to keep current with all the changes on campus,” Ransdell says, mentioning the variety of events she has hosted. “We’ve done everything from a pizza party to dinner at a nice restaurant.”

Jim Jackson, who received his bachelor’s degree in 1972, has been an ambassador since the program’s inception. As he moved from his home in northern Indiana to Florida, he agreed to continue to be an ambassador.

“I’ve been the southwest Florida ambassador for 19 years, and I was Kosciusko County ambassador when we lived in Warsaw,” Jackson says. “I’ve helped host dinners for alumni and retired faculty living full- or part-time in our area, which includes Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, and Port Charlotte. We’ve also hosted several presidential receptions over the years.”

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Washington DC area alumni rallied for the Cardinals at a pre-game reception when Ball State men’s basketball team played at Georgetown in 2006.

“I still love

being involved

despite living

four hours

away from

campus. I love

the campus,

the College of Architecture

and Planning, and being

involved with the BSUAA.”

—Ed Sitar, III, ’94

2007 ALUMNI

AMBASSADORS One of the earliest roles for

ambassadors was to assist in the university’s recruitment process, an activity that continues today. Th e Association works with the Offi ce of Admissions to staff receptions for prospective students in Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois.

“[In the beginning] we made sure we had alumni ambassadors everyplace we thought there would be admissions receptions,” says Krug. Th e ambassador coordinates volunteers who staff registration tables at the receptions, which provide an opportunity for alumni to share fi rst-hand accounts and information about Ball State to prospective students in their community.

According to Krug, an important aspect of that role is getting someone who, “in every case, can represent Ball State on a very personal level to family, friends, and to people who sometimes don’t know a lot about the university.”

Ed Sitar, a 1994 graduate and now the Chicago-area ambassador, worked fi rst as a volunteer with the admissions receptions. His affi nity for the university is evident. “I absolutely love Ball State,” Sitar says. “I love the campus, the College of Architecture and Planning, and being involved with the Alumni Association, and I want others to gain the same valuable experiences that I did.”

Geographic social events can range from baseball games, picnics, and golf outings to receptions, dinners, and special recognition programs. Some events are conducted to support specifi c university functions, while others are planned around scheduled attractions in a particular city, such as professional sporting events, theater shows, or musical concerts.

AK North Pole Melissa Gordon, ’85MA87EdS87

AZ Phoenix John Rotz ’68

CO Denver Suzanne Salazar, ’78

FL Fort Myers/Naples Jim Jackson, ’72MAE74EdS82

South East Todd Johnston, ’91MS92

Orlando Beverly Brizendine, ’74

Tampa/St. Petersburg Melissa Ransdell, ’88

GA Atlanta Diane Ulrich, ’78MAE83

IL Chicago Ed Sitar, III, ’94

IN Blackford Co. Ted Leas, ’73

Boone Co. Steve Bullington, ’85MS99

Cass Co. Laura Cain, ’86MAE98

Grant Co. Todd Levy, ’74MBA80

Hamilton Co. Jim Sparks, ’68MA71

Hendricks Co. Tom Andrews, ’77

Howard Co. Marilyn Skinner, ’58MA61

Kentuckiana Glen Snow, ’71MA76

Kosciusko Co. Jon Parker, ’75

Lake Co. Foster Stephens, ’73MAE78

Marshall Co. David Pruis, EdD86

Miami Co. Doug Kuepper, ’81

Montgomery Co. Chuck Streetman, ’69MA72

Randolph Co. Ric Study, ’76

Shelby Co. Mary Elsbury, ’77

South/East Jeri Giska, ’84

Tipton Co. Vern Schmaltz, ’70

Vanderburgh Ellen Bickel, ’92

Vigo Co. Tim Jarvis, ’77

Wabash Co. Kelli Halderman, ’91

KS Kansas City John Yount, ’68MA73

MA Boston Traci Knoblauch Nordberg, ’92

NE Omaha/Lincoln Susan Staab, ’88MS89

NV Reno Fran Torrez, ’83

NY New York Charie McLaughlin, ’75

NC Charlotte Mike Mahan, ’92

Raleigh/Durham Patrick McMillen, ’91

OH Cincinnati Lucy Atkinson, ’78

Columbus Craig Stephens, ’86

OR Portland Brent Kirk, ’84

TN Knoxville Marty Mansfi eld, ’87

Nashville Chuck Thresher, ’93

TX Austin Chuck Dennis, ’92

Fort Worth Sandra Durbin, ’61MA66

Houston Steve Moniaci, ’79

VA North Virginia Ted Bechtel, ’72

WI Milwaukee Dave Fountain, ’67MAE72

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Alumni across the country gather in their area for receptions, dinners, sporting events,

and other social and educational outings.

“I am thrilled to be helping coordinate the Ball State visit to Nebraska this fall. I will enjoy the energy of

being around BSU folks and

hearing what they’re doing

and I can, in turn, help them to

have a memorable experience

in the great state of Nebraska.”

—Susan Staab, ’88MS89

“Being an ambassador allows me to be able to stay in touch with the university, and have a direct link. It gives me an excuse to do that, when distance and life occurrences take me away.”


Sitar coordinates annual Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox outings, both of which have become annual events. Th is year’s White Sox outing is Saturday, August 11, and Sitar says, besides the social aspect, “the event off ers an opportunity to network with other Chicago-area alumni, as well as gain updates about campus and the university.

Th e Association hosts an annual golf and dinner outing in Kokomo, driven by volunteer alumnus Craig Dunn. “Th e Kokomo event is an excellent example of an activity that incorporates more volunteers to plan and conduct,” Shipley says.

Marilyn Skinner, the Kokomo-area ambassador, along with Dunn and Ron Barsh, plan the outing. While Dunn and Barsh handle the sporting event, Skinner, who does not play golf, generates interest in the dinner portion. “I write a letter to other women in Howard County and ask them to support the event by coming to the dinner,” she says. “Each year we get a few more non-golfers attending the dinner.”

Ball State sporting events are optimal occasions for alumni to gather for a casual event in Ball State’s name and nationally-televised games present opportunities for simultaneous outings. When the Cardinals have participated in NCAA basketball tournaments or football bowl games, gatherings dubbed “watch parties” have been hosted by

as many as 19 ambassadors across the country.

Ambassadors also rally alumni support when men’s basketball and football teams play in their geographic region. Pre-game festivities are routinely hosted when Ball State athletic teams travel to such places as Iowa, Boston, Auburn, and Washington D.C.

In conjunction with promoting Ball State’s “Education Redefi ned” platform, the university and the Alumni Association are engaged with ambassadors to facilitate a multi-city tour to formally introduce alumni to the university’s 2007-2012 strategic plan. University President Jo Ann M. Gora and other university offi cials are traveling to cities across the country to take the Ball State message to alumni. Th rough the president’s remarks and a brief DVD presentation, participants receive a fi rst-hand view of campus updates and current programs. Th e tour has visited Phoenix, Santa Fe, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Anderson. Presentations will continue this fall when, among other locales, the university will make the Education Redefi ned presentation during a pre-game rally in Annapolis, Maryland, in conjunction with Ball State’s football game against Navy.

Th e largest multi-city series the Alumni Association has undertaken,

—Charie McLaughlin, ’75

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“I think having had a

chance to meet more

people and to reacquaint

myself with some

people via our activities

is very gratifying. My

kindergarten teacher is

a very active Ball State

alumnus, and it was fun

talking to her again.”

—Laura Cain, ’86MAE98

the Education Redefi ned Tour centers around a common theme and purpose

over a specifi c time period, and presents venues for the university to focus on expansion

of campus and programs that excel on a national level.

Event coordination is a signifi cant part of their role, but ambassadors also serve on an ongoing basis as the connecting link between alumni in their region and the university. Th ey gather news for the Association about alumni who are excelling in their professions, help alumni with university contacts who can answer their questions or concerns, and provide prospective students information that will assist them in their decision to attend Ball State.

Th e Association views ambassadors as vital to its overall programming eff ort, and ambassadors consider it an honor to be able to stay connected and give back to their alma mater.

Charie McLaughlin worked as a director of University Development on the Ball State campus for four years and assisted with cultivational activities from her home in New York before then. She has been the offi cial New York City ambassador since 2003. McLaughlin summarizes. “I got an excellent education at Ball State and am so proud of my degree. It is an honor to stay in touch with the university and have a direct link. [Th e ambassador program gives me] an excuse to do that, when distance and life occurrences take me away.”

Marilyn Skinner:Serving her alma mater

Marilyn Skinner has been an active alumnus since receiving her two degrees from Ball State, her bachelor’s in 1958 and her master’s in 1961. She has participated in a number of activities and volunteered to fulfi ll roles within the Alumni Council and other groups. Skinner was honored with the Benny and Distinguished Alumni awards in 1983 and 1984, respectively. She has served 15 years as an ambassador for the Kokomo area.

“The most gratifying part of being an ambassador is being able to help people,” she says. “Sometimes it is trying to fi nd a long lost friend, and I just contact the Alumni Association and get the information for them, or it is asking about information for a child who is getting ready to plan for college. [And,] sometimes it is about an activity or a building’s location. The answer is never further away than an e-mail to Ed Shipley, who either sends me the needed answer or gives me the name and phone number or e-mail address of the person who has the answer.

Skinner continues. “What I love about Ball State is its personal touch. Even though it has grown through the years, it still remains friendly and caring to its students and its alumni.

“As a student I was a member of Delta Zeta sorority and was very active in campus events,” she says. “And, as an alumna I was on the Alumni Council and was president of the Alumni Association.” Skinner served as president of the Association in 1982.

“I had always enjoyed my time as an Alumni Council member and thought [being an ambassador] would be another way for me to keep actively in touch with Ball State and [its] graduates,” she continues.

When she has returned for visits to campus, Skinner says she has been able “to learn more about what has happened in terms of buildings, programs, and staff . She is impressed with the university’s current direction. “I love the enthusiasm of President Gora and the class she brings to the university. The new marketing idea, ‘Education Redefi ned,’ really shows off the university’s off erings and its students. It is a fi rst-class university where one can receive a fi rst-class education. “

Skinner concludes: “I love the beauty of the campus and I appreciate the art and culture it brings to the state—especially the central area of the state. And, of course, I love it because it is my alma mater.”

24 Ball State Alumnus / July 2007Photos in this feature were provided by individual ambassadors and

The Alumni Association.

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Yancey earns Academic All-MAC honors

Senior Taylor Yancey

(Avon/Avon H.S.) has

been named to the 2007

Academic All-MAC

Women’s Soft ball team.

Majoring in speech

pathology, Yancey has a

3.51 grade point average.

Yancey hit .273 for the

Cardinals including fi ve

doubles, fi ve triples, eight

home runs, 23 runs batted

in, and 24 stolen bases.

She led the team and the

MAC with 42 runs scored.

Yancey’s total is a new

single-season Ball State

record.

She also set the single-

season home run record

with eight. She is tied for

second on the career home

run list with 12.

Other accomplishments

include leading the MAC

with fi ve triples, placing

second in total bases with

84, and fi nishing third in

the conference in stolen

bases with 24.

Marci

Peniata,

who

spent the

past four

seasons

as a

member

of the

Minnesota women’s

volleyball team, has

been named assistant

coach for the Ball State

women’s volleyball

team.

Peniata, who fi nished

her four-year career

at Minnesota in 2006,

ranked second on the

school’s all-time career

digs list at 1,401. Aft er

collecting the seventh-

best single-season

dig total in school

history last season

(532), Peniata earned

recognition on the

American Volleyball

Coaches Association

All-America Honorable

Mention team and was

named the Big Ten

Defensive Player of the

Year.

A First-Team All-Big

Ten honoree, Peniata

helped guide the Golden

Gophers to a 26-8

overall record in 2006,

including a 17-3 Big Ten

ledger, which placed

Minnesota second in

the conference. Peniata

is a native of Plymouth,

MN.

Peniata joins women’s volleyball coaching staff

Troy Hershman, MA92,

has been named assistant

athletics trainer and Shawn Comer, ’92, has been

promoted to associate

athletics trainer for Ball State.

Hershman joins the Ball

State staff aft er working four

years as a clinical assistant at

Central Indiana Orthopedics

Ball State Athletics hires Hershman, promotes Comer(CIO). Prior to his work at CIO,

he served as an athletic trainer

at Indiana State from 1998-2003

and worked at Saint Joseph’s

College from 1995-98.

Hershman was a graduate

assistant at the University of

Utah from 1993-95, while

earning his master’s degree in

sports management.

Comer, who served as

assistant athletics trainer at

Ball State for ten years, is

a 1990 graduate of Central

Michigan.

Before joining the staff at

Ball State, Comer worked

for Butler University from

1992-93 and at St. Joseph’s

College from 1993-96.

Women’s indoor track

senior Rose Lehe (Wolcott/

Tri-County H.S.) and

junior Amber Williams (Ft.

Wayne/Concordia Lutheran

H.S.) have been named

to the fi rst team All-Mid-

American Conference,

while Terri Abraham

(Decatur, IL/Argenta-

Oreana) received second-

team honors.

Lehe, also awarded

Academic All-MAC

honors, recorded a

fi rst-place fi nish in the

3000-meter steeplechase at

the MAC Championship

in May. Lehe fi nished in

10:46.87, her fastest time of

the season.

Amber Williams was

named the Most Valuable

Performer at the MAC

Championship for

her performance in the

100-meter dash, 100-meter

hurdles, 200-meter dash, and

in the 4x100 relay. Williams

set two MAC Championship

records. She placed fi rst in

the 100-meter dash, clocking

in at 11.54. She also took

fi rst place in the 100-meter

hurdles, with a time of 13.32.

Williams placed second in

the 200-meter dash, fi nishing

in 23.83.

Williams advanced to

the USA Track and Field

Championship in June, aft er

a fi ft h-place fi nish in the

100-meter hurdles at the

regional in May.

Abraham was second

in the long jump at the

conference championship,

tying her personal season-

best jump, with a distance of

19-11.50.

Lehe, Williams receive First Team All-MAC distinction

Rose LeheAmber Williams

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Women’s Golf: Paige Esford

(Kingston, Ontario/St.

Lawrence College) has signed

a national letter of intent to

attend Ball State and compete

for the women’s golf team.

Senior Kallie Harrison

(Decatur, IL/St. Teresa H.S.)

has been named to golf ’s

Academic All-MAC team.

Women’s Gymnastics: Nina

Fogle (Seattle, WA/West

Seattle H.S.) has signed a

national letter of intent to

attend Ball State and compete

on the women’s gymnastics

team.

(for nametags)

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Cash bar available at each rallyRallies are open to all Cardinal football fans and will be hosted in the Alumni Center.

Pre-Game Rally SchedulePre-Game Rally ScheduleAUG. 30

vs MIAMI4:30- 6:30 p.m.

Adult Meal: $15.00Child Meal: $7.00

Game Time: 7:00 p.m.

SEPT. 29vs BUFFALO

10:30 a.m-12:30 p.m.Adult Meal: $12.00Child Meal: $6.00


OCT. 6vs CENTRAL MICHIGAN

10:30 a.m-12:30 p.m.Adult Meal: $12.00Child Meal: $6.00


NOV. 13vs TOLEDO

5:00- 7:00 p.m.Adult Meal: $15.00Child Meal: $7.00


NEW KID’S MENUNEW KID’S MENU with favorites like mini hamburgers and corn dogs, fruit roll-ups, soft serve ice cream. Menu differs for each game. See full kid and adult menus at www.bsu.edu/alumni

Ball State junior closer Kyle Heyne (Coldwater, OH/Coldwater H.S.) was

selected by the Minnesota Twins in the 27th round of the 2007 Major League

Baseball draft . He was the 842nd overall selection.

Teammate Ryan DeGeeter (Warsaw/Warsaw H.S.), senior, has earned

Academic All-Mid-American Conference honors for the second straight season.

Heyne has one year of eligibility remaining at Ball State. He could choose to

sign a contract with the Twins or return to school for one more season as a fi ft h-

year senior.

Th rough three collegiate seasons, Heyne accumulated 24 saves to tie him for

fi rst place on the Ball State career saves list.

Th e right-hander saved ten of the Cardinals’ 20 victories in 2007 to go along

with a 5-3 record in starting roles. Heyne also led Ball State in appearances with 26, and his 2.31

ERA was the second-lowest on the team.

Heyne’s selection marks the 12th consecutive year the Cardinals have had at least one player

chosen in the draft . He became the 44th player in Ball State history to be draft ed, but just the

second to be selected by the Twins, following Jason Paul, ’02MS04, who was a 49th-round

selection by Minnesota in the 2001 draft .

DeGeeter is an exercise science major, who owns a 3.77 grade-point average.

Th e senior pitcher led Ball State with 78 innings pitched in 2007. He fi nished his senior

campaign with a 5-6 record and a 5.65 ERA.

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Rosie’s Custom Frames752 S. Tillotson Ave., Muncie15% off custom framing gift items

Scotty’s Brewhouse1700 W. University, Muncie302 N. Walnut St., BloomingtonWabash Landing, 352 E. State St., W. Lafayettewww.scottysbrewhouse.com10% off food purchase only Mon.-Wed. 11a.m.-3 p.m. (dine-in only; cannot be combined with other off ers, discounts, or promotions; discount for cardholder only)

Skyline Chili700 S. Tillotson Ave., Muncie6689 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis3524 W. 86th St., Indianapolis7757 E. Washington St., Indianapolis8345 US 31 South, Indianapolis2313 Conner St., IndianapolisFREE classic cheese coney with $5 meal purchase

Standt’s Fine Jewelry200 N. Walnut St., Munciewww.standts.com25% off jewelry items (excludes repairs, class rings, and crystal; not valid with other discounts)

Sylvan Learning Center1607 S. Scatterfi eld Rd., Anderson11740 Brook School Rd., Fisherswww.educate.com$50 off skills assessment

Szechuan Garden1312 W. McGallliard Rd., Muncie10% off dinner meal only (not valid with any other discounts or coupons)

Tan U Very Much5200 W. Bradburn Dr., Muncie(Just west of WalMart North)www.tanuverymuch.comFree tan with fi rst visit

Tom Cherry Muffl er321 W. 8th St., Muncie15% off exhaust/brake service

Vogue CleanersAll Muncie locations10% off all drycleaning

White Spot Coin Laundry417 N. Reserve, Muncie10% off drop-off service

BSU Rec PassRecreation Programs, BSU*Access to recreational facilities with annual fee

University Libraries, BSU**Library Privileges

*Fee must be paid in advance at the BSUAA. Some restrictions may apply.**No fee required, but card must be activated at the BSUAA.

Discounts subject to change without notice.

909 Grille909 N. Wheeling Ave., Munciewww.909grille.com10% off meal purchase (excludes alcohol)

Abby’s Gift & Home Decor105 E. McGalliard Rd., Munciewww.abbycandles.com15% off in-store purchase

Albany Golf Club 1100 E. Golf Course Dr., Albany18 holes with cart; $23-weekdays; no holidays

All Seasons Climate Controlled Storage2130 Research Dr., Ft. Wayne5% discount on storage (based on availability)

Alliance World Coff ees, Inc.5601 W. Jackson St., Munciewww.awcoff ees.com10% off coff ee or tea

American Drycleaners3005 W. Jackson St., Muncie15% off all dry cleaning

Ashcraft Jewelers525 E. McGalliard Rd., Muncie20% off merchandise (excludes jewelry & watch repairs, class rings, & Swarovski crystal; not valid with other discounts)

Baskin Robbins1905 W. McGalliard Rd., Muncie2 West Honeycreek, Terre Hautewww.baskinrobbins.com$4 off cakes or pies $15 or greater; or 10% off purchase

Batteries Plus 4101 N. Wheeling Ave., Muncie10% off purchase

Beef O’ Brady’s, Muncie3001 N. Oakwood Ave., Munciewww.beefobradys.com10% off food purchase; dine-in only (excludes alcohol; not valid with any other off ers, discounts, or promotions)

Best Western, Muncie3011 W. Bethel Ave., Munciewww.bestwestern.com15% off rack rate

Blue Bottle206 S. Walnut St., Munciewww.bluebottlecoff ee.comFree drink upgrade (next size)

Cardinal Hills Golf Course3810 S. Whitney Rd., Selma18 holes with cart $20 (not valid for leagues, outings, or special events)

Use Your Ball State Alumni ID CARD Today!Get The CARD and Save! Visit the Ball State Alumni Association Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. to get your photo ID. Contact the Ball State Alumni Association for more information: (765) 285-1080 toll-free: 1 (888) I-GO-4-BSU e-mail: [email protected] on the Web: www.bsu.edu/alumni.

Hollywood Video601 S. Tillotson Ave., MuncieRent any movie receive 2nd movie rental FREE

Hoover the MoverFort Waynewww.Hooverthemover.com10% discount on labor for any local move

Hot HeadsHair Design Team1300 W. McGalliard Rd., Muncie10% off all regular services, retail hair care products, and wigs and hair pieces

Incredible Yogurt3804 W. Bethel Ave., MuncieBuy one waffl e cone, get one free (toppings extra; one off er per customer per visit)

Jeff rey E. Carter Jewelers125 E. Charles St., Muncie10% discount on entire inventory

The Knowledge Shoppe4911 N. State Rd. 9, Ste. A, Andersonwww.TheKnowledgeShoppe.com10% off in-store items (not valid with any special orders, online orders or in conjunction with any other specials or discounts)

Misty’s House of Flowers2705 N. Walnut St., Munciewww.mistyshouseoffl owers.com10% off all in-store fl ower purchases

Muncie Children’s Museum515 S. High St., Munciewww.munciechildrensmuseum.com$1 off regular admission; limit $4 per visit

Osborn’s Family Restaurant in Albany220 W. State St., Albany10% of any dinner

Papa John’s 2714 N. Wheeling Ave., Muncie2123B S. Madison St., Muncie2040 S. Scatterfi eld Rd., AndersonBuy a L or XL pizza at regular menu price and get a M one-topping pizza free (not valid with any other off ers; one coupon/discount per customer per visit; carry out only)

Papa Murphy’s Pizza1604 W. McGalliard Rd., Munciewww.papamurphys.comFree cheesy bread with any family-sized regular priced pizza

mt cup1606 W. University Ave., Munciewww.mtcup.comtall beverage for the price of a small beverage

McDonald’s Kennel3012 S. Hoyt Ave., Muncie10% off boarding

Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders4116 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie10% off purchase (excludes alcohol)

Maplewood Golf Club4261 E. Co. Rd. 700 S., Muncie20% off (not valid with other specials)

Mermaid Pool & Spa Patio182 W. 300 N., Anderson3505 W. Foxridge Ln., Munciewww.mermaidpoolsinc.com$2 off in-stock Crocks (not vaild with any other off er or discount)

Midas Auto Service1901 N. Broadway Ave., [email protected]$7 off oil change; free tire rotation;15% off parts

Carlos O’Kelly’s511 W. McGalliard Rd., Munciewww.carlosokellys.comFree individual chili con queso with purchase of adult entree

Classroom Connection 728 S. Tillotson Ave., Muncie10% off in-store merchandise

Crabtree Photography4617 N. Wheeling Ave., Munciewww.crabtreephotos.com50% off session & 24 free wallets

Dairy Queen of Muncie/Yorktown3820 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie700 E. McGalliard Rd., Muncie3201 S. Madison St., Muncie9135 W. Smith St., Yorktown10% off purchase; $3 off any ice cream cake

Damon’s Grill3451 N. Nebo Rd., Muncie10% off dine-in purchase (excludes alcohol)

Dandelion’s Flowers and Gifts120 S. Walnut St., Munciewww.dandelionsfl owersandgifts.com10% off all fl oral local orders

Domino’s Pizza811 W. McGalliard Rd., MuncieBuy any pizza at regular menu price, get any second pizza of equal or lesser value free

Eva’s Pancake House8424 S. St. Rd. 67, Pendleton831 Broadway, Anderson4008 W. Bethel Ave., Muncie10% off any meal (not valid on kid or senior menu)

Framemakers3413 W. Fox Ridge Ln., Munciewww.framemakersmuncie.com20% off custom framing (not valid with special off ers)

Fred Toenges Shoes4311 W. Clara Ln., Muncie20% off any regularly priced shoes

Gordy Fine Art & Framing Co.224 E. Main St., Munciewww.gordyframing.com15% off picture framing

Hanson Beverage Service14141 W. McKnight Dr., Yorktownwww.hansonbeverage.com30 day FREE trial on water and cooler; 10% discount thereafter on all goods & services; delivers in areas in Indiana and Michigan (excludes deposits & taxes)

Hartmeyer Saddlery7111 W. Bethel Ave., Munciewww.hartmeyer.comMane & Tail comb for horse, dog, or cat FREE ($2 value)

Healthful Touch Therapeutic Massage2804 S. Tillotson Ave., Munciewww.healthfultouchclinic.com$5 off fi rst 30-minute massage or $10 off fi rst 60-minute massage

2007 Participating Locations

Your Alumni Photo ID has many uses, both

on- and off-campus.

It is your free ID for University Libraries.

It also serves as your ID for use of Ball State’s recreational

facilities. (A $150 annual fee is required by the Office of

Recreation Services.)

CARD can be used as your discount card at the local

merchants listed.

Paul’s Flower Shop2215 S. Madison St., Munciewww.pauldavisfl owershop.com10% off all local orders

Pazols Jewelers125 S. Walnut St., Munciewww.pazols.com20% off in-stock merchandise; free jewelry cleaning and/or inspection (some exclusions apply)

Pete’s Duck Inn721 W. Walnut, Albany10% discount (excludes alcohol)

Pizza KingAll Muncie locationswww.ringtheking.comFree order of breadsticks with purchase of any 14” or 16” pizza

The Player’s Club6610 W. River Rd., Yorktownwww.theplayersclubgolf.com20% off greens fees & carts (not valid with other off ers)

The Putting Cup1410 E. McGalliard Rd., Muncie$.50 off unlimited miniature golf

Rose Carpet &Upholstery Cleaning1600 N. CR 563 E., Selma10% discount

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Ball State will celebrate Homecoming 2007 with a week of festivities, that will culminate Saturday, October 13. Th e theme this year is “Roll Out Th e Red.”

Brian Geiselhart, senior from Langhorne, PA, is general chairman of the Homecoming Steering Committee. Other committee members, their hometowns, class years, and chairmanships, include: Megan Burkett, Crawfordsville, sophomore, residence halls; Mary Ann Clark, Aurora, IL, junior, special events; Jenna Dock, Anderson, senior, Talent Search; David Downing, Lafayette, senior, special events and broadcast liaison; Chelsey Everhart, Anaheim Hills, CA, junior, awards and judges; Alexandra Garritano, Lowell, junior, special events; Kimberley Jackson, Fishers, senior, publicity; Asher Lisec, Fairfi eld, OH, senior, parade; Natalie Nauman, Marion, senior, faculty/staff and athletics liaison; Jen Nietupski, Michigan City, senior, special assistant and involvement; Loren Ray, Indianapolis, junior, student organizations; Arica Th iel, Butler, junior, executive assistant; Lindsey Th ompson, Hope, senior, royalty; Mia Trimboli, Mishawaka, junior, sponsorships and promotions; and Jon Weaver, Goshen, senior, Air Jam.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS DINNER—6:30 p.m. Assembly Hall, Alumni Center. The Alumni Association will showcase 2007 recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award, Benny Award, GOLD Award, and the Linson Scholarship. Finalists from the annual Talent Search will provide entertainment. Cost is $30.00.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13ALL-ALUMNI COFFEE HOUR—9:00 a.m. Tent at McKinley and University. Visit with alumni before the parade.

HOMECOMING PARADE—9:30 a.m. More than 100 units will take part in this year’s parade, including BSU student groups, high school bands, and community organizations. The parade will start from Muncie Central High School.

PRE-GAME ALL-ALUMNI BUFFET LUNCHEON—11:30 a.m. Alumni Center and surrounding tents. All alumni are welcome to a buffet luncheon featuring a visit from the BSU cheerleaders and Charlie Cardinal. Special space will be reserved for alumni group gatherings. Cost is $12.00. Children 8 and under are free. Advanced reservations are required.

FOOTBALL GAME—2:00 p.m., Scheumann Stadium. Cheer the Cardinals to victory over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. For game-only ticket information, call the athletics ticket offi ce, (765) 285-1474; toll free, 1-888-BSU-TICKET. Reserved seating tickets are $15.00.

GROUP GATHERINGS—Attend the pre-game luncheon, game, and post-game celebration at the Alumni Center, and receive a parking pass, all for $24.00. Banners will mark reserved tables, and nametags will be provided for Alpha Chi Omega, Black Alumni Society, Half-Century Club members, and Theta Chi.

SPECIAL CLASS REUNIONS FOR CLASSES OF 1967 AND 1982—A special reunion package includes the Friday night Alumni Awards Dinner, Saturday’s pre-game buffet luncheon, a general admission football ticket, post-game celebration, and a parking pass, for $35.00 per person ($72.00 value). For Saturday events only, the cost is $24.00 each ($42.00 value).

POST-GAME CELEBRATION—Alumni Center. After a victory against the Hilltoppers, join alumni and friends for food, music, and a cash bar. (Complimentary drinks are included with the all-day package price.)H

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Alumni Groups-Only—Costs vary

Select the group with which you are affi liated.

Packages below are reserved for groups only.

(Check desired group)

Alpha Chi Omega

Black Alumni

Half-Century Club (graduates from 1957 and earlier)

Enclosed: $__________ for_____reservations

Theta Chi

Class of 1967

Class of 1982

Total Enclosed: $_________

Make checks payable to:

Ball State University Alumni Association

Enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope to

have tickets mailed to you.

Complete the form and send it with payment to:

Homecoming ReservationsBall State University Alumni Association Muncie, IN 47306-0075

To order by FAX: (765) 285-1414

To order by e-mail: [email protected]

Name

Address

City

State

Home Phone

Work Phone

E-mail

Names of all guests (for nametags)

Zip

Please charge my (circle one) MasterCard VISA

Signature_____________________________

Mo./Yr.

(as it appears on credit card)

Orders must be accompanied by this form, payment,

and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

Class year(s)

Exp. Date

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12—Alumni Association Awards Dinner—$30.00 each

Enclosed: $_________ for ____ tickets

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13—All-Alumni Pre-Game Buff et (non-group reunion)

(Lunch Only)—$12.00 each Enclosed: $_________ for______tickets

(children 8 and under, free) # of children (8 and under)______

All costs include tax and gratuity.

Enclosed: $_______________ for package 1 2

Number of packages: _______________

Package #1includes Friday night dinner, Saturday pre-game buff et, parking pass, game ticket, and refreshments for post-game celebration. Reservations, $35.00 each ($72.00 value).

Package #2 includes Saturday pre-game buff et, parking pass, game ticket, and refreshments for post-game celebration. Reservations, $24.00 each ($42.00 value).

HOMECOMING IS A TIME TO RETURN TO YOUR ALMA MATER AND RENEW FRIENDSHIPS. REUNIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR SPECIFIED CLASSES AND SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS.

ALUMNI GROUPS-ONLY PACKAGES

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

Choose from one of two alumni group packages.

Visit our Web site: Visit our Web site: www.bsu.edu/alumni/homecomingwww.bsu.edu/alumni/homecoming

Credit Card Number

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Powerof a BSU degree

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In our May issue we featured a roster of fi rms that have Ball State graduates as founders or major offi cers in their companies and more than ten percent of Ball State graduates as employees. Companies who have responded since May are included this issue. The Alumnus staff thanks everyone who participated.

Al Lowe is joined by David Gordon at A.E.D. Motorsport Products,

headquartered in Indianapolis. Lowe is the company’s founder.

A.E.D. Motorsport Products, Indianapoliswww.aedmotorsport.comBSU Founder: P. Alan Lowe, ’85, president; founded in 1995Total number of employees: 11Total number of BSU employees: 3Company overview: a leading distributor of fabrication metals with a focus on the motorsport industry

Eastern Engineering, Muncie, Indianapolis, and Fort Waynewww.easternengineering.com BSU Founder: N/A; Mark Langdon, ’96, president; Dawn Langdon, ’96, treasurer; founded in 1972Total number of employees: 40Total number of BSU employees: 8Company overview: full-service reprographics fi rm specializing in large format, black and white and color printing

Kovert Hawkins Architects, Inc., Jeff eronville and Louisville, KYwww.koverthawkins.comBSU Founders: Hal E. Kovert, ’76; principal; John A. Hawkins, ’82, principal; founded in 1985Total number of employees: 12Total number of BSU employees: 7Company overview: architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, and interior design fi rm

Perkins VonDeylen Architects, Indianapoliswww.PVandA.comBSU Founder: Scott Perkins, ’90, co-founder; Craig VonDeylen, ’90, co-founder; founded in 2000Total number of employees: 5Total number of BSU employees: 5Company overview: architecture fi rm specializing in housing and mixed-use urban/redevelopment projects

Praxis Consulting, Munciewww.praxisconsulting.comBSU Founder: N/A; Shane Copley, ’04, investigation manager; Josh Kemmerling, ’03, research manager; Chad Martin, ’05, client business manager; Adam Smith, ’05, audit manager; Colby Zepik, ’01, recovery manager; founded in 1997Total number of employees: 45Total number of BSU employees: 29Company overview: service provider specializing in subrogation benchmarking, outsourcing, and closed-fi le reviews, enhancing the recognition and recovery results of U.S. auto insurers, self-insured, and municipalities

Ritz Charles Inc., Carmel and Overland Park, KSwww.ritzcharles.comBSU Founder: Charles Lazzara, ’74, president; founded in 1985Total number of employees: 150 (IN), 120 (KS)Total number of BSU employees: 35 (IN)Company overview: Event facility and catering company

Schmidt Associates, Indianapoliswww.schmidt-arch.comBSU Founder: N/A; Anna Marie Burrell, ’93, principal; Ronald W. Fisher, ’79, director of operations/principal; Sarah K. Hempstead, ’98, principal; Kevin D. Shelley, ’90, principal; Mary Ellen Wolf, ’87, principal; founded in 1976Total number of employees: 98Total number of BSU employees: 30Company overview: architecture and design fi rm

Synthesis Incorporated, Indianapoliswww.synthinc.comBSU Founder: Jenelle L. Smagala, ’87, president; founded in 1998Total number of employees: 15Total number of BSU employees: 7Company overview: architecture and landscape architecture design fi rm, specializing in health care, higher education, life sciences, civic/community, and parks and recreation

Alumni from Kovert Hawkins Architects are (Front row): John

Hawkins, Hal Kovert. (Back row): Heather Graninger, Brendan

Brown, James Lake, and Sara Wendelin.

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1920sIn MemoriamElizabeth (Grace) Hutchins, ’25, Muncie, April 8.

1930sIn MemoriamGlennis G. (Powell) Douglass, ’30, Converse, April 19.Garnet R. (Gibson) Marsh, ’31, Muncie, April 28.Dorotha A. (Perry) Wenning, ’33, Greensburg, April 12.Martha E. (Nash) Wacknitz, ’34MA45, Frankfort, March 24.Cecile L. (Hudgel) Warner, ’34MA50, Clearwater, FL, April 18.Elizabeth A. (Rickert) Marker, ’35, Winchester, April 9.Freida M. (Herrin) Alfrey, ’36MA65, Hartford City, April 3.James C. Fidler, ’36, Kyle, TX, April 28.Ina B. (Woodard) Morrical, ’36, Logansport, April 3.Max W. Rudicel, ’38, Kokomo, April 17.

1940sIn MemoriamMartha E. (House) Dennis, ’40, Chandler, AZ, January 30.Marguerite F. (Pratt) Hedges, ’40, Monon, April 17.Clyde E. Rush, ’40, Amarillo, TX, May 3.Robert N. Bussard, ’41, Fort Wayne, March 29.Lloyd D. Frazer, ’41MAE50, Ocala, FL, April 8.Jayne (Harris) Miller, ‘41, Chico, CA, May 5.Esther A. (Arnott) Silden, ’41, Charlotte, NC, April 19.Charlotte V. (Bakes) Baird, ’42, Ladoga, April 19.Dorothy L. (Smith) Kimmel, ’42, Williamsville, NY, March 19.Betty R. (Hiatt) Bounakes, ’43, Portsmouth, RI, April 30.Virginia P. (Schneider) Guillaume, ‘43, Fort Wayne, May 21.Corinne R. (Rager) Wilson, ’43, Tucson, AZ, April 5.Viola B. (Roe) Curry, ’44, Indianapolis, April 21.Marjorie J. (Bowyer) Swanson, ’45, Anderson, April 5.Max L. Hunt, ’46, Hobe Sound, FL, April 19.Alverissa C. (Faupel) Miller, ‘47, Chesterton, May 8.Homer E. Morris, ’47MAE51, South Bend, April 17.James W. Stone, ’47MAE56, Battle Creek, MI, April 16.Joe Harvey, ’48MA56, Sun City, AZ, March 21.

Evelyn L. (Davis) King, ‘48, Muncie, May 14.Ruth S. (Stohler) Stanley, ‘48MAE77, Richmond, May 16.Joseph W. Burt, ‘49MA59, Leesburg, FL, May 8.Gladys C. Leas, ’49MA59, Hudson, April 5.Raymond E. Tanner, ’49, Moreno Valley, CA, April 1.

1950sNewsJohn F. Clouse, ‘58MA60, and his wife Evelyn, Muncie, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, June 1.

In MemoriamDale E. Graham, ’50HHD87, Columbia City, May 11. He received the Distinguised Alumni Award in 1982.Charles E. Kaufman, ’50MA55, Fort Collins, CO, April 25.Samuel G. Bebee, ‘51MA68, Salisbury, MD, May 4.Norman W. Campbell, ’51, Freeport, IL, April 30.

C L A S S N OT E S

Norman E. Crum, ’52MA56, Richmond, March 30. He was a former member of the Alumni Council.Dale A. Nestel, ‘52, Clermont, FL, May 13.George F. Rea, ‘52, Boca Raton, FL, January 4.Marion E. Buzzard, ’53MA60, Berne, February 21.Kenneth A. Grant, ’53, Swansea, IL, April 18.Mary E. (Carnahan) Orr, ‘53, Canton, GA, February 15.James E. Walker, ’53MAE70, Indianapolis, February 22.Beluah M. Frogge, ’54MA61, Muncie, April 2.Edward C. Bir, ‘55MA64, Tucson, AZ, May 30.James M. George, ’55MA62, Woodland Park, CO, October 8, 2006.Adrien (Witkowski) Shelton, ‘57MA60, Corpus Christi, TX, May 1.David L. Bryan, ’58, Waterford, MI, October 20, 2006.Dorothy M. (Dietz) Hamilton, ’58MA65, Selma, May 7.Stephen Kosanovich, ’58MA63, Granger, March 26.John P. Roberds, ’58MA65, Eaton, OH, April 19.

HIGHLIGHTby Katherine Tryon

Paul Gipe

Paul Gipe is an advocate for promoting

the use of renewable energy.

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Since graduating from Ball State with

a degree in natural resources, Paul Gipe, ’73, has dedicated his time and eff ort to

promoting renewable energy. Over the

past decade, his work in the fi eld has

garnered him much attention.

In 1998, The American Wind Energy

Association named Gipe “Man of the

Year” and the World Renewable Energy

Congress presented him with one of

their highest honors, naming him “a

pioneer in renewable energy.”

Gipe’s interest in the environment

began during his college days at Ball

State and grew through his involvement

with ENACT, Ball State’s fi rst

environmental group.

The organization petitioned for the

banning of phosphate detergent sales

by the Indiana Legislature and also

contributed to a seven-year eff ort to

regulate coal strip mining in the U.S.

“I was a radical at Ball State and I’m still

a radical,” says Gipe, adding that after

graduating he wanted to continue to

make a diff erence.

“I decided to put my career where my

mouth was,” he says.

He says one of his greatest

achievements is his contribution

toward making the use of renewable

energy a more common occurrence.

Use of renewable energy, he says, “is

a reality, and I am proud to have been

a part of the process that has made it

happen.”

In addition to contributing to

publications on the topic, Gipe also

has authored several books about

renewable energy.

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Wilbur E. Davis, ‘59, Milwaukee, WI, May 21.Ruth (Boone) Herron, ’59, Lapel, April 10.

1960sNewsJudy K. (Musser) Fendel, ’62, New Palestine, has retired from Community Hospitals as a registered nurse.Linda S. (Gambee) Henry, ’62, Puyallup, WA, has co-authored her fourth book, Transformational Eldercare from the Inside Out: Strengths-Based Strategies for Caring.Richard D. Hibschman, ’62, Kansas City, MO, retired as head of Pembroke Hill School. Hewas honored with an endowment fund created in his name.Nancy L. (Stine) Walts, ’62MA77EdD88, Bonita Springs, FL, has retired as administrator of Bradner Health Care in Marion. Daniel M. Sherry, ’63, Brentwood, TN, has retired as a fi sh and wildlife biologist from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. He continues to perform as a musician/vocalist with a night club band.Anna V. Liechty, ’68, and her brother, Paul S. Liechty, MA51EDS69, are living in a retirementcenter in Berne. Anna is 91 and Paul is 89 years old.Jeanne H. (DeWitt) Sheridan, ’68MA69, Fort Wayne, was recently appointed director of secondary education for the Education Department at the University of St. Francis.Charlotte A. (Pace) Wilkens, ’68, Stevensville, MI, retired this spring after 39 years as a teacher and counselor with Benton Harbor area schools.Mary K. (Plummer) Thies, ‘69MAE71, Mishawaka, retired after 38 years of teaching in the Elkhart Community Schools.

In MemoriamGenevra E. (Kelley) Kaiser, ’60, Bourbon, April 27.Earl M. Lees, ‘60, Peru, May 16.Toni A. (Quate) McCloud, ’60, Rochester, MI, April 26.Robert A. Chezem, ’61, Muncie, May 1.Robert L. Harrold, ‘61, Hartford City, May 24.Charles D. Stevens, ’61MA71, Hagerstown, April 2.Frances G. (Abney) Sulanke, ’61MA62, Muncie, May 8.Ronald L. Beasley, ’62, Syracuse, April 15.Sandra I. (Baughman) DeCraene, ‘62, Granger, May 17.Richard C. Scoggins, ’62, Kokomo, May 8.Larry B. Stuber, ’62MA68, Chesterton, April 16.Robert A. Perrigo, ’64MA66, Marlette, MI, March 24.Edward S. Talley, ‘64, Bloomington, May 19.Anne E. (Sikes) Clark, MA65, Indianapolis, May 8.Sharen S. (Tyner) Duncan, ’65, Tipton,April 14.Lois J. (Venard) LaGue, ’65MAE69, Crawfordsville, May 3.Karen M. Woods, ’65, Gilbert, AZ, April 5.Robert W. Crick, ‘66, Mission, TX, May 9.Kirk A. Halberstadt, ‘66MA67, Rockford, MI, April 26.

Sharon L. (Pearl) Moon, ’66, Indianapolis, April 19.Jeanette (Cox) Reynolds, ’66MA69, Muncie, April 17.Sofi a P. (Nunez) Rodriguez, MA66, San Antonio, TX, April 3.Harry F. Baney, ’67, South Bend, April 11.Ralph J. Coleson, MA67, Grove City, OH, May 19.Elizabeth A. (Forsythe) Huntzinger, MA67, Indianapolis, March 27. Walter J. Muth, ’67MA72, Fort Wayne, November 8, 2006.Cliff ord C. Robinson, ‘67, Indianapolis, May 30.Neva J. (McNeelan) Snider, ‘67, Anderson, May 15.Billy J. Upchurch, MAE67, Richmond, May 17.David J. Kelly, ‘68, Anderson, May 21.Josephine H. (Ruddell) Leden, ’68, Connersville, April 22.Gloria J. (Althardt) Brown, ‘69MAE74, Phoenix, AZ, May 27.

1970sNewsMary K. (Kirkpatrick) House, ’70, Muncie, works for Muncie Surgical Associates, Inc. as a registered nurse.Niel C. Ellerbrook, ‘70, Evansville, has been elected to the board of the American Gas Foundation. He is a former recipient of the Ball State Distinguished Alumni Award.Edwin M. Shafer, ’70, Apison, TN, is vice president of development for Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America.Susan E. (Cookerly) Armor, ’72, Franklin, is special projects coordinator and a clinical nurse for the Cancer Care Center of Johnson Memorial Hospital.Kevin D. Walter, ’72MAE77, North Manchester, retired from Manchester Junior High School in May. David taught Language Arts for 35 years and also served as a coach. David L. Gregory, ’73MA78, Morocco and Kathy M. (Niedzielski) Gregory, ’72MAE75, retired this spring from North Newton School Corporation. David taught 31 years, and Kathy taught 33 years.Teresa A. (Moeller) Bavender, ’74, Lodi, CA, is a registered nurse for the California Nurses Association.Randall A. Condra, ’74, Columbus, OH, will have a solo exhibit of his watercolors at the Worthington Community Center in July and August. The exhibit is entitled, ”Geometric Impressions.”Susan K. (Galvin) Newbold, ’75, Franklin, TN, has been promoted to associate professor for the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. Susan received Ball State’s Outstanding Nursing Alumni Award in 1995.Deborah A. (Sawyer) Gaughan, ’75, Carmel, has joined BKD, LLP, a CPA and advisory fi rm, as a supervisor in tax services.Kimberly (Parks) Poppa, ‘76, Skaneateles, NY, recently received the 2007 Distinguished Service Award from the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of New York, NY.Heidi (Reiter) Cissell, ’78, Calabassas, CA, was

soprano soloist for the “Miss Americana” mass in Carnegie Hall in 2006.Douglas J. Glasenapp, ’79, Milwaukee, WI, was named the 2006 Outstanding Biology Teacher for Wisconsin. He teaches at Rufus King International Baccalaureate High School.

Marriages Dena (Mentis), ’73, to George Kouremetis, San Francisco, September 10, 2005. Dena has been named director of sales training for The Advantage Group, located in Sacramento. The couple resides in Folsom, CA. Alyce A. (Carll), ’76, to Allen Rios, December 30, 2006. Alyce is a special education teacher for Hillsborough County Schools. The couple resides in Lithia, FL.

In MemoriamBettye A. (Achor) Hocker, ’70MA76, Goshen, March 28.June R. (Iliff ) Smith, ‘71, Jamaica, NY, May 31.Richard E. Stucky, MA72, Monroe, February 5.Marvin A. Beck, ’73, Carlsbad, NM, January 26.Gorman L. Miller, EdD73, Danville, PA, April 9.Marilyn C. (Carter) Opel, MAE73, Fountain Hills, AZ, April 24.Stephen L. Borden, ’74, Indianapolis, April 22.Bruce S. Stephens-Hotopp, MA74, Indianapolis, May 21.Linda A. (Rodden) Wright, ’74MAE79, Anderson, April 6.Kirby N. Bartlett, ’75, Coram, MT, April 27.Mark H. Northrop, ’75, Indianapolis, April 26.Marjorie L. (Ferguson) Smith, ’75MA84, Clarksburg, April 16.Coleen R. (McLaughlin) DeCamp, ’77, Mount Vernon, April 18.Vicki J. Luhrsen, ’77MAE82, Aurora, April 8.Anthony J. Prosen, PhD77, Muncie, April 16.Shirley J. (Koreva) Hollenback, MAE79, Brunswick, ME, April 11.

1980sNewsThomas M. McLaughlin, Jr, ’80MA81, Burlington, WI, has joined Case Construction Equipment as communications manager.Gina M. (Spradlin) Smith, ’80, Leesburg, was recently promoted to implementation administrator at HPS, headquartered in Middleville, MI.John O. Sheller, ’81, Prospect, KY, is an attorney with Stoll Keenon Ogden, PLLC.James F. Ziegler, ‘83, Rochester, is the recipient of the 2006 High Miler award and was designated one of the top fi ve professional drivers for Hoosier Transit, Inc./Elkhart.Richard W. Chance, ’84, Greenwood, is a healthcare consultant at BSA LifeStructures.Susan J. Wilden, ’84, Noblesville, works as a freelance photographer for SPMSportsInc.comJerrold T. Parsey, ’86BAR86, Tallahassee, FL, recently accepted the position of director of architecture for Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., Orlando, FL. Richard J. Ruppert, BAR86, Indianapolis,

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Inc. His wife, Andrea J. (Hancock) Deer, ’95, has completed a scrapbooking line. She is a product designer for Scrappin’ Sports and More.James S. Defalque, ’96BAR96, Carmel, is a project architect with CSO Architects. Bryan L. Bain, ’97MA99, Oshkosh, WI, has been elected to a second two-year term on the Oshkosh Common Council.Dana N. Mull, ’98, Atlanta, GA, is an account manager for the Microsoft Corporation, Atlanta.Gregory S. Smith, ’99MA06, Osceola, has been named defensive coordinator of the football team at Mishawaka High School.

MarriagesShelley A. (Beber), ’95, to Scott Kinder, Woonsocket, RI, May 5. Shelley is employed by Heritage of Rhode Island. They reside in Woonsocket, RI.Lisa A. (Choinacky), ’97, to Josh Parks, Austin, TX, November 26, 2006. Lisa works for Women and Their Work: Artspace. Jennifer A. (Stone), ’97, to Chad J. McCauley, ’96MS99, February 17. The couple resides in Ingleside, IL.Ralph L. Baker, ’98, to Keri A. Chew, June 17, 2006. They live in Greensburg, PA. Brandon S. Hartman, ’98, to Shannon Wilson, May 5. Brandon is the program and marketing manager for Impact 2818, a Christian ministry. The couple resides in North Webster.Melissa A. (Patterson), ’99, to John Heinrichs, May 11. Melissa works with the Washington

has been promoted to associate in the K-12 education studio at CSO Architects, Indianapolis.R. Randall Schumacher, ’86BAR86, Fishers, has been promoted to principal in the higher education studio at CSO Architects, Indianapolis.Robert R. Webb, ’86, Orlando, FL, has been promoted to branch manager at Florida Lift Systems.Theresa L. (Wilson) Flores, ’87, Columbus, OH, has published her fi rst book, The Sacred Bath: An American Teen’s Story of Modern Day Slavery.Mark V. Kratzner, ‘87, Vincennes, owns and operates Hall of Hollywood Hoosiers, honoring people in Hollywood with Hoosier connections. Lewis H. Strouse, DA87, Pittsburgh, PA, has received the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, District 1, “Citation of Excellence” award for teaching in higher education. He is associate chairman of music education at Carnegie Mellon University.Gregory J. Hill, ’89BAR89, Levering, MI, is an architectural designer with N.J. White Associates in Petoskey, MI.

In MemoriamDavid M. Kirch, MBA80, Indianapolis,April 3.Edna M. (Crose) Hesson, ’83, Muncie, May 11.Julia K. Roberts, ’83, Indianapolis, April 30.Diana G. (Miller) Rumler, ’83, Greenfi eld, April 24.William A. Spurgeon, ’83, Muncie, April 4.

Alan B. Christopher, MA86, Morgantown, WV, January 19.Betty J. (Piner) Hahn, ‘86, Muncie, May 15.Frank C. Barton, ’88, Zionsville, April 28.Marc Hoff man, ’89, Muncie, April 14.Peter J. Davidson, ‘89, University Park, FL, January 30.M. Gregory Johnston, ’89, Austin, TX, April 22.

1990sNewsShelly A. (Spier) Goethals, ‘92, New Carlisle, graduated in May from the University of Notre Dame with a master of business administration degree.Troy C. Hershman, ‘92, Muncie, is assistant athletic trainer at Ball State.Joseph E. Nealon, ’93, Hopkinton, MA, is a legal analyst for the morning show on WCRN 830 AM radio.Shawn M. Pala, MS93, Indianapolis, owns and operates a private chiropractic practice in Noblesville.Ann T. Zimmerman, ‘94, Fishers, has been promoted to associate in the corporate commercial studio of CSO Architects, Indianapolis.Jason E. Bruce, ’95BAR95, Fishers, has joined CSO Architects, Indianapolis, as a project architect/manager in the K-12 education studio.David J. Deer, 95, Indianapolis, has begun a new job with Stanley Security Solutions,

Take

with you!Celebrate the summer by wearing Ball State apparel on your vacation and enter our “Take Ball State with You” contest for a chance to have your photo published in the September issue of the Alumnus. E-mail photos to [email protected] or mail them to Ball State University, Alumni Association, Muncie, IN

47306-0075.

“Take Ball State with You” Rules:1. Entries must be received by Wednesday, August 1 to be considered for publication.2. If sending an electronic image, photo must be high resolution (at least 300 dpi).3. Hard-copy images must be originals.4. Photos must include at least one BSU alumnus.5. A description of the location where the photo was taken and names of all those in the photo must accompany the entry.6. Only one entry per person will be considered.

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Elementary School District in Phoenix, AZ. The couple resides in Phoenix.

New AdditionsCheryl J. (Stohr) Cundy, ‘90, Columbia, MO, and her husband Timothy, a daughter, July 26, 2006.S.Troy Burk, ’94, Indianapolis, and his wife Megan, a son, April 11.Tammy M. (Burdsall) Grieser, ’94, and Sean C. Grieser, ’94MA98, Silver Spring, MD, a son, March 21.Kathryn A. (Mass) Smith, ‘94, and Gregory S. Smith, ‘99MA06, Osceola, a son, April 19.Becky S. (Bishop) Moren, ’95 and Mark G. Moren, PhD95, Talkeetna, AK, a daughter, January 29.Brenda R. (Eckstein) Moster, ’95, and Dominic J. Moster, ’93, Carmel, a son, January 3. Dominic is a managing actuary for Conseco.Michelle R. (Steele) Wente, ’95, and Brent A. Wente, ’95, Bad Soden, Germany, a son, February 17.Trevor E. Bergum, ‘96, and his wife Joanna, Westfi eld, a daughter, April 13.Sarah J. (DeFreese) Ferris, ‘96, and Jerald C. Ferris, ‘94, Sacramento, CA, a son, April 21. Sarah is a fourth grade teacher for Sacramento City Unifi ed Schools. Jerald is English department chairman at River City High School. Matthew E. Smith, ’96, Burke, VA, and his wife Karen, a daughter, February 6. Matthew is deputy assistant secretary of public aff airs for the U.S. Department of Veterans Aff airs. Deborah L. (Thompson) Beck, ’97, and her husband Rick, Avon, a son, December 2, 2006.Sara J. (Edson) Soultz, ‘97, and Ryan A. Soultz, ‘97, Indianapolis, a daughter, May 7.Natalie (Anzur) Jarvis, ’98, Dyer, and her husband Jason, a son, March 8.Shannon R. (Gaber) Kizlyk, ‘99, Colorado Springs, CO, and her husband Darrick, a son, May 21.

In MemoriamDonald H. Dailey, MPA91MA95, Georgetown, May 22.Melinda N. (Eichhorn) Landis, ‘92, Fishers, May 28.Joan L. (Wiley) Whelan, ’94, Muncie, October 9, 2006.Timothy H. Gable, ’95, Connersville, April 2.Rainn L. (Malis) MacPhail, ’96, Fort Wayne, April 27.Teresa C. (Holland) Scherer, ’97, Muncie, April 17.Vanessa L. (Welles) Miller, ’96, Goshen, April 16.

2000sNewsMeredith E. (Williamson) Echols, ’00, Roseville, MN, is an interior designer at Vivid Interiors in Minneapolis, MN.Celeste A. (Sutton) Stanley, ’00, Indianapolis, is senior marketing/PR strategist for Synergy Marketing Group, Inc.Susan R. (Overs) Wilson, MA00, Daleville, is

an agent with Shelter Insurance in Anderson.Brian C. Campbell, ’01BAR01, Columbus, has been promoted to associate in the corporate commercial studio of CSO Architects, Indianapolis.Amy R. Demuth, ’01MS02, Fishers, has been promoted to supervisor at BKD, LLP in Indianapolis.Jennifer M. Faller, ’01, Pasadena, CA, received her doctor of pharmacy degree. She works for Walgreens.Andrew D. Heidt, ’01, Murfreesboro, TN, is a photographer/digital specialist with Middle Tennessee State University.Wallace M. Johnson, II, ‘73BS02, Lexington, MA, was inducted into the Delaware County Hall of Fame for Coaching in May. He is assistant athletic director for the Boston Public Schools.Randall S. Robison, ’02BAR02, Brownsburg, recently joined CSO Schenkel Schultz , Indianapolis, as a project architect in the higher education studio.Jami E. Heath, ’03, Muncie, is vice president and co-owner of University Pedorthics. Kassandra E. Heine, ’03, Brookline, MA, has

graduated from the New England School of Law in Boston, MA.Kathryn M. Huneke, ’03, Greensburg, tours with Disney, training entertainers. She also plays Alice in “Alice in Wonderland.”Jennifer A. Kelm, ’03, Roselle, IL, is a staging specialist with Disney. She teaches and works with maintaining creative intent with the shows and parades.David B. Lefevre, ’03BAR03, Elkhart, has accepted a graduate architect position at Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill Architecture, Chicago, IL. He recently completed a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Pennsylvania.Katherine E. Maddock, ’03, Brookville, is a registered nurse at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, OH.Nicole D. Voges, ’03, Chicago, IL, was recently promoted to Web master of Modern Healthcare magazine.Nehginpao Kipgen, ’04, Laurel, MD, received the ECO Award 2006 from the Earth Community Organization. He is president and general secretary of Kuki International Forum. Kathleen L. Swander, ’04, Carmel, is

HIGHLIGHTby Laura Ford

Laurie Orloff

Published author Laurie Orloff also is

an accomplished musician.

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Laurie Orloff , ’79MA83, a musician and author, recently published her second book, How to Handle Your Cranky and Stressed-Out Parents: A Guide for Teens. Orloff , who is known for her joyful parenting columns in Florida and Texas newspapers, was inspired to write the book by her oldest son.

“From day one I’ve tried to put myself in his shoes, and then my other son’s shoes, too,” she says. “That’s what compelled me [to write the book], standing in their shoes and seeing how well it really does work.”

Orloff ’s writing career began in 1991 through a letter she had written in regard to a segment that aired on ABC network’s 20/20. She disagreed with the advice given by a doctor, who advocated that babies cry themselves to sleep.

Six weeks after sending the letter, Orloff heard her words read on the air by the show’s John Stossel. The letter was presented at the beginning of a segment that showcased two doctors, with opposing views, to debate the topic.

“When I [heard] my letter read, I thought, ‘Maybe what I have to say is important,’” says Orloff . For the next 16 years, she focused her eff orts on writing and speaking about parenting. Her fi rst

book, The Ten Commandments of Holistic Parenting, was published in 1997.

Within the past year, Orloff has stepped away from her writing to focus on her fi rst passion, the viola. She currently plays in orchestras in the Dallas and eastern Texas area and in southern Arkansas, while also teaching private lessons in her own studio and at a nearby school.

She says the parenting advice relates also to her work as an instructor. “I apply a lot of my parenting philosophy when I’m one-on-one with [my students],” Orloff says. “I love making them feel good about themselves, making them laugh, and making the music fun for them.”

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communications specialist for the Indiana State Department of Agricultue.Raun A. Love, ’05BAR05, Indianapolis, has been promoted to associate in the K-12 education studio of CSO Architects.Zachary M. Florent, ‘06, Fort Wayne, is a teacher/trainer of English and information communication technology in the Philippines for the United States Peace Corps. Jillynn M. Guth, ’06, Chesterton, has joined CSO Architects as a graduate architect in the commercial studio.Sheana M. Knighton, ‘06, Frederick, MD, is communications assistant for the talent agency, Creative Artists Agency.

Marriages Jill E. (Jones), ’00, to Matthew Wichman, April 21. Jill is a special education teacher in Anderson. They live in Indianapolis.Emily M. (Scheiman), ’00, to Jeff rey Pass, May 12. Emily is a nurse for Clarian Health Partners. They live in Fishers.Ryan C. Childers, ’01MS02, to Kira K. Hallgren, September 2, 2006.Sara A. (Baldini), ’02, to Michael Dill,October 19, 2006. Sara is a dental hygienist for Burkhart Family Dentistry. The couple resides in Mishawaka. Matthew K. Deitchley, ’02, to Andrea Alabaugh, September 23, 2006. Matthew is executive producer for the morning show at WNDU-TV. The couple resides in South Bend.Audrey L. (Huston), ’02, to Richard Fireline, Jr., February 23. Audrey is a special needs teacher in Syracuse. The couple resides in Elkhart.Angela K. (Garlinger), ’02, to Ben Eberhart, April 21. She teaches kindergarten for Washington Township Schools. The couple resides in Fishers.Jennifer A. (James), ’02, to Richard L. Corkum, September 23, 2006. Jennifer is a self-employed Web designer. The couple lives in Naples, FL. Kara L. (VanLue), ’02, to Trent Mamazza, December 30, 2006. Kara is a teacher for New Prairie United School Corporation. They reside in New Carlisle.Janelle M. (Cipriano), 03, to Brian Rebel, April 20. The couple resides in Naperville, IL.Amber L. (Penrod), ’03MA05, to Kevin Stautamoyer, May 5. Amber is a fi tness program director. They live in Muncie.Jessica S. (Williams), ’03, to Travis R. Scott, ’03, November 4, 2006. The couple lives in Indianapolis.Courtney L. (Cauble), ’04, to Christopher Cheever, May 12. Courtney is a product marketing analyst at Conseco Insurance, Indianapolis. They live in Carmel.Michael J. Gant, ’04, to Jennifer J. Weaver, April 14. Michael works for the J.H. Bennett Co. They live in Fort Wayne. Shannon B. (Joyce), ‘05, to Joe Buckner, March 24. The couple resides in Cincinnati, OH.Marisa A. (Schriefer), ’05, to Christopher Bland, April 28. Marissa is a preschool teacher at Huff er Memorial Children’s Center. The couple resides in Muncie.Heather M. (Snyder), ’05, to Trent B. Pell, ’05, September 23, 2006. Heather works for the Sincerus Bronze Art Center. Trent is a

July 5 Michiana Alumni Chapter Elkhart

Board of Directors Meeting

14 Northeastern Alumni Chapter Fort Wayne

Th ree Rivers Festival Parade

20 Nursing Alumni Society Student Center

Pinning Ceremony

21 Black Alumni Society Indianapolis

Board of Directors

United Way Breakfast at Black Expo

21 Michiana Alumni Chapter Goshen

4-H Fair Luncheon and Concert

23 FCS Alumni Society Muncie

“Make-n-Take” Summer Social

26 Greater Indianapolis Alumni Indianapolis

Cocktail Tasting Event

27 Cardinal Football Alliance Muncie


August 3-5 Black Alumni Society Reunion Alumni Center

11 Chicago Area Alumni Chicago, IL

White Sox Baseball Outing

11 Greater Indianapolis Alumni Fishers

Mardi Gras Party on the Prairie

21 Michiana Alumni Elkhart


22 Half-Century Club Revisit Alumni Center

24 Cincinnati Area Alumni Cincinnati, OH

Reds Baseball Outing

28 Scheumann Stadium Dedication Scheumann Stadium

28 Nursing Alumni Society Alumni Center


30 Football Pre-Game Rally Alumni Center

BSU vs.Miami University

30 NREM Alumni Society Alumni Center


September 6 Adams-Wells Alumni Chapter Decatur


14 Education Redefi ned Tour Annapolis, MD

with President Gora

15 Football Pre-Game Rally Annapolis, MD

BSU vs. Navy

15 NREM Alumni Society TBA

White River Clean-up

15 Greater Indianapolis Alumni Anderson

Hoosier Park Outing

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geographic systems specialist for the Madison County Council of Government. The couple resides in Osceola.Lindsay J. (Spaulding), ’05, to Christopher G. Jones, May 19. Lindsay is a reporter for the Hendricks County Flyer in Avon. The couple resides in Mooresville.Ashley A. (Stites), ’05, to Trent Terry, April 7. Ashley is assistant principal for De-Soto County Schools. They live in Bradenton, FL.Candi S. (Weirich), ’05, to Daniel A. Niksch, ’05, September 23, 2006. They live in Crown Point.Leora B. (Adams), ‘06, to Matthew S. Jarrett, June 2. Leora is a teacher at East Wayne Headstart. The couple resides in New Haven.Kari E. (Jones), ’06, to Nicholas J. Gayes, ’03, May 12. Kari works at Fairytale Brownies, Phoenix, AZ. Nick is lead sports designer at the East Valley Tribune, Mesa, AZ. They live in Chandler, AZ.Holly A. (Samuels), ’06, to Gregory Allen, May 19. Holly is a news reporter at Red River Broadcasting KVRR-TV.Austin C. Summers, ‘06, to Shannon M. Wright, June 2. Austin works for Safe Auto Insurance. They reside in Columbus, OH.Melissa N. (Welling), ‘06, to Zach Weber, June 2. Melissa works for Lutheran Social Services of Indiana. The couple resides in Fort Wayne.Cristen E. (Houghton), ‘07, to Andrew J. Cassler, June 2. They reside in Elkhart.

New AdditionsErica D. (Showalter) Hoke, ’00, and Jeff rey D. Hoke, ’94, Charlotte, NC, a son, April 27. Jeff is a materials manager for GE. Erica is a self-employed graphic designer.Dawn M. (Wasielewski) Lue Pann, ’00, and her husband Damien, Orlando, FL, a daughter, April 6.Jeremy M. Decker, ’01, and his wife Amanda, Noblesville, a son, March 16.Brian L. Shrieve, ‘01, and his wife Brooke, Muncie, a daughter, May 29.Amanda E. (Terrell) Suhan, ‘01, and her husband Matt, Middleville, MI, a son, May 4.Natalie J. (Westerfeld) Wanstrath, ’01, and her husband Nathan, Batesville, a son, March 21.Maya L. (Crevonis) Laurent, ’02, and Patrick R. Laurent, ’00, Westfi eld, a son, February 7.Meredith (Wenzel) Miller, ‘02, and her husband Matthew, Westfi eld, a son, April 10.Renee K. (Planck) Sills, ’02, and Drew A. Sills, ’01, Evansville, a daughter, December 1, 2006.Kristen L. (Tette), ’02, and Ryan T. Meier, ’04, Fishers, a son, November 22, 2006.

In MemoriamJack Burks, ’00, Anderson, March 30.Elizabeth A. Burgess, ’05, Baxter, TN, May 5.

Friends and Faculty In MemoriamMargaret Bumb, Muncie, died May 27. Bumb, wife of the late Oliver Bumb, was actively involved in Ball State organizations and activities, including serving as president of the BSU Women’s Club and on the selection committee for Cardinal Corps. She also was a valued volunteer in the Muncie community. She is survived by three children, fi ve grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

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21. (Not Pictured: Ball State University, An Interpretive History. A narrative look at the university, authored by Ball State professors Anthony Edmonds and Bruce Geelhoed.

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