csb give back 2011
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Why I give to the College of Saint Benedict.TRANSCRIPT
WHY I GIVE…�“We are blessed with the
best at Saint Ben's. It is sucha great feeling to know I am
part of this community by supporting students.”
Larry ChristenParent of a Bennie
FA C I L I T I E S D I R E C T O R
Physical Plant
WHY I GIVE…�“I had a fantastic education at Saint
Ben's - one that prepared me well for asuccessful career in public accounting.
I loved it so much I came back,this time as a faculty member.
My two daughters have alsoselected Saint Ben's, so it has
become a family passion!”
Mary Jepperson '80Parent of a Bennie
A S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R , C H A I R
Accounting and Finance
WHY I GIVE…“Saint Ben's students have agenuine enthusiam for their
future. �e laughter andwonderful conversations
we share are great!”
Onnah DeuhsC U S T O D I A N
Custodial Maintenance
WHY I GIVE…�“I want to pay it forward.
Someone did it for me whenI was a student, and it's now
my time, responsibility,and desire to do the
same for others.”
Marcia Mahlum '96
D I R E C T O R
Campus Recreation
WHY I GIVE…�“I bring artists from all over theworld to our campuses, and eachand every artist is wildly impressedby the caliber of our students. �e conversation generally goes something like this, ‘I wish all college students were as capable, insightful, polite, thoughtful and motivated as your students. �ey're unbelievable!’
And I tell the artists,they're right.”
Brian JoseE X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R
Fine Arts Programming
,
WHY I GIVE…“I feel very fortunate to have
experienced Saint Ben's as both a student and an employee. It is a
combination of these experiencesthat has deepened my appreciation
for the unique liberal arts,gendered education that
Saint Ben's o�ers and inspiredme to give back to the
institution that hasbeen instrumental in my
own development.”
Emily Cook-Lundgren '06
C H I E F O F S TA F F A N D E X E C U T I V E A S S I S TA N T
President's O�ce
“We are regular donors to Saint Ben's to supportsustainability programs and opportunities for studentswho might not otherwise have the ability to attenda private liberal arts college. In both cases weview our support as an investment in thefuture, not just for the individuals itdirectly impacts, but for the broadercommunity that will learn andbene�t from the educationSaint Ben's o�ers ourfuture leaders, neighbors,and colleagues.”
Theresa AndersonA D V I S O R
Academic Advising
Derek LarsonA S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R
History and Environmental Studies
WHY WE GIVE…
WHY I GIVE…“I give because of thewonderful young womenwho attend Saint Ben’swith a strong desirefor learning. We lookto them to be leadersfor the future.”
John DomanB U S D R I V E R
Transportation
WHY I GIVE…
LuAnn ReifParent of a Bennie
A S S O C I AT E P R O F E S S O R
Nursing
“I contribute because I believe inthe mission of our institutionsand that we have a signi�cant impacton the development of future leaders.Every year, I am impressed withthe quality of our studentsand feel it is a privilege tohave an opportunity to beinvolved in theireducational journey.I see my contributionas a way to supporttheir pursuit of aquality education.”
WHY I GIVE…“As a Johnnie, spouse of a Bennie, and
father to a Class of 2033 Bennie hopeful,I've been able to experience the
positive impact Saint Ben's has onthe world. It is great to be able to
work at and give back to aplace that has played such a
signi�cant role in my ownpersonal development.”
Jon Bruns '05
C O O R D I N AT O R
Events and Conferences
WHY I GIVE…“Bennies - Every day, I hear your
stories. You con�de in me withyour struggles, your joys, your
hopes, dreams and aspirations.I've learned who you are and
who you hope to be
... and I believe in you!”
Jessica Guentzel '05
D I R E C T O R
Campus Ministry
,
WHY I GIVE…“As a proud alum and employee, I feeland witness the Saint Ben's experience
every day. Women leave Saint Ben's truly changed; they are inspired, con�dent,
compassionate, and eager to followtheir life’s passion. Bennies
experience a highly esteemededucation and countless
opportunities, empoweringthem to become leaders andultimately create their own
destiny. �e world needs moreBennies. I believe in helping
make their tomorrow possible.”
Erica Rademacher '03
A S S I S TA N T D I R E C T O R
Career Services
WHY I GIVE…�“I feel lucky to work at a
place that gives young women opportunities to reach their
full potential.”
Bev OvermanA C C O U N T I N G A S S I S TA N T
Business O�ce
WHY I GIVE…�“I give because it was me
and now it's you.We are Saint Ben's.”
Abby Campbell '06
A D M I S S I O N R E P R E S E N TAT I V E
Admission O�ce
Kay WolsbornP R O F E S S O R , C H A I R
Political Science
WHY I GIVE…�“I have tremendous
con�dence in the aspirationsof Saint Ben's students.
�ese young women willprovide the leadership
we need fora better future.”
WHY I GIVE…
Ken JohannesParent of a Bennie M A I N T E N A N C E / L O C K S M I T H
Physical Plant
“I appreciate working withthe students each day. I know they appreciate when an employee gives back and believes in supporting their education at Saint Ben's.”
Mike DurbinAT H L E T I C M E D I A R E L AT I O N SH E A D B A S K E T B A L L C O A C H
Athletics
“I have had the pleasure of working with over 300 student-athletes during my time at Saint Ben’s. Each year,I watch the transformativepower of the Saint Ben’sexperience. Students leavechanged – more con�dent,empowered, and ready toface the challenges thataccompany following theirdreams. �at is why Ibelieve so deeply in theexperience o�ered here.”
WHY I GIVE…
Pam ImmelmanI N S T R U C T O R
First Year Seminar
I GIVE…to make your education possible.
Stephen StelznerP R O F E S S O R
Psychology
WHY I GIVE…“I value my own liberal arts
education and I enjoy teachingCSB/SJU students in a liberal arts
atmosphere. I give to make thatsame educational experience a
reality for more students.”
Shirley Miller '61Parent of a Bennie
E V E N I N G G R I L L L E A D
Culinary Services
I GIVE…to make your education possible.
WHY I GIVE…“It is my privilege to honor thecommunity with a contribution thatcan provide sacred space and opportunitiesfor young women. Contributing isrewarding knowing that theseyoung women will be takingthe experiences they have atSaint Ben's with them –experiences that willstrengthen and shapetheir future. ”
Jodie Peschl '94
O F F I C E C O O R D I N AT O R
Companions on a Journey
John OlsonP R O F E S S O R
Economics
I GIVE…to make your education possible.
WHY I GIVE…“I have the opportunity tomeet and work with many
wonderful and extraordinarySaint Ben's students.Learning more about
them and their individualexperiences has inspired
me to give.”
Jessica ReiterA S S I S TA N T D I R E C T O R
Events and Conferences
WHY I GIVE…“My gift is inspired by thetalented women I meet whether she is a student-athlete or student employee. �ey demonstrate signi�cant growth during their four years at Saint Ben's and see in themselves opportunity to make a di�erence in the world.
�at is inspiring!”
Carol Howe-VeenstraAT H L E T I C D I R E C T O R
Athletics
WHY I GIVE…“My gift is inspired by the young
women I have met throughout myyears at Saint Ben’s. �ey have beenand continue to be capable, giving,
thoughtful, and enthusiastic.�eir development while atSaint Ben’s proves to me the
value of a liberal artseducation – and I give to
ensure others thesame opportunity.”
Bev RadaichA D M I N I S T R AT I V E A S S I S TA N T
English and Humanities Division