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Magazine for alumni and friends Winter 2017 • No. 1

in this issue

AdministrationDr. Marysz Rames PresidentSteven Elliott Vice President for Academic AffairsKevin Armstrong Chief Executive Officer, Wayne State FoundationDr. Jeff Carstens Vice President and Dean of Student LifeAngela Fredrickson Vice President for Administration & Finance

Wayne State Foundation StaffDeb Lundahl Director of Major Gifts Laura Robinett Director of Alumni RelationsSue Jammer ControllerJanel Kramer Foundation Office AssistantCathleen Hansen Alumni Office AssistantLori Bebee Office Assistant

Editorial StaffJay Collier Director of College RelationsAmanda Broberg Writing SpecialistTrudy Muir Graphic DesignerAngie Steffen Writer, Photographer

Wayne State Magazine is published semiannually for alumni and friends of Wayne State College. The magazine is funded by the

Wayne State Foundation.

Comments and letters should be mailed to: Wayne State Foundation, Wayne State College, 1111 Main Street, Wayne, Nebraska 68787

3 President’s Message - Dr. Marysz Rames 4-6 Best College in Nebraska 7 TRiO Marks 25 Years at Wayne State 8-9 Winter 2016 Commencement • Snyder ‘90 Receives Alumni Achievement Award 10-11 Faculty News 12 Goal Reached for the Jeanne Gardner Black & Gold Endowment 13 Wayne State Foundation New Trustees Announced 14-16 Wildcat Athletics • Women’s Soccer Team Records Most Wins in a Decade • Bardou, DeSimone Lead Cross Country Teams • Volleyball Team Advances to NCAA Tournament • Five Wildcat Football Players Named All-NSIC 17 Alumni Reunions: Des Moines, Iowa; Grand Island, Neb.; Omaha, Neb.; and Sun City, Ariz. 18-19 Homecoming Recap 20-27 Alumni Notes • Wisner Yacht Club Reunion • Kristin (Brudigam) Rosander ‘04 • Once a Wildcat...Always a Wildcat • Dr. John Schneider ‘73 • Chris White ‘96 • Herb Mignery ‘59 • Frederick Bruno ‘12 • Phi Sigma Epsilon Fall 2017 Anniversary Celebration • Karlena Sayers ‘06 • Rhonda (Golwitzer) Brunson ‘00 • A. Thomas Schomberg ‘64 • Terri Jelinek ‘78 • Janel Kramer ‘04 • Dr. Clayton Ray Diez ‘72, MSE ‘79 On the cover: A student studies in the newly renovated Conn Library.

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Welcome to the winter edition of the Wayne State Magazine for alumni and friends. In the following pages you will see stories celebrating the accomplishments of our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. Each example, in its own way, reflects the values we hold dear: excellence, affordability, and accessibility.

Wayne State was recognized many times in 2016 by a variety of publications that assess colleges on such factors as affordability, quality, accessibility, and outcomes. I am excited to report that seven of these online publications ranked our programs among the best in Nebraska and the nation.

Perhaps my favorite of all the recognitions we received this past year was from Money Magazine. Wayne State earned the title of “Best College in Nebraska” based on the quality of our educational programs, affordability, and the success of you, our alumni. Money ranked Wayne State 145th out of 700 selected schools from around the entire nation using the same criteria as the state ranking.

Money’s recognition of our programs, along with similar rankings you will read about in this issue, point to Wayne State’s commitment to our mission of student success, learning excellence, and regional service. This focus on the future of our students and the great state of Nebraska sustains the momentum that has helped us remain a cornerstone of higher education.

The following pages also contain examples of the people and services that make us a strong institution: the student support services of TRiO, which for 25 years has worked to assist and motivate first-generation, low-income, and disabled WSC students; successful alumna such as Jeanette Snyder of the class of 1990, who now serves as Region Credit Manager for Crop Production Services, managing the trade credit risk within a $4 billion sales portfolio; our faculty, who regularly contribute to the strength and vitality of academics at the college and in their

chosen fields; and our student-athletes, who combine the rigor of their classroom experiences with the demands of college athletics.

Our news also includes the successful conclusion of the campaign to raise $500,000 for the Jeanne Gardner Black & Gold Performing Arts Endowment, which will ensure the college has the funds to bring back annual live professional performances. My sincere appreciation to the donors who supported this initiative and to the Wayne State Foundation for recognizing the value inherent in heightening our students’ exposure to the fine and performing arts.

None of these things would be possible without the continued support of our alumni and friends. I enjoyed connecting with you at reunions, Homecoming, and campus events in 2016, and I am confident that the new year holds many promising developments for the college.

Each of you play such an important role in the college’s success. You donate the funds needed to maintain and expand our scholarship opportunities for the next generation of students. You provide the college with important connections to ensure we have strong advocates for our initiatives. You support the Wayne State Foundation in our ongoing mission to ensure that the college’s facilities provide students with the best possible learning environment. Working with you and for you is an honor, and I am proud to be a part of the Wildcat family.

President's Message

Dr. Marysz Rames

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Wayne State College IS the

Best College in Nebraska

Money Magazine – Named “Best College in Nebraska” WSC earned the title “Best College in Nebraska” from Money Magazine by measurement of WSC’s quality of education, affordability, and alumni success. Money’s Best Colleges rankings are unique because they combine the most accurate pricing estimates available with students’ likely earnings after graduation and an analysis of how much value a college adds when compared to other schools that educate similar students. WSC’s Money Magazine rating places the college at 145th nationally from more than 700 selected schools that met the magazine’s criteria to be considered for this award out of 2,000 four-year U.S. colleges and universities. Money Magazine also measured comparative value, including assessing how well students at each school did compared with what’s expected for students with similar economic and academic backgrounds and the college’s selection of majors available.

Great College Deals – Ranked No. 14 for Best Online MBA Programs Great College Deals ranked WSC among the top 20 deals for online Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs. The ranking was published on the organization’s website in November. WSC ranked No. 14. The 20 best deals were selected and ranked based on total number of points. Points were awarded based on the following criteria: the number of specializations and concentration areas within the MBA program; small class size and low student-to-faculty ratios; student body diversity; and the availability of special projects and internships. Featured colleges scored the highest among schools with tuition and fees less than $12,000 annually, per the National Center for Education Statistics’ College Navigator database.

Wayne State College accumulated a number of national recognitions in 2016. The most notable? Money Magazine named WSC the “Best College in Nebraska” and placed us at No. 145 out of 700 selected schools that met the criteria for their overall rankings – out of 2,000 four-year colleges and universities nationwide! Individual programs, such as our education and MBA programs, also received high honors this year. Read on for the details about Wayne State’s 2016 awards and rankings.

“Wayne State College is the best in Nebraska because I’m not just a number. I receive one-on-one instruction from my professors who care about my success after I receive my bachelor’s degree. I also have the opportunity to work directly with Dr. Rames herself in the President’s Honor Society, the Philomatheans, to give my opinion on how to improve the college experience for generations to come. The best part is, Wayne State College has given me more than what I could have ever expected – countless life-changing experiences and opportunities such as being a resident assistant, working for the Foundation in the annual Phonathon campaign, and being a Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP) student. Being a Wildcat is so much more than where I completed my undergraduate studies. Wayne State College is somewhere that my heart will always call home for the rest of my life.”

– Lindsay Reifert, Senior, Norfolk, Neb.,

majoring in Pre-Pharmacy and minoring in Business Administration


Best Master’s Degrees – Ranked No. 4 Most Affordable Online Business Degrees Best Master’s Degrees ranked WSC among the top 10 most affordable online Master of Business Administration degree programs. The ranking was published on the organization’s website in October 2015. WSC ranked fourth. A master list of schools offering online MBA programs was compiled based on quality (using rankings from various websites including Forbes magazine and Kiplinger’s) as well as price. The top 10 schools were then ranked based on graduate tuition and fees supplied by the National Center for Education Statistics’ College Navigator database.

Get Educated – Ranked No. 3 Best Buy for Online MBAs GetEducated.com’s national online degree review team ranked WSC’s online Master of Business Administration as the third “Best Buy” among distance MBAs. This affordability ranking is based on a comprehensive review of more than 450 regionally accredited MBAs. A Best Buy ranking award indicates an online degree program has been independently reviewed and falls below the national average cost of similar programs. WSC follows only Eastern New Mexico University in New Mexico (ranked first) and Amberton University in Texas (ranked second) for most affordable programs.

Top Counseling Schools – Ranked No. 3 for Best Value in Nebraska Top Counseling Schools ranked WSC among Nebraska’s top value master’s degrees in counseling. WSC ranked third in Nebraska. The ranking was published on the organization’s website in October. This ranking was created using the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP) to acquire lists of the accredited counseling degrees available in each state. The top programs in Nebraska were ranked based on program completion rate, job placement rate, licensing exam pass rate, accreditation length, research productivity, and tuition and fees.

President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll – Recognized for Fifth Consecutive Year WSC has been recognized on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only six higher education institutions in Nebraska to be named to the Honor Roll in any category. WSC has been named in the general community service category by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the U.S. Department of Education, which honors the nation’s leading colleges and universities, students, faculty members, and staff for their commitment to bettering their communities through community service and service-learning efforts.

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“I came to Wayne State to finish my degree and be an assistant coach for the baseball team. We didn’t know much about the town or school. We [Ryan and wife Jessica] ended up staying for five years and left WSC with master’s degrees (Jessica MBA ‘11; Ryan MSOM ‘12). As soon as we came to Wayne State we were both welcomed and supported by everyone on campus. It doesn’t matter what your discipline is at Wayne, everyone supports everyone. I enjoyed my almost daily talks with professors, janitorial staff, cafeteria workers, coaches, and students. The small classroom sizes and welcoming faculty make learning interactive and enjoyable.”

– Ryan Lennerton ’10

“Wayne State College is the best college in Nebraska because it has the heart of students at its forefront. We get to know our teacher candidates as we help them develop as capable, confident, and caring teachers who will then build relationships and offer the same to their students. How exciting it is for things to come full circle as the students of our graduates in turn have the opportunity to become the next generation of Wayne State College Wildcats.”

– Dr. Johanna Barnes BS ‘97, MS ‘06, Professor of Education and

Chair of the Department of Educational Foundations and Leadership,

School of Education and Counseling


Affordable Colleges Online – Ranked in Top 45 for Online Master’s Degree Programs in Education Affordable Colleges Online, a leading education and industry resource for online education information, recognized WSC for having one of the best online education programs in the nation. The program ranks in the top 45 on Affordable Colleges Online’s list. In order for universities to qualify for this ranking they must be public, not-for-profit institutions and offer at least five online master’s degrees. Qualifying schools were then evaluated based on the count of online master’s degrees available, graduate tuition and fees, academic and career counseling services, job placement for graduates, and Peer-Based Value. WSC offers several graduate options in education, including Education Specialist (Ed.S.) and Master of Science in Education (MSE), with the choice to focus on Counseling, Curriculum and Instruction, Exercise Science, or School Administration.

“Wayne State is important to me because of the depth of relationships that I possess, not only with fellow students, but professors as well. I am beyond thankful for the connections that I have made here, and I could not be more thankful for spending four years of my life at Wayne State College!”

– Jacob Oswald, Senior,Ponca, Neb.,

majoring in Organizational Leadership and Public Relations

“Wayne State is the best because of its focus on student success.”

– Michaela Comstock ’00

“Wayne State College is a special place, and I believe it is because we have a great understanding of our students – where they are when they begin their journey at Wayne State and where they are going when they complete their degree. Our aspiration is to be the best open-enrollment regional institution in our area. I think we live up to that challenge by understanding our students and their backgrounds better than other colleges and universities.”

– Dr. Jeryl Nelson BS ‘86, MBA ‘89,Professor of Business Administration,

School of Business and Technology

“Fantastic professors! Amazing art and education departments! Hands down the best decision I’ve ever ever made! My dad always said Wayne State was the best kept secret in the state.”

– Kalle Wamsat ‘05

“Exactly why both of our children will have graduated from Wayne State College.” (in reference to our awards and criteria)

– Dawn Marie Sladky

“I received an excellent education there and made the best friends of my life.”– Michelle Millard Davis

“Small classes with engaging professors. The counseling department is top notch! Professors are also available and willing to give you their time.”

– Craig Smith ‘12

“Enjoyed my three years attending Wayne State. Go Wildcats.”– Aaron Becker ‘09

“The Boston cream pie in the gag is delicious.”– Kaitlin Kelly MSE ‘14

“Wayne State is a great place.”– Dawn Haymart

“My dad (who’s 85) and I are both graduates of WSC. Wonderful community/wonderful college.”

– Julie Maben ‘84

“The people and the location. You can’t find a better place for a great college education.”

– Terry D. Bailey ‘74

For more about the great things happening at Wayne State College, go to www.wsc.edu

Social Media Comments From Alumni and Friends Relating to Our Recent Awards and Accolades


TRiO Student Support Services will be celebrating 25 years at Wayne State College this year. The celebration will include activities with current students, a newsletter featuring TRiO alumni, and hosting of TRiO Day on Feb. 25. The TRiO Day celebration will be a regional event hosted at WSC for colleges and universities in the three-state area (Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska). In February the TRiO leaders will be hosting a campus-wide volleyball tournament. The entry fee for the tournament will be donations to soldiers’ care packages. TRiO is a federally funded program that provides opportunities for academic development, assists students with basic college requirements, and motivates students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. Through a grant competition, funds are awarded to institutions of higher education. The goal is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants. “We are excited to be celebrating 25 years of TRiO Student Support Services at Wayne State,” said Dr. Sandra Driskell, Director of TRiO Student Support Services at Wayne State College. “It is satisfying helping WSC retain and graduate first-generation college students. The TRiO students are a diverse group of students who have proven successful in competing on campus and in the job market. We are pleased with the leadership from President Rames, Vice President Carstens, the Foundation office, and many others on campus. TRiO has received special funding from Dr. William R. and Leslie K. Palmer, which has enhanced our program in many ways.”

knew there were always tutors who would be able to help me in classes when I was starting to slip. I knew there were people who supported my academic goals and dreams and helped me to reach those dreams. This is what TRiO is all about – helping students reach their dreams.” Woehler’s professional development includes having served on the Professional Staff Senate, the TRUST Coalition, and the President’s Council for Diversity. She is also a graduate of Leadership Wayne and a member of Leadership Wayne 2.0.

Tamara Nash ‘09 is a State of South Dakota Special Assistant United States Attorney. She was recognized as one of three TRiO Achievers for outstanding achievement at the 10-state Educational Opportunity Association Conference in St. Louis in November. While attending Wayne State, Nash participated in many different student organizations including serving as a Navigator, an Ambassador, and chair of the Student Judicial Board. Nash points to the value of the TRiO program during her time at WSC. “Upon arriving to college I quickly found a home in WSC’s TRiO program. TRiO became my family, my safe place when the world became unsteady. “The TRiO program impacted my education in ways that I am still just discovering,” she said. “I was empowered to challenge myself and take difficult classes. And through the program I fell in love with the concept of service. I quickly became involved in our TRiO program as a peer-tutor and mentor. It is there where I developed the love of public service – a love that has guided my academic and professional goals since. “I will always be indebted to the advisors who invested in me and encouraged me and the peers who walked life’s journey with me. TRiO means that you have been afforded the chance to have someone in your corner, an advocate, someone slowly but steadily pushing you until you can push yourself to achieve more.”

Lauren Hall ‘15 utilized TRiO as a student at Wayne State and is currently teaching in South Korea, where she teaches speaking, reading, and writing to a variety of ages. Hall said she took advantage of TRiO even during semesters in which she had lighter loads. She also expressed advice especially for new students. “A new school year can be scary,” she said. “New classes, teachers, and buildings. It can be overwhelming at times because of how fast paced college is, so it’s easy to fall behind. Knowing you have this great place with people that are willing to help you with not only your academic work but also with personal support is a great feeling. Wayne State was more than just a college experience for me, the teachers and the friends I made there cannot be forgotten – they became family; it became a home away from home.”

TRiO celebrates

TRiO Student Support Services Marks 25 Years at Wayne State

Dr. Sandra Driskell

What Are TRiO Alumni Doing Now?

After participating in TRiO as a student, Kara (Helgoth) Woehler ‘04 is now working as a Learning Skills Specialist for Wayne State’s TRiO program. Last spring, she was recognized as a TRiO Achiever in Kansas City at the annual MO-KAN-NE conference. Woehler presented “Developing and Promoting a Peer Mentoring Program for First-Year College Students” at the Educational Opportunity Association Conference in St. Louis and at Teaching Academic Survival and Success Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., in 2016. Woehler was a first-generation student. She said her parents worked hard to help her through college, but TRiO played a big part in her success as well. “Without the guidance of the TRiO Student Support Services program, my four and a half years at Wayne State would have been more challenging,” she said. “I knew there was always someone in the TRiO office who would be able to answer my questions. I


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Winter 2016 Commencement Wayne State College held its commencement ceremony for graduate and undergraduate students at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 16 in Rice Auditorium. A total of 228 degrees were conferred by President Marysz Rames. Those students receiving their degrees include 174 undergraduates and 54 graduate students of the college’s Master of Science in Education, Master of Organizational Management, Master of Business Administration, and Education Specialist programs.

Invocation: Ellen Wulf Ellen Wulf of Nebraska City, Neb., delivered the invocation during the graduation ceremony. She is the daughter of Robert and Patrice Wulf of Nebraska City. Wulf majored in Natural Science Education with a Coaching Endorsement. She was a Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees Scholar and Presidential Scholar Athlete. While competing in indoor and outdoor track and field and cross country for the college, she was named to the All-Academic Team and was a Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference medalist. She plans to teach high school sciences, coach track and field, and

continue her education in pursuit of a master’s and a doctorate in science education after graduation.

Undergraduate Commencement Speakers: Camron Groenke and Rachel Sweeney Camron Groenke of Lindsay, Neb., delivered the first undergraduate commencement address. Groenke is the son of Cory and Wendy Groenke of Lindsay. He is married to McKenzie Groenke. He majored in Natural Science Education with a Coaching Endorsement. He was a Nebraska State College System Board of Trustees scholar and was awarded the Gary and Janice Small Scholarship and the Robert and Elayne Jacobsen Scholarship. Groenke was the founder and past president of the WSC Curling Club, a member of the Science Education Club, and a volunteer with the Wayne State science fair. He served an educational internship with Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. He has accepted a 9-12 Science Education position at Viborg-Hurley

Schools in Viborg, S.D., which he started in January. Rachel Sweeney of Blair, Neb., delivered the second undergraduate commencement address. Sweeney is the daughter of Rick and Beth Sweeney of Blair. Sweeney majored in Vocal Music Education K-12 with a Coaching Endorsement. The Music Department selected her as the Outstanding Freshman in 2013 and Outstanding Musician in 2016. She received the Special Ability Scholarship for Music in her freshman year; the Patricia A. Stander Endowed Scholarship in her sophomore year; the Patricia A. Stander Endowed Scholarship and Albert G. Carlson Memorial Music in her junior year; and the Faith Nuernberger Endowed Memorial Scholarship in her senior year. She was a member of Concert Choir for four years, Show Choir for three years, and performed as the Madrigal Jester for four years. She was a member of the National Association for Music Education for three years, serving as vice president her junior year and president during her senior year. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in Vocal Performance after graduation.

Speakers for winter commencement were: (L-R) Ellen Wulf, Camron Groenke, and Rachel Sweeney.


Jeanette (Schmeits) Snyder ‘90 received the Alumni Achievement Award from the Wayne State Foundation at the graduation ceremony. She graduated with honors from Wayne State College in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with Accounting and Finance concentrations. As a WSC student, she served as a Wayne State ambassador, was a member of Phi Beta Lambda, and was elected to the Cardinal Key Club. Snyder works as Region Credit Manager for Crop Production Services, a subsidiary of publicly traded Agrium, a global, leading provider of agriculture products and services. Recently named to the position, she manages the trade credit risk within a $4 billion sales portfolio generated from the Central U.S., providing oversight to 10 credit offices. She began her credit management career in the ag distribution industry in 2001 with United Agri Products, a division of ConAgra. Immediately after her 1990 graduation, she was employed by United Bank of Iowa specializing in compliance, advancing to loan officer vice president. She serves on the Board of Directors of the National Credit Management Association Heartland Unit, Kansas City; is a regular participant in the BMO Harris Executive Women in Food, Consumer, and Agribusiness Forum; and is a graduate of the Iowa School of Banking and the Agriculture School of Credit. She is passionate about her time spent with the ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary of Odebolt, of which she holds the position of vice president. Snyder’s husband, Grant, farms near Odebolt, Iowa, where they reside on the family farm. Their children include: Adam and his wife, Jodi, with sons, Jackson and Jordan, also of Odebolt;

Snyder ‘90 Receives Alumni Achievement Award

Megan Snyder of Sioux Falls, S.D.; Brandi Snyder of Omaha, Neb.; Taylor Snyder of Iowa City, Iowa; and Riley Snyder, a high school senior. Jeanette graduated from Spalding High School in Spalding, Neb., and was raised on a farm near Primrose, Neb.

Jeanette (Schmeits) Snyder ‘90, center, is presented the Alumni Achievement Award during commencement. Pictured (L-R): Kevin Armstrong, CEO of the Wayne State Foundation, and Wayne State College President Marysz Rames.

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Where Giving is Needed MostOur Greatest Needs Fund is an unrestricted fund that provides the fuel to run the Wayne State Foundation. The Foundation serves as a vehicle for WSC alumni and friends, corporations, and foundations to use when supporting the college. We asked Adrian Johnson Minks ’68 to share why she and her husband, Jon, support the Greatest Needs Fund.

“After many years in the corporate world, Jon and I are very aware of the importance of operating budgets and funding. It is not possible for any operation to be successful without the funds they need to perform. As a money-raising organization, the Wayne State Foundation needs to operate a small office, pay staff, travel, and communicate with supporters. And we understand that funders prefer giving to scholarships and/or building projects, making it difficult to keep a healthy budget for operations. Having closely observed how frugal the WSF operations are, we felt moved to provide a ‘safety net’ for future operations. So we arranged for an endowed fund to which we can contribute now and fund further with our estate plans. “As trustees of the Foundation, it is almost painful to see the Foundation staff struggle with a small budget. Jon and I so appreciate the Foundation and its work. We are very invested in the success of Wayne State College as a resource to provide an educational experience to young people, to put them on paths to successful lives, as I have had. And Wayne State College would not be the high-performing institution it is without funding gathered by the Foundation. We must keep it strong and healthy with operating funds!”

Adrian (Johnson ’68) and Jon Minks


faculty news

Dr. Joseph Weixelman, professor of American history, presented a paper titled “‘To Conserve the Scenery’: The Progressive Origins of the National Park Service,” at the 56th Annual Conference of the Western Historical Association on Oct. 21. This was part of a panel commemorating the centennial of the National Park Service this year. The research for this paper was funded in part by Wayne State College.

Dr. Meena Dalal, professor of economics, served as President of the Nebraska Economic and Business Association (NEBA) during 2015-16. She also published an article titled “Economic and Social Impact of Microfinance – A Case Study of Rajasthan, India” in the Economics and Business Journal: Inquiries and Perspectives, (PP 39-50) Vol. 6, No. 1, 2015.

Matthew Armstrong, director of choral activities and assistant professor of music, had choral music published for mixed choir and men’s choir in 2016. “Shenandoah” for men’s choir, cello, and piano was published by Santa Barbara Music Press. “Bonse Aba” was published by MusicSpoke, and a performance of it by the Wayne State College concert choir can be heard on the MusicSpoke website at http://musicspoke.com/downloads/bonse-aba/ “The Water Is Wide” was published by Santa Barbara Music Press in 2015 and was No. 6 on the best-seller list for the company’s men’s choir music for the year after being premiered by the 2015 South Dakota All-State Chorus. Each of these pieces was arranged jointly by Armstrong and his wife, Shelly Armstrong, conductor of the Wayne State College orchestra.

Dr. Barbara Engebretsen, professor of exercise science, has been collaborating with university and community health partners at Bahir Dar University College of Medicine and Health Sciences in Ethiopia; Children’s Hospital for Eyes, Ears, and Rehabilitation Services in Kathmandu, Nepal; and Northeast Nebraska to address hypertension and non-communicable diseases in developing countries and in Nebraska. This collaboration has been recommended by a Fulbright peer review committee for the Fulbright Global Scholar Award, with the final decision pending

resources and priorities in the host countries to be announced by June.

Meanwhile, Engebretsen is working on plans to bring small groups of WSC honors students for international service-learning study abroad as collaborators with her in the proposed teaching and research activities, pending development of memorandums of understanding, and board approval. This is planned for May and June of 2018 and 2019.

In collaboration with WSC faculty from several departments and schools, Engebretsen submitted a proposal for an interdisciplinary minor in Public and Global Health, approved by WSC academic policies, the VPAA, and the Nebraska State College System board in 2016.

Engebretsen has also been asked to participate as a panelist on “The Importance of Cultural Competency in Global Health Practice” for the Global Health Conference-Midwest in February at Creighton University.

Dr. Allyn Lueders, professor of communication arts, has recently been selected to present her work on social support online, Facebook messaging support, and teaching public relations at the meeting of the Central States Communication Association conference. She plans to take five or six students along on this trip to Minneapolis.

Drs. Shawn Pearcy, Doug Christensen, and Gustavo Zardeneta have successfully secured continued National Institute of Health research funding as part of the Nebraska INBRE network. This program is designed to prepare students for entry into Ph.D. programs in biomedical research. Current undergraduate INBRE research students Cleofes Sarmiento (Wakefield, Neb.) and Nathan Hatch (Aurora, Neb.) were recognized for their outstanding research. Cleofes was awarded the C. Bertrand and Marian Othmer Schultz Collegiate Scholarship through the Nebraska Academy of Sciences and received first place for an undergraduate research poster at the Nebraska Physiological Society annual meeting. Nathan was awarded third place in an oral research presentation at the Annual Nebraska INBRE Conference. Previous graduates of this program are now completing Ph.D. and postdocs around the country and the world including students at Oxford (England) and in Japan. The INBRE grant has been key in securing cutting edge research equipment that is not only used by Wayne State research students but can be dual-purposed for teaching labs.

Board members at the 50th annual NEBA Conference – Oct. 28 at Doane University, in Crete, Neb.

Dr. Shawn Pearcy Dr. Doug Christensen Dr. Gustavo Zardeneta


Dr. Carolyn Albracht, professor of art education, received the Higher Education Art Educator of the Year Award at the Nebraska Art Teachers Association fall conference banquet. NATA recognizes educators from across the state each year for various contributions to the field of art education. Albracht’s contribution for which she was recognized was organizing the Spring Forum for Pre-Service Teachers at Wayne State College in April 2016.

Dr. Susan Ellis, professor of sociology and anthropology, coauthored and published “Excavations at Tall Jawa, Jordan, Vol. 5.” The book contains excavation reports from Tall Jawa, focusing on several special studies conducted in the area. Ellis’ contribution to this volume was an ethnoarchaeological study of Ottoman houses in the village of Jawa. Other authors of the book include Drs. Michele Daviau, James Battenfield, and Peter Popkin.

Ellis has been an active excavator since 1983, including projects in Syria, Egypt, and Jordan. Her sites have included Tall Qarqur, Abila of the Decapolis, Tall Jawa, and Khirbet Iskander (an Early Bronze walled city).

“I have had the opportunity of living in Egypt and Jordan multiple times, and taking students to Israel and Turkey several times,’’ Ellis said. “I love the people, the culture, and the archaeological sites of the area and think of the Middle East as my second home.”

Dr. Lesli Rawlings, associate professor of geography, was appointed by Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts to a three-year term on the Nebraska Geographic Information Systems Council. She will serve as liaison between the GIS Council and the Geographic Educators of Nebraska, a part of the National Geographic Alliance Network.

Dr. Alan Bruflat, Interim Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities, has had an article, “Metaphors of Transformation and Potential in Alvaro García’s Para lo que no existe,” accepted for publication in the 2017 issue of the Journal of Christianity and World Languages. García is a contemporary poet from Spain.

Joshua Piersanti and nine of Wayne State College’s graphic design students designed and developed the new website for the John G. Neihardt State Historic Site. The new website can be accessed at www.neihardtcenter.org and was designed to highlight activities and encourage the public to visit the site.

Piersanti and 17 graphic design students also designed a new publication about John G. Neihardt for the Neihardt Foundation. The publication, which will also be distributed to regional elementary schools, is an extension of work begun in a previous honors course with Nancy Gillis, who is the former executive director of the Neihardt Historic Site and current board member of the Foundation.

Piersanti, Chris Holton, and 28 graphic design students collaborated with Conn Library to restore damaged historical photographs dating from the early 1900s of the campus, faculty, and students.

Piersanti and 11 graphic design students collaborated with the A. Jewell Schock Museum of Natural History and the Fred G. Dale Planetarium to create large visitor signs for the entrances to the Carhart Science building. Thanks to funds from Service-Learning, the signs will soon be guiding visitors to these important campus resources.


foundation update

Kevin Armstrong Chief Executive Officer

Wayne State Foundation402-375-7534

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A special thank-you to alumni and friends who helped establish the Jeanne Gardner Black & Gold Performing Arts Endowment.

Jeanne Gardner, class of 1967, was a dear friend, benefactor, and alumna of Wayne State who lived her life well with a commitment to family, community, and church. Jeanne and her late husband, Dan, founded the Gardner Foundation in Wakefield, Neb., and through their vision have made transformational contributions to the college. Dan and Jeanne's children, Leslie Bebee, Kirk Gardner, and David Gardner, are now the trustees of the Gardner Foundation and continue to support the college as their parents envisioned. Following Jeanne's passing on Sept. 17, 2014, the Wayne State Foundation Board of Trustees launched a fund raising effort to establish a $500,000 endowment in her honor and memory to recognize her impact on the college. The Black & Gold Series at Wayne State was a perfect match with one of Jeanne's passions because she was involved in theater at many levels. This endowment also serves as a way to bring back live professional performances to Ramsey Theatre on the campus of Wayne State College. Budget cuts ended these performances several years ago. For more than 50 years, the Wayne State College Black & Gold Performing Arts Series presented cultural programming to serve the region as part of the mission of the college.

$500,000 Goal Reached for the Jeanne Gardner Black & Gold Performing Arts Endowment

Estate PlanningHave you ever thought about adding the Wayne State Foundation to your will? Here are a few simple bequest samples to help get your estate plan started. Feel free to share this information with your professional advisor the next time you update your estate plan.

THE UNRESTRICTED GIFTI give to the Wayne State Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation, located in Wayne, Nebraska, USA, the sum of$______________________ (or _____________% of my estate; or the property described herein) for its general purposes.

GIFT FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSEI give to the Wayne State Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation, located in Wayne, Nebraska, USA, the sum of $____________ (or ____% of my estate; or the property described herein) to be used for _______________________(specify purpose).

IRA Charitable Rollover Permanently ExtendedThe IRA charitable rollover, allowing taxpayers age 70½ or older to make tax-free charitable gifts of up to $100,000 per year directly from their Individual Retirement Accounts to eligible charities, including colleges, universities, and independent schools, is now a permanent part of the U.S. tax code.

The IRA charitable rollover, or qualified charitable distribution (QCD), is a special provision allowing qualified donors to use their IRA assets to make donations directly to public charities, including the Wayne State Foundation.

Please contact your IRA custodian, Kevin Armstrong, or Deb Lundahl for more information on how to make an IRA charitable rollover gift or for estate planning.

Deb Lundahl Director of Major Gifts

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Wayne State Adds New ProgramsRural Law Opportunities Program (RLOP) RLOP is a new dynamic partnership between Wayne State College and the University of Nebraska College of Law designed to recruit students from rural areas and train them to become lawyers that will return and practice in their communities. Similar to the Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP), RLOP aims to ensure rural areas of Nebraska have access to legal representation while encouraging students from those areas to pursue legal studies in order to return to their communities to meet the demand for attorneys. The first RLOP students will begin classes in fall 2017.

Online Criminal Justice Criminal Justice is Wayne State’s fastest growing major. Beginning in January 2017, the major is being offered online in addition to the traditional on-campus program. The major covers the theoretical basis for understanding the economic, political, and social environments in which the criminal justice process operates, which means students have the flexibility to apply their degree to any careers related to criminal justice.

Online Business Administration / Human Resources Management This program is designed to meet the needs of working Human Resource Management professionals. Students are able to complete a full bachelor’s degree, build on an AA or AS degree, pursue a graduate certificate, or use the coursework in our Master of Science in Organizational Management degree program. The college added this online option in fall 2016.

Wayne State Foundation New Trustees New Wayne State Foundation Trustees were announced at the October meeting. Pictured front (L-R): Karen Knudsen, Lisa Albers ‘90, Donna Ewing, Jan Kensler ‘69, Ginger Robson, Susan Stolle, Ellen Nelson ‘65, Marcia Hult ‘59, and Christin Cook- Lutt ‘91, MSE ‘94. Back (L-R): Keith Knudsen ‘81, Ryan Albers, Dave Ewing, Lyle Koenig ‘66, Vic Kensler ‘71 , Don Robson ‘56, Cal Stolle ‘76, Phil Nelson ’65 , Dennis Hult ‘59, and Rod Lutt. Not pictured: Fred and Deb Craig, Lea and Jay Greathouse, Carol Koenig, Donald and Sue Larsen, Dr. Mark and Gail McCorkindale, and Roger and Liana Steele.

Wayne State College Hires Bilingual Admissions Coordinator The Wayne State College Office of Admissions has strengthened its multicultural recruitment with the hiring of a bilingual admissions services coordinator, Veronica Guzman, in October. Guzman, who grew up in South Sioux City, speaks both Spanish and English. Her position is based at College Center in South Sioux City, where she focuses on serving the Greater Siouxland Area for WSC admissions. “Serving the Greater Siouxland community allows partnerships with area school districts, community-based organizations, and non-profit organizations with campus visits and admissions programming,” said Guzman. “Wayne State College is dedicated to student success and regional service. I’m looking forward to being part of a student-centered atmosphere, outstanding academic reputation, and offering students a quality education.” Before taking the job at WSC, Guzman worked for the University of South Dakota, focusing on multicultural recruitment. She has also worked at Metropolitan Community College, Creighton University, EducationQuest Foundation, as well as Wayne State College Admissions from 2004 to 2008. “We are very excited to have Veronica rejoin the admissions team at Wayne State,” said Kevin Halle, WSC director of admissions. “She brings a wealth of experience which will help us strengthen relationships and service to the Greater Siouxland Area.” Guzman received her bachelor’s degree from Briar Cliff University in 2004 and her master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2016.


wildcat athletics

The best season in a decade for Wayne State women’s soccer ended in heartbreak as the Wildcats lost on a tiebreaker in a bid to make the NSIC Postseason Tournament for the first time since the 2006 season. Wayne State finished 2016 with a record of 9-6-3 overall and was one of three teams tied for seventh in the NSIC standings at 6-6-3 in league play. The nine wins overall were the most for Wildcat women’s soccer since 2006, and the six league wins were the most since 2005. But WSC lost the tiebreaker in the three-way tie for seventh and was the first team left out of the postseason tournament. Wayne State was ranked several times in the NSCAA Central Regional rankings (as high as ninth), marking another first for the Wildcat program. Sophomore Brooke Buzzell led a balanced Wildcat scoring attack this season with five goals and one assist for 11 points, followed by sophomore Natalie Rech with four goals and two assists for 10 points.

Bardou, DeSimone Lead Wildcat Cross Country Teams The Wayne State College cross country teams competed in six meets during the season and finished the year with better team finishes at the conference championships than the previous season. Antoine Bardou, a transfer from Indian Hills Community College, was the top finisher for the Wildcat men at all six meets this season. He recorded a pair of top 10 finishes individually – fourth at the Dakota State Invitational and 10th at the Briar Cliff Invitational. Wayne State’s best team finish was fourth at the Dakota State Invitational while the Wildcats improved one spot at the Northern Sun Conference Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., placing 10th with 303 points. For the second straight season, senior Andrea DeSimone (Plattsmouth, Neb.) was the top WSC runner at every meet for the Wildcats. Her top finish was 13th at the Dakota State Invitational, and the top team finish for the Wildcat women was sixth at the Dakota State Invitational. The Wildcat women improved one spot at this year’s Northern Sun Conference Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., placing 14th with a team score of 417 points. Three runners were named to the NSIC Fall All-Academic Team. They were senior Corbin Lehn from the men’s team along with seniors Mary Alderson and Andrea DeSimone on the women’s team.

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Wayne State saw three players receive postseason honors from the NSIC. Senior defender Kelsey Engstrom was a Second Team selection, while sophomores Carys Hund and Rech were each named Honorable Mention. Engstrom anchored a Wildcat defense by recording a pair of game-winning goals this season while leading the team in shots (23) and shots on goal (15) against NSIC opponents. She posted goals in back-to-back games at St. Cloud State (Oct. 23) and against Sioux Falls (Oct. 28). Hund (Elmhurst, Ill.) tied for second on the team in goals with four this season, while ranking third on the team in points with nine. She had one game-winning goal at Colorado-Colorado Springs (Sept. 6).

Rech (Blair, Neb.) started all 18 games this season for the Wildcats and ranked second on the team in scoring with four goals and two assists for 10 points. She tied for third on the team in shots (18) and had one game-winning goal at Colorado Christian (Sept. 6). Wayne State had 12 players named to the NSIC Fall All-Academic Team. They include seniors Engstrom, Valerie Hernandez, and Jennifer Zick; juniors Suenly Galvez and Hannah Knight; and sophomores Buzzell, Karlee Hall, Hund, Rech, Lexi Rosa, Christina Stasi, and Alexis Strothers.The Wildcat team also received the NSCAA Team Academic Award with a team cumulative grade point average of 3.40.

Kelsey Engstrom Carys Hund Natalie Rech


The Wayne State College volleyball team ended the 2016 season in a familiar place – the NCAA Division II National Tournament. For the 11th time in the last 12 years, the Wildcats advanced to post-season play and finished the year with a 24-8 record and 14-6 mark in the NSIC (sixth place). The Wildcats were ranked in the top 10 all season until finishing the year 12th in the final AVCA Division II Top 25 Coaches’ Poll. It was the ninth straight season that Wayne State ended the year ranked in the top 25 and continues a streak of 102 consecutive national rankings dating back to Sept. 28, 2009. Wayne State opened the season with nine straight wins. The Wildcats closed the year with an eight-game win streak, highlighted by an amazing comeback at No. 2 Minnesota Duluth in the opening round of the NSIC Volleyball Tournament. WSC rallied from a 12-7 fifth set deficit, thanks to an NSIC Tournament record seven service aces from senior Michaela Mestl, to post a dramatic 15-13 win on the Bulldogs’ home floor. The Wildcats then lost to Southwest Minnesota State in the NSIC Tournament semi-finals and were matched up again against the Mustangs in the opening round of the NCAA Central Regional in St. Paul,

Wildcat Volleyball Ends Year 12th in Nation, Advances to NCAA Tournament for 11th Time in Last 12 Years

Minn. After winning the opening set 25-23 against No. 3 SMSU, the Mustangs stormed back to take the next three sets and eliminate the Wildcats. Three seniors capped amazing careers with the Wildcats including three NCAA Tournament appearances, one region title, and one trip to the national semi-finals. Middle hitter Alyssa Frauendorfer (Humphrey, Neb.) ended her career ranked ninth in kills with 1,411 and is the school’s all-time leader in hitting percentage at .337. Kearney Catholic graduate Michaela Mestl became Wayne State’s all-time leader in service aces this season with 173 and now ranks fourth in career digs with 1,894, while middle hitter Alex Opperman (Omaha Gross Catholic) was a three-year starter and ranked second this season in the NSIC in blocks per set at 1.09. Three Wildcats earned All-Northern Sun Conference honors. Frauendorfer was a First Team All-NSIC selection for a fourth straight year. Frauendorfer led WSC this season in kills per set (3.01) and attack percentage (.345). She had a career-best 30 kills in a 3-2 win at Bemidji State on Oct. 29, the second-most kills in a single match by a Wildcat player. Mestl collected Second Team honors

for the first time in her Wildcat career. She had 14 double-doubles on the season and averaged 2.96 kills while leading the team in digs per set (4.47) and service aces per set (0.44). Mestl ranked second in the NSIC in service aces per set and sixth in digs per set. Erin Gross, a 6-1 junior right side hitter from Tekamah, Neb., was a Second Team All-NSIC selection after a stellar second half of the season. She averaged 2.50 kills and .75 blocks per set while posting a .288 attack percentage. Gross was named NSIC Offensive Player of the Week twice in a span of three weeks. Other postseason honors for Wildcat players saw Frauendorfer named AVCA honorable mention All-American and AVCA All-Central Region honorable mention. The Wildcat program continues to draw well at the gate, ranking in the top 10 in NCAA Division II home volleyball attendance for an eighth straight season finishing ninth with 633 fans per home contest. Wayne State also had eight players named to the NSIC Fall All-Academic Team. They include seniors Frauendorfer, Mestl, and Opperman; juniors Bree Ackermann and Gross; and sophomores Megan Gebhardt, Payton Ruhl, and Maria Wortmann.

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The Wayne State College football team finished the 2016 season with a 3-8 record and 2-5 mark in the NSIC South Division with just five seniors on the roster. The Wildcats won at home against St. Cloud State 23-22 while registering road wins at Concordia-St. Paul 45-10 and at Southwest Minnesota State 41-39. Quarterback Zach Osborn led the Wildcat offense, completing 224 of 405 passes for 2,666 yards and 25 touchdowns. His 25 touchdowns in a single season tied his own mark from 2014 for third most in a single season by a Wildcat quarterback. The junior from Harlan, Iowa, was named NSIC Offensive Player of the Week on Oct. 17 after accounting for 431 yards of total offense in Wayne State’s win at Southwest Minnesota State. He completed 23 of 33 passes for 348 yards and four touchdowns while adding another 83 yards rushing on 11 carries and one more touchdown. Junior wide receiver Nate Rogers had 56 catches for 740 yards and 12 touchdowns, matching the single season school record of 12 touchdown catches by Damon Thomas in 1993. Wayne State had five players named to the NSIC All-Conference Football Team. First Team selections included senior Cam Montgomery on defense and sophomore punter Cody Netusil on special teams. Senior offensive lineman Shane Finley was a Second Team honoree, while sophomore offensive lineman Mike Milenkovich and freshman placekicker Ethan Knudson were honorable mention selections. Montgomery, a 6-1, 205-pound senior from Orlando, Fla., led the Wildcat defense in tackles this season with 74. His six interceptions were the most by a Wildcat player since Wilson Hookfin’s six interceptions in 1992, tying him for first in the NSIC. Montgomery had three interceptions and a career-high 10 tackles at Bemidji State on Sept. 17, marking just the fourth

Five Players Named All-NSIC as Wildcats Finish 3-8Wildcat player to have three interceptions in a single game. He was also named to the Don Hansen All-Super Region Three Second Team. Netusil, a 6-3, 235-pound sophomore from Carroll, Iowa, ranked second in the NSIC in punting this season averaging 40.5 yards per punt. He is just the sixth player in school history to average more than 40 yards per punt in a single season. Netusil had 11 of his 44 punts go more than 50 yards with 12 inside the 20-yard line and 10 fair catches with just three touchbacks and no blocks this season. Finley, a 6-5, 295-pound senior from Omaha (Roncalli Catholic High School), earned All-NSIC honors for a third time in his career – Second Team as a sophomore and senior and First Team during junior season. He played in all 44 games as a Wildcat and started the last three seasons and 33 straight games at eight right or left tackle. Milenkovich, a 6-5, 300-pound sophomore from Omaha (Millard North High School), started all 11 games at left tackle for the Wildcats this season. He is a two-year starter and has started all but one game in his two seasons at WSC. Knudson, a 6-3, 185-pound freshman from Harlan, Iowa, tied for third in the NSIC with nine made field goals this season (of 12). He also made 31 of 35 extra point kicks and averaged 59.4 yards on 56 kickoffs with just one out of bounds and 12 touchbacks. Knudson made a season-long 40-yard field goal at Southwest Minnesota State (Oct. 15) and made both field goals in the 41-39 win. Eight Wildcat players received NSIC Fall All-Academic honors following the season. They included senior Jarrod Bazata; juniors Kevin Camacho, Alex Kline, and DaQuan Samuel; along with sophomores Christian Campos, Taylor Reedy, Layne Sullivan, and Cole Tirrel.

Cody NetusilCam MontgomeryShane Finley Mike MilenkovichEthan Knudson


alumni reunions

Sun City, Ariz., WSC Alumni Reunion - Wayne State College alumni gathered Jan. 8 at the Palmbook Country Club in Sun City. Front: Michelle and Patrick ’06 Bush, Chris ’96 and Katie White, Dan Broz ’05, MBA ’10, and Deb Lundahl. Middle (sitting): Betty Budler, Ginger Robson, Ellen (Herrill ’65) Nelson, Marilyn Carhart, Burnice Sladak ’84, President Marysz Rames, John LaPuzza ’74, Mary Ellen (Dryak ’73) Poppe, Susan (Reeh ’55) and George ’56 Menking, Ed ’65 and Ruth Barnet, and Marilyn (Throckmorton ’55) Anson. Back (standing): Don Robson ’56, Elwin Anson, Darrel Fuelberth ’62, Don Rinehart ’77, Nancy Fuelberth, Becky (Lyman ’62) and Dick ’62 Keidel, Jean (Eynon ’68, MSE ’69) Blomenkamp, Curt and Dianne Frye, Barb (Breitkreutz ’76) Kanter, Kevin Armstrong ’95, MBA ’15, Howard Schmidt, Duane Blomenkamp ’68, Carole Schmidt, Bob Carhart, Ron Sladek, Dave Noyes ’70, MSE ’76, Jim Kanter, Joyce (Kern ’85) Reeg, Phil Nelson ’65, Jim Lindau, Gayle (Griepentrog ’67) and Larry ’66 Conger, Lyle Poppe, Barry Phelps ’70, and Tom Marsicek ’70. Not pictured: Beth (Galloway ’71, MSE ’83) and Norris Leamer.

Des Moines, Iowa, ReunionLisa ’90 and Ryan Albers hosted a Des Moines Area Alumni Reunion at their home in Waukee, Iowa, on Oct. 27. Attendees included Lisa Albers ’90, Ryan Albers, Diane Brummer ’73, Kevin Brummer ’71, Jerry Carlson ’74, Diane Carlson, Janice Hoefs ’82, MSE ’88, BJ Jennisch, Mike Holderness ’64, Susan Holderness ’64, Galen Johnson ’69, MSE ’70, Pam Johnson, Dan Jones ’75, Diane Jones MSE ’87, Steve Jones, Jennifer Jones, Susan McManigal ’85, Fran Morrow MSE ’60, Robin Morrow, Jennifer Radley ’11, Harley Schieffer ’69, Linda Schieffer, Jim Sievers ’71, Karen Sievers, Deb Lundahl, Kevin Armstrong, Laura Robinett, and President Marysz Rames.

Grand Island, Neb., ReunionWayne State alumni and friends met at the Grand Island Saddle Club for a reunion Sept. 15, 2016. Attendees included: Cheryl Holland, Bill Holland, Marge Holland ’82, Maureen Eggert ’69, Verl Morey ’56, President Marysz Rames, Stacy Hellwege ’08, Laura Robinett, Travis Ernstmeyer, Kevin Armstrong, Roger Steele ’79, Diane Wiese ’67, Anna Detlefsen ’04, MSE ’09, Deb Lundahl, Vicki McDermott, Meredy Dubbs ’10, Niels McDermott ’65, and JR Rother ’06.

Omaha, Neb., ReunionMore than 160 Wayne State College alumni and friends gathered at the Old Mattress Factory in downtown Omaha before the WSC vs. Creighton men’s basketball exhibition game Nov. 4.

2016 homecoming

Homecoming Celebrated Oct. 6-8 Alumni celebrated being “Wild With Pride!” at Homecoming 2016, Oct. 6-8. Events included class and affinity reunions, Wildcat tailgate party, Homecoming parade, volleyball and football games, and much more. Military alumni returned for a reunion brunch and were honored during the national anthem at the football game. The Outstanding Alumni Banquet honored alumni from each of the college’s four schools on Oct. 7, and the Homecoming and Hall of Fame Banquet was Oct. 8.

Wayne State College Outstanding Alumni were recognized at a banquet in their honor Oct. 7. (L-R):Keith Olsen ‘77, School of Natural and Social Sciences; Herb Mignery ‘59, School of Arts and Humanities; WSC President Marysz Rames; Brian Elliott ‘77, School of Business and Technology; and Matthew Blomenkamp MSE ‘02, Education Specialist ‘09, School of Education and Counseling.

Wayne State College Hall of Fame inductees were congratulated by President Marysz Rames, center. Inductees were (L-R): Jennifer Hefner ‘11, volleyball; Dustin Jones ‘07, baseball; James Lindau, contributor; Kathy (Dalton) Hinrichs ‘97, women’s track and cross country; and the 2004 and 2005 WSC baseball teams (pictured below).

Wayne State College Alumni Service Award was presented to Bruce O’Neel ‘96 (center). He was congratulated by Laura Robinett, Director of Alumni Relations, and WSC President Marysz Rames.

2004 and 2005 baseball teams (L-R): Dustin Jones ’07, Nate Miller ’04, Assistant Coach Trevor Garbers, Aaron Ligocki ’04, Joe Wall ’04, Adam McGuire ’07, Scott Bidroski ’07, Kyle Hansen ’05, Assistant Coach Bruce Schlecht, Dustin Nilius ’06, Josh Andersen ’06, WSC President Marysz Rames, Steve Walsh ’06, Head Coach John Manganaro ’93, MSE ’94, Nick Schumacher, Marc Manganaro ’08, Brian Van Driel ’05, BJ Wierzbicki ’06, Danny Benge ’06, Jon Pitts ’06, Damien Heckelsmiller ’05 and Brian Disch ’04, MSE ’07 (Disch was a member of the 2004 team and an assistant coach in 2005).


Wayne State military alumni joined members of the 189th Transportation Company as they presented the colors at the football game.

The Class of 1966 celebrated its 50th reunion at Homecoming this year. Pictured (L-R): Cheryl Herndon, Sandra Anderson, Mardelle Wiseman, Jerry Holmberg, Margi deBuhr, Lyle Koenig, Mary Fortunato, Linda Boles, Jan Steckelberg, and Van Steckelberg. Attendees not pictured include Don Torgerson, Susan Peete, Dennis O’Connell, and Dean deBuhr.

WSC GOLD Club alumni gathered for a tailgate before the football game. The Wildcat Marching Band led the Homecoming parade down

Main Street.

Vicki Engelen ‘76, left, and Dr. Mike Marek, professor of communication arts, attended the Mass Communication Affinity Reunion.



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1975Greg Adams was named director of the Nebraska Community College Association beginning in November. Adams received his bachelor’s degree in education in 1974 and a master’s degree in education in 1975, both from Wayne State. He was also named an Outstanding Alumnus of the School of Education and Counseling at Homecoming 2013.

1981DeAnn Feagan retired from a 21-year career with ConAgra Foods, Omaha, and has relocated to Green Valley, Ariz.

1991Anita Brenneman MSE, Norfolk, received the Spirit of Service Award from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is a 1961 graduate of UNMC and the Alumni Association honors individuals for contributions to their

1961Angie (Dowling) Neuharth hosted a potluck for the annual reunion of former Pile Hall residents at the Wisner Yacht Club on July 15. Front: Doris (Leiding ’59) Kuester, Kathy (Ott ’61) Haber, Barb Peterson, Eileen (Stueckrath ’57) Kucera, and Norene Kuhr. Back: Jeanette (Jaeger ’65) Vahle, Pearl Kander, Judy (Bartak) Eggerling, Carol (Dibbert ’62) Whipple, Clara (Chambers ’60) Heinemann, Darlene Bowers, Lavern Hoogner, Karen Schutte, Emogene Andrews, Lonnie Dinslage, Linda Peterson, and Angie Neuharth.

profession. Brenneman joined Northeast Community College in Norfolk in 1968, serving as coordinator of the practical nursing program.

She was named dean of the Health, Science, and Drafting Division and held that position at the college until 2003. She currently serves as president of the board of directors at Faith Regional Medical Center in Norfolk.

1999Lisa (Weber) Brandon and her husband, Mike, announce the birth of Rylen Joseph on Jan. 31, 2016.

He is welcomed to their home in Bellevue by siblings, Irick, 8, Emry, 7,

and Kyler, 3. Lisa is a stay-at-home mom and homeschools.

2003Melissa Stidfole and Jesus Pena were united in marriage and reside in Sioux City, Iowa. She is an ESL teacher for the Sioux City Community School District.

2004Kayla (McClure) Benes (MSE ’09) and her husband, Nick, announce the birth of son, Riggs Leonard, on March 7, 2016. He is welcomed to their home in Malcolm by a brother, Barrett.

Kayla is a high school special education teacher at Raymond Central School District.

Mike Halley MSE ’04, and his wife, Teresa, are pleased to announce their son, Traceten, has signed a letter of intent to play baseball next season for the WSC Wildcats. They reside in Scottsbluff where Traceten has been an outstanding athlete at Scottsbluff High School.

2005Marcy (Reis) Kickhafer and her husband, Tom, reside in Clearwater, Minn. She is a math teacher at St. Cloud Tech High School in St. Cloud, Minn.


Joel Munson is a regional sales manager at VPAR Live Golf Scoring. He and his wife, Jessica, reside in Scottsdale, Ariz.

2007Jamie Stech and Sean Halverson were united in marriage May 28.

She is a professor of communication arts at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The couple resides in Omaha.

2008Greg Pradervand and his wife, Suellen, reside in Thonex, Switzerland. He is an agricultural cash commodities broker for OTCex Group in Geneva.

2009Claire Partridge and Matt Wray were united in marriage, and their children Hadley, Chase, and Caden join them in

their home in Fremont. Claire is the aquatics director at the Fremont Family YMCA.

2012Chad and Bethany (Kleinschmit) Schock of Grand Island announce the Dec. 27 birth of a son, Jayden Roman.

2014Debbie Johnson of Allen has been employed for the past two years as a WSC graduate assistant in the Department of Computer Technology and Information Systems while pursuing a master’s degree in organizational management. She has accepted a position as an instructor in the CTIS department at WSC.

2016Cassie Harm and Mark Gubbels were united in marriage May 28 in Hartington. The couple resides on the family dairy farm near Hartington.

2010Ty and Anne (Willis ’05, MSE ’07) Tucker announce the birth of Olivia Eloise on Sept. 24. She is welcomed to their home in Gretna by siblings, Mya, 8, Adalyn, 6, Wesley, 4, and Amelia, 2. Anne serves on the adjunct faculty staff at WSC.

Kristin (Brudigam) Rosander ‘04 After graduating from Wayne State in 2004, Kristin (Brudigam) Rosander continued her passion for mathematics, science, and engineering education. While at WSC, she was a John G. Neihardt scholar and part of the Northeast Nebraska Teacher Academy. Rosander taught high school math and engineering courses for 11 years and earned a master’s degree in science and engineering education, doing research in the areas of spatial ability and geometry instruction. Her research was published and presented with the American Society of Engineering Education. She also developed and implemented a student internship program, worked with Apple and the Texas Association of School Administrators, and presented at a number of conferences on mathematics education. Rosander was named a Fund For Teachers Fellow in 2014, which allowed her to study in Europe examining Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries in architecture. She was also invited to speak to university professors from across the nation at the annual UTeach Conference. During the summers, she spent time at an elementary school leading professional development, coaching teachers, and working with students through the Hearts for Honduras Foundation. Recently, Rosander worked as a STEM Instructional Partner at the high school level. Her role allowed her to design and lead job-embedded professional development, research and help teachers implement best instructional practices, and offer guidance and support through co-teaching and model teaching. She loves working with students and teachers and is incredibly grateful for all her experiences and opportunities. She recently married and relocated to the Tulsa, Okla., area, and she looks forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and development of future mathematics teachers and the advancement of mathematics teaching and learning.


Chris White ‘96 Provides Access to Clean Water Last summer, Chris White ’96 accompanied Mark Steele, founder of the Planet Water Foundation, on a trip to Cambodia to install water towers in communities that do not have access to clean water. White owns White Water, a water bottling company in Phoenix. Through the campaign, called Project 24, the Planet Water team installs one water tower each hour for a full 24-hour day in various Cambodian communities and trains teachers and students how to maintain the water tower and develop proper hygiene habits. White launched White Water in 2002, starting out in his guest bedroom with just one employee. Since then, he has grown White Water into a fully functioning bottled water plant with six bottling lines under 50,000 square feet of warehouse. He employs 48 people and bottles for Planet Water and many other clients. White majored in Geo-Studies and minored in Biology at Wayne State. He said WSC played a major role in his success by providing a well-rounded education as well as the leadership and communication skills needed to achieve his goals in a fast-paced metropolitan environment. White visited campus Sept. 12 to speak with WSC students on how he grew his business and about his trip to Cambodia. For more information about White Water, visit www.whitewaternow.com

Dr. John Schneider ‘73

Dr. John Schneider came to Wayne State College from his hometown, York, Neb., in 1969 and graduated from WSC in 1973 with a degree in Social Sciences. The faculty gave him the J.G.W. Lewis Award for the “best student in the social sciences.” The same year, he married Winona Peterson, a 1974 WSC graduate. In 1974-76, Schneider earned an MA degree in theology at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, Calif. He was then accepted to the doctoral program at the University of Cambridge in England, where he earned a Ph.D. in theology. Cambridge awarded Schneider a scholarship

to fund two years of further study at the University of Tübingen in Germany from 1978 to 1980. Upon returning to the United States, Schneider took a position at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, Calif., where he taught theology from 1981 to 1985. While at Westmont, he was named Teacher of the Year in 1984, and two sons, Solomon (1981) and Thomas (1985), were born. In 1986 Schneider accepted a position at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Mich., and taught theology there until 2011. He was named professor emeritus of theology and also teaches in the philosophy department at Grand Valley State University. The Center for Philosophy of Religion at the University of Notre Dame named Schneider a research fellow for 2012-13. Notre Dame funded a projected book on God, evolution, and animal pain, and he is currently preparing the book for publication. Schneider has published three books and written more than 60 articles on religion and economics, and on religion and science. The impact of his writings was recognized in the Cambridge Encyclopedia of Darwin and Darwinism in 2014. John and Winona live near Grand Rapids, where Winona teaches fifth grade and John works most days writing at home. He is also an avid bicyclist and enters two gravel road races every year.

Once a Wildcat...Always a WildcatWSC former college roommates, Wildcat football players, and alumni snapped this photo when they gathered last summer. They maintain their friendship, which originated on the WSC campus. Left to right: Mark Walker ’85, Sioux City, Iowa, Ken Kohlhof ’84, Dannebrog, Cindy Stella-Zelinsky ’82, Wildwood, Mo., Tony Marinella ’83, Franklin, Mass., Paul Zelinsky ’84, Bartlett, Ill., and Steve Zelinsky ’82, Wildwood, Mo.

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Black Elk and Neihardt Sculptures Dedicated at State Historic Site Two bronze sculptures created by Herb Mignery ’59 were dedicated at the John G. Neihardt State Historic Site in Bancroft, during the 51st annual Neihardt Day celebration Aug. 7. The sculptures depict WSC alumnus John G. Neihardt, Poet Laureate in Perpetuity of Nebraska, and Nicholas Black Elk, the Oglala Lakota holy man whose story was told in Neihardt’s book, “Black Elk Speaks.” The sculptures show Neihardt taking notes from conversations with Black Elk on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in 1931. Mignery is a well-known sculptor whose subject matter often depicts the difficult lives of people of the West. One of Mignery’s bronze sculptures, a female and male student on a park bench, can be found on WSC’s campus east of Conn Library. Mignery and his wife, Sherry, maintain his sculpture studio in Loveland, Colo., which they opened in 1975.

Frederick Bruno ‘12 Begins Seventh Season With Bandits After a three-year standout career with the Wayne State football team from 2007-10, Frederick Bruno ’12 is recording impressive numbers with the Sioux City Bandits as a wide receiver and kick returner. Bruno is entering his seventh season with the Bandits and holds five all-time records with the team, including 6,463 all-purpose yards, 2,822 kickoff return yards, 540 missed field goal return yards, 12 kickoff return touchdowns, and five missed field goal return touchdowns. In addition, he holds second place in total points scored (656) and touchdowns scored (108), third place in receiving yards (2,176) and receptions (163), and fourth place in receiving touchdowns (60). He was also named Champions Indoor Football Special Teams League MVP in 2014 and 2015. As a Wildcat, Bruno was named the NSIC Newcomer of the Year as a freshman, All-NSIC South Second Team Offense as a sophomore, All-NSIC South First Team Offense as a junior, and All-NSIC South First Team Offense as a senior. He was also announced to the Don Hansen Football Gazette All Super Region 3 First Team as a senior. Bruno holds four second place records at WSC, including touchdowns scored (36), kickoff return yards (1,437), career receptions (191), and career receiving yards (2,623). He holds third place in career touchdown catches with 22. Bruno graduated from WSC in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. His wife, Katie (Bartels) Bruno, also graduated with a criminal justice degree in 2010, and received her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in 2014. They married Oct. 1, 2016.

Upcoming EventsSaturday, March 18Northern California Alumni Reunion

Monday, April 24Wayne State College Business After Hours in Columbus

Saturday, May 6Spring Commencement

Friday, June 2Catbacker Golf Tournament in Wayne

Thursday, June 22Wayne State Night at Omaha Storm Chasers Game

July 7-9Wayne Chicken Show

Saturday, July 15WSC Wildcat Golf Classic in Omaha

Oct. 5-7Wayne State College Homecoming

Saturday, Oct. 14Phi Sigma Epsilon Alumni Banquet at WSC

Friday, Dec.15Winter Commencement

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Phi Sigma Epsilon 50th Anniversary Celebration The Alumni Chapter for the Wayne State College Sigma Gamma Chapter of Phi Sigma Epsilon will hold a 50th anniversary celebration in Wayne on Oct. 13-15. All former members and significant others are invited to attend. Specific information will be provided through the Alumni Chapter email registry and the Sigma Gamma Facebook page. The chapter is looking to make contact with all former members. If you are not currently on the alumni registry or Facebook page, please contact:

Denny Galloway - [email protected] Maske - [email protected] Smith - [email protected]

Teacher, artist, and photographer Rhonda (Golwitzer) Brunson’s education, experiences, and leadership opportunities at Wayne State College prepared her well for diverse paths after graduation. Brunson, who lives in Crowley, Texas, graduated from WSC in 2000 with a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education with subject endorsements in French and Physical Education. Meeting the high expectations of teachers, serving as a resident assistant, and participating in clubs at WSC gave Brunson the lessons and trials she needed to be successful. Brunson used the practical and real-world preparation from her education degree right away as a high school French teacher for seven years. She enjoyed the challenges of being an educator and influencing the next generation. Her path took a more creative turn when she opened a photography studio in 2007. Running a business, growing as an artist, and balancing the excitement of being a new mom kept her on her toes and allowed her to

No Excuses University Encourages Young Students Wayne State College partnered with Edison Elementary School in Omaha to help sponsor its No Excuses University program. At No Excuses University, every student is encouraged to go to college, beginning in kindergarten. Each class adopts a college partner, learns the college’s school song, talks about the college’s classes and programs, wears the college T-shirts on Fridays, and displays a school pennant outside of its classroom. Wayne State sponsored Michelle Woods’ third grade class. Woods’ coworker, Karlena Sayers ‘06, is the ESL teacher at Edison Elementary and a WSC elementary education graduate. WSC donated 25 shirts for the students to wear, along with other memorabilia to display in the classroom.

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Rhonda (Golwitzer) Brunson ‘00 Inspires Hope with Photography Projectcontinue to evolve as a person, which led to a photography project: photographing survivors of domestic violence so they could see their amazing beauty. What started as a one-time concept morphed into a charity art show celebrating 12 survivors of domestic violence from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Following the show, Brunson formed a national non-profit, The Choose Courage Foundation, which has become a passionate pursuit to make a difference. Brunson serves as the foundation’s CEO. The primary mission of The Choose Courage Foundation is to grow awareness surrounding domestic violence. “We are growing quickly and are ecstatic at the immediate impact of sharing the images of the courageous survivors,” Brunson said. “Their strength and beauty inspires hope.” Brunson’s recent photoshoot of 14 survivors in Omaha was used in a social media campaign during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It reached over a half million people, was covered by three news stations, and included the support of 40 businesses. “Being the CEO of a rapidly growing nonprofit has been exciting and personally fulfilling. It is calling upon all of my educational background, leadership, creativity, and life experiences,” Brunson said. “I will be forever grateful for my time at Wayne State College and the professors and classmates that influenced me.” For more information about The Choose Courage Foundation, visit www.choosecourage.org


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Janel Kramer joined the Wayne State Foundation in July 2016. She is a 2004 graduate of Wayne State College and is currently pursuing a Master in Business Administration from WSC. She is currently enrolled in the Leadership Wayne Program and will complete the program this spring. Some of her interests include boating, attending sporting events, and spending time with her family. Prior to joining the Foundation, her experience has been working in accounting, working for Gaines & Associates and Sehi & Associates. She prepared tax returns, payroll reports, W-2s, and 1099s, along with a variety of other accounting functions. Janel is married to Brett Kramer, a 2002 graduate of Wayne State, and they have three children: Haley, 9, Mason, 6, and Hudson, 4.

Rocky Statue Displayed in the Kanter Student Center Sylvester Stallone commissioned A. Thomas Schomberg ‘64 to create the Statue of Rocky in 1980 for the movie “Rocky III.” This iconic statue was permanently installed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in 2006, adjacent to the famous Rocky steps, where visitors from around the globe still enjoy it today. Schomberg donated three replicas of the Rocky Statue to Wayne State College, which are displayed with photos and a plaque in a display case in the Kanter Student Center. Schomberg is an accomplished sculptor whose work features detailed athletic and emotional pieces, such as “The Finish,” a sculpture of two runners which is located in the Conn Library. Schomberg and his wife, Cynthia, have studios in Evergreen, Colo., and Palm Springs, Calif. Learn more about the ROCKY Statue at www.rockystatue.com or about Schomberg’s work at www.schombergstudios.com

WSC Mathematics Education Alumna Receives Distinguished Service Award The Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics honored Wayne State College alumna Terri Jelinek ‘78 with the Don Miller Distinguished Service Award in September, which honors mathematics educators for their contribution to the improvement of mathematics education in the state of Nebraska. Jelinek has served in two positions on the NATM board. She was the public relations representative in 2004-2005 and secretary in 2006-2007. She brings her expertise, especially in geometry, to the mathematics standards revision and Nebraska State Accountability math item writing. She continues to be an active learner involved in many statewide programs like Project Shine, Math in Nebraska Businesses, and Nebraska Mathematics Professional Development Series. She cohosts a math camp for students on the Central Community College campus in Columbus during the summer. Over the years she has provided multiple workshops for her peers at local schools, ESUs, and state and national conferences. She was the 1993 Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching for Nebraska. Jelinek also received WSC’s Outstanding Alumni Award for the School of Natural and Social Sciences in 2002. Jelinek holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Wayne State. She majored in mathematics education and minored in business education. Jelinek lives in Schuyler, Neb. and teaches at North Bend Central Schools.


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Janel Kramer ‘04 Joins Wayne State Foundation

Terri Jelinek, left, accepts the Don Miller Distinguished Service Award from Deb Romanek, math director for the Nebraska Department of Education.

“I have enjoyed meeting many of you and enjoyed speaking with you on the phone. I look forward to meeting more of you in the future.”


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The Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE) recently appointed Dr. Clayton Ray Diez ’72, MSE ’79, as its first Senior Fellow for History. The Senior Fellow Program was started to honor leaders in the field who have served ATMAE with distinction while utilizing their skills to further specific goals within the association. ATMAE is an accrediting body, setting standards for academic program accreditation, personal certification, and professional development for educators and industry professionals involved in integrating technology, leadership, and design. It was formerly known as the National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT). Diez has served as the chair of Engineering Technology Department at Western Illinois University since 2009. Before that, he was an assistant and associate professor for 24 years at the University of North Dakota as well as a department chair there. He received his doctorate degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1990 and was a visiting professor at National Kaohsiung Normal University in Taiwan in 2006. He was also named a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow in November 2015.

With this appointment, Diez will develop a history of ATMAE to be used in the celebration of their 50th anniversary at the 2017 conference in Cincinnati. Diez held many positions for NAIT as well as ATMAE. Most recently, he served on a special ad hoc committee to review ATMAE’s bylaws. He also served as ATMAE’s Board of Accreditation chair. Previously, he held leadership positions of NAIT as President of the NAIT Student Division and as a regional director. In 1994, Diez was named Outstanding Regional Director at ATMAE’s 28th annual conference. In service to the industry, Diez served as Director of Region IV and Chair of the Board for Epsilon Pi Tau, the International Honor Society for Professions in Technology. He also served as a professional education consultant and evaluator for numerous education programs. Diez has assisted dozens of corporations as an industrial consultant across the Midwest. In addition to his vast research background and contributions to innovations in teaching, Diez has won numerous awards. He was initiated into the Mississippi Valley Technology Education Conference, one of 65 active members in a selective membership. He received the Foundation-McDermott Award for Individual Excellence in Teaching at the University of North Dakota. He was named Outstanding Regional Director and received the Outstanding Professor Award for Region II by the National Association of Industrial Technology. Diez also received the UND Memorial Union Outstanding Advisor Award. The ATMAE Senior Fellow for History appointment began in March 2016 and culminates with the annual conference in 2017.

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in memory of

Alice (Cooper) Winneke ‘38, 99, Sioux City, Iowa; Oct. 11.

Raymond J. Mlinar ‘41, 99, Greeley; Nov. 8.

Horace C. Purtzer ‘42, 94, Phoenix, Ariz.; April 15.

JaNohn (Rosenberg) Wasser ‘43, 94, Hawarden, Iowa; Dec. 9.

Dorothy (Casper) Harrison ‘47, 91, Blair; June 2.

Ione (Dirks) Werthman ‘47, 89, Fairfax Station, Va.; Feb. 11.

E. Robert Tishendorf ‘49, 91, Bellevue; July 16.

Freda (Watson) Bennett ‘50, 90, Elgin; Aug. 28.

Bonnie (Schroeder) Haakenstad ‘50, 88, Norfolk; July 4.

Calvin W. Novak ‘50, 88, California City, Calif.; July 26.

Betty (Koepke) Baumert ‘51, 88, Blair; Jan. 6.

Neil W. Sandahl ‘51, 86, Wayne; Aug. 6.

Beatrice (Stage) Atwater ‘51, 85, Lakewood, Colo.; March 22.

Buford W. Jones ‘51, MSE ‘58, 88, Lincoln; July 26.

Joanne (Robertson) Kane ‘51, 86, Omaha; Jan. 2.

Jannene (Griffith) Reed ‘51, 87, Sierra Madre, Calif.; Dec. 17.

Vaulda M. Welke ‘51, MSE ‘61, 93, Ewing; June10.

Lois “Peg” (Hendrickson) Breyne ‘52, 83, Carol Stream, Ill.; June 17.

Marianne (Mathews) Lange ‘52, 85, Columbus; July 28.

Irene (Salmon) Manto ‘53, 91, Bennington; May 8.

Dorothy (Bilson) Thompson ‘54, 85, Lincoln; Dec. 29.

Henry J. Schuttler ‘55, MSE ‘62, 82, Bellevue; Sept. 25.

Robert K. Davis ‘56, 88, Sioux City, Iowa; Sept. 9.

Leo J. Steffen ‘56, 87, Carroll, Iowa; Oct. 18.

Neil A. Kluver ‘57, MAE ‘62, 83, Randolph; Sept. 26.

Harold “Mick” McDermott ‘57, 82, Sioux City, Iowa; Nov. 18.

Gloria (Pfeil) Koplin ‘59, 79, Lincoln; Dec. 3.

Frederick W. Holmberg ‘60, 77, Council Bluffs, Iowa; Aug. 28.

Beulah (Greiser) Wittrig ‘61, 94, West Point; Nov. 13.

Helen (Habrock) Kai ‘62, 99, Dalton; Nov. 20.

Darrell H. Neitzke ‘62, 77, Manilla, Iowa; Nov. 23.

Theodore Bader ‘63, 78, Saint Paul; June 25.

Ronald L. Leapley ‘64, MSE ‘79, 73, Hartley, Iowa; Jan. 3.

Alice L. Page ‘66, 101, O’Neill; Nov. 22.

Larry E. Dolesh ‘67, 77, Las Vegas, Nev.; Dec. 28.

Dean D. Gerths ‘67, 71, West Point; Aug. 28.

Rose (Pekny) Karn ‘67, 70, Lansing, Mich.; July 22.

Mildred (Moffett) Brown ‘68, 96, Randolph; Aug. 3.

Robert P. Christensen ‘68, 72, Pawleys Island, S.C.; Sept.2.

Janis (Fuhrman) Bennett ‘69, 69, Omaha; Nov. 9.

Andrea J. Conrad ‘69, 77, South Sioux City; Oct. 8.

Dolores (Albenesius) Retland ‘69, 68, Sioux City, Iowa; June 7.

Janice (Kind) Konicek ‘70, 82, Bancroft; Oct. 22.

Kent D. Lingenfelter ‘72, 66, Plainview; Aug. 17.

Ardith (Victor) Woolson ‘72, 86, North Platte; Aug. 9.

LaDonna (Armstrong) Frahm ‘73, MSE ‘79, 81, Martinsburg; Dec. 7.

Keith R. Hesse ‘73, 65, Mapleton, Iowa; Dec. 20.

Julie (Peterson) Johannsen ‘73, 67, Paulina, Iowa; Dec. 11.

Bert “Skip” Fehliman ‘76, 70, Tucson, Ariz.; Sept. 24.

Janel (Soukup) Harnan ‘76, 62, Pleasant Hill, Iowa; Nov. 22.

Sarah (McAlister) Ohlschwager ‘77, 61, Seguin, Texas; May 25.

Lovera (Peterson) Reber ‘77, 91, Naper; July 28.

Sheri (Christman) Holcomb ‘78, 60, Moorcroft/Gillette, Wyo.; Oct. 20.

Donna (Peterson) Baldwin, MSE ‘82, 80, Oakland; July 17.

Diane (McDowell) Trullinger, MSE ‘82, 81, Gothenburg; June 8.

Willard Rowan Wiltse, ‘83, MSE ‘86, 83, Wayne; Jan. 22. Wiltse was the WSC Director of Cooperative Education 1988-97.

Kelley (Connealy) Swanson ‘87 58, Wayne; June 30.

Irene (Nelson) Rempp, MSE ‘88, 73, Spencer; Sept. 5.

Scott Wilkinson, MSE ‘92, 51, Pleasant Hill, Mo.; Sept.14.

Jason R. Hoffman ‘95, 47, Norfolk; Dec. 28.

Terrance E. Snowball ‘95, 70, Winnebago; July 29.

Judy A. Yellowbank ‘96, 60, Sioux City, Iowa; Oct. 3.

Christopher M. Sherry ‘13, 26, Wayne; Aug. 2.

FRIENDS WE WILL MISSClayton L. Andrews, 96, Norfolk; Sept. 15.

Jogindar S. Johar, 81, Chesterfield, Mo.; Oct. 10. Dr. Johar served as dean of the math and sciences division at WSC and retired after

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