winter 2012 Northern State University receives $15 million gift
Contents n o r t h e r n s t a t e u n i v e r s i t y w i n t e r 2 0 1 2 2 northern today 4 3 4 5 6 9 8 11 11 12 14 11 10 DESIGNED AND PRODUCED BY NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY RELATIONS FOR THE NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION WRITTEN by Elissa Dickey Brenda Dreyer EDITOR Brenda Dreyer DESIGN Jennifer Vaughn FOUNDATION PRESIDENT AND CEO Todd Jordre ADDRESS FOR MAGAZINE INQUIRIES: University Relations Northern State University 1200 South Jay Street Aberdeen, South Dakota 57401 brenda.dreyer@northern.edu About Northern State University Northern State University is a premier residential, liberal arts institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and unparalleled co-curricular opportunities. In August 2012, NSU was again named by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best undergraduate public institutions in the Midwest. For more information about NSU, visit our website at northern.edu. SENIOR CABINET Dr. James M. Smith, President Dr. Thomas Hawley, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Ms. Debbi Bumpous, Chief Information Officer, NET Services Ms. Brenda Dreyer, Director, University Relations Ms. Veronica Paulson, Vice President for Finance and Administration Mr. Todd Jordre, Foundation President and CEO Mr. John Meyer, University Counsel Dr. Calvin Phillips, Vice President of Student Affairs Mr. Josh Moon, Athletic Director, University Athletics Northern State University receives $15 million gift NSU will receive $15 million from the estate of a late NSU graduate – the largest gift in the university’s history. northern welcomes new vice president of student affairs At a smaller institution, it’s easier to make personal connections – and that’s part of what drew Dr. Calvin D. Phillips to Northern State University. nsu president receives top honor from professional society NSU President James Smith received the highest honor given by a national professional society. northern state is looking good! Take a look at some of the expansion projects taking place around campus… gypsy days Celebrating Gypsy Days 2012 a passion for performing ‘Legally Blonde’ star says she loves being on stage. Olympic gold medalist mills inspires at wacipi , culturefest In the final meters of his now famous 1964 Olympic race, Billy Mills knew he was going to win. from intern to employee NSU students gain experience, employment through internships. Olson to the air waves From the sidelines to the air waves, Northern State’s Bob Olson is still finding a way to stay close to the action. Meyer inducted to South Dakota Hall of Fame Northern State University former basketball coach Don Meyer was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in September. Evans honored by National Hall of Fame Michael Evans was inducted into the National RV/Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame earlier this fall. alumni news Alumni accomplishments, births, weddings, anniversaries and deaths. upcoming events Please join us for an alumni gathering or celebrate NSU at the next Gypsy Days. Gypsy Days 2012-parade, Marching Wolves on the cover
Letter from the president northern today 3 The holidays are upon us, and fall semester 2012 is drawing to a close. What a semester it has been! Whether you live in Aberdeen or afar, you have probably already heard about all of the exciting news and success stories that have been taking place at Northern State University. This issue is full of examples of the forward momentum we are experiencing on campus — and forward is definitely the direction we are moving. This fall, Northern exceeded 3,600 students for the first time in more than 40 years. A large part of that increase is in off-campus students, as we continue to offer more courses and programs online – proving that Northern is meeting the changing needs of students all across the country. Actually, it’s more accurate to say that we are meeting the needs of students across the globe. NSU has become a “destination location” for international studies. As we attract more and more students from foreign lands, we remain committed to increasing the number of students we send abroad. The cultural experiences these students are exposed to are as valuable and vital, in today’s world, as is traditional classroom learning. It seems that it’s becoming almost commonplace to say that Northern has again been recognized as one of the top regional public colleges in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. That being said, we are still immensely proud of this prestigious honor – and proud that it has become such a common occurrence. Five years in a row is truly an amazing achievement. Another tremendous accomplishment I must mention here is the impressive ending of the Northern Impact capital campaign. The campaign — the largest in the university’s history – raised more than $29 million. That is $2 million more than the original goal – meaning quite a few more students will be able to receive our coveted WolfPACT, the highest guaranteed scholarship in South Dakota. The fantastic financial news continues: NSU will receive $15 million from the estate of Northern graduate Millicent M. Atkins, who earned her teaching degree with us in 1940. That’s the largest donation in the university’s history! The money will be used to enhance the School of Education – that includes student scholarships. Millicent’s amazing gift is humbling, as it shows just how important Northern was in her life. We are deeply grateful, and we hope to demonstrate that by naming the School of Education after her. With a new year and new semester just weeks away, I want to take this time to let you know what a crucial role you play in the success of our fine university. Collectively, our alumni, friends, students, faculty and staff make Northern an outstanding institution. Happy holidays, and we look forward to sharing more exciting news from NSU in 2013. Go Wolves! This fall, Northern exceeded 3,600 students for the first time in more than 40 years. president james m. smith The campaign — the largest in the university’s history – raised more than $29 million. That is $2 million more than the original goal – meaning quite a few more students will be able to receive our coveted WolfPACT, the highest guaranteed scholarship in South Dakota. Northern State University will receive $15 million from the estate of a late NSU graduate — the largest donation in the university’s history. The money from Millicent M. Atkins is earmarked and will be used to benefit the NSU School of Education. Atkins received a teaching degree from Northern in 1940. Northern plans to name the School of Education after Atkins, who passed away in July. Atkins, who attended high school in Columbia, taught school for a few years, but later moved on to tend to her greater passion in life, farming. The announcement about her gift to NSU was made Sat., Nov. 17. Northern State University receives $15 million gift
Smithwas named the 2012 Living Legend Award winner by the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration. He received the award at the organization’s annual conference on Aug. 7 in Kansas City, Mo. Established in 1947, the NCPEA is the oldest professional society for educational leadership and policy studies. Since 1999, the group’s Living Legend Award has recognized outstanding contributions to the field of educational administration. Winners exemplify greatness through: living a life that inspires others, providing exemplary service to NCPEA, modeling an ethic of care and professionalism, demonstrating the highest levels of success as a university teacher and researcher, and offering highly significant contributions to the field of educational administration. Smith has contributed to NCPEA as a former executive board member, yearbook author, yearbook manuscript editor and frequent committee member. His research has spanned a large spectrum of educational policy, but he is best known for scholarship focused on the deleterious effects of standardized testing on low-income and disenfranchised youth. Smith said he was very honored to receive the designation of Living Legend. “Those who have received this award before me, like Professor John Hoyle at Texas A&M University, are without question leading minds in the field,” he said. Hoyle, Smith’s friend and former mentor, was the inaugural speaker for his investiture as president at NSU. “Because I have been active in the organization since 1988, it is especially nice to have been selected by my friends and colleagues from all around the country,” Smith said. “This is truly a ‘once in a lifetime’ recognition.” News northern 4 northern today Phillips started in October as Northern’s new vice president of student affairs. He was hired following a nationwide search and replaces Rhoda Smith, who left the university for another career opportunity this summer. A native of Mercer, Pa., Phillips brings to Northern vast experience in the field of student affairs. He has worked in higher education in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Iowa. Most recently, he was associate vice president of student affairs/dean of students at the University of Texas-Pan American in Edinburg, Texas. At NSU, Phillips said, his goals are to get to know the needs of students and staff and to provide quality services to students. “Sometimes it’s just the little things we do,” such as making sure students feel comfortable asking questions, he said. Phillips was inspired and encouraged to enter the field of student affairs by a family friend and pastor who served as his adviser during college. This mentor told him he would be good at helping students be successful. He also gave Phillips sound advice. “Never forget why you’re doing what you’re doing,” he told Phillips. “It’s about the students.” Phillips said his career provides a chance to see students grow and develop. “I love what I do,” he said. Phillips also likes Aberdeen and said it is a place where his kids can grow up. He and his wife, Sharia, moved to Aberdeen with their sons: Keegan, 8; Cole, 7; Caden, 6; and Collin, 5. Phillips also has a daughter, Shania, 16, who lives in Indianapolis. While he and his wife are both from Pennsylvania, the northern climate is a new adventure for their boys. Only the older two have seen snow, and they can barely remember it. “This is going to be their first experience with snow,” he said. “They’re excited.” vice president of student affairs calvin d. phillips NSU president receives top honor from professional society Northern welcomes new vice president of student affairs “Sometimes it’s just the little things we do,” Phillips said. At a smaller institution, it’s easier to make personal connections and see the impact one is having on students’ lives – and that’s part of what drew Dr. Calvin D. Phillips to Northern State University. This summer, Northern State University President James Smith received the highest honor given by a national professional society. “I love what I do,” he said. “Never forget why you’re doing what you’re doing,” he told Phillips. “It’s about the students.”
northern today 5 News northern Take a look at some of the expansion rojects taking place around campus – NSU Wolf Shoppe offers ‘everything an NSU fan needs’ Northern State University’s bookstore has a new look, new hours – and even a new name. The store, located on the lower floor of the newly remodeled Student Center, is now known as the NSU Wolf Shoppe. “We have received many compliments on the look of our new store—people really seem to like it,” said Wolf Shoppe Director Beth Rasmusson. “Our goal during the remodel was to have a finished product that our campus community could be proud of, and I think we’ve achieved that.” While the sales floor has shrunk by 28 percent, the look is much more contemporary, Rasmusson said. The glass store front – which she says is the best feature of the remodel – gives the store an open and inviting look as well as access to natural light. The color scheme – maroon, black and gray – ties in well with the rest of the building. New clothing fixtures give the store an updated look. With an updated look, the decision was made to update the store name. People tend to associate “bookstore” with only textbooks, Rasmusson said, but the store sells many more product lines in addition to textbooks. Students voted on the new store name, and “NSU Wolf Shoppe” won. The Wolf Shoppe has also expanded its hours and is now open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays during fall and spring semesters. A new tag line for the store, “Everything You Need to Be Part of the Pack,” was created by Stacey Hepola in the NSU Post Office. Rasmusson said it is very accurate. “We really do sell everything an NSU fan needs,” she said. looking good! Coming soon Administration and Spafford Hall Windows are being replaced and central air is being installed. Improvements will make buildings more energy efficient. Johnson Fine Arts Center expansion Northern has 10 statements of interest from different architects for an expansion of the Johnson Fine Arts Center. Krikac Auditorium remodel The auditorium is being renovated in a project that involves restoring the stained glass windows and adding features such as new flooring and larger chairs. The auditorium will be used for classes and performances. Science lab remodel NSU students learn in four teaching and four research laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment in a newly remodeled building. The $2.7 million project, partially funded by student fees, was completed in summer 2010. Parking lots and landscaping Parking lot resurfacing and landscaping renovations were completed across campus in 2011. Graham/Lincoln Hall remodel The $3 million renovation project transformed conjoined Lincoln Hall and Graham Hall. The project, completed in 2011, essentially provided centralized air conditioning for faculty offices – making Northern's most historic buildings more energy efficient. Barnett Center expansion The $3.2 million project, funded by private donations, added a two-story, 25,680-square-foot addition to the athletic facility. The center now boasts new locker rooms, a wrestling room and offices on the first floor, as well as a wellness center on the second floor. Student Center expansion Funded by student fees, the $6 million dollar project added 3,543 square feet to the lower level and 10,305 square feet to the upper level. The facility now houses a remodeled NSU Wolf Shoppe, Einstein Bros™ Bagels, the Admissions Department and various amenities. N o rt h e r n S tat e i s http://nsuwolfshoppe.northern.edu
6 northern today gypsy Days in celebration of the 97th annual gypsy days oct. 6, 2012 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI/GOLD/HALL OF FAME/ KRETCHMAN COACHING AWARD RECIPIENTS Left to right: Amanda (Mikuska) Bain ‘00, Jean Kringstad ‘00, Gregg Wiitala ‘66, Eric Rambow ‘04, Kevin Burckhard ‘95, Ed May ‘94, Chris (Swanhorst) Burckhard ‘97, Doug Coughlin ‘93, Steven Keszler ‘90 50 YEAR CLUB REUNION – INDUCTEES Back row left to right: Lucille Lindskov ‘62, Judith (Serr) Kutch ‘62, Paula (Kotila) Robertson ‘62, Patricia (Koth) Stiefel ‘62, Mary (Jacobson) Palsma ‘67, Donald Becht ‘61, Bruce Frink ‘62, Karen (Knecht) Siefkes ‘60, Gary Roth ‘62 Front row left to right: Richard Glad ‘69, Anita (Cowhick) Veatch ‘62, Juliet (Strader) Roesch ‘58, Kathleen (Brokaw) Kersey ‘62
northern today 7 All Decades Women’s Basketball Reunion Back row left to right: Memory (Johannsen) Eltjes ‘01, Natalie Braun ‘01, Claire Honer ‘07, Krista Rabenberg ‘11, Coach Curt Fredrickson ‘74, Tia (Michalski) Felberg’03, Lindsey Utter ‘07, Nikki (Jensen) Karst ‘00, Noelle (Hall) Bergan ‘08, Amanda (Mikuska) Bain ‘00 Second row left to right: Jodi Reinschmidt ‘11, Miranda Boepple ‘09, Jodi (Purath) Knott ‘02, Ali Chmielewski ‘06, Liza (Sizer) Clark ‘05 Front row left to right: Ryanne (Brockhaus) Waage ‘08, Sara (Hemquist) Goebel ‘02, Holly (Schaunaman) Lapka ‘03, Kristie (Chmielewski) McKesson ‘06, Sara (Jensen) Nelson ‘06 All Decades Women’s Basketball Reunion Back row left to right: Julie (Jensen) Rozell ‘95, Amie Kiehn ‘96, Denise (Ruhland) Clemens ‘92, Michele (Lick) DeVries ‘93, Coach Curt Fredrickson ’74, Jane (Konz) Hanson ‘98, Crystal Bonnichsen ‘99, Chris (Swanhorst) Burckhard ‘97, Toni Schmidt ‘97 Front row left to right: Barb (Johnson) Undlin ‘96, Barb (Niederbaumer) Schmidt ‘95, Stephanie (Franzen) Campbell ‘96, Tanna (Negaard) Zabel ‘90, Melissa (Schott) Doughty ‘97, Paula (Stolsmark) Krueger ‘95, Michele (Krause) Bull ‘98 gypsy days 2012
8 northern today or Larissa Buchholz, the best part of being involved in Northern State University’s production of “Legally Blonde - The Musical” was the challenge of playing the lead role. Buchholz, a native of Tripp, said she worked very hard to show the audience the true colors of Elle Woods. “She’s not just a blonde sorority sister, she has so much more to offer,” she said. “She’s a strong woman who believes in herself and doesn’t give up. Playing this part brought out the best in me.” NSU Theater presented “Legally Blonde - The Musical” in October. The show – and Buchholz– received rave reviews. Though it is based on the hit MGM movie starring Reese Witherspoon, Buchholz said she had actually never seen the movie until after the NSU performances were over. “I knew there were high expectations, so I hope I did the part justice!” said Buchholz, a senior vocal music education major with a theater minor. And she had fun doing it. “I have loved all the shows I’ve been involved with, but this one has definitely been the most fun!” she said. “It’s very fast paced and took a lot of energy! I also loved all the dances!” She certainly went above and beyond for the part, even dying her dark hair blonde. “I have never ever wanted to be blonde, but it actually doesn’t look as terrible as I thought,” she said. (But she said she’ll dye it dark again eventually!) She had some great co-stars, including her little sister, Kaitlin Buchholz, who made her NSU Theater debut as one of Elle’s Delta Nu sorority sisters. “It was great for her to be in the show too,” Buchholz said. “She played one of my best friends, so that was fun!” Other costars included some four-legged ones – two dogs had roles. “I love dogs, so I was very excited,” she said. “The dogs were very well behaved, and everyone loved working with them.” A long-haired Chihuahua named Fonzie played Elle’s dog, Bruiser. Buchholz said Fonzie was adorable – they even bonded during the Gypsy Day Parade, cuddling with a blanket in the cold. Buchholz, a resident assistant in Briscoe Hall, is also involved in marching band, Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Masquers, College Republicans and the National Association for Music Education. She is set to graduate in May 2014 and said she plans to attend graduate school for vocal performance. Until then, she hopes to be involved with future shows at NSU. “I have fallen in love with performing and being onstage,” she said. “There’s such a sense of accomplishment after knowing you have given your all to this role and making it the best show it can be. It’s definitely become a passion of mine.” Photographs courtesy of Joshua John Franchiseur, NSU Assistant Professor of Theater A passion for performing ‘Legally Blonde’ star says she loves being on stage
News northern “It’s the pursuit of the dream that’ll heal you,” his father said. “But I didn’t know if I was going to get to the tape first,” Mills said, smiling. That’s because a gold medal wasn’t the only victory Mills, 74, was seeking that day 48 years ago. He was also on a journey for something more important – healing a broken soul. He got both that day in Japan. Mills spoke about his journey at Northern State University in November during the university’s celebration of cultures. Mills, a member of the Oglala Sioux tribe who grew up on South Dakota’s Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, was the special guest at NSU’s annual Wacipi (powwow). Mills, who has friends from cultures around the world, said the future of humankind is global unity through global diversity. Mills’ journey was not an easy one. He lost his mother at age 9 and remembers one day his dad told him, “You have broken wings.” Someday, his dad said, he would have the wings of an eagle – but he must get past the anger, hate and jealousy in his heart, and find his dream. “It’s the pursuit of the dream that’ll heal you,” his father said. Mills said he thought his father – who died when Mills was 12 – meant for him to be an athlete. He pursued athleticism northern today 9 but found he wasn’t good at sports such as boxing, basketball or rodeo. “Rodeo hurt,” he said, laughing. But he realized he found tranquility in running. He knew he had to have a dream to heal, and he set the goal of winning an Olympic gold medal in the 10,000 meter run. Every day, numerous times a day, he would visualize one moment in time – being on the lead runner’s shoulder, passing him and winning the race. That day, nearing the end of the race, competitorRonClarke of Australianudged him accidentally, and Mills stumbled into the third lane. Tunisia’s Mohamed Gammoudi took the opportunity to break between them. Mills said he decided to let them get 10-12 meters ahead of him, then he was going to make one final try. One of the lapped runners ahead of him moved over so he could pass. As Mills passed him, he looked over and saw, in the center of his shirt, an eagle. He remembered his dad’s words: wings of an eagle. He thought, “I can win.” And he did, blazing ahead of the other two in the final meters. Afterward, he went to find the runner who moved out of his way. When he did, he saw that there was no eagle on his shirt. “I’ve always said that moment was a gift to me,” he said. Olympic gold medalist Mills inspires at Wacipi, Culturefest In the final meters of his now famous 1964 Olympic race, Billy Mills knew he was going to win.
10 northern today One of them was Kelli (Wiedebush) Roberts, a Warner native majoring in professional accounting and banking and financial services. “It’s a good way to get your foot in the door,” Roberts said. Scott Peterson, Northern’s director of business internships, said the objective of the internship program is to bridge that space between academics and the work world. “We try to help these students lever up to that first full-time job,” Peterson said. “The internship program is a major part of that process.” Intern Erin Hoesing, an Aberdeen native majoring in professional accounting, said Northern does a great job of setting up internships. She, too, had already accepted a full-time job at Eide Bailly after her internship, so had Cameron Zent, a Watertown native majoring in professional accounting. Zent said a lot of companies come to Northern looking for interns because they know the quality of education the university provides. At South Dakota Wheat Growers, NSU alum Melissa Propst started as an intern in 2009. The Clear Lake native, who graduated in May with a degree in finance and a minor in economics, has now been hired there full time. NSU student Amanda Vogel had been working for Wheat Growers prior to seeking internship credit, and an arrangement was reached where her duties and responsibilities were increased for the internship. Now, the Ipswich native, who graduated this spring with an accounting degree, is working full time in accounting. Peterson said internships are what the student and employer want them to be. “In the end, the academic credit is secondary,” he said. “What’s important is the experience.” NSU students gain experience, employment through internships orthern State University’s numerous internship opportunities provide students with job experience – and sometimes, they even lead to full-time employment. Last spring, for example, three of four NSU interns at Eide Bailly LLP had accepted full-time jobs at the Aberdeen office. From intern to employee “It’s a good way to get your foot in the door.” “In the end, the academic credit is secondary,” he said. “What’s important is the experience.”
northern today 11 News northern Olson to the air waves The former athletic director will be making a return to courtside this season, providing color commentary for NSU men's and women's basketball games. Olson will joinGene Reich, playby-play voice of the Wolves, for home games in 2012-13. Olson concluded a 37-year career at NSU that included roles of student, athlete, professor, coach and administrator last season when he stepped aside from the athletic director's role after 13 years at that position. He has remained a familiar face at NSU events over the past few months. “I’m looking forward to seeing the game from another angle,” said Olson. “Northern State has such quality studentathletes and coaches, and I look forward to watching them continue to grow and improve.” The 2012 induction ceremony was held at the Cedar Shore Resort in Chamberlain-Oacoma. Since 1974 The SD Hall of Fame has been honoring and recognizing outstanding individuals who have shaped the fabric and culture of South Dakota. Attending the ceremony with Meyer was his wife Carmen and three children Brooke, Brittney and Jerry Meyer. NSU President Jim and Dr. Connie Ruhl Smith led a delegation from NSU and the Aberdeen community. Meyer continues at NSU in the role of Regents Distinguished Professor and Assistant to the President. Meyer inducted to South Dakota Hall of Fame Evans honored by National Hall of Fame Michael Evans, owner and chief executive officer of Centennial Homes, was inducted into the National RV/ Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame earlier this fall. “This hall of fame induction is very much appreciated as recognition of my 43 years in the industry. I have to thank my family and all the employees of Centennial Homes, who were an integral part in our contributions to the industry over those years,” said Evans, former NSU Foundation chairman. Evans was honored for the essential role he has played in the manufactured housing industry over his 43-year career. His strong leadership and progressive ideas have pushed the industry forward. He has served on the board of the South Dakota Housing Association and the North Central Manufactured Housing Institute. During that time he has also served several governors committees on issues of manufactured housing taxation, movement and zoning. Centennial Homes started providing quality, affordable housing in 1969 in Aberdeen, S.D. Over the past 43 years, Centennial Homes has expanded to a total of nine retail locations in three states and has provided affordable housing to more than 12,000 families. Centennial has model home centers in Bismarck, Dickinson and Williston, N.D.; Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls, S.D.; and Billings, Bozeman and Glendive, Mont. “I’m looking forward to seeing the game from another angle.” F r om t h e s i d e l i n e s t o t h e a i r wav e s , N o rt h e r n S tat e ’ s B o b O l s o n i s s t i l l f i n d i n g a way t o s tay c l o s e t o t h e a c t i o n . N o rt h e r n S tat e U n i v e r s i t y f o r me r b a s k e t b a l l c o a c h D o n Me y e r wa s i n d u c t e d i n t o t h e S o u t h D a k o ta H a l l o f Fame i n S e p t emb e r .
augustana tailgate Randy Knecht ‘88, Josh Moon–NSU Director of Athletics augustana tailgate Jack Schuver ‘57, James Cordts ‘57, Bruce Daughters ‘90, Josh Moon–NSU Director of Athletics, Caroll (Swenson) Cordts ’57 News alumni 12 northern today Brandon Golf Outing Tim Blotske ‘98, Boyd Brandsrud ‘95, Melissa Woidyla ‘95, Jason Woidyla ‘95, and Amy Dulaney ‘98 Mary Ann (Carlson) Grage ’53, Clontarf, Minn., coached the 1988 NDSCS Wildcat volleyball team that was inducted into their Hall of Fame this year. Ted Zahn ’63, Aberdeen, has been inducted into the South Dakota Golf Association Hall of Fame. Noel Hamiel ’69, Reliance, was inducted into the South Dakota Newspaper Hall of Fame. Steve Swisher ’69, Huron, has been inducted into the Huron High School Hall of Fame for 2012. Cathleen (Clark) Britton ’71, Sioux Falls, has been inducted into the Central High School Hall of Fame for 2012. Kathryn (Carlson) Hinderks ’72, Aberdeen, retired as a second grade teacher at May Overby Elementary after 38 years in the district. Susan (Witham) Jerde ’72, Aberdeen, retired as a second grade teacher at O.M. Tiffany Elementary after 31 years in the district. Steve Pelzl ’72, Aberdeen, won the 58th annual USGA Senior Amateur Qualifier. Michael Evans ’72, Aberdeen, was inducted into the National Recreational Vehicle and Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame. He was honored for his 43-year career in the manufactured housing industry. Theresa (Johns) Cler ’73, Aberdeen, retired as a Title I teacher at O.M. Tiffany Elementary after 35 years in the district. Michael Coyne ’73, Hoven, has been inducted into the Central High School Hall of Fame for 2012. Thomas Ivey ’74, Aberdeen, received the Going the Distance Award at the South Dakota Chiropractors Association conference. The award honors chiropractors who have “gone the distance” to promote the field of chiropractic medicine. Curt Fredrickson ’74, Aberdeen, has been inducted into the Central High School Hall of Fame for 2012. Frank Mason ’74, Hot Springs, retired after teaching 38 years in Aberdeen, Philip and Hot Springs schools. He taught classes from first through 12th grades in his career. Janet (Ellingson) Palmer ’75, Aberdeen, has been named South Dakota Biology Teacher of the Year by the National Association of Biology Teachers. The award is based on criteria such as teaching experience, innovation and initiative. BillWinter ’76, Aberdeen, retired after 33 years of service at Aberdeen Fire and Rescue, the last eight as chief. Barbara (Christensen) Aaker ’76, Denver, Colo., retired from full-time teaching in August 2010. She is currently adjunct teaching for Metropolitan State University and Community College of Denver and working on further developing “Mathematics-the Musical.” Ann (Tschakert) Tuchscherer ’74, Milbank, retired after 36 years of teaching, 34 years in Milbank and two years at Roncalli. Bob Olson ’77, Aberdeen, has been inducted into the Central High School Hall of Fame for 2012. Sandy (Koeppe) Cahoy ’79, Aberdeen, retired as a math teacher at Aberdeen Central High School after 33 years in the district. Jeff Sahli ’81, Aberdeen, retired as an industrial technology teacher at Holgate Middle School after 31 years in the district. Monte Troske ’82, Turton, has been elected to the South Dakota Bankers Association board of directors. He currently serves as president and CEO of Farmers State Bank in Turton since 1982. Brad Tennant ’83, Aberdeen, currently an associate professor of history at Presentation College, has been selected to be the guest speaker at the Marshall County Historical Society banquet. Tennant is a researcher, writer and presenter on a variety of state and regional topics. Dana Randall ’83, Aberdeen, was one of the South Dakota delegates who attended the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. Steve Svendsen ’86, Magnolia, Texas has been named head football coach at Watertown High School. Melanie (Martin) Lundquist ’88, Aberdeen, has organized the “Sweet Dreams” project to distribute care bags to children in Aberdeen’s Head Start program. Susan (Swiontek) Jelleberg ’88, Bismarck, N.D., has two educational activity books for teachers, counselors, parents and social workers. The Jellybean Jamboree has gone e-book. The Best of Individual Counseling is co-written. Both can be viewed online. Jeff Moench ’90, Aberdeen, has been promoted to manager at EideBailly. Michael Boschee ’93, Pella, Iowa, was named the men’s basketball coach at Bemidji State. Todd Thorson ’94, Ipswich, was named girls’ track and field coach of the year by the South Dakota High School Coaches Association. Todd was also named the South Dakota Track and Field “Coaches Winners Circle” Coach of the Year by the South Dakota Cross Country and Track and Field Coach’s Association. Eric Kline ’95, Aberdeen, was inducted into the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Hall of Fame. Kristen (Lyren) Fauth ’95, Aberdeen, has been named a risk manager on the Dacotah Bank risk management team. Chris Birgen ’98, Gilbert, Ariz., was recently named principal at Islands Elementary in Gilbert Ariz.
northern today 13 News alumni Wachs Golf Classic Russ Pietz, Mike Opp ‘80, Aubrey O’Connell, Nick Sipe, Jay Gellhaus ‘88, and Ella Campbell Wachs Golf Classic Ashley Gabler, Jack Karst, Kent Alm ‘87, Jon Murdy, Pat Rohl, and Joe Fischer Ryan Miller ’01, Albuquerque, N.M., will be an assistant men’s basketball coach for the University of Missouri . Rachel (Hansen) Kippley ’01, Aberdeen, was elected the new Brown County Commissioner on Nov. 6. Greta (Meyer) Thorpe ’03, Groton, has been named South Dakota’s first distinguished disease intervention specialist by the state Department of Health. Jennifer (Bauer)Wegleitner ’04, Aberdeen, has been named the Department Chair of Business and Technology at Presentation College. Christopher Jung ’06, Aberdeen, was recently elected to a national position with the American Bar Association’s Young Lawyer’s Division. He will represent District 21 on the Young Lawyers’ policy making council. Tara Engquist ’06, Aberdeen, has been promoted to manager at Eide Bailly. Rory Behrens ’07, Hermosa, is currently working as associate producing/artistic director at Tommy O’s Northern Stars Playhouse, a small, not-for-profit theater company in northern Wisconsin. He is also acting as educational coordinator to create a unique and engaging outreach program for the surrounding community. He was recently admitted to the Graduate School of University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. There he will obtain a Master’s of Music in Vocal Performance. Rocky Burkett M’07, Aberdeen, has been named head wrestling coach at Aberdeen Central High School. Geraldine Heier M’07, Aberdeen, retired as a language arts teacher at Aberdeen Central High School after 26 years in the district. Chris Roettele ’08, Aberdeen, has been promoted to senior associate at Eide Bailly. Ryanne (Brockhaus)Waage ’08, Aberdeen, certified physician assistant, will be the provider at the Avera Medical Group’s new clinic in Ipswich. TarynWest ’09, Aberdeen, recently completed training to become a clinical instructor educator through the Commission on Accredited Training Education. This allows her to be responsible for teaching athletic trainers. Cody Papke ’09, Aberdeen, has been promoted to senior associate at Eide Bailly. Mike Zerr ’11, Aberdeen, has accepted a position at Brandon Valley teaching sixth-grade science and physical education and will serve as an assistant freshman football and assistant boys’ tennis coach. Tiffany Thorne ’12, is currently teaching at The International School of Kuwait as a firstgrade teacher. Curt Fredrickson, ’74, M’77, Aberdeen, will be inducted into the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes on March 5, 2013. Don Meyer, Staff Aberdeen, was inducted to the South Dakota Hall of Fame. He leads all NCAA men’s basketball coaches with 923 career wins. Anniversaries Lola (Murdock) Dixon ’39, Aberdeen, and husband, Ned, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 16, 2012. Evelyn (Grote) Kaven ’46, Aberdeen, and husband, Lawrence, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary June 12, 2012. Delbert Lowe ’50, Aberdeen, and wife, Caroline, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary (Nov. 24) and Delbert’s 80th birthday (July 27) on July 22 at First United Methodist Church in Aberdeen. Irene (Allbee) Linderman ’51, Bowdle, and husband, Lawrence, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 16, 2012. Geraldine (Rhodes) Eaton ’51, Palo Alto, Calif., and husband, Bob ’52, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 8, 2012. They have lived in Palo Alto for 58 years. Dr. James Kretchman ’56, Aberdeen, and wife, Bonnie (Nelson)’62, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 10, 2012. Helengrace (Jesme) Bauer ’63, Maplewood, Minn., and husband, Leo ’61, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 19, 2012. Edward Knutson ’66, Mina, and wife, Jayne, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 23, 2012. Gary Job ’69, Aberdeen, and wife, Kathy, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on Aug. 30, 2012. Karen (Bruers) Gonsor ’70, Aberdeen, and husband, Dave, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on May 27, 2012. Beverly Dorfschmidt ’71, Groton, and husband, Harvey, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on July 28, 2012. Robert Fossum ’72, Aberdeen, and wife, Georgia, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 6, 2012. JoAnna (Hoff) Kokales ’72, Aberdeen, and husband, Jim, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 30, 2012. Heidi (Troske)Williams ’72, Brentford, and husband, Max, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on July 1, 2012. RaVonne Deibert ’77, Aberdeen, and wife, Connie (Mischke) ’78, celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on June 4, 2012. Paula (Karlen)Wellman ’87, Aberdeen, and husband, Kevin, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on July 25, 2012. SharleneWanttie ’88, Aberdeen, and husband, Doug, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on April 21, 2012. Judy (Oban) Uhrich ’88, Custer, and husband, Joseph, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on July 25, 2012. Cindy (Zeller) Koerner ’91, Aberdeen, and husband, John, celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on June 4, 2012. Mavis Hoffman, Friend, Aberdeen and husband, Allen, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 15, 2012. Rapid City Golf Rob James, Eddie Heisinger ‘02, Jeff Connely, Quinten Riggens ‘02, and Josh Moon–NSU Director of Athletics
News alumni 14 northern today Fort Worth Josh Moon – NSU Director of Athletics, Jim Dongog, Beth Rabine ’80; Tamra (Kuehl) Zumbaum ’81; Darrell Zumbaum ’84 and Mike Birgen ’92 MS ’11–Vice President Athletic Major Gifts and Alumni Relations UPCOMING EVENTS St. Paul, Minn. Pre-Game Social O’Gara’s Bar & Grill Jan. 12, 2013, 2-4 p.m. NSU Wolves vs. Concordia, St.Paul women’s and men’s basketball Aberdeen I HateWinter Pre-Game Social Feb. 9, 2013, 3-5 p.m. Lager’s Inn scottsdale, ariz. Alumni Gathering Feb. 28, 2013, 5:30 p.m. Mike and Barb Evans home 27703 N 68th Place Scottsdale, Ariz. 85266 sun city west, ariz. Alumni Gathering March 1, 2013, 5-7 p.m. Hillcrest Golf Club 20002 N. Star Ridge Drive, Sun City West, Ariz. 85375 littleton, colo. Alumni Gathering April 27, 2013, 5 p.m. Bernie and Judy Dylla home 7713 S Nevada Dr. Littleton, Colo. 80120 For more information or to RSVP to these events, please call the NSU Foundation at 605-626-2550 or email nsualumni@northern.edu. University of mary tailgate Kim Fahnhorst, Mike Thorstad, Stephen Hanley, Brenda Hanley, Carol Jastram, Terry Jastram ‘83, Zach Flakus ’93–NSU Assistant Athletic Director Births Doug Karst ’94, Aberdeen, and wife Gina, a son, Tigue Douglas on Aug. 16, 2012. Tammy (Bitz) Rohweder ’94, Wishek N.D., and husband, Dave, a daughter, Carys Rae on May 22, 2012. Theodore Dickey ’99, Aberdeen, and wife, Elissa, a son, Ernest Anthony on March 20, 2012. Rachel (Hansen) Kippley ’01, Aberdeen and husband, Jeff, a son Aaron Asher on June 21, 2012. Eric Borge ’03, Aberdeen, and wife, Amber, a son, Kannon Brady on May 16, 2012. Chad Miller ’05, Aberdeen, and wife, Terri, a son, Cohan Isaac on March 16, 2012. Rose (Coughlin) Kramp ’06, Brentford, and husband David, a daughter, Theresa Colleen on March 1, 2012. Erica (Bonen) Atkins ’06, Aberdeen, and husband, Jeremy, a son, Cole Jeremy on June 10, 2012. Jenna (Drey) Bain ’07, Mill Creek, Wash. and husband, Brandon, a daughter, Aleya Marie on March 4, 2012. Vicki (Linderman) McComsey ’07, Aberdeen, and husband, Bill, a daughter, Taylor Ann on Sept. 7, 2012. Birthday Gertie (Joachim) Hahler ’36, Redfield, celebrated her 95th birthday on Oct. 28, 2012. LaVila (Fuhrman)Wilke ’41, Aberdeen, celebrated her 90th birthday on Sept. 15, 2012. June (Ellis) Schliebe ’42, Aberdeen, celebrated her 90th birthday on June 11, 2012. Ina (Glover) Bruns ’42, Aberdeen, celebrated her 99th birthday on July 1, 2012. DonaldWhittlinger ’53, Aberdeen, celebrated his 85th birthday on July 28, 2012. Daryl Borchard ’56, Northville, celebrated his 80th birthday on Oct. 19, 2012. HazelWolter ’62, Aberdeen, celebrated her 90th birthday on Aug. 18, 2012. Dean Karlen ’67, Aberdeen was honored for his 70th birthday on May 13, 2012. Betty (McLaughlin) Beyer ’69, Wentworth, celebrated her 80th birthday on Nov. 4, 2012. Roy Fauth ’74, Aberdeen, celebrated his 60th birthday on Aug. 4, 2012. Eunice (Hein) Alberts ’80, Groton, celebrated her 80th birthday on Aug. 11, 2012. Weddings Peter Pagones ’69 Aberdeen, married Helen Hermanson on July 26, 2012. They reside in their homes in Sioux Falls, Lake Pickerel and Edelweiss Mt. in the Black Hills. Chad Carlson ’08 Aberdeen, married Katie Rokusek ’08 on Aug. 3, 2012, at Holy Name Catholic Church in Watertown. Victoria Fisher ’10, Sydney, Australia, married Benjamin Futeran on Sept. 24, 2011. The couple reside in Sydney. John Rawerts ’12, Aberdeen, married Anna deSilva on June 1, 2012, in Bismarck, N.D. The couple is living in Aberdeen. KelliWiedebush ’12, Warner, married Brady Roberts on Aug. 25, 2012. Kelsey Sandmeier ’12 Java, married NickWeismantel ’12 on June 16, 2012. The couple lives in Eureka. g y p s y d a y s 2 0 1 3
northern today 15 News alumni w i t h n o r t h e r n s t a t e u n i v e r s i t y v i s i t n o r t h e r n . e d u / a l u m n i In Memoriam Kari (Tonne) Frederick ’34, Minneapolis, Minn., on Oct. 18, 2012. Luella (Hong) Holden ’36, Webster, on Aug. 5, 2012. Wilbur E.Wockenfuss ’37, Fort Walton Beach, Fla., on March 11, 2012. Emma (Rieger) Olson ’40, Richland, Wash., on April 17, 2012. Millicent M. Atkins ’40, Ipswich, on July 25, 2012. Juliet (Peterson) Healy ’40, Langford, on Aug. 16, 2012. Alice (Little) Johnson ’40, Aberdeen, on Sept. 20, 2012. Robert McCaughey ’41, Madison, on July 19, 2012. Virgil D.Meeker ’41, Britton, on July 14, 2012. Ambrosia ‘Amy’ (Mastel) Sporer ’43, Ipswich, on May 18, 2012. LaVonne (Goodspeed)Woodlock ’44, Lakewood, Calif. on Feb. 25, 2012. Sylvia (Culp) Antonacci ’49, Madison, Ohio, on March 12, 2012. Duane Kindschi ’51, Morris, Minn., on May 23, 2012. Sherman John Syljuberget ’51, Hot Springs, on Dec. 31, 2011. Perry Stoddard ’51, Castle Rock, Colo., on Aug. 4, 2012. Dr.Wayne Kelley ’51, Huron, on Oct. 18, 2012. Roy Rissky ’52, Aberdeen, on Oct. 7, 2012. MauriceWebb ’55, Aberdeen, on Sept. 6, 2012. Dr. Delbert Hillen ’56, Sarasota, Fla., on April 25, 2012. Larry Haas ’56, Sun City, Ariz., on April 15, 2012. Barbara (Ronshaugen) Hagen ’56, Webster, on July 23, 2012. Elizabeth (Nee)Weigel ’56, Aberdeen, on Sept. 21, 2012. Sheila (Paetznick) Garness ’58, Waubay on May 11, 2012. Bonnie Mary (Cordell) Aberle ’58, Lakewood, Colo., on April 25, 2012. Norbert Hearnen ’58, Conde, on July 31, 2012. LarryWattier ’59, Langford, on June 10, 2012. Frank Bohall ’59, Glendale, Ariz., on June 9, 2012. Francis Heinen ’59, Bella Vista, Ark., on June 29, 2012. Ronald Morgan ’59, Warner, on Sept. 26, 2012. GeorgeVan Gilder ’59, Sioux Falls on Oct. 28, 2012. Stanley Boik ’60, Webster, on April 4, 2012. Judene (Zabel) Schrenk ’60, Cheney, Wash., on May 14, 2012. GaryWahl ’60, Collingswood, N.J. on Sept. 7, 2012. Donald Nordling ’60, Aberdeen, on Oct. 19, 2012. Charles Sanders ’61, Chandler, Ariz. on May 15, 2012. Esther (Schmidt) Decker ’62, Aberdeen, on March 26, 2012. Donald Carlson ’64, Aberdeen, on April 6, 2012. David Lane ’66, Aberdeen, on July 8, 2012. Elaine (Breunig) Kusler ’66, Aberdeen, on July 23, 2012. Lynda (Perrizo) Bogenrief ’68,Cannon Falls, Minn., on Sept. 2, 2012. GenevaVolk ’69, Aberdeen, on May 17, 2012. Bob Bohlander ’69, Mobridge on July 12, 2012. Steve Serr ’70, Leola on May 5, 2012. June Johnson ’70, Langford, on June 16, 2012. Vivian (Hopkins) Shantz ’70, Aberdeen, on Oct. 14, 2012. Linda (Fiala) LaMont ’71, Glenham, on May 21, 2012. Randall Smith ’72, Aberdeen, on Sept. 1, 2012. Elsie (Roseland)Winters ’75, Pierre, on June 24, 2012. Greta Corning ’76, Grayland, Wash., on Jan. 15, 2012. Merrial (Nelson) Thares ’83, Marshall, Minn., on Aug., 2012. Nancy (Joachim) Vostad ’87, Watertown, on May 29, 2012 Florence (Koenig)Walker ’88, Selby, on July 9, 2012. Robert Stavick ’89 Britton, on Sept. 14, 2012. Cheryl (Meisel) Klebsch ’96, Frankfort, on June 16, 2012. Dennis Lyke Staff Aberdeen, on May 15, 2012. “Like” us on facebook
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