Alumni Association Saint Joseph’s College is ... Board of Directors ... a primarily undergraduate Catholic college, founded and sponsored by the Mission¬ Officers aries of the Precious Blood, [which] pledges itself to a tradition of excellence and to a liberal education that is a united endeavor of intelligence and faith. Steve Ligda ’62 President — excerpted from the mission statement of Saint Joseph’s College Louis B. Offer ’69 VP of Alumni Relations Michael Bauman 79 VP Administration Mark Randall ’91 In this issue VP of Academics, Recruitment, and Placement Terra (Schafer) Maienbrook ’97 VP of Campus Relations Kendra Be re n da 3 From the Alumni Association 14 COVER STORY: Executive Director Board President Why I Chose Directors Saint Joseph’s College 4 Alumni Gather in Chicago, India¬ Jane Ames 73 napolis, and Washington, D.C. 16 Phonathon 2003 Jerome Bosch ’59 Jack Carlson ’56 5 Little 500 Update 17 Lilly Initiative Update Bob Companik ’56 6 Campus Community Raises 18 FEATURE STORY: Michael Cooke ’89 Funds to Assist Beloved Professor Memories of Drexel James Deegan ’59 7 SJC Revamps Business 20 “Where Are They Now?” Judy Dever ’90 Administration Division “Before They Were Pumas” Ed Feicht 71 Ed Habrowski 71 8 Political Clubs Band Together 21 Puma Spotlight: to Obtain U.S. Flag from the Jim Sacco ’97 Bruce Hicks 79 White House Karey Kiott-Engels ’97 22 Meet Sports Information Director Jackie (Leonard) Tackett ’95 9 College Fair Information Clark Teuscher ’00 Kelli Lucito ’90 10 SJC Unveils New Marketing 24 Faculty Notes Georgia McKim ’89 Campaign and Branding Tagline 25-27 Class Notes Doug Monforton 71 12 Grotto Beautification Project Kris Sakelaris 82 Brian Studebaker '92 13 2003 Summer Camp Information Julie Suhr ’89 Michael Vallone ’60 Student Director Kenneth Shumard ’04 On the Cover: Caryn (Frangella) Torres ’00 is one of SJC’s many successful alumni. Find Director Emeriti out what brought her to us. Philip J. Wilhelm ’63 See story on pages 14 and 15. 2 CONTACT MAGAZINE From the Alumni Association Board President T hese days, almost everything we’ve come to know carries a “tagline”—a catchy phrase that calls the sub¬ ject to mind. Each of us visualizes that certain charge card whenever we hear, “Don’t leave home without it,” and we older folks instinctively recall which brand of coffee is “Good to the last drop”! What do you think of when you hear “Involved For Life”? It probably means nothing to you now, but after reading this issue, you’ll know that this is the newest tagline developed for Saint Joseph’s College. As I reminded my fellow Alumni Board members in a recent letter. Saint Joseph’s has many outstanding qualities that set it apart from other colleges its size. We are Catholic; we are caring; we are community; we are quality; we are affordable; and a host of other reasons why we should take pride in our alma mater, and why potential students should choose Saint Joseph’s College as their college of choice. The problem for SJC is that, despite our many pluses, the story hasn’t been told and hasn’t been heard. That is about to change. For the many lives that Saint Joseph's touches: the lives of students, parents, faculty, staff, friends, as well as alumni, the College promises to be “Involved For Life.” As an alumnus and a parent, I have been involved with SJC for over twenty years. I’ve seen a lot of changes take place on campus and many faces come and go. However, what I haven’t seen change is the College’s spirit; a spirit that is not boastful; a community which is not overbearing; and a caring spirit that is not superficial. If the years between your time in college and your life today have dimmed your memory of those days, I invite you to rekindle those memories and become “Involved For Life.” It’s not too late to show your “Puma Pride,” and never too late to visit the campus, whether it be to attend an event or you happen to be “in the neighborhood.” If you don’t have time to make a personal visit, take a virtual tour on the SJC Web site at www.saintjoe.edu. At the last Alumni Board meeting, members shared an evening meal with the C.PP.S. of the College. At the conclusion of the meal, I was privileged to say a few words about them- an easy task for me. I thanked the good fathers for all they had done for us and prayed that they would take well-deserved pride in what we had become because of them. That is what Saint Joseph’s College is all about, and that is why I encourage each of you Class of 1962 3 SAINT JOSEPH’S COLLEGE T he Business Administration Division, Office of Institutional Advancement and Marketing, and Career Development Center joined forces to host two business networking gatherings: one at the Columbia Club in Indianapolis Trent Smith 94 (January 29th) and Monday’s in Chicago (February 12th). Area alumni were avail- in Indianapolis able to discuss current issues affecting their businesses, industries, and careers as well as meet with students who shared similar interests. Student participation was limited to junior and senior business majors with a 3.0 or higher GPA. They were also asked to submit a resume and complete a formal interview with business faculty. Associate Professor of Management Linda McFarland believes such programs are a perfect complement to the newly created Business Administration major, which will be implemented into SJC’s list of majors for the 2003-04 academic year (see article on page 7). “[SJC’s] philosophy of business education has Business switched from one focused on narrow, specialized majors to one aimed at providing students a broader, critical skills-based Networking program. By holding such events, we can use alumni insights to develop the business curriculum in a way that will best prepare in Chicago and Indianapolis our students for life after college.” Associate Professor of Economics and Finance Michael Oakes added, “So many people had so many fond things to say about the College that it was impossible to come away without a great feeling about what we accomplish here on campus.” Special thanks to Tim ’60, Christopher ’87, and Patrick Downey ’96 for sponsoring the Indianapolis gathering. Washington, D.C. On January 29th, Tom ’65 and Melinda Mooney hosted a reception for 17 alumni at their restau¬ rant, Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub. Guests gathered with their families and President and Mrs. Mills to reminisce about their days at SJC and discuss the current state of the College. Attendees included Joe Alt ’67, David Banks ’02, Tracie Barton ’95, Natalie (Berenda) Bouse ’99, Marty Carroll ’87, Ralph Freibert ’62, James Gordon ’55, Jim Hannon ’60, Denise Hendrick ’72, Lt. Col. Timothy Kirkbride ’77, David Banks 02, Susan Welter 00, Ray Kulla ’68, Lisa (Chesak) Lamarra ’81, and Natalie (Berenda) Bouse ’99 Lina (Chesak) Liberace ’85, Vladimir Pregelj ’53, Pat Reilly ’55, Larry Stark ’57, and Susan Welter ’00. Welter enjoyed the evening. “I especially enjoyed listening to President Mills’ speech. His vision for the College and his obvious ability to deliver on his promises is very impressive,” she said. 4 CONTACT MAGAZINE Saint Joseph's College presents this exciting trip from Chicago Ireland September 12-20, 2003 $1,269 Per person, double occupancy. (Plus government taxes and fees) Join Saint Joseph’s College on this enchanting two-city holiday to Ireland, where 100,000 welcomes await you. See the spectacular coastal terrains, castles, and shamrocks. Experience Ireland’s theatre, music, dining and pubs, and realize that fun and good conversation are the fabric of the country and its people. Experience the western seaside town of Galway, situated on the northern shore of Galway Bay. Its city center is home to narrow streets, carved stone windows, and low-arched doorways that represent a past of Anglo-Norman and Gaelic influences. Waterford is located in the “Sunny Southeast,” the region of Ireland that receives the most amount of sunshine. The Vikings, Normans, and Anglo-Irish have all left their mark on the countryside. One of the most striking features of Waterford is its mile-long quayside lined with blue, yellow, pink, and Included Features: white houses. • Round-trip air transportation Optional excursions are available at an additional cost. • First-class hotels • Buffet breakfast daily For additional information • Luggage handling and all and a color brochure, contact: related tipping Available to GLOBAL HOLIDAYS alumni, their • Professional guide/service, 8000 West 78th Street, Suite 345 and more! families, and Minneapolis, MN 55439-2538 friends. Dates and prices are tentative and 952-918-8950 subject to change. or Toll Free 1-800-842-9023 www.globalholidaysinc.com LITTLE 500 go-kart race April 5th Alumni race: 10:45 a.m Student race: 1:00 p.m. New this year: Electronic scoring! Instead of physically counting each lap finished by each driver, laps will be recorded electronically by transponders, which will be attached to every kart. Those interested in driving in the alumni race can Don’t Miss It! contact Jon Messman ‘90 @219-866-6113. 5 SAINT JOSEPH’S COLLEGE SJC Contributes CAMPUS COMMUNITY RAISES FUNDS Approximately TO ASSIST BELOVED PROFESSOR s Eighty-nine Pounds in Donations to u Sv Covenant House S aint Joseph’s Col¬ lege collected over eighty-nine pounds of toiletries at its eighth an¬ nual Covenant House Students gathered around Assistant Professor of Mathematics Marge Mcllwain at a social held in her Candlelight Vigil for honor on December 17, 2002 F homeless and at-risk or the past seven years, a several people involved in plan¬ children on December 5, Christmastime tradition at ning the social. 2002. The vigil is held in Saint Joseph's College has been 16 cities across North a home-cooked “calculus reunion SJC’s student body raised the dinner” hosted by Assistant Pro¬ capital for Mcllwain’s new America and five out¬ fessor of Mathematics Marge wheels in several ways. Four side the United States. Mcllwain. However, a farming hundred and sixty-four students All donations will be accident last August left “gave up” one of their meals in Mcllwain paralyzed from the SJC’s cafeteria in December sent to Covenant Houses waist down, causing her to take and donated the proceeds to throughout the country. a leave of absence from the Col¬ Mcllwain’s fund, while SJC lege during the fall semester. So, chapters of both the Alpha on December 17th, in place of the Lambda Delta freshman honor SJC President Dr. Ernest calculus reunion, members of the society (for which Mcllwain Mills III was proud of SJC community prepared a special served as advisor) and Fellow¬ the vigil's success. “The gathering for her, offering her ship of Christian Athletes Covenant House Candle¬ cookies, punch, and a check for contributed to the fund through $1,067. The funds will be used to their organizations’ budgets. light Vigil reminds us purchase all-terrain wheels for of our duties to help Mcllwain’s wheelchair, which will “We [the students] knew that others.” allow her to maneuver through faculty and staff were making rougher surfaces with less diffi¬ meals for Marge and things like culty. that, but we wanted to do some¬ thing to help out,” explained “This event allowed the tradition senior Mathematics major Sarah of her calculus reunion dinner to Hachey, the student coordinator continue, even if it wasn’t carried for the gathering. on in the traditional way,” com¬ mented Director of Academic Mcllwain returned to the class¬ Services Stacey Russo, one of room for the winter semester. 6 CONTACT MAGAZINE SJC SJC Brings New Revamps Business Life to Deteriorating Administration Division Ecosystems T In August 2003, the Business Administration Division will bring he Biology and Environ¬ forth improved majors, minors, and courses. The majors mental Science Depart¬ include Accounting, Accounting with a CPA Track, Business ments at SJC have recently Administration, and Management Information Systems. New joined forces to carry out the minors include Human Resource Management, Business Prairie and Wetland Restora¬ Administration, and Accounting. tion Project. The project will “Today, there are many challenges in business that require stu¬ target approximately thirty- dents to have a broader base of knowledge than ever before,” five acres of land from areas said Associate Professor of Marketing and Management and of Lake Banet, meadowland Department Chairperson Linda McFarland. “We are changing near SJC’s wastewater the program to expose students to that broader knowledge base. treatment plant, and several Students will be more cross-functional in the approach they cornfields on College property. have in business problems.” Associate Professor of Biol¬ A unique element of the Business Administration major, the ogy and Environmental Division’s newest program, is a junior-year course entitled, Science and Project Coordi¬ “The Crucible.” “The Crucible” is a hands-on course that nator Bob Brodman has divides students into “businesses”; with their “co-workers,” already begun work on the they will be challenged to study specific businesses and solve project with several students possible problems actual businesses may face. from last semester’s Envi¬ As with every major at SJC, students majoring in Business ronmental Systems class, Administration will begin courses in their major as early as the performing tests on the first semester of his/her freshman year. “[The new program] designated sites and conduct¬ means your business studies are spread out over all four years,” ing research to monitor their said Associate Professor of Economics and Finance Michael progress. “Our goal is to Oakes. “You get time to let tough material and concepts sink provide habitats that wildlife in. By your senior year, you’re starting job interviews with a can use, and a place where maturity and business perspective we think no students from students can learn and other business programs can match.” conduct studies about the environment,” he explained. The project, which will take approximately ten to fifteen years to complete, is cur¬ rently being financed through grants from the NiSource Environmental Challenge Fund and the U.S. Wildlife Service. Funds will be used to purchase neces¬ Associate Professor of Management and Marketing Linda McFarland and Associate Professor of Economics and sary provisions and employ Finance Michael Oakes additional workers as needed. Story written by Publications and Media Relations Assistant Maura Giles ’02 7 SAINT JOSEPH’S COLLEGE M any institutions have authentic United States flags. However, s not all of them have ones that were flown over the White u p House. m a Members of the College Democrats and College Republicans, SJC’s C political organizations, were proud to present SJC President Ernest Mills III with a flag not only received from U.S. Capitol headquarters, but flown on the Political Clubs Band Together feast day of Saint Gaspar (October 21st). to Obtain U.S. Flag from the Brian Eddy ’02, who graduated from SJC White House in December and is the former president of the College Republicans, explained that the idea to obtain such a flag came to him last fall. “In one of our meetings, I brought forth the idea of purchasing a U.S. flag flown over the Capitol and then donating it to SJC,” he said. “I desired for the College Republicans to leave a mark on campus to signify that we care wholeheartedly about SJC.” After the idea was approved, the College Republicans contacted the College Democrats for additional support, and the organizations purchased the flag together for a minima] cost. At Eddy’s request, the flag was flown on Saint Gaspar’s feast day, and members of both clubs presented Mills with the flag before the start of the winter semester. Caleb Kopczyk, the current College Republicans president, believes the flag’s presence will promote feelings of patriotism and unity on campus. “By having a flag flown over the Capitol it shows that, to the United States, everyone matters,” he said. Shakespeare Revived at SJC F rom January 30th-February 1st, the Columbian Play¬ ers of Saint Joseph’s College performed William Shakespeare’s classic comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the first Shakespearean play produced at SJC since the 1960’s. The story involves lovers, fairies, and amateur actors who are brought together in unusual ways through one fairy’s mischief making. Professor of English John Groppe was delighted with the show. “The set and costumes immediately set the mood, and everyone seemed quite at home on the Members of the fairy court (Back row to front, left to right) stage,” he said. “The action was sprightly and convinc¬ Monica Beason, Sarah Bozenda, Jean Monfort, Julianne ing and funny.” Adams, Rachel Lancaster, and Nicole Harris 8 CONTACT MAGAZINE Look for SJC at a College Fair Near You * For a complete list, contact the Admissions Office at 800-447-8781. State Location Date Time IL Jerseyville Area College Night 3/11 6:15-8:15 p.m. IL Brother Rice High School 3/17 8:45-9:45 a.m. IL Loyola Academy 3/18 11:00-12:45 p.m. IL Prairie Ridge High School 3/18 6:30-8:30 p.m. IL St. Rita High School 3/19 8:05-9:20 a.m. IL Marist High School 3/19 10:30-12:00 p.m. IL Rockford College 3/19 6:30-8:30 p.m. IL Marian Catholic High School 3/20 10:15-12:30 p.m. IL Oaklawn High School 3/20 10:45-12:45 p.m. IL Mount Zion 3/20 7:00-8:30 p.m. IL College of Lake County 3/27 6:00-8:30 p.m. IL Barrington High School 4/07 7:30-9:00 p.m. IL Lyons Township High School 4/09 7:00-9:00 p.m. IL Glenbrook Area College Night 4/10 6:30-8:45 p.m. IL St. Charles East High School 4/16 7:00-9:00 p.m. IN Carroll High School 3/18 6:00-8:00 p.m. IN Homestead High School 3/19 6:00-7:30 p.m. IN Highland High School 3/19 6:30-8:30 p.m. IN Arsenal Technical High School 3/27 8:30-1:30 p.m. IN Lowell High School 4/15 6:30-8:00 p.m. IN Northwest High School 4/23 8:00-11:10 a.m. IN Logansport High School 4/23 9:00-3:00 p.m. MI Lawrence Technological University 3/25 6:30-8:30 p.m. MI Washtenaw CC College Fair 4/07 10:30-3:00 p.m. MI Pioneer High School 4/07 6:00-8:00 p.m. MI Cass Technical High School 4/08 9:00-12:00 p.m. MI University Liggett School 4/08 6:30-8:30 p.m. MI Detroit NACAC College Fair 4/10 9:00-12:00 p.m. & 6:30-8:30 p.m. MO Maryville University 4/27 12:00-4:00 p.m. MO Rockhurst High School 5/06 7:00-9:00 p.m. OH Cleveland State University 4/27 1:00-4:00 p.m. SJC FAST FACTS • In a recent poll, students spent nearly seven thousand volunteer hours in community service throughout one semester. • The five most popular majors are Biology-Chemistry, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Education, and Business Administration. • Students secure internships with high-profile companies and organizations such as American Institute of Toxicology Laboratories, Chicago Board of Trade, Disney World, Eli Lilly, FOX Television, the National Security Agency, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and the U.S. Supreme Court. 9 SAINT JOSEPH’S COLLEGE 5 ! A *7 New Tagline and Marketing Campaign UNVEILED R T • Campus-wide celebration held X on February 4-5th E T he STAMATS Marketing Committee was formed last spring and immediately received a marketing mandate from President Mills: Increase full-time enrollment to 900 by a ! combination of recruitment and retention by fall 2005. A Boldly accepting the challenge, the Marketing Brand Marketing Committee divided into four subcommittees: The STAMATS Way ™ Internal Image, External Image, Retention, and R Recruitment. These sub-committees continue to More than a look, logo, or let¬ examine issues that will be critical to reaching the terhead, a brand is a promise T mandate’s goal. Reaching that goal requires the that you make—and strive to cooperation and understanding of the SJC keep—to your most important X community-at-large. All must know the “product” and audiences. There are four steps believe in the “brand.” to building a successful brand E To that end, the Marketing Committee pondered the that is relevant, remembered, and repeated. brand promise of SJC and readily concluded that “Saint Joseph’s College is the Catholic liberal arts Make a promise that matters. college for students who want to get involved early and often while in college.” The campus community Communicate your promise. gathered on February 4-5th to celebrate the Live your promise. unveiling of the new tagline and marketing campaign that will appear throughout the state of Indiana on Strengthen your promise. billboards, theatre screens, mall kiosks, and radio stations. One of three billboards that will appear in select markets throughout Indiana 10 CONTACT MAGAZINE