November 1,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

LOCAL STUDENT INDUCTED INTO HONORARY SOCIETY

Erin Beardsley, of North Huntington, a student at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania,
was recently inducted into Psi Chi, the National Psychology Honorary Society. Administered by
the American Psychological Association, the honorary society recognizes students for their
outstanding academic achievement in psychology coursework.
Krista is a participant with forensic psychology research group and a peer mentor. She is
the daughter of Kerry Beardsley and Mary Ann Beardsley.

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November 2,1999

NEWS ADVISORY:

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will hold a news conferenee on Wednesday,
November 3,1999, at 10 a.m. at Edinboro University in Erie - the Porreco Center, to annoimce a
major award to Edinboro’s Counseling and Human Development Department. The Pennsylvania
Counseling Association has given Edinboro its highest award.
In addition to announcing the award, the University will highlight the many
accomplishments of the department in the past year. Department chairperson Dr. Salene Cowher
and others involved with the program will be on hand and available for interviews with the
media.
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November 3,1999

NEWS ADVISORY

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will host an open house for its graduate programs
on Sunday, November 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Edinboro University in Erie - the Porreco Center.
Also, Edinboro will host a series of graduate socials that provide an opportunity to meet our
students and faculty from counseling and our other graduate programs. These socials will be held
in the evening, Monday through Thursday, November 8 to 11, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the third
floor atrium of the University Center.
For more information, call 732-2856, or toll-free (888) 845-2890.

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Office of Public Relations and Publications
Edinboro, PA 16444
(814) 732-2745 or 2929
Fax (814) 732-2621

November 3,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
EDINBORO’S COUNSELING EDUCATION PROGRAM
RECEIVES HIGHEST AWARD

The Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA) has presented its Outstanding
Counselor Preparation Program Award to Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The award was
presented to Dr. Salene Cowher, chairperson of Edinboro’s counseling and human development
department at the PCA’s annual dinner in Harrisburg on October 23.
Making the presentation was Dr. Gordon Spice from the University of Pittsburgh who
said the award was made in recognition of Edinboro’s many accomplishments during the past
year:
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In April, the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational
Programs (CACREP) accredited two of the department’s programs - school
counseling and student affairs practice in higher education. Both were approved for
seven years, which is the maximum period given by CACREP.

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In July, the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) reaccredited the
rehabilitation counselor education program for eight years.

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Edinboro also established a doctoral program in developmental psychology with the
University of Pittsburgh.

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Edinboro this year began a graduate program in community counseling.

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Edinboro serves as a site for the National Counselor Examination.

“This is a prestigious award which is not given every year,” said PCA President Minna
Davis of Marywood College. “It acknowledges that Edinboro’s program is among the best in the
Pennsylvania - the creme de la creme.”
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Dr. Cowher gave credit for the award to the department’s faculty, whom she called
strong, energetic and dedicated, and to its graduates and current students. Cowher said
enrollment in the department is more than 200 and growing. Perhaps the most telling barometer
of the program’s success is the nearly 100 percent placement rate of its graduates.
But it is the CACREP accreditation that is most important to the program. There are only
four other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania with accredited programs in school
coimseling, and only one other school with accreditation in student affairs (college counseling
and practice). At the time accreditation was granted this spring, CACREP executive director
Carol L. Bobby said, “Programs receiving accredited status for a seven-year period deserve to be
commended for the work that was completed throughout the accreditation process. This is a
worthy achievement.”
Cowher said accreditation makes a real difference to Edinboro graduates. “It enhances
marketability for jobs, entrance into doctoral study, and opportunities for licensure,” said
Cowher. “Employees are more likely to hire those who have graduated from an accredited
school.”
Accreditation looks at many areas of a program including expertise of faculty, placement
rate of its graduates, field experience for its students; and curriculum. Graduates of the program
are in constant demand and work in such national institutions as Carnegie Mellon University,
Cornell University and the University of Pittsburgh.

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Edinboro, PA 16444
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November 4,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY PRESENTS FAIR FOR SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATORS

The Center for Excellence in Teaching at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is
sponsoring a Social Studies Resource Fair for educators on Wednesday, November 10, from 3:30
to 6:30 p.m. at the Erie Maritime Museum. The event is sponsored by the Museum and Edinboro
University of Pennsylvania’s Institute for Curriculum, Instruction and Collaboration, which is
part of the Center for Excellence in Teaching.
Highlights will include projects, presentations, community resources and activities that
educators can implement in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. Discover the many
educational resources available to expand the social studies curriculum from field trip sites,
innovative lessons plans, historical re-enactment groups, area archeology, to folk dancing and
much more.
The theme of this year’s fair is “Making Social Studies Come Alive.” All participants are
encouraged to bring three copies of a social studies lesson plan and exchange them for other
lesson plans. For additional information, call Edinboro University’s Center for Excellence in
Teaching at (814) 732-2916 or 2953.
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November 8,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

FORMER GOVERNOR LEADER HONORED BY EDINBORO UNIVERSITY

Former Pennsylvania Governor George Leader was honored by Edinboro University of
Pennsylvania recently when it renamed a clinic in recognition of his lifelong dedication to
helping those with disabilities. The Leader Clinic, which has been in existence since 1961, was
renamed the Governor George Leader Speech and Hearing Center. Leader, 83, served as
governor from 1955 to 1959.
“There were two things we thought very few people here on campus recognized about the
building,” said Dr. Roy Shinn, director of the speech-language pathology graduate program.
“We, first off, wanted to let people know what the ‘Leader’ stood for.
“Secondly, the word clinic is just not the term that is often used at places like this,” said
Shinn “Many students have often mislabeled Leader Clinic as being just another health center
on campus. With the name change, people will be well aware of what the building is used for.
“Now when students, parents, patients, and faculty walk into the building, they’ll see a
wooden plaque with a picture and a quote honoring Governor Leader,” Shinn said.
The quote on the plaque reads: “Every child, no matter what their talents or disability,
deserves an education that will permit them to achieve the zenith of their potential.”
During the rededication ceremony. Leader praised the many individuals who have
educated students and the students themselves who, in turn, educate others and provide muchneeded services for our citizens.
Leader stressed the importance of continuing to strive for more excellence in our life’s
work. He emphasized the value of working with individuals in all capacities of life, that we
should never consider a job complete, and we should continue to make the project or program
better. He stressed the significance of giving to our community, helping those individuals less
fortunate who desperately need support - not only financially, but also spiritually.
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During his tenure as governor and for many years since his term of office, one of
Governor Leader’s many initiatives has been to address the needs of children with disabilities.
Because of the successful speech-language hearing disorders program established during
the early 1950s, Leader Clinic was established to further accommodate the needs of testing
speech and hearing defects, personality disorders, and other disabilities. Over the years, hundreds
of Edinboro graduates have successfully completed this program.
In 1974, responding to the need for graduates to continue their studies at the master’s
level, the speech-language pathology graduate program was initiated and has since received
accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language
Pathology. Since then, more than 250 students have earned their master’s degrees and gone on to
successful professional careers in hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, agencies, universities
and private practices around the country.
Each year, approximately 150 outstanding students from throughout the world apply to
this competitive two-year program, and only 20 are selected. Upon graduation, students must
pass a national examination in speech-language pathology in order to become licensed and
nationally certified. Edinboro University graduates have been rated above the national average
for certification.
Two graduates of the program who received recognition during the ceremony were
Andrea Novak (’95) and Patricia Schaal (’78). Both were awarded the University’s first “Alumni
on the Move” award. Initiated by Edinboro President Frank G. Pogue last year, the award
program provides an opportunity for the University to recognize alumni who are making great
strides or realizing major accomplishments in their careers and/or personal lives.
Another initiative associated with the speech and communications studies department is
the establishment of the Governor George Leader Scholarship. Proceeds from the annual
Speech-Language and Hearing conferences have been used to fund this scholarship program,
along with donations from alumni, friends, grants, auctions, and other fund-raising events.
Through his deep religious beliefs. Governor Leader has dedicated his life to the causes
of education, special education, people with disabilities and many societal needs. He continues to
interact and work with people from all walks of life every day and hopes to do so for many more
years to come.

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Edinboro President Frank Pogue and former Pennsylvania Governor George Leader stand beside
the plaque that was unveiled at the renaming of the Governor George Leader Speech and
Hearing Center. The plaque reads: “Every child, no matter what their talents or disability,
deserves an education that will nermit them to achieve the zenith of their potential.”

Sandy Rossi, center, executive director of the Crawford County United Way, receives a $250 check from
Local 2329 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, (AFSCME) at Edinboro
University of Pennsylvania. Presenting the check are Elaine Hanks, left, president of Local 2329, and Julie
Dell, treasurer. The AFSCME local makes a contribution annually to the United Way. A similar check was
presented to Alan Perez, president and chief professional officer of the United Way of Erie County.

General McLane High School sophomore Matthew Beckman,
(middle,) holds the plaque dedicating the newly renovated courtyard
in the Miller Research Learning Center at Edinboro University of
Pennsylvania. Beckman redesigned and replanted the courtyard as
his Eagle Scout project. Pictured with Beckman are his parents,
Edinboro professors Marian and Donald Beckman. With the assistance
of his father, Matthew built raised flowerbeds, benches, a hexagon planter
with seating, a recirculating waterfall, and two standing science
centers. Also assisting were Edinboro students and Miller School
students, parents and staff.

November 8,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

EDINBORO SCIENTISTS IDENTIFY NEW SPECIES OF EXTINCT LOBSTER

Two professors from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania have identified and named a
new genus and species of clawed lobster that was found in 70 million-year-old limestone
formations in the Netherlands known as the Upper Cretaceous Maastricht formation. Dale
Tshudy, from Edinboro’s geosciences department, and Ulf Sorhannus, from the biology
department, have written a paper that will be published in the March issue of the Journal of
Paleontology.
The extinct fossil lobster, which Tshudy named Jagtia kunradensis, lived in warm,
shallow seas, and is interpreted as ancestral to certain modem lobster genera inhabiting very deep
cold waters.

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Members of the Erie City and County Millennium Commission unveil the new logo for
“Together 2000,” the county-wide celebration of the arrival of the new millennium that will
begin with First Night Erie 2000. From left, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania President
Dr. Frank G. Pogue, Millermium Commission chair; Gloria Knox; Erie Mayor Joyce Savocchio;
Karen Kraus Phillips; Thomas Hagen; Ed Kissell; Jim Rutkowski, Jr.; Attorney Phil Friedman;
Dr. Mark Levine; Virginia McGarvey; Alan Perez; Laurie Eaton; R. Benjamin Wiley; Rita
Cappello; Edna Schwenk; and Marlene Mosco. Not pictured are Millermium Commission
members Rabbi Leonard Lifshin, Dr. John Lilley, Erie County Executive Judy Lynch,
Sr. Catherine Maiming, William Morgenstem, Paul “Hoop” Roche, and Msgr. David Rubino.
The Together 2000 millermium initiative hopes to inspire community activism and involvement
in building better communities and a better future. The commission is asking organizations,
communities, neighborhoods and citizens to propose projects for designation as Together 2000
initiatives. Selected projects will be recognized and promoted throughout the millermium.

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November 9,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

MEDIA ADVISORY

The Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Highland Ambassadors will hold their Second
Annual Dinner for Professional Development on Friday, November 12, 6-8 p.m., in Van Houten
Dining Hall’s University Club on the Edinboro campus.
The dinner is being sponsored by General Electric Transportation Systems, the Edinboro
University Alumni Association, and the Office of the President of Edinboro University.
The dinner program will feature an address on “Global Business Etiquette” by John
Davem, manager of human resources at General Electric Transportation Systems in Erie, and a
presentation on “Fine Dining Tips” by Ms. Nancy Mihalovic, former coordinator at Edinboro
University in Erie - The Porreco Center. Now retired, she serves as a manners and etiquette
consultant in Athens, Ga.
Edinboro students selected to be Highland Ambassadors represent the University and its
students by serving the institution and local communities in a variety of ways. Their activities
center on service opportunities and are designed to enhance the educational and social
experience of members, as well as provide for important networking and personal growth
opportunities through meaningful involvement in the life of the University.
Emily Sinsabaugh, executive assistant to Edinboro University President Frank G. Pogue,
and Janet Bowker, Edinboro’s director of alumni affairs, are co-advisers to the Highland
Ambassadors.
More than 100 students, faculty, staff and guests are expected to attend Friday’s dinner
and seminar, which includes a formal five-coiirse dinner with instructions on proper dining
behavior throughout the meal on such fine points as napkin etiquette, passing food and making
toasts, among others.
Media coverage is invited.
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November 9,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

EDUCATION WEEK ACTIVITIES PLANNED AT EDINBORO

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will celebrate American Education Week,
November 14-20, with the theme “Students Today, Leaders Tomorrow.” Edinboro’s Center for
Excellence in Teaching will sponsor a weeklong program of events:

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November 16-18, apples will be distributed to students in Butterfield Hall.

•

November 17, the Center for Excellence in Teaching will host an open house for students,
faculty and staff Also, a panel of Edinboro faculty and staff will sponsor a luncheon for
faculty on the subject of technology issues.

•

Copies of Tips for Teachers, Volume 7 will be distributed to imdergraduate education
majors.

“Teaching is a complicated process,” said Dr. Peggy Bevevino, co-director of the Center
for Excellence in Teaching. “Parents and communities expect teachers to equip their students for
future challenges while also safeguarding them fi"om the dangers reported in the newspapers
every day. The reality is that a child’s education today demands that teachers, parents and the
commimity join together to nurture these future leaders.”
The theme reflects the fact that today’s schools do more than teach basic skills. They
nurture and inspire children. They help to develop young minds and equip students with the
skills for leadership in the 2L‘ century.
“As we interact with these young people,” adds co-director Dr. Donald Sheehy, “we need
to keep in mind that they will be making the decisions that will affect all of our lives tomorrow.”

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FOR RELEASE AT 3:30 p.m., Monday, November 15, 1999

HOLLMAN ERA ENDS AT EDINBORO

Tom Hollman will be stepping down at the end of this year as Edinboro University of
Permsylvania’s head football coach.
His cnrrent contract expires on December 31, and the University will not be seeking its
renewal.
Tom Hollman has brought a great deal of pride and character to the Fighting Scots
football program. His record in 12 seasons of 78 wins, 49 losses and two ties makes him the alltime winningest coach in Edinboro football history.
That record includes five NCAA Division II playoff appearances - firsts for Edinboro
football - consistent ranking in national polls, and two PSAC titles, in 1989 and 1995.
Following the 1989 season, his second at Edinboro, he was selected as PSAC-West
Coach of the Year, and was honored by the American Football Coaches Association as the top
coach in the East Region.
“Edinboro University is grateful to Tom Hollman for his dedication to his profession
and for the many outstanding student-athletes he has coached and taught and led by example.
We wish him well in his future endeavors,” said Athletic Director Bruce Baumgartner.
A search and screening committee will be appointed shortly by President Frank G.
Pogue, and a national search for a successor head football coach will begin immediately
thereafter. We will be looking for a head coach who can provide leadership in one of the
University’s key athletic areas, and we hope to have that individual named and in place by
January 22, 2000.
To allow for continuity of the program and the seamless transition of leadership, the six
assistant football coaches were offered the option of letting their contracts expire concurrently
with Coach Hollman’s, or the choice of a six-week continuity extension of their contracts until

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February 11, next year. This will allow interim staff coverage until the new head coach arrives,
as well as give the new coach the opportunity to review the program and staffing needs.
The assistant coaches were informed that they may reapply for coaching vacancies in
the football program.
During the transition period. Athletic Director Bruce Baumgartner will be responsible
for general oversight of Edinboro University’s football program.
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November 15,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE;

LEADERSHIP REACTION COURSE DEDICATED AT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, in conjunction with the Erie/Meadville Partnership
Program sponsored by the State System of Higher Education and Edinboro’s ROTC program,
has unveiled its new Leader Reaction Course at ribbon-cutting ceremonies on the Edinboro
campus. The course features two modules designed to develop a number of leadership and
teamwork skills for students.
The plans for the course were obtained from the Army’s infantry school in Ft. Benning,
Georgia. The modules were competed by the end of June and were first used by high school
students taking part in the Erie-Meadville Partnership during the summer. The University’s
Highland Ambassadors made use of it in August when they came on campus for training before
the start of school. Other groups can schedule the Leader Reaction Course by contacting the dean
of academic services at 732-2167.
“It’s a form of high adventure training,” said Maj. William H. Montgomery, III.
The Leader Reaction Course will be made available to the Junior ROTC programs at East
and Strong Vincent high schools in Erie, and the AFROTC program at McDowell High School.
The University sees it as an opportunity to bring more high school students to campus, but also
as good training for life.
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Members of the Edinboro University ROTC program pose in front of its recently completed
leadership reaction course. From left are Capt. E. J. Rusk, Jonathan P. Preteroti, Cansonsburg,
Michael D. Wroblewski, Wattsburg, Rebekah S. Henn, Mercer, Donald L. Braden, Cranesville,
Yahmin N. Norwood, Philadelphia, Msg. Ben Torres, and Maj. William H. Montgomery III.

Maj. William H. Montgomery III, and Dr. Robert Weber, Edinboro University’s provost and vice
president for academic affairs, cut the ribbon at dedication ceremonies for the ROTC’s leadership
reaction course.

Cadets from Edinboro University’s ROTC program demonstrate teamwork on one of the two
modules of the new leadership reaction course.

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania President Dr. Frank Pogue (left) and Edinboro Agway
Store owner Bob Fritz view the new “Welcome to Edinboro — Home of Edinboro University
sign that now graces the west outside wall of the Agway building on Route 6N in Edinboro.
“Our building was recently re-painted and we thought we would show people coming into town
just how proud and pleased we are to have Edinboro University in our community,” said Fritz.

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November 17, 1999

William A. Reed, Jr.
Assistant Vice President for Media and
Community Relations
Edinboro, PA 16444
(814) 732-2745 or 2929
Fax (814) 732-2621

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

SPECIAL FOR “LIFESTYLE” DECEMBER 1999 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Sounds and sights: The Mannheim Steamroller Christmas sets holiday sounds to laser
light at the Edinboro University planetarium, 7 p.m., Dec. 2 and again on Dec. 9 and 16.
Call 732-2493 for reservations.

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Just like the Met: Edinboro University’s Opera Workshop presents Giacomo Puccini’s
one-act opera, Gianni Schicchi, 8 p.m., on Dec. 3 and again at 2 p.m., on Dec. 5. Call the
Music Dept, at 732-2555.

3

Teaching teachers: Inclusion Workshop for Secondary School Teachers at Edinboro
University in Erie - The Porreco Center. Call Extended Learning to register, 836-1955.

6

Cultural tradition: Edinboro University will recognize the harvest celebration of
Kwanzaa, which in Swahili means “first fi-uits,” at 6 p.m., in the University Center
Multipurpose Room. Call 732-2768.

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Ship ahoy: Take the state’s Boating Safety Education Certificate examination at
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center, 6 to 9 p.m. Call Extended Learning at
836-1955 to register.

8

Goodwill to all: Dr. and Mrs. Frank Pogue host the 1999 Edinboro Family Holiday
Gathering, 3 p.m., in the University Center. Performances by the University’s Jazz
Ensemble, String Ensemble, and the United Voices of Edinboro Choir begin at 4 p.m.
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“LIFESTYLE” DECEMBER, Continued

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Artists three: Exhibition of eeramics, sculpture, metals, paintings and prints by
Pittsburgh artists Patricia Bellan-Gillen, Carol Kumata and Joseph Mannino opens in
Edinboro University’s Bruce Gallery and continues through Jan. 20. Call 732-2513 for
Gallery hours.

10

Star trekking: Edinboro University presents the Ultimate Starstruck: Interactive Video &
Digital Imaging Show, 6 p.m. to midnight. University Center Multipurpose Room. Call
732-2768.

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Get yoiuself seaworthy: Learn to operate a personal watercraft in a three-session, statecertified Basic Boating Course, Dec 14,15 and 16, at Edinboro University in Erie - The
Porreco Center. Call Extended Learning at 836-1955 to register.

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William A. Reed, Jr.
Assistant Vice President for Media and
Community Relations
Edinboro, PA 16444
(814) 732-2745 or 2929
Fax (814) 732-2621

November 19, 1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY TO PRESENT CORPORATE IDENTITY

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will welcome alumnus Brian Cubamey (class of
1992) back to its campus on Tuesday, November 23, for a graphic design presentation on
corporate identity at 10:30 a.m. in 118 Doucette Hall.
Cubamey is the owner of Clear Partners Design Firm and is also an adjunct professor of
design at La Roche College, both in Pittsburgh. Prior to forming Clear Partners, he was senior
designer at BD&E in Pittsburgh where he was responsible for planning, design and project
management. He also held design positions for the international advertising agency Della Femina
McNamee and John Brady Design Consultants.
Cubamey’s professional experience includes design and management of corporate
identity programs and annual reports for clients such as Banco Popular de Puerto Rico,
Enermetrix.com, Federated Investors, Heritage Valley Health System, Mellon Bank,
MotivePower Industries, Michael Baker Corporation and Questeq. In addition, his work has been
published and is recognized by the American Institute of Graphic Arts.
The presentation is free and open to the public. For additional information, call the
Edinboro University art department at 732-2406.

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November 22, 1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

BARER GHOSHEH RECEIVES GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY RECOGNITION

The Pennsylvania Geographical Society has recognized Dr. Baher Ghosheh for his
outstanding work in the teaching of geography at the university level. Ghosheh is a professor in
the geosciences department at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. In making the award, the
Society cited Ghosheh’s “development of exemplary geography curriculum materials.”
A native of Jerusalem, Ghosheh has visited 45 countries and 39 states. Most recently, he
spent ten weeks in Malaysia and Singapore this year under a Fulbright Award. In 1996-97, he
taught courses on economic development and international business at the Miyazaki International
College in Japan. He is fluent in Arabic and is knowledgeable in Japanese, Spanish and Hebrew.
Ghosheh holds a Ph.D. in international trade/comparative economic development,
master’s degrees in geography and political science, a graduate certificate in international’ trade,
and a bachelor’s degree in political science.
Dunng his career, Ghosheh has received many honors and awards. He was a finalist for
“Educator of the Year” in 1997 and 1998 at Edinboro University and was named to “Who’s
Who Among International Scholars in North America.” He was nominated for the Joseph Katz
Distinguished Professor Award and the CASE Professor of the Year National Award. This month
he served as a judge for the fourth year in a row for the Erie Geography championship.
Ghosheh has authored numerous articles including seven stories written for the Erie
Times-News between March and September of 1996 - primarily about Japanese culture. His most
recent works include “Common Myths About the Middle East” for Comparand Culture
Journal, and “Hong Kong is where East meets West,” for Focus the magazine of the American
Geographical Society.
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November 22,1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

WORLD AIDS DAY BENEFIT DINNER SET FOR EDINBORO UNIVERSITY

Edinboro University of Permsylvania will host a‘World AIDS Day Benefit Dinner on
Wednesday, December 1, at 5 p.m. in Van Houten Dining Hall’s University Club. All proceeds
from the $15 per plate dinner will benefit the HIV/AIDS Outreach Ministry.
The dinner’s keynote speaker will be AIDS educator Kelly C. Barclay, director of
education for the Independent Insurance Agents of Pennsylvania. She has also served as
HIV/AIDS information specialist for the South Central AIDS Assistance Network.
The Dinner is sponsored by the Edinboro University Student Government Association,
the AIDS Awareness Planning Committee, the Erie County Department of Health, and Wood
Food Service Management.
For more information call Dr. Jan Kinch at 732-2981.

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November 22, 1999

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT JAMES BARKER TO BE HONORED AT EDINBORO

On Saturday, December 18, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will present the
honorary degree. Doctor of Public Service, to Dr. James E. Barker during the University’s
winter Commencement ceremony.
Barker has served as superintendent of schools for the School District of the City of Erie
since 1993. During that time, he has initiated a number of outstanding programs in the School
District, including “Redesigning for Success,” a comprehensive revision of curriculum,
professional development and programs with the Erie Public Schools; the “Academic Sports
League” which uses the academic areas of content and the proven structure of athletics to
provide students with an opportunity to train, practice, discuss and research various topics; inclass technology integration in 20 schools in the District; elementary foreign language program
in grades k-8; multicultural education and sensitivity training; and the “Student-to-Student
Mentoring Program” which was recognized by President Bush as a “Point of Light.”
Barker received his bachelor’s degree in biology and psychology and his master’s in
special education/school psychology from Kent State University, before earning an advanced
degree in school psychology and completing several post-master’s certification programs at
Edinboro University. He earned a superintendent’s letter of eligibility from the University of
Pittsburgh, and a doctorate in educational leadership and administration from the Teachers
College of Columbia University.
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Superintendent Barker has attended the Pa. Academy for the Profession of Teaching
Urban Scholars, and was one of two individuals appointed by the Governor to participate in the
Pioneering Partners Advisory Council, an eight-state consortium to infuse technology into
schools. He was selected to participate in a White House ceremony honoring domestic service
programs in recognition of the Erie School District’s Student-to-Student Mentoring Program.
Approximately 689 students will receive associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees
from Edinboro University President Frank G. Pogue at Commencement. The ceremony will be
held at 1:00 p.m., in the University’s McComb Fieldhouse.
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November 22,1999

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SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT JAMES BARKER TO BE HONORED AT EDINBORO

On Saturday, December 18, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania will present the
honorary degree. Doctor of Public Service, to Dr. James E. Barker during the University’s
winter Commencement ceremony.
Barker has served as superintendent of schools for the School District of the City of Erie
since 1993. During that time, he has initiated a number of outstanding programs in the School
District, including “Redesigning for Success,” a comprehensive revision of curriculum,
professional development and programs with the Erie Public Schools; the “Academic Sports
League” which uses the academic areas of content and the proven structure of athletics to
provide students with an opportunity to train, practice, discuss and research various topics; inclass technology integration in 20 schools in the District; elementary foreign language program
in grades k-8; multicultural education and sensitivity training; and the “Student-to-Student
Mentoring Program” which was recognized by President Bush as a “Point of Light.”
Barker received his bachelor’s degree in biology and psychology and his master’s in
special education/school psychology from Kent State University, before earning an advanced
degree in school psychology and completing several post-master’s certification programs at
Edinboro University. He earned a superintendent’s letter of eligibility from the University of
Pittsburgh, and a doctorate in educational leadership and administration from the Teachers
College of Columbia University.
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Superintendent Barker has attended the Pa. Academy for the Profession of Teaching
Urban Scholars, and was one of two individuals appointed by the Governor to participate in the
Pioneering Partners Advisory Council, an eight-state consortium to infuse technology into
schools. He was selected to participate in a White House ceremony honoring domestic service
programs in recognition of the Erie School District’s Student-to-Student Mentoring Program.
Approximately 689 students will receive associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees
from Edinboro University President Frank G. Pogue at Commencement. The ceremony will be
held at 1:00 p.m., in the University’s McComb Fieldhouse.

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November 23,1999

NEWS ADVISORY:

PROJECT HERO

Allegheny College, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, and Mercyhurst College will
hold a joint reception on Monday, November 29,1999 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Edinboro
University in Erie - The Porreco Center, to publicly thank everyone who supported Project
HERO. The Presidents of the three schools - Dr. Richard Cook, Dr. Frank Pogue and Dr.
William Garvey - are expected to speak about the accomplishments of their institutions in
support of Project HERO. That part of the event will begin around 5:15 p.m. Media are invited to
attend. Also expected to speak will be representatives of the American Red Cross and the
International Institute of Erie.
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November 30,1999

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ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO NICOLAS CHYLINSKI

The Erie Engineering Societies Council (EESC) has awarded one of the first annual
Robert Gray Technology/Engineering Scholarships to Nicolas P. Chylinski, a sophomore at
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The son of Frank and Belle Chylinski of Fairview,
Nicholas is in his second year of Edinboro’s manufacturing engineering technology program. He
has a 3.69 grade point average and is an apprentice toolmaker.
Fr. Fredrick Bentley, a technology education teacher in the Harbor Creek School District,
presented the $665 scholarship check to Chylinski at Edinboro University. The award will also
be presented to students at Triangle Technical Institute and Penn State University.
The EESC scholarship is named in honor of Robert Beckwith Gray, who lived and
worked in New York and the Erie area for most of his life. A 1934 graduate of Cornell
University, Gray worked at a number of companies during his career, the most notable of which
was Erie Resistor. He was active for many years in engineering and technical societies including
EESC and the American Association of Physics Teachers.
Memorial contributions may be made by check to the Robert B. Gray Scholarship
Foundation, c/o Rudy Koehle, Erie Engineering Societies Council, 930 W. 10* Street, Erie, PA
16502.
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Fr. Fredrick Bentley, a technology education teacher in the Harbor Creek School District,
presents a scholarship check to Nicolas Chylinski of Fairview, a student in the manufacturing
engineering technology program at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The Robert Gray
Technology/Engineering Scholarship is from the Erie Engineering Societies Coimcil. Looking
on is Edinboro physics and technology professor Pete Matthews, who heads the manufacturing
engineering technology program.

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November 30,1999

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EDINBORO UNIVERSITY TO BEGIN MAJOR CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

Students, employees, and visitors driving onto the Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
campus next year can pretty much give their left turn signals a rest.
Beginning in January 2000 and continuing until construction crews complete their work,
the main campus roadways - Scotland Road and Scot Circle - will be converted to a one-way,
counterclockwise traffic flow.
The change in the traffic pattern is part of an estimated $4 million campus infrastructure
renewal project that will include improvement of water lines, sewer lines and roadways. The
work may last until September 2000.
“The project will include installation of new water lines, replacement of sewer lines, and
construction of a new sewage lift (pump) station, as well as repaving campus roads,” said Bill
Coleman, Edinboro University’s assistant vice president for facilities.
“An additional parking lot will also be constructed between Scot Road and the current
lakefront lot,” Coleman said.
University officials are asking students, faculty and staff to make note of the change and
allow sufficient time to reach their destinations.
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Elaine Hanks, president of Local 2329 of the American Federation of State, County and
Mimicipal Employees (AFSCME), plants a whipped-cream pie in the face of Bill Coleman,
assistant vice president for facilities at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The event was part
of the University’s annual State Employees Combined Appeal fund-raising campaign. Jerry
Almon of the maintenance department made a bid of $50 for the opportunity to throw the pie, but
Almon allowed Hanks to do the honors.
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Elaine Hanks, president of Local 2329 of the American Federation of State, County and
Municipal Employees (AFSCME), plants a whipped-cream pie in the face of Bill Coleman,
assistant vice president for facilities at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. The event was part
of the University’s annual State Employees Combined Appeal fund-raising campaign. Jerry
Almon of the maintenance department made a bid of $50 for the opportunity to throw the pie, but
Almon allowed Hanks to do the honors.

November 12, 1999

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LOCAL STUDENT RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Carrie Gigler,
182 South Smith Street, Cochranton, is the recipient of the Pre-Healing Arts Book Stipend.
The Edinboro University Alumni Association established a Pre-Healing Arts Book
Stipend to help one outstanding junior and one outstanding senior enrolled in a pre-healing arts
curriculum to afford the cost of books. These two book stipends are awarded annually to two
outstanding students with QPA's of 3.30 or higher.
Carrie is the daughter of Joe Gigler and Shirl Gigler. She is a graduate of Cochranton
High School and a pre-veterinary medicine major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Robin Britton,
Emporium, is the recipient of the Pre-Healing Arts Book Stipend.
The Edinboro University Alumni Association established a Pre-Healing Arts Book
Stipend to help one outstanding junior and one outstanding senior enrolled in a pre-healing arts
curriculum to afford the cost of books. These two book stipends are awarded annually to two
outstanding students with QPA's of 3.30 or higher.
Robin is the daughter of Charles Britton and Doris Britton. She is a graduate of Cameron
County High School and a biology major at Edinboro.
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November 12,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Kathleen A. Copeland,
1135 Erie Street, Saegertown, is the recipient of the SGA Scholarship for Non-Traditional
Students.
This award is offered to a full time Edinboro University non-traditional student who is 24
years or older, has a minimum of 64 earned credits and a minimum quality point average of a
3.00. This scholarship is renewable for one academic year provided the student maintains a QPA
of 3.0 and demonstrates academic progress. Financial need may be a factor. Funds for this award
have been made available by the Edinboro University Student Government Association.
Kathleen is the wife of Vaughn Copeland. She is a graduate of Saegertown High School
and an accounting major at Edinboro.

November 12,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Karen Headley,
411 West Erie Street, Linesville, is the recipient of the Ryan Graham Memorial Scholarship.
This award is named in honor of Mr. Ryan David Graham, a junior elementary major
who was a honor student, loved life, enjoyed various sports and had a deep faith. He was an
active member of Alpha Phi Omega and wanted to be a positive influence on children and their
education. His family has funded this memorial scholarship.
Karen is an elementary/special education major at Edinboro.
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November 1,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Carrie McKeon,
244 Darrow Road, Edinboro, is the recipient of the James Properties Scholarship.
This scholarship provides an armual award to a currently enrolled undergraduate student
who meets the scholarship requirements and demonstrates excellent academic achievement.
This award was created by Mr. Michael Redlawsk, President of James Properties, Inc., to
provide armual financial assistance to deserving students who reside in one of the off-campus
residences managed by James Properties, Inc.
Carrie is the daughter of Barry McKeon and Susan McKeon. She is a graduate of Altoona
High School and a biology/environmental science major at Edinboro.
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November 1,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Stephanie Napier,
513 Galbreath Avenue, New Castle, is the recipient of the SGA Scholarship for Student Success.
This scholarship provides an annual award to a full time Edinboro University minority
student entering his/her senior year who is an active participant in co-curricular activities, has a
minimum quality point average of a 3.00 and has no record of disciplinary offenses. Funds for
this award have been made available by the Edinboro University Student Government
Association.
Stephanie is the daughter of Laura Napier. She is a graduate of Lawrence County Area
Vocational Technical School and a criminal justice major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Robin Britton,
100 Lynwood Drive, Edinboro, is the recipient of the Harrington-Hofftnan Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to an Edinboro University student from Pennsylvania, or
nearby state whose major is pre-medicine or chemistry, whose cumulative quality point average
is 3.30 or greater, and who will be full time enrolled (12 credits or greater) during each term of
the award.
Fimds for this award have been made available through an endowment made to the
Edinboro University Aluiimi Association by Dr. Donald Hoffman, a member of the Edinboro
University faculty and former Alumni Director, and his wife, Mrs. Linda Harrington Hoffinan.
This award is named in memory of their fathers. Dr. Benjamin Hoffman and Mr. Homer
Harrington.
Robin is the daughter of Charles Britton and Doris Britton. She is a graduate of Cameron
County High School and a biology/pre-med major at Edinboro.
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November 1,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Leslie Ursu,
134 Brookmeade Drive, Pittsburgh, is the recipient of the Dr. Richard A. Forcucci Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to an Edinboro University graduate student studying in the
field of speech-language pathology with 20 earned graduate credits. The scholarship was
established by Mr. Hal Russell Blount (class of 1976 and 1981) in appreciation for the support he
received from Dr. Richard A. Forcucci, a faculty member in the speech and communication
studies department. The annual funds for this scholarship are provided by Hal Blount.
Leslie is the daughter of John Dennis Ursu and Norma Ursu. She is a graduate of North
Hills High School and a speech-language/pathology major at Edinboro.
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November 1, 1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announeed that Carrie Leonard,
is the recipient of the Alumni Association Admissions Grant Scholarship.
This scholarship has been created by the Alumni Association Board of Directors with
unrestricted annual fund gifts. It is part of a plan to augment the student scholarship program at
Edinboro University. This scholarship is applied directly to the student’s account, it is renewable
for up to six semesters, provided that requirements are met.
Criteria for this award is based upon high school curriculum grades, overall grade point
average, class rank, SAT or ACT scores, extraciuricular activities, leadership qualities and other
information available to the committee. Financial need is not a criteria, but can be considered by
the committee. Students are selected to receive this scholarship based upon exceptional records
in the stated criteria.
Carrie is the daughter of Stephen Leonard and Holly Leonard. She is a graduate of East
Juniata High School, and an applied media arts major at Edinboro.

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November 1,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announeed that Claudia Bunce,
R.D. 2, Clarendon, is the recipient of the Dorothy Brady Mitchell Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to a non-traditional junior or senior who has a minimum
QPA of a 3.00 and is majoring in special education, working with individuals who are
emotionally disturbed. The award is named for Ms. Dorothy Brady Mitchell who graduated from
Edinboro State College in 1969 at age 66. Her interests included working with exceptional
children and emotionally troubled students.
Claudia is the daughter of Garry Bunce and Gizella Bunce. She is a graduate of Warren
Area High School and an elementary special education major at Edinboro.
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November 1,1999

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Erin K. Brzezicki,
2521 E. 32 Street, Erie, is the recipient of the Dennis D. Ranalli Scholarship.
This award is given to an entering Edinboro University graduate student studying in the
field of speech-language pathology. The scholarship was established by Mr. Hal Russell Blount
(class of 1976 and 1981) in appreciation for the support he received from Dennis D. Ranalli. The
annual funds for this scholarship are provided by Hal Blount.
Erin is the daughter of Stan Brzezicki. and Ellen Brzezicki. She is a graduate of
Mercyhurst Preparatory School and a MA speech-language pathology major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Valerie Hughes,
712 West 3rd, Erie, is the recipient of the Mazie Smith Purdue Award.
This award is given to an upper-class Africa-American student from western
Pennsylvania (with priority given to northwestern Pennsylvania). The recipient must have a
minimum cumulative QPA of 2.50. This award is renewable for up to eight semesters. Financial
need is not a factor.
Valerie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Hughes. She is a graduate of Technical
Memorial High School and a special elementary education major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Permsylvania has announced that Rachel Seyler,
is the recipient of the E. Pamela Pulling Scholarship.
This scholarship is an annual award given to an incoming freshman who resides in
Crawford County and majoring in the area of education (special education, elementary education,
early childhood education, secondary education, health and physical education,
special/elementary education, early/elementary education, art education, music education) at the
undergraduate level. Financial need is a factor. This scholarship is renewable as long as the
student maintains a minimum cumulative QPA of 3.0.
Rachel is the daughter of Steve Aultz and Rhonda Aultz. She is a graduate of Titusville
High School and a special/elementary education major at Edinboro.

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Stacey Lynn Hallock,
102 Brora Drive, Edinboro, is the recipient of the Frank LaBounty Alumni Scholarship.
The scholarship is awarded annually to an English literature or English/writing major
who has 32 earned semester hours with a minimum 3.20 QPA. This scholarship is renewable for
two years (junior and senior year) if the recipient maintains a minimum 3.20 QPA. Financial
need is a factor.
This award honors Mr. Frank LaBounty who taught English and history at Edinboro
University before World War I and returned to teach from 1930 through 1946. He was appointed
as a trustee of Edinboro University in 1939 and served in that position for one year. Mr.
LaBounty was a scholar, teacher, patriot and a supporter of the arts and classics. He was an
inspiration to his students. Funds for this scholarship have been made available through Mr.
Keith Skelton and alumni.
Stacey is the daughter of Terry Hallock and Barbara Hallock. She is a graduate of Warren
High School and a English with concentration in writing journalism major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Lori J. Mason,
P.O. Box 37, Back Street, Clarington, is the recipient of the Alumni Pre-Law Scholarship.
The Alumni Association of Edinboro University has made available an annual pre-law
scholarship. This award is presented to a full time upperclass student who has exhibited
outstanding academic achievement and who has declared his/her intention of attending law
school upon completion of studies at Edinboro University.
Lori is the daughter of Larry Mason and Patty Mason. She is a graduate of East Forest
High School and a criminal justice major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Shana Krishel Marcus,
7 Pleasant Street, Union City, is the recipient of the Dr. Frank Johnson Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to an Edinboro University student majoring in speech and
hearing who has earned 64 or more credits and has attained a 3.50 or higher cumulative QPA. Dr.
Frank Johnson, a well known retired faculty member of the speech and hearing department and a
former dean of continuing education established the scholarship. Financial need is a factor (need
may outweigh someone who has a higher QPA).
Shana is the daughter of Jim Marcus and Sandi Marcus. She is a graduate of Sequoyah
High School and a speech hearing disorder major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Michael J. Kutz,
780 Venango Avenue, Cambridge Springs, is the recipient of the Dr. K.V. Jacob Economics and
Business Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to sophomore student enrolled full time in 12 or more credits
majoring in economics or business administration with a QPA of 3.50. Mrs. Saramma Jacob and
her daughter, Elizabeth, established this scholarship in memory of her husband. Dr. K.V. Jacob, a
faculty member who taught in the Edinboro University economics department from 1967-1993.
Michael is the son of John Kutz and Leona Kutz. He is a graduate of Cambridge Springs
High School and a business administration/financial services major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Stephanie Clapp,
7831 Hamot Road, Erie, is the recipient of the Kevin F. “Rocky” Burkhardt Scholarship.
This scholarship provides an annual award of $500 to an Edinboro University biology
major who has a minimum 3.50 cumulative quality point average. The recipient may receive this
scholarship for two (2) consecutive years if selected initially as a junior and all other selection
criteria are met. The Kevin F. “Rocky” Burkhardt Scholarship was established by the late Mr.
Richard Burkhardt and his wife, Colleen, in memory of their late son, Kevin, who was a 1985
Edinboro University honors graduate in biology.
Stephanie is the daughter of Elaine Styer. She is a graduate of Fairview Park High
School and a pre-veterinary major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Kathleen A. Copeland,
1135 Erie Street, Saegertown, is the recipient of the Alumni Department/Business
Administration/Accounting Scholarship.
The Edinboro University Alumni Association provides three annual departmental awards
to students majoring in art, business administration/accounting, and nursing. The recipient must
have completed a minimum of 32 credit hours and must have a quality point average of 3.20 or
greater.
Kathleen is the wife of Vaughn J. Copeland. She is a business administration/accounting
major at Edinboro.

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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has announced that Emily Elliott,
116 Grandview Lane, Butler, is the recipient of the Jack T. Tohtz Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship provides an annual award to an upperclassman majoring in English
(creative writing, literature, and secondary education - English). The scholarship is renewable for
a maximum of 3 years provided the student remains in good academic standing and maintains a
QPA of 3.00 or greater. The award was established in honor of the late Jack E. Tohtz who was a
professor at Edinboro University for more than 28 years. Funds for this award have been made
available through colleagues, alumni, friends and family members of Jack E. Tohtz.
Emily is the daughter of William A. Elliott and Cynthia E. Elliott. She is a graduate of
Moniteau High School and a secondary education/english major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has annoimeed that David A. Mailliard,
18893 Bear Road, Venango, is the recipient of the Gary Barbour Scholarship.
This scholarship provides an annual award to a junior who is majoring in business
administration with a concentration in accounting, marketing or finance. The recipient must be
enrolled full time, have earned a minimum of 64 credits and have a minimum cumulative QPA of
2.75. The scholarship is renewable for the senior year providing the recipient has a minimum
cumulative QPA of 3.00, continues to major in business administration with a concentration in
accounting, marketing or finance and demonstrate academic progress. Financial need may be a
factor.
David is the son of David L. Mailliard and Linda Mailliard. He is a graduate of
Cambridge Springs High School and a business/accounting major at Edinboro.
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania has armounced that Lindsay Reppert,
5244 Westlake Road, Edinboro, is the recipient of the Riley-Amidon Memorial Scholarship.
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman living in Edinboro at the time of
enrollment who is majoring in art, art education or nursing. This scholarship is valued at $500
and funds are to be used for textbooks and/or other required course supplies purchased through
the campus bookstore. This award is renewable for up to four academic years based upon
maintaining a QPA of a 3.00 and full time enrollment. Financial need may be a factor.
Lindsay is the daughter of Barb Reppert. She is a graduate of General McLane High
School and a nursing major at Edinboro.

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