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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Winter/Spring 2010 |

Vol. 23 | No. 1

I hope you enjoy reading this edition of Edinboro University
Magazine. I'm delighted to share our exciting news with you. Inside

you will find updates on our record-breaking academic year and
athletic successes, learn about our latest endeavours and inspiring
alumni. Our popularity is grooving dramatically on a national
and international level. I encourage you to stay up-to-date on

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44 Athletics

Edinboro University Receives Largest Gift
in 152-Year History

Lou Rosselli Inducted into
Greater Buffalo Hall of Fame
Dana Webb Named Edinboro’s
First Softball All-American
Wedding Bells Ring for Former
Hoops Stars
Return of Men’s
and Women’s Tennis
Three Fall Teams Reach
NCAA Competition
French National Wheelchair
Basketball Team
Visits Edinboro University
Cross Country Course Named
in Honor of Doug Watts
Jim Glatch Leads U23 Team
to World Title
Trevor Harris Concludes
Record-Breaking Career

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New Scholarships Established
Third Annual Ken Kopin Awards Reception

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Campus News
Accessible College: A Case Study
Homecoming 2010...Save the Date
Great Things Happening Here
Peers as Old as My Kids

26 Alumni Activities
Columbus, Ohio
Alpha Sigma Alpha
Alumni Homecoming Raffle
Alumni on the Move Award
Splash Lagoon
Homecoming Weekend 2009
Classmates of the ’60s & ’70s
Carrying on the Edinboro Tradition
Alumni Visits
Homecoming 2009 Alumni & Friends
Golf Outing
Lambda Chi Alpha Golf Outing
Dr. Louella Bucho

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University Communications
and Marketing
Edinboro University
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news@edinboro.edu
www.edinboro.edu
University President

Jeremy D. Brown

Executive Editor and
Assistant Vice President, University
Communications and Marketing

Amy Neil
Editor and Art Director

Ronald E. Cox, Sr.
Vice President for
University Advancement
Bruce Q. Whitehair

Director of Alumni Relations
Jon J. Pulice

Contributing Editors
and Photographers

Marilyn Goellner
Anita Joslyn

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John Mitchell

Feature Stories

Jeff Pinski

Necklace for G-20 Summit
Maureen O’Connor Adams, '77
Kim Stucke, ’74
Sonya Rose Atkinson, ’94
Randy McElwain, ’86
William Finch, ’75
Beating the Odds

Robert Shreve

One of the 14 universities in Pennsyivania's State System of Higher Education, Edinboro University is committed
to affirmative action for all persons in its educational programs, activities, and employment practices.

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Edinboro University
Receives Largest Gift
in 152-Year History
MEADVILLE FACILITY AND COMPUTER LABORATORY NAMED AFTER DONORS
by Amy Neil

Alumnus Joseph, '69, and Eleonora Buba met at Edinboro
University in December 1969 on a blind date set up by Joe's
Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity brother and a high school
friend of Eleonora's. The rest, as they say, is history. In fact,
they recently celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary.
But on a December day 40 years later, the Bubas entered
the record books when they announced their multi-milliondollar estate gift to Edinboro University. The gift is the
largest gift in Edinboro's 152-year history.
In announcing the gift. President Jeremy D. Brown said
the seven-figure commitment was made during a record­
breaking year at Edinboro. "We have record student

numbers, record retention, and now, a record-breaking
gift. Joe and Eleonora's extraordinary act of philanthropy
will have a far-reaching impact on Edinboro University
and the people and communities it serves."
Joe and Eleonora have been loyal friends of the
University, offering philanthropic support for many
years. In recognition of the largest estate gift in University
history. President Brown officially renamed the Meadville
facility "Edinboro University in Meadville - The Joseph T.
Buba Center."
In addition to the renaming of the Meadville facility,
the Ross Hall computer lab - the largest computer lab on

“it is also our hope that our support will not only provide financial
assistance to deserving students, but also encourage and motivate
charitable responsibility in others.” Joseph t. Buba. ‘69

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degree from Edinboro in 1969. He credits his father and
mother for encouraging him to pursue higher education,
while also instilling a strong work ethic. Eleonora
graduated from Ohio University in 1971 with a degree in
Spanish & Latin American Studies.
Joe began teaching at North Braddock Junior High
School after graduation but discovered teaching was
not his calling. Instead, his career has focused on
the manufacturing and engineering sector where his
creative talents, management skills, and innovation led
to increased responsibilities at a variety of corporations,
including Boeing, Textron Aerostructures, and McCulloch
Corporation. He retired as Senior Vice President of
Operations at Generac Power Systems, Inc., leaving a
legacy of leadership and commitment to manufacturing
excellence and customer service.
While at Ohio University, Eleonora remembers using
a typewriter, as computers were not common on campus.
In Seattle, she began her career in information technology,
and computers were being introduced in the workplace.
She continued her career, advancing in positions at

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Edinboro's main campus - was named "The Eleonora C.
Navari Buba Computer Laboratory."
Prior to unveiling the signage designating the new
name of the Meadville facility, Joe remarked, "Words
cannot express what it means to have this building
dedicated in my honor. Eleonora and 1 believe that
engineering and technology programs are the key to
creating job opportunities of the future. It is also our
hope that our support will not only provide financial
assistance to deserving students but also encourage
and motivate charitable responsibility in others."
The Bubas have long been advocates and supporters
of Edinboro University. In 2006 they established the
Joe and Eleonora Buba Scholarship for Manufacturing
Engineering & Technology. The scholarship is awarded
annually to an incoming freshman pursuing an A.E.T.
in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, a B.S. in
Industrial Trade and Leadership, or a B.A. in Physics.
"This latest act of generosity demonstrates the
Bubas' unwavering support of Edinboro University
and their shared vision for our educational goals,"
said President Brown.
Joe grew up in Braddock Hills and earned a teaching

Buba
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Deloitte &
Touche, and First Union National Bank and retired from
Ingersoll-Rand after 13 years as an application analyst.
Her career allowed her to travel extensively, including
Latin America, where her degree and fluency in Spanish
complemented her work in the information technology
field.
The day following the Meadville event, Eleonora
toured the computer laboratory named in her honor
where she was greeted by staff from the University's
Technology and Communications unit.
The Bubas were also honored during the 2nd Annual
Presidential Scholarship Gala, a fundraiser supporting
the President Jeremy D. Brown Millennium Leader
Scholarship.
"The Bubas' philanthropy serves as an inspiration to
other alumni and friends as they consider their own ways
of giving to Edinboro University," said President Brown.
"On behalf of our entire Edinboro University community,
I extend sincere gratitude to you for this transformational
gift. We're extremely proud that your names will be
identified with this campus and the computer laboratory
in Ross Hall."
This year's gala raised more than $37,000, bringing the
total raised since the scholarship was created two years
ago to over $900,000.

“We have record
student numbers,
record retention, and
now, a record-breaking
gift. Joe and Eleonora’s
extraordinary act of
philanthropy will have
a far-reaching impact
on Edinboro University
and the people and
communities it
serves.” President Brown

Staff from Technology and Communications celebrate the
naming of the largest computer lab on campus after Eleonora.

The Bubas and President Brown admire the new sign at the
Meadville campus.

The unveiling of the sign for The Eleanora C. Navari Buba Computer Laboratory.

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Francioni's now-famous leaf and tendril
necklaces are being worn in the capitals of
the world's top industrialized and emerging
market nations - and perhaps most notably,
even at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue!
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NECKLACE FOR G-20 SUMMIT S.
AILEEN LAMPMAN-FRANCIONI ALUMNI ARTIST

Edinboro University President Jeremy Brown’s mantra of
taking Edinboro to the worid has become weil-known. Edinboro
University aiumna Aiieen Lampman-Francioni, '93, can attest to
it. She’s practiced that mantra in a major way.
Francioni, owner of Ai Jewelry in Pittsburgh and a 1993
Edinboro graduate with a BFA degree in arts, crafts and metals,
submitted the winning design for exquisite leaf and tendril
necklaces that were part of the gift packages given to world
leaders in Pittsburgh last September during the international
G-20 economic conference.
In early September, Francioni was asked by the Pittsburgh
Center of the Arts to submit sample designs for necklaces that
would be given to the female spouses of world leaders, as well
as to the female heads of state of Germany and Argentina.
When her leaf and tendril design was selected, initially
Francioni was asked to create only two necklaces. But a few
days later the request increased to 18, and then, on the day the
global summit began, September 24, she was asked to make
five more. Undaunted, she was up for
the job - although she admits “this
required a lot of rushing on my part!”
Always loyal to Edinboro University,
Francioni uses Edinboro grads as
interns, the most recent being metals
graduate Eileen Vilonia.

Ai Jewelry’s website tells Francioni’s story best;
“Very few can see beauty and art in a piece of discarded
electrical wire, but around the age of 13, Aiieen Lampman saw
something in the scraps her father left behind from his many
household projects. Using his pliers, she bent, cut and twisted
then accented that otherwise useless material with some beads
and dismantled vintage jewelry she and her mother purchased
at local flea markets. Voila! She had found her calling. A
few months later she was selling this handcrafted jewelry
at galleries and taking orders from friends, classmates and
teachers.”
Francioni’s now-famous leaf and tendril necklaces are
being worn in the capitals of the world’s top industrialized and
emerging market nations - and perhaps most notably, even at
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue!

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Lampman-Francioni designed this ieaf
and tendrii neckiace for the spouses
of 18 worid ieaders attending iast
September’s G-20 Conference in
Pittsburgh, as well as the heads of
state of Germany and Argentina.

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Maureen
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EDUCATOR CHOSEN AS ONE OF THE PATHFINDER

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Edinboro University Alumna Maureen O’Connor Adams, the
principal and fifth grade science teacher at West Ward
Elementary School, Killeen, Texas, is prepared to assume

her teacher-in-space leadership role as a member of the

new Pathfinder 7, a group of dedicated science educators
who will pave the way into space

for other teachers who will follow.
by Jeff Pinski

As a Texas elementary school principal and accomplished
Equity actress, alumna Maureen O'Connor Adams, '77,
might soon become as much a household name as any of
Tom Wolfe's seven original "Right Stuff" astronauts.
That's because Adams, a 1977 Edinboro graduate,
is one of only seven educators chosen nationwide
as Pathfinder Astronauts for the Teachers in Space
program. As one of the Pathfinder 7, Adams will be
among the first astronaut teachers in suborbital flight,
thus paving the road to space for many more educators
who will follow.

Maureen O'Connor Adams, '77

AND SPACE PORT

Space exploration/teacher astronaut
RESIDENCE:

Lampasas, Texas
SPOUSE:

William; retired colonel, U.S. Army
SON:

Thomas; Texas Christian University junior
HOMETOWN:

Renova, Pa.
PARENTS:

Lois O’Connor and the late Vincent O’Connor
GRADUATED FROM EDINBORO:

1977; degree in education/library science
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AT EDINBORO:

Women’s track; theater; Alpha Sigma Alpha
Sorority; Lawrence Towers Residence Assistant
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION:

MFA degree from Ohio University

A joint project of the Space Frontier Foundation and
the United States Rocket Academy, the Teachers in Space
program utilizes suborbital flights both donated by and
purchased from five suborbital rocket firms to launch
members of the Pathfinder 7 into space.
The arguably ambitious goal of the Space Frontier
Foundation, a non-profit organization advocating and
advancing the new space frontier through private
enterprise, is to put 200 teachers a year aboard private
suborbital flights during the next decade.
Why educators? That's a no-brainer. Because teachers
have always been pathfinders!
With a solid background in education and acting,
Adams's now fervent interest in space exploration began
when her then 10-year-old son, Thomas (now a junior at
TCU), returned from Huntsville, Alabama's famous Space
Camp a decade ago with brochures describing Space
Camp for Educators.
Once enrolled in the camp's teachers' program, Adams
was more than hooked - especially after receiving the
Right Stuff Award from the U.S. Rocket and Space Camp.
And, for the past nine years she has served as a guest
instructor there.
"I've always been an adventurous person," Adams
said. "And this was just an extension of that adventurer's
spirit that began way back at Edinboro. I proudly look
to Edinboro as the starting point in my life. I not only
received the most wonderful education at Edinboro, but
that's where all this fun began!"
Indeed, it's clear that Adams not only enjoys and
embraces her multiple roles, but also has a great deal of

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Edinboro Alumna Maureen O'Connor
Adams, '77, (seated, right), poses with
other members of the Pathfinder 7, all
teacher-astronauts selected from across
the country and now in training for privatelysponsored suborbital space flights.

Adams

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fun in her meaningful career as educator and avocation
as thespian launched in Pennsylvania's awesome
northwestern corner more than 30 years ago.
As principal and fifth grade science teacher at the
West Ward Elementary School in Killeen, situated in
central-Texas adjacent to Fort Hood, Adams' contagious
enthusiasm for science and space exploration was
instrumental in establishing a partnership with NASA
that resulted in West Ward Elementary's recognition as a
"NASA Explorer School."
But what about sending teachers into space,
even suborbital space (about 50 miles above Earth's
atmosphere)? Isn't it dangerous? After all, the horrific
Challenger disaster still weighs heavily in the memories of
many who recall how Concord, New Hampshire school
teacher Christa McAuliffe and her six crewmates perished
in the 1986 Space Shuttle explosion.
Yet Adams, who is expected to fly in space within
the next two to four years, eyes any potential personal
jeopardy philosophically.
"Of course there's always a risk when it comes to
exploring new frontiers," she said. "Historically and
presently, all explorers face a certain danger. But in this
case, there is a lot less danger in reentry than with the
shuttle. Besides, these suborbital vehicles don't travel as
far and are much safer."

“I’ve always been an adventurous
person,” Adams said. “And this was
just an extension of that adventurer’s
spirit that began way back at Edinboro.
I proudly look to Edinboro as the starting
point in my life. I not only received the
most wonderful education at Edinboro,
but that’s where all this fun began!”

Adams has discussed the risks and benefits with her
family, including husband Bill, a 1979 graduate of the
U.S. Military Academy at West Point and recently retired
colonel.
"They're okay with it," she said, "and always
supportive."
Underscoring the educational value of putting teachers
in space, Ed Wright, project manager for the Teachers in

Doug Goforth, of NASA’s Reduced Gravity Program, gives
Edinboro University Alumna Maureen O’Connor Adams
a spin aboard NASA’s “Weightless Wonder, ’’ or, as it’s
popularly known, the “Vomit Comet." Adams, a 1977
Edinboro graduate, was recently chosen to be one of the
Pathfinder 7, astronaut-teachers who will fly in suborbitai
space as part of a privately sponsored program, then train
other educators to follow.

Space program, said, "We want to make teachers heroes in
space and in the classroom."
Wright announced the Pathfinder 7 some 50 years
after Mercury 7 and 40 years after the first Apollo moon
landing.
"We're rebooting the American space program,"
he said. "The Pathfinder 7 are now training to fly on
suborbital spacecraft under development by private
companies. They will be the first astronaut teachers to fly
in space and return to the classroom."
Even more, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Rick
Searfoss, a former Space Shuttle commander and chief test
pilot for XCOR Aerospace, one of the suborbital rocket
companies, added, "The road to space doesn't start in an
aerospace factory. It starts in the imagination, and the best
place to fire up young imaginations is in school."
On recent training flights, Searfoss flew Adams and
other members of the Pathfinder 7 at Skylark North, a
glider school that trains Air Force test pilots and shuttle
astronauts. Glider flight, however, is only part of the
training Pathfinder astronauts are receiving. Recently,
they toured facilities at the NASA Dryden Flight Research
Center, Edwards Air Force Base, and the Mojave Air
and Space Port. These teacher astronauts also completed
High-G and Zero-G aircraft flights.

Prior to her selection as a Pathfinder astronaut, Adams
flew student robotic experiments twice aboard NASA's
"Weightless Wonder," metaphorically widely known as
the "Vomit Comet."
"I handled the flights very well, thank you!" she laughs
while pointing out others unfortunately did not fare quite
as well.
Adams also has received national awards and
recognition from both the Johnson Space Center in
Houston and NASA headquarters for excellence in
Aerospace Education and for her work with the NASA
Explorer School program at her elementary school.

Before the launching of suborbital flights, Adams
and the Pathfinders will meet periodically for additional
training. They will also help develop the training
curriculum for the astronaut teachers who will follow them.
Rounding an outstanding life of giving back, Adams
is an assistant scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 199 in
Lampasas, Texas, and is active in her church and the
Killeen Heights Rotary.
The awards lining her office walls also attest to her
life success, the most notable being the U.S. Army 1st
Cal Division Volunteer of the Year Award, the U.S. Army
Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, the Governor's

course there’s always a risk when it comes to exploring new frontiers...
Yellow Rose of Texas Award, and inclusion in the Order of
St. Joan.
That Adams would excel in stewardship and
trusteeship, meeting both personal and professional goals,
should come as no surprise to anyone who knew her
during her Edinboro days.
Active and recognized by Edinboro's then honorary
educational, theater, and library science societies, she was
featured in Who's Who in American Colleges, belonged to
the Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority, and was one of the first
women on the women's track team. Topping it all off,
Adams served as an RA at Lawrence Towers for two years.
No wonder she possesses such fond memories of
Edinboro.
"My background began at Edinboro in education and
acting. I never sought then to become an astronaut person.
But I found that Edinboro was the right place for me and
at the right time."
And now, Maureen O'Cormor Adams surely has the
right stuff, proving once again that with an Edinboro
education, even the sky isn't the limit.

Edinboro University Alumna Maureen O'Connor Adams tests
her new-found weightlessness aboard NASA's “Weightless
Wonder," popularly known as the “Vomit Comet." Officially
called the KC-135, it's actually a military version of the Boeing
707 that’s used to explore microgravity and simulate the zero
gravity experience for astronauts-in-training. Adams survived
several flights without any ill effects!

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She's studied with NASA at the Johnson Space Center,
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., and
the Maury Project at the United States Naval Academy
in Annapolis, Md. And, last year Adams visited Alaska
as part of NASA's Heliophysics Educators Ambassadors
program. She's proud of the 19 aerospace heliophysics
credits she has already earned on top of her bachelor's
and master's degrees.
When she applied for Pathfinder 7 status, she was
required to submit either an experiment or lesson plan.
She chose a micro-gravity experiment involving a
baseball.
"I guess I was the most surprised of all when I was
picked along with teachers from Ohio, New York, Arizona
and Connecticut," said the graduate of Bucktail Area High
School in Renova, Pa., where she grew up. In addition
to her Edinboro undergraduate degree in education and
library science, she also holds a Master of Fine Arts degree
from Ohio University.
As a veteran Equity actress, she's appeared in theater
productions throughout the United States and Central
Texas. Her most recent project was a guest artist role in
Killeen's Vive Les Arts production of Pride and Prejudice
in December.

Kim Stucke
WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE 2009
WOMAN OF THE YEAR

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EDINBORO

by John Mitchell

As Director of Housing
Consultation Services at
Stairways Behavior Health
in Erie, Kim Stucke, '74, has
made a career of helping those
in need. For more than 37
years, Stucke has focused on
the neediest members of our
society: the poor, the homeless,
and persons with mental
illness. At Stairways, she helps
troubled individuals get the
help they need, be it mental
Kim Stucke
health services, jobs, housing.
educational opportunities, or rehabilitation. She is there to
listen and counsel.
In her 10 years as chair of the Northwest Regional
Homeless Advisory Board, Stucke has facilitated the
development of over $15 million in affordable housing
projects in northwestern Pennsylvania. She has made
developing housing and services for the homeless and
mentally ill a personal priority and currently serves on the
PA State Homeless Steering Committee, where she works
to influence statewide policy and directs the Continuum
of Care process for Pennsylvania.
In recognition of her tireless devotion to others, Stucke
was recently named Woman of the Year by the Women's
Roundtable of Erie. Founded in 1987, the Women's
Roundtable is a networking organization for female
entrepreneurs, professionals, and all women interested
in helping other women to attain their life goals. The
award honors women who have become role models for
not only women and girls, but all humankind. Stucke
was also recently honored with the Housing Alliance of
Pennsylvania's Partnership Award for her work with
nonprofit governmental entities in advancing affordable
housing opportunities for persons with mental health care
needs.
"I am incredibly honored and humbled by receiving
these awards," said Stucke. "They represent the progress
we have been able to make in achieving the hopes and
dreams of people with mental health concerns."
In what little free time she has, Stucke enjoys sports car
racing, reading, cooking, and the outdoors.

MASTER OF ARTS
IN COMMUNICATION
STUDIES (MACS)
PROGRAM GOES ONLINE
By Victoria Oyesiku (MACS Graduate Student)

This spring, the MACS Program will offer 36 credits of courses
online over a two-year period, including summers. Although
courses are still being offered through the traditional, faceto-face medium, the initiative to offer more courses online
comes as demand increases and as part of the Graduate
School initiative for more web-based programs.
MACS web-based development began during the 200809 academic year, with the introduction of the Certificate
in Conflict Management online program, which includes
four courses: Managing Conflict, Intercultural Conflict &
Communication, Crisis Management Communication, and
Negotiating Intractable Conflict. In addition to these courses,
MACS has offered Technology of Communication online,
and now will offer four courses from the Managerial and
Leadership program emphasis: Interpersonal Communication,
Organizational Communication, Communication Consulting,
and Managerial and Leadership Communication. To complete
the degree, online students will also be required to take
three Core courses: Communication Theory, Communication
Research, and Communication Ethics.
Each semester students in the MACS program will be able
to choose from campus-based courses and online courses.
Students on campus will have more elective options, but
the addition of the online version of the program offers
flexibility and ease of scheduling for both traditional and
non-traditional students. A student can take two courses
each semester online, including summers, and complete the
program in two years or less.

For program information, go to the MACS website:
http://cms.edinboro.edu/departments/comm_media/
macs/master_of_artsjn_communication_studies_2.dot,
or contact Andrew R. Smith at arsmith@edinboro.edu.
For application information, go to
the Graduate School website:
http://www.edinboro.edu/
departments/graduate_
studles/SchooLof_Graduate_
Studies_and_Research.dot,
or contact Jessica Albert at
jalbert@edinboro.edu.

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Sonva Rose Atkinson
by John Mitchell

Having recently
relocated to Los Angeles
to pursue better acting
opportunities and agency
representation, Atkinson
is also working on her first
collection of poetry and
artwork. She is also an
active member of the
California State Parks
Foundation, which aids in
the protection and preser­
vation of state parks, and
enjoys travelling, reading,
and listening to music.

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make ends meet on the infamous college student budget,
one lucky student has a semester's tuition paid in full.
Freshman Natalie Gardner of Washington County, Pa.
was the winner of the first annual tuition raffle sponsored
by the Edinboro University Foundation and Edinboro
University Athletic department. The drawing was held at
halftime of the Homecoming football game against Lock
Haven University on October 3. Gardner received $2,800,
the amount equivalent to one semester's in-state tuition.
"My mom mailed the tickets in three days before
the raffle. For once in my life, procrastination helped me,"
laughed Gardner, a member of the Fighting Scots
Marching Band.
Over 4,000 tickets were sold for the raffle, with
proceeds benefiting the student-athlete scholarship fund.
Anybody could enter the drawing, and purchasing a
ticket was not necessary to be eligible.

Over $15,000 was raised through this first annual
raffle, which will be held again in the Fall 2010 semester,
assisting a lucky winner, as well as an aspiring
student-athlete!

Terry Carlin, 74 & '81, and Andrew Lawrence, '08, were
assisted in drawing the name of the lucky winner by Magnus,
('28!), and his mother Meighan Lloyd, '99 & '00, at halftime
of the 2009 homecoming game.

FEATURE STORY

First Annual Tuition Raffle

City," and music videos.
Even as her fortunes
rose in the entertainment
industry, her art was never
far from her mind. Atkin­
son enjoys photography,
painting, and mixed-media
art. She is a premier artist
for the Wireless Developer
Agency, an agency that
places her creative images
with telecommunication
companies around the
globe, including AT&T
Wireless and Nextel.

d

Fine Arts. As it long has
been for so many burgeon­
ing artists, the draw of New
York City, with its bright
lights and innumerable
possibilities, was impossible
for Atkinson to resist, so she
relocated to the city in 2000,
beginning what has turned
into a very successful career
in modeling and acting.
She has appeared in several
independent and short films
as well as television shows,
including "Sex and the

EDINBORO

Famed poet Amy Lowell
once said that art is "the
desire of a man to express
himself, to record the reac­
tions of his personality to
the world he lives in." For
actress, visual artist, and
poet Sonya Rose Atkinson,
'94, this quest for self­
expression has led her on an
incredible journey.
An Aliquippa, Pa. native,
Atkinson came to Edinboro
University to study art and
later earned a Bachelor of

EDINBORO
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FEATURE STORY

Randy McElwain

Randy McElwain
SWIMS LAKE ERIE IN RECORD TIME
by John Mitchell

day thereafter. He swam 82 miles in May, 86 in June, and
When Randy McElwain, '86, entered Lake Erie's chilly
120 in July. Hard work and exhaustive training have long
waters on August 24,2009, he was expecting the worst.
been
part of McElwain's routine; he has competed in
"This was a horrible day to try to swim across the lake," he
Ironman Triathlons, the Highmark Quad Games, and the
said, watching 3- to -4-foot waves crash against the shores
Presque Isle Bay Swim. He also coaches other triathletes in
of Long Point, Ontario, where he was set to begin the 24.3mile swim across Lake Erie to Freeport Beach in North East swimming at his local YMCA.
The father of three - Grant, 14, Cassie, 12, and Jamie,
Township. Despite the conditions, McElwain soldiered on,
10 - has made athletics and living a healthy lifestyle a
and 11 hours, 23 minutes, and
family priority. "My entire family, including my children
33 seconds later, he became only
since age 4, also participate in the annual Quad Games,"
the 11th person ever to swim the
he
said. When he isn't busy setting long-distance
lake. That he also set the record
swimming records, McElwain is hard at work as a GMAC
as the fastest to accomplish the
Relationship Manager to General Motors. He, his wife,
feat was just icing on the cake.
Laurie, and their children reside in Lake Orion, Michigan.
McElwain, who was a long­
distance swimmer for Edinboro,
began to train for the swim last
February, logging 2.5 miles on
his first day and increasing the
The McElwain family at
mileage little by little every
the end of the swim.

William Finch
WEBSITE TOUTS ALL THINGS "GREEN”
by JeffPinskt
Alumnus Bill Finch, '75, was an environmentalist
long before "going green" was cool.
Statewide recognition in Pennsylvania is coming
his way as a PennFuture "Citizens' Choice Green Power
Hero Award" recipient.
And now he's proving that living green can save
practitioners money as well as help the environment.
As founder and president of southeastern
Pennsylvania's Alternative Energy, Inc., Finch
produces a wide range of products that perform tasks
from recharging all your electronic gizmos to cooling
your attics.
Finch, 56, earned his Edinboro undergraduate
degree in geography and environmental studies in
1975 before later being awarded a master's degree in
communications from West Chester University.
For the past two years. Finch has been wowing
the growing-in-popularity "green" community with
his web-based business after working with HewlettPackard for 15 years in marketing, communications and
government relations.
In a recent interview with the Pottstown (Pa.) Mercury
newspaper, he said, "This is something I've wanted to
do for a long time." The newspaper pointed out that
products on Finch's website include "solar-powered
lighting, ventilation and portable power, energy-efficient
LED lighting, electrical monitoring devices, water
conservation procedures and a range of green gadgets."
"I'm a gadget guy," he told the newspaper. "As a kid,
I loved to go to Radio Shack. But these are useful and
green gadgets."
His home-based business, for example, features a
hand-held portable power station utilizing sun and
wind "to recharge iPods, cell phones. Blackberries, MP3
players, digital cameras, GPSes - just about any kind of
electronic device," the Mercury said.
His products can be marketed for many outdoor uses
like camping or hiking and, in particular, in emerging
nations with plenty of cell phones but little electrical

energy resources.
Edinboro University Alumnus
William Finch, ’75, a longtime
The Mercury
environmentalist,
was recently
reported last year that
honored by PennFuture, a
Finch's business has
statewide environmental
"caught the attention
advocacy organization, with
of environmentalists,"
the Citizens' Choice Green
Power Hero Award. Finch, with
including PennFuture, a
his headquarters in eastern
statewide environmental
Pennsylvania, uses his web­
advocacy organization
based business to make “going
that recognized Finch
green" easy, affordable and fun!
with its "Citizens' Choice
Green Power Hero
Award."
"He's showing that you can make money and at the
same time help fight global warming," said Jan Jarrett,
president and CEO of PennFuture. "We always said there
was a market (for alternative energy products) and we're
glad to see there are people out there bearing it out. It's a
great demonstration that you can be committed to a cause
and that you can make a profit for further advocating for
that cause."
"Going green" is nothing new for Finch.
"I'm a longtime environmentalist," he says.
A former corporate fellow of the National Governors
Association, Finch served five years on the Governors'
Environmental Advisory Committee. He also served as
Chester County's recycling coordinator and over the past
three decades helped establish community recycling,
composting and environmental education programs.
As the newspaper reported, "Even those who are
skeptical that 'living green' has a significant impact on the
environment will be interested in his products when they
see they can lower their utility bills without sacrificing
comfort..."
Finch also practices what he preaches. Politically
active, he works with state and congressional campaigns
in support of moderate and environmentally focused
candidates of both parties.

EDINBORO
FEATURE STORY

Although Mike and Carla met at Edinboro, she did not graduate
from here. They live in Marysville (Pa.) with Buddy, their 100-pound
shepherd mix “puppy." Photo is from their wedding day.

by ]eff Pinski

The split second
it took Elgard
to dive into a
swimming pool,
life as he
had known it
changed forever.

Back during the summer of 1988,
Michael Elgard, '97, was pretty much
your average 18-year-old. He had the
same hopes, dreams and aspirations
of most young men his age.
Elgard even had a year of
college under his belt at Kutztown
University, and, while a general
education major, he had pretty
much made up his mind to focus his
creativity on art.
Suddenly, in the split second it
took Elgard to dive into a swimming
pool, life as he had known it changed
forever. He dove shallow, but not
shallow enough. He smashed his

forehead on the pool's bottom,
breaking his fifth and sixth vertebrae,
resulting in permanent paralysis
from the chest down.
Whether quadriplegia, as it was
then called, or the more recent term,
"tetraplegia," the meaning was the
same: paralysis of all four limbs.
"Pretty much all my established
goals went out the window," he
recalls now of a time so dark few
can comprehend the horror of such a
diagnosis.
Yet Elgard refused to give up.
An August-December stint at the
Elizabethtown (Pa.) Rehabilitation

Hospital convinced him that while his life had been
drastically altered, it was not over.
First, he was contacted by an acquaintance from his
days as a summer worker with the Dauphin County
Parks and Recreation Department. An architect with the
county, she connected Elgard with her architect husband
at Harrisburg's Crabtree Rohrbaugh and Associates firm.
The firm was willing to take a chance on Elgard, offering
him work with then emerging computer technology,
specifically Computer-Aided Design.
It was an offer he couldn't refuse.
"I was in a wheelchair, and I wasn't even aware of
my own physical capabilities, yet," he said. "But, I tried
it, and I could do it, and I found I could also learn about
computers and information technology, too, while I was
there."
About a year later, he made the decision to return to
school.
"I enjoyed working as an architectural draftsman,
but I wanted to go back to school and earn a degree.
I had heard of Edinboro and its accessibility through
discussions with social workers at Elizabethtown. So, I
went up to Edinboro and was actually very impressed
with what I saw. It was even better than I had hoped.
I was impressed with the automated doors in every
building, the accommodating bathrooms and the
attendant care program."
With his new-found freedom at Edinboro, Elgard went
from introvert to an active social life. Too active, if you
ask him now. It took four semesters to better prioritize his
life's goals, but during this coming-of-age process, he met
Carla, his future wife, and found his liberal arts niche as
an English major.
"At the time, I thought I could use my creativity in
different ways, perhaps as a writer or editor."

Graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1997, Mike, with
Carla, an LPN, eventually moved to Harrisburg where his
broad-based education and technical savvy - along with
a little help from his proud mom, Jackie Whitcomb of the
Pa. House Republican Leader's Office - landed him a 90day try-out with the House GOP information technology
office. Within a month, however, his hard work and
competence was awarded with a fulltime position. Elgard
followed his career path of computer programming and
website development.
Four years later, as a qualified Civil Service employee,
Elgard found a home with the Pennsylvania Department
of Labor and Industry and has become an Application
Development Administrator, supervising a team of nine
computer programming positions.
Although he's in the technology field, Elgard says he's
"proud of my Edinboro education."
"I look back on it as some of the best moments of my
life. I was inspired by many professors and the education
I received from them shaped my philosophy of life. This
English degree actually provided me with a well-rounded
education that prepared me for any situation. That English
and literature background helps me every day. Not only
has it helped me for formal communications, but being
a good computer programmer requires creative problem
solving, and the liberal arts education that I received at
Edinboro has introduced me to many inspirations for
creativity."
While Elgard's success came from his own inner drive
and coming-of-age more than two decades ago, he was
not alone at Edinboro. He represents one of hundreds
of such success stories, and he's quick to recognize
the important contributions of Edinboro's nationally
renowned Office for Students with Disabilities.

For more information about Edinboro University’s accessibility, log on to
www.edinboro.edu ; keywords: Office for Students with Disabilities;

or, e-mail Robert McConnell at mcconnell@edinboro.edu or phone 814-732-2462.

New Scholarships Established
Alumni and Friends Making a Difference

ADVANCEMENT NEWS 0) EDINBORO

Kathleen (Graff) and
Keith R. Finger Scholarship
Coloradans Kathie and Keith Finger are committed
to providing support to their alma maters. Kathie
graduated from Edinboro State College in 1971 with a
degree in Education. In 1981, she received her Master of
Education from the University of Northern Colorado.
Keith graduated from Kansas
University with a degree
in Business and Economics
(1969) and MBA (1973). He
went on to earn his Master of
Taxation from the University
of Denver. The Fingers are
Keith and Kathie Finger
active supporters of the arts
in Colorado, contributing to the Colorado Symphony,
Denver Center for the Performing Arts and the Denver
Art Museum, along with.numerous donations to the
local libraries and non-profits. The establishment of this
scholarship represents the couple's belief that education
is the key to unlocking a rich, rewarding life and their
commitment to ensuring the opportunities they enjoyed
are available to future Edinboro students. The scholarship
will be used for freshmen recruitment, with preference to
a student from Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania.

Thomas C. Heard Physics Scholarship
and Barbara J. Heard Reading Scholarship
The Heard family has a historical relationship with
education in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The
Commonwealth provided the opportunity for seven
family members to receive baccalaureate degrees from
state-owned colleges and universities. Five of these
family members became full-time teachers and, as of
2008, have provided Pennsylvania with over 155 years of

elementary-, secondary-, and university-level teaching
service. Thomas Heard, his father, mother, sister, and wife
received undergraduate degrees from Indiana University
of Pennsylvania.
With a passion for physics and higher education,
Thomas Heard served as a faculty member in the
Department of Physics and Technology of Edinboro
University for over 35 years and retired in June 2003 as
Professor Emeritus. He was an officer of the local Edinboro
University Association of State College and University
Faculties (APSCUF) for 32 years, and these experiences
inspired him to create a scholarship for students.
Barbara J. Heard graduated from Quaker Valley High
School and earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana
University of Pennsylvania, a master's degree from
Westminster College, and pursued graduate work and
reading supervisor certification from Edinboro State
College. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta
Fraternity, and for
years was an alumni
adviser for the
Edinboro chapter.
Their children,
daughter Cheryl
Heard and son Dr.
John Heard, received
their undergraduate
Tom Heard and President Brown
degrees from Edinboro
University. Cheryl earned a degree in Natural ScienceMathematics in 1985 and John earned a degree in Physics
in 1987. In honor of their mother and father, and following
their parent's wishes, Cheryl and Jolm have established
these scholarships to provide financial assistance for
students pursuing higher education - a passion of the
entire Heard family.

Gifts to scholarships may be made to the Development Office, 210 Meadville St., Edinboro, PA 16444,
online at www.edinboro.edu, or by contacting 814-732-2992.

Dr. Eric Wiser Honors Schoiarship for Bioiogy or Pre-Med

Patricia R. Jarvis Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was
created in loving memory
of Patricia Jarvis, a beloved
wife and mother, by Capt.
Arthur Jarvis, USPH-Ret.,
her husband of almost
62 years, and their four
children (Robert, Karen,
Richard, and James). It
was Patricia's wish to
provide financial support
to deserving students to
succeed in art education or
science education.
Mrs. Patricia R. Jarvis
Art and Patricia Jarvis on their
was born and raised in the
wedding day, May 31,1947
Pittsburgh area, and served
in the U.S. Navy WAVES during the latter part of WWII.
Pat met Art Jarvis in the registration line at Edinboro State
College in September 1946. Art worked as a busboy at
the Crossroads Dinor and while dating, the couple had
to adhere to the strict nighttime curfew for all Edinboro
students. They were engaged that Christmas, and married
May 31,1947. In 1949, Patricia graduated from Edinboro
State Teachers College with a Bachelor of Science in Art
Education. Although she did not pursue a teaching career
after graduation, she continued to exercise her artistic
talents over many years, in media as diverse as oil and
acrylic painting, pottery. Southwest style silver-smithing,
hooked and woven rugs, and stained glass.

Drs. Amy and Eric Wiser and their
daughter Elise with President Brown

Jacqueline Christine Newsome
Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in honor and memory of Jacqueline
Christine Newsome, a diligent single mother raising three
children who enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program at
Edinboro in 2007, but tragically passed away at the age of
35. She was also a student worker at Edinboro University
in Meadville and was awarded the Student Employee
of the Year Award in 2008, while maintaining a 2.8 GPA.
Jacqueline inspired countless individuals to enroll at the
University, and personally touched many single-parent
women. She would have been proud in knowing that
a scholarship award in her name would support other
single mothers as they pursue their higher education
degrees at Edinboro University.

President Brown with Rev. Berta Newsome, Melissa Burnett,
and Jaqueline's three children, Demarius, DIandra, and
Kiashiah

... continued on page 18

EDINBORO H ADVANCEMENT NEWS

Dr. Eric Wiser and his wife Amy are both family physicians practicing together
in Sublimity, Oregon. Eric, originally from Philadelphia, has established
this scholarship for deserving students so that they may experience the
exceptional benefits he received as a former student of Edinboro University. His
undergraduate experience prepared him for the demands he faced at Temple
University Medical School. He credits his Edinboro professors for laying a solid
foundation in biology and pre-med that allowed him to perform on a level playing
field with his Ivy League educated colleagues. Eric chose Edinboro University for
his undergraduate degree because it was affordable and he found the admissions
department to be on top of all the requirements for pre-med students. Following
medical school, Eric completed his residency in family practice at Saint Vincent
Health Center in Erie, as did his wife. Today, he and Amy enjoy rural medicine
because both are able to practice obstetrics in addition to family medicine. Eric
and Amy have a one young daughter, Elise.

New Scholarships
... continued from page 17

ADVANCEMENT NEWS

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EDINBORO

Irlbacher Family Scholarship
The Irlbacher name has been a familiar name on the
Edinboro University campus for many years. David
Irlbacher received
a bachelor's degree
in Elementary
Education from
Edinboro in 1973
and earned his
master's degree in
1978 and principal
certification
Front row: Kitty Irlbacher, President
from Duquesne
Brown and Dave Irlbacher; back row:
University. Dave
Vice President Bruce Whitehair and
has been an
Alumni Affairs Director Jon Pulice
active member
of the Edinboro University Alumni Association Board
of Directors since 1987 and received the distinction of
Lifetime Member. Dave is an enthusiastic volunteer for
the University and graciously assists with recruiting,
fundraising and athletic events. His wife, Katharine
(Kitty), is a 1974 graduate of Edinboro. They have
three children: Jennifer, Scott, and Rebecca. Scott is a
2004 and 2006 graduate of Edinboro and Rebecca is a
2007 graduate, making her the eighth member of the
family to graduate from Edinboro University. They
have established this scholarship because of their belief
in higher education and so others may continue the
Edinboro University tradition of commitment, loyalty
and service.

Katelyn Nicole Martibelio
Memorial Scholarship
Katelyn N.
Martibelio was
a freshman
psychology major at
Edinboro University
and tragically
passed away on
February 14, 2009.
Katelyn was a
Daryl Schlottman, Nicole's father,
graduate of North
and his wife, Bonnie Schlottman with
Pocono High School President Brown
and a member of
Sigma Alpha Iota music sorority at Edinboro University.
Katelyn's family established this scholarship fund to not

only honor and cherish her memory but also encourage
the same commitment to education and family and
enthusiasm for living that Katelyn demonstrated during
her short life. The award will provide financial assistance
to a deserving psychology or music student.

Edinboro University Guitar
Achievement Award
Erik Mann joined the faculty of Edinboro University in
2005. He teaches Applied Guitar, Guitar Ensemble, and
Class Guitar. Erik received his bachelor's degree from
Towson University and his master's degree from the
Cleveland Institute of Music. In addition to his position
at Edinboro University, he teaches Guitar Literature and
Guitar Pedagogy at the Cleveland Institute of Music and
serves on the faculty of the Pennsylvania Governor's
School for the Arts. Erik, driven by dedication for
music, established
this annually
funded award
to inspire and
motivate students
of guitar toward
academic excellence
Dr. Gary Grant, Professor Erik Mann
and President Brown

at Edinboro
University.

Dr. Randy Rodak Speech/Language
Patholo^ Memorial Award
Dr. Randy Rodak obtained his undergraduate degree
from Edinboro University in 1976 and completed his
master's in Speech Pathology in 1979. He earned a
medical degree in Osteopathic Medicine from Des
Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in
1985. Randy and his advisor. Dr. David Potoker, former
Edinboro University faculty member, recently renewed
their friendship. When
Randy passed away in
October 2008, David,
a speech pathologist
in private practice,
generously created an
annual award in Randy's
honor to a provide
Dr. David Potoker and Dr. Roy
financial assistance to
Shinn near the construction
students in the Speech/
of the new Human Services
Language Pathology
Building which will be the home
of the Speech, Language and
graduate program.
Hearing Department

New Scholarships Benefit Student-Athletes
Craig Troyer Family
Wrestling Scholarship

Cliff Moore,
assistant coach;
Craig Troyer;
Tim Flynn, head
wrestling coach;
Kyle Cerminara,
assistant coach;
and Bruce
Baumgartner,
athletic director

For over 20 years, Craig Troyer and his family have
provided support to the Edinboro University athletic
program and student-athletes. Craig has exhibited
exceptional generosity and civic responsibility to his
community, providing financial support and leadership
to many non-profit organizations. As an advocate and
supporter of Edinboro, Craig is creating this scholarship to
provide increased support to deserving student-athletes.

Anthony and Angela Rinella Wrestling Endowment

t

Anthony Rinella with
Athletic Director Bruce
Baumgartner

Eberle’s Physical Therapy Scholarship
Mark and Michelle Eberle have exhibited exceptional generosity and
civic responsibility to the Edinboro community. They are advocates
and supporters of Edinboro University and its athletic programs. They
have established a new scholarship to provide financial assistance to
deserving student-athletes and believe wheelchair basketball is an
excellent way to bring attention to the needs of students on campus
and disabled people within the community. The scholarship will be
awarded to an incoming freshman or upperclass student who is a
Athletic Director Bruce Baumgartner,
Mark and Michelle Eberle and Wheelchair member of the Edinboro University Wheelchair Basketball Team.

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Basketball Coach Jim Glatch

Dr. Carolyn J. Merry
Geosciences Scholarship
Dr. Carolyn J. Merry, a zealous and proficient leader
in the field of Geosciences, received her Bachelor of
Science in Geology from Edinboro State College in
1972, a master's degree in Geology from Dartmouth
College in 1977, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from
President Brown with
Dr. Carolyn Merry and
her husband, Robert
Redfield

the University of Maryland in 1988. Carolyn is currently
Professor and Chair of the Department of Civil and
Environmental Engineering and Geodetic Science at
The Ohio State University (OSU) and serves as the
Director of the Center for Mapping. Her scientific service
includes publication of over 100 technical articles,
authorship of several chapters of books, service on
proposal review panels for federal agencies, and serving
as a reviewer for technical journals. The scholarship
will be awarded to a student majoring in Geosciences
and will be awarded in furtherance of the University's
diversity mission with particular attention to, but not
limited to, female students matriculating in the field of
geosciences.

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EDINBORO rl ADVANCEMENT NEWS

Anthony Rinella is no stranger to competition. As a former wrestler, Tony has fond
memories of his years on the University Wrestling Team. He earned a bachelor's degree
in business administration from Edinboro University in 2000, with a concentration in
Financial Services and a minor in Speech Communications. Today Tony is currently a
successful Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley, New York and is dedicated to serving
individual and institutional investors worldwide. Anthony's goal in establishing this
endowment is to ensure continuing success of deserving Edinboro University student­
athletes on the mats and in today's competitive job market.

New Scholarships
... continued from page 19

Third Annual
Ken Kopin Awards
Reception

ADVANCEMENT NEWS O

EDINBORO

Semler-O’Malley Award for Single Mothers
Jessica Semler and Heather O'Malley, recent graduates
of Edinboro University, met and became good friends as
a result of the June 2008 PASSHE Women's Consortium
Undergraduate Women's Leadership Institute. Selected
as Edinboro representatives, the retreat provided learning
opportunities about empowerment, leadership, and
how to implement change in themselves as well as their
communities.
During Women's History Month, countless women are
honored who endured struggles and hardships in order
to pave the way for others. Jessica and Heather recognize

that many women
today continue to
demonstrate that
same strength and
spirit. They are
establishing this
award to honor
single mothers
working toward
a degree. Often
Left to Right: Heather O'Malley,
Marilyn Goellner, President Brown,
these women juggle
Patricia Semler and Jessica Semler
difficult schoolwork.
multiple jobs, and
the responsibilities that come with being a parent. This
award not only will provide financial assistance, but will
serve to celebrate the student's hard work and help her to
continue to work toward her goals. ■

JULIA WEBER (MIDDLE) RECENTLY WAS HONORED
WITH EDINBORO UNIVERSITY’S KEN KOPIN ART

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP DURING A RECEPTION
AT Ml SCUZI RISTORANTE ITALIANO IN ERIE.
Tom Halmi, Julia Weber
and Barry Grossman

Julia, an art major who
graduated in December
with a Bachlor of Fine
Arts degree in ceramics,
was presented with the
scholarship and a print
of a Ken Kopin piece
reproduced from an
original painting owned by
Tom Halmi (left), class of
'64, who studied with Ken
at Edinboro some 40 years
ago. Also pictured is Barry
Grossman, Mi Scuzi owner
and another Kopin friend

who helped establish the
scholarship.
The late Ken Kopin, who
graduated from Edinboro
in 1961, was a beloved art
teacher in the Erie School
District for many years,
receiving the district's
Teacher of the Year Award
in 1989. He also coached
girls' basketball at Strong
Vincent High School and
developed the visual
arts program for Erie's
School for the Performing

and Visual Arts. Always
true to his own art, he
participated in many local
and national juried shows
throughout the years. His
work appears in permanent
collections at colleges and
universities, more than
50 private collections, the
Erie Art Museum and the
American Kennel Club in
New York City.
Ken died in 2002,
but was posthumously
awarded the 2003

Edinboro University
Distinguished Alumni
Award in Education.
This art scholarship
was later established to
honor and remember
Ken while providing
financial assistance to
students, encouraging their
commitment to education
and art as demonstrated by
Ken during his lifetime.

Accessible College:
A Case Study
EDINBORO UNIVERSITY CAMPUS FEATURED

IN AUGUST 2009 ISSUE OF PARAPLEGIA NEWS
by Scott Speser, AIA

Edinboro

University’s
faculty, students,

and staff have

made a firm
commitment to
students with
disabilities.

The college years are a transition between childhood and adulthood. It is an
exciting time, but also a difficult one. It can be even more difficult for people
with disabilities, as they must overcome physical and cultural barriers in order
to maneuver through the challenges of everyday life as a college student.
Some colleges do a better job of addressing the special needs of students
with disabilities than others, and Edinboro University is an excellent example
of how a school can provide for the special needs of students with disabilities,
programmatically and in the physical environment.
Of Edinboro's 8,200 plus undergraduate and graduate students,
approximately 100 use wheelchairs, and the University has implemented a
comprehensive program to promote "independence, individuality, and
determination" for all students enrolled.
The school maintains a fully accessible campus and an Adapted Intramural
and Recreational Sports Center that supports wheelchair basketball and
football, adaptive snow skiing, and adaptive bowling. The University also
sponsors wheelchair basketball and power-lifting teams. Delta Alpha Pi,
an honor society for students with disabilities, is active on the campus.
Oversight for these programs is conducted by the Office for Students
with Disabilities. OSD addresses the needs of not only students who use
wheelchairs but those with other disabilities as well. Major services include
personal care, van transportation, wheelchair maintenance, learning-disability
support, a living-skills center, an academic aide system, a tactile laboratory,
and an assistive technology center. Most important for the success of these
programs, however, is the support of the entire University faculty, staff, and
student population.

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enrollment increase
#1 in PASSHE
In addition to surpassing the
all-time record for enrollment in
the institution's 152-year history,
Edinboro University's enrollment
increase of 8 percent over last year is
the largest increase of all 14 schools
in the Pennsylvania State System
of Higher Education (PASSHE).
Edinboro's fall 2009 freeze numbers
reveal a total enrollment of 8,287
students, an increase of 616 students
compared to last year's freeze
numbers. "Affordable post-secondary
education is more critical than ever,"
said President Brown. "Students and
parents appreciate that we
can provide the students of the
Commonwealth with excellent and
affordable education." Recently, U.S.
News and World Report ranked
Edinboro fourth in the north
region among universities offering
undergraduate and master's degree
programs for students who graduated
with least amount of debt.

University named
‘Military Friendly School’
Edinboro University has been named
a "Military Friendly School" by G.I.
Jobs, a nationally celebrated veteranowned magazine and website that
provides education, transition
assistance, and job opportunities

for military personnel. The annual
rankings honor the top 15 percent
of colleges, universities, and trade
schools doing the most to recruit and
retain America's veterans as students.
Edinboro is renowned for the
services provided by its Office for
Students with Disabilities, and
Director Bob McConnell feels these
services may have secured
Edinboro's place on the G.I. Jobs
Military Friendly campuses list.
"I think we were included because
of the services for veterans with
disabilities and our ability to provide
the necessary support services they
need to attend and be successful at
the University," McConnell said.

‘Going Green’ more than
mere talk at Edinboro
Clean, renewable energy has long
been more than a mere catch-phrase
at Edinboro University. It has become
a recognized fact of life that not
only helps manage and stabilize
the University's multi-million-dollar
economy but also contributes to
reduction of the institution's carbon
footprint in northwestern
Pennsylvania.
The latest development in
Edinboro's drive toward a "green"
and highly sustainable University
environment is the announcement
by Pennsylvania Governor Edward
G. Rendell that Edinboro will receive

$474,000 for a 210-kilowatt solar
array to be constructed atop
McComb Fieldhouse. According
to Rendell's announcement,
besides generating electricity for
the University, the array will allow
Edinboro to market and sell solar
renewable energy credits.
Slated for completion by
September 2010, the Edinboro array's
.21-megawatt solar capacity will not
only annually generate 227 megawatt
hours of electricity but also reduce
carbon emissions by some 272 tons.
"At Edinboro, we all take pride in
the many initiatives we've launched
toward energy conservation and
reduction," said President Brown.
"All have resulted not just in the
energy savings, cost efficiency and
solid monetary savings, but also in
off-setting carbon emissions by
countless tons."
For example. President Brown
pointed to the multi-million-dollar/
multi-year energy reduction and
conservation partnership between
Edinboro University and Honeywell
Building Solutions that has been
ongoing since 2007, resulting in
guaranteed cost and energy savings
campuswide. "It's also important to
note that the new solar array is in
addition to the many geothermal
wells being drilled for the heating
and cooling at all new and
renovation campus building
projects," he said.

Edinboro University iaunches Cooper Hall expansion & renovation

Cooper Hall wall-breaking team.

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Architectural rendering of Cooper Hall.

Edinboro first State System institution
to go “Green” for commencement

A decorated
"Green " cap.

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It wasn't a ground-breaking. It was a waZZ-breaking!
Edinboro University and state officials on January 22
launched the $29 million Cooper Hall renovation­
expansion project with a unique ceremony in which
participants smashed a wall - bearing a tartan bulls-eye,
no less - to smithereens! While the original 90,000
square feet is being totally renovated, the facility will
also be expanded by some 30,000 square feet. "We know
that Cooper Hall will soon become the region's finest
academic science building and one of the most
sophisticated and technologically advanced in
the state," said President Brown.

Construction, including implementation of a
geothermal heating and cooling system and creation of a
new greenhouse, will take about two years. The building
is expected to be fully occupied by January 2012. Cooper
Hall, when completed, will house departmental offices
for various science faculty, lecture halls, classrooms
and instructional laboratories. It will also house the
planetarium, observatory and a new greenhouse that will
contribute to a Living-Learning environment designed to
facilitate teaching and research opportunities related to
sustainability. View the wall-breaking video on YouTube:
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Edinboro University
has taken its dedication
to protecting the
environment to the
next level. In December,
Edinboro graduates
were decked out in
December 2009 graduates and
GreenWeaver graduation
their "Green" caps.
caps and gowns made of
100 percent, post­
consumer recycled plastic bottles. Edinboro was the
first university in the Pennsylvania State System of
Higher Education to have its graduating class wear
the "green" caps and gowns.
Each GreenWeaver gown keeps an average of 23
plastic bottles from winding up in a landfill. More
than 530 Edinboro students graduated on
December 19. That equated to more than
12,300 recycled bottles being kept from
landfills. The new graduation gear is produced
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National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA) for over
6 years. Recently, the work done
by Hurd and his wife Robin, a
nationally recognized expert in
working with students with
disabilities, was detailed in an
extensive article on NASAs Website.
The article can be found at http: / !
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foreducators/ a-feel-for-astronomy.
html. David, who is also director of
the University's planetarium, and his
wife Robin, in association with tactile
engineer John Matelock, have

worked through Edinboro and
NASA to develop tactile, or textured,
products that can be used in teaching
about space to students who are
visually impaired. The star product
of their work is the guidebook
"Tactile Guide to the Solar System."
The guide illustrates the comparative
size and distance of the planets in
the solar system and also details
the individual characteristics of
each planet. The objects in the
guide are not smooth, like a ball,
but textured so students can
understand that planets have
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by Oak Hall Cap & Gown, a Virginia
manufacturer of academic apparel.
To create the material for each gown,
recyclable bottles are processed and
chopped into fragments called
"flakes." The flakes are then melted
and solidified into uniform pellets
called "chips." Chips are melted and
converted to filament yarn, which is
woven and dyed.

PMI AND EDINBORO UNIVERSITY
BRING UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP TO ERIE
Edinboro University and Precision Manufacturing Institute (PMI) have entered into a collaborative agreement
that brings PMI’s successful Meadville workforce-based training programs to the University’s Porreco Center.
Through this unique partnership, Edinboro and PMI will help educate Erie’s workforce in technical
disciplines required in today’s job marketplace, providing participants with greater access to rapidly changing
and evolving technology.
The partnership, which has flourished in Meadville, is seen as a positive step
forward in Erie’s job and economic development.
“Having a skilled workforce is presently a challenge, and it will become even*-,,
more so in the future," said President Brown. “By partnering with PMI at our centrally
located Erie facility, we will meet a need that has long been recognised. Whereas, in
the past, adequate resources to conduct such training for our local businesses and
their employees have been limited at best or simply unavailable.’’
He said the partnership with PMI will work closely with local businesses to ensure
they have the well-trained workers they need for their continued viability and success.
“Our workforce in Erie and in northwestern Pennsylvania is our most precious asset,” he said. “We have some of the best
and most willing workers in the country. What’s needed is training. The education we will now be able to provide will help
companies sustain themselves with this most important resource - our skilled workforce; by offering the programmes we
are, in essence, manufacturing manufacturers. It’s a shared vision which has brought our two institutions together, a win-win
proposition for Erie residents and businesses.”

Now if only
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STUDENT LOOKS BACK
By Mary Amidon Murray

Few people can say they are living the good life, but that's
what I've been doing for the last 18 months. I took the
bold step of enrolling in the Master's program in
Communication Studies at Edinboro University. While I
was banking on an advanced degree, what I didn't
anticipate was developing a new set of younger friends,
most of whom I could be their mother.
Eight years earlier, I had left my 20-plus-year career in
daily newspapering to become a taxi-driver to my three
young children. As they entered their teens and their
college educations loomed on the horizon, I figured the
best way to re-enter the job market would be to arm
myself with some new skills. I had no qualms about
sitting in the classroom again, but what I did not
anticipate was that my peers would be 30 years younger
than me. Initially, I found friendship with another
non-traditional grad student who worked as a graduate
assistant in the same office where I was lucky enough to
land. Tracey, 37, generally helped me to navigate this new,
exciting but foreign terrain.
I had a false sense of security but got my comeuppance
when the class discussions turned to new media. I'd
never been on YouTube, never texted and clearly didn't
have a Facebook page. My classmates were more than
kind, helping me set up a Facebook account and walking
me through myriad other techie tasks for which I
sheepishly sought help.

It was during group work, when I was forced to
engage with my 20-something peers, that I developed
friendships. Kelly, 22, and I have made a pact to stay in
touch. It doesn't seem to matter that I am 10 years older
than her mother. Keri, who I have nicknamed "my honey
bun," says I make her day and make her laugh. She is
filled with energy and wit, and she makes my day, too.
My peers have filled me with hope for their future and
my own. I cheer them on and encourage them in their job
pursuits. These grad students have provided me with a
safe haven, a place where I, too, can grow. They've also
taught me that people in their 20s have more substance
than I previously had given them credit. Who cares if they
don't remember Watergate and Vietnam? Those are not
exactly sterling moments in our nation's history. Instead,
they've got their eyes on the future.
Now if only they'll teach me to 'tweet.'

Mary Amidon Murray graduated in August
2009 with an M.A. in Communication
Studies from Edinboro University.

4 longer version of this article appeared in
the National Communication Association
Spectra June/July 2009 issue

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Alumni Activities

Members of the Host
Committee include:
Allison Bressler, ’03, ’05
Jamie (Luby) Lenzo, ’99
Bryan Lenzo, ’00

New Albany Country Club was the setting for the July 18 Alumni Gathering. Those in attendance included: President Jeremy D.
Brown and Rebeca Acuna, Allison Bressler, ’03, ’05, Aileen Clark, ’57, Brian, ’97 and Kelly Decker, Donna Deeter, ’01, Julie
Fedders, ’69, ’70, Mary, ’82, and Jeffrey Foster, Kristen, ’94, ’07, and Michael Garcia, Michael, ’70, and Michelle, ’69, ’70,
Higgins, Daniel, ’70, and Delores Higham, Dawn, ’85, and Ken Hodges, Ingrid Jacobs, ’86, Susan KahrI, ’70, Kathleen, ’75,
and Clayton Kie, Jason Law, ’00, Bryan, '00, and Jamie, ’99, Lenzo, Carolyn Merry, ’72, Kenneth, ’59, and Peggy, ’60, Miller,
Jon Pulice, ’90, ’92, Niaz Shaikh, ’91, Herman Tomer, ’71, Lynda Waring, ’66, Noel, ’71, and Juanita Watson, Bruce Whitehair,
’73, Sharon Zielsdorf, ’73.

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Every summer the sisters of Alpha Sigma Alpha from the Pittsburgh area meet for lunch. Sisters pictured include:
(back row) - Patti (Kubinac) Wall, ’72, Judy (Stoeckleln) Davis, '72, Kathi (Jarzynka) Green, '72, Connie (Mac) Karrs, '72,
(front row) - Becky (Quinn) Olechnowicz, ’72, Joanne (Zappa) Yingling, ’72, Donna (Schneider) Berger, ’72.

(L-R) William Spoonhoward, ’65, Patrick Santelli, ’62, Pamela, ’65, and William Golla, ’64, Carmen Violi, ’57, and
Joseph Lodge, ’62, enjoy spending an afternoon together playing bocce at the Santelli home located in Allison Park, Pa.
The background sculpture is the work of alumnus James Myford, ’62.

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AND THE WINNERS ARE . . .

(front row): Becky Stafford, '72, and her husband Bill, '70,
owners of Subway Sandwiches in Edinboro, (back row left
to right): Paul Belosh, '69, and Jon Pulice, '90 and '92.
The Stafford's won a two-night stay at the Comfort Inn
and Suites (Edinboro) for Homecoming Weekend 2010.

Alumni Board Member Paul Belosh, '69, Todd Rebich,
president of Rebich Investments in Edinboro, and Director
of Alumni Relations Jon Pulice, '90 and '92. Rebich was the
winner of the Splash Lagoon (Erie) Get-Away Package.

(left to right): Alumni Board Member Paul Belosh,
'69, Michelee Curtze, '72 and '75, Fritz Curtze, and
Jon Pulice, '90 and '92. Michelee and Fritz were the
proud winners of 12 gift certificates for local and
national chain restaurants.

Alumni on the Move Award

Sue Alex

Sue Alex received the Alumni on the Move Award at the 21st Annual Speech and
Hearing Alumni Conference held on the campus of Edinboro University for her extraordinary
achievements over the past 20 years. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing
Disorders in 1988 and a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 1989, both from
Edinboro. Sue then took a position as a speech-language pathologist in the Palm Beach County
(FL) School District. She advanced through several positions in the school district to her current
one as Exceptional Student Education Program Planner for Speech, Language, Deaf, Hard
of Hearing and Pre-Kindergarten Programming. Now in her 20th year with the district. Sue
oversees 307 speech-language pathologists in 186 schools. Those schools serve over 173,000
students, with over 15,000 receiving speech-language services. She has arranged for several
Edinboro graduate students to intern in her district over the past few years, where they have
provided services to children from very diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

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a tropical weekend of swimming, water slides, and a complimentary pizza party!

ALUMNI ATTENDING THIS YEAR INCLUDED:
William, '93, '97, and Barbara (Warhold), '93, '95, Adair

Lock Haven, PA

Trisha (Zappitelli) Obermiyer, '88

Conneaut, OH

Aamir, '92, '97, and Cheryl (Ashbaugh), '94, Anwar

Pittsburgh, PA

Wesley, '99, and Kimberly (Schmid), '99, Palmer

Erie, PA

John Aufman, '70

Allison Park, PA

Ryan Post, '97

North East, PA

Michelle (O’Brien) Beddick, '04

West Springfield, PA

Paul, '89 and Laura (Nee), '90, Robinson

Pittsburgh, PA

Matthew Beighley, '97

Whiteford, MD

John, '90 and Debra (Harayda), '83, '85, Seneta

Albion, PA

Kelly (Nee) Bongiorno, '88

Fairview, PA

Kim (Headlee) Shawley, '85

North Versailles, PA

Michelle Crowther, '95

Youngsville, PA

William Spoonhoward, '65

Freedom, PA

Daniel Flatt, '98

Warren, PA

Scott Stiteler, '03

Pittsburgh, PA

Leighann (Williams) Forbes, '88, '94

Waterford, PA

Jeffrey Thimons, '97

Brackenridge, PA

Harry, '70, and Maureen (Beighley), '70. Fry

Munhall, PA

Kristen (Duray) Watson, '99

Monroeville, PA

Joseph Gavio, '89

Fairview, PA

Jennifer (Schneider) Woolstrum, '97

Pittsburgh, PA

William, '64, and Pamela (Santelli), '65, Golla

Pittsburgh, PA

Traci (Sobol) Zassick, '93

Sewickley, PA

Katharine (Mersek) Zusman, '89

Willoughby, OH

Marie Hayes, '00

Irwin, PA

David, '79, and Teresa (Skalka), '80, Huzinec

Girard, PA

Beth Kendra, '95

Concord Twp, OH

Barbara (Boeh) Kralik, '75

Verona, PA

Richard, '92, Malinas and Rebecca, '94, Rowell-Malinas

Concord, OH

Gary Marches, '64

Carnegie, PA

Monica (Cartwright) Mathers, '93

North Warren, PA

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We will definitely go again as long as it's offered!

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ALUMNI ACTIVITIES

On January 15 and 16, Edinboro University’s Office of Alumni Relations hosted the 5th annual
Family Fun Event at Splash Lagoon in Erie, Pa. Over 150 alumni and family members enjoyed

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Classmates
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Classmates of the ’60s and ’70s gathered at the Edinboro Hotel on August 26, 2009 for a day of reminiscing.
This event was organized by Mike Chriest, '66.

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James A. Moran,’70

Paul M. Belosh, '69

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Robert Oglevee, ’65

John Buchko

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Paul J. Perowicz, ’67 and ’73

Jerry E. Cass, ’67

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John D. Horrell, ’68

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James Prokell, ’72

Michael J. Chriest, '66

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Douglas Isaac, ’66

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Henry T. Rish, ’67 and ’73

Joseph C. DiFiore, ’65

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Daniel B. DITullio, ’70

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David W. Korenich, ’66

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G.M. Kovacs,’66

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William H. Thompson,’73

Dennis A. Ewing, ’67 and ’93

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Bernard W. Frohne, ’70

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Frank G. Gentile, ’69 and ’71

Gary E. Boyle, ’64

Kenneth P. Brandt, ’69 and ’72
Jack L. Case, ’65 and ’71
Domenic OiVito

Thomas D. Halmi, ’64 and ’70
Thomas P. Hargest, ’70 and ’96
Thaddeus A. Kiesnowski, ’64

William P. Dunbar, ’67 and ’70

Charles Gallagher, ’69

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Richard B. Massucci, ’70 and ’74

Melvin V. Zachetti, ’70 and ’73

James B. McGowan, ’66

Thomas J. Zahorchak,’71

Frederic A. Krehely, ’64

Dennis L. Merritt, ’66
James P. Mullaugh, ’70

Edward J. Stotsky, ’64 and ’66
Kenneth R. Walker, ’70

Michael R. Zahorchak, ’64

Alumni Activities
Carrying On the
Edinboro Legacy
The staff at the Johnsonburg Area Elementary School in Elk County, Pa. take a few minutes to posefor a group "Boro” photo. J.A.E.S. has
the distinguished honor of having 17 Edinboro graduates on their current staff. In addition, the staff can boast that 9 of their children,
8 spouses and numerous other relatives carry on the Edinboro tradition.

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These Edinboro Alumni are proud to have contributed to the distinction of their elementary school having achieved adequate yearly
progress for five consecutive years now.

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ALUMNI ACTIVITIES

Front Row: Joann (Smith) Castle, ’77, Jim Phmerano, '74, Tim Raubenstrauch, '00, Rick Zeigler, '75, Barb (Beichner) Pistner,
'73. Row 2: Lori (Shrefler) Oknefski, '83, Elaine Steis, '72, Becky Pistner, '05, Karen (Trumbull) Cline, '68, Sue (Bizzak) Stitt,
'70, Sylvia “Cindy" (Cherry) Carnessali, '71, Lois (Storrar) Kneidel, '74, Debbie (Chadwick) Bressler, '71, Dennis Crotzer, '79,
'07. Back Row: Judi (Novosel) Cook, '72 ,’75, Gina (Hartle) Schreiber, '98, Melinda Lindberg, '08.
Submitted by:
Debbie (Chadwick) Bressler, '71, granddaughter of Lulu (Galey) Brenneman, 1910, mother of Allison Bressler, '03, '05,
Lori (Shrefler) Oknefski, '83, wife of Kevin Oknefski, '84, sister of Larry Shrefler, '75, '94, Rick Zeigler, '75, husband of
Elizabeth (Walker) Zeigler, '75, father of Dan Zeigler, '09.

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Alumni Visits

Gary and Margaret Hertweck, '77, returned to campus
for the first time in more than 30 pius years and met with
Bruce Whitehair, vice president for university advancement.
Margaret was a philosophy major who has enjoyed a
successful career in healthcare administration. She is
currently director of marketing for Psychological Skills
Press. Her husband, Gary (aka Garret Hart), has worked
professionally as program director of WMDI (now JET FM),
PD/OM for WAPL/WHBY in Appleton, Wisconsin, program
director for WOVE in Pittsburgh, and format manager for
Sirius Satellite Radio.

Bruce Whitehair, vice president for university advancement,
had breakfast with Nils Schroder, '64, and his wife, Karen,
during a trip to California last July.

The winning foursome (by drawing) of the 18th Annual Alumni and Friends Homecoming 2009 Golf Outing (left to right): Brady
McFadden, '07, Corry Lino, '99, Chris Rudd, '98, and Jason Keller, '96.

LAMBDA CHI ALPHA GOLF OUTING
Lambda Chi Alpha held a golf outing at Lindenwood Country Club in Canonsburg, Pa. on August 1 to raise money for Lambda
Chi Alpha’s scholarship program.

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Emeritus, was elected as a lifetime member
of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

ALUMNI ACTIVITIES

Pictured are: (first row) Matt Dewe; (second row, left to right) Gary Mack, '97, Jim Ackeison, '82, Jim Kirk, '74, Doug Vizzini,
'80, Jon Prestia; (third row) Frank Pizza Purrachio, '82, Jim Bennett, '78, Steve Greco, '80, Ray Yeager, '79; (fourth row) Matt
Fregiy, John Junker, '77, '90, Vic Perri, '75, Matt Smith, Rick Bray; (fifth row) Jay Coniey, '75, Mike Ondovichik, John Ernst,
Doug Boyer, '78, Mike Brzozowski, '74, Cari Uimer, and Dave Yundt, '75. Members of the winning team include John Ernst,
Jim Kirk, '74, Dave Yundt, '75, and Matt Smith. Missing from photo: Chip Young

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Dear Alumni Association,

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I am a 1972 graduate of Edinboro University. My degree

was for elementary and special education. After return­
ing from my first homecoming this year, I decided that it

was about time that I made a donation to the university
that helped me to have such a wonderful life.

Sincerely,

Laura Leete, '72

I would like to thank all of you for your hard work and

Dear Alumni Office Friends,

energy at this years Homecoming. I was able to attend

Just a quick note to say hello and give you an update!

for the first time in many years. It was a treat and your

Just finished my first year in Temple University's

efforts were evident.

Music History Masters Program where I have a full
assistantship with a Teaching Assistant position. I'm

Best regards,

preparing to write my thesis in the summer/fall,

Wayne A. Ligato, '72

which deals with the interconnectedness of Irish "Art"

and "Traditional" music, with a particular focus on

President, CMI-Promex, Inc.
Pedricktown, New Jersey

urban settings during the 18th and 19th centuries. I
was recently awarded a substantial grant through the
Presser Foundation to travel back to Ireland (I spent

winter break there as well) to continue my research

and attend conferences. Just wanted to say thank you
for everything and let you know what this proud
Edinboro Alum is up to!

Thanks for the birthday wish.
Last month I was up for homecoming with the
expressed purpose of meeting Bob Palmer, my

freshman/sophomore roommate. Bob and I haven't

Sincerely,

Alisha Nypaver, '08

seen each other, probably since the very early '70s. It
was wonderful to be back at Edinboro, where I spent

some of the best years of my life, and to spend a day

with my old roomie.

Thanks for the memories and the birthday wish.

Charles Lucas, '62
... continued on page 38

EDINBORO m WE HEAR FROM .

Brenda Tucci, Alumni Event Coordinator, Wayne Ligato, '72,
and the Flying Scotsman Just prior to the start of the parade.

We Hear From
Cussewago Alumni Gathering
Dear Alumni Office - Thank you for being so helpful

and for accommodating us in our efforts and endeavors

to bring together the former staff members of our won­
derful little Cussewago School. Memories of times past

keep the present vibrant.

Sincerely,

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Judy (Weber) Van Zandt, '68, and
the Cussewago Retirement Group
A gathering was held at the Riverside Inn in Cambridge
Springs, Pa. on June 26 for former staff members of
Cussewago Elementary School (Penncrest School District).
Edinboro Alumni in photo include: First row (left to right):
Judy (Weber) Van Zandt, '68, Judy (Luikart) Vanderwende,
'72, '79, Robert Braymer, '77, Jean Michalski Maas, '69,
'74. Second row (left to right): Betty (Spicer) Litke, '81,
Nancy (Peterson) Stover, '72, '76, '81, Phyllils Giewont,
'69, '72, Elaine Rudy, '86, '87, '88, Jean (Osborn)
Clausman, '73, '78, Marguerite Anekite, '66, Michael
Nageotte, '77, '83, Marilyn (Fucci) Filipos, '79, Judith
(Bosnjak) Guth, '69, Ronald Guth, '71. Third row (left to
right): Patti Fiely, '94, '03, Shani (Newark) Kingsley, '93,
Kathleen (Chamberlain) Cole, '79.

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NEWS NOTES
1957 - Richard Siegel Retired from Kean
University in Union, NJ. and relocated to Cape
Harwich, Mass.

Barbara Hauck, ’96, completed her first book, “A Picture
Palace Transformed: How Erie’s Warner Theatre Survived a Changing

1963 - Dr. Thomas Jambro was awarded

World,” which is based on the writings by the late EUP professor, Dr.

the Merchant Mariner License by the United States

John Marsh. Hauck also received the Applause Award of 2009 for her

Coast Guard, National Maritime Center, U.S.

dedication and contributions that have supported ArtsErie and arts in

Department of Homeland Security. Thomas is the

the community. She resides in Fairview, Pa. with her husband, Tom.

owner of the Harriet, a 43’ yacht located in the
Niagara River, Buffalo, N.Y.

1965 - Jean Smith was honored by
Cambridge Who’s Who for Excellence in Elementary

Education. Jean retired from the General McLane

ED IN B O R O

School District after 44 years of teaching. She resides

in Union City, Pa.

1971 - Phyllis
(Hohman) Hartman,
founder of PGHR Consulting,

NEW S N O TES O

Inc., located in Ingomar, Pa.,

co-authored “Never Get Lost
Again: Navigating Your HR
Career,” which was published
by the Society for Human

Resource Management and released at the national
conference in New Orleans. Phyllis is also an adjunct

professor at La Roche College and Slippery Rock
University. She resides in Pittsburgh, Pa.

1972 - Richard Conwell earned a doctorate
in Business Administration with a concentration
in Health Services Administration from Nova
Southeastern University. He received the Jefferson

Award for Public Service for his participation in

multiple volunteer activities throughout Western

1975 - Deborah (Reddinger) Suhrie

1987 - Maj.

received the Golden Apple Award. She is a first grade

Harold “Nevins'

teacher in Cape Coral, Fla. and has been teaching for

Parkinson,

33 years where she resides.

former Army Captain,
was promoted to

1976 - Michael Kane is the associate

the rank of Major

administrator for management and administration at

on June 21,2009

National Nuclear Security Administration. He received

during a ceremony in

the senior executive service development program’s

Coraopolis, Pa. Harold, his wife, Lori, and daughter,

"North Star Award” for his leadership in developing

Amanda reside in McKee’s Rocks, Pa.

the Nation’s next generation of federal senior
executives. He was also recognized for his support

1990 - John Kreeger was promoted to

of continuing professional education in leadership

the post of Assistant Director for Procurement at

and decision sciences. The award was presented

Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Ga. John

at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.

resides in Canton with his wife, Maxine.

1976 - Kim (Hopkins) Bender retired

1990 - Wayne Gizzi recently relocated to

after 33 years of service as a speech and language

Tarentum, Pa. and works for MS Refreshments;

pathologist for Crestwood School District, Mountain

a supplier for vending machines.

Top, Pa. Kim and her Edinboro roommate, Mary

Beth (Moyer) Wilson ’76, celebrated their

1990 - Capt. Stephen “Rich” Libicer,

friendship, milestone birthdays, and Kim’s retirement

was appointed June 22 to take command of the Las

with a fabulous Caribbean cruise in July.

Cruces state police district in New Mexico. Rich is

working toward his master’s degree at New Mexico

Pennsylvania. He resides in Cranberry Township, Pa.,

1978 - Dawn (Hamlin) McCombs,

with his wife Cecelia.

Ed.D., former classroom teacher of 23 years,

hunting and motorcycles. He resides in Las Cruces

accepted a new position as Literacy Specialist for the

with his wife, Michelle (Ratti) ’91, and their

Akron Public Schools. She and her husband reside in

two teenage sons.

State University and enjoys history, hockey, family,

Akron, Ohio.

1990 - Alexander Humanick is the
1978 - Sharon (McDuff) Monas, Health

regional vice president of the Lehigh Valley/Pocono

and Physical Education teacher at Perry Elementary

Division of Easter Seals Eastern Pennsylvania. He

School will be inducted into the Ohio High School

resides in Fogelsville, Pa.

Fastpitch Coaches’ Association Hall of Fame.

Sharon spent 24 years as the coach at Perry, retiring
following the 2002 season.

1994 - Lt. Mark
Flanigan, resident
of Arlington, Va., has

1972 - Rick Showman completed one

1980 - John Fannin was named by

been selected to join

year touring the friendly roads of Iraq as a civilian

the Kentucky Music Association as the State of

the US Delegation to

convoy driver for the U.S. Marines. He notes that

Kentucky’s College/University Teacher of the Year for

the Federation of United

this is good mental therapy for a 57-year- old with

2008-2009. John is an associate professor of music

Nations Associations

a mid-life crisis. Wife Bonnie ’88 agrees

at Murray State University in Murray, Ky.

and adds that it was a cheaper alternative to an
expensive rehabilitation hospital. They reside in

Orange Park, Fla.

Plenary Assembly in

Seoul, South Korea.

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1995 - Cherrell (Nicholson) Williams
received an MBA in Human Resources from the

Kelier Graduate School of Management. She and her
husband, Tim, reside in Charlotte, N.C.

1996 - Lonee Lona is an English teacher at
Roosevelt High School in Los Angeles, Cali, where she
also resides.

Alexander Bard, ’03, serves as the New
Hazlett Theater’s Operations Manager, located in

the north side of Pittsburgh. The New Hazlett
Theater has been awarded Best Practices in Arts
Management by the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council
because of a unique model individuals developed

Marriages

that allows aspiring performing artists and

1997 - Jennifer

1996 - Harold

(Kronenwetter) and

Holmstrom

Stephen Sporer, March 7,

had several of

2009. Jenna teaches secondary

his Shaker chairs

Government and Economics with

accepted by the

Troy Area School District. They

Buffalo Creek Gallery

the Cat Water Who

1998 - Jon Kirk and Julie

Signature Gallery in Edinboro. Hal operates the

Bruniany, September 5,2009.

Raspberry Woods Studio, located in Edinboro and

Jon is manufacturing manager

Lincolnton, N.C.

for Erie Specialty Products. The

2005 - Kathryn Hanlin and friend Russ

Campbell and

Stachewicz opened U Pick 6 Beer Store on upper

his two daughters

Peach Street in Erie, Pa. The store features twelve

couple resides in Edinboro, Pa.

enjoyed “Tartan

beers on tap and casual dining, as well as the

1999 - Tiffany (Harris)

Tuesday" and

opportunity for customers to mix-and-match their six

and Glover Jackson, July 24,

touring the campus.

packs. Katie is the creative director for Paragon Print

2009. They reside in Owings

Campbell hopes to

Systems and resides in Erie, Pa.

Mills, Md.

make this annual
event a daughter and dad tradition. Glenn resides in

2005 - Aubrae Matthews graduated with

Apollo, Pa.

honors from Portland State University, earning a

Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization

2001,’07 - Brent Jernigan received a

in Adult Outreach Education. She is employed in the

2003 - Kristen

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Edinboro

Adult Education Department at Portland State.

(Powell) and Michael

University and is the team leader at The

Casby, July 25,2009. Kristen

Neighborhood Academy - a college preparatory

and Michael are elementary

school whose mission is to serve low income students

school teachers and reside in

and families from a cross-section of Pittsburgh

was an elementary teacher in Baltimore, Md.

Sara Bressler, '07, participated in the 56th

Bath, Mich.

Presidential Inauguration as part of the largest
ever contingent of National Guard

2002 - Drew Carlin, DMD practices

members to serve in Washington

Pediatric Dentistry at Beautiful Smiles, Children’s

Bressler is a photographer

Dental Health in Erie, where he and his wife, Nadia

and member of the 171st Air

(lutcovich) ’04, reside.

Refueling Wing based in

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Coraopolis, Pa.

2003, ’05 - Natalie

(Bonavita) and Matthew
Spencer ’04, July, 28 2007.
Natalie is a speech-language
pathologist and Matt is finishing

law school at the University of

2002 - Anthony Williams earned a

Buffalo.

Masters in Information Management and an MBA
following graduation from Edinboro in 2002. He is

2004 - Jenelle (Laird)

the Dean of Student Affairs at The Neighborhood

and Thomas Henry, June

Academy in Pittsburgh, Pa.

13th 2009. They reside in

Breinigsville, Pa. and anxiously

2002 - John Tice, a 5th grade math teacher

await their new home to be built.

at Northern Shores Elementary School was named the
city’s 2009 Teacher of the Year. His wife, Sheree

(Johnson) ’02, is a 3rd grade teacher. They
reside in Suffolk, Va.

... continued on page 42

NEWS NOTES

1997 - Glenn

neighborhoods. Prior to joining the academy, Brent

EDINBORO

reside in Wellsboro, Pa.

in Shelby, N.C. and

NEWS NOTES
... continued from page 41

1998, ’03 - Stefanie

(Melani) and Michael

Family Additions

’36 - Alice (Scott) Campman,
March 25, 2009

Trudnowski ’98, twin
girls, Sofia Rose and Tessa Lynn,

’39 - Robert Scarpitti,

1990 - Kellie (Chuba) and Lt. Col. Richard

February 9, 2009. Stefanie is a

September 21,2009

Sposato, a son, Kyle Richard, March 5, 2009.

2nd grade teacher with the Fairview School District

He joins his three-year-old sister, Haley. The family

and Michael is principal with the Girard School

resides in Mountain Home, Idaho.

District. The family resides in Erie, Pa.

1994 - Dawn

1999 - Phillip Godak and wife Stacey, twins,

(Lohmyer) and husband

Mya Rose and Alexander Chase, July 20,2009. They

Michael McArdle, a son. Max

reside in Throop, Pa.

Daniel, October 2008. He joins
brother Reilly. The family resides

1999 - Amy (Antonik)

in Farmington Hills, Mich.

and husband, Greg Spence, a

’41 - Katherine (Artello) Cherry,
August 4, 2009

’43 - Lucille (Marti) Billig,
February 20, 2009

’43 - Frank Felice, December 20,2008
’45 - Ruth (Jones) Miller, June 22,2009

daughter. Piper Kennedy, March

’46 - Ruth (Sheldon) Taggart,

1996 - Jessica

12, 2009. The family resides in

July 22,2009

(Sturtevant) and husband,

Richmond, Va.

Kirk Decker, welcomed a son,
Milo Kurtis, April 30, 2009. He

’49 - Dorothy (Johnson) Grosch,

2002 - Joseph and

April 5, 2009

joins sister Olivia Priscilla. The

Destinie Bogda welcomed

family resides in Titusville, Pa.

a daughter, Kammie Elizabeth,

’49 - James Fordenbacher,

June 30, 2009. She joins big

December 26, 2008

1996, ’01 - Heather-

brother Kaiden. The family resides

Lee (Machacek) and

in Erie, Pa.

’51 - Reno Anderson, January 22,2009

Danika Lynn and Frank Bradley

2006 - Megan

’51 - James Hamilton, March 17,2009

III, February 27, 2009. They join

(Peganoff) and Greg

their sister Nicole Angelique. The

Zimmerman, a daughter,

husband, Brad Baron, twins,

family resides in Edinboro, Pa.

Kendall Jo, April 9, 2009. The
family resides in Lansdale, Pa.

1997 - Joan (Rager)
and Vincent Marangoni

’51 - June (Leopold) Manchester,
April 28, 2009

’53 - Ralph Bertram, February 19,2009
’57 - Joseph lacovetta, May 10,2009

’96, a daughter, Olyvia Rae,
March 21,2009. She joins big

sisters, Ada and Vi. They reside

’58 - James Beck, January 20,2009

In Memoriam

in Apollo, Pa.

’58 - Douglas Salmon, April 12,2009

’26 - Faye (Perry) Knapp, April 27,2009
’60 - Charlotte (Schenker) Hann,

1997, ’00 - Gina (Zanghi) and husband,
Salvatore Mazzara, a daughter, Adriana

’27 - Grace (Cardot) Seyboldt Heyl,

Josephine, December 4,2008. She joins big sister

July 1,2009

’61 - Wanda (Filipkowski) Luce,

Lucia. The family resides in Henderson, Nev.

’27 - Mary (Flanigan) Hamilton,
1997 - Tony Gigliotti

’97, a son, Joseph Vincent,
Callan Marissa. The family

resides in Warren, Pa.

May 22,2009

June 12,2009

’62 - Doris (Bemis) Ashton,

and Deborah (Callan)

October 1,2008. He joins sister

July 16, 2009

’30 - Sophia (Kowalski) Zilcosky,

August 26, 2009

April 22,2008

’62, ’68 - Mary Straneva, April 9,2009
’33 - Alice Salen, March 4,2009
’64 - Sharon Cerami, Ph.D.,

’34 - Harold Mallery, March 30,2009

April 19, 2009

Elton, a daughter, Kaylee Rose,

’34 - Virginia (Hays) Haven,

’64 - Joseph Ondrey, January 26,2008

April 13,2009. She joins brother

April 22, 2009

1998 - Phillip and Tara

’65, ’70 - Wayne Cable, April 21,2009

Ethan, 4. They reside in North
East, Pa.

’36 - Reba (Billings) Pierson,
July 14, 2009

’65, ’71 - John Hamilton, April 25,2009

'66 - Deane Lint, May 1,2009

’77 - Debra (Myers) Spiller,
September 18, 2009

’66 - Terry Hart, November 16,2008
’79 - Paul Lane, June 13,2009
'66, '71 - John Check, April 5,2009

’80 - Robert Thralls, April 26,2009
’68 - Jacqueline (Albanowski)
Laughlin, May 29,2009

’84 - R. Gene Trunzo, February 10,2009

’68 - Michele Deprille, January 31,2009

’85 - Andrew Sorensen, March 24,2008

’69 - Sharon (Stark) Belan,

’86 - Lisa (Lobasso) Whorral,

September 24,2009

September 28, 2008

’69 - Mary (Wolf) Haile, July 20,2009

’90 - Robert Seaberg, August 13,2009

’69, ’72 - Margaret “Marge” Karl,

’90 - Edward Mehalko, July 22,2009

September 9,2009

’92 - Scott Gates, July 31,2009
’69, ’73 - Sherleen (Whittenberger)

Fiorina, September 22,2007
’71 - Herman Joyner, April 5,2009

’93 - Linda (Emig) Field, July 30,2009
’93 - Deborah (Hunter) Sweeney,
April 30, 2009

’71 - Edmund Quinn Jr., November 17,2008

’94 - Rebecca Beynon, April 21,2009

Call for DAA Nominees

’71 - David Knowlton, March 14,2009

’95 - John Gilmore, March 27,2009
’72 - Mary (Louis) Rosenfeld,
September 7, 2009

’97 - Kathryn White, July 11,2009

’72 - Donald Walbridge, Sr.,

’01 - Tracy (Loper) Calabrese,

April 24, 2009

June 13,2009

’73 - Larry Deep, February 28,2008

’01 - Julie (Prenatt) Higgins,
March. 31.2009

’73 - Rae Ann Hollander, April 30,2009

’02, ’08 - Susan Esper. May 30.2009
’73 - Patricia (Posa) Moore,
February 16, 2009

’03 - Richard Gribenas, March 17.2009

’73 - Regis Uram, February 19,2009

’07 - Molly Stanton. March 7.2009

’74 - Earl Fuller, June 5,2009

’08 - John Trocki. August 13.2009

’74 - Rev. Byron Oakes, August 6,2009

’74 - Kathleen (Fulmer) Valeo,

Friends of the University

August 24, 2008

Dr. William Abplanalp. February 9.2009

’74 - William Rich, December 2,2008

Jane (Reynolds) Parsons, June 6,2009
’74, ’93 - Marilyn (Truran)

Simonette, February 27, 2009

Dr. Frank Taylor IV, June 5,2009
Dr. John L. Marsh, March 26,2009

’75 - Kenneth Honard, June 7,2009
Dr. James F. Huston, April 25,2009

’75 - William Snyder, May 1,2007
Julie Anne Green, April 11,2009

’75 - John T Molyneaux, October 31,2007
Dr. Eldon Shupe, March 5,2009

’76 - Robert Marzka, May 22,2009

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Edinboro University graduate
who should receive the
Distinguished Alumni Award,
submit your nomination online at
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Lou Rosselli
Inducted into Greater Buffalo Hall of Fame

Former Edinboro wrestling standout and assistant coach Lou Rosselli, ’93, was
inducted into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame on October 29. Rosselli was
one of ten members of the class of 2009.
He currently serves as the associate head wrestling coach at Ohio State and
was named the 2009 NWCA Assistant Coach of the Year. While in his fourth year as
an assistant coach with the Buckeyes, he served for 11 years as an assistant coach
at Edinboro after completing an illustrious career with the Fighting Scots.

In addition to his coaching career,
Rosselli established himself as one
of the top lightweight freestyle wrestlers
in the United States before retiring
after the 2000 Olympic Trials.

Lou Rosselli (photo by Mike Gallagher)

On the mats, Rosselli was a two-time All-American while competing for the
Fighting Scots from 1989-93, earning All-American honors with a fourth place finish
at 118 lbs. in 1991 and a third place finish at 118 lbs. in '93. He was named the
EWL Freshman of the Year in 1989 and became Edinboro’s first freshman to earn a
trip to the NCAA Division I National Championships. He was named the EWL and
PSAC Wrestler of the Year following his senior season.
The Middleport, N.Y. native graduated from Edinboro with a bachelor’s degree in
health & physical education in 1993. That same year he was named winner of
Edinboro’s Sox Harrison Award, presented to the top senior male athlete. He
departed with a 136-25-4, and still ranks fourth in career wins. Rosselli was a
three-time PSAC champion. Off the mats, he earned Academic All-American honors.
He then joined the Fighting Scots as an assistant coach. In his 11 seasons
he helped Edinboro become a force in the EWL and PSAC. In his final season
the Fighting Scots won their eighth EWL Tournament crown in nine years under
head coach Tim Flynn and also came away with their seventh PSAC title in the
last nine years.
In addition to his coaching career, Rosselli established himself as one of the top
lightweight freestyle wrestlers in the United States before retiring after the 2000
Olympic Trials. He won the U.S. National Championships in 1995, ’96 and ’99,
earning a berth on the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team with a dramatic victory in the finals
of the Olympic Trials. At the Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta, Rosselli
competed along with former collegiate coach Bruce Baumgartner. He was in
contention for a bronze medal before suffering a broken arm during his second
victory, forcing him to withdraw from the competition.
This marked the third Hall of Fame induction for Rosselli. He previously was
inducted into the Edinboro and Eastern Wrestling League Hall’s of Fame.

Dana Webb
Named Edinboro’s First Softbaii All-American

Dana Webb in action (photo by Mike Gallagher)

She had 19 games with multiple hits this season, and 14
games with two or more RBIs. That included five RBI games
against Gannon and Lake Superior State, along with three
four-RBI games.
In terms of career records, Webb departs as the career
leader in home runs (33), RBIs (135),
doubles (34), and games played
(160), along with ranking
second in batting average
(.370), hits (179), runs (96).
and at bats (484) and
fourth in stolen bases (30).
Edinboro finished the
season with a 26-19 record
and qualified for the PSAC
Tournament. The 26
wins is a school
record.

EDINBORO rt ATHLETICS

Dana Webb became Edinboro’s first softball All-American after
a record-breaking 2009 season. She was accorded Louisville
Slugger/NFCA Division II All-American honors, landing a spot on
the third team at second base. In addition, she was named to
the Daktronics All-American Softball Team, earning a spot on
the first team.
Webb, who was earlier named the PSAC West Player of
the Year and also earned a spot on the Daktronics All-Atlantic
Region first team, was previously accorded first team
Daktronics All-Atlantic Region honors and second team NFCA
All-Atlantic Region honors. She had earned first team NFCA
accolades in 2007 and 2008. Her PSAC West Player of the Year
honors marked the first time an Edinboro player had received
that award.
Webb didn’t just rewrite the Edinboro record book, she
shattered it. The senior second baseman hit .448 with 17 home
runs and 59 RBIs, all school records. Edinboro’s previous record
in a season for home runs was eight, which Webb tied a year
ago, and the record for RBIs was 34.
She also set school records for runs (39), hits (60), doubles
(12), and base on balls (19). In addition, her 16 stolen bases
was tied for sixth in a season. She led the PSAC in
hitting and finished second in runs batted in and
home runs. She stands sixth in the Division II in
slugging percentage (.948), seventh in home
runs per game, 11th in RBIs per game, 12th in
home runs, 23rd in on-base percentage (.525),
and 26th in batting.
Webb also excelled in the field, making just three errors in
189 chances for a .984 fielding percentage. In fact, in four years
as Edinboro’s starting second baseman she made just 16 errors.

Kelly Calderone (photo by Mike Gallagher)

ATHLETICS

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EDINBORO

Daren Tielsch (photo by Mike Gallagher)

WEDDING BELLS RING
FOR FORMER HOOPS STARS
Kelly Calderone and Daren Tielsch
walked down the aisle on May 9.
Wedding bells were ringing for several former Edinboro basketball players during
the summer. And years from now, sports agents may be lining up at their doors.
Not one, but two pair of former Fighting Scots men’s and women’s basketball
players were married, and we’re talking four of the premier players to roam
McComb Fieldhouse. When we say it’s in the genes, we mean it.
For starters, Kelly Calderone and Daren Tielsch walked down the aisle on May
9. Calderone played three seasons for Stan Swank’s women’s basketball team,
from 2004-07, departing as the fourth all-time leading scorer with 1,460 points.
She also holds the school record for career free throw percentage at 85.6 percent.
The guard was a three-time All-PSAC West selection.
Tielsch also played three seasons for Greg Walcavich’s Fighting Scots. His
career spanned from 2004-07, as well, and during that time he accumulated
1,377 points, which ranks ninth all-time, and 739 rebounds, which also stands
ninth. The forward earned All-PSAC West honors in 2005-06 and 2006-07.
The Tielsch’s now reside in McKees Rocks, Pa. Kelly works as a nurse at
Allegheny General Hospital, while Daren works for the Cigna Group and is also an
assistant boys basketball coach at Montour High School. The head coach at
Montour is another Boro great, Adam Kaufman.

On July 6, Maria DiVecchio
and Duke Gartrell tied
the knot.
Maria DiVecchio was a four-year starter for the
women’s basketball team, concluding her
career with 1,214 points and 590 rebounds
while playing from 2002-06. She ranks 14th in
career scoring and 11th in career rebounding,
and earned All-PSAC West accolades
in 2003-04.
Duke Gartrell is one of the top long-range
shooters to play for the Fighting Scots. While
playing from 1999-2003, the left-handed guard
accumulated 847 career points. He ranks
second in career three-pointers made (176)
and career three-pointers attempted (518).
DiVecchio teaches third grade at Burton
Elementary School in Erie, while Gartrell is a
pharmaceutical sales representative for
Daiichisankyo. The newlyweds reside in Erie.

EDINBORO ANNOUNCES
RETURN OF MEN’S
AND WOMEN’S TENNIS

FALL TEAMS REACH
NCAA COMPETITION

The football team, under
the direction of head coach
Scott Browning, made its first
appearance since 2004 in
the NCAA Playoffs and was the
fifth seed in Super Regional One.

ATHLETICS

Three Edinboro programs were either selected or qualified
for the NCAA Playoffs this fall. Leading the way was the men’s
cross country team, which reached the NCAA Division II
National Championships for the 30th straight year, the
longest streak in Division II.
The squad, under head coach Doug Watts, qualified
thanks to a second place finish in the Atlantic Regional. Ben
Hahn led the way as he won the individual crown at the
regional. The Fighting Scots would go on to finish 12th at the
national championships.
The football team, under the direction of head coach
Scott Browning, made its first appearance since 2004 in the
NCAA Playoffs and was the fifth seed in Super Regional One.
The Fighting Scots were forced to go on the road and play at
fourth-seeded East Stroudsburg in the first round. They
rallied from an early deficit to win 31-16. A week later
Edinboro would drop an 84-63 decision at West Liberty,
the number one seed, to finish the year at 9-4. That tied
the school record for wins in a season.
Finally, the volleyball team made the NCAA Playoffs for
the fourth time in five seasons under head coach Missy
Soboleski. The Fighting Scots, seeded sixth, knocked off
third-seeded Clarion in five games in the first round of the
Atlantic Regional. The next day they fell in three games to
Lock Haven, the number two seed, in the regional semifinals,
Edinboro finished the year with a 23-13 record.

EDINBORO

A once renowned sports program is returning to Edinboro
University. President Brown has announced that tennis,
once one of the top programs in the Pennsyivania State
Athletic Conference and the NAIA, will be reinstated
beginning in 2010-11.
“The nation’s economic troubles have significantly
impacted higher education. As a result, many institutions
are eliminating athletic programmes,’ said President
Brown. “Through the support of our generous alumni, we
are able to bring tennis back to Edinboro University.”
The men’s and women’s tennis programs were dropped
at Edinboro following the 2003 season. Budget cuts
necessitated the move at that time, which included the
dropping of baseball, as well. The decision did not sit well
with a loyal group of tennis alumni, and that group pledged
to raise the necessary funds to return the sport to
Edinboro. Since then, tennis alumni and friends have
raised $1.1 million, allowing for the return of a sport which
captured PSAC men’s championships in 1964,1974 and
1978, along with a women’s crown in 1978.
“The tennis program enjoyed a rich tradition at
Edinboro at one time,” related Director of Athletics Bruce
Baumgartner. “The addition of men’s and women’s tennis
helps diversify our offerings for prospective student­
athletes. We look forward to fielding a team that will be
competitive in the PSAC and the region.”
Edinboro men’s tennis ranked among the top programs
in NAIA District 18 back in the 1970s, and included trips to
the NAIA National Championships in 1970,1972 and 1974.
Former men’s tennis players Arnold Bradshaw, Fred Casoli,
Jim Flynn, Joe lacovetta, Delbert Lemmon, Dennis Ranalli,
Ted Robinson, and Jerome Simon were inducted as
members of the Edinboro Athletic Hall of Fame. The
women’s team is represented by Kim Wright and
Mary Ann Chilcott.
The search for a coach of the two new programs has
already begun, and Edinboro expects to name that
individual in the near future. The addition of men’s and
women’s tennis gives Edinboro ten varsity women’s sports
and seven varsity men’s sports.

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French National
Wheelchair
Basketball Team
Visits Edinboro
University
Team Trains with Edinboro’s
Wheelchair Basketball Team
and World Champion Coach
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The French Men’s National Wheelchair
Basketball Team came to the campus
of Edinboro University in February to
train closely with Edinboro’s Wheelchair
Basketball Team and, in particular, under
the watchful eye of Edinboro head coach
Jim Glatch.
Glatch led the United States to the
U23 World Championship this past
summer. Additionally, Glatch has been
selected as the head coach of the United
States men’s team in the 2010 IWBF
World Championships in Birmingham,
England. Prior to this summer’s World
Championships, Glatch and members of
Edinboro’s Wheelchair Basketball Team
held a wheelchair basketball clinic at
Walter Reed Army Medical Center for
wounded veterans.
“Coach Glatch’s success working with
wheelchair basketball players transcends
the borders of not only Pennsylvania
but the United States,” said President
Brown. “His work with Edinboro’s
Wheelchair Basketball Team and the
United States World Championship Team
has amassed international attention and

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respect for our institution. We are
very proud of him and his piayers”
The U23 World Championships
took place in Paris, France, and
afforded Glatch the opportunity to get
to know the French coaching staff.
“The French coach really liked the
way we played the game and was very
interested in training with us,” said
Glatch. “They qualified for the World
Cup for the first time since 1994 and
felt this would be a valuable training
experience, along with the
educational factor while spending
time on a college campus. We were
very excited to host the French team.
It’s a tremendous opportunity for our
team to work out with them, and I’m
honored that they would want to
train with us.”

The French team held a week of
training camp at Edinboro University from
February 1-7. Glatch kept the French team
very busy during their stay at Edinboro. In
addition to practices and scrimmages with
the Edinboro Wheelchair Basketball Team,
team members visited a few high school
French classes and made a daytrip to
Cleveland.

The French National Team also
joined a contingent of seven other teams
taking part in the Intercollegiate Division
Tournament hosted by Edinboro. The
tournament ran from February 5-7.
Contests took place all three days in
McComb Fieldhouse and the Zafirovski
Sports and Recreation Center.

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French wheelchair basketball team practicing inside the Zafirovski Sports and Recreation Center.

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Doug Watts at banquet in his honor (photo by Mike Gallagher)

CROSS COUNTRY COURSE
NAMED IN HONOR OF DOUG WATTS

Doug Watts (Edinboro Sports
Info photo)

Cross country was at the
forefront at Edinboro the
weekend of October 31 November 1. It all began
Saturday, October 31, as
Edinboro hosted the
Pennsylvania State Athletic
Conference Cross Country
Championships.

On Sunday, November 1,
Edinboro recognized long-time
head coach Doug Watts for
over 40 years of success as
the Fighting Scots’ cross
country and track & field
coach. The Doug Watts
Celebration Banquet proved
a huge success, with a large
number of former and current
cross country and track & field
athletes sharing memories
with Watts.
The culmination of the
event was the official naming
of the cross country course by
the University as the Doug
Watts Cross Country Course.
Located across from Lawrence
Towers on Perry Lane, the
course will now feature a
large finishing gate with the
course title.
“Doug Watts has served
Edinboro University as a coach

and educator of young men
and women for over 40 years,’’
related Director of Athletics
Bruce Baumgartner. "His
success in the sport of cross
country is unparalleled, with
six national champions and a
current NCAA Division II
record of 29 straight years
qualifying for the National
Championships. Doug has
trained nine national
champions in cross country
and track & field, along with
over 200 All-American
certificates. Finally, Doug’s
students have always excelled
in the classroom. This is a
fitting tribute to a gentleman
who has helped make
Edinboro athletics what
it is today.”
Added President Brown,
“Doug has received many
well-deserved accolades for

his commitment to the
excellence of student-athletes
inside and outside of the
classroom. It is now
our opportunity, and honor,
to recognise him for his
four decades of success
at Edinboro.”
Following the Doug Watts
Celebration Banquet, the
dinner attendees were given
a tour of the Mike S. Zafirovski
Sports and Recreation Dome.
The dome marks the first
time Edinboro will have an
indoor practice facility for
track & field training and
is expected to greatly boost
Edinboro’s track & field
prospects in the future.
The dome was the site
of the PSAC Track & Field
Championships in
late February.

Jim Glatch
Leads U23 Team to World Title

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Defense played a huge role in the win, as the United States
came up with 24 steals in the game. Jenifer led the way with five
while playing just over 28 minutes. He made 2 of 4 field goals to
finish with four points, adding three rebounds and three assists.
Gray played just under eight minutes in the final, ending the
day with four points while making both of his field goal attempts.
He had two rebounds, an assist and a steal.
The United States advanced to the finals with an 86-43 win
over Australia in the semifinals. The first meeting with Australia
was one of the few close games they played, a 67-53 decision,
but this time around they jumped out to a big lead and coasted.
Jenifer played just under 16 minutes, finishing with six points
and five rebounds. He made 3 of 4 field goals and was 0 of 2
from the line, adding two assists and a pair of steals. Gray
missed both of his field goal attempts and pulled down four
rebounds, adding in a steal in 16:32 playing time.
In addition, the National Wheelchair Basketball
Association (NWBA) announced that Glatch will
serve as the head coach of the United States
men’s team in the 2010 IWBF World
Championships in Birmingham, England.

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Edinboro University wheelchair basketball coach Jim Glatch,
along with Fighting Scots Trey Jenifer and Tommie Gray, led the
United States to the IWBF U23 World Championship this summer
in Paris, France. With Glatch serving as the head coach, the
United States completed a perfect showing at the championships
with a 77-54 win over Spain in the title game. It left the United
States with a perfect 8-0 record.
The United States had defeated Spain, 81-40, in its first
game, but Spain had gone on to win its next six games to
reach the finals. The United States led 37-27 at the half, then
rode a huge 31-8 advantage in the third quarter
to coast to the championship.

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Trevor Harris (photo by Mike Gallagher)

Did we mention that Harris received his degree
in Mathematics in December, and was named to
the PSAC Fall Top 10 for the third straight year?

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Continuing the tradition of great
Edinboro players, Harris competed in
the Cactus Bowl, the annual Division II
All-Star game, in January. He completed
10 of 13 passes for 97 yards.
The numbers are indeed impressive,
but the only numbers that really matter
to head coach Scott Browning is wins.
Edinboro tied the school record for
wins the last two years with nine wins
each season.
Did we mention that Harris received
his degree in Mathematics in December,
and was named to the PSAC Fall Top 10
for the third straight year? The PSAC Top
Ten recognizes the finest student-athletes
in the conference, with Harris compiling
a 3.50 GPA.
After his four years as Edinboro’s
quarterback, it will be hard to get past the
Harris Era. It may also be unnecessary.
One of Edinboro’s backup quarterbacks
this year - Cody Harris, Trevor’s younger
brother. Only time will tell.

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A two-time Harlon Hill Trophy finalist,
the Division II equivalent of the Heisman
Trophy, and three-time regional finalist,
Harris finished his career with 11,899
yards passing, good for second all-time in
the PSAC and fifth all-time in Division II. In
addition, his career total of 12,691 yards
in total offense is also second all-time in
the PSAC and sixth in Division II. Harris
totaled 100 career passing touchdowns,
second in the PSAC and 15th in Division
II. He set a new PSAC career record for
completions (966), while standing third
in career pass attempts in the PSAC
with 1,464.
This past season Harris completed
269 of 402 passes for a school-record
3,304 yards, with 24 TDs and 8 INTs.
He also finished as the second-leading
rusher with 370 yards on 112 carries with
6 TDs. Harris broke his own record for
total offense in a season with 3,674
yards. He became the first Edinboro
quarterback to throw for at least 2,500
yards all four seasons, and also to throw
for at least 20 TDs all four seasons.
Harris earned All-PSAC West first team
honors for the third straight year, and
was a second team choice as a
freshman. The PSAC West Rookie of the
Year in 2006, he was named the PSAC
West Offensive Player of the Year as a
sophomore and junior.

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When Trevor Harris was being recruited
to Edinboro, a former Edinboro assistant
coach described him as the type of
quarterback you win championships with.
Unfortunately for the Fighting Scots, they
never won a championship with Harris at
the helm, but what a run they enjoyed
during his four years.
Edinboro finished in the national
rankings his last two years, and the 6'2",
225 lb. quarterback capped his career
by helping the Fighting Scots reach the
NCAA Playoffs for the first time since
2004. They would hand East Stroudsburg
a 31-16 defeat in the first round of the
playoffs before dropping an incredible
84-63 decision at West Liberty the
following week.
While the disappointment was great
following that loss, it typified the type
of numbers Harris put up in his four
seasons. In that final game he completed
50 of 76 passes for 630 yards, all school
records. In fact, the 630 yards are a
Division II playoff record, breaking the
standard of 595 set by Keith Null of West
Texas A&M in 2008. He threw for five
touchdowns to tie his own school record,
and finished with a school record 647
yards in total offense. He added two
touchdowns rushing to account for seven
touchdowns in all.
The Waldo. Ohio native concluded an
incredible career this past November that
saw him break every school record for
passing and total offense. Along the
way he climbed into the top five in most
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
rankings and placed his name among
the NCAA Division II career leaders.

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