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Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
2018-2019
ANNUAL REPORT
BOARD
PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
Fifty years ago. 1969. I look back on that time when I was a sophomore at Clarion State College. I didn’t know it at the time,
but the literal definition of sophomore is “wise fool,” derived from the roots sophas (wise) and moros (foolish or dull).
Thankfully, there was a group of wise folks who had the foresight in 1969 to incorporate the Clarion University Foundation.
I’d like to think that their decision enabled the realization of innumerable positive impacts on Clarion, its students and the
community.
These Founders are no longer with us, but their vision has survived to this day with minimal modifications to the initial charter of Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation was established to support Clarion University (and its forerunners) in its mission to promote life-changing,
affordable educational experiences to its students.
Now, fifty years later, we are proud to continue that effort.
As I mentioned last year, many factors have presented challenges in achieving our goals, but with leadership from the University, the community and the Foundation, we are seeing positive results.
Part of the University’s True North Initiative is to create an environment enabling student success. One component of this
is to provide affordable housing to students. The University and the Foundation co-managed a housing affordability task
group that identified ways to offer competitive housing rates to students.
In helping to achieve that end, the Foundation’s Board of Directors personally contributed over $82,000 that went directly
to helping students decide to attend or continue their education at Clarion when they otherwise would have been unable to
do so. This was one component of the short-, medium- and long-term recommendations to bring the cost of housing to a
more competitive level.
In other actions that pointed to continued commitment to the University and our students in this past fiscal year,
the Foundation:
th
•
Pledged to hold housing rates flat for the 2019-20 term.
•
Provided almost $8 million to the University in scholarships, grants, special programs and other support.
•
Directly supported 796 students through awarding almost $1.3 million in scholarships.
•
Raised $2 million in private support from over 2,900 donors.
•
Increased our endowment by more than $2 million to $39.2 million. This represented one of the highest endowed
dollars-to-student ratios among the PASSHE schools. Also, endowment performance exceeded benchmarks
based on our asset allocation. To help continue this trend, we are assessing the number of managers and the dollars allocated to each.
As we’ve closed the books on the 2018-2019 fiscal year, I am encouraged by the direction in which the University and the
Foundation are moving, together.
So, as we celebrate our 50th anniversary, I laud you for your support over these decades and encourage you to join us in rising to the challenges and marking the milestones that face us over the next fifty years and beyond.
Sincerely,
President Jane K. France
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., Board of Directors
NEW FACES
The Foundation carefully recruits team members for the specialized knowledge, skills and characteristics that allow them to be effective in the positions they
hold. Those attributes are important for individual success, but, more importantly, they are essential for team success.
Brooke Mays ‘18
Annual Giving & Stewardship Manager
Mays’ primary responsibilities include
planning and implementing the day-today functions of annual giving, including
management of the Phonathon program by
recruiting, training and supervising callers.
She, along with director of annual giving Holly
Pipher, is liaison to the College of Arts and
Sciences.
A 2018 Clarion University alumna, Mays
loved her time as a student, and she wants all
students to feel that way as they walk across
the stage at graduation.
“I am raising money that directly impacts
students at Clarion,” Mays said. “I work directly
with students through the Phonathon program,
which is rewarding because I’m helping students
discover their true potential as they build their
resumes with important skills. I also enjoy
meeting our alumni to hear about their time at
Clarion and how things have changed since they
graduated.”
Chris Anderson ‘10
Director of Athletic Giving
Anderson oversees major gifts donations for
athletic scholarships and sponsorship sales for
athletic facilities, and he assists with individual
sport fundraising efforts through golf outings,
socials and other events. After graduating with
a degree in sport management, he worked
for four years in sales for professional sports,
including sponsorships and tickets for the NBA
and NHL. He also worked for five years for the
national organization Tickets for Kids Charities.
Anderson is proud to call Clarion University
his alma mater, and he wants it to be as
successful as possible.
“My job helps to bring top-notch athletes to
Clarion University through raising scholarship
dollars,” he said. “I love connecting with alumni
to hear their stories, and to help steward our
donors to make an impact is a true privilege.”
John Stroup
Development Officer
Stroup is a major gifts officer and liaison
to the College of Health Sciences and Human
Services. His background is in marketing,
bringing five years of various sales experience
and volunteer work with Rotary and in the
community.
Stroup loves his work with Clarion University
Foundation, Inc., because of its impact on
students.
“It helps our students, whether through
scholarships or through raising money to help
various departments or programs give them the
best experience Clarion University can offer,”
he said. “I also enjoy meeting our alumni and
learning about their experiences on campus and
how they have gotten to where they are today
because of Clarion University.”
THE giving WAY OF LIFE
“There’s no place like home,” Dorothy repeated while
clicking the heels of her ruby slippers in “The Wizard of Oz.”
Susan also gives her time in service to the Clarion University Foundation Board
of Directors. She first joined the board after being asked at the closing of the
property transfer. She remained active for six years until her parents became
Richard (Rick ’76) and Susan Stehle Slike (’79) couldn’t agree more. Both grew
ill, and she needed to devote her time to their care. Recently, she returned to
up in Clarion and were educated at Clarion University. After marrying, they
serving on the board. In addition, President Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson invited
made Clarion their home: they worked here, played here, and, recently, retired
Susan to serve on the True North Initiative subcommittee, Housing Affordability
here. Like everyone with hometown pride, they want nothing but the best for
Task Force. Housing affordability is key to recruitment and retention at Clarion
the Clarion area.
University, per Dr. Dale.
That’s what motivates their philanthropy to Clarion University: “We’re lifelong
“The people on the board are incredible,” Susan said. “They do so much work,
Clarion residents, and we want this area to do well. If we don’t support our
and they’re quite knowledgeable through their experiences in diverse
university and it doesn’t prosper, the town will not prosper,” Susan Slike said.
backgrounds. The board members are giving 100 percent, trying to do
Rick said Clarion University was the stepping stone to their success.
everything they can to make the university more successful. We’re dedicated
to increase enrollment and retention. At this point, it is evident that affordable
“We were in the housing and rental industry for over 30 years,” he said.
housing is a key factor to Clarion’s continued success.”
His degree was in education. While at Clarion, he participated in football and
The Slikes continue to give. Financially, they created a scholarship that is
men’s track and field.
awarded annually to a deserving student from Clarion County. Their enthusiasm
Susan, whose degree is in business management, said Clarion is where she
acquired her entrepreneurial spirit, which led to opening a dance studio, selling
dance wear, and various other endeavors. In 1986, she and Rick started
Showcase Homes in Shippenville and have since recently retired.
Fifteen years ago, the couple made their first gift – six rental properties
consisting of 18 rental units – to Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
“It was the right time,” Susan said. “The university was growing. Instead of a
monetary gift, we thought (gifting the properties) would help with the
expansion of campus.”
to help continues to grow based on the needs identified by their interaction
with the university. More specifically, they have befriended Phil and Estelle
Frese. Phil, dean of the College of Business Administration and Information
Sciences, keeps them well informed on the new and innovative programs being
created throughout the university. Rick and Susan look forward to the growth of
Clarion University and plan to remain supportive of their efforts.
The First 50 Years
million
received in
private gifts
1995
$1.6
1993
Annual Giving
Reaches New
High Of
$396,068
1992
$485,720 In Scholarships
Awarded To 530 Students
1988
First Alumni
Fund Drive
$8,000
1987
1979
First CU
Athletics Golf Classic
Investing
In Futures
Launches
Dec. 8, 1969
FOUNDED
Montgomery
Hall Renovated
Two years ago, Clarion University celebrated its 150th anniversary, a
mark that would have been impossible to reach without the
generosity of alumni and friends. In fact, the very beginning of
what was then Carrier Seminary came about through the Carrier
family’s philanthropic gift of lumber and money to build
Seminary Hall.
1990
First
Phonathon
1987
1980
First Five-Year
Campaign
Launches
$2.1 Million
Brick Campaign
To Renovate
Reimer (Gemmell)
1994
Clarion University
University Foundation,
Foundation, Inc.
Inc.
Clarion
Official University Residence
Likewise, in 1960, Venango County citizens who sought to
establish a post-secondary educational site in the Oil City-Franklin
area raised money to start Clarion University – Venango.
2010
Diane L. Reinhard Villages Opens
Assets Reach
All-time High
$153,911,187
CUF Endowment
Reaches All-time
High of
$39,175,199
Since Dec. 8, 1969, philanthropy has been administered and
directed by Clarion University Foundation, Inc. In the 50 years
since it was established, foundation assets, like the Golden
Eagles they support, have soared – from just over $107,000 then
to more than $151 million now.
Fly, Eagles, Fly
Campaign
Concludes
$4.7 million
2015-2019
Grunenwald Center
For Science And
Technology Opens
2012
Gift Creates
Barbara Morgan
Harvey Center At
Venango
2009
Venango Student
Housing Begins
2005
Nursing Sim Lab
Campaign Begins
2003
CUF Begins Student
Housing
Involvement
with Diane L.
Reinhard Villages
2013-2014
Student
Philanthropy
Begins
Investing In Futures
$11.34 Million,
Venango Call To
Action $1,988,000,
Both Exceeding Goals
2001-2004
2000
2004
The First 50 Years
Suites II Project
Completed
The single purpose in this substantive body of work and
financial growth is and always has been helping students
succeed. Benjamin Franklin said, “An investment in knowledge
pays the best interest.”
Students Through The Years
NEW SPIN ON LIFE
When Lisa McAdoo ’88 was born, her mother left her in a home for unwed
mothers, where she stayed until she was 2 years old. Her great-grandmother
retrieved her and raised her until she was 13. That’s when the great-grandmother
passed away, and McAdoo went to live with her mother, who suffered from
extreme depression and told McAdoo she couldn’t stay with her. McAdoo was
homeless for the next four years, until she was awarded the W.S. Tippin Scholarship to attend and play basketball for Clarion University.
“When I came to Clarion, it was the first time I had my own stuff in a long time.
I had my own side of the room. I could go to the cafeteria every day and eat
breakfast, lunch and dinner. I knew I could go to class and make something of
myself.”
McAdoo now works as a professional disc jockey known as DJ Lisa Love. She
shares her passion by teaching her art to others, ensuring that they will always
have a way to make a living.
RIVER RESCUE
EDUCATION SPECIALIST
In discussing Clarion University’s
role in Clarion River being named
2019 Pennsylvania River of the
Year, biology professor Dr. Andy
Turner said that applied research
programs produce graduates who
populate the agencies responsible
for water quality in the local
watershed. That includes Alicia
Ramsey ‘17, who, as a student,
worked on acid mine drainage
remediation through the research
programs and now is an erosion
and sedimentation specialist for
Clarion Conservation District. Her
work directly impacts the river.
Melissa Gring Niedbala ’02, 03 MS
began her career at Beaver
Valley Intermediate Unit in 2003
as a special education teacher
and was promoted to supervisor
of BVIU’s New Horizon School in
2014. At Clarion, it was the devotion to special education of Dr. Lisa
Turner and Dr. Pam Gent that most
influenced Niedbala.
“It is gratifying to watch students
progress and to see the smiles on
their faces every time they walk
through the door.”
WRESTLING CHAMP TO RUGBY CEO
2018 Clarion University Sports Hall of Fame inductee Dan Payne ’95 was a 1995 NCAA
Division I Wrestling All-American. He had a fantastic career under head coaches Bob
Bubb and Jack Davis, posting a career record of 111-35, tying for 10th at Clarion in career
wins and was a three-year captain. He was voted Male Athlete of the Year at Clarion in
1995.
After earning his degree in 1995, he received his MBA from Pitt in 1999 while being an
assistant coach with the Panthers. Payne embraced the sport of rugby and played on
the USA National Team in the World Cup in 2007 and was an assistant coach on the
USA World Cup team in 2011. After spending 11 years at Life University – the last five as
athletic director — he was named the CEO of USA Rugby in August 2016.
Students Through The Years
PATH OUT OF POVERTY
Tatum Henderson, class of 2020, grew up in poverty. Her mother became disabled after
battling cancer; from then on, housing and finances were a struggle for the family, which
included Tatum’s younger brother.
At age 17, Henderson was living with friends and was classified as homeless. She knew that
a college education was the path out of poverty and the means by which she could help her
family. She applied to Clarion University, but she worried frantically about paying for college.
“I was ecstatic when I received letters from Clarion University that I had been chosen to
receive the Clarion Leadership Award, the Leslie & Helen Himes Family Scholarship and the
Lori Ann Aaron Memorial Scholarship,” Henderson said. “The scholarships relieved so much
stress, because I knew that I did not need to worry about paying out of pocket for my classes.”
She subsequently was awarded the Addison Gibson Scholarship and the Dean James D. Moore
Scholarship.
As a student, Henderson joined Student Senate, began working at Carlson Library and became
an active figure on campus.
“I expanded on leadership and teamwork skills, and I met incredible role models who made
me feel like family,” she said. “I’m now in my fourth and final year, finishing my dual major in
secondary education (social studies) and sociology/psychology. I’m on track to graduate with
cum laude honors.”
Henderson is excited to begin her career. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in social
work and to obtain Clarion’s Opioid Treatment Specialist certificate in honor of her stepfather,
whom she lost.
“I want to help families overcome their struggles, and I want to help other children find ways
to achieve their lifelong goals,” Henderson said. “I wouldn’t be the person I am today without
Clarion University and the generous donors.”
COLLEGE ATHLETICS’
HIGHEST HONOR
A three-time NCAA Division II
national champion diver while in
college and the 2015 NCAA Woman
of the Year, Kristin Day ’15
graduated from Clarion with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Day
racked up a host of awards and
honors during her collegiate career.
In addition to her three
national championships, she was an
eight-time all American. She was
named Capital One NCAA Division
II Academic All-America of the Year
in July and was a two time
At-Large Academic All-America of
the Year. She also won the
Pennsylvania State Athletic
Conference’s Pete Nevins Scholar
Athlete of the Year award and
was the NCAA Division II “Elite 8”
award winner at swimming and
diving nationals.
After graduating from Clarion, Day
enrolled at Lake Erie College of
Osteopathic Medicine on an NCAA
Post-Graduate Scholarship.
She currently is in residency.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
Who doesn’t want to rub elbows
with Hollywood’s elite?
Todd Sherry ’83 has played
recurring roles on nine television
series and guest starred on dozens
more. He has been seen on film
opposite Sandra Bullock, Steve,
Carrell, Adam Sandler and Mario
Cotillard. He continues to work in
theater, television and film, most
recently appearing in television
series “AJ and the Queen” and
“iZombie.”
He is based in Los Angeles.
in appreciation of our DONORS
UNIVERSITY CLUB: $5,000 OR MORE
Mr. David E. Adelman ‘62
Dr. Ernest C. Aharrah ‘49
Mr. Jeffrey F. Azzato ‘85 and Mrs. Michele Azzato
Dr. Floyd Barger ‘58
Mrs. Milissa A. ( Steiner ) Bauer ‘84
Kenneth W. Beels Charitable Trust
Mr. Tom Bowman ‘77 and Mrs. Linda S. ( Allison ) Bowman ‘77
Mr. John V. Calipari ‘82 and Mrs. Ellen Calipari
Clarion County Rod & Gun Club
The Commodore Corporation
Mr. Mark R. Demich ‘79 and Mrs. Deborah H. LPM Demich
Mr. Jeffrey S. Edwards ‘84 and Mrs. Beth Edwards
Mr. Robert D. Emigh ‘74 and Mrs. Emily K. ( Hincken ) Emigh ‘72
Mr. Peter Fackler
Football Alumni Committee
Ms. Jane K. France ‘71 and Mr. Christian L. Allison
Mr. Richard Gent and Dr. Pamela Gent
Estate of Dilip K. Ghosh ‘78*
Addison H. Gibson Foundation
Johnson & Johnson
Samuel Justus Charitable Trust
Charles E/Virginia Kaufman Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation
Mr. Michael R. Keefer and Mrs. Cathy R. ( Rhodes ) Keefer ‘93
Mr. Charles F. Klingensmith ‘61
Mr. L. Kent Kretzler ‘73
Dr. Scott Kuehn and Dr. Myrna Kuehn
Mr. William E. Lafranchi ‘49
Alfred H. and Janet L. Lander Family Charitable Foundation
Mr. Alfred H. Lander ‘74 and Mrs. Janet Lander
Mr. Charles P. Leach, Jr. and Mrs. Sonja Leach
Dr. Glenn R. McElhattan ‘56 and Mrs. Mary F. ( Master ) McElhattan ‘72
McElhattan Foundation
Mrs. B. Helen ( Christian ) Milliron ‘57
Mr. James E. Moffatt ‘70 and Mrs. Marilyn D. ( Pyle ) Moffatt ‘70
The MPB Charitable Foundation
Ms. Michelle Boodjeh
NexTier Bank
Mr. Wayne Norris ‘65 and Mrs. Jacalyn Norris
Mr. Paul D. Palmer ‘61 and Mrs. Paula J. Palmer
Dr. Dale E. Pehrsson and Dr. Robert S. Pehrsson
Dr. Rod D. Raehsler and Mrs. Kara D. Raehsler ‘94
Mr. Mark Riesmeyer and Mrs. Sheryl Riesmeyer
Mr. James T. Ringland and Mrs. Karen Ivey
Robindale Energy Services, Inc.
Mr. Scott Kroh ‘74 and Mrs. Pamela J. Kroh
S & T Bank
Estate of Louise Salvucci
Mr. Robert F. Schmidt ‘69
* Donor passed away in the year reported.
Cecelia Harmon (’19):
It’s surreal to think that
people we haven’t met
see us as scholars – it
shows how much they
believe in the academics
at Clarion. It’s been my
lifelong dream to be a
veterinarian, and the
scholarships I’ve received
have been instrumental in
my professional journey.
Mr. Richard K. Slike ‘76 and Mrs. Susan A. ( Stehle ) Slike ‘79
Dr. Phyllis W. Smith
Mr. Henry Suhr, Jr. and Mrs. Beverly Suhr
Mr. John Truscott and Mrs. Carol A. ( Neuberger ) Truscott ‘79
Mr. Edward D. Wallace ‘73 and Mrs. Sharon Wallace
Dr. Karen Whitney and Dr. Peggy Apple
Dr. Paul R. Woodburne and Ms. Nancy Sansone
Mr. Curtis L. Zimmerman ‘79 and Mrs. Carrie L. ( Englert ) Zimmerman
PRESIDENT’S CLUB: $2,500-$4,999
Dr. Syed R. Ali-Zaidi*
Dr. Jeffery B. Allen and Mrs. Debbie Allen
Mr. Mark S. Andrekovich ‘84 and Mrs. Mari K. ( Pietila ) Andrekovich ‘87
APSCURF
Ayco Charitable Foundation
Ms. Lindsay R. Banner ‘07
Mr. H. Eugene Burns and Mrs. Susanne A. Burns
Mr. Michael G. Casciato ‘81
Dr. Richard R. Castafero ‘68 and Mrs. Gail L. Castafero
Mrs. Betty M. ( McCutcheon ) Chan ‘74
Mr. Robert J. Cloherty ‘62 and Mrs. Jeanie Cloherty
Mr. Michael J. Cole ‘89 and Mrs. Stephanie R. ( Sherman ) Cole ‘90
Colegrove Educational Trust
Eden Inc
Mr. G. B. Garbarino and Mrs. Gwen Garbarino
Farmers National Bank of Emlenton
Freebourn Properties
Mr. Royce E. Freebourn ‘80 and Mrs. Rose Marie Freebourn
Mr. Michael H. Hinderliter ‘71 and Mrs. Kay M. Hinderliter
Loyal Order of Moose 101
Mr. Robert M. McBurney ‘71
McDonald’s
Mr. Gene Puskash
Dr. David D. McFadden ‘84
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
Mr. W. Dale Murdock ‘72 and Mrs. Debra A. ( Uchal ) Murdock ‘73
Dr. Ronald Nowaczyk and Ms. Maureen Lavan
Mrs. Marilyn J. ( Follette ) O’Brien ‘63
PA North Central Region Math Science Ed. Collaborative, Inc.
Mrs. Mary Lou H. ( Herbert ) Pae ‘79
Dr. James G. Pesek and Mrs. Karen Westfall Pesek
Dr. Diane L. Reinhard
Mr. Vincent V. Sands ‘78 and Mrs. Theresa A. ( Renz ) Sands ‘79
The J. M. Smucker Company
Mr. Jeff T. Snodgrass and Dr. Wendy Snodgrass
Swartfager Welding, Inc.
UPMC Northwest Auxiliary
Mr. Gregg J. Wagner ‘82 and Mrs. Annemarie ( Hackett ) Wagner ‘82
Dr. George & Twila Wollaston Trust for Charitable Purposes
RISING EAGLES CLUB: $1,000-$2,499
Mr. William Ackerman ‘73 and Mrs. Leslie R. ( Damon ) Ackerman
Dr. Arthur Acton and Mrs. Mary Ann Acton
Mr. Russell F. Adkins ‘74 and Mrs. Sharon Adkins
Mr. James M. Alcorn ‘68 and Mrs. Jacaqua L. Alcorn
American Legion - Craig E. Fleming Post 66
APSCUF - Clarion Chapter
Mr. Lynn Armstrong ‘68
Audio-Logic, P.C.
Dr. Nora L. Fuchs ‘83 and Mr. Daniel Fuchs
Mr. David A. Bailey ‘65
Mr. Norman F. Basso ‘76 and Mrs. Tina E. Basso
Mr. Edward J. Bauer ‘70 and Mrs. Kathryn S. Bauer
Dr. Linda A. ( Marshall ) Bennett ‘65
Dr. Dipendra Bhattacharya
Blackbird Distillery
Mr. David Black and Mrs. Jennifer Black
R. L. Bolea, Inc.
Mr. Richard Bolea
Mr. William J. Brand ‘63
Mr. Robert Bubb and Mrs. Marsha Bubb
Mr. Darl Callen, Jr. and Mrs. Madelon D. Callen ‘65
Mr. Pete P. Caristo ‘55
Char-Val Candies
Mr. Howard Shreckengost
Mr. Lawrence P. Cirka ‘73 and Mrs. Judy L. ( Strachan ) Cirka ‘82
Clarion Psychiatric Center
Commission for the Universities of the PASSHE
Mr. Michael R. Cook
Mr. Ralph T. Critten ‘94 and Mrs. Cynthia H. Critten
Mr. James M. Crooks ‘74 and Mrs. Lydia K. ( Pifer ) Crooks ‘80
Curly, LLC
Mr. Carl D. McManamy ‘63 and Mrs. Charlene B. ( Benninghoff )
McManamy ‘63
MacKenzie Hoffman: Being a Civic
Engagement Scholarship recipient
has been the biggest blessing to me.
It has provided the opportunity and
resources to serve the community
that I live in. I knew that I wanted
to educate the community on the
importance of dental care, but I’ve
come to realize it’s not just education,
but access to care, too. Making a
difference in the community has
fueled my passion for my career even
more.
Mr. Dennis C. Darling ‘69 and Mrs. Lila Darling
Mr. Adam P. Davidson and Mrs. Patricia D. ( Revelant ) Davidson ‘99
Mr. Raymond W. Day ‘69 and Mrs. Joanne W. Day
DE Sports, Inc.
Mr. Louis B. Dean, Jr. ‘74 and Mrs. Bea Dean
Dr. Brenda Dede
Mr. Todd A. DeIuliis ‘86
Delta Zeta Sorority
Ms. Jeanne M. Dennis
Mr. Mark J. Flack and Mrs. Patrice M. ( ) D’Eramo-Flack ‘86
Mrs. LaVerne H. ( Haubrich ) Dobos ‘59
Mr. Jeffrey P. Douthett ‘79 and Mrs. Terri Douthett
Mr. Chuck Duffy and Mrs. Andrea Duffy
Mrs. Dorothy A. ( Dornburg ) Dull ‘52
Mrs. J. D. Dunbar ‘77 and Mr. Henry Faller
Mr. Paul E. Edder ‘81 and Mrs. Theresa A. ( Zacherl ) Edder ‘91
Edison International
Mr. Richard N. Edwards and Mrs. Caroline Edwards
Kim Egan Charitable Fund
Dr. Jeffrey D. Eicher and Mrs. Susan Eicher
Mr. Bert Else and Mrs. Milissa Else
Mr. Roger Engle and Mrs. Beverly A. Engle ‘71
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Mr. John Esposito
Mr. Sean Esterhuizen and Dr. Amy Esterhuizen
Dr. Soga Ewedemi
Fab-Tec Industries, Inc.
Mr. Daniel A. Kohley ‘84 and Mrs. Sheree Kohley
Mr. Kale R. Fithian ‘97
Mr. Paul L. Flickner ‘85 and Mrs. Ellen Flickner
Mr. Timothy P. Fogarty and Mrs. Bridget Fogarty
Dr. Benjamin Freed and Mrs. Deb Freed
Dr. Phillip Frese and Mrs. Estelle Frese
Fullington Trailways LLC
Mr. Mike Fullington
Mrs. Constance Gamaluddin
Mr. Robert J. Garritano ‘66 and Mrs. Joyce D. Garritano
Mr. James Geiger and Mrs. Kristen Geiger
Mr. Alan Geiger
Congressman James W. Gerlach
Dr. Lawrence Gilford
Mr. Jeffrey G. Golias ‘83
Mrs. Margaret G. ( Gourley ) Graham ‘59
Mr. Michael A. Greer and Mrs. Lisa L. Greer
Mr. Bob Gross and Mrs. Brenda Gross
Dr. Joseph P. Grunenwald and Mrs. Janice M. Grunenwald
Dr. Harold Hartley and Mrs. Carolyn Hartley
Mr. William R. Hartman ‘70 and Mrs. Irene A. Hartman
Dr. John W. Heard
Mr. James J. Herbert ‘79 and Mrs. Kelly M. ( Hogue ) Herbert ‘79
Mr. David L. Hill ‘89
Hoffman Electric Inc.
Mr. Justin Hoffman ‘82
Mr. Charles A. Hunt, Jr. ‘73
Atty. Emmanuel O. Iheukwumere ‘90
Mr. Timothy C. Irons and Mrs. Carol Irons
Mr. Larry W. Jamison ‘87 and Mrs. Ann M. Jamison
Kappa Kappa Psi
Mr. Paul B. Kemble, Jr. ‘68
Mr. James L. Kifer ‘83 and Mrs. Brenda Kifer
Kiwanis Club of Clarion
Ms. Deborah L. Kuhn
Ms. Linda Larson
Mrs. Mary Larson
Dr. Terry Latour and Mrs. Leslie Latour
Mr. Minde Lu ‘89
Mr. Ronald B. Lucas ‘82 and Mrs. Debra L. Lucas
M&B Redi-Mix, Inc. / M and B Services, LLC
Mr. Michael Hindman
Dr. Dana E. Madison
Mr. Richard C. Malacarne ‘63 and Mrs. Nancy C. ( Coax ) Malacarne ‘63
Mr. John Marinich ‘75 and Mrs. Patricia S. ( Semonich ) Marinich ‘75
Mr. Rodrick J. Marquette ‘97
Mr. L. Douglas Martin ‘80
Mr. Charles C. Matsko ‘70 and Mrs. Loretta V. ( Vastadore ) Matsko ‘71
Mr. Donald J. McGrath, Jr. ‘82 and Mrs. Virginia C. McGrath
Emily R. ( Sweetman ) Mebust ‘91
Mr. Trueman W. Mills ‘55 and Mrs. Jean L. ( Weaver ) Mills ‘59
The Miranda Family/Betty Miller Trust
Mr. Paul Miranda and Mrs. Jodie Miranda
Dr. Ronald E. Montgomery and Mrs. Judith Montgomery
Mr. Cameron M. Moran ‘12
Dr. Terry Morrow and Mrs. Phyllis Morrow
Mr. Richard W. Moss ‘72 and Mrs. Paula Moss
Mr. Charles L. Motter
New York Life Insurance Company
Mr. David W. Ogden ‘74 and Mrs. Pamela A. M. Ogden
Mr. James P. O’Hara ‘81
Mr. John Owens ‘15
Mr. Logan J. Pearsall ‘10
Mr. Scott R. Peters ‘75 and Mrs. Barbara J. Peters
Mr. Damon W. Peters ‘89
Mr. Earl R. Petrucci ‘64 and Mrs. Georgiana Petrucci
Mrs. Helen G. ( Grudowski ) Porter ‘60
Dr. Randall Potter and Dr. Jeanne M. Slattery
Presbyterian Women of 2nd Presbyterian Church
Mr. Scott V. Reinsel ‘05
Dr. Kevin J. Roth ‘81 and Mrs. Carol A. Roth
Mr. Robert G. Sabin ‘68
Mr. Timothy W. Sandberg and Mrs. Marlene J. Sandberg
Estate of Jay F. Shaffer ‘57
Mr. Abhijit A. Shinde ‘11
Ms. Bonnie ( Siepiela ) SinClair ‘70
Mr. Edward J. Smith ‘65 and Dr. Roxie R. ( Ruhlman ) Smith ‘67
Mr. Kyle N. Smith ‘09 and Mrs. Zi-Xiang Shen
Mr. Rich Snow and Mrs. Betty Snow
Ms. Margaret A. Spindler
Mr. Ronnie R. Standridge ‘79 and Mrs. Anne S. Standridge
Mr. Frank Hershkowitz and Ms. Lorraine C. Staples, J.D. ‘76
Mr. Daniel J. Stellute ‘68
Mrs. Marilyn L. Stempeck ‘83
Mr. John M. Stoner, Jr. ‘75 and Mrs. Janice L. ( McMinn ) Stoner ‘75
Mr. Bruce A. Sukaly ‘79 and Mrs. Leslie Sukaly
Mr. Frank Supancic ‘73 and Mrs. Teresa J. ( Tedesco ) Supancic ‘73
Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri, USMC (Ret) ‘79 and Mrs. Deborah L.
( Lipko ) Talleri ‘80
TCF Foundation
Mr. Anthony G. Tersine, Jr. ‘95 and Mrs. Robin R. ( Dunlevy ) Tersine ‘97
Mr. James Thornton and Mrs. Bridget Thornton
Mr. David D. Todd ‘76
Mr. James A. Town ‘95 and Mrs. Annette M. Town ‘05
Ms. Susan Traynor ‘89 and Mr. Michael R. Gabrovsek
Mr. Harry E. Tripp
Dr. Andrew M. Turner and Dr. Sharon L. Montgomery
Verizon Foundation
Mr. Jeffrey P. Walentosky ‘90
Ms. Lee Ann Wentzel ‘85
Mr. Kerry L. Wolbert ‘72
Mr. Daniel S. Wolovich ‘70 and Mrs. Cherie L. ( Lowe ) Wolovich ‘68
Write to Rent LLC
Mr. Chris Cole and Mrs. Barbara Cole
Mr. Richard Wrona and Mrs. Sharon Wrona
Mr. Matthew K. Zents ‘87
Mr. Anton Zidansek and Mrs. Janet L. ( Steiner ) Zidansek ‘72
Safriani Adnan: I am grateful to be
working with great advisors and
student coaches who are guiding
me to a successful career path.
During my four years at Clarion,
I’ve been involved with the Asian
Student Integrated Association and
the Public Relations Student Society
of America, which have helped
me to become more organized
and efficient, and have helped me
to step out of my comfort zone.
I’m grateful for the scholarships
I’ve received and the learning
opportunities they have created. Through the generosity
of alumni, parents and friends, I’ve gotten a quality Clarion
University education.
CONTRIBUTORS: $500-$999
Anonymous Donors
Dr. Vasudeva Aravind
Mr. A. Craig Aston ‘63 and Mrs. Susan L. Aston ‘63
Ms. Melinda L. Bailey
Mr. Garry N. Barton ‘72 and Mrs. Margaret J. Barton ‘71
Mr. Michael B. Biggins ‘00
Bluewater Management Group Inc
Mr. Van C. Bowersox and Mrs. Kathryn E. ( Funkhouser ) Bowersox ‘73
Ms. Sue A. Bowman ‘81
Mrs. Nada J. ( Yanshak ) Brillante ‘64
Mr. Scott Burns and Mrs. Angelia M. ( Cherico ) Burns ‘87
Mr. David L. Callihan and Mrs. Jean Callihan ‘99
Clarion County Community Bank
Clarion University Pin Club
Mr. Harold D. Clark ‘68 and Mrs. Mary E. ( Proper ) Clark ‘67
Dr. Barbara A. Coles ‘89
Community Hospitality Healthcare Services
Mr. David P. Cooley ‘72 and Mrs. Dorothy Cooley
Mr. Daniel L. Coon ‘72 and Mrs. Linda S. ( Nosker ) Coon ‘75
Mr. Robert D. Crowley and Mrs. Barbara J. ( Cook ) Crowley ‘71
Mr. Donald R. Daut ‘76 and Mrs. Janet W. Daut
Mr. DuAne Davis and Mrs. Sonya D. ( White ) Davis ‘95
Dr. MaryAnn Demchak ‘79
Mr. Donald E. Dorn
Mr. Robert Drogowski and Mrs. Patricia A. Drogowski ‘71
Eaton Corporation
Dr. John Eichlin
ExxonMobil Foundation
Mr. John M. Farcus ‘03
Dr. Susanne K. Fenske and Mr. Ron Fenske
Mr. Benjamin C. Fiscus ‘13 and Mrs. Lindsay E. ( Thill ) Thill ‘13
Ms. Roberta A. Fitzgibbon ‘74
Dr. Joseph P. Fotos and Mrs. Libby Fotos
Franklin Rotary Club
Galaxy Federal Credit Union
Mrs. Melissa R. ( Shreffler ) Garvin
Ms. Alana H. Gazetski ‘67
Mr. Patrick T. Golden ‘71 and Mrs. Joyce A. ( Antolik ) Golden ‘71
Gray Family Foundation
Mr. William Grove ‘88 and Dr. Colleen A. McAleer ‘75
Hampton Inn
Dr. Steven C. Harris and Mrs. Patricia Harris
Dr. David Hartley and Mrs. Julie Hartley
Mr. S. Eugene Herritt ‘69 and Mrs. Sally Herritt
Ms. Heather L. Holstine
Mr. David Hrovat and Mrs. Kimberly J. ( Strawbridge ) Hrovat ‘95
Ms. Elizabeth ( Ferguson ) Hufford ‘70
Mr. John P. Hughes ‘86
Mr. Robert Johnson and Dr. Betsy S. ( Wyllie ) Johnson ‘94
Johnson & Henninger Dental Offices, LLP
Dr. Michael Johnson
Dr. Deborah J. Kelly ‘99
Mr. Douglas L. Kennedy ‘81 and Mrs. Bridget M. Kennedy ‘90
Dr. Andrew C. Keth ‘88
Mr. Dennis A. Kinol ‘68
Mr. Dennis Kmiec and Mrs. Roberta L. ( Egidi ) Kmiec ‘71
Mr. Matthew R. Koerper ‘17
Mr. Thomas J. Komenda ‘71 and Mrs. Judy Komenda
Ms. Jamie Koshak
Dr. Iseli K. Krauss
Mr. James E. Kriebel and Mrs. Penny Kriebel
Mr. Thomas D. Kurts ‘68 and Mrs. Beverly E. Kurts
Mr. Richard L. Lewis ‘71 and Mrs. Roberta O. ( Ordiway ) Lewis ‘72
Mr. Jeffrey S. Linden ‘89
Ms. Leslie K. Loase ‘81
Ms. Martha L. Lojzim ‘82
Mr. John M. Lovre ‘57 and Mrs. Evelyn D. ( Mezerski ) Lovre ‘59
Dr. Elizabeth MacDaniel
Mr. Robert W. Maddox and Mrs. Cheryl A. Maddox
Dr. Samuel J. Mann, M.D. and Mrs. Maureen O. Mann ‘72
Mr. Ladd Masek and Mrs. Nancy J. ( Exley ) Masek ‘64
Mr. David McFarland
Mr. Christopher Miller, C.P.A. ‘01
Mr. Michael G. Miller ‘92
Mr. Bernard E. Mills
Mr. Al Modrzejewski
Mr. Edward M. Munn ‘75
Mr. Kenneth C. Nellis ‘86 and Mrs. Cynthia A. Nellis ‘16
Madere M. Olivar
Mr. Kirby L. Ordiway ‘80
Mr. Richard Ortz and Mrs. Lisa Ortz
Mr. David D. Osikowicz ‘73 and Mrs. Deborah J. ( Johnson )
Osikowicz ‘73
Dr. Patrick T. O’Toole ‘79 and Mrs. Tracey O’Toole
Ms. Mary Alice Ozechoski ‘86
Ms. Carol M. Palinkas ‘70
Mr. Archie L. Palmore, J.D. ‘75 and Mrs. Angela Palmore
Mr. Robert B. Perry ‘53
Mr. David A. Peura ‘88 and Mrs. Carole L. ( Puglia ) Peura ‘88
Mr. Larry C. Pickett ‘77 and Mrs. Melissa D. ( Audain ) Pickett ‘80
Mr. Jonas Pipher and Mrs. Holly A. ( King ) Pipher ‘08
Mr. Rein E. Pold ‘73
Mr. Michael E. Polite ‘86 and Mrs. Sheryl L. ( Anderson ) Polite ‘86
Dr. Susan C. Prezzano
Primary Health Network
Mr. Samuel Puleio, Jr. and Mrs. Terri Puleio
Raytheon Company
Redbank Chevrolet, Inc.
Mr. Robert T. Reichert ‘84 and Mrs. Michelle Marie G. Reichert
Dr. Edward J. Sarver ‘67 and Mrs. Lorraine F. ( Stephenson ) Sarver ‘69
Mr. Daniel K. Shirey III ‘79
Dr. Elaine M. Shuey ‘78
Ms. Debra A. Sigworth ‘19
Mr. David G. Simmons ‘63 and Mrs. Eileen Simmons
Ms. Alexis D. ( Davis ) Singer ‘73
Mr. Max R. Smith and Mrs. Emily E. ( Deible ) Smith ‘02
Kaia Rearick: My ultimate goal is to do cancer
research. As a freshman, I had so many
opportunities. I am involved in two research
groups. The first is the Phage Project, in
which we process various soil samples then
test against a variety of bacteria to find
phage that is found abundant in the soil.
Phage is an alternative solution to help
when our medicine and treatments become
resistant to bacteria and disease. My second
research project is Annexin 1 Project, which
focuses on cancer cell research to determine
how the immune system kills cancer cells.
Last summer, I took a 400-level Cell Culture
and Tissue Engineering class in which I grew and took care of various
cell lines all at once. I completed a primary explant by myself and still
have my cells growing from that procedure. I would never be able to
have these opportunities in college if it wasn’t for scholarships; I receive
no other financial aid.
The Snebold Family Business Partners LLC
Mr. Richard C. Snebold, Jr. ‘68 and Mrs. Jayne G. ( Milbrandt )
Snebold ‘69
Mr. Chris Sobina and Mrs. Debra D. Sobina ‘83
Mr. James A. Staab ‘74
Mr. John T. Stunda ‘79 and Mrs. Patricia Stunda
Mr. Douglass Sturtz and Mrs. Brenda A. ( McElhattan ) Sturtz ‘79
Super Subways, Inc.
Mr. Timothy E. Murray ‘88 and Mrs. Robin Murray
Taylor Community Foundation
Dirk Vandermeer, O.D.
Dr. Dirk Vandermeer and Mrs. Karen Vandermeer
Vintage Financial Services, LLC
Watson Excavating
Mr. Lynn E. Watson ‘75 and Mrs. Susanne Watson
Mr. Louis J. Weiers ‘89
Dr. Richard A. Wiesen ‘59 and Mrs. Sandra L. ( Hepler ) Wiesen ‘59
Dr. James C. Wilson ‘53
Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin
* Donor passed away in the year reported
The listing of names of our contributors is subject to error,
both human and computer. If there is an error, please accept our apology and bring it to our attention.
CUAA PROMOTES UNITY, RECRUITMENT AND ENGAGEMENT
Clarion University Alumni Association is an
organization for all those who have attended the
university. Its purpose is to foster a spirit of loyalty
among alumni, students and friends of Clarion
University. It strives to promote the university, attract
new students, assist in gaining financial support, and
foster a lifelong affiliation between the university and
its alumni.
Through the standing committees of the Alumni
Association Board of Directors, each year they
award $12,000 in scholarships, select and honor the
Distinguished Awards recipients, actively recruit new
board members, encourage participation in events and
volunteerism, and promote philanthropic activities.
community service projects, and 13 Pehrsson in Person
gatherings to introduce our new president. Chapter
activities have included a softball team in Cranberry
Township, a “Build Your Own Bob’s Sub Day” in the
Washington, D.C., area, student engagement activities
on the Venango Campus, volunteering at the ReStore in
Philadelphia, and much more.
Through Eagle Ambassadors, the student alumni
organization, the presence of the Alumni Association
was seen at Welcome Week, Move-In Day, and New
Student Convocation. Our students continually strive
to increase awareness of the Alumni Association, the
importance of philanthropy, and building pride in
Clarion University.
This past year, the Alumni Association and the
Office of Alumni Engagement have hosted more than
30 events. These include Distinguished Awards and
Homecoming, Alumni Weekend, two Pirates games,
Alumni Association president Theresa Edder ’91 and President
Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson congratulate Venango Distinguished
Alumna Angela C. Shontz Harriett ’07, M.Ed. ’12.
Last August, the Office of Alumni Engagement
provided “Teacher Survival Kits” for our alumni who are
teachers. The kits contained various Clarion branded
classroom items including pencils and erasers for their
students. Nearly 600 teacher kits were requested in
just one day through social media. They were then
assembled and either hand delivered or shipped. The
kits reached our teaching alumni across the country in
Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana,
Maryland, Virginia, Kansas, North Carolina, Nebraska,
New Mexico, South Carolina, Texas, Wyoming, Delaware,
Ohio and West Virginia.
Alumni
Alumni in the Washington, D.C., area had a taste of the iconic
Bob’s Sub during “Build Your Own Bob’s Sub Day.”
Ann Thompson, director of Alumni Engagement, presents
a teacher kit to Gina Matthews Clark M.Ed. ’01.
FINANCIAL MATTERS
Parents
1.4%
Foundation Support to Clarion University
2018-2019 Contribution Revenue:
Donors: 2,904 / $2,095,971
$9,000,000
ALUMNI
Donors: 1,977 / $711,834
$8,000,000
Current & Retired
Faculty, Staff &
Administration
12.4%
$7,000,000
FRIENDS, CONSORTIA, & OTHERS
Donors: 350 / $675,252
Businesses &
Foundations
20%
$6,000,000
BUSINESSES & FOUNDATIONS
Donors: 126 / $418,636
Alumni
34%
$5,000,000
CURRENT & RETIRED FACULTY, STAFF,
& ADMINISTRATION
Donors: 280 / $260,469
$4,000,000
$3,000,000
Parents
Donors: 171 / $29,780
Friends, Consortia,
& Others
32.2%
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
For 2018-2019, approximately 3.4% of the
total living Clarion University Alumni (1,977
out of 58,115) had made contributions to
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
$0
FY 05
FY 06
FY 07
FY 08
FY 09
FY 10
FY 11
Support by University to Foundation
Foundation Support to University
$1,292K
FY 12
FY 13
FY 14
FY 15
FY 16
FY 17
FY 18
FY 19
Over the last 15-year period, the
University has received $9.50
for every $1 provided to Clarion
University Foundation, Inc.
FY 19 Support By Category
Scholarships & Grants
$790K
Campus Activities & Programs
Operational & Support Services
Total = $7,885,000
$5,803K
CLARION UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, INC.
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
JUNE 30, 2019
GROWING OUR ENDOWMENT
Endowment Balance from FY05 - FY19
$45,000,000
$40,000,000
ASSETS
JUNE 30, 2019
JUNE 30, 2018
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Other Current Assets
$15,789,310
$17,188,446
Investments
40,170,010
37,342,470
Other
Long Term Assets
95,674,136
98,944,727
$39,175,199
$35,000,000
TOTAL ASSETS
$151,633,456
$153,475,643
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses
$5,083,451
$4,591,019
Debt Outstanding
98,813,182
101,491,618
Total Liabilities
103,896,633
106,082,637
Net Assets:
Without Donor Restriction
10,842,939
10,216,577
With Donor Restriction
36,893,884
37,176,429
Total
Net Assets
47,736,823
47,393,006
$30,000,000
$25,000,000
$20,000,000
$15,000,000
$13,842,190
$10,000,000
FY 05
FY 06 FY 07
FY 08
FY 09
FY 10
FY 11
FY 12
FY 13
FY 14
FY 15
FY 16
FY 17
FY 18
FY19
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
$151,633,456
$153,475,643
FROM THE CEO
Fifty years old. Fiftieth wedding anniversary. Fifty years of
service to an organization – or an organization’s fiftieth year
of service to others. All of these are significant milestones
for people and organizations. This year, Clarion University
Foundation, Inc., celebrates its fiftieth year of service
to Clarion University. Congratulations to all, and, more
profoundly, thank you!
As I ponder this accomplishment, I am taken aback by the
magnitude of this landmark moment. More than anything,
I think about the people who had the foresight to start the Foundation. Some of the names
that come to mind are Still, Leach, Marder, Pope, Byerly and Wasson – the original signers of
the Articles of Incorporation, dated Dec. 8, 1969. We are here because they decided it was time
to make a difference, and they volunteered countless hours to set in motion this whirlwind of
philanthropy.
I think, too, about all of the volunteers, donors and staff who have had a profound impact on the
work of the Foundation: Aharrah, Blaine, Harvey, Amsler, Burns, Leach, Kriebel, Kooman, Weir, Slike,
Motter, Fleming, Smith, Hughes, Barnes, Roth, Reinhard, Grunenwald and Tripp, and now Pehrsson,
France, Alison, Demich, Burns, Truscott and the entire board of directors, past and present. The
people are too numerous to list and credit individually, but you know who you are, and you know
the true impact you have made on the Foundation, the University and the students we all serve.
Again, I say thank you!
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
Clarion, Pennsylvania
Board of Directors 2018-2019
Ms. Jane K. France ’71–PRESIDENT
Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Archie L. Palmore, J.D. ‘75
York, PA
Mr. Mark R. Demich ’79–PRESIDENT-ELECT
Westport, CT
Ms. Susan Slike ‘79
Shippenville, PA
Mr. Scott Burns–VICE-PRESIDENT
Clarion, PA
Mr. Bruce Sukaly ‘79
Fredericksburg, TX
Ms. Carol Truscott ’79 –SECRETARY
Clarion, PA
Maj. Gen. Peter Talleri (Ret) ‘79
Southpointe, PA
Mr. Christian Allison
Pittsburgh, PA
Ms. Theresa Edder ‘91
Shippenville, PA
Mr. Lawrence P. Cirka ‘73
Placida, FL
Ms. Milissa Steiner Bauer ‘84
Clarion, PA
Mr. Al Lander ‘74
Lucinda, PA
Dr. Dale Elizabeth Pehrsson
Clarion University President, Ex-Officio
Mr. Carl D. McManamy ‘63
St. Simons Island, GA
Mr. James Geiger
Clarion University Vice-President, Ex-Officio
Mr. James E. Moffatt ‘70
Irwin, PA
Mr. Michael R. Keefer
Chief Executive Officer, Ex-Officio
Mr. Paul Palmer ‘61
Allison Park, PA
Mr. Max Smith, COO/CFO
Assistant Treasurer, Ex-Officio
I then think of this first fifty years which resulted in hundreds of endowed scholarships, endowed
programmatic funds, projects, programs and buildings. This labor of love was marked by many
great times, and some trying times, too. The work has been done on campus and in people’s
homes and businesses, during scheduled meetings and during unscheduled times that the need
has arisen, including Christmas Eve. This remarkable contingent of people, through their work for
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., has impacted a staggering number of students in
immeasurable ways.
Ms. Desirée Beck, Administrative
Assistant/Assistant Secretary, Ex-Officio
Finally, I think about the endless possibilities of the next fifty years, and it warms my thoughts.
I hope you feel the same.
Best personal regards
Michael R. Keefer, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
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Seifert-Mooney Center for Advancement
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214-1232
Phone: 814-393-2572 (TTY/TDD): 814-393-1601
WWW.CLARION.EDU/FOUNDATION
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., wishes to thank Ms. Tina Horner, Clarion University communication manager,
and PAGES for their guidance, writing, design and untiring editing, which made this publication possible.
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
2018-2019
ANNUAL REPORT
BOARD
PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
Fifty years ago. 1969. I look back on that time when I was a sophomore at Clarion State College. I didn’t know it at the time,
but the literal definition of sophomore is “wise fool,” derived from the roots sophas (wise) and moros (foolish or dull).
Thankfully, there was a group of wise folks who had the foresight in 1969 to incorporate the Clarion University Foundation.
I’d like to think that their decision enabled the realization of innumerable positive impacts on Clarion, its students and the
community.
These Founders are no longer with us, but their vision has survived to this day with minimal modifications to the initial charter of Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation was established to support Clarion University (and its forerunners) in its mission to promote life-changing,
affordable educational experiences to its students.
Now, fifty years later, we are proud to continue that effort.
As I mentioned last year, many factors have presented challenges in achieving our goals, but with leadership from the University, the community and the Foundation, we are seeing positive results.
Part of the University’s True North Initiative is to create an environment enabling student success. One component of this
is to provide affordable housing to students. The University and the Foundation co-managed a housing affordability task
group that identified ways to offer competitive housing rates to students.
In helping to achieve that end, the Foundation’s Board of Directors personally contributed over $82,000 that went directly
to helping students decide to attend or continue their education at Clarion when they otherwise would have been unable to
do so. This was one component of the short-, medium- and long-term recommendations to bring the cost of housing to a
more competitive level.
In other actions that pointed to continued commitment to the University and our students in this past fiscal year,
the Foundation:
th
•
Pledged to hold housing rates flat for the 2019-20 term.
•
Provided almost $8 million to the University in scholarships, grants, special programs and other support.
•
Directly supported 796 students through awarding almost $1.3 million in scholarships.
•
Raised $2 million in private support from over 2,900 donors.
•
Increased our endowment by more than $2 million to $39.2 million. This represented one of the highest endowed
dollars-to-student ratios among the PASSHE schools. Also, endowment performance exceeded benchmarks
based on our asset allocation. To help continue this trend, we are assessing the number of managers and the dollars allocated to each.
As we’ve closed the books on the 2018-2019 fiscal year, I am encouraged by the direction in which the University and the
Foundation are moving, together.
So, as we celebrate our 50th anniversary, I laud you for your support over these decades and encourage you to join us in rising to the challenges and marking the milestones that face us over the next fifty years and beyond.
Sincerely,
President Jane K. France
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., Board of Directors
NEW FACES
The Foundation carefully recruits team members for the specialized knowledge, skills and characteristics that allow them to be effective in the positions they
hold. Those attributes are important for individual success, but, more importantly, they are essential for team success.
Brooke Mays ‘18
Annual Giving & Stewardship Manager
Mays’ primary responsibilities include
planning and implementing the day-today functions of annual giving, including
management of the Phonathon program by
recruiting, training and supervising callers.
She, along with director of annual giving Holly
Pipher, is liaison to the College of Arts and
Sciences.
A 2018 Clarion University alumna, Mays
loved her time as a student, and she wants all
students to feel that way as they walk across
the stage at graduation.
“I am raising money that directly impacts
students at Clarion,” Mays said. “I work directly
with students through the Phonathon program,
which is rewarding because I’m helping students
discover their true potential as they build their
resumes with important skills. I also enjoy
meeting our alumni to hear about their time at
Clarion and how things have changed since they
graduated.”
Chris Anderson ‘10
Director of Athletic Giving
Anderson oversees major gifts donations for
athletic scholarships and sponsorship sales for
athletic facilities, and he assists with individual
sport fundraising efforts through golf outings,
socials and other events. After graduating with
a degree in sport management, he worked
for four years in sales for professional sports,
including sponsorships and tickets for the NBA
and NHL. He also worked for five years for the
national organization Tickets for Kids Charities.
Anderson is proud to call Clarion University
his alma mater, and he wants it to be as
successful as possible.
“My job helps to bring top-notch athletes to
Clarion University through raising scholarship
dollars,” he said. “I love connecting with alumni
to hear their stories, and to help steward our
donors to make an impact is a true privilege.”
John Stroup
Development Officer
Stroup is a major gifts officer and liaison
to the College of Health Sciences and Human
Services. His background is in marketing,
bringing five years of various sales experience
and volunteer work with Rotary and in the
community.
Stroup loves his work with Clarion University
Foundation, Inc., because of its impact on
students.
“It helps our students, whether through
scholarships or through raising money to help
various departments or programs give them the
best experience Clarion University can offer,”
he said. “I also enjoy meeting our alumni and
learning about their experiences on campus and
how they have gotten to where they are today
because of Clarion University.”
THE giving WAY OF LIFE
“There’s no place like home,” Dorothy repeated while
clicking the heels of her ruby slippers in “The Wizard of Oz.”
Susan also gives her time in service to the Clarion University Foundation Board
of Directors. She first joined the board after being asked at the closing of the
property transfer. She remained active for six years until her parents became
Richard (Rick ’76) and Susan Stehle Slike (’79) couldn’t agree more. Both grew
ill, and she needed to devote her time to their care. Recently, she returned to
up in Clarion and were educated at Clarion University. After marrying, they
serving on the board. In addition, President Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson invited
made Clarion their home: they worked here, played here, and, recently, retired
Susan to serve on the True North Initiative subcommittee, Housing Affordability
here. Like everyone with hometown pride, they want nothing but the best for
Task Force. Housing affordability is key to recruitment and retention at Clarion
the Clarion area.
University, per Dr. Dale.
That’s what motivates their philanthropy to Clarion University: “We’re lifelong
“The people on the board are incredible,” Susan said. “They do so much work,
Clarion residents, and we want this area to do well. If we don’t support our
and they’re quite knowledgeable through their experiences in diverse
university and it doesn’t prosper, the town will not prosper,” Susan Slike said.
backgrounds. The board members are giving 100 percent, trying to do
Rick said Clarion University was the stepping stone to their success.
everything they can to make the university more successful. We’re dedicated
to increase enrollment and retention. At this point, it is evident that affordable
“We were in the housing and rental industry for over 30 years,” he said.
housing is a key factor to Clarion’s continued success.”
His degree was in education. While at Clarion, he participated in football and
The Slikes continue to give. Financially, they created a scholarship that is
men’s track and field.
awarded annually to a deserving student from Clarion County. Their enthusiasm
Susan, whose degree is in business management, said Clarion is where she
acquired her entrepreneurial spirit, which led to opening a dance studio, selling
dance wear, and various other endeavors. In 1986, she and Rick started
Showcase Homes in Shippenville and have since recently retired.
Fifteen years ago, the couple made their first gift – six rental properties
consisting of 18 rental units – to Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
“It was the right time,” Susan said. “The university was growing. Instead of a
monetary gift, we thought (gifting the properties) would help with the
expansion of campus.”
to help continues to grow based on the needs identified by their interaction
with the university. More specifically, they have befriended Phil and Estelle
Frese. Phil, dean of the College of Business Administration and Information
Sciences, keeps them well informed on the new and innovative programs being
created throughout the university. Rick and Susan look forward to the growth of
Clarion University and plan to remain supportive of their efforts.
The First 50 Years
million
received in
private gifts
1995
$1.6
1993
Annual Giving
Reaches New
High Of
$396,068
1992
$485,720 In Scholarships
Awarded To 530 Students
1988
First Alumni
Fund Drive
$8,000
1987
1979
First CU
Athletics Golf Classic
Investing
In Futures
Launches
Dec. 8, 1969
FOUNDED
Montgomery
Hall Renovated
Two years ago, Clarion University celebrated its 150th anniversary, a
mark that would have been impossible to reach without the
generosity of alumni and friends. In fact, the very beginning of
what was then Carrier Seminary came about through the Carrier
family’s philanthropic gift of lumber and money to build
Seminary Hall.
1990
First
Phonathon
1987
1980
First Five-Year
Campaign
Launches
$2.1 Million
Brick Campaign
To Renovate
Reimer (Gemmell)
1994
Clarion University
University Foundation,
Foundation, Inc.
Inc.
Clarion
Official University Residence
Likewise, in 1960, Venango County citizens who sought to
establish a post-secondary educational site in the Oil City-Franklin
area raised money to start Clarion University – Venango.
2010
Diane L. Reinhard Villages Opens
Assets Reach
All-time High
$153,911,187
CUF Endowment
Reaches All-time
High of
$39,175,199
Since Dec. 8, 1969, philanthropy has been administered and
directed by Clarion University Foundation, Inc. In the 50 years
since it was established, foundation assets, like the Golden
Eagles they support, have soared – from just over $107,000 then
to more than $151 million now.
Fly, Eagles, Fly
Campaign
Concludes
$4.7 million
2015-2019
Grunenwald Center
For Science And
Technology Opens
2012
Gift Creates
Barbara Morgan
Harvey Center At
Venango
2009
Venango Student
Housing Begins
2005
Nursing Sim Lab
Campaign Begins
2003
CUF Begins Student
Housing
Involvement
with Diane L.
Reinhard Villages
2013-2014
Student
Philanthropy
Begins
Investing In Futures
$11.34 Million,
Venango Call To
Action $1,988,000,
Both Exceeding Goals
2001-2004
2000
2004
The First 50 Years
Suites II Project
Completed
The single purpose in this substantive body of work and
financial growth is and always has been helping students
succeed. Benjamin Franklin said, “An investment in knowledge
pays the best interest.”
Students Through The Years
NEW SPIN ON LIFE
When Lisa McAdoo ’88 was born, her mother left her in a home for unwed
mothers, where she stayed until she was 2 years old. Her great-grandmother
retrieved her and raised her until she was 13. That’s when the great-grandmother
passed away, and McAdoo went to live with her mother, who suffered from
extreme depression and told McAdoo she couldn’t stay with her. McAdoo was
homeless for the next four years, until she was awarded the W.S. Tippin Scholarship to attend and play basketball for Clarion University.
“When I came to Clarion, it was the first time I had my own stuff in a long time.
I had my own side of the room. I could go to the cafeteria every day and eat
breakfast, lunch and dinner. I knew I could go to class and make something of
myself.”
McAdoo now works as a professional disc jockey known as DJ Lisa Love. She
shares her passion by teaching her art to others, ensuring that they will always
have a way to make a living.
RIVER RESCUE
EDUCATION SPECIALIST
In discussing Clarion University’s
role in Clarion River being named
2019 Pennsylvania River of the
Year, biology professor Dr. Andy
Turner said that applied research
programs produce graduates who
populate the agencies responsible
for water quality in the local
watershed. That includes Alicia
Ramsey ‘17, who, as a student,
worked on acid mine drainage
remediation through the research
programs and now is an erosion
and sedimentation specialist for
Clarion Conservation District. Her
work directly impacts the river.
Melissa Gring Niedbala ’02, 03 MS
began her career at Beaver
Valley Intermediate Unit in 2003
as a special education teacher
and was promoted to supervisor
of BVIU’s New Horizon School in
2014. At Clarion, it was the devotion to special education of Dr. Lisa
Turner and Dr. Pam Gent that most
influenced Niedbala.
“It is gratifying to watch students
progress and to see the smiles on
their faces every time they walk
through the door.”
WRESTLING CHAMP TO RUGBY CEO
2018 Clarion University Sports Hall of Fame inductee Dan Payne ’95 was a 1995 NCAA
Division I Wrestling All-American. He had a fantastic career under head coaches Bob
Bubb and Jack Davis, posting a career record of 111-35, tying for 10th at Clarion in career
wins and was a three-year captain. He was voted Male Athlete of the Year at Clarion in
1995.
After earning his degree in 1995, he received his MBA from Pitt in 1999 while being an
assistant coach with the Panthers. Payne embraced the sport of rugby and played on
the USA National Team in the World Cup in 2007 and was an assistant coach on the
USA World Cup team in 2011. After spending 11 years at Life University – the last five as
athletic director — he was named the CEO of USA Rugby in August 2016.
Students Through The Years
PATH OUT OF POVERTY
Tatum Henderson, class of 2020, grew up in poverty. Her mother became disabled after
battling cancer; from then on, housing and finances were a struggle for the family, which
included Tatum’s younger brother.
At age 17, Henderson was living with friends and was classified as homeless. She knew that
a college education was the path out of poverty and the means by which she could help her
family. She applied to Clarion University, but she worried frantically about paying for college.
“I was ecstatic when I received letters from Clarion University that I had been chosen to
receive the Clarion Leadership Award, the Leslie & Helen Himes Family Scholarship and the
Lori Ann Aaron Memorial Scholarship,” Henderson said. “The scholarships relieved so much
stress, because I knew that I did not need to worry about paying out of pocket for my classes.”
She subsequently was awarded the Addison Gibson Scholarship and the Dean James D. Moore
Scholarship.
As a student, Henderson joined Student Senate, began working at Carlson Library and became
an active figure on campus.
“I expanded on leadership and teamwork skills, and I met incredible role models who made
me feel like family,” she said. “I’m now in my fourth and final year, finishing my dual major in
secondary education (social studies) and sociology/psychology. I’m on track to graduate with
cum laude honors.”
Henderson is excited to begin her career. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in social
work and to obtain Clarion’s Opioid Treatment Specialist certificate in honor of her stepfather,
whom she lost.
“I want to help families overcome their struggles, and I want to help other children find ways
to achieve their lifelong goals,” Henderson said. “I wouldn’t be the person I am today without
Clarion University and the generous donors.”
COLLEGE ATHLETICS’
HIGHEST HONOR
A three-time NCAA Division II
national champion diver while in
college and the 2015 NCAA Woman
of the Year, Kristin Day ’15
graduated from Clarion with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Day
racked up a host of awards and
honors during her collegiate career.
In addition to her three
national championships, she was an
eight-time all American. She was
named Capital One NCAA Division
II Academic All-America of the Year
in July and was a two time
At-Large Academic All-America of
the Year. She also won the
Pennsylvania State Athletic
Conference’s Pete Nevins Scholar
Athlete of the Year award and
was the NCAA Division II “Elite 8”
award winner at swimming and
diving nationals.
After graduating from Clarion, Day
enrolled at Lake Erie College of
Osteopathic Medicine on an NCAA
Post-Graduate Scholarship.
She currently is in residency.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
Who doesn’t want to rub elbows
with Hollywood’s elite?
Todd Sherry ’83 has played
recurring roles on nine television
series and guest starred on dozens
more. He has been seen on film
opposite Sandra Bullock, Steve,
Carrell, Adam Sandler and Mario
Cotillard. He continues to work in
theater, television and film, most
recently appearing in television
series “AJ and the Queen” and
“iZombie.”
He is based in Los Angeles.
in appreciation of our DONORS
UNIVERSITY CLUB: $5,000 OR MORE
Mr. David E. Adelman ‘62
Dr. Ernest C. Aharrah ‘49
Mr. Jeffrey F. Azzato ‘85 and Mrs. Michele Azzato
Dr. Floyd Barger ‘58
Mrs. Milissa A. ( Steiner ) Bauer ‘84
Kenneth W. Beels Charitable Trust
Mr. Tom Bowman ‘77 and Mrs. Linda S. ( Allison ) Bowman ‘77
Mr. John V. Calipari ‘82 and Mrs. Ellen Calipari
Clarion County Rod & Gun Club
The Commodore Corporation
Mr. Mark R. Demich ‘79 and Mrs. Deborah H. LPM Demich
Mr. Jeffrey S. Edwards ‘84 and Mrs. Beth Edwards
Mr. Robert D. Emigh ‘74 and Mrs. Emily K. ( Hincken ) Emigh ‘72
Mr. Peter Fackler
Football Alumni Committee
Ms. Jane K. France ‘71 and Mr. Christian L. Allison
Mr. Richard Gent and Dr. Pamela Gent
Estate of Dilip K. Ghosh ‘78*
Addison H. Gibson Foundation
Johnson & Johnson
Samuel Justus Charitable Trust
Charles E/Virginia Kaufman Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation
Mr. Michael R. Keefer and Mrs. Cathy R. ( Rhodes ) Keefer ‘93
Mr. Charles F. Klingensmith ‘61
Mr. L. Kent Kretzler ‘73
Dr. Scott Kuehn and Dr. Myrna Kuehn
Mr. William E. Lafranchi ‘49
Alfred H. and Janet L. Lander Family Charitable Foundation
Mr. Alfred H. Lander ‘74 and Mrs. Janet Lander
Mr. Charles P. Leach, Jr. and Mrs. Sonja Leach
Dr. Glenn R. McElhattan ‘56 and Mrs. Mary F. ( Master ) McElhattan ‘72
McElhattan Foundation
Mrs. B. Helen ( Christian ) Milliron ‘57
Mr. James E. Moffatt ‘70 and Mrs. Marilyn D. ( Pyle ) Moffatt ‘70
The MPB Charitable Foundation
Ms. Michelle Boodjeh
NexTier Bank
Mr. Wayne Norris ‘65 and Mrs. Jacalyn Norris
Mr. Paul D. Palmer ‘61 and Mrs. Paula J. Palmer
Dr. Dale E. Pehrsson and Dr. Robert S. Pehrsson
Dr. Rod D. Raehsler and Mrs. Kara D. Raehsler ‘94
Mr. Mark Riesmeyer and Mrs. Sheryl Riesmeyer
Mr. James T. Ringland and Mrs. Karen Ivey
Robindale Energy Services, Inc.
Mr. Scott Kroh ‘74 and Mrs. Pamela J. Kroh
S & T Bank
Estate of Louise Salvucci
Mr. Robert F. Schmidt ‘69
* Donor passed away in the year reported.
Cecelia Harmon (’19):
It’s surreal to think that
people we haven’t met
see us as scholars – it
shows how much they
believe in the academics
at Clarion. It’s been my
lifelong dream to be a
veterinarian, and the
scholarships I’ve received
have been instrumental in
my professional journey.
Mr. Richard K. Slike ‘76 and Mrs. Susan A. ( Stehle ) Slike ‘79
Dr. Phyllis W. Smith
Mr. Henry Suhr, Jr. and Mrs. Beverly Suhr
Mr. John Truscott and Mrs. Carol A. ( Neuberger ) Truscott ‘79
Mr. Edward D. Wallace ‘73 and Mrs. Sharon Wallace
Dr. Karen Whitney and Dr. Peggy Apple
Dr. Paul R. Woodburne and Ms. Nancy Sansone
Mr. Curtis L. Zimmerman ‘79 and Mrs. Carrie L. ( Englert ) Zimmerman
PRESIDENT’S CLUB: $2,500-$4,999
Dr. Syed R. Ali-Zaidi*
Dr. Jeffery B. Allen and Mrs. Debbie Allen
Mr. Mark S. Andrekovich ‘84 and Mrs. Mari K. ( Pietila ) Andrekovich ‘87
APSCURF
Ayco Charitable Foundation
Ms. Lindsay R. Banner ‘07
Mr. H. Eugene Burns and Mrs. Susanne A. Burns
Mr. Michael G. Casciato ‘81
Dr. Richard R. Castafero ‘68 and Mrs. Gail L. Castafero
Mrs. Betty M. ( McCutcheon ) Chan ‘74
Mr. Robert J. Cloherty ‘62 and Mrs. Jeanie Cloherty
Mr. Michael J. Cole ‘89 and Mrs. Stephanie R. ( Sherman ) Cole ‘90
Colegrove Educational Trust
Eden Inc
Mr. G. B. Garbarino and Mrs. Gwen Garbarino
Farmers National Bank of Emlenton
Freebourn Properties
Mr. Royce E. Freebourn ‘80 and Mrs. Rose Marie Freebourn
Mr. Michael H. Hinderliter ‘71 and Mrs. Kay M. Hinderliter
Loyal Order of Moose 101
Mr. Robert M. McBurney ‘71
McDonald’s
Mr. Gene Puskash
Dr. David D. McFadden ‘84
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
Mr. W. Dale Murdock ‘72 and Mrs. Debra A. ( Uchal ) Murdock ‘73
Dr. Ronald Nowaczyk and Ms. Maureen Lavan
Mrs. Marilyn J. ( Follette ) O’Brien ‘63
PA North Central Region Math Science Ed. Collaborative, Inc.
Mrs. Mary Lou H. ( Herbert ) Pae ‘79
Dr. James G. Pesek and Mrs. Karen Westfall Pesek
Dr. Diane L. Reinhard
Mr. Vincent V. Sands ‘78 and Mrs. Theresa A. ( Renz ) Sands ‘79
The J. M. Smucker Company
Mr. Jeff T. Snodgrass and Dr. Wendy Snodgrass
Swartfager Welding, Inc.
UPMC Northwest Auxiliary
Mr. Gregg J. Wagner ‘82 and Mrs. Annemarie ( Hackett ) Wagner ‘82
Dr. George & Twila Wollaston Trust for Charitable Purposes
RISING EAGLES CLUB: $1,000-$2,499
Mr. William Ackerman ‘73 and Mrs. Leslie R. ( Damon ) Ackerman
Dr. Arthur Acton and Mrs. Mary Ann Acton
Mr. Russell F. Adkins ‘74 and Mrs. Sharon Adkins
Mr. James M. Alcorn ‘68 and Mrs. Jacaqua L. Alcorn
American Legion - Craig E. Fleming Post 66
APSCUF - Clarion Chapter
Mr. Lynn Armstrong ‘68
Audio-Logic, P.C.
Dr. Nora L. Fuchs ‘83 and Mr. Daniel Fuchs
Mr. David A. Bailey ‘65
Mr. Norman F. Basso ‘76 and Mrs. Tina E. Basso
Mr. Edward J. Bauer ‘70 and Mrs. Kathryn S. Bauer
Dr. Linda A. ( Marshall ) Bennett ‘65
Dr. Dipendra Bhattacharya
Blackbird Distillery
Mr. David Black and Mrs. Jennifer Black
R. L. Bolea, Inc.
Mr. Richard Bolea
Mr. William J. Brand ‘63
Mr. Robert Bubb and Mrs. Marsha Bubb
Mr. Darl Callen, Jr. and Mrs. Madelon D. Callen ‘65
Mr. Pete P. Caristo ‘55
Char-Val Candies
Mr. Howard Shreckengost
Mr. Lawrence P. Cirka ‘73 and Mrs. Judy L. ( Strachan ) Cirka ‘82
Clarion Psychiatric Center
Commission for the Universities of the PASSHE
Mr. Michael R. Cook
Mr. Ralph T. Critten ‘94 and Mrs. Cynthia H. Critten
Mr. James M. Crooks ‘74 and Mrs. Lydia K. ( Pifer ) Crooks ‘80
Curly, LLC
Mr. Carl D. McManamy ‘63 and Mrs. Charlene B. ( Benninghoff )
McManamy ‘63
MacKenzie Hoffman: Being a Civic
Engagement Scholarship recipient
has been the biggest blessing to me.
It has provided the opportunity and
resources to serve the community
that I live in. I knew that I wanted
to educate the community on the
importance of dental care, but I’ve
come to realize it’s not just education,
but access to care, too. Making a
difference in the community has
fueled my passion for my career even
more.
Mr. Dennis C. Darling ‘69 and Mrs. Lila Darling
Mr. Adam P. Davidson and Mrs. Patricia D. ( Revelant ) Davidson ‘99
Mr. Raymond W. Day ‘69 and Mrs. Joanne W. Day
DE Sports, Inc.
Mr. Louis B. Dean, Jr. ‘74 and Mrs. Bea Dean
Dr. Brenda Dede
Mr. Todd A. DeIuliis ‘86
Delta Zeta Sorority
Ms. Jeanne M. Dennis
Mr. Mark J. Flack and Mrs. Patrice M. ( ) D’Eramo-Flack ‘86
Mrs. LaVerne H. ( Haubrich ) Dobos ‘59
Mr. Jeffrey P. Douthett ‘79 and Mrs. Terri Douthett
Mr. Chuck Duffy and Mrs. Andrea Duffy
Mrs. Dorothy A. ( Dornburg ) Dull ‘52
Mrs. J. D. Dunbar ‘77 and Mr. Henry Faller
Mr. Paul E. Edder ‘81 and Mrs. Theresa A. ( Zacherl ) Edder ‘91
Edison International
Mr. Richard N. Edwards and Mrs. Caroline Edwards
Kim Egan Charitable Fund
Dr. Jeffrey D. Eicher and Mrs. Susan Eicher
Mr. Bert Else and Mrs. Milissa Else
Mr. Roger Engle and Mrs. Beverly A. Engle ‘71
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Mr. John Esposito
Mr. Sean Esterhuizen and Dr. Amy Esterhuizen
Dr. Soga Ewedemi
Fab-Tec Industries, Inc.
Mr. Daniel A. Kohley ‘84 and Mrs. Sheree Kohley
Mr. Kale R. Fithian ‘97
Mr. Paul L. Flickner ‘85 and Mrs. Ellen Flickner
Mr. Timothy P. Fogarty and Mrs. Bridget Fogarty
Dr. Benjamin Freed and Mrs. Deb Freed
Dr. Phillip Frese and Mrs. Estelle Frese
Fullington Trailways LLC
Mr. Mike Fullington
Mrs. Constance Gamaluddin
Mr. Robert J. Garritano ‘66 and Mrs. Joyce D. Garritano
Mr. James Geiger and Mrs. Kristen Geiger
Mr. Alan Geiger
Congressman James W. Gerlach
Dr. Lawrence Gilford
Mr. Jeffrey G. Golias ‘83
Mrs. Margaret G. ( Gourley ) Graham ‘59
Mr. Michael A. Greer and Mrs. Lisa L. Greer
Mr. Bob Gross and Mrs. Brenda Gross
Dr. Joseph P. Grunenwald and Mrs. Janice M. Grunenwald
Dr. Harold Hartley and Mrs. Carolyn Hartley
Mr. William R. Hartman ‘70 and Mrs. Irene A. Hartman
Dr. John W. Heard
Mr. James J. Herbert ‘79 and Mrs. Kelly M. ( Hogue ) Herbert ‘79
Mr. David L. Hill ‘89
Hoffman Electric Inc.
Mr. Justin Hoffman ‘82
Mr. Charles A. Hunt, Jr. ‘73
Atty. Emmanuel O. Iheukwumere ‘90
Mr. Timothy C. Irons and Mrs. Carol Irons
Mr. Larry W. Jamison ‘87 and Mrs. Ann M. Jamison
Kappa Kappa Psi
Mr. Paul B. Kemble, Jr. ‘68
Mr. James L. Kifer ‘83 and Mrs. Brenda Kifer
Kiwanis Club of Clarion
Ms. Deborah L. Kuhn
Ms. Linda Larson
Mrs. Mary Larson
Dr. Terry Latour and Mrs. Leslie Latour
Mr. Minde Lu ‘89
Mr. Ronald B. Lucas ‘82 and Mrs. Debra L. Lucas
M&B Redi-Mix, Inc. / M and B Services, LLC
Mr. Michael Hindman
Dr. Dana E. Madison
Mr. Richard C. Malacarne ‘63 and Mrs. Nancy C. ( Coax ) Malacarne ‘63
Mr. John Marinich ‘75 and Mrs. Patricia S. ( Semonich ) Marinich ‘75
Mr. Rodrick J. Marquette ‘97
Mr. L. Douglas Martin ‘80
Mr. Charles C. Matsko ‘70 and Mrs. Loretta V. ( Vastadore ) Matsko ‘71
Mr. Donald J. McGrath, Jr. ‘82 and Mrs. Virginia C. McGrath
Emily R. ( Sweetman ) Mebust ‘91
Mr. Trueman W. Mills ‘55 and Mrs. Jean L. ( Weaver ) Mills ‘59
The Miranda Family/Betty Miller Trust
Mr. Paul Miranda and Mrs. Jodie Miranda
Dr. Ronald E. Montgomery and Mrs. Judith Montgomery
Mr. Cameron M. Moran ‘12
Dr. Terry Morrow and Mrs. Phyllis Morrow
Mr. Richard W. Moss ‘72 and Mrs. Paula Moss
Mr. Charles L. Motter
New York Life Insurance Company
Mr. David W. Ogden ‘74 and Mrs. Pamela A. M. Ogden
Mr. James P. O’Hara ‘81
Mr. John Owens ‘15
Mr. Logan J. Pearsall ‘10
Mr. Scott R. Peters ‘75 and Mrs. Barbara J. Peters
Mr. Damon W. Peters ‘89
Mr. Earl R. Petrucci ‘64 and Mrs. Georgiana Petrucci
Mrs. Helen G. ( Grudowski ) Porter ‘60
Dr. Randall Potter and Dr. Jeanne M. Slattery
Presbyterian Women of 2nd Presbyterian Church
Mr. Scott V. Reinsel ‘05
Dr. Kevin J. Roth ‘81 and Mrs. Carol A. Roth
Mr. Robert G. Sabin ‘68
Mr. Timothy W. Sandberg and Mrs. Marlene J. Sandberg
Estate of Jay F. Shaffer ‘57
Mr. Abhijit A. Shinde ‘11
Ms. Bonnie ( Siepiela ) SinClair ‘70
Mr. Edward J. Smith ‘65 and Dr. Roxie R. ( Ruhlman ) Smith ‘67
Mr. Kyle N. Smith ‘09 and Mrs. Zi-Xiang Shen
Mr. Rich Snow and Mrs. Betty Snow
Ms. Margaret A. Spindler
Mr. Ronnie R. Standridge ‘79 and Mrs. Anne S. Standridge
Mr. Frank Hershkowitz and Ms. Lorraine C. Staples, J.D. ‘76
Mr. Daniel J. Stellute ‘68
Mrs. Marilyn L. Stempeck ‘83
Mr. John M. Stoner, Jr. ‘75 and Mrs. Janice L. ( McMinn ) Stoner ‘75
Mr. Bruce A. Sukaly ‘79 and Mrs. Leslie Sukaly
Mr. Frank Supancic ‘73 and Mrs. Teresa J. ( Tedesco ) Supancic ‘73
Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri, USMC (Ret) ‘79 and Mrs. Deborah L.
( Lipko ) Talleri ‘80
TCF Foundation
Mr. Anthony G. Tersine, Jr. ‘95 and Mrs. Robin R. ( Dunlevy ) Tersine ‘97
Mr. James Thornton and Mrs. Bridget Thornton
Mr. David D. Todd ‘76
Mr. James A. Town ‘95 and Mrs. Annette M. Town ‘05
Ms. Susan Traynor ‘89 and Mr. Michael R. Gabrovsek
Mr. Harry E. Tripp
Dr. Andrew M. Turner and Dr. Sharon L. Montgomery
Verizon Foundation
Mr. Jeffrey P. Walentosky ‘90
Ms. Lee Ann Wentzel ‘85
Mr. Kerry L. Wolbert ‘72
Mr. Daniel S. Wolovich ‘70 and Mrs. Cherie L. ( Lowe ) Wolovich ‘68
Write to Rent LLC
Mr. Chris Cole and Mrs. Barbara Cole
Mr. Richard Wrona and Mrs. Sharon Wrona
Mr. Matthew K. Zents ‘87
Mr. Anton Zidansek and Mrs. Janet L. ( Steiner ) Zidansek ‘72
Safriani Adnan: I am grateful to be
working with great advisors and
student coaches who are guiding
me to a successful career path.
During my four years at Clarion,
I’ve been involved with the Asian
Student Integrated Association and
the Public Relations Student Society
of America, which have helped
me to become more organized
and efficient, and have helped me
to step out of my comfort zone.
I’m grateful for the scholarships
I’ve received and the learning
opportunities they have created. Through the generosity
of alumni, parents and friends, I’ve gotten a quality Clarion
University education.
CONTRIBUTORS: $500-$999
Anonymous Donors
Dr. Vasudeva Aravind
Mr. A. Craig Aston ‘63 and Mrs. Susan L. Aston ‘63
Ms. Melinda L. Bailey
Mr. Garry N. Barton ‘72 and Mrs. Margaret J. Barton ‘71
Mr. Michael B. Biggins ‘00
Bluewater Management Group Inc
Mr. Van C. Bowersox and Mrs. Kathryn E. ( Funkhouser ) Bowersox ‘73
Ms. Sue A. Bowman ‘81
Mrs. Nada J. ( Yanshak ) Brillante ‘64
Mr. Scott Burns and Mrs. Angelia M. ( Cherico ) Burns ‘87
Mr. David L. Callihan and Mrs. Jean Callihan ‘99
Clarion County Community Bank
Clarion University Pin Club
Mr. Harold D. Clark ‘68 and Mrs. Mary E. ( Proper ) Clark ‘67
Dr. Barbara A. Coles ‘89
Community Hospitality Healthcare Services
Mr. David P. Cooley ‘72 and Mrs. Dorothy Cooley
Mr. Daniel L. Coon ‘72 and Mrs. Linda S. ( Nosker ) Coon ‘75
Mr. Robert D. Crowley and Mrs. Barbara J. ( Cook ) Crowley ‘71
Mr. Donald R. Daut ‘76 and Mrs. Janet W. Daut
Mr. DuAne Davis and Mrs. Sonya D. ( White ) Davis ‘95
Dr. MaryAnn Demchak ‘79
Mr. Donald E. Dorn
Mr. Robert Drogowski and Mrs. Patricia A. Drogowski ‘71
Eaton Corporation
Dr. John Eichlin
ExxonMobil Foundation
Mr. John M. Farcus ‘03
Dr. Susanne K. Fenske and Mr. Ron Fenske
Mr. Benjamin C. Fiscus ‘13 and Mrs. Lindsay E. ( Thill ) Thill ‘13
Ms. Roberta A. Fitzgibbon ‘74
Dr. Joseph P. Fotos and Mrs. Libby Fotos
Franklin Rotary Club
Galaxy Federal Credit Union
Mrs. Melissa R. ( Shreffler ) Garvin
Ms. Alana H. Gazetski ‘67
Mr. Patrick T. Golden ‘71 and Mrs. Joyce A. ( Antolik ) Golden ‘71
Gray Family Foundation
Mr. William Grove ‘88 and Dr. Colleen A. McAleer ‘75
Hampton Inn
Dr. Steven C. Harris and Mrs. Patricia Harris
Dr. David Hartley and Mrs. Julie Hartley
Mr. S. Eugene Herritt ‘69 and Mrs. Sally Herritt
Ms. Heather L. Holstine
Mr. David Hrovat and Mrs. Kimberly J. ( Strawbridge ) Hrovat ‘95
Ms. Elizabeth ( Ferguson ) Hufford ‘70
Mr. John P. Hughes ‘86
Mr. Robert Johnson and Dr. Betsy S. ( Wyllie ) Johnson ‘94
Johnson & Henninger Dental Offices, LLP
Dr. Michael Johnson
Dr. Deborah J. Kelly ‘99
Mr. Douglas L. Kennedy ‘81 and Mrs. Bridget M. Kennedy ‘90
Dr. Andrew C. Keth ‘88
Mr. Dennis A. Kinol ‘68
Mr. Dennis Kmiec and Mrs. Roberta L. ( Egidi ) Kmiec ‘71
Mr. Matthew R. Koerper ‘17
Mr. Thomas J. Komenda ‘71 and Mrs. Judy Komenda
Ms. Jamie Koshak
Dr. Iseli K. Krauss
Mr. James E. Kriebel and Mrs. Penny Kriebel
Mr. Thomas D. Kurts ‘68 and Mrs. Beverly E. Kurts
Mr. Richard L. Lewis ‘71 and Mrs. Roberta O. ( Ordiway ) Lewis ‘72
Mr. Jeffrey S. Linden ‘89
Ms. Leslie K. Loase ‘81
Ms. Martha L. Lojzim ‘82
Mr. John M. Lovre ‘57 and Mrs. Evelyn D. ( Mezerski ) Lovre ‘59
Dr. Elizabeth MacDaniel
Mr. Robert W. Maddox and Mrs. Cheryl A. Maddox
Dr. Samuel J. Mann, M.D. and Mrs. Maureen O. Mann ‘72
Mr. Ladd Masek and Mrs. Nancy J. ( Exley ) Masek ‘64
Mr. David McFarland
Mr. Christopher Miller, C.P.A. ‘01
Mr. Michael G. Miller ‘92
Mr. Bernard E. Mills
Mr. Al Modrzejewski
Mr. Edward M. Munn ‘75
Mr. Kenneth C. Nellis ‘86 and Mrs. Cynthia A. Nellis ‘16
Madere M. Olivar
Mr. Kirby L. Ordiway ‘80
Mr. Richard Ortz and Mrs. Lisa Ortz
Mr. David D. Osikowicz ‘73 and Mrs. Deborah J. ( Johnson )
Osikowicz ‘73
Dr. Patrick T. O’Toole ‘79 and Mrs. Tracey O’Toole
Ms. Mary Alice Ozechoski ‘86
Ms. Carol M. Palinkas ‘70
Mr. Archie L. Palmore, J.D. ‘75 and Mrs. Angela Palmore
Mr. Robert B. Perry ‘53
Mr. David A. Peura ‘88 and Mrs. Carole L. ( Puglia ) Peura ‘88
Mr. Larry C. Pickett ‘77 and Mrs. Melissa D. ( Audain ) Pickett ‘80
Mr. Jonas Pipher and Mrs. Holly A. ( King ) Pipher ‘08
Mr. Rein E. Pold ‘73
Mr. Michael E. Polite ‘86 and Mrs. Sheryl L. ( Anderson ) Polite ‘86
Dr. Susan C. Prezzano
Primary Health Network
Mr. Samuel Puleio, Jr. and Mrs. Terri Puleio
Raytheon Company
Redbank Chevrolet, Inc.
Mr. Robert T. Reichert ‘84 and Mrs. Michelle Marie G. Reichert
Dr. Edward J. Sarver ‘67 and Mrs. Lorraine F. ( Stephenson ) Sarver ‘69
Mr. Daniel K. Shirey III ‘79
Dr. Elaine M. Shuey ‘78
Ms. Debra A. Sigworth ‘19
Mr. David G. Simmons ‘63 and Mrs. Eileen Simmons
Ms. Alexis D. ( Davis ) Singer ‘73
Mr. Max R. Smith and Mrs. Emily E. ( Deible ) Smith ‘02
Kaia Rearick: My ultimate goal is to do cancer
research. As a freshman, I had so many
opportunities. I am involved in two research
groups. The first is the Phage Project, in
which we process various soil samples then
test against a variety of bacteria to find
phage that is found abundant in the soil.
Phage is an alternative solution to help
when our medicine and treatments become
resistant to bacteria and disease. My second
research project is Annexin 1 Project, which
focuses on cancer cell research to determine
how the immune system kills cancer cells.
Last summer, I took a 400-level Cell Culture
and Tissue Engineering class in which I grew and took care of various
cell lines all at once. I completed a primary explant by myself and still
have my cells growing from that procedure. I would never be able to
have these opportunities in college if it wasn’t for scholarships; I receive
no other financial aid.
The Snebold Family Business Partners LLC
Mr. Richard C. Snebold, Jr. ‘68 and Mrs. Jayne G. ( Milbrandt )
Snebold ‘69
Mr. Chris Sobina and Mrs. Debra D. Sobina ‘83
Mr. James A. Staab ‘74
Mr. John T. Stunda ‘79 and Mrs. Patricia Stunda
Mr. Douglass Sturtz and Mrs. Brenda A. ( McElhattan ) Sturtz ‘79
Super Subways, Inc.
Mr. Timothy E. Murray ‘88 and Mrs. Robin Murray
Taylor Community Foundation
Dirk Vandermeer, O.D.
Dr. Dirk Vandermeer and Mrs. Karen Vandermeer
Vintage Financial Services, LLC
Watson Excavating
Mr. Lynn E. Watson ‘75 and Mrs. Susanne Watson
Mr. Louis J. Weiers ‘89
Dr. Richard A. Wiesen ‘59 and Mrs. Sandra L. ( Hepler ) Wiesen ‘59
Dr. James C. Wilson ‘53
Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin
* Donor passed away in the year reported
The listing of names of our contributors is subject to error,
both human and computer. If there is an error, please accept our apology and bring it to our attention.
CUAA PROMOTES UNITY, RECRUITMENT AND ENGAGEMENT
Clarion University Alumni Association is an
organization for all those who have attended the
university. Its purpose is to foster a spirit of loyalty
among alumni, students and friends of Clarion
University. It strives to promote the university, attract
new students, assist in gaining financial support, and
foster a lifelong affiliation between the university and
its alumni.
Through the standing committees of the Alumni
Association Board of Directors, each year they
award $12,000 in scholarships, select and honor the
Distinguished Awards recipients, actively recruit new
board members, encourage participation in events and
volunteerism, and promote philanthropic activities.
community service projects, and 13 Pehrsson in Person
gatherings to introduce our new president. Chapter
activities have included a softball team in Cranberry
Township, a “Build Your Own Bob’s Sub Day” in the
Washington, D.C., area, student engagement activities
on the Venango Campus, volunteering at the ReStore in
Philadelphia, and much more.
Through Eagle Ambassadors, the student alumni
organization, the presence of the Alumni Association
was seen at Welcome Week, Move-In Day, and New
Student Convocation. Our students continually strive
to increase awareness of the Alumni Association, the
importance of philanthropy, and building pride in
Clarion University.
This past year, the Alumni Association and the
Office of Alumni Engagement have hosted more than
30 events. These include Distinguished Awards and
Homecoming, Alumni Weekend, two Pirates games,
Alumni Association president Theresa Edder ’91 and President
Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson congratulate Venango Distinguished
Alumna Angela C. Shontz Harriett ’07, M.Ed. ’12.
Last August, the Office of Alumni Engagement
provided “Teacher Survival Kits” for our alumni who are
teachers. The kits contained various Clarion branded
classroom items including pencils and erasers for their
students. Nearly 600 teacher kits were requested in
just one day through social media. They were then
assembled and either hand delivered or shipped. The
kits reached our teaching alumni across the country in
Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana,
Maryland, Virginia, Kansas, North Carolina, Nebraska,
New Mexico, South Carolina, Texas, Wyoming, Delaware,
Ohio and West Virginia.
Alumni
Alumni in the Washington, D.C., area had a taste of the iconic
Bob’s Sub during “Build Your Own Bob’s Sub Day.”
Ann Thompson, director of Alumni Engagement, presents
a teacher kit to Gina Matthews Clark M.Ed. ’01.
FINANCIAL MATTERS
Parents
1.4%
Foundation Support to Clarion University
2018-2019 Contribution Revenue:
Donors: 2,904 / $2,095,971
$9,000,000
ALUMNI
Donors: 1,977 / $711,834
$8,000,000
Current & Retired
Faculty, Staff &
Administration
12.4%
$7,000,000
FRIENDS, CONSORTIA, & OTHERS
Donors: 350 / $675,252
Businesses &
Foundations
20%
$6,000,000
BUSINESSES & FOUNDATIONS
Donors: 126 / $418,636
Alumni
34%
$5,000,000
CURRENT & RETIRED FACULTY, STAFF,
& ADMINISTRATION
Donors: 280 / $260,469
$4,000,000
$3,000,000
Parents
Donors: 171 / $29,780
Friends, Consortia,
& Others
32.2%
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
For 2018-2019, approximately 3.4% of the
total living Clarion University Alumni (1,977
out of 58,115) had made contributions to
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
$0
FY 05
FY 06
FY 07
FY 08
FY 09
FY 10
FY 11
Support by University to Foundation
Foundation Support to University
$1,292K
FY 12
FY 13
FY 14
FY 15
FY 16
FY 17
FY 18
FY 19
Over the last 15-year period, the
University has received $9.50
for every $1 provided to Clarion
University Foundation, Inc.
FY 19 Support By Category
Scholarships & Grants
$790K
Campus Activities & Programs
Operational & Support Services
Total = $7,885,000
$5,803K
CLARION UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, INC.
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
JUNE 30, 2019
GROWING OUR ENDOWMENT
Endowment Balance from FY05 - FY19
$45,000,000
$40,000,000
ASSETS
JUNE 30, 2019
JUNE 30, 2018
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Other Current Assets
$15,789,310
$17,188,446
Investments
40,170,010
37,342,470
Other
Long Term Assets
95,674,136
98,944,727
$39,175,199
$35,000,000
TOTAL ASSETS
$151,633,456
$153,475,643
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses
$5,083,451
$4,591,019
Debt Outstanding
98,813,182
101,491,618
Total Liabilities
103,896,633
106,082,637
Net Assets:
Without Donor Restriction
10,842,939
10,216,577
With Donor Restriction
36,893,884
37,176,429
Total
Net Assets
47,736,823
47,393,006
$30,000,000
$25,000,000
$20,000,000
$15,000,000
$13,842,190
$10,000,000
FY 05
FY 06 FY 07
FY 08
FY 09
FY 10
FY 11
FY 12
FY 13
FY 14
FY 15
FY 16
FY 17
FY 18
FY19
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
$151,633,456
$153,475,643
FROM THE CEO
Fifty years old. Fiftieth wedding anniversary. Fifty years of
service to an organization – or an organization’s fiftieth year
of service to others. All of these are significant milestones
for people and organizations. This year, Clarion University
Foundation, Inc., celebrates its fiftieth year of service
to Clarion University. Congratulations to all, and, more
profoundly, thank you!
As I ponder this accomplishment, I am taken aback by the
magnitude of this landmark moment. More than anything,
I think about the people who had the foresight to start the Foundation. Some of the names
that come to mind are Still, Leach, Marder, Pope, Byerly and Wasson – the original signers of
the Articles of Incorporation, dated Dec. 8, 1969. We are here because they decided it was time
to make a difference, and they volunteered countless hours to set in motion this whirlwind of
philanthropy.
I think, too, about all of the volunteers, donors and staff who have had a profound impact on the
work of the Foundation: Aharrah, Blaine, Harvey, Amsler, Burns, Leach, Kriebel, Kooman, Weir, Slike,
Motter, Fleming, Smith, Hughes, Barnes, Roth, Reinhard, Grunenwald and Tripp, and now Pehrsson,
France, Alison, Demich, Burns, Truscott and the entire board of directors, past and present. The
people are too numerous to list and credit individually, but you know who you are, and you know
the true impact you have made on the Foundation, the University and the students we all serve.
Again, I say thank you!
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.
Clarion, Pennsylvania
Board of Directors 2018-2019
Ms. Jane K. France ’71–PRESIDENT
Pittsburgh, PA
Mr. Archie L. Palmore, J.D. ‘75
York, PA
Mr. Mark R. Demich ’79–PRESIDENT-ELECT
Westport, CT
Ms. Susan Slike ‘79
Shippenville, PA
Mr. Scott Burns–VICE-PRESIDENT
Clarion, PA
Mr. Bruce Sukaly ‘79
Fredericksburg, TX
Ms. Carol Truscott ’79 –SECRETARY
Clarion, PA
Maj. Gen. Peter Talleri (Ret) ‘79
Southpointe, PA
Mr. Christian Allison
Pittsburgh, PA
Ms. Theresa Edder ‘91
Shippenville, PA
Mr. Lawrence P. Cirka ‘73
Placida, FL
Ms. Milissa Steiner Bauer ‘84
Clarion, PA
Mr. Al Lander ‘74
Lucinda, PA
Dr. Dale Elizabeth Pehrsson
Clarion University President, Ex-Officio
Mr. Carl D. McManamy ‘63
St. Simons Island, GA
Mr. James Geiger
Clarion University Vice-President, Ex-Officio
Mr. James E. Moffatt ‘70
Irwin, PA
Mr. Michael R. Keefer
Chief Executive Officer, Ex-Officio
Mr. Paul Palmer ‘61
Allison Park, PA
Mr. Max Smith, COO/CFO
Assistant Treasurer, Ex-Officio
I then think of this first fifty years which resulted in hundreds of endowed scholarships, endowed
programmatic funds, projects, programs and buildings. This labor of love was marked by many
great times, and some trying times, too. The work has been done on campus and in people’s
homes and businesses, during scheduled meetings and during unscheduled times that the need
has arisen, including Christmas Eve. This remarkable contingent of people, through their work for
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., has impacted a staggering number of students in
immeasurable ways.
Ms. Desirée Beck, Administrative
Assistant/Assistant Secretary, Ex-Officio
Finally, I think about the endless possibilities of the next fifty years, and it warms my thoughts.
I hope you feel the same.
Best personal regards
Michael R. Keefer, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
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840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214-1232
Phone: 814-393-2572 (TTY/TDD): 814-393-1601
WWW.CLARION.EDU/FOUNDATION
Clarion University Foundation, Inc., wishes to thank Ms. Tina Horner, Clarion University communication manager,
and PAGES for their guidance, writing, design and untiring editing, which made this publication possible.
Clarion University Foundation, Inc.