210 15 4134 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/15c1d7b05ec5720138cdbb72d76dd17e.pdf e7f4512329c1f90525e3b3c4d82e14a4 PDF Text Text �WILKE6 COLLEGE 6UMMGR1976 Volume 2, Number 2 editor George G. Pawlush ’69 associate editor Jane Manganella editorial staff Eddie White III '80 Wilma Hurst '79 Cara Berryman Vesta Breakstone Bob Gaetano'80 Noreen Corbett '79 administrative assistants Marguerite Fieldhouse Carole Bachstein '79 contributing staff ON THE COVER: auffigiuA' Modem America's legacy is three hundred years of progress which has built the greatest educational system the world has ever known. Basic education for all through high school is nearly universal. Higher education is within reach of almost every young person in the nation. And, education beyond the collegiate level has become commonplace with the increasing availability offunds for graduate study. Throughout the years American education has prospered because of the leadership of outstanding men and women who had the vision of what public education could do for this nation. Three of these American educational leaders are shown on the cover of this issue of the WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY, which was designed by artist Ron Beck. The educators, from left, are Dorothea Dix, Horace Mann, and John Dewey. Nearing the end of this century we see our schools facing new and different problems. But this has characterized our history. Under the leadership of great educators we can expect that American Education will continue to set the pace for all nations. (. ' - M Wilma Hurst '79 Gerald K. Wuori editorial advisor Arthur J. Hoover '55 circulation manager The Seeds of Time An address by Joseph J. Pinola '!,9 n® Lynn Jacobs art director Jon Schaffer Update On Alpha TW photography editor Arthur S. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO k Woman for All Seasons J. I (—j by Jane Manganella First Thoughts on Admissions The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. byDr.G. K. Wuori The Making of A Superintendent by Wilma Hurst’79 Chronicle — 4 Faculty Abstract — 10 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons, Honorary Member Reuben H. Levy, Honorary Member OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41, Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener, Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49, Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling, Secretary Arthur J. Hoover '55. Assistant Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz, Treasurer Joseph J. Chisarick '61, Assistant Treasurer James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby, M.D. Charles N. Burns, M.D. '35 Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Stanley Davies Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Alan M. Glover, Ph.D. Frank M. Henry Sports Update — 16 Gallery —18 South River St. Revival — 18 Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner Gerald A. Moffatt '63 William G. Mulligan F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross, Jr. Letters — 19 Marquis — 23 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Louis Shaffer Ronald W. Simms '60 William H. Sword, Jr. E. Arthur Trabant, Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 �icolIege^lhimiaM® & ■ M / CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, BENJAMIN BADMAN Benjamin Badman, president and chief executive officer of the Wyoming Valley Hospital, WilkesBarre, assumed the chairmanship of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees on June 1. Badman, a 1941 alumnus of the college when the institution was known as Bucknell University Junior College, succeeds Atty. Joseph J. Savitz, '48 who completed three consecutive terms as chairman. Other board officers, elected at a recent meeting of the trustees, include Mrs. Walter M. Diener, vice chairman; Hon. Edwin M. Kosik, '49 vice chairman; Mrs. Edward Darling, secretary; and Mrs. William Davidowitz, treasurer. The new Wilkes College board chairman is a native of Plymouth, Pa. Following completion of studies at Bucknell University Junior College, Badman attained his B.A. degree at Wesleyan University. A veteran of the World War II European Theater, Badman served as bombardier-navigator in the U. S. Army Air Corps, flying 35 missions over Germany. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters. Badman assumed the presidency of the Wyoming Valley Hospital in 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1949 and has been a member of its board of trustees since 1959. His professional affiliations include the American Hospital Association, Hospital Association of Pennsylvania, and the American College of Hospital Administrators. He has been chairman of the Political Action Committee, Hospital Association of Pennsylvania and a member of the House of Delegates, American Hospital Association. Active in local civic and service organizations, the Wilkes board chairman served as president of the Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis Club, president of the Greater WilkesBarre Chamber of Commerce, board chairman of the American Red Cross, and acting campaign chairman of the Wyoming Valley United Way. Badman also serves or has served on the boards of the NPW Medical Center, Salvation Army, Boy Scouts of America, and the Visiting Nurse Association. Badman has been a member of the Wilkes College board of trustees since 1972. Recently, he served as chairman of the Goals Committee of the College, composed of trustees, faculty, students, and community Alumni leaders, which made an extensive in-depth study of the long range objectives of Wilkes College. Badman has also chaired the College’s 1966 Capital Fund Campaign, the 1968 Scholarship Campaign, and is presently chairman of the Special Gifts Phase of the College’s “Alpha" capital campaign. YOU ARE THERE! The Wilkes/Hahnemann Telecommunications System, linking five hospitals and Wilkes College in Northeastern Pennsylvania with Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital in Philadelphia, gives both students and physicians in North­ eastern Pennsylvania instant access to faculty and case studies at the Philadelphia teaching hospital. Whether for teaching or consultations, the system brin°s the expertise of the instructors and super-specialists as close as the T V monitor. The savings in time and ’ money when comparing costs of physically bringing the experts to the outreach region are significant. The Wilkes/Hahnemann Telecommunications System, which officially opened June 21, was developed to reinforce a six-year program for training family doctors for Northeastern Pennsylvania. The number of aging, general physicians was dwindling and eager young replacements were not appearing out of the local woods. The philosophy behind the Wilkes/ Hahnemann Program is to recruit potential family/primary care physicians from the areas that need them. The search is made for bright high school students with a humanistic approach who are interested in the sciences and medicine and who enjoy the life­ style of their own area. Each year, nearly one hundred students are recruited into the Wilkes/Hahnemann Program to begin their studies at Wilkes College in Wilkes-Barre. After two years at Wilkes studying a curriculum designed to integrate with rather than duplicate Hahnemann’s curriculum, the pool is narrowed to a maximum of 25 qualified students who go 115 miles south to Hahnemann for their first three years of medical school. The students return to the WilkesBarre/Scranton region for their last clinical year of medicine. The theory is that an early introduction to the medical community will help reinforce their stated desires to remain and serve in that community or nearby. The Wilkes/Hahnemann T.V. System makes use of sophisticate cameras, microwave transmission equipment, and switching systems. The picture is transmitted in color, allowing patient-demonstra­ tions of operations and many other color-significant symptoms — as well as color-coded test results. Although the Wilkes/Hahnemann System is designed primarily for providing medical education (under­ graduate and continuing education courses for medical professionals) and diagnostic consultations, there are other uses for the sophisticated MICROWAVE UNITS ATOP THE STARK LEARNING CENTER two-way T.V. system. Administrative conferences among the affiliate hospitals and Hahnemann are as easy as the relevant participants meeting in their respective studios. Trouble-shooting for any shared institutional problem from supply shortages to bad batches of medications is facilitated. Any time the statement “What to look for is ...” can be made, a two-way telecommunications system will help make that statement more effectively. A PROMISE FOR TOMORROW Wilkes College's Academic Skills Center offers a useful service to the area. Located at Ross Flail, 251 South River Street, the Skills Center houses a number of educational and volunteer programs that attract people of all ages and backgrounds. The young and energetic staff of the Reading Center, located on the first floor of the old but stately structure, is comprised of Jean Gavlick, head teacher; Joan McGuiness, psychometrician; Donna Lee, Diane Sherman, and Pat Kozick, tutors. The director is Dr. J. George Siles, and Janie Stricker is the secretary. Both serve as director and secretary for the other programs in the Center. The primary goal of the Center is to improve the reading skills and related language arts and study skills of elementary, secondary, and post-secondary students. Upon entering the program each student is given a series of reading, auditory, and visual acuity and perceptual tests, which will be used to develop each student’s individual program. The Center is designed to attempt to correct known deficiencies and generally strengthen each student’s reading ability. All of the activities are developed and applied by staff instructors under the supervision of the Wilkes College faculty, and each instructor is assigned no more than three students during the session. The Act 101 Operation Phoenix Program is housed on the second floor of the building. This program allows educationally underprepared students the opportunity to improve their skills in verbal and written communication, reading comprehension, mathematics and problem solving. Operation Phoenix reaches out to those people who sincerely want to better themselves and further their education by attending college but who may feel their high school grades are not good enough, the costs of college may be too high, or they might need special help and assistance to succeed. A sincere and friendly staff, comprised of Rosemary Marchese, social service position/counselor, and Mary Kane, tutor coordinator, makes available individual and group counseling to aid students in developing self-confidence, coping with any problems and anxieties that may arise, and planning a course of action. Trained tutors are provided for each course a student takes, and they assist them in developing good study habits. Also, special instruc­ tion is provided to help each student take full advantage of all available financial assistance. On the third floor is a small, simply furnished room which serves as the office for both Volunteers for Literacy (V.F.L.) and E.S.O.L. (English to Speakers of Other Languages). These organizations are operated strictly on a volunteer basis. Students are chosen, usually under the Cooperative Education Program, to organize these Adult Basic Education programs. The Cooperative Education Program is designed to give students practical experience in their major area of study. Linda Lombardo and Sharon Zawatski, two Wilkes College Community Service majors, are in charge of these programs. The V.F.L. Program is designed to help non-literate adults learn to | read and write, whereas the goal of the E.S.O.L. Program is to help foreign speaking adults to read, write, and speak English. Both programs thrive on the volunteers who give of themselves so that others may experience and enjoy the many daily things which those who are literate in English often take for granted. The volunteers may be as young as sixteen years of age. The only requirements of the program are that they be high school graduates and capable of reading, speaking, and writing English. They must also be willing to tutor on a regular basis about three hours a week. Prior to their responsibilities as a volunteer, they are subject to a training period in which they are instructed to use the available materials and utilize instructional methods. The humane and invaluable services offered by these volunteers are important both to the progress of our society and the development of our nation. Although their roles may vary, all of the people involved in the various programs at the Wilkes College Academic Skills Center are working toward a common goal. The director, organizers, staff, and participating members are all a part of a move­ ment toward the betterment of themselves, of others, and of our society in general. NEW PART FOR ART Arthur J. Hoover, a veteran member of the "Wilkes College Family,” and Director of Alumni Relations at Wilkes College since 1970, has been appointed associate . dean of student affairs at the College as of August 1. Since joining the college in 1955, Hoover has served in a variety of Icont'd on page 8) SUMMER 1978 5 �I can’t tell you what a pleasure it is for me to be your speaker on this occasion, honoring the 1978 graduating class of Wilkes College. Somehow I feel that I am the most honored person here today. It is very difficult for me to realize that almost 30 years have gone by since I sat, as you are now sitting, listening to someone else up here giving my class its ‘ hail and farewell.” You must imagine all that went through my mind as I thought about what I should say to you today. Nostalgia? Of course. It shall be with me during my entire stay here in Wyoming Valley. It has been with me since I put these words together. Thirty years ago I sat where you are, wondering what was going to happen to me. Now I know: not what will happen, but what has happened. Today you arc sitting where I was then, wondering the same thing: what’s going to happen to you. And I don’t know the answer to that question any better than you do. Then I remembered some lines from Macbeth. You know them, too. You know, I took the title of my talk today from Shakespeare. With Macbeth is Banquo, who is soon to become his mortal enemy. They come upon the three witches, who cry out: “All Hail, Macbeth, that shalt be king thereafter.” Banquo asks, "What about me?” “If you can look into the seeds of time And say which grain will grow and which will not, Speak then to me, who neither beg nor fear Your favors nor your hate.” When I was sitting out there where you are, I’d have given everything I had, which wasn’t much, if I could have run into just one old witch who could tell my fortune. I bet a lot of you feel this same way today. Yet, as Shakespeare has the witches say later on, sometimes it’s better not to know. As I sat through my graduation in 1949,1 was conscious of having very mixed feelings. First of all, and I won’t try to kid you about this, I was glad to be getting out. I enjoyed my years here but I felt it was time to move on. 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY zln address by Joseph J. Pinola ’49, Officer of the Western Bancorporation, Los Angeles, Calif. There was an air of unrest prevalent at that time. The economy was in a recession. The United States had played the major role in winning the Second World War, yet it didn t seem to have its act together. To make matters worse, there seemed to be little peace throughout the world. What it all added up to was a great deal of uncertainty in my mind. It was an uncertainty I shared with most of my classmates. Half the members of my graduating class were married. Many had already started families. We needed jobs but unemployment was up, and jobs were hard to come by. John Kenneth Galbraith was on the scene, but the affluent society had not yet occurred. We weren’t cynical, we were apprehensive. We didn’t protest. Many of us knew from experience what strikes and lockouts meant. Relationships between men and women in our class were rather different from those today. For one thing, the question of having women live in the men’s dormitory, or vice versa, never came up because none of us could afford to live in a dorm. Our education was pragmatic because we lived in a pragmatic world. We were willing to try anything that worked, anything that might work. We had grown up in the Depression. Except for another war, the last thing we wanted in our lives was the personal and social devastation that comes with a falling economy. Our sights were not very high,-and now that I think of it, our goals were not very lofty. We wanted world peace and the recognition of the dignity of every individual. But those were largely abstractions. What we wanted most was our place in the sun. I think it safe to say that life was relatively simple then. It is my guess that if you drew a line on the rate of acquisition of new technical knowledge from the day of the caveman right up to the day of my ’ graduation, it would almost be a flat line. Then, all of a sudden, it would leap right off the chart. That is a change of a kind we never encountered. Your education is a product of that change. Your education is without a doubt a better education. But your world is far more complex and more is required of you to enter it on equal footing. So, if you are entering your world with apprehension, join the crowd. You have lots of company. Your world is going to be full of uncertainty and danger, just as ours was. I suspect that you are facing it with a mixture of confidence and apprehension, just as we did. And if that’s true, we’ve found ia common ground, our two generations, and that’s just great. For we seem always to be suspicious of each other and often antagonistic toward one another. We spend so much time and invest so much energy wondering what’s wrong with you that we forget you put a lot of time and energy into the question of what’s wrong with us. Maybe we don’t need to do that. Maybe we can just accept each other. We’d better, because you’re here now, and I’m still around, too. We have much more that separates us than age. We have much more that separates us than the superficial differences some critics of youth like to harp on. For example, you are coming directly from academia, from the intellectual world. I come to you from the business world. We have a lot of mutual suspicions on that account alone. We in business are often criticized for being too practical and too profit-oriented, while we look upon intellectuals as being too removed from reality and too idealistic. Yet our very existence depends upon the dedicated efforts o all of us. We cannot lose sight of the fact that our responsibilities to each other are complex and interrelated. As John W. Gardner stated: “An excellent plumber is infinitely more admirable than an incompetent philosopher. The society which scorns excellence in plumbing because plumbing is a humble activity and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy because it is an exalted activity will have neither good plumbing nor good philosophy. Neither its pipes nor its theories will hold water.” One of our serious problems today is related, to some extent, to the attitude Gardner is criticising. We often forget that we need the diverse talents of all our people. We need expert craftsmen and we need expert academicians. Thirty years ago one of the primary aims of our society was to eliminate the indignity of physical labor. And we have done a great job. We’ve developed machines that take the physical labor out of almost everything we do. Now we face the indignity of jobs that consist of sitting and watching those machines perform the labor. It’s a real problem, a problem of our time, one that stems from the rapid development of technology. We spend a lot of time wrestling with the concept of meaningful work. Yet we are nowhere near a resolution. Concepts are indeed changing. In fact, our only constant seems to be change. Change is fascinating and useful. But it’s also difficult and frustrating. One of the reasons you can’t be sure what the world is going to be like for you is that you have to keep up with change. Whether you’re ready or not. It’s not a cold, cruel world. But it is a tough one. What I hope is that the stress of change will not generate rancor between us. Attitudes must change with realities. There is a great call for understanding. I don’t believe, for example, that we have yet under­ stood the fact that our standards are changing also. And just as fast. I say this because all too often I see new standards applied to performance when performance deserves a much less critical judgment. Requirements for performance today are much higher than they were just a few years ago. Change, maneuvering in our achieving society, calls for rising standards, and that’s good. That’s the way it should be. But trouble develops because the public is not aware of just how rapidly it is raising its standards. The public believes that its standards are constant, unchanging. So, despite rising standards of business accomplishment, the public tends to rate business performance as very poor. I say not so! People in business are neither more moral nor more immoral than people in any other activity. No large segment of society, whether it be business, academia, or government, is either more moral or more immoral than the others. I make the argument because I believe it one of the least recognized concepts of change. It is an argument against rigidity, for understanding. As the world changes, we — who are part of that world — must change with it. We must decide for ourselves which attitudes to modify, which to be stubborn about. It’s up to us to provide the understanding that must come with change. It’s up to us to set fair standards upon which to measure the success or failure of performance. My generation has accomplished many fine things in the three decades since I sat where you are. And although I don’t mean to imply that we are ready to relinquish the driver’s seat, it’s important to add that I believe your generation will accomplish still more. When you’re where I am now, I’ll be over the hill. But if I’m around, I’m still going to care what you have made of yourselves — and of the world. The world judges us and evaluates us as it goes along. It gives some of us more — and some of us less —• of its worldly rewards, not necessarily according to our virtues. Eventually each of us, you and I, will judge and evaluate ourselves. We will judge whether, like Macbeth, we snatched at the crown and wound up our brief sojourn on earth croaking, “ ‘Tis a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing’,” or whether we followed the admonition of Banquo, who remained a humble, honest man and became the father of kings. Each of us will determine whether, in our individual ways, we have taken the gifts of instruction from our learned teachers and translated them into workable solutions to the problems that confront our society. Because each member of this graduating class has been given the advantage of education, we shall look to you to make a difference in a world that may be largely indifferent. You must care — for you and the thousands of young people like you are the future. My time is up. I leave you with a few thoughts that I hope will make a mark upon you. — The first one uses the business of banking to make its point: “If you had a bank account that credited your account each morning with $86,400, that carried over no balance from day to day and allowed you to keep no cash in your account and every evening cancelled whatever part of the amount you had failed to use during the day, what would you do? Draw out every cent, of course. “Well, you have such a bank, and its name is ‘Time.’ Every morning it credits you with 86,400 seconds. Every night it rules off, as lost, whatever of this you have failed to invest to good purpose. It carries over no balances. It allows no overdrafts. “Each day it opens a new account with you. Each night it burns the records of the day. If you fail to use the day’s deposits the loss is yours. There is no going back. There is no drawing against the ‘tomorrow.’ You must live in the present — on today’s deposits. Invest it so as to get from it the utmost in health, happiness, and success!” And finally, I leave you with this most meaningful thought taken from the Optomist Creed: God said, “Build a better world” and I said “How? The world is such a cold dark place and so complicated now, And 1 so young and useless, there’s nothing I can do. “But God in all his wisdom said, “]ust build a better you!” o Editor’s note: The above address teas delivered by Joseph /. Pinola ’41), Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of The Western Bancorporation, Los Angeles, Calif., at Wilkes College's 31st annual Commencement exercises, conducted Sunday, May 21, at Ralston Field. SUMMER 197B 7 �Cont. from Pg. 5 coUege^IhffiWiM® capacities including business education faculty member, director of financial aid, director of student activities, director of housing, and most recently, director of alumni relations and community affairs. “Art has expressed a strong interest in returning to the area of „ student personnel administration, stated President Capin. “He has made an outstanding contribution to our local and national alumni program over the past eight years, and we express appreciation for Art's efforts in enlarging the . relationship of the College with its alumni.” Wilkes College currently boasts an alumni roll of nearly 13,000 with graduates throughout the United States and the world. President Capin noted that a special committee, comprised of alumni, faculty, and administration has been formed to assist in the selection of a capable director of alumni relations. Hoover will continue to direct alumni relations until a successor is named. “I thoroughly enjoyed my tenure in alumni and community relations," explained Dean Hoover. “My academic background and interest lie in student affairs and I am extremely pleased to be given the opportunity to work in this area of college administration on a full-time basis.” “I will be working directly with students to enable them to make the most of their educational experience at Wilkes and, in a sense, I will be helping to shape future alumni of the College,” he added. In returning to the dean’s office, where he served from 1962 to 1970, Hoover will rejoin George Ralston, the dean of student affairs, and Jane Lampe-Groh, the associate dean of student affairs. Hoover replaces Edward Baltruchitis, formerly assistant dean of student affairs, who recently resigned to accept a position with an institution of higher learning in South Carolina. A native of Glen Lyon, Hoover received his B.S. in business education from Wilkes College and a M.Ed. from Penn State University. He has earned additional graduate credit at Lehigh University and Penn State. At the College he is the advisor to the annual yearbook, “Amnicola," and Commuter Council. Hoover is 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY the assistant secretary of the Board of Trustees and served as secretary of the Goals of the College Steering Committee. He is a member of the Council for Advancement and Support of Educa­ tion (CASE), American Personnel and Guidance Association, Pennsylvania College Personnel and Guidance Association, and secretary/treasurer of the Wilkes College Grapplers Club. Other professional affiliations include Delta Pi Epsilon, the business education fraternity, and Iota Alpha Delta, the guidance fraternity. HISTORY REPEATED A huge boulder on River Street, Forty Fort, between Wyoming Avenue and Cayuga Place, bears an inscription plaque which reads, “Forty Fort, built on this site in 1770 and named for the first forty pioneers. Enlarged in 1777, it protected the inhabitants when the British and Indians invaded the settlement in June, 1778 ..." What it does not tell the reader is that the fort did not, after all, protect the settlers, because they decided to leave and meet the enemy. The untrained outnumbered settlers were no match for their British and Indian foes. Away from the safety of the fort, in the quiet forest, near what is now known as Monument Street, the bloody Wyoming Massacre occurred. A grant from the F. M. Kirby Foundation to Wilkes College Dorothy' Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts enabled Alfred Groh, director of cultural activities, to bring the residents of Wyoming Valley on July 1 a factual reenact­ ment of these events. A replica of the fort constructed in Kirby Park and served as the setting for the performance Members of the First Continental Regiment, Lansdale; Butler’s Rangers Owego, N.Y.; Independence Fyfe and Drum Corps, Broomalland the Wilkes College Theater ' utilized a nearby meadow and dike area to reenact the battle and massacre which took place on July 1,1777. Nearly 6000 Wyoming Vail residents turned out to view the event. LEARNING WEEKEND BY WEEKEND Wilkes College and Keystone Junior College unveiled a joint program on June 8 which will provide Northeastern Pennsylvania adults with a four-year college degree program to be offered on weekends beginning in September. President Robert S. Capin, Wilkes College, and President John B. Hibbard, Keystone Junior College announced that the two institutions of higher learning will cooperate for the purpose of offering a four-year weekend college program in which' Keystone, a two-year institution, will provide the courses, curricula, faculty, and administrative support services for the first two years of the undergraduate program, and Wilkes, a four-year institution, will provide ' the same for the final two years of the undergraduate program. According to President Capin, the purpose of the joint venture is to provide students who complete a two-year program of study with the opportunity of going on to fulfill the requirements of the baccalaureate degree on weekends. “Wilkes College will provide welldeveloped programs in business administration, psychology, and sociology as initial offerings in the upper division weekend studies,” he said. The Wilkes executive added that Wilkes College will provide a residential weekend program on the LaPlume campus of Keystone Junior College in order to allow qualified graduates of any' two-year program the opportunity to fulfill the require­ ments for the bachelor’s degree by attending classes every third weekend. Applicants must meet the standard requirements for any students desiring to transfer to Wilkes College. Keystone will provide the physical facilities such as classrooms, office space, and residential accommoda­ tions on its suburban campus, and Wilkes College will provide course offerings, faculty, and administra­ tive services for the upper division of the weekend program. President Hibbard traced the success of Keystone's current twoyear program, which was instituted in the Fall of 1975. "Since Keystone initiated its adult degree ‘Weekender’ program, it has become conscious of the needs for the graduates of the program to advance toward the baccalaureate degree in a degree-oriented program. “Surveys which we have taken show that 82 percent of those students enrolled in Keystone’s weekend program desire to attain the baccalaureate degree,’’ he said. The weekend adult degree concept is being expanded to the junior and senior levels because students attending the program are either reluctant or unable to attend any other kind of college program. “Some 75 percent of Keystone “Weekenders’ have indicated that a weekend schedule fits both their professional and personal lives. There is a definite need for a program of study in this area, and for the need to go unserved would be an injustice to the adult student,” the Keystone president added. The cooperative agreement between the two colleges would be limited to the weekend college program. “There will be mutual planning of courses offered to adult students in order to provide an orderly transfer from Keystone to Wilkes," President Capin said. COMMENCEMENT REVIEW Joseph J. Pinola, a 1949 alumnus and chairman of the board and chief executive officer of the Western Bancorporation, Los Angeles, California, was the principal speaker at Wilkes College’s 31st Commence­ ment exercises at Ralston Field on May 21. Also addressing the graduates were Dr. Charlotte V. Lord, Professor Emerita, English Department, who represented the faculty; and David Palanzo, a biology student and president of the graduating class. Key commencement participants are shown prior to the start of exercises which saw 531 students receive graduate and baccalaureate degrees. Pictured from left, Dr. Richard P. Soter, provost; President Robert S. Capin; Joseph J. Pinola, commencement speaker; Atty. Joseph J. Savitz, chairman of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees; and Benjamin Badman, vice chairman of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees, who assumed the chairmanship of the board on June 1. The “Alumni Award for Leader­ ship” was shared by two graduating seniors — David W. Evans and Carl Holsberger, Jr. The award is presented annually by the Wilkes College Alumni Association to a member or members of the graduating class considered by a special committee to have made the strongest contribution to student life and the student activities program at the College. & baccalaureate degree at Bloomsburg State College and holds a masters degree from Columbia University. Dr. Wuori, a member of the Wilkes Philosophy Department faculty, will assume responsibility of the admissions office and for the implementation of a freshman studies program, which will become effective in August, 1979. A native of DeKalb, Illinois, Dr. Wuori joined the Wilkes College faculty in 1975. He attained his B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University and advanced degrees from Purdue University where he won the Dean Marbury Ogle Literary Award and was a David Ross Research Fellow in 1973. Dr. Wuori was instrumental in formulating the freshman college concept at Wilkes College. Q THE WILKES 11___ , ~ ■ .y The recipients are shown, from left (Photo b): Carl Holsberger, Jr., Arthur J. Hoover, director of alumni relations, and David W, Evans. NEW CHALLENGES FOR WUORI AND WHITBY President Robert S. Capin recently announced the administrative appointments of John Whitby as Dean of Special Programs and Dr. Gerald Wuori as Dean of Admissions and Freshman Studies. “I am confident that these appointments will strengthen our admissions procedures and enable the college to attract qualified students for our special and general programs of study," expressed President Capin. Whitby, a member of the Wilkes College Family' since 1947, will assume responsibility for recruit­ ment of students for the Wilkes/ Hahnemann Program. “We are endeavoring to maintain and attract the most qualified students to our growing special programs,” added President Capin. "Dean Whitby, during 25 years of service in admissions work, has attracted many qualified students to Wilkes College. His experience will be directed toward the recruitment of students for the special programs." Whitby, who started at Wilkes as a member of the accounting faculty, has served as dean of admissions at the college since 1952. He earned his college COHWECTDOCM FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717 8264135 It’s Not Too Early To Start Planning For The 31st Annual Alumni HOMECOMING Friday, Saturday, Sunday October 13,14,15,1978 Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Office at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our records. SUMMER 1978 9 �Dr. Robert Werner F update \ on \lpha faculty by Noreen Corbett The “Pope of Parrish Hall" is located in a large rambling office on the top floor of the building at 16 South River Street. “The Pope," more affectionately known to his students as Dr. Werner, is a multi-faceted man who has been a member of the Wilkes College faculty for 23 years. A man who loves his profession, Dr. Werner notes, “the longer I teach the better I like students; in my years of teaching I feel students are improving in both ability and demeanor.’ The educator also feels “the majority of students today respect professors who live up to their expectations in both honesty and ability." With sincere devotion to his students, Dr. Werner humorously mentions that "between semesters I’m like a firehorse without a fire." In a more serious tone, he comments, “I believe that college teaching is an honorable commit­ ment. In this field, one must be wholly dedicated to his work. Also, I believe the major responsibility of the college professor is to make his field relevant to the student. That is, he must integrate his subject into the whole life picture of the student. This is not a challenge to the individual teacher; rather, it is part and parcel of his job. Furthermore, I believe it is fundamental that the teacher like students. If he does, sharing his knowledge with students will flow naturally." Seated behind his desk, Dr. Werner continues to talk solemnly about "the supreme importance of a liberal arts education in today’s world." He believes that a special­ ized background and a liberal arts background are highly compatible, in that the combination allows one to apply specialized knowledge in various areas of a liberal arts 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY background. Dr. Werner feels that a liberal arts background has been of enormous support in his specified area of economics. His respect and admiration for his students are obviously mutual, as Dr. Werner's office now bears many mementos given to him by former admiring students. One of the more eye-catching souvenirs is a red leather kneeler with “The Pope” embedded on it in studs. A group of his M.B.A. students made the kneeler for him to place in front of his desk to complete the image bestowed upon him by his nickname. The gesture was well received, for Dr. Werner promptly placed the kneeler in its intended spot. An energetic and versatile man, Dr. Werner has many hobbies to fill his time when he is not teaching. Such pastimes as sailing, boat building, painting, and collecting hats, artifacts, and relics from all over the world keep him busy. Dr. Werner is presently involved in making a Viking battle­ axe for his infant grandson. He explains that "it is an old Viking tradition that the grandfather make an item by hand for the grandson. Hopefully, I'll have it completed when he is old enough to lift it,” he joked. Dr. Werner earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois and Roosevelt University, and earned both his master's and doctorate in labor economics at the University of Wisconsin. He also has doctoral minors in psychology and sociology. In all, Dr. Werner — the “Pope of Parrish Hall" — is a prime example of an educated man: versatile, energetic, dedicated, and genuinely concerned for his fellow man O TURNING TO THE NATIONAL ALUMNI The emphasis of the "Alpha" Capital Gifts Campaign for Wilkes College will be directed toward alumni throughout the nation during the upcoming year. Regional alumni campaigns are in the planning stages and a major effort is scheduled for the Fall and Spring of 1978-1979. Alpha Campaign Chairman Atty. Andrew Hourigan, a member of the board of trustees at the College, reports that as of Sept. 1 nearly $1.4 million has been pledged during the first nine months of the three-year campaign. The Educational Aid Committee of RCA recently presented a check to t "alpha capital campaign" designated for scholarships. Pictured at Weckesse Hall were, from left, President Robe Capln; John E. Mainzer, director ot power manufacturing operations at RCA plant, Mountaintop; and Josepn Spoon, director of Industrial relatio . RCA plant, Mountaintop. "We are encouraged with the progress of the campaign to date," states Wilkes College President Robert 5. Capin, "but our momentum must be maintained to secure required resources for the College and its students. "The Wyoming Valley commun­ ity has responded enthusiastically to our needs. The community which Wilkes College serves is actually a testing ground for the values and validity of the College's educational mission. The WilkesBarre Area alumni have also been generous with their support. Alumni are the real extension of a college. Their education has a great bearing on the quality of decisions which they make. Support of local alumni has been gratifying throughout the first year of the campaign." The "Alpha" Campaign is directed toward three necessary goals: (1) scholarship support ($900,000); (2) enlarging the endowment to support faculty salaries ($700,000); and (3) reconstruction of existing college properties ($800,000). Some fruits of the "Alpha" Campaign will soon be seen on campus with the reconstruction of a college facility, located on the property given to Wilkes College by the Conyngham family. Plans call for the creation of a Student Union Building and President Capin reports that $150,000 has been pledged toward this purpose. "Other priorities in the past have forced us to take only temporary measures in providing a suitable centralized gathering place for students," the president stresses. "We cannot delay this muchneeded project any longer. A satisfactory and permanent student union facility is essential to the education of our students." When completed, the new student union will provide the students with adequate meeting and recreational areas, offices, and a food service area to accommodate the needs of commuter and residence students, who may wish to get together between classes for conversation, group study, or student activities. Throughout the past year many alumni have participated in various phases of the campaign and they have given or pledged $175,000 to the College. Alumni in the Greater Wilkes-Barre Area were solicited during the "Wyoming Valley Alumni General Appeal" in April and May. An attempt was made to solicit each local alumnus on a person-to-person basis. Concluding the drive was a telethon wrap-up, "which," according to Art Hoover, director of alumni relations, "exceeded our expectations." Using Weckesser Hall as the base of operations, alumni volunteers made several hundred telephone calls during four successive evenings in June and netted an additional $8,893 for the campaign. A record of $3,036 was pledged on the final night of the telethon. "Our telephone approach proved highly successful," adds Hoover. "I am appreciative to Rick Simonson, chairman of the Wyoming Valley Alumni General Appeal, and to a hard working group of local alumni who worked diligently toward making this phase of our effort spirited and productive." The College continues to seek support from foundations, corporations, and government agencies and looks for a favorable response from them throughout the coming year. Preparation has already started for "Alpha II," the second thrust in the $2.4 million drive, which is aimed at (1) conducting regional alumni campaigns in areas of the nation with concentrations of 200 or more alumni, (2) contacting alumni throughout the nation to seek their participation in the campaign, and (3) conducting a $150,000 Wilkes-Barre Area campaign to solicit friends and alumni who either were not contacted last year or elected to make a one-year pledge. "The 'Alpha' Campaign is progressing," concludes President Capin, "and I am looking to the alumni to make the difference between mediocrity and excellence as we continue to seek the resources necessary to better serve our students and our region." o A successful telethon concluded the Greater Wilkes-Barre General Alumni Appeal. Pictured at one of 12 stations at Weckesser Haiiwerejrom left, Loretta appeal chairman. SUMMER 1978 11 �fofan ■7 V Reasons by Jane Manganella When Dr. Charlotte Lord addressed the degree candidates, in May, she said, in part, "In the theater, when a show arrives at the second or seventy-second performance, the actor must create the illusion of the 'first time.' Only in this way can he pass the divine spark of performance to his audience.” Those who know Dr. Lord will recognize, in this statement, a basic philosophy for living. Both old friends and new acquaintances find her enthusiasm and zest for life easily apparent and very contagious. There is a poem that begins, "Oh world, I cannot hold thee close enough ..." Charlotte says, without saying it, much the same thing. "I've never been really bored," she says, "My life has been and is full, a series of doors opening, one after another, leading to new interests." Whether in a classroom, at a social gathering, or in the quiet of her own home there is an atmosphere she generates, her own "divine spark." "Two drives have made life, for me, a meaningful, vital commitment. They are love of beauty and joy in living," she states. When interviewing Charlotte, you find yourself discussing so many things — theater, art, teaching, yoga, decorating, books. All subjects are 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY apparently of immeasurable interest to her. The challenge in the interview is staying on the original subject... Charlotte Lord. For some, the mere mention of the word "interview" is often enough to wrap the personality in a kind of cocoon, preventing the best part of that personality from coming to the surface. Not so with Charlotte; she is gracious, at ease, spontaneous. Dr. Charles Reif, a long-time friend and colleague, says in tribute, "She pays attention to people." That sincere, innate interest in others is very obvious and perhaps the basis for her success in dealing with people. Charlotte Virginia Lord, the daughter of J. P. and Elizabeth Wagner Lord, was born in Dorranceton, Pa. Her father was a prominent attorney, and for a short time she too toyed with the idea of becoming a lawyer. At that point, however, because so few women were "liberated" and law was considered a male pursuit, she chose teaching as a career. Groh smiled as he recalled a ceouence in the play "Birthday Party" when they appeared opposite each ther |n one scene, they were to dance a samba. Charlotte was seated in a chair as Al approached and they were spontaneously to go into the dance. "Neither of us were accomplished dancers and Charlotte wanted it to be absolutely perfect. VVe rehearsed and rehearsed and rehearsed, long, long hours. Eventually, we did get it down to perfection but," he says, laughing, "the standing joke is, if we had to dance that samba today, in order to make it look right, we would need script, chair, cues, etc., and have to begin from exactly that point." and fell in love with an Italian writer, and to better understand his back­ ground and interests I decided to study the language." The romance did not work out, but her fondness for the language and customs is constant. When the United States entered World War II, the young teacher’s instinct to do something in that effort was strong, "and so in 1943,1 enlisted in the Navy"; she beams as she remembers. "It was marvelous, you see, because I had the chance to do something meaningful." She served until 1946, and attained the rank of Lieutenant (jg). Even in the military she gravitated toward teaching and in 1945 was appointed District Educational Services Officer in Philadelphia. Dr. Reif also talks about another scene from the same play, in which Charlotte had to fall forward, from a rather high platform, into the arms of several dancers. "Most leading ladies would do this only for the actual performance, but she insisted on doing it at each rehearsal. This," he states, "will give you some insight into that enthusiasm, and I never once saw her that she did not project that same joie de vivre." From the beginning of that career, standing in front of her first class, she knew she had made the right decision. "I knew it was a life-long commitment; I was young, as my students were young, and I loved it." She received her baccalaureate degree in English and dramatic arts at New York University, M.A. in English from Bucknell, M.A. in Italian from Middlebury College in Vermont, and a Ph.D. in English from the University of Pennsylvania. Subsequently, she taught in the Wilkes-Barre city schools, Philadelphia area schools, and as a Fulbright exchange professor, at the Universita di Roma, before coming to teach permanently at Wilkes in 1962. Throughout the years, and while teaching full time, she managed to continue to enrich all aspects of her chosen field. She attended McGill University, for French; Universita di Firenze, Ecole Berlitz, for French and Italian; Universita di Siena, (Fulbright grant) for Italian Literature; Barnard-NBC Television Institute, and Columbia University for English and Italian. When asked about her obvious interest in Italian, she confessed "it was an Italian who initially created the interest." Smiling, she says, "I met Charlotte Lord in “Pygmalion” An abiding love in Charlotte's life is the theater. She is entirely familiar with all aspects of it and has extensive training and experience. She has appeared in summer stock in Rockport, Massachusetts; Penn State Players; Macinac Island Players, Michigan; and the Allenbury Play­ house. She was an active performer for several years in the "Little Theater" in Wilkes-Barre. Alfred Groh, director of cultural activities at the College, who worked with Charlotte in many of the plays at the "Little Theater," says of her, "She is an accomplished actress, and very professional." s To list all of Dr. Lord's pursuits in teaching, theater, and cultural areas would take several pages, but she is so much more than statistically impressive. Whether you talk to faculty or students, invariably the adjectives used to describe her are "warm," "vital," "caring." Recently a student said, "Even when I didn’t do well in a test, she would note, under the poor grade, something positive. The one thing I did right she took time to tell me about. She has a way of emphasing the good while still making you look at the bad. I guess, because she never made me feel like a failure, I always tried harder the next time." In her closing remarks at graduation exercises, she quoted from Fra Giovanni's letter to the Countess della Aldobrandeschi, "I beseech you to look. Life is so full of meaning and purpose, so full of beauty beneath its covering ..." Charlotte Lord has not only looked and found the beauty, she has enabled countless others to discover the ability, within themselves, to do the same. o First Thou on Admissions . . . An Unspoken Address On Decline And Fall of TheS.A.T. by Dr. G. K. Wuort Dean of Admissions and Freshman Studies As the recently appointed Dean of Admissions at Wilkes College, I have been bemused — in this highly visible and highly public new role — by a rather odd tone in some of the questions directed toward me: a sympathetic tone, a concerned one, even rather sad at times. But I detect as well a certain fear which underlies some of the questions. Are we (either Wilkes or higher education nationally) going to make it? Will enrollments allow us to maintain present programs? Above all, is the quality of our students declining? It is this latter question that I have been asked most often, and it presents, to say the least, some challenging opportunities. Although I have yet to be presented with a stethoscope to use as our primary admissions tool, I have been admonished by one faculty member to “get us the bodies—that’s the name of the game" and by another to "get us some more 1200’s — that’s what we need.” More on that later. In short, then, there is increased concern as to whether higher education can fulfill its twofold mission of teaching and research in the face of a reduced clientele with an apparent reduced ability. Having just stepped out of the classroom after ten years in it, I have mixed feelings. I have never really tried to categorize the abilities of my students as a whole, but where some students have defied all my efforts in their desire to cultivate an attitude of militant ignorance, others have delighted me in their willingness to push me as they educated themselves. The above concerns, however, do have a foundation in fact, and I would like to explore them for awhile. * * There has been, both nationally and on the level of Wilkes College, a decline in College Board scores. Why this is so is still being hotly debated, as well as are the overall implications for higher education. In 1975, for example, S. P. Marland, Jr., then president of the College Board, stated that "no topic related to the programs of the College Board has received more public attention in recent years than the unexplained decline in scores earned by students on the Scholastic Aptitude Test. The trustees and officers of the College Board believe that we must do all we can to investigate and interpret this phenomenon to the public at large." With these words was launched a major investigation by a full-fledged "blue ribbon" panel whose conclusions were published by the Board in 1977. Unfortunately, the conclusions were inconclusive. Much mention is made of the rush to colleges in the late 50’s and into the 60’s of students who perhaps would not have considered college in another time; of the changing composition of the examinees — more minorities and disadvantaged students with changing patterns of high school preparation; and there is even speculation as to whether or not this first "real" television generation was simply illiterate, brain cells fried and concomitant math and verbal skills destroyed by an overdose of Gunsmoke and I Love Lucy. But again, the report is inconclusive and provides colleges and universities with little in the line of substantive guidance, particularly with respect to admissions policies. « * « 0 * There was a time when the college admissions process was, in large part, a pretty straightforward one. The large numbers of applicants were fairly objectively screened on the basis of test scores, high school grades, and class standing. For most students of my own generation, and especially those who went to larger schools, there was little in the way of admissions counseling and, perhaps, little need for it. The picture today is different. The large numbers are gone and indications are that that will be the situation for some time to come. Keep in mind that a baby boom is an eighteen year thing. The overall impact of this on the admissions process has been one of complicating the situation. The role of admissions officer as strictly recruiter is merging increasingly into the role of counselor. Subjective estimations of desire and motivation are tending to share the limelight with the more objective measure­ ments of achievement. If we interview a SUMMER 1978 13 �student with a combined math and verbal score of 700 (recall the earlier request for the 1200's), the issue is not necessarily one of simple rejection. One factor in our decision concerns the fact that the function of the S.A.T. is to provide an estimate of the prospect for success in the freshman year. A college career, however, is four or more years, and much can happen in that time which precludes making an admission decision on the basis of a test score alone. In sum, do we deny admission to a student with the desire to do college work on the basis of a low test score the reasons for which are still largely unknown? What complicates the issue is that, although one can argue that the future of a particular individual should not be tied to the somewhat arbitrary criterion of a test score, when we encounter a student with a, for example, verbal (English usage) score of 350, we can argue all night as to why his or her score is at that level. But while we do so, the student will, in nearly all cases, exhibit a very real inability to deal with the English language. And that, not the test score, is the real problem. What can be done? Easy answers abound, not so correct ones. Do we reduce enrollments in order to maintain quality? Do we reduce quality in order to maintain enrollments (and faculty, staff, and administrative jobs)? Clearly, in a country that has seen the democratization of lower level education extend such opportunity nearly universally, there is a danger should colleges unilaterally close doors which students, whether rightly or wrongly, have been led to expect would be open to them. On the other hand, a college is not a day care center. It is a place where the intellects of the men and women involved are expected, in one way or another, to attain a measure of excellence in scholarly achievement. Note, that was ‘excellence,' not ‘competence.’ Typically, colleges have moved to meet some of the demands of these changing conditions by introducing the remedial course into the curriculum. Writing laboratories, academic skills centers, remedial English and remedial mathematics — one wonders, with all due respect, if "remedial life" can be far down the road — have all been used for quite some time to bolster the variety of skills in our incoming students, much in the same way that honors programs have been used to enhance levels of excellence already achieved. Such remedial courses do help and they have undoubtedly provided an opportunity for students who would have been lost, in more 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY ways than one, had they simply been thrown into the mainstream of the college curriculum to sink or swim. These courses, however, have limits. They are not designed to leapfrog the student, in fourteen weeks, from ignorance to wisdom. At best, weaknesses can be corrected, bad habits ironed out, further need diagnosed. If carried too far, on the other hand, this type of curriculum cannot have anything but a deleterious effect on the academic scene as a whole, both in the lowered expectations of new students as well as in the corrosive effects of a faculty challenged not to push students to the heights but to bring them up from the depths. In truth, of course, the situation is not that bad, and at Wilkes our students still test well above the national norms. It is in terms of the future, however, that most serious questions arise. The easy answer — simply escalate standards and develop ruthless admissions policies — would be disaster. In the first place, an ideal student body ought not to be a homogeneous one in the same way that an ideal society could not be a homogeneous one. As Richard Moll, Director of Admissions at Vassar College, pointed out in a recent article in Harper’s, where a college needs its intellectually bright students, it needs its leaders, doers, loners, athletes, and cheer­ leaders (male and female) as well, and we simply do not often find all of these qualities combined in one Super Student. Secondly, such a move would put us in the position that many colleges were in for years; namely, denying the opportunity for an education of a student who really did have the potential (however individualistically hidden) and who really would be able to meet or even exceed the standards of the faculty. Questions also arise here as to the social obligations of institutions. To illustrate some possible futures, I’d like to discuss briefly a direction we are moving in at Wilkes with the development of a Freshman Studies program. One need we have found concerns the means whereby the progress and problems of an increasingly heterogeneous student body can be watched more closely by those intimately involved: faculty and students themselves. We are not — and I cannot emphasize this too strongly — returning to the role of collegeas-parent so familiar to generations of college (and Wilkes) students in this country. That role was largely abdicated by colleges due to the multi-faceted student movement pressures of the 60’s, and I think rightly so. But we may have gone too far in assuming that all students had the emotional (“they grow up so fast these days!") and intellectual maturity necessary to achieve instant success on the campus. Our own efforts, today, are moving in the direction of more effective advising. Using a team approach, coupled with peer and faculty advisors, we hope to be more consistent both in clarifying the expectations we have of our students with respect to the standards inherent in a liberal arts education and the student's ultimate major program of study, as well as in developing a realistic and proper (to the aims of a college) set of diagnostic and remedial services. A bit farther down the road in our planning is a series of freshman seminars, the function of which is to plunge the student immediately into a demanding intellectual experience, as opposed to the general run of freshman courses which are, albeit necessarily, nearly always a preparation for something else. In truth, such a challenging environment (as we see the seminars) may be beyond a few of the students as they enter the freshman year, so in that sense the seminars are being looked upon as possible pilots for a full-scale freshman honors program. Again, these are exploratory efforts, attempts to plan rather than simply wait for the future and then react. I think colleges, from the elite on down to all the rest, are increasingly going to be forced to accept a different kind of student in the future. We know, for example, that we are already accepting an older student. And with age will come a greater diversity and complexity with respect to experience and preparation for college work. Will such students be "worse"? Will they be less qualified? Will they erode standards and force colleges to compensate for mistakes made on the elementary and secondary level? Again, no easy answers and a lot of questions being begged, but I think the key devolves upon an increasingly selfreflective attitude on the part of educational institutions in general. It is vital for a college to know exactly what it is, what it ought to be doing, what its resources are, and where the overall strengths of its faculty lie. Nothing new here (I hope), but it is important to realize that we are dealing with a period of change in both the aims and perhaps the very structure of higher education itself. There will be fatalities, particularly in institutions dogmatically unwilling to redefine their purposes. But for colleges that know what they are doing there is also, rather obviously, opportunity. Perhaps the whole thing can be summed up by paraphrasing an old saying: today, more than ever, it is crucial that we know what we want because the chances are not all that bad that we'll get it. o 1The Making of a Superintendent A Look at Leo Solomon '53 by Wilma Hurst ‘79 Leo Solomon looks after the welfare of 10,600 students, making him cither the world’s busiest baby­ sitter or superintendent of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. His job, of course is the latter. Solomon has held the demanding position as superintendent since July 1976. A native of Wilkes-Barre, the district administrator was educated in the city, first at the Boyd Dodson Elementary School, in the Rolling Mill Hill section, and later at Elmer L. Meyers High School. Elis education continued at Wilkes College where he earned a B.S. in business administration/accounting in 1953. Since graduating from the College, Solomon has devoted his life to elementary and secondary education as a teacher, coach, and administrator. His first teaching position was in the Lake-Lehman School District but a year later Solomon returned to teach in Wilkes-Barre where he joined the faculty at Coughlin High School. He served at Coughlin High School for ten years as a social studies teacher and as a wrestling and football coach. The future superintendent continued his quest for an advanced degree on a part-time basis while at Coughlin, and eventually received an M. S. degree in secondary administration at the University of Scranton. The fruits of his labor quickly paid dividends when he was appointed principal of the Dana Elementary School. He later served at his elementary alma mater, Dodson, as principal before accepting district-wide opportunities. The merger of the Wilkes-Barre City School District into a larger Wilkes-Barre Area School District advanced him to new responsibilities as assistant director of elementary education. Later, he joined the district superintendent, Walter C. Wood, as an assistant to the superintendent. Upon Wood’s retirement, an exhaustive search was launched to find a successor. After countless interviews and in-depth study, the screening committee chose Solomon for the highest seat of responsibility in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Helping him along the road to the superintendent’s post was his wife Margaret, whom he married in 1956. The Solomons have three children — Leo Jr., a student at Wilkes; George, a student at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science; and Jacqueline, a junior at GAR High School. His other family is even larger! With 12 elementary schools, two junior high schools, two junior­ senior high schools, and one senior high school to supervise, his job is not an easy one and requires hours of careful attention. The responsibilities of a superintendent cover every area of the entire operation of the district, ranging from financial, curricular, to building and administrative functions. Due to the vast number of decisions, considerations, and people involved Solomon sees his job as one of the more difficult ones in any profession. But it does have its rewards, and, according to Solomon it is “one of the most exciting positions imaginable. Every minute seems to require a major decision. You take pride in knowing that you are helping children and future generations receive the opportunity to get a good education.” Education plays a major role in life and Solomon noted that “without a good educational and intellectual foundation, students would have a hard time developing and growing in a complex world. We endeavor to serve the needs of our student,” Solomon added. “We teach them about health care and the values of our society, while providing them with the basic skills.” Aiding in the development of a student are extracurricular activities because they “help a student interact with the intellectual aspects of education. There have been countless instances where activity outside the classroom has inspired the student to marked improvement in the classroom.” The future of public school systems will be challenging. Economic forces, such as the rising rate of inflation, will require careful attention in the years ahead as revenues are being depleted while expenditures are remaining stable or increasing. Non­ mandated programs will continue to be in jeopardy if the situation does not change, and although Solomon would regret to see any programming in the district discontinued, he must constantly prepare for any changes. Solomon is committed to maintain the educational excellence of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. “Our graduates have more than held their own in the nation’s top institutions of higher learning. We are also proud of our graduates who have gone on to success in the professional and non-professional areas of employment. We want the Wilkes-Barre community to share in this pride and aid us in our quest to provide a quality education.” Drawing on his experience as student, teacher, father, and administrator, Solomon summed up his goal as superintendent. “We want to teach students to learn for more than just the sake of learning. It is important for them to develop to the best of their abilities, so that they can make a significant contribution to life.” SUMMER 1978 15 �A Brand New Year sportsmij^^gi,^® From Hitting To Admitting "We’ve worked very hard to build the Wilkes College baseball program; I just don't think I will ever be able to divorce myself from the sport." This was the sentiment of former Wilkes College baseball coach Gene Domzalski as he fondly reflected on his nine years as baseball chief at Wilkes College. Domzalski, one of the premier coaches in Wyoming Valley baseball history, retired from coaching in late June to devote complete attention to his new position as associate dean of admissions at the college. “I just don't think I could have given justice to the program by remaining at the helm," Domzalski explained. “My new role at the college will require a vast amount of time, and it was my decision to leave coaching. I don't see any letdown in the future of the program. Dave Kaschak, my successor, is a sound baseball man. We had a good recruiting year and I stand ready to help Dave whenever I am needed." In his nine seasons as the Colonel skipper, Gene put Wilkes baseball on the national map. Against top­ flight competition, Domzalski guided Wilkes to 138 wins while tasting defeat in only 43 contests. One of the highlights of his tenure came in 1976 when the Colonels swept through the NCAA III Mideast Regional Tournament at Mansfield State and went on to finish fourth at the NCAA III World Series in Marietta, Ohio. "We came of age in 1976," Domzalski remembered. "For many years we knew we could compete with any Division III team in the nation, but it took our championship at the Mideast Regional Tournament to convince national critics that our program had arrived.” After a fine 21-8 showing in 1976. the Colonels appeared close to an encore last year before being jolted in two quick games at the NCAA Mideast Regional. Still, the team, handed Domzalski his best rvinning percentage of all time, 20-4, and the Colonels had some solace in claiming the Middle Atlantic Conference title. Wilkes posted its third straight 20-win plus season, 25-5, under Domzalski this spring. They looked unbeatable, winning 23 of their first 25 games, before losing the MAC championship final, 5-4, to Franklin & Marshall College. The Colonels then won two opening games at the Mideast Regional and minds again wandered to another trip to the NCAA III World Series. All dreams came to an abrupt stop on "Black Saturday" as Wilkes lost tough backto-back nods to eventual tourney champion Marietta, 7-6; and Wooster, 6-5; erasing any swan song for Domzalski. Gene Domzalski concluded nearly three decades of active baseball participation In June to join the admissions staff at the college. Domzalski, right, is shown with his successor, David Kaschak. "I honestly feel that the day of reaching that top rung is very near," the coach noted. “Our program is solid and flourishing. There is no reason why our success won't continue for many years to come." An outstanding athlete in his own right, Gene won a total of nine football, baseball, and basketball letters at Newport Township High School. He was awarded an athletic scholarship to the University of Wyoming where he played varsity football and baseball as a freshman. His college football coach was Bob Devaney, who would later go on to set records at Nebraska. As a yearling, Gene played in the 1957 Sun Bowl game at El Paso, Texas, and led the entire nation in kickoff­ return yardage. His amateur career was cut short at Wyoming when he signed a professional baseball contract with the New York Yankees in 1958. Gene played six years in the Yankee chain as a third baseman before retiring in 1964. During his career, in which he had to wait in the shadows of Yankee great Clete Boyer and 5100,000 bonus baby Jake Gibbs, Domzalski had a fine career, continually batting near the .300 mark and being selected to two post-season league all-star squads. Later completing his baccalaureate degree requirements at Wyoming, Gene returned to Wyoming Valley in 1965 and assumed the head basketball coaching position at Newport High School. When the Greater Nanticoke Area School District was organized in 1966, he was appointed as its first baseball coach and led the team to one PIAA District II and three Southern Division championships. Domzalski joined the Wilkes physical education staff in the fall of 1969 and took over the reigns of the Wilkes baseball program. He was also a football assistant to Rollie Schmidt for a few years. "I have had some very happy moments in athletics," Domzalski stated with pride, "but I felt the time was right for a change. When the dean’s position was offered, it was hard to resist the challenge of a new and different opportunity in higher education." Although Gene will be absent from the coaching field he plans to stay close to the Wilkes program in some capacity. “We recently organized the Colonel Dugout Club to aid the baseball program. We have a lot of plans and goals, and I hope to be able to contribute actively to the program in this way.” A fine recruiter as a baseball coach, Domzalski will broaden his horizon in attracting students to the college. With his success in the athletic field, there is little doubt in anyone’s mind that he will find his mark in the Wilkes admissions office. Wilkes College head football mentor Rollie Schmidt is positive that his 1978 grid Colonels can challenge for the Middle Atlantic Conference championship title, despite a 4-5 record last year and back-to-back 3-5 slates the previous two seasons. And why not, After all, the Denver Broncos, Washington Bullets, Duke University Blue Devils, and Leon Spinks all came out of nowhere to be a top contender or champion. Over the years, all of the successful Wilkes Golden Horde teams have been anchored by a stellar defense. And 1978 will be no exception, as 18 letter-winners return for Schmidt and defensive coordinator Ed Lukas. Although the defense lost some key members from last year's club to graduation, including MAC MVP linebacker Tony Couto, there is a lot of muscle left from a squad that allowed only 97 points in nine games a year ago. At the key linebacker spot, where Wilkes lost Couto and John Lack, probably two of the best to ever play the position at Wilkes, Schmidt will go with Wilkes-Barre area sophomores Tom Breese and Tom Yuhas. Another possible linebacker is senior Mike Molitoris, a defensive back last season. In the defensive secondary the Blue and Gold will be led by junior co-captain David Korba at the safety slot. Korba pilfered six enemy aerials a year ago, one shy of the Colonel school record. Back after a year's layoff with an injury is defensive back Mark Molitoris, Mike's brother, and an aggressive duo of Joe Shurites and Mark Arcure. In the trenches, Wilkes will be bolstered by Pat Boylan, Donny Brown, Steve Croghan, Jim Devaney, Rick Krawetz and Ed Mollahan. While the defense was surrendering only 97 points last year, the Wilkes offense could only produce 96 points. Hopefully, this is where the Colonel fortunes will change this annum. Returning at the signal-calling spot is the MAC Northern Division's top quarterback a year ago, Mike Wilson, who as a sophomore completed 25 of 76 for a league leading 424 yards. Wilson, a junior, was also second in total offense in the MAC, three yards behind the leader. Senior Bill Slovoski, who started many games as a sophomore in 1976, second-year man Pete Maxwell, and highly touted freshman Tom Cywinski will challenge for the signal caller position. Out of the three hopefuls, Cy winski looks like the top challenger to Wilson. If there is one position on offense where Wilkes is solid, it is at the halfback spot, where sophomore Carmen “Homer" Lopresto roams. Lopresto, tabbed the "Pittston Piston,” gained 256 yards on 63 carries for a 4.0 average last season. He saw limited duty, suffering a separated shoulder midway through the season. Lopresto was the star of the Colonels dramatic 7-0 win over Albright, crossing over from the two-yard line for the only score of the day. Lopresto’s running mate will be veteran Melvin Johnson, from Jamaica, New York. Wilkes will miss tight end Paul Wengen, who set some Colonel pass catching milestones, but Rob Irwin, Bill Molnar, Bob Rushworth, Dave Fritzges, Cliff Jones and freshman Chet Pientka provide a competent receiver corps. Leading the way on the offensive line will be senior co-captain Andy Contos. Other possible line starters include Jim Beck, Tom Heller, Joel Kane, Jeff Shovlin, Tom Sokola and Steve Wengen. With top notch freshman recruits mixing with the polished veterans and returnees, this football season should prove to be an exciting one for Wilkes College football head mentor Rollie Schmidt. q Baseball: overall record: 25-5 middle atlantic conference (north-west): 8-0 NCAA Mideast Rcgionals: 2-2 leading hitters: Terry Schoen, sr., .469, 46 hits, 44 runs, 11 doubles, 20 stolen bases. Phil Marino, so., .418, 33 hits, 28 runs, 5 homeruns, 22 rbi’s, Ken Suchoski, sr., .386, 44 hits, 32 runs, 10 doubles, 8 homeruns, 44 rbi’s. Dave Hungarter, jr., .351, 33 hits, 35 runs, 8 doubles, 34 walks. Chick Andrewscavage, fr., .340, 34 hits, 26 runs, 9 doubles, 31 rbi's. leading pitchers: Andy Kresky, sr., 9-2,1.91 era, 100 strikeouts, 80 innings, 45 hits. Barry Harcharufka, sr., 7-2, 2.13 era, 55 strikeouts, 55 innings. Carl DeFelice, so., 3-0,1.85 era, 35 strikeouts. 9 walks, 39 innings. Randy McHenry, fr., 4-1,2.65 era, 2 saves. 23 strikeouts, 34 innings. Danny Pisarcik, jr., 2-0,1.00 era, 4 saves, 19 strikeouts, 6 walks. First team, all MAC: Chick Andrewscavage lb. Terry Schoen 2b, Phil Marino 3b. Lou Elefante of, Andy Kresky p (MVP). NCAA District II Division III All-American: Ken Suchoski c, Terry Schoen 2b, Andy Kresky p. NCAA National Division III All-American: Terry Schoen 2b — second team. Ken Suchoski c and Andy Kresky p — third team. Women’s Softball: overall record: 2-5 NPWIAA record: 2-3 top hitters: Jackie Wiendl, so., .470, one homerun, 5 rbi's. Bernadette Swiderski, fr., .420, 9 hits, 10 rbi’s. Anita Meehan, sr., .370,10 hits, 5 rbi's. top pitcher: Karen Olney, sr„ 2-4, 31-2/3 innings, 28 strikeouts. Women's Volleyball: overall record: 0-3 Golf: overall record: 13-2 4th place finish in the 29th annual Middle Atlantic Conference Championship Tourney. Lacrosse: overall record: 5-6 Middle Atlantic Conference: 4-4 leading scorers: Bill Adams 28 goals, 9 assists, 37 points. Bruce Davis 23 goals, 12 assists, 35 points. Wayne Krum 21 goals, 4 assists, 25 points. Men’s Tennis: overall record: 5-9 Middle Atlantic Conference (north-west): 2-3 SUMMER 1978 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 17 �-tw The Sordoni Art Gallery will offer several outstanding exhibits during the coming year. Listings for the exhibits will be featured in this issue and future issues of the Quarterly. Scheduled for fall and early winter are the works of Franz Kline, Joseph Domjan, and Annie Bohlin. Franz Kline, an artist of genuine eminence in the history of American Art, was born in Wilkes-Barre. According to Dr. William Sterling, an art historian and chairman of the Wilkes College Art Department, Kline, in the mid-twentieth century, “helped to push forward the boundaries of art itself.” "He was," according to Sterling, “keenly aware of the history of painting and committed to the medium as an expressive vehicle. The abstract expressionist movement to which Kline belonged attempted to reinstate the presence and significance of the individual by revealing, in the most direct way, his encounter with the material (it was sometimes called action painting).” Sterling noted that Kline’s huge black and white canvases, painted in the 1950’s, were indicative of his coal country origins: the assimilated images of railroads, coal breakers, and bridges in the snow. The Sordoni Gallery featured the Kline exhibit through September 10. ***** The works of Joseph Domjan, master of the woodcut, will be on display from September 14 through October 8. This internationally known artist has works listed in permanent collections in 140 museums on four continents. In 1955, Domjan was designated by China as this country's “Master of the Woodcut.” He is the first occidental to ever receive the honor. Domjan’s studio is located in Tuxedo Park, New York. An outstanding exhibit by local artist Annie Bohlin will be featured from October 14 through November 12. J Mrs. Bohlin was born in South Bend, Indiana, and now resides with her husband, architect Peter Bohlin in Wilkes-Barre. She attended Barnard College in New York and Cranbrook Academy of Art, earning a B.F.A. in 1962. Mrs. Bohlin continued her studies abroad, receiving a Fulbright grant for study in Finland in 1963. She has, since 1962, been designer for Edward Fields, Inc. and since 1969, designed china for H. E. Lauffer Company. Her one man shows include: 1963, Kaivotalo, Helsinki; 1965, Everhart Museum, Scranton; 1966, New York State University, ' Fredonia, New York; and 1968, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre. The exhibition will consist of recent works only and will include rugs, cut out hangings, pieces of china, and various couch covers. Gallery hours are: Daily, 1-5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Andrew E. Baltz '57, Youssouf n,"brine Banguita '75, Stephen Banks '64. Frank G. Bankus 50, Richard C. Banta '59, Alexander S. naran '48, Robert J. Barberie'51, Michael A. Barbetti '68. tnseph W. Barnard '64, Mr. & Mrs. tames M. Barnes '71 '71 (Janet M. Micocci), Richard A. Barnes;’63. Robert J. Barno '63, George J. Barrett '63, James Barrett '70, D. Robert Bartlebaugh '58, Richard V Bartlebaugh '56, Mrs. Estelle Laskoski Bassler '62, Major Richard J Beach '62, Richard Bender '71, oseph M. Bendock '50, Andrew S. Benoska '60, Bennett S. Benson '51, Peter V. Berg, Jr. '73, Michael W. Bergbauer '72, Charles P. Berkant ■72, Mr. & Mrs. R. Jackson Berkey ’66 ’66 (Janice Collins), Mrs. Karen Baldoni Bernardi '72, Mrs. Rosalie Engel Biederman '37, Mrs. Florence Olshefski Bielawa '70. Mitchell Blicharz '49, Richard J. Blisick '63, Angela M. Bonavoglia o I £S h1 J) __I The South River Street Revival was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between March 6, 1978 and June 16. 1978. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703. QA?e uUiss QJou! Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. Like concerned uncles and aunts we would be delighted to hear from you again. If any alumni can help us in our search, please drop a line with the addresses of our missing nieces 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY and nephews to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703. Mrs. Dolores Waschowski Abbey '52, Henriette Abenmoha '58, Robert S. Abenmoha '70, Tarek Moussa Aboul-Hawa '75, John A. Abraham '65, Richard C. Ackerman '58, Donald C. Adams, Jr. 68, Ernest Aerenson '64, Gerald ’ Alexander'74, Abdul Sattar Allana 73, James W. Allen '63, Joseph F. 5“ ';*°Dd 71, Donald M. Brandt '59, Mrs. Joan Resmk Braunstein '69, Mrs Rose mary Petty Bray'73, Albert J Brazauskas'58, Carohne Brennan oo, Carol Breznay ’58. Patricia A. Briggi '61, Marshall E ^Ir00^.’“’PJaulT. Brooks 72, Mr. & Mrs. Clifford R. Brothers '59 '60 (Rosalie Huber], Mrs. Florence Greskiewicz Brown '66, Richard Brown 58, Anthony F. Brozoski '66, Eugene J. Brozowski '60, Carolyn A^ Bruch '72, Philip Bruch '72, Margaret A. Brunette '76, Mrs. Margaret Moore Bryson '39, Mrs. Mary Chickson Buglio '58, Joseph S. Bunor '49, Anthony R. Burgas '62, Charles T. Burilla '73, Mary Ellen Burkholder '71, George A. Busha ’70, John P. Butchko '62, Patricia Buzinski '70, Lorraine Byer 70. Alpaugh '47, Leah Anderson '67, George W. Anthony '35, James F. Antonio '63, Adele A. Applin '71, Benjamin J. Arch '51, Mrs. Bonnie Hawke Arcovitch '66, Jacob B. Armillei '59, Mrs. Helen Williams Artiles '51. David W. Aston '61, Mrs. Teresa Mazula Aston '70, Willi am Atherton '51, Albin Mosier Aukerland '48, Robert A. Ayers '71, Debbie L. Backensto '73, Ellen R. Badger '48, Tribute was paid to Atty. Joseph J. Savitz '4B following the spring meeting of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. Savitz, the first Wilkes alumnus to ever serve as chairman of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees, was cited by his board colleagues for three years of dedicated service as board chairman. The former chairman, right, is shown receiving the citation from President Robert S. Capin. Seated are Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Carpenter, wno were also honored by the board on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Ml, Charlotte Richards 79, right, and Joni Fillets ‘81, recently captured the hearts of many eastern newspaper editors by being selected queen and hrst runnerup of this year's Pocono 500 auto race, which attracted oyer 100,000 spectators and international attention. The QUARTERLY sa thought you would be pleased to see two future members of our alumni letters Dear Mr. Hoover: The following information is provided to you for your alumni publication. 1 he U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is acquiring property for the Strategic Oil Storage Program, which the Department of Enregy has developed to put large reserves of energy into salt domes for use in defense and industry, should there be an embargo of resources in the future. Joseph G. Kopec '69 had been on duty in the New Orleans office for a very short time when, from many miles away, David “Jake” Findora '70 arrived to begin his assignment. The men recognized each other from their college days, although it had been some period of time since they had seen each other. Joseph “Joe,” who is employed by the Corps as an appraiser, has taken on the challenge of negotiating land purchases in Louisiana and Texas. Jake, who is employed by the Corps as an attorney-advisor, has taken on the challenge of working within the only civil law system in the United States. Both men are meeting new and varied experiences daily. When two young men, making real sacrifices by spending months away from their homes in order to provide protection for the nation in time of emergency, are able to meet far from familiar surroundings and reminisce about glorious days at their alma mater, this has to be recognized as a meaningful event. The jobs they have been performing admirably have been done in the unhospitable elements of extreme heat and humidity, foreign accents, alligator infested swamps, and Bourbon Street. Thank you, Wilkes College, for polishing and being instrumental in the lives of these young men of fine minds and bodies. They are a credit to your leadership, and represent you with merit and honor. Sincerely, M. M. Miles New Orleans, La. association. SUMMER 1978 19 �c THOMAS SWANTKOWSKI 73 DR. ALBERT ROKE ’69 is an assistant director of family practice at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, Reading, Pa. LEA GINA WHITE 70 is the head teacher for the New England Farmworkers' Council in Hartford, Conn., teaching English and supervising the Hartford office's educational program. cyWumi'ii cAlotes JACK NOYALIS 73 has been promoted to assistant showroom manager at Jewelcor, Inc. in Tucson, Arizona. KARL E. KNOECKLEIN 72 is a co-founder of RAW Gallery, an exhibition and performance space for artists exploring new, experimental media. The gallery is located at 197 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. RONALD RESCIGNO ’58 received his doctorate at the University of Northern Colorado and is assistant superintendent of schools in the Campbell Union School District, California. DONALD ELLER ’62 is a senior financial analyst with the research and investment firm of Roulston & Co., Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. Donald is responsible for analyzing the steel and paper industries. JOHN GUZEK 76 graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and is an intern at Hahnemann Medical College, Philadelphia, Pa. JEAN HUGHES REITER ’49 has returned to the Harrisburg Public Schools as a reading specialist, following a year’s sabbatical leave. RICHARD MIEDRICH ’50 is an assistant director of tax operations for the Bureau of Employment Security, Harrisburg, Pa. JUDITH MENEGUS DELUCA ’58 received a master’s degree in teaching on May 24,1978. RONALD DIAMONDSTEIN ’62 is northeastern regional manager for Hollytex Carpet Mills. Ronald lives with his wife, Sharon, and children, Michael Jay and Lee Marc, in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY PAULETTE LOEFFLAD 73 has been awarded a fellowship at Marywood College. In addition to her studies, Paulette has been assigned to assist Dr. Penbera at the college, as well as developing the public service component of the library. ROBERT J. HEWITT ’61 head of the science department at Vermont Academy, Saxtons River, Vermont, was recently honored by being named to “Who's Who in the East.” JOANNE S. SCHOONOVER 72 has been commissioned a second lieutenant in the U. S. Air Force at Lackland AFB, Texas. THOMAS MYERS ’58 has joined the public relations department of Eastern Airlines in Miami. Tom lives with his wife, the former SHIRLEY BAROODY ’59, and their three children, on Merrit Island, Florida. DAVID R. DUGAN 74 has accepted a position as manufacturing systems specialist with P. T. Igar-Jaya Company, Jakarta, Indonesia, an affiliate of Owens-Illinois, Inc. W. J. SCHLINGMAN ’60 has been appointed vice president of Leslie Fay Sales Company factoring division. Bill lives with his wife, Dorothy, and their three children, in Bear Creek, Pa. JOSEPH J. PINOLA ’49, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Western Bancorporation, Los Angeles, California, was the principal speaker at Wilkes College’s 31st Commencement held on Sunday, May 21, at Ralston Field. DR. WILLIAM F. RAUB ’61 has been promoted to acting associate director for extramural research and training at the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. PETER JADELIS 74 has been appointed assistant vice president of Susquehanna Savings Association, Wilkes-Barre. Peter resides with his wife, the former MARGARET GATUSKY 73, in Harding, Pa. HAROLD LEWIS ’68 recently received his doctorate in educational administration from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Harold is employed by the Prince William County School System, and resides with his wife, Brenda, in Fairfax County, Virginia. JOHN D. CURTIS *55 was a winner in the John Hervey Harness Racing Writing Awards of 1977, for an article in “Hub Rail" magazine, a national publication. A breeder, trainer, and driver of Standardbred horses, John owns and publishes the "Pennsylvania Harness Racing Guide" in Carlisle, where he resides with his family. ROSEMARIA J. GIENCIVA 73 received her M.D. degree at the Milton S. Hershey Medical School of Pennsylvania State University on May 20,1978. Rosemaria will complete her residency requirements at Williamsport Hospital, special­ izing in family practice. JOHN P. NELSON ’50 has been elected secretary of INA Inter­ national Corporation in Philadelphia. John is responsible for the control of casualty underwriting in the international department, both here and abroad. JUDITH GREENSTEIN DAVIS 72 is program coordinator for Access Unlimited, Inc., an advocacy organization for the physically handicapped. She resides with her husband, Patrick, in Birmingham, Alabama. BEVERLY MAJOR SCHWARTZ ’61 has written a childrens book entitled "The Magic Pizza," published by Prentice-Hall. Beverly is art director of Major Advertising Agency, Lehman, Pa., where she resides with her husband, STEPHEN ’62, and their two children. THOMAS G. AMBROSI ’68 is a partner in the accounting firm of Ambrosi Donahue & Co., with offices at 76 State Street, Newbury­ port, Massachusetts. Lt. WILLIAM R. BRADBURY 75 is with the U. S. Navy Air Corps in Japan. Bill and his wife, the former CYNTHIA LENAHAN 75 will reside in Japan during his tour of duty with the Navy. PAUL D. J. MORGIS 70 is assistant corporate credit and risk manager with the Revere Sugar Corporation in New York City. MICHAEL J. BARSKI 73 is a stock­ broker with Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc., Allentown, Pa., and he resides in Whitehall. Carolina Memorial Hospital, Chapel Sn N C. His wife, the former nONNA DONGSES 74 was awarded a master’s degree in psychology of reading from Temple University. rnWARD J. BOLTZ ’59 has been Eda vice president of North­ eastern Bank of Pennsylvania m the Wilkes-Barre office. Attorney MARTIN J. MEYER 54, a partner in the law firm of Mack & Meyer, was accepted for admission to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. Lt. MARK A. SYMANOWICZ 77 has been assigned to Offutt AFB, Nebraska, as a navigator with the Strategic Air Command. Brother LEONARD SHATKUS T.O.R., ’76 has professed his temporary vows for the Third Order Regular, Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, and will pursue training for the priestly ministry this fall at St. Francis Seminary, Loretto, as a second theologian. FRED R. DEMECH ’61 was recently promoted to Commander, U.S. Navy. Fred is stationed at the National Security Agency, Fort George Meade, Maryland. McCloskey shubert ’65 works on a child study team for the Delran Township Schools. She lives with her husband, ROY A. SHUBERT ’69, and son in Delran, New Jersey. lydia DAVID COHEN 74 is a production planner for Braceland Brothers, Inc., Philadelphia, at their Franconia, Virginia plant. David lives at 18 Canterbury Square, Alexandria, Virginia. ANN L. VIVIAN 73 was recently published for the first time in "The Diapason,” an international journal devoted to the organ, harpsichord and church music. Her article, was entitled “G. Donald Harrison — A Brief Study of His Organ Designs.” Ann is an administrative assistant to the vice president in charge of operations at the Boston Conservatory of Music. KLAUS LOQUASTO '69 has reported for duty aboard the com­ mand ship, USS LaSalle, Permanently deployed to the Indian Ocean. EDWARD J. PODEHL’68was promoted to auditor of Farmers Bank of the State of Delaware. Edward wnnVuT hiS;Vife’Elizabeth^nd two children m Turnersville, N. J. FOSTER JOSEPH RITCHIE 72 is assistant manager at the Gallery of w-nnd ‘n Wyomin8 Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre. Dr. DEBORAH J. RIGLE 72 has completed her first year of surgerv residency at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, N.Y. Deborah also studied with Dr. Denton Cooler sy at the Texas Heart Institute on a special fellowship, as the prelim­ inary step toward becoming a cardiac surgeon. DONNA L. COFFIN 74 is a teacher of learning-disabled children at the Eagle Hill School, Greenwich, Conn. G. MATT MORAN '68 is eastern district manager of Fiberfil Division, Dart Industries, Los Angeles, California. He is living in Lancaster, Pa., with his wife, Jacquelyn and their daughter, Jennifer. JANICE COHEN 76 is an insurance underwriter for Sterling Thompson Insurance Company, and on week­ ends is ticket supervisor at Giant's Stadium. STEPHEN M. BALOGA 76 is an actuary assistant with Bankers National Life Insurance Company in Parsippiny, New Jersey. LESLIE COOK WEBER 75 was recently promoted to executive secretary to the controller of the Strick Corporation, Fort Washington, Pa. Lt. JOHN J. HARPER 77 has been stationed with the U. S. Air Force at Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs, Colorado, since October 1977. Lt. Harper is assigned to the Norad Combat Operations Center at Cheyenne Mountain as a Space Systems Orbital Analyst and works in the Space Defense Center. FLOYD J. MILLER, JR. 76 is an assistant systems reviewer in the RSO Procedural Development Unit of the Corporate Office of Prudential Propertv and Casualty Insurance Company, Holmdel, New Jersey. Dr. CATHERINE DeANGELIS '65 is the director of Pediatric Prima'y , Care and an associate professor of pediatrics in the school of medicm at The Johns Hopkins Medical Center. CHARLES ROBERT ORNERII '66 is an elementary music teacher in the Elk Lake School District. Charles hves with his wife, Norma, and son, Brendan, in Montrose, Pa. BEVERLY ANN BUTLER PHILLIPS 60 is a school nurse with the Hills­ borough Township School District, Somerville, New Jersey. THOMAS TROST 76 is an account executive with Christmas Club Corporation, Easton, Pa. Tom covers the greater Philadelphia area, where he lives with his wife, EILEEN PRENDERGAST TROST 76. SHARON STRZELCZYK ROBINSON '68 is chairman of business education at Wallenpaupack Area High School. Sharon was recently elected ambulance chief of the Tafton Fire Company, Inc., and appointed EMT Coordinator for Pike County, Pa. Dr. BUCKLEY R. MILLER '65 is a psychologist with the Coatesville Veterans Hospital, His wife, TINA KOOPMANS MILLER ’66 is a reading consultant for learning disabled at the Haverford Township junior High School. They reside in Ardmore, Pa., with their two daughters, Roxanne and Michelle. JANET SIMPSON WILKINSON ’62 coordinates counseling services at Central Virginia Community College in Lynchburg. Janet is serving a 3year term as a senator of the American Personnel and Guidance Association, where she just completed a term as president. jUawtiages Dr. MICHAEL R. CLARK ’69 and Janet E. Matson were recently married. Michael is assistant professor of the residency program in emergency medicine, and clinical assistant professor of medicine at the Michigan State University School of Human Medicine. The couple is residing in East Lansing, Michigan. DIANE V. FERRARO 76 and John L. Panatieri were wed recently. Diane is employed on the medical-surgical staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. SUMMER 1978 21 �ROBERT WILLIAM EASTWOOD ’76 and DEBORAH ANN GUDOSKI ’76 were married on August 13,1977. Bob is teaching in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, and Debbie is a staff accountant with the Laventhol and Horwath accounting firm in Wilkes-Barre. THERESE MARIE BECKER ’77 and George R. Gwilliam were recently married. Therese is employed as a nurse on the medical-surgical staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. The couple is residing in Shavertown, Pa. TIMOTHY R. YOUNG ’77 and Judith McKeown were recently married in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. ROBERTA J. EVANS ’73 and Lt. Col. David A. Wyrich were recently married. Roberta is an assistant disbursing officer at the Marine Corps Air Station, Kaneoke Bay, Hawaii, where the couple is residing. WILLIAM M. COREY, JR. ’70 was recently married to Joanne Keppick. Bill is employed by the Luzerne County Board of Assistance in Wilkes-Barre. GAIL GELB ’70 and JEROLD W. BROWN ’71 were recently married. The couple resides in Wilkes-Barre where Jerold is in the real estate business. ROBERT SPINELLI ’76 and PATRICIA CULLINAN ’77 were married on October 22,1977. Patty is employed by the University of Rochester, and Bob is associated with the Monroe County Department of Social Services. JOANNE M. PAVLIK ’77 and MARK A. KUTNEY ’76 were recently married. Joanne is a communications library clerk for Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania, and Mark is a research analyst for the city of Wilkes-IJarre, where the couple is residing. DONNA M. DORZINSKY ’75 was recently married to CAL A. SCHLUTER ’74. Donna is a teacher in East Stroudsburg, Pa., and Cal is international marketing manager of a major data communications company in Hackensack, New Jersey. CAROL L. HEWITT ’73 and TREVOR R. HARDING ’71 were recently married. Trevor is owner and operator of the Sub Factory, located in Kingston, and the couple resides at 69 Woodlawn Avenue, Dallas, Pa. 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SHARON SANTANGELO ’73 and John Liszczak were recently married. Sharon teaches third grade at St. Augustine’s School, Kendall Park, and the couple resides in Middlesex, New Jersey. GAYLE ANN KOLLAR ’77 and David J. Garubba were recently married. Gayle is employed by RiceFitzwater, Inc., and the couple resides in Sheatown, Pa. Dr. JANET ANN GOLASZEWSKI ’72 and Dr. Daniel M. Mazzocco were wed recently. Janet is completing an orthodontic specialty program at Temple University in Philadelphia, and the couple resides in Oakwood Park, Laflin, Pa. CHERYL ANN CARBINO ’75 and DONALD W. WHITTAKER ’75 were recently married. Cheryl is a candidate for a master's degree in psychologj' at Marywood College, and Donald is a business manager for David Ertley, Inc., Kingston, Pa. The couple resides at 61 West Union Street, Wilkes-Barre. cAlew cA/i/tirf A son, John Daniel, was born on February 19,1978, to George and JOSEPHINE SCHIFANO FINLAY­ SON ’73. Josie is a teacher with the Groton, Connecticut school system. A daughter, Bryn Allaine, was born to Ellen and KENNETH WILLIAMS '66 on November 18,1977. The couple also has a son, Kristopher, and reside in Allentown, Pa., where Ken is the merchandise manager for Junior Colony, Inc. A daughter, Margaret Claire, was born on May 2,1978, to Mary and WILBUR DOTTER ’62. The family resides in Silver Spring, Maryland, where Wilbur is an associate professor of math at Montgomery College. Twin boys, Michael and Steven, were born on May 6,1977, to Donald and ANN TRAGLIA JACOBS ’66. The couple also has a son, Donald, 6 years old, and they reside in Mechanicsburg, Pa. A daughter, Lynn Michelle, was born on February 15, to DOUGLAS ’68 and JANIS HUGHES FAWBUSH '68. The couple also has a son, Douglas, and reside at 91 Conwell St., Wilkes-Barre. A son, Adam Kenneth, was born on May 8,1978, to Jack and HALLIE RAUB KELLY ’68. The couple also has a daughter, Amy. They reside at 1011 Opequon Ave., Winchester, Virginia. A son, David Michael, was born on March 25, to Karen and LESLIE CHEIFETZ ’73. Leslie was graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and is an oral surgery resident at Metropolitan Hospital in New York City, where the family resides. A daughter, Kimberly Ann, was born on May 8, to RICHARD ’73 and GAIL PARTYKA LETTS ’74. The Letts reside at 121 Woodview Drive, Horseheads, New York. Terry and ETHEL SHANNON SHERMAN ’73 announce the birth of twins, Mathew James and Rebecca Anne, on April 13,1978. The family resides in Suscon, Pa. MARVIN ’67 and SYLVIA SCHRADER ADLER ’64 announce the birth of a son, Nicholas Hayden, on December 29,1977, and the final adoption of a son, Adam James, on April 7,1978. Marvin is manager of the jewelry department in J. C. Penneys, Whitehall, Pa., and Sylvia is presently on maternity leave from the Allentown School District. A son, Christopher Mollica, was born on January 14,1978, to William and ANTONINA MOLLICA KULP ’71. The family resides at 3034 Highland Street, Allentown, Pa. o * O' U1 dD o 5 o When What Who 14-Oct. 8 Art Exhibit 16 16 Soccer Joseph Domjan vs. Upsala vs. Alumni 20 Field Hockey Concert/Lecture Series 21 Field Hockey 23 23 23 30 Soccer Football 7 LU dD zLM o o 7 10 14 14-Nov. 12 19 21 28 28 4 8 IG-Dec. 10 18 Field Hockey Field Hockey Football Soccer Field Hockey Football Art Exhibit Soccer Football Soccer Field Hockey Football Soccer Art Exhibit 27 Wrestling Concert/Lecture Scries 3 Concert/Lecture Series 4 Basketball (V 5 Concert 6 Wrestling 3 3 10 Concert Concert a: 11 Wrestling 15-Jan. 7 Art Exhibit 28-29 Wrestling a Haskell Small, pianist vs. Scranton vs. Bloomsburg vs. Lycoming vs. Albright vs. Lafayette Where Sordoni Art Gallery Ralston Field Ralston Field CPA Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Time 2:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Sordoni Art Gallery Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field Ralston Field 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. vs. Juniata vs. Dickinson Diana Smith Varsity vs. Alumni “Miranda Mime Company in Performance” Ralston Field Ralston Field Sordoni Art Gallery 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Gymnasium CPA 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Jean Michel Cousteau: "Ocean Exploration and Man’s Future" vs. East Stroudsburg Wilkes College Chorus CPA 8:00 p.m. Gymnasium 8:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. vs. Bloomsburg vs. Moravian vs. Lycoming vs. Western Maryland Annie Bohlin vs. Albright vs. Albright vs. Susquehanna vs. FDU-Madison 3:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Him JAMES W. JONES ’49, of 5 Diebel Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, Pa., died recently at the age of 53 years in Mercy Hospital. James graduated from Wilkes in 1970 with a B.S. degree in education, but wished to remain with the class of ’49. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the army in Europe. Jim was employed as a caseworker for the Pennsylvania Department of Public Assistance prior to his death. Surviving are his wife, Ruth; sons, James, Jr., Newport News, Va.; Jeffery, at home; and Jonathan, Penn State University. o a vs. Lehigh Wilkes College Band Wilkes College Madrigal Singers vs. Tennessee •Collectors' Choice' 46th Annual Open Wrestling Tournament CPA Gymnasium CPA CPA 3:30 p.m- Home Sordoni Art Gallery Home SUMMER 1978 23 �WE ARE SAVING A PLACE FOR YOU at WILKES COLLEGE’S Schedule of Events Friday, October 13 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Alumni Executive Committee Dinner Meeting Judging of Homecoming Displays “Homecoming Huddle” (Sterling Inn Towne) Saturday, October 14 Class Reunion Breakfasts (open to all alumni) for the classes of '38, '43, '48, '53, '58, '63, '68, '73 all morning Opportunity for a "Walking Tour” of campus and the chance to visit and purchase Wilkes items at the college bookstore 1 1:00 a.m. "Ask the President" Session (Schaeffer Lecture Hall) 1:30 p.m. Homecoming Football Game, Colonels vs. Western Maryland (Ralston Field) 4:00 p.m. Alumni “Fifth Quarter" (Artillery Park) 9:30 a.m. 6:009:30 p.m. ANNUAL ALUMNI HOMECOMING WEEKEND OCTOBER. 13-15 1978 9:30 p.m. Alumni Homecoming Smorgasbord (Sterling Inn Towne) Traditional Alumni Homecoming Dance (Sterling Inn Towne) Sunday, October 15 10:30 a.m. Alumni Brunch (Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House) Judy S. Arenstein '68, honorary chairperson Richard J. Myers '60, chairperson A separate mailing will be sent to all alumni Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. j S3 | mwauH IM.UM I-- � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Summer 1978 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1978 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/e79efb4a26b3c5ea429ddbc3bb114709.pdf c0a8d63a6a6c5b29ed926dd701fb24c3 PDF Text Text a I ■ ^54 �WILKE6 COLLEGE _ Volume2, Numbers editor George G. Pawlush '69 associate editor Jane Manganella editorial staff Eddie White III ’80 Cara Berryman Vesta Breakstone Robert Gaetano *80 Rosemary McMahon ’80 Cindy Ercolani ’81 Margaret Scholl ’81 ON THE COVER: Conyngham Hall, destroyed by fire on December 28, 1968, was a perfect example of Corinthian architecture. As a reminder of the past, the facade of the building remains intact and is featured on the cover of this issue. Conyngham Hall was the second building presented to the College in 1938 when Wilkes was still affiliated with Bucknell University. The donor was the late Bertha Robinson Conyngham, widow of John N. Conyngham. contributing staff Dr. Charles Reif editorial advisors Dr. Richard Rees '62 Arthur J. Hoover '55 circulation manager Lynn Jacobs art director Jon Schaffer photography editor Arthur S. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO contributing photographers Robert Gaetano ’80 Nigel Gray '79 Kenneth Fox’62 The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. An Update On Alpha Dear Old B.U.J.C. by Dr. Charles Reif 1 8 A New Look at the Past, Present, & Future 31st Annual Homecoming Highlights ‘It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Poleskie’ by Jane Manganella ns 20 Sports Update —13 Chronicle — 4 Faculty Abstract — 5 Gallery — 15 South River St. Revival — 16 tiny matters compared to what lies within us." Ralph Waldo Emerson Libby and Bob Capin BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons, Honorary Member Reuben H. Levy, Honorary Member OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41, Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener, Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49, Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling, Secretary Arthur J. Hoover '55, Assistant Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz, Treasurer Joseph J. Chisarick '61, Assistant Treasurer James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby, M.D, Charles N. Burns, M.D. '35 Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Stanley Davies Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Alan M. Glover, Ph.D. Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner Gerald A. Moffatt '63 William G. Mulligan F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Hon. MaxRosenn Richard M. Ross, Jr. Joseph J. Savitz '48 Louis Shaffer Ronald W. Simms '60 William H. Sword, Jr. E. Arthur Trabant, Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 �r college©]hg©iaM© RICK REES — ALUMNI DIRECTOR Dr. Richard T. Rees has been appointed director of alumni relations at the College, effective Oct. 31, according to Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin. Rees, a member of the Wilkes College Education Department faculty since 1972, succeeds Arthur J. Hoover, who joined the Wilkes College Student Affairs Office during the summer, Rees' selection concluded a two-month search conducted by a committee composed of eight alumni. "Rick has a longstanding and close relationship with the Alumni Association both as a Wilkes College graduate and as a faculty member," expressed President Capin. "We are confident that he will build upon 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY the foundation established by Art Hoover and continue to enlarge the relationship of the College with its alumni.” “During these times, every institution must count more heavily upon its alumni, not only for fundraising, but also for involvement in admissions and placement. I appreciate the efforts of those alumni who participated in the search by serving on the search committee, by suggesting candidates to us, and by becoming active candidates,” the president added. As director of alumni relations, Rees will be responsible for maintaining contact and programming with 13,000 Wilkes College Alumni Association members. He is a 1962 graduate of the College and has been active in the affairs of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. He is president of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton/ Hazleton chapter of the Alumni Association and served as chairman of the 1974 Annual Alumni Campaign and was 1976 Homecoming Weekend Chairman. Dr. Rees attained his M.Ed. and Ed.D. degrees in educational administration at Rutgers U*nAYeJsity‘ ,Prior t0 his appointment at Wilkes, the Kingston native ^7^,aSvVLCe, PrinciPal a‘ Metuchen (N.J.) High School and was assistant professor of education at Montclair State College. At Wilkes he has been supervisor of student teachers and taught undergraduate and graduate education courses. Dr. Rees has authored several articles dealing with organizational dynamics which have appeared in professional and research journals. He is a member of the American Education Research Association, American Association of University Professors, Pennsylvania Association of Teacher Educators, and Phi Delta Kappa. The Wilkes alumni relations director is a former executive board member of the Mountaintop Kiwanis Club. Dr. Rees and his wife, Linda, and their two children reside in Mountaintop. “DISTINGUISHED PENNSYLVANIANS” Three area leaders associated with Wilkes College are among 50 prominent citizens from throughout the state who have been honored as "Distinguished Pennsylvanians” by the William Penn Committee of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Hon. Max Rosenn and Robert L. Jones, Wilkes College trustees; and Dr. Andrew Shaw Jr., dean of management at the College, were honored at a luncheon on William Penn’s birthday, October 24, at the Philadelphia Marriott Hotel. The Distinguished Pennsylvanian program was started last year to serve as a forerunner to the 300th anniversary of the Commonwealth, which will be celebrated in 1982. 4 _________ FACETS A ceremony marking the dedication of a relief sculpture "Facets" was held October 7 at the Stark Learning Center. The sculpture, located on the facade of the William B. Schaeffer Lecture Hall, is a gift of Marian R. Schaeffer, in memory of her father, William B. Schaeffer; and Kenneth L. Pollock, in memory of his father, Milton L. Pollock. The sculpture was designed by Herbert Simon, assistant professor of fine arts, and fabricated by the McGregor Architectural Iron Company, Dunmore. It consists of 16 modular units which form a large diamond shape, measuring ten feet by ten feet by two feet. "Facets" is minimalist in its conception, variety being achieved by the clockwise and counterclockwise placement of the prism-shaped units. The seeming simplicity of the work is deceptive. It is a work which demands extended study for the viewer to comprehend the complexity of the visual phenomena. A NEW ERA To use or not use the computer? According to Dr. Umid Nejib, chairman of Wilkes College’s Department of Engineering, this is the question that many businessmen, teachers, and industrialists are asking as the arrival of the microcomputer has brought the once unaffordable labor saving device into the buying range of many individuals and organizations. "Ten years ago it cost $10,000 a month to lease a large computer, which can now be purchased in a microcomputer form for $2000 and less,” reports Dr. Joseph Parker, a member of the Wilkes College Engineering/Computer Science faculty. “The microcomputer, which can fit into a pocket or a purse, outperforms the room-sized models that prevailed in the early 1960’s,” he added. A key component of the microcomputer is a microprocessor, which is actually a small computer on a single chip of silicon. Devices such as pocket calculators, certain television games, and the electronic scales which produce supermarket price tags result from the ability to manufacture miniature electronic circuits on these tiny "chips” of silicon. Some 250 chips are made from one razor-thin wafer of precisely polished silicon about three inches in diameter. Mass production of the silicon chip has made possible home computer systems that sell for less than $800. The microprocessor is similar to the central processing unit of a large computer. It can read, interpret, and carry out instructions stored in a memory device. A microprocessor can be made into a miniature, general purpose microcomputer by adding a control memory (to store the program), a temporary storage memory, and a clock to synchronize operations. Keeping abreast of the rapidly changing computer world is the Wilkes Engineering Department, Dr. William Sterling by Rosemary McMahon m<eolty Dr. William Sterling, chairman of the Wilkes College Art Department, feels that the primary goal as chairman is to be "ready at all times to deal with any crisis that could arise" and, above and beyond that, to try to "steer the department in some kind of progressive direction." One crisis that Dr. Sterling refers to is the declining enrollment of art majors and also the difficulty of attracting art students into the program. Dr. Sterling feels that the cause of this problem stems from the fact that Wilkes is a fairly traditional liberal arts college and many art students do not feel that such a curriculum can prepare them for a place in the job market. As a graduate of William and Mary College, which also offers a liberal arts education, Dr. Sterling maintains that these students are misinformed. The educator states that a liberal arts curriculum in the art field is "still a viable approach” and strongly feels that it "prepares the student for life, not just immediate employment.” Dr. Sterling adds that an art department in a liberal arts college should continuously "look into new developments in the arts and in the needs and desires of the students” but should not, necessarily, change to meet the fluctuations of the job market. "If the department could convince students and their parents that this is the case, many of our problems would be solved," says Dr. Sterling. In addition to his role as chairman of the Art Department, Dr. Sterling also teaches art history and is a dedicated artist. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Iowa where he concentrated in the Renaissance period of art. A native of Dover, Delaware, Dr. Sterling continues to enjoy his non­ objective style of painting which deals with problems of balance and tension. “To develop this is my primary professional goal,” he notes. When asked if he had any words of wisdom to those students who are presently in or who are considering entering the field of art, Dr. Sterling states that they should keep in mind that “although art has been regarded as a less serious area of endeavor, it is certainly one of the oldest areas of human activity and requires just as much talent, experience, and intelligence to excel in as in any other area. o FALL 1978 5 �WE WILKES Shown is a typical microcomputer board containing resistors and a microprocessor, which operates on a 12-volt car battery. notebooks, files, bills, and the kitchen bulletin board. In addition to the non-credit workshops, the Wilkes Engineering Department offers credit courses in microcomputers and has a microcomputer laboratory housed at the Stark Learning Center. Microcomputers are a marvel of modern technology and have rapidly become commonplace in the home, business, and transportation. Wilkes College is offering a series of operating workshops in micro­ computers during the Spring 1979 semester. CONCERT AND LECTURE SERIES which will offer a series of operating workshops or mini­ courses in microcomputers during the Spring 1979 semester. “The purpose of the non-credit workshops is to familiarize leaders in business, technical, and educational fields with various applications of the microcomputer. Basically, the workshop participants will be taught how to use, construct, or program microcomputers," Dr. Nejib explains. “There are no prerequisites for participating in the workshop,” Nejib stresses. In order to accommodate participants who may work during the daytime hours, the course will be offered in two different format packages. One format will include six night sessions during the week, whereas the other format will condense the workshop into two weekend sessions. Computer technology has advanced so quickly that the same computational power which ten years ago occupied most of a desktop and weighed 42 pounds now weighs less than an ounce and removes only a few dollars from the pocket. “You can make a microcomputer do virtually anything you want," adds Dr. Parker. “Eventually the household computer will be as much as part of the home as the kitchen sink. It will program washing machines, burglar and fire alarms, sewing machines, and even robot vacuum cleaners.” Energy costs are now being cut by a computerized device that directs heat to living areas where it is needed, and turns it down where it is not. Paper clutter is The Wilkes College Concert and Lecture Series will continue its service to both campus and community with four programs scheduled for the early months of 1979. All performances will begin at 8 p.m. at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. They are offered free of charge. “Crazyboy," a rock musical, will be presented on Monday, January 22. It features a refreshing style of original music and sheds a bright light on an innovative venture in theater. On Thursday, Feb. 1, "The Drunkard," a brand new version of the most popular melodrama ever written, will be offered. The intoxicatingly funny show is the longest-running show in American theatrical history. One version played for 26 years in Los Angeles. Peter James, author, physicist, and former CIA spy, will present a slide-illustrated lecture of foreign intrigue, conspiracy, corruption, and coverups on Thursday, April 19. "Odessa Balalaikas in Concert," will be offered on Wednesday, May 2. Featured will be the finest American Russian folk group with its concert of Russian folk music, unusual instruments, colorful costumes, dancing, and warm personal stage style. o ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Office at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our records. c©llege C©FOE©TII<DN FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 A ROAST TO TOAST ART HOOVER . . . GUS GENETTI MOTOR INN FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1979 Cocktail Hour Begins 6:30 P.M. For reservations and more Information contact: George Pawlush Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703 THE DATES^Hf'» B yZaw Annual Alumni are SET!! Friday, Saturday, Sunday October 12,13,14,1979 two unique wilkes college alumni experiences are coming !!! I ALUMNI SPRING WEEKEND, MAY 18-20, 1979 ALUMNI SUMMER COLLEGE details will be forthcoming in the next issue of the WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. An Update Alpha The initiation of regional campaigns has signaled the start of Wilkes College's nationwide alumni appeal as the "Alpha" Capital Gifts Campaign enters the second year of its three-year drive. President Robert S. Capin reports that the campaign total has reached 51,446,145 as of November 1. In addition to the beginning of the regional alumni campaigns, President Capin has also announced the selection of Thomas H. Kiley, former President of First Eastern Bank and a trustee of the College, as chairman of the 1979 Wilkes College Annual Campaign in Greater Wyoming Valley. Richard Maslow, President of Metropolitan Wire Inc., and a trustee of the College, has been appointed chairman of the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees. He is working directly with Mr. Kiley in organizing the 1979 drive. Atty. Andrew Hourigan, a trustee of the College, serves as general chairman of the "Alpha" effort. Wilkes College alumni have given or pledged nearly $200,000 to the College through the first 11 months of the "Alpha" Campaign. Alumni have also aided in obtaining foundation gifts. Atty. William A. Perlmuth '51 a partner in the law firm of Stroock, Stroock, and Lavan, assisted the College in submitting an application which resulted in a $10,000 grant from the Aeroflex Foundation of New York City. Jerry Moffatt'63, a partner with the Arthur Andersen Company, and a trustee of the College, assisted Wilkes in obtaining a grant from the Arthur Andersen Foundation, New York City. Through the efforts of Richard Salus '61, a partner with Peat, Marwick, Mitchell, in Harrisburg,, an additional grant in support of the annual campaign was obtained from the Peat, Marwick, Mitchell Foundation of New York City. The purpose of the various regional campaigns is aimed at (1) conducting regional alumni campaigns in areas of the nation with concentrations of 200 or more alumni, and (2) contacting alumni in other sections of the nation to seek their participation in the campaign. An alumnus or alumna who makes a three-year pledge to the "Alpha" Campaign will not be expected to contribute to the annual appeal until completing payment on his/her expanded commitment. Regional alumni campaigns scheduled to be conducted during Fall 1978 and Spring 1979 include Hazleton; Scranton; Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia; Baltimore/Maryland/Delaware; Greater Pittsburgh; Harrisburg/ Lancaster/York; Greater New York City/Long Island; Northern New Jersey; Central and Southern New Jersey; Greater Philadelphia; Binghamton; Roches ter/Syracuse/Buffalo; New England; and Lehigh Valley. A regional kickoff by Wilkes College alumni in the Lehigh Valley Area (Allentown/Bethlehem/ Easton) was conducted October 18 at the Bethlehem Holiday Inn. Michael Barski '73 is chairman of the committee which will solicit Lehigh Valley alumni on a personal basis. Concluding the regional campaign is a telephone drive. Atty. Ralph P. Carey '48 hosted a meeting of Scranton Area alumni on November 1. Representing the College at the session were President Capin '50, the Hon. Edwin Kosik '49, Dr. Thomas F. Kelly '69, dean of external affairs; Dr. Richard T. Rees '62, director of alumni relations; and George F. Ralston, dean of student affairs. President Capin stresses that the College must not only seek financial support from the alumni, but also must encourage alumni participation in such processes as admissions and placement. "The 'Alpha' Campaign is essential to the future of Wilkes College, and of similar importance is the vital role which alumni can play in attracting qualified students to Wilkes College and helping them find employment after graduation," the President adds. Dr. Richard Rees, the new director of alumni relations, has already initiated arrangements for regional alumni friend-raising events. A pre-game tailgate party was held in conjunction with the Wilkes football game with Susquehanna University at Selinsgrove on November 11. Coordinating the event were Thomas Krapsho '70, regional vice president, Region VII, and Richard Salus '61. The new alumni director is also planning additional regional alumni social events to coincide with wrestling and basketball events on the College's winter athletic calendar. Dr. Rees announces that an alumni gathering is scheduled for the Princeton, N.J. area on Saturday, Feb. 24, in conjunction with the Eastern Intercollege Wrestling Association (EIWA) Tournament at Princeton University. As the "Alpha" Campaign enters the second year it is important to maintain the momentum which was exhibited through out the first year. The "Alpha" Campaign is directed toward three necessary goals: (1) scholarship support, (2) enlarging the endowment to support faculty salaries, and (3) reconstruction of existing college properties. All three goals are important as Wilkes College continues to maintain its tradition of academic excellence in the 1980's. o FALL 1978 7 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY �©Id 73 z CONYNGHAM HALL Dr. Charles B. Reif No one was sure where Bucknell University Junior College was, on that morning of September 17,1942, when I first arrived in Wilkes-Barre. The bus driver who let me off at the Town Square in Wilkes-Barre suggested I ask a policeman, which I did; and three officers, after a lengthy debate, suggested I look on South River Street, probably in the second block. Since I was still carrying my suitcase, having some time before arrived at the Kingston Railroad Station, I was happily relieved to discover Conyngham Hall with its bronze plaque which proclaimed it to be Bucknell University Junior College. Inside Conyngham Hall I found Joseph Wayman, who was to become one of my good friends, who had been a houseboy with Mr. John Conyngham, and who had stayed on to care for that grand old building when it became one of the halls of ivy. Joseph assured me that "they is all down to Chase's Hall," so off I went with my suitcase and soon found Chase Hall where activity was apparent. The first adult I met was Professor Daniel Gage, the entire faculty of the History Department, who, when I had introduced myself as the new biologist on the faculty, looked me up and down with an expression that said to me something like "scraping the bottom of the barrel." However, Professor Gage took me in tow and led me to a garage in back of Chase Hall which was affectionately known as Chase Theatre. There the freshman orientation had just been concluded, and I was presented to Dr. and Mrs. Eugene Farley. After Dr. Farley had crushed my hand in a good firm handshake, Mrs. Farley grabbed my right hand and pumped my arm up and down as if she expected water to spout from my mouth like an old-fashioned kitchen pump, all the while greeting me effusively. After making the acquaintance of the Farleys, who soon made me one of the family, I was able to note that the entire freshman class had been able to assemble in that garage known as Chase Theatre; and later, as the draft took its toll, I was able to see the entire student body gather there for assembly. The first assemblies I attended were held in the Great Hall of the First Presbyterian Church. In all, the student body, composed of freshmen and sophomores, as was befitting a junior college, numbered about two hundred, all local young people. As I was soon to discover, although many of the names were strange to me, all of them had their feet on the ground and knew why they were in college. Many of them had stood in bread lines with their mothers during the Great Depression, and many came from families in which one or more males worked in the mines. They were a great bunch, and I have followed their careers with pride. Dr. Farley had told me during our first telephone conversation that BUJC had been started for young people who had what it takes but who, without it, would have been unable to go to college. That I had arrived at Bucknell University Junior College was natural enough to me at that time; but since then, in looking back, the odds against it happening almost convince me that divine guidance was involved. I had completed my doctorate in June of 1941 and had been hired as Curator of Education at the Minnesota Museum of Natural History on the campus of the University of Minnesota, in which position for the academic year of 1941-1942 I earned the grand total of S700. Thus, the offer of S2500 a year to be a faculty member of BUJC was a tremendous opportunity; as a matter of fact, I was able to put half of my pay into war bonds back in those golden days. Having been put in IV-F draft status following Pearl Harbor and being somewhat lukewarm about a lady in Minneapolis with only faint glimmers of matrimony in mind, I realized that an annual income of S700 as Curator of Education was not going to get me very far. Thus, I entered my name with the Fisk Teachers' Agency of Chicago, who sent to the summer camp where I was a counsellor, several notices of positions during June and July of 1942. Apparently I did not understand how the Fisk system worked; and, when news of the position in Wilkes-Barre reached me, I sent Dr. Farley a post card saying I was interested. I stayed on at the camp after everyone else had left and subsisted mainly on fish which I caught and corn which I "borrowed" from the farmer's field. It was upon my return from fishing on the evening of September 10, 1942, that the farmer's son came over to the camp to tell me that Dr. Farley had telephoned. From the farm house I was unable to arouse Central so I drove to the nearest town, some five miles distant, got Central out of bed, and had my call put through to Dr. Farley. His opening sentence was, "I was cleaning out my desk this afternoon and happened to find your card. Are you still available?" Dr. Farley, having been told I was IV-F and thus "available," went on to reveal the nature of the position at Bucknell University Junior College. I was to teach the course in general zoology to sophomore majors in biology, the survey course in general biology to non-majors, the survey course in physical sciences to the non-majors, the course in hygiene to the entire student body, and to act as nominal librarian. Dr. Farley asked me if I thought I could handle that assignment. I said I could; and then, having hungup after agreeing to have Fisk send my credentials, nearly fainted. I knew I could handle the general zoology course, but the subject matter of the others was terra incognito to me. However, one week later I was in Wilkes-Barre and discovered that Bucknell University Junior College consisted of Conyngham Hall, Chase Hall, Chase Theatre, and Kirby Hall. I was soon caught up in the activities of BUJC and found Wilkes-Barre to be a pleasant place to live. On the afternoon of the day I arrived, a faculty tea was held in the living room of Chase Hall; the room was later divided to become the office of Mr. Whitby, Dean of Admissions for years. Three of us were new on the faculty at that time, including George May who was the Chemistry Department and Charles Reif, whose name appealed to Arthur Bernhardt, the Mathematics Department, because his wife's name had been May Reif. The third new teacher, William Albrecht, stayed only one semester and was succeeded, in January of 1943, by Dr. Mary Elizabeth Craig, who held forth in World Literature for many years. Others on the faculty in 1942 were Wilfred Crook in sociology, Daniel Cage in history, Paul "Pop" Gies in music, Voris B. Hall in physics, and a Miss Green who taught typing and shorthand. The Registrar in those days was George Faint, who taught a course in religion. President Farley handled a course in education. As a faculty we sat around a small table in the living room of Chase Hall, and our meetings were far less wieldy than faculty meetings in the 1970's have been. WECKESSER HALL FALL 1978 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 9 �In addition to the faculty mentioned above, Bucknell University Junior College was kept afloat, just barely in those days, by the tireless efforts of two young ladies who did all the secretarial work. Marion Roberts was secretary to Dr. Farley, ran the bookstore, did registrations and schedules, and in general kept store. Carolyn Hoffa, who later became my wife, was secretary to Mr. Faint, recorder of academic records, worked the switchboard, such as it was, helped in the bookstore, sorted the mail, etc. She always had purple smears on her face because the master transcript sheets in those days were ditto masters. Also of importance to the college's cafeteria; and, as I took up my residence in Chase Hall, Mrs. Brennan kindly permitted me to use part of the refrigerator in the cafeteria. For ten dollars a month I rented two of the rooms on the third floor rear of Chase Hall. Also there, in what undoubtedly had been the maids' quarters when the residence belonged to the Stark Family, was "Pop" Gies, whose hero was J. S. Bach. We, Pop and I, not Bach, had our bathroom and shared the third floorwith the men's lounge; the only disadvantage was that some eager beaver was usually there about six in the morning to shoot pool before class began at eight. The course had such a bad reputation that I one time asked to attend a class session to see for myself what in the world Sangy did to the poor girls to get such negative reactions. I am sure that Sangy put the girls through an unusually stiff set of exercises on that occasion; but, although the girls were about to drop in their places, they did not dare "chicken out" in my presence. Nowadays, with women's sports what they are, Sangy’s eurythmics seem pretty much like "kid" stuff. Sangy also taught speech and directed the undergraduate dramatic productions which were presented in Chase Theatre. The young actors who excelled belonged to an KIRBY HALL the welfare of the students was Mrs. Genevieve Brennan who ruled the cafeteria, located in what had been the kitchen of Chase Hall, and who made a unique brand of barbeque which was a favorite with the students. Her daughter, Ellen Brennan, was the librarian de facto and had to suffer through my assignment as the nominal librarian. My first lunch on September 17,1942, was eaten at the lunch counter of In all of the above I have failed to mention Miss Norma Sangiuliano, Dean of Women, whose office was on the second floor of Chase Hall and thus not far from the women's lounge, which was at the front of the second ' floor. MissSangliuliano, affectionately called "Sangy," although that appellation was never used in her presence, taught eurythmics during which she put the young women through some strenuous contortions. exclusive organization known as the Thespians. One should also mention here that Sangy produced a spring pageant in which one of the sophomore women was crowned Queen of the May. Any presentation of the people who made BUJC would not be complete without mention of those who made up the maintenance staff: Joseph Wayman of Conyngham Hall, John Burns of Chase Hall, and Zezzie Burns of Kirby Hall. Joseph went through Conyngham Hall every day on his hand and knees, polishing the walnut woodwork, trying to keep the place looking as it did when the Conynghams were there; and it broke my heart the way the students failed to share Joseph's concern for the beautiful old building. In 1942 Conyngham Hall still had a solarium with plants and a fountain, but shortly thereafter it was changed to make way for an organic chemistry laboratory. Down in Chase Hall George Burns kept the fires going, was general factotum, grass mower, etc., while Zezzie, who was John's ex-wife (as John told it to me, "She done walk out and she never done walk back in"), cleaned both Chase and Kirby. Because I had red stamps, with which I could occasionally buy a steak, which most people were denied, I sometimes broiled a sirloin over the glowing coals of Chase Hall's furnace and then raced up the back stairway, trailing the delicious odor of the steak to my room on the third floor where I had my dinner. When I was about to marry Miss Hoffa, in 1947, John Burns advised me, gratis, "Jes' don't look back, boy. Jes' don't look back." Sometime before the faculty tea on my first Thursday at BUJC, I went up to see the quarters assigned to the Biology Department, which, incidentally, had been the sewing room of the Conyghams; and there I met Professor Roy Tasker who was packing up his personal gear to move to Lewisburg and the main campus of Bucknell University. He was very kind and showed me around but seemed especially pleased to be leaving the Junior College after serving as the biologist on board from its inception in 1936. From Professor Tasker I learned that the equipment of the Biology Department consisted of one human skelton, Miss Regina Mortis by name, ten double-nose-piece high school microscopes, and a set of general zoology slides, enough slides for a class of maybe fifteen students. The "suite," which was the Department of Biology, had, in addition to the sewing room, a former maid's bedroom as an office and space in what had been the elevator shaft for storage. From the sewing room a door opened onto a third-floor rear porch, where I ate my lunch on nice days. The front part of the third floor held the office of Arthur Bernhardt, mathematician extraordinaire, a big room, formerly the Conyngham's ballroom, in which Edward Heltzell taught an evening course in drafting, and another classroom. I soon settled into my office and with the beginning of classes discovered that by working all day and until ten o'clock each night I could stay one lesson ahead of the students. I'll never forget the first lecture I gave in hygiene. I went through all of what I had prepared in about a half an hour and nearly fainted when I realized that I still had twenty minutes to fill, somehow. But life in general at BUJC was pleasant, and I soon became acquainted with the parts of WilkesBarre I could explore on foot. I had sold my 1929 Model A Ford coupe to buy a railroad ticket to travel from Minneapolis to Wilkes-Barre and thus was without "wheels" in those days. The weekly assemblies were taken seriously by faculty and students, the speakers were worthwhile, and the entire college population had a chance to communicate. I took enough lessons in the Polish language to call the roll better. Also, in a practical matter, I learned that, when I could smell the Penn Tobacco Company's aroma in the morning, rain was sure to fall by afternoon. In the spring of 1943 an especially heavy draft call took about three quarters of the males from the student body, after which the remainder of the student body could fit into Chase Theatre. We all went over to the Lehigh Valley Railroad Station to see the "boys" off and many of the girls were in tears. That afternoon V. B. Hall asked me if I thought that was the beginning of the end of BUJC. Certainly, the continued existence of Bucknell University Junior College did seem uncertain. However, Dr. Farley did not give up anything easily, and he pulled the necessary strings to have a detachment of Pre-preflight Cadets attend the college and to "save the day." The cadets were housed in the Hotel Sterling, probably keeping that honorable establishment solvent, took their course work at BUJC, and learned how to fly Piper Cubs at the Forty Fort Airport. The cadets marched in platoons from hotel to campus and from class to class, impartially forcing anyone off the sidewalk as they stepped along, all the while calling the cadence. Woe to anyone who was caught on the sidewalk by two platoons going in opposite directions! Dr. Relf on one of those early field trips. Additional faculty were hired for some of the courses the cadets had to take and were paid twice as much as the regular faculty, who accepted overtime assignments of whatever courses they could handle. Thus it was that I taught English grammar at seven o'clock, five mornings a week, for the better part of a year until I was drafted in March of 1944. It seems that the powers that were, having put me in IV-F and having told me that I had only two years to live, had discovered that I was still alive at the end of the two years' probationary period and had decided I should be inducted into the United States Naval Reserve in which organization I was Charles B. Reif, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Apprentice Seaman. Thus came to an end my first tour of duty at Bucknell University Junior College. When I returned after the war, in June of 1946, things began to happen. But that is another story. o FALL 1978 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 11 �A Mew Lookatthe Past, Present, & Future Dr. Daniel Goldman has several reasons to be proud of his Department of Sociology and Anthropology. Nestled in the historic confines of Chase Hall, the department is in the process of shrugging its traditional "low key" personality and making itself well known on campus and in the community. "I havethefeelingthat something good is happening in our department,” explains the chairman, whotakes pride in noting that the department “is well balanced with regard to the wide range of specialties possessed by the five-member staff.” "Our program is as complete as any top small college sociology­ anthropology program in the country. The success of our graduates in recent years indicates to us that our program is fundamentally sound and well based,” adds Goldman. Sociology is the social science that is concerned with the systematic study of human society. The term was first used more than 125 years ago to outline a new 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY discipline modeled on natural science. Sociology has had its major development in the United States during the 20th century where raising the quality of life has been a constant concern. Course offerings in Sociology at the College range from social problems and social disorganiza­ tions, such as minorities, crime, juvenile delinquency, and poverty, to family problems and also social organizations, which include the organizational aspects of societies, communities, institutions, and groups. Very closely linked to sociology is anthropology, which is the science of man and his works. Three of the main divisions of anthropology are cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, and archeology. Cultural anthropology is the study of the social life of human groups, which seeks to describe the lives and culture of people in particular social groups and develop generalizations about social patterns, social structure, and social practices found in human societies. Physical anthropology is concerned with the biological aspects of the human being. It has two major subfields, first, the study of fossil evidence through which primate evolution is reconstructed, and secondly, the study of the comparative biology of the living primates. Archeology, which is almost exclusively concerned with the past, is devoted to the systematic retrieval and the interpretation of the remains of societies or peoples in the past. Another closely allied subfield is linguistic anthropology, which is especially concerned with the relationship between the spoken language, culture, and social behavior. One of the biggest changes in the department at the College in recent years has been its approach to teaching. "We are striving to blend the reality of the world with its scientic orientation," states Dr. Goldman. For this reason, the neo-classical approach to teaching sociology, which includes theory and research, has been combined with another approach which seeks to provide students with a practical base. Goldman relates that the department has expanded its curricular spectrum, which will give the student more applied aspects of sociology. “A vast majority of our sociology majors do not go on to graduate school,” Goldman reveals. “There has been a decrease in the demand for Ph.D.’s in the field and the trend in higher education is to provide courses which offer some practicality. "As I see it, we have not lost our commitment to a liberal arts curriculum but we have become realistic in our role as educators. We must provide practical applications forthose students who enter the world after graduation. It is important to continue teaching theoretical sociology because it is needed to direct research and interpret its findings. But, at the same time, we must be sure that we meet the needs of students in today's changing world." 1 J Dr. Goldman is especially happy with the great inroads made by the College’s young Cooperative Education Program. "We're encouraging many of our seniors to spend part of theirfinal year in a professional setting. The students have the option of earning six sociology credits and six cooperative education credits, and working full-time or half-time, in a government, business, or social agency.” Forthose students desiringto enter graduate schools, the department chairman recommends sociology courses concentrating on theory, methods, and statistics. In addition to the sociology­ anthropology majors, many other Wilkes students are taking the sociology and anthropology courses to fulfill their social science core requirements. The department, according to Goldman, works closely with the nursing and Wilkes/Hahnemann programs and offers five to six sections of required sociology core courses to the students each semester. The Sociology-Anthropology Department has made significant progress in re-programming and is flexible enough to serve as service systems to other curriculum. "We are just beginning to focus on our interdisciplinary approach," offers Goldman. "As an example of this approach, the combination of environmental science and anthropology courses would give students a solid foundation fora career in cultural resource management. One of the rapidly developing occupational fields is that of gerontology, which deals with the process of aging and the problems of aged people. "Statistics tell us that the ratio of the population 65 years and older will continue to grow past the year 2000. Family problems and aging are quickly becomingourtwo major concerns," the Wilkes chairman reveals. "Different patterns of activity are emerging for the elderly of our society. The growth of retirement communities, age-segregated residential housing, senior citizen centers, and emergence of new service programs for the elderly have opened up several career opportunities for students. The College could easily develop a program in gerontology utilizing existing courses now offered in sociology, anthropology, nursing, and psychology." Enthusiasm has a habit of spawning success and Dan Goldman seems to have found the right combination in providing students a new twist to an exciting and expanding social science program. o w«is^_ .A - Vk w»y *\ ZTEEiiwim THE WRONG PLACE AT THE RIGHT TIME by Eddie White III “Fate works in strange ways." Ask Wilkes College field hockey coach Gay Meyers, who got her first taste of the sport by total accident. It happened during her freshman year at Lock Haven State College. “I was attending an orientation program and happened to get mixed up with a group of girls who wanted to get out of the exercise,” she recalls. "They had to coax me to go over to the school's field hockey practice and I reluctantly went." Her life hasn't been the same since. In eight seasons at Wilkes College she has yet to taste a losing season and has put together a string of five straight Northeastern Pennsylvania Women's Inter­ collegiate Association champion­ ships. Gay Foster Meyers grew up in Uniondale, Pa., which is a "stone's throw" from Carbondale. Throughout her high school days at Forest City Regional, Gay was active in sports, especially intramurals. During her senior year, the future Wilkes coach and a sophomore friend made school history by joining the previously all-male golf team. Her friend stunned everyone and garnered the number one position, and Gay claimed the fifth varsity slot. The situation caused a furor at Forest City, prompting the athletic department to adopt a rule the next year forbidding women to participate on any male varsity team. Following graduation from high school Gay moved on to Lock Haven State where she majored in physical education. Starting field hockey from scratch, she spent her w® freshman year as the field hockey manager before winning a varsity playing spot as a sophomore. Gay also competed on the women’s varsity lacrosse team, She graduated from the Central Pennsylvania school in 1970 and immediately signed a teaching contract at Wilkes College. Included in her duties were the coaching responsibilities of the Colonel field hockey and basketball squads. It was her baptism in the coaching field. She especially remembers guiding the basketball team from 1970 through 1973. "They were some pretty tough years. Our girls were just adapting to the new five-player rule. Prior to that six players were included on a side. We were two years behind other colleges adjusting to the game and struggled.” FALL 1978 13 �While enduring the pangs in basketball, Wilkes followers could sense a sudden upsurge with the field hockey program. Her squad went 5-3 that first year and the first coaching victory was a 5-1 triumph over rival Misericordia. As the years went by, the field hockey schedule was steadily strengthened with tougher opponents. Coach Meyers was to enjoy her highest single season win total in 1975 when her charges responded with a 9-4-3 effort. Along with the showing was a second consecutive NPWIAA title and a fourth place finish at the Middle Atlantic Conference Field Hockey Tournament, which was hosted by Wilkes College. The team showed an 8-4 performance in 1976 and registered a 7-5-1 mark last season. This year her squad had to overcome a lack of depth at several positions to finish with an 8-4-4 overall record. Included in the list of team achievements were a fifth NPWIAA crown in a row and a MAC Northern Division championship. Unfortunately, they were foiled by the Southern Division power Franklin & Marshall in the subsequent MAC playoffs. According to the successful coach and teacher, "the most satisfying team was this year's unit. This was supposed to be a rebuilding | year for us, and these girls worked very hard to achieve a championship season." Fan support has also been on the upswing. "Once we were lucky to have three mothers, a father, and a husband at a game,” she notes with a smile. "This year this has multiplied into large crowds and the media coverage has almost equalled that of the football team.” For the future she is content to stay at Wilkes. "I love it here and will remain as long as they want me,” she adds. If there has been one drawback in coaching at a small college it has been in recruiting where "most girls are interested in going to the larger schools where scholarships are plentiful." Another high preference for high school graduates is a major in physical education. "We don’t have a major in physical education af Wilkes,” she said. “The curriculum for most disciplines at the College is demanding and many of our recruits have decided to concentrate on their studies rather than participate in field hockey." 1378-73 WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULES BASKETBALL Coach: Rodger Bearde Assistant Coach: Clarence Ozgo Var. Jv. (a) 8:00 6:00 Nov. 30 Dela. Valley Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. 2 FDU-Madison 4 E. Stroudsburg 7 King's 12 Lycoming Jan. 5-6 Wilkes Tourney Jan. 10 Kean College Jan. 13 Moravian Jan. 15 Phila. Textile Jan. 17 Albright Jan. 20 Scranton Jan. 22 Elizabethtown Jan. 24 King’s Jan. 27 Delaware Valley Jan. 31 Susquehanna Feb. 3 Feb. 7 Feb. 10 Feb. 12 Feb. 15 Feb. 17 Feb. 19 Feb. 23 Lycoming Scranton FDU-Madison Lock Haven Elizabethtown Juniata Bloomsburg MAC SWIMMING: Dec. 2 Dec. 5 Dec. 9 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Coach: Sandra Bloomberg Assistant Coach: Sharon Wilkes Nov. 29 Lafayette (a) 7:00 F& M Baptist Bible King's Marywood (h) (h) (h) (a) 2:00 7:00 6:30 8:00 (a) (h) (a) (h) 8:30 6:30 8:15 6:30 8:00 6:15 8:00 Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. (h) (a) (h) (a) (h) (h) (h) (h) (h) (h) 8:00 8:00 6:30 8:15 9:00 1:30 8:00 6:30 8:00 6:15 8:00 8:00 Jan. 12-14 Jan. 18 Jan. 20 Jan. 23 Jan. 25 Jan. 27 Jan. 29 Jan. 31 King’s/Marywd./Drew Albright Upsala Keystone Scranton Dela. Valley Kutztown Susquehanna (h) (h) (a) (h) (h) (h) (a) (a) 6:30 2:00 7:00 7:00 6:00 6:30 6:30 (a) (a) (h) (a) (a) (a) (a) 3:00 8:15 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Muhlenberg Scranton Bloomsburg LCCC Lycoming Elizabethtown Juniata (h) (a) (h) (li) (a) (a) (a) 6:30 2:00 6:00 2:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 1:15 6:15 6:30 6:15 2 5 7 9 2 3 5 10 13 15 17 Var. Jv. Nov. 18 Nov. 30 Dec. 3 Dec. 6 Dec. 9 Dec. 11 Jan. 7 Jan. 13 Jan. 17 Jan. 18 Jan. 20 Jan. 23 Jan. 25 Jan. 27 Jan. 31 Feb. 3 Feb. 6 Feb. 8 Feb. 10 Feb. 11 Feb. 14 Feb. 17 Feb. 24 Mar. 8 Alumni Exhib. York Binghamton Invit. Lehigh Navy/Yale/N.C. Tennessee Southern Trip Boston/Syracuse Dela. Valley Montclair S. Conn. Penn State Elizabethtown Lycoming Binghamton Hofstra E. Stroudsburg Rutgers Steven's Trade N.C. State Bucknell F&M EIWA (Princeton) NCAA (Iowa St.) (h) (a) (a) (h) (a) (h) (a) (a) (h) (h) (h) (a) (h) (a) (h) (h) (a) (a) (h) (h) (h) (a) (a) (a) 8:00 1:00 8:00 8:00 1:00 7:00 8:00 7:30 7:30 8:00 8:00 6:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 6:30 7:30 6:00 2:00 2:00 8:00 2:00 2:00 4:00 2:00 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Jan. 20 Swathmore Jan. 24 Lycoming Jan. 27 V/. Maryland (h) (h) (a) 2:00 4:00 2:00 Feb. 3 Lycoming Feb. 7 King's Feb. 14 Binghamton Feb. 23 MAC (a) (a) (h) 3:00 7:00 4:00 FOOTBALL overall record: 4-5 10 9 Delaware Valley 8 41 Lycoming 10 111 20 Upsala 7 38 Bloomsburg St. 7 27 Western Maryland —I 6 24 Albright — 29 9 Madison FDU > 14 10 Juniata 37 0 Susquehanna CO ¥ SOCCER overall record: 4-10 CROSS COUNTRY overall record: 8-5 WOMEN’S TENNIS overall record: 1-12 WOMEN’S FIELD HOCKEY overall record: 8-4-4 Northeastern Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Women's Athletic Association champions Middle Atlantic Conference Northern Division Champions thegsHHw^ WRESTLING Coach: John G. Reese Assistant Coach: Timothy McGinley COACH: ATTY. F. CHARLES PETRILLO Ursinus (a) Dickinson (h) Lock Haven (Wm. Only) (a) Wilkes College is a “family thing” for Gay and her husband and chief supporter, Jack, who is director of Continuing Education and Graduate Studies at the College. They have a three-year-old daughter, Lea, who is a frequent visitor to the coed athletic events. The sports season doesn't end in the fall for Gay, who returned to her two-sport coaching role in 1977, helping to organize the sixth Wilkes women's varsity sport, softball. In a short span of time Gay Meyers has gained the respect of her coaching peers, fans, and more importantly the many fine athletes that she has coached. Painted wooden head representing Tutankhamon as young boy. The head emerges from a lotus flower. SORDONI GALLERY ACTIVE The Sordoni Art Gallery has hosted several outstanding exhibits since the last issue of the “Quarterly” including the w'orks of Franz Kline, internationally known artist who was born in WilkesBarre; Joseph Domjan, master of the woodcut; and Annie Bohlin, Wilkes-Barre Area textile designer. Some of the exhibits scheduled for the upcoming months include Collector's Choice, a variety of art works from the private collections of Wyoming Valley owners, December 15 through January 7; Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibit, February 10 through March 4; and “The Eight,” selected paintings of eight artists, March 9 through April 1. One of the highlights of the year for art devotees is the scheduled trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art on December 22 to view the "Treasures of Tutankhamon." The eight buses will leave Wilkes-Barre from the Wyoming Valley Mall. The tour will begin at 9 a.m. and last approximately one hour. The trip is sponsored by the Sordoni Gallery. Richard Fuller, a member of the art faculty, presented a slide­ lecture highlighting the "Treasures of Tutankhamon.” Fuller, his wife Cheryll, and their children spent a year at the Schutz American School in Alexandria, Egypt. While there, the Fullers had an opportunity to tour the ancient tombs and temples in the “Valley of the Kings." Q Juliette Epstein, a member of the advisor/ board of the Sordoni Gallery, is shown with a piece from the Franz Kline exhibit. FALL 1978 �Attention Wilkes Alumni HI An Alumni reception is planned to coincide with the EIWA Wrestling Tournament — Princeton, N.J. — on Saturday evening, February 24, 1979, at the Nassau Inn, Princeton. For more details call or write the Alumni Relations Office, (717) 824-4651 Ext. 207. PATRICIA PETRASH ANZIULEWICZ ’56 received a B.S. in business with a major in accounting and computer science from Bluefield State College on June 3. 1978. Two Wilkes graduates received advanced degrees in May from Rutgers University. CAROLE LOWANDE DEDDY ’74 of Far Hills, N.J. received a master’s degree in education, and JOHN GBUR '66 of North Plainfield, N.J. was awarded an M.B.A. degree. JOHN V. GIOCCA ’76 and MICHAEL G. STAMBAUGH ’75 received master of science degrees from the Graduate School of Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. LIONEL GREEN '74 is group internal auditor with the Industrial Specialties Group of Dresser Industries, Inc., Pittsburgh, Pa. ^©wfiwsiIL Q^e jUtss QJouf Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. Like concerned uncles and aunts we would be delighted to hear from you again. If any alumni can help us in our search, please drop a line with the addresses of our missing nieces and nephews to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703. William G. Cain *52, Kathy Louise Calhoun '71, Joseph R. Callahan ’46, Paul A. Callahan '48, Paul Richard Callary '73, Peter Calo, Jr. '67, Harry Leonard Campbell '39, Bernard Francis Carey ’51, Joyce Linda Carlin '63, Mrs. Richard Carnright (Eleanor T. Gorzkowski) '47, Mrs. Richard Carothers (Marjorie Mattern) '63, Mrs. Margaret Mary Carr (Margaret Mary Rowlands) '64, Robert S. Carter '37, Edward Casey '53, Marguerite A. Casey '50, Richard F. Casper '39, Louis Barry Gatina '71, Fredrick Donald Catlin '51, Raymond Michael Cava '53, Nathaniel M. Cavallini '62, Thomas A. Cebula '68, John Michael Cefaly '70, Martin J. Celnick '56, Paul David Cera '57, Robert Newman Chamberlain '62, Samuel M. Chambliss '50, Rui Ying Mick Chan '71, Raymond Francis Cherpak '62, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph S. Cherrie '52 ’52 (Romayne H. Gromelski), Silvio A. Chiavacci '54, Anthony C. Chiarucci '70, Gary Arthur Christian '72, Patricia Christoff '72, Peter W. Chu '68, Soo Chui Chung '59, Won R. Chung '71, Frank Ciaio '61, Ronald D. Cipriani '65, Robert Edward Clark '59, Mrs. Gary Clarke (Janice Wylam) '63, Carroll Adma Cobbs '68, Thomas J. Coburn '49, Frank Ralph 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY WILLIAM H. TREMA YNE ’57 has been promoted to vice president in the public affairs department of Prudential Insurance Co., Newark. Bill resides with his wife, Lora, and three children in Piscataway, New Jersey. NANCY RODDA TOPOLEWSKI ’75 was ordained a Presbyterian minister at ceremonies on which her husband, John, a Methodist minister, participated. Nancy is minister of the Ashley Presbyterian Church, Ashley, Pa. MARY BETH FISHER CLARK ’73 and ANNETTE EGGLESTON DAVIS ’72 were awarded master's degrees in education at the Penn State University Capital Campus in June. DONNA KUMIEGA KWAK ’77 is an assistant manager of Continental Bank, Phoenix, Arizona. JOHN J. LOFTUS ’50 is on the board of directors of Republic Steel, and will serve as an executive vice president of the corporation. cAfomni [ cAlotes ROBERT G. QUMEL ’75 received a master’s degree in psychology from Marywood College, and is a school psychologist for the Northeastern Intermediate Unit of Pennsylvania. NICHOLAS BABISH ’75 is district manager of the National Corporation for Housing Partnerships at Sacramento, California. MARY KROGULSKI ’78 is a math teacher with the Virginia Beach City Public Schools. ROZANNE M. SANDRI ’69 was awarded a doctor of philosophy degree at the spring commencement of the Johns Hopkins University. BARRY A WARNER ’74 and DAVID A. THOMAS ’68 received doctor of osteopathy degrees from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in June. JOSEPH c. MENDL ’69 is a salesman Pa^T “T SomPany. Pittsburgh. Pa. Lee-Norse sells heavy equipment for deep coal mines. KNE’SS ’76 13 an environmental health specialist with the Allegheny County Department of Health Pittsburgh. Pa. DONALD P. LENIO ’63 is director of engineering services at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton. Pa. SANDRA BIBER DIDNER '61 is charge nurse on a coronary care floor at Saint Mary's Hospital in Passaic, N.J. Sandra resides with her husband, David, and three sons in Spring Valley, N.Y. IB Utt IRibbnn (0n Wg ifflittb The South River Street Revival was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The Information contained In the Alumni Notes was received between June 17,1978 and October 18,1978. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18703. Cognetti '64, Mrs. Roberta Shefsky Cohen '68, Fred Cohn '56, Mrs. Renee Schainuck Cohn '46, Barbara P. Collins '67, Iris L. Collins '65, Mrs. Marie Ruddy Collins '56, Robert C. Collins '48, Angelo J. Collura '51. William S. Connelly '61, John E. Cook '61, Edith Cooper ’48, Madeline B. Cooper '51, Mrs. Mimi VasKorlis Cooper '62, Barbara Corcoran '69, Nora Lee Corcoran '72, Donald H. Covey '56, David R. Cowan '67, Thomas P. Cowell '63, Andrea Crease '62, Joseph V. Cresko '54, Mr. & Mrs. Willard E. Crimmins '54 '54 (Jessie Louise), Edward M. Crossin '56, Charles F. Crowe '37, Mrs. Anna Doberstein Cumberland '44, John J. Cupani '67, Joseph T. Curley '42, William J. Curley '50, Alexander Curnow '38, Mrs. Janet Burgess Cusick '53, Theodore Cybulski '43, Joan Czoch '72 HARRIS TOBIAS ’64 is owner-manager of two natural food stores in central Vermont. Have you seen the Pabst beer commercial featuring the powerfully built weightlifter? Well, if you have, you have seen fellow Wilkes College alumnus Frank Zane ’64. Zane is shown In the left photo as he appeared during the filming of the commercial. Since graduating from the College with a degree in secondary education, Frank has gone on to set his mark in International body building circles. Zane, a native of Edwardsville, Pa. and now a resident of Santa Monica, Cal., is a celebrity in international body building having held the title of “Mr. Universe" and "Mr. America." Ironically, the person who wrote the commercial was none other than Mike Robertson '69. Mike, a writer/supervisor on the Pabst account, works for Young & Rubicam Inc., New York. Robertson is shown standing in the right photo, second from the right (tan sweater). Another twist of irony was the fact that neither Zane nor Robertson had any knowledge of the fact that either was a Wilkes graduate until months later. (Photos courtesy of Young & Rubicam) ROY GETZOFF '72 received an M.S. in administration and supervision from Nova University. DR. DEREK ANDREINI '72 is a resident in orthropedic surgery at the College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. PAULETTE SLAVINSKAS WEINRICH '71 is a field examiner with the National Labor Relations Board in Brooklyn. N.Y. GIACOMINA BUZZELLI BACON ’77 is a teacher at the School of the New Covenant in Waterbury. Conn. She resides with her husband, KARL 76, at 234 North Walnut Street. Waterbury. VELMA A. SCHIFANO '76 received a master's degree in public administration from Marywood College. HELEN KOELSCH NIELSEN '55 received her master's degree in human development from Fairleigh Dickinson University. CAROL ANN ZIOMEK ’72 earned her doctoral degree from Johns Hopkins University, and is the recipient of a twoyear post-doctoral fellowship awarded by the American Cancer Society. ANDREW J. GUBANICH '71 is manager of outside reporting at Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Allentown, Pa. PATRICIA HAYDT NITCHIE ’68 was admitted to the practice of law by the Supreme Court of Kentucky. Pat resides with her husband, Peter, in Arlington, Virginia, and is employed by the U.S. Department of Labor. DAVID KRYPEL '76 received his master's degree in psychology from Marywood College. JOHN WASKOWSKY '75 is manager of the showroom of Jewelcor Jewelers and Distributors, West Palm Beach, Florida. DR. SAMUEL C. MINES ’57 is chief of Allergy at several Pittsburgh area hospitals. CHARLES S. BUTLER ’59 is a subcontract administrator with RCA Communications Systems Division in Camden, New Jersey. THOMAS J. WEISKERGER '66 is an assistant vice president in the commercial loan department of Fidelity Bank, Philadelphia, Pa. REV. JAMES E. WYNN ’69 is a member of the board of the youth counsel of N.A.A.C.P., and chairman of the board of directors at a Gerri Care Center in Camden, New Jersey. DR. CARL F. POLNASZEK ’66 is a research chemist at the Veterans Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. JERRY MOHN ’63 is a vice president in the Industrial Products Division of Kocide Chemical Corporation, Houston, Texas. Jerry and his wife, the former ROWENA SIMMS ’63, live at 310 Fawnlake, Houston. R. WAYNE WALTERS ’59 is a founder and resident conductor of the Morris Choral Society, and choral director of Lafayette Junior High School, Morristown, New Jersey. MARIO E. LIZZI '50 received his master’s degree in computer science from Fairleigh Dickinson University. CHARLES ROUSH, DI ’68 is eastern regional sales manager for Rexnord, Inc., Paramus, Nev/ Jersey. Chuck and his wife, the former SHARON SCHRADER '68, live in Ridgewood with their two children. RICHARD MEEDRICH '50 has been promoted to director of tax operations for the Bureau of Employment Security, Harrisburg, Pa. CONT. ON PG. 20 FALL 1978 17 �tJ I. IB WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SSI FALL 1978 19 �BARBARA TALKOWSKI BELLUCCI ’69 is an assistant director of the Act 101 program at King’s College. WILLIAM PUCILOWSKY ’64 is an associate professor of drama at Cedar Crest College, Allentown, Pa. PATRICK SWEENEY ’73 is employed by the U.S. General Accounting Office in Anchorage, Alaska, where he resides with his wife, Linda. EDWARD ZADJURA ’73 is working with the House Appropriations Committee to serve on the Investigation and Survey staff for one year, having been "loaned” from his regular job in the U.S. General Accounting Office. Ed and his wife. Melody, reside in Lanham, Maryland. RICHARD O. BURNS ’64 is a member of the law firm of Schurr and Burns, P.C., Spring Valley, New York. Richard resides with his wife, Linda, and children, Marc, Lisa, and Susan, at 140 Waters Edge, Congers, N.Y. LCDR ROGER D. BREWER ’68 is head of Security Group Activity on the U.S.S. John F. Kennedy. He and his family are residing temporarily in Italy. WILLIAM R. WATKINS ’68 is chairman of the membership committee of the Allentown Center City Association. Bill also is office manager of Junior Colony, Inc., Allentown, Pa., where he resides. JOHN R. MINDZAK ’77 has been commissioned a navy ensign, following completion of a 19 week course at the Naval Education and Training Center, Newport, Rhode Island. DR. RICHARD C. BELT AS ’62 is serving at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, with the Logistics Command Unit. MARGARET BENDOCK TOWERS ’38 is an information specialist in the Public Relations Department of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Delaware. A son, Gregory, was born on April 13, 1978, to JAMES '73 and CATHERINE LANE CASTELLANI ’73. The couple also has a son, Aldo. James is assistant­ director in casualty underwriting for the Hartford Insurance Group in Newington, Connecticut, where the family resides. DIANE MARIE POLACHEK ’78 is a French teacher at Wyoming Seminary Day School, Forty Fort, Pa. DAVID GREGROW '78 is an assistant wrestling coach at Lake Lehman High School, Lehman, Pa. PAUL DOMOWITCH ’76, a sports feature columnist for the Fort Worth StarTelegram, was honored by the Texas Sports Writers Association with a thirdplace finish in the "column’' category in the association’s 26th annual contest in Texas. ALFRED S. GROH ’41 has been appointed director of cultural activities at Wilkes College. DR. ANDREW SHAW, JR. ’58 has been elected president of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of American Society for Public Administration (ASPA). WAYNE SITTNER ’68, who is a teacher in the public schools of Kingston, New York, recently had a showing of his watercolors at the Sterling Inn Towne of Wilkes-Barre. DR. SUSAN M. KRISCHUNIS ’78 is a resident in family medicine at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pa. Her sister, JOANN L. KRISCHUNIS ’78, is attending Temple University Graduate School in Philadelphia. STEVEN S. PARADISE ’65 is vice president of the Nassau County Association of Independent Insurance agents, and was appointed to the educational committee of the New York State Association of Independent Insurance agents. Steve and his wife, the former JANE KLEIN ’66, reside at 128 Lincoln Boulevard, Merrick, New York, “It’s a Bird, cjUeiv ' BONNIE BROWN O’NETTI. ’66 is a mathematics instructor at Wyoming Seminary, Kingston, Pa. Bonnie resides in Forty Fort with her husband, Edmund, and three children. LARRY ASSALITA '78 and LEONARD VEKKOS '78 are attending the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. DR. ALBERT E. STOFKO ’68 has opened an office at the South Main Tower Building in Wilkes-Barre for the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Albert resides in Laflin with his wife, Alice, and their three children. A son was born on March 2, 1978, to EUGENE '77 and LINDA GOODMAN ALBRIGHT '74. Eugene is an accountant with the General Electric Company in Atlanta, Georgia, where the family resides. A son, Daryl Colby, was born on June 10, 1978, to Thomas and SUSAN CONNER MORRIS ’69. The couple also has another son, Evan, and the family resides in Richmond, Virginia. A daughter, Jill Elisabeth, was born on June 13, 1978, to John and BEVERLY SHAMUN CAREY ’68. Beverly is a parttime instructor at Trenton State College, and the family resides at 10 Manor House Drive, Ewing Township, New Jersey. They also have two other children, Jennifer Beth, and John Joseph. It’s a Plane, It’s Foleskie” by Jane Manganella Since the discovery of caves at Lascaux, France, it has been an accepted fact that man, given a blank surface, is incapable of resisting the urge to express himself. For the caveman it was charcoal. The pre­ schooler uses the crayon while countless others resort to grafitti. Latest to join the club is Steve Poleskie ’59, who utilizes a 720-pound airplane, to write on a surface he can’t resist . . . the sky. ATTY. DONALD D. McFADDEN ’56 has been elected to a three year term on the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association. EDWARD J. CONNORS ’72 has been promoted to assistant investment officer at the United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre. Ed and his wife, Maryann, are residents of West Pittston, Pa. A daughter, Carrie Elizabeth, was born on May 5, 1978, to Jessie and ROBERT ADAMS '74. Bob is associated with the treasurer’s office of E-Systems in Dallas, Texas, where the family is residing. Poleskie, a dare-devil stunt pilot, uses a small biplane, a Pitts Special, as a pencil to create extraordinary works of art with billowing white smoke in the sky. Poleskie refers to them as “the largest, most short-lived, impermanent sculptures.” Those who have seen his performance agree that they are indeed short-lived, but memorable. That they are memorable is understandable since the artist is not a run-of-the-mill stunt pilot but an art professor at Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. He is an artist whose works are included in some of the most prestigious galleries and museums in the United States. A daughter, Robin Kay, was born on July 12, 1978, to Frank and SUSAN HIMELFARB MURPHY ’71. The Murphys reside at 119 Bower Street, Linden, New Jersey. “I started by doing landscapes in New York in the early 1960’s,” he remembers, “but then went to Ithaca and took to flying, it was something that I had wanted to do since childhood. My landscapes developed an aerial aspect and when I started stunt flying, the landscapes got scrambled. Finally, I realized it was the action of the plane that I wanted to record.” What emerged is the art form that is his, alone. Poleskie starts by doing comprehensive drawings of the designs he will execute in flight. Basically, he plans by putting down on paper the intricate movements that the plane will have to make to draw the piece. Many times he takes advantage of the wind and other factors to create as he flies. Spectators remember Steve’s plane as clearly as they remember his sculptures. From the ground, the craft looks like a "beautiful iridescent dragonfly” with only a 17-foot wingspan, weighing a mere 720 pounds, and doing unbelievable maneuvers at less than 1000 feet in the air. During some of these maneuvers Poleskie is taking six or seven negative or positive "G" forces. Positive "G’s” practically push you through the seat causing grayouts because of the blood being pushed out of the head. Negative “G’s” do just the opposite and cause red-outs due to the blood rushing into the head. A daughter, April Mae, was born on May 7, 1978, to Matthew and ANDREA BOGUSKO YORKONIS ’74. Andrea is the propietor of the Bogusko Music Company in Wilkes-Barre. According to the artist-pilot, “When you start seeing pink and the top of your head gets warm, it is time to ease off." Despite all the skill required In flying, almost his entire concentration is spent on the art itself. His fleeting, flawless designs attest to this. Poleskie sent his plane to Texas to be rebuilt In 1974. But when he arrived to pick It up he discovered that the company had gone bankrupt and his biplane was in pieces all over town. Undaunted, he rented a house, furnished with one lone table, lived on practically nothing, and proceeded to rebuild it himself. “It was a worthwhile experience,” he looked back. “I built it, I maintain it, and I know every screw in it. Sometimes everything comes down to a quarter-inch screw which has to take the whole load. My life depends on whether it holds or not and I feel better because I know I put it there.” Linda Meyers, a graphic designer from Ithaca, after seeing his last performance had this to say in an article. “It is a high energy art form, and it leaves the viewer feeling that something genuinely fresh and exciting is happening.” Indeed the work of Steve Poleskie is something fresh, exciting, and unique. A son, Kory Shayle, was born on August 2, 1978, to Charlet and JOSEPH E. KIEFER ’68. Joseph is teacher and head varsity soccer coach for the Pennsbury Schools, Fallsington, Pa. The Kiefers reside in Fairless Hills with their two other children, Joseph and Shayne Kip. A son, Christopher John, was born on August 12, 1978, to Donald and MARILYN BURNS DELANEY ’76. The family resides at 2012 Esquire Road, Richmond, Virginia. A son, Gregory, was born June 1, 1978 to Janice and BERNARD RILEY '71. The family resides in Dallas, Pa. uUa/t/tiages SHERYL C. PRETE '78 and David L. Siergiej were recently married. Sheryl is employed by Fashion Bug, Wyoming Valley Mall, and the couple resides in West Nanticoke, Pa. __ EDWARD WALLISON, JR. '78 Doris E. Guss were recently married. Ed is a student at Notre Dame University Law School, and the couple is residing at University Village, Notre Dame, Indiana. FALL 1978 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 21 �MARILYN D. GOODSIR ’73 and Stephen Crispell were recently married. Marilyn is a marketing instructor at Wilkes-Barre Area Vocational-Technical School. SUZANNE FISCHER ’78 and RAYMOND B. OSTROSKI ’76 were married on June 3, 1978. Ray is employed by Chicago Title Insurance and Trust Company as a marketing director, and Suzanne is a registered nurse at Clarks Summit State Hospital. The couple resides at 486 S. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre. JOSEPH R. BARTELL 72 was recently married to Roseann Chupka. Josepha guidance counselor at the Middle Sc South of the Wyoming Area School District, Wyoming, Pa., where the couple resides. NANCY L. NOTERMAN '68 and Thomas J. Downing were recently married. Nancy is a claims adjuster for Nationwide Insurance Company, York, Pa., and the couple is residing in the Gettysburg area. DIANE DAWN SIMENSKY '78 was recently married to Stephen Burnett. Diane is employed by American Career Personnel in Wilkes-Barre. JOANNE ENGLOT '77 and Brian Kawczenski were recently married. Ioanna is a management trainee in the comptroller's department of First Eastern Bank, and the couple resides in Wilkes-Barre. THOMAS E. EVANS '69 was recently wed to Jayne Thoma. Tom is a computer programmer with Pennsylvania Millers Mutual, and the couple is residing in Trucksville, Pa. MICHELINE MADEY '71 was recently wed to Gerard Lupien. Micheline is a registered nurse in the coronary care unit at the Springfield Division of Baystate Medical Center, and the couple is residing in West Springfield, Mass. KATHERINE MUNSON '71 and James G. Canterbury were recently married. Kathy is a teacher in the Northwest Area School District, and the couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre. MATTHEW WOTHERSPOON, JR. ’73 and Donna Crawford were recently married. Matthew is self employed as a title abstractor in Wilkes-Barre, and the couple is residing at the Newberry Estates, Dallas, Pa. JANET MARKOWITZ '75 and PAUL MACIK '76 were married on June 4. 1978, at American University in Washington, D.C. Janet is working at the Association of American Medical Colleges, and Paul is employed as a microbiologist by the American Type Culture Collection in Rockville. The Maciks reside in Aspen Hill, Maryland. JOSEPH J. TOMASHEFSKI, JR. ’76 and Marilyn Dembowski were recently married. Joseph is with the manager trainee program of Hess’s Department Store. GEORGE M. BARNARD, ID ’78 was recently married to Nancy Popielarz. George is associated with the Commonwealth Telephone Company, and the couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. ROBERT EDGERTON '75 was recently married to Lisi Schellenberg. Robert is associated with the United Penn Bank of Wilkes-Barre. DIANA F. GREGORY ’73 and Ronald Finstad were recently married. Diana is a computer programmer for Allstate Insurance Company, and the couple resides in Wheeling, Illinois. DOREENE PSIKUS ’76 and Marc Gonick were recently married. Doreene is with the Westborough Jr. High School in the music department, and the couple is residing in Randolph, Mass. MARK M. CIO CCA ’76 was recently married to Sharon Jiunta. Mark is a distribution center manager with Metropolitan Wire, Inc., in Chicago, Illinois. NICHOLAS COSTANZO ’73 and Kathleen Price were recently married in Nanticoke, Pa. NORMA A. VOYTON ’77 and Walter G. Janoski were recently married. Norma is a registered nurse at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in the surgical intensive care unit. HARRIET SMITH ’78 and Philip Rabinowitz were recently married. Harriet is a placement counselor for the Lawrence Employment Agency, New York City, and the couple is residing in Rego Park, New York. GEORGE JOHN SICK ’68 was recently married to Carole Grandy. George is employed by Hershey Foods, and the couple resides in Hershey, Pa. LARINDA L. DYSON ’75 and NEIL M. KAUFER ’78 were recently married. Larinda is an elementary teacher with the Tunkhannock Area School District, and Neil is employed at Lieb Brothers Packing Company, Pittston. The couple is residing at 10 South Dawes Avenue, Kingston, Pa. 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY CARL SGARLAT '77 and Juliette Pillarella were recently married. Carl is an executive with the Airport Sand and Gravel Company, Inc., Wyoming, Pa. HELEN MIDDAUGH '76 was recently married to David Seferyn, and the couple resides in Mountaintop, Pa. Eliud Wachira Kabungo, a 1965 Wilkes College alumnus, and his wife, Mary, recently visited the Wilkes College campus bearing gifts. Kabungo, principal of the Railroad Training School of Kenya Railways, Nairobi, Kenya, presented the college with an impressive native MaKonde carving. The ebony carving represents the thoughts of a tribesman and deals with family life within the tribe. Shown admiring the carving are, from left — Kabungo, Wilkes President Robert S. Capin, and Mrs. Kabungo. MARY THERESA KERN ’78 and Robert W. Reynolds were recently married. Mary is a secretary at Owens-Illinois, and the couple resides at Oakwood Park, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. GAYLE M. YANOSHAK ’70 and Robert B. Miles, Jr. were wed recently. Gayle is coordinator of Kiddie World Child Development Centers, Inc., Laurel, and the couple is residing in Severn, Maryland. MAUREEN M. KOCYLOWSKI ’77 was recently married to Daniel T. Morris, Jr. Maureen is a registered nurse on the medical-surgical staff of Mercy Hospital, Wilkes-Barre. The couple is residing on Second Avenue, Kingston. Pa. ANNE DOROTHEA AGOLINO ’72 and Raymond Wasko were recently married. Anne is a music teacher at the Wyoming Area School District, and the couple is residing in West Pittston, Pa. ANN MARIE GRUZDAS '77 and Carey Piragus were recently married. Ann Marie is employed by Samters, Wyoming Valley Mall, Wilkes-Barre. DONNA WASELEWSKI '77 was recently married to Robert Reilly. Donna is a nurse at Valley Crest, Wilkes-Barre. PAULA GILBERT '70 and Dr. Daniel Gray were recently married. Paula is employed in sales promotion and training at Applied Data Research, Inc. The couple resides at the Hunters Glen Apartments. Plainsboro, New Jersey. DEBORAH LEWIS ’78 and John Delescavage, Jr. were recently married. The couple is residing in Exeter, Pa. GARY WILLIAMS ’73 and Ann Marie Batt were recently married. Gary is a secondary teacher in the Greater Nanticoke Area School District, and the couple is residing in Wanamie, Pa. JOSEPH T. CHMIOLA ’77 was recently married to Mary Ann Woss. Joe is a fidelity-surety underwriter with the United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company, and the couple resides in New Cumberland, Pa. DARLINE SNYDER ’78 and Carl Moyer were recently married. Darline is employed by Esjay Distributors Incorporated, and the couple is residing at 395 Andover Street, Wilkes-Barre. SALLY ANN CHUPKA ’75 and Ronald Ciolak were recently married. The couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. f J ANDREA MAHALLY '76 and David Danilack were recently married. The couple resides in Wilkes-Barre where Andrea is a computer programmer with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. BARBARA WRAZEN '74 was recently married to Michael Razler. The couple resides at 1970 New Rodgers Road, Racket Club East. Levittown, Pa. LAUREN HARRIS '74 and Michael Grego were recently married. Lauren is secretary of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, and is a reading specialist with the Mifflin Comity School District, Lewistown, Pa. DEBORAH CONDO '78 was recently married to Thomas Bonn. Deborah is employed by St. Stanislaus Medical Care Center in Sheatown, Pa., and the couple resides in Wilkes-Barre. CYNTHLL GLAWE '78 and Peter Mailloux were recently married. Cynthia « a registered nurse at Bon Secours Hospital, Grosse Pointe, Michigan. ANN SHARKEY '78 and STEVEN ESRICK T1 were recently married. Steve attends Georgetown Medical School, and Ann is attending Catholic University, studying for a master s degree in microbiology. EDWARD BEORIS '75 was recently married to Kathryn Hibbard. Ed is employed by the Exxon Corporation, U.S.A. WANDA VNUK '77 and Thomas Ghirkot were recently married. Wanda is a registered medical tecnologist at Community Medical Center, Scranton, and the couple resides in Nanticoke, Pa. SHIRLEY MICHAELS ’74 and Franklin Micnicoski were recently married. Shirley is employed at Retreat State Hospital, and the couple resides in Duryea, Pa. TINA FALCONE ’78 and JAMES STEHLE ’77 were recently married. Tina is a member of the faculty of Pittston Area School District, and James is a professional baseball player with the San Diego Padres. During the fall and winter seasons, he is employed by Falcone Beverage Company, Pittston, Pa. ROBERT MATLEY *73 was recently married to Gertrude Drake. Bob is an assistant cashier in the commercial loan division at United Penn Bank, and he is also attending Wilkes in pursuit of a master’s degree in business administration. CAROL KESTER ’70 and CLIFTON DUNGEY ’74 were recently married. Carol is a nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, Illinois, and Cliff is in the engineering department of the Environmental Inpact Study Division of Argonne National Laboratories. DONNA SMITH ’77 and HAROLD LEWIS ’76 were wed recently. Harold is employed by the Pennsylvania Economy League Incorporated, and the couple resides in Lee Park, Hanover Township, Pa. LINDA GOSS ’78 was recently married to David Bell, and the couple is residing in West Nanticoke, Pa. DONALD REESE ’71 and Donna Hirko were recently married. Don is employed by Girard CoUege, Philadelphia, where the couple is residing. RUTH SHARKUS ’72 was recently married to Andrew Wnuk. The couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. VINCENT SPLENDIDO, JR. ’75 and Erin Yerashunas were recently married.. Vince is employed as a medical technologist at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. q memonam LOUIS F. PISANESCHI '68, of 5105 Shore Acres Road, Madison, Wisconsin, died on August 7, 1978, at the age of 37. Louis was a Coughlin High School graduate, and received his B.A. degree in Psychology from Wilkes in 1968. He was manager of the Wisconsin Capital Division of the American Red Cross Chapter Headquarters in Madison. Louis is survived by his mother, the former Helen Shyner, Wilkes-Barre; brother, Adolph; and sister, Mrs. Joseph Peck. MARGUERITE M. COLLINS ’68, of 345 Rutter Avenue, Kingston, Pa., died on August 11, 1978. Marguerite received her B.A. degree in History from Wilkes in 1968, and was close to receiving her master’s degree. She was a social studies teacher at West Side Area VocationalTechnical School. Surviving are daughters, Diane, New York City; Barbara, Kingston; son, H. Schuyler, Boston; and mother, Esther Marianelli, Kingston. DR. WALTER E. PLUTO ’41, of 3041 Altoona Road, Bethlehem, Pa., died on August 13, 1978. Walter received his B.S. degree from Wilkes College in 1941, and graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Helen Komorofski, Nanticoke, Pa.; daughters, Mrs. Charlene Levine, New York City; and Patrice, at home. ATTORNEY JAMES D. SHEPHERD ’49, of Camp Hill, Pa., died on October 2, 1978, at the age of 53. James received his B.A. degree from Wilkes in 1949, and also was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He was employed as a liaison officer by PennDOT, Harrisburg, Pa. He is survived by sons, James Q., Wapwallopen; James David, Shavertown; and mother, Mrs. Frances Shepherd, Cadiz, Ohio. CHESTER H. MILLER ’49, of 91 Charles Street, Wilkes-Barre, died recently in Mercy Hospital at the age of 72. He attended Bucknell Junior College as a special student, and received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in vocational education at Pennsylvania State University. Chester taught vocational education at Cniighlin High School, and was active in professional YMCA work. He was membership secretary at the WilkesBarre YMCA, general secretary of the former Parsons YMCA, and membership secretary of the Scranton YMCA. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth; sons, Chester. Jr. ’56, Baltimore, Md., and Barry M. '67, Denver, Colorado; daughter, Mrs. Glenn Carey (Moncey Miller) ’60, Colorado Springs, Colorado.^ FALL 1978 23 �likes College has grown and prospered on tradition. We believe it to be a tradition of unparalleled fulfillment and promise. Since its founding in 1933, Wilkes College has been committed to its original mission —“Unity Amidst Diversity”— and the recognition that academic training will be of minor importance unless our graduates emerge as persons of strong character, proper deportment, and sound moral values. This commitment to quality education has been the keystone of the Wilkes College tradition. We hope that the Wilkes tradition continues to grow and flourish. If your son, daughter, or friend is interested in obtaining more information about Wilkes College, its academic programs, and admissions procedures, please cut out and return the coupon below. WRITETO: Office of Admissions, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Please send me a copy of the 1979 Admissions Material. Name Address City Alumnus Name .State. Zip Code. .State. Zip Code. ____ Alumnus Address City Additional Information Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED rawrr no. sss WILKES-BARRE, PA. I ?0Z.8I *1 3y.Wr-SS XT I “ ld3blS NIIXKJVHJ HldON ZTT JI3b V3J0H MAqnyv? Sbw � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Fall 1978 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1978 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/a64f86ac6a3e091319e31aa4e8fb5b4a.pdf 2ce6c6a0f1ec1ca5497e42fdf3decd83 PDF Text Text �WILKES COLLEGE ARCHl SPRING WW Volume2, Number4 editor WILKE6 COLLEGE . OrVKTI'l^LY George G. Pawlush ’69 associate editor ON THE COVER: Jane Manganella Sugar Maple by Richard A. Fuller. Assistant Professor of Art, Wilkes College. This cover design is a hand-drawn batik using a combination of brush and tjanting tool. Hot wax is applied to areas of the fabric for the purpose of resisting subsequent dyeing. This process of waxing and dyeing is repeated over and over again until the desired form emerges. There are great traditions of resist-dyed fabrics in the Middle East as well as in other parts of the world. These resist processes have been passed down through the centuries by artists dedicated to fabric design as a means of self expression. The colors and textures that are inherent in natural forms serve as inspiration for the work. According to Fuller. "The pleasure of batik lies in a richness derived from color, pattern and craftsmanship, and particularly the experience of a sense of process. The merging of thirsty cloth and liquid color produces ornament not on cloth, but in it." editorial staff Eddie White III ’80 Vesta Breakstone Rosemary McMahon '80 Cindy Ercolani '81 Margaret Scholl '81 contributing staff Mary Ellen Alu '77 Shirley Collins Dr. Robert Werner editorial advisor Dr. Richard T. Rees '62 art director Beauty in the Mind of the Beholder Jon Schaffer by Shirley Collins photography editor Organized Labor, Labor Management Relations, and Collective Action — The Future Arthurs. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO by Dr. Robert Werner contributing photographers Robert Gaetano '80 Kenneth Fox '62 Up-Date On Alpha circulation manager Lynn Jacobs Trying is the Biggest Part of the Battle Sea Breezes and Recollections of Wilkes The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. by Jane Manganella 8 12 14 19 20 Success in Steady Steps by Mary Ellen Alu '77 Chronicle - 4 Faculty Abstract - 5 Gallery - 11 Sports Update — 1S South River St. Revival — 17 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling, Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz. Treasurer James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby. M.D. Charles N. Burns. M.D. '35 Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Stanley Davies Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Alan M. Glover, Ph.D. Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner Gerald A. Moffatt '63 William G. Mulligan F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Joseph J. Savitz '48 Louis Shaffer Ronald W. Simms'60 William H. Sword. Jr. E. Arthur Trabant. Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Roberts. Capin '50 �and reading rooms while the third floor will provide office space for student leaders and College administrators. “While enriching our overall educational program, we feel that the new student union building will enable the College to preserve part of the architectural history of the community. Most of the reconstruction will be on the interior with nearly all of the exterior of the building remaining intact," added the Wilkes College president. ieollege@>g@iaM® gS m A PERMANENT STUDENT UNION building Wilkes College students will have a new Student Union Budding for the Fall Semester, 1979. President Robert s. Capin announced in late December that the Wilkes College Board ot Trustees has approved the reconstruction of the Conyngham building, located on the second block of South River St. between South and Northampton Streets. The reconstruction is currently underway. According to President Capin, the total cost of reconstructing the gracious city landmark will be S350.000. "Other priorities in the past have forced us to take only temporary measures in providing a facility for social and co-curricular activities which are a vital part of a student’s college experience,” he said. “A satisfactory and permanent student union is essential to the education of our students. We are members. Community organizations pleased to move forward at this time will be invited to use the historic to provide an effective facility for facility for meetings and activities. present and future students at Wilkes College,” President Capin The red-bricked, three-story added. mansion was given to Wilkes College by the Conyngham family. It was When completed, the new student the former home of the late Mr. and union will provide 19,340 square feet of space for adequate meeting Mrs. William H. Conyngham. One of their sons, William L. Conyngham, and recreational rooms, offices, and a food service area to accommodate is a longstanding member of the the needs of commuter and Wilkes College Board of Trustees. residence students who choose to President Capin reports that $175,000 in gifts from the current get together between classes for "Alpha" Capital Gifts Campaign conversation, group study, meetings of student organizations, and has been designated toward informal interaction with faculty reconstruction of the three-story 4 WILKES COLLEGE edifice. Quarterly Among the features of the Student tthskellar Union Building will be a rathskellar in the basement level, which will be utilized for food service and social gatherings. Additional food service facilities will be included on the first floor. "We anticipate transferring equipment from the 'Commons,' one of our present food service facilities,” President Capin said. Located on West South Street, the “Commons" has been utilized by the College for several decades but is limited in use as a multi­ purpose student facility. The second floor of the new Student Union will contain lounges NLN ACCREDITATION FOR WILKES NURSES Wilkes College Nursing program has received initial accreditation from the National League for Nursing's (NLN) Board of Review for the Council of Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Program. President Robert S. Capin announced the NLN accreditation in December. “The NLN accreditation of the Wilkes Nursing program was effective as of December 8 and is retroactive to the 8-month period prior to the Board's decision so that 1978’s graduating class might be included," explains Ruth McHenry, chairman of the Nursing Department. “Since instituting the nursing degree program at the College in 1972 we have been committed to a quality nursing education, one that is responsive to the changing needs of health care in our society,” the Nursing head adds. While the program always has been approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners, the National League for Nursing is the body established by the profession to set standards for nursing education. The baccalaureate program at Wilkes offers an educational experience to prepare a professional nurse practitioner who exerts leadership in the emerging roles of primary, secondary, and tertiary care. The nursing curriculum at Wilkes is designed to enable the student to integrate the arts, the sciences, and the humanities with nursing and to choose electives in areas related to personal interests and career goals. Practical nursing is correlated with classroom and theory. Nursing begins in the second year, and for every hour of laboratory credit the student receives three hours of clinical practice. In the eighth and final semester, the student receives 240 hours of clinical practice. Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Nursing through a four-year academic period, totaling 127 credits. Wilkes College has a cooperating agreement with seven hospitals for clinical facilities for the student’s practice, which is concurrent with the classroom theory. They are the Wyoming Valley Hospital, Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital, Veteran’s Administration Hospital, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, St. Joseph’s Maternity and Children’s Hospital in Scranton, and the National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center, Bethesda, Maryland, as well as many community agencies. PRESIDENCY EXAMINED The office of the President of the United States has a decided impact on the lives of many Americans and non-Americans alike. Yet, the majority of Americans lack understanding of the consequences of actions taken by present and past administrations. Wilkes College is fortunate to claim its own expert on the American Presidency. Bill Lewis, a junior political science major at the College and the son of Mr. and Mrs. William V. Lewis, West River Street, Wilkes-Barre, is a member of the “Center for the Study of the Presidency” and serves as a Center Fellow. The purpose of the Center, according to Lewis, is to extend education in the field of government. “The Center acts as a scholarly review center of presidential activities in hopes of building a better future." Lewis adds. The Center provides "citizenship education of the highest character” and is concerned with the quality of leadership in the country. It offers understanding and encourages positive action, constructive reform, and public service. “We do not study the President himself, but rather his administration and their policies, "the Wilkes junior offers. As a Center Fellow, Bill's duties are many. He serves as co-chairperson of the 1979 National Student Symposium and is responsible for planning the program, picking a theme, scheduling, and suggesting speakers. The Symposium brings together student leaders and representatives from corporations, foundations, labor unions, academic institutions, and government to discuss a major contemporary issue. It allows for the exchange of views with the nation's most outstanding students and leaders. These Symposiums play an important role in giving these young Americans a greater appreciation of American political and economic institutions. Lewis must also prepare a research paper on some aspect of the Presidency. The Wilkes student chose to write his paper on "Presidential Staffing." Although not yet completed, the paper will deal with the question of whether or not the Presidential staff matches the President’s campaign ideologies. Bill feels that his Center experience has given him invaluable insight into the presidency. “I hope to gain a better understanding of Wilkes College junior Political Science major Bill Lewis, right, is shown discussing his rule as a Center Fellow of the “Center for the Study of the Presidency," with Dr. Jean Driscoll, chairman of the Wilkes College Political Science Department. SPRING 1979 5 �SS&^ijanch, because of its relevance to any SSm^^gfonvard to a career in urban politics. H would prefer a job where he has some input in the pohey-makmg decisions of the organization. A CAREER IN MEDICAL PHYSICS Wilkes College will soon be: one of the four colleges m the United States to offer a B.S. degree in Medical Physics. The importance ot the application of physics to medicine is growing, and statistics indicate that it will offer excellent job opportunities m the future. The B.S. degree in medical physics resulted from the combined efforts of Dr. Frederick Bellas and Walter Placek, professors in the Physics department. The program is designed to train students in the applications of the physical sciences to medical problems. Many of the concepts, techniques, and devices which have been created by physicists are now being applied to medicine. These include the use of gamma rays, x-rays, infrared and microwave radiation and lasers. The Medical Physics Program includes such physics courses as optics, thermodynamics, and atomic and other courses in the disciplines of chemistry, biology, and engineering. An important segment of the program is a laboratory course in medical physics. Students are required to construct research-type projects on such topics as skeletal mechanics, lung mechanics, EEG and EKG machines, to name only a few. Six credits may be earned by working in a hospital, medical research laboratory, or a medicaloriented industrial laboratory under the supervision of a medical expert in that particular field. A student completing the baccalaureate degree program has several avenues to follow after graduation including further graduate work, health ° physics, medical school, industrial bioengineering, technical sales, and radiation physics. Dr. Bellas notes that “medicine will continue to look to modern physics, and this means °reater career opportunities in the medical physics field." The projected need m this area alone is over 13,000 posibons by the year 2000. Alono with the technological advances in 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY i&sxr physics field. the MANUSCRIPT: NOWAN alumni outlet for literary works The MANUSCRIPT, a long time literary tradition at Wilk::es College, dr. is alive, well, and expanding;, horizons to include alumni contributors. Jack Hardie’65, faculty advi of the annual publication ann °r that for the first time since IgR0^3 periodical is actively seeking & ,he literary contributions from th alumni. "The material select c the MANUSCRIPT should reft the discrimination, maturity 1 fairness, and taste representative r an academic community,” Hard 01 explains, “and the respoksibili^r the originality of the piece or * °r photograph rests with the contributor.” JAMES RODECHKO by Margaret Scholl “History is the synthesis of life,” stresses Dr. James Rodechko, professor of history at Wilkes College. The Wilkes faculty member feels that his primary goal as an educator is to create an interest in the subject and dispel the adage that history is dull and unexciting. Rodechko tries to create new interest in his classes by connecting the historical past with the present through lectures, accompanied by visual aids. Although Dr. Rodechko notes that “history doesn’t repeat itself,” he believes that people today are facing the same types of problems that our ancestors endured. In the classroom he stresses that Americans, as a whole, have never been inclined to learn from the past. They are futuristic and ignore the past. The professor believes that by looking back and learning from past mistakes, society could possibly solve some of its social problems. He considers his major responsibility as a teacher to be a ways prepared and “give every­ thing I can.” According to Dr. odechko, a faculty member should hold a positive attitude toward be^vA l5'^ ‘ JheLsarae ‘‘me he should When asked about the drop in Rod hkntofhistorymai°r= Rodechko comments, "It is unnecessary and unfortunate. Most students think that a history major must become a teacher after graduation, but this isn’t so.” The concerned educator continues, "With the right electives, a history major can become involved with anything from communications to government and law enforcement.” Not only limiting his talents to the classroom, he is the faculty coordinator for the Cooperative Education Program. Rodechko helped initiate the program which he feels "helps prepare a student for a future job and also allows the students a new type of learning experience.” The duties of his title require Dr. Rodechko to handle the academic requirements of the students. Dr. Rodechko earned his B.A. in History from Hofstra University and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut. At Wilkes he has served as a member of the curriculum committee, t e faculty policy committee, and an advisor to the classes of 1972 an 1973. Concerned with student 1 • the energetic professor finds Wil students to be "bright, enthusiast , and eager to learn.” Still expressing his ded*?at*°g]l. and concern for students, e .q0 liked professor advises stu e H remain as flexible as possi ’ . a which will enable them to acq certain degree of elasticity m finding future employment. o The purpose of the MANUSCRIPT is to stimulate an active interest in creative writing while providing an atmosphere for criticism and exchange of ideas among students and alumni. The periodical also serves as a means by which students may review, edit, and publish those materials which in the judgment of the editorial staff represent the most worthy efforts of creative writing. Any Wilkes College alumnus wishing to submit material for publication in the Manuscript may forward it to the Manuscript, c/o Department of Languages and Literatures, Wilkes College, 18766. PODIATRY: ANOTHER HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITY "Many people think of a podiatrist as a person who cuts corns and calluses from a patient's foot. Actually, this is a minute part of what a podiatrist actually does.” So offers Sandra Pensieri, a Wilkes College cooperative student, now in her first year at Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine (PCPM), in Philadelphia. Miss Pensieri, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Pensieri, Plains, explains that podiatry is one of the fastest growing fields in medicine today, which may account for the gross misconception people associate with the field. Podiatric medicine is the healing art that concentrates on diseases and abnormalities of the lower extremity, particularly the foot. Podiatrists are the only health professionals who share with doctors of medicine, osteopathy, and dentistry the legal authority to make independent professional judgments, and in their own discretion to administer medical and surgical treatment. Podiatry is a wide open profession with concentrations available in pediatrics, geriatrics, surgery, and also in the rapidly growing field of sports medicine. "Running is the growing trend now,” Sandy relates, "yet many people are unable to run due to a small abnormality that can be corrected with minor surgery by a podiatrist." Even belly dancers see podiatrists to correct disorders caused by the strain dancing puts on their feet. The Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine is one of five colleges in the United States that grants the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. PCPM also participates in the Accelerated Pediatric Medical Education Curriculum (APMEC) in cooperation with several Pennsylvania undergraduate institutions such as Wilkes College. APMEC requires three years of pre-professional and four years of podiatric medical education. The program recruits students of exceptional ability, generally from rural or underserved areas, who are interested in returning to those areas to practice. Wilkes became affiliated with APMEC in the spring of 1977 and was alloted a minimum of four seats into each class. Sandy, a graduate of Coughlin High School, spent her first three years at Wilkes as a Biology major under the accelerated program. After a series of interviews and evaluations, she was selected to begin her medical education at PCPM in the fall of 1978. After completing her first semester at PCPM, Sandy describes the curriculum as being "very rigorous” with a “phenomenal amount of material to learn,” but admitted she was having little difficulty adjusting. “I feel that my science and biology background at Wilkes has been a tremendous help to me," she states, and observed that many of the other students in her class were having problems with the material due to inadequate preparation. Sandy’s well adjusted studying habits undoubtedly were also a big help to her. They include studying six hours per night on week nights and between sixteen and twenty hours on weekends. If she keeps at this pace, Sandra Pensieri should have no trouble graduating with her class in 1982, at which time she plans to return to Wilkes-Barre and set up her practice as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. O THE WILKES college connection FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 Plan NOW!! for Wilkes College 32- Annual Alumni HOMECOMING Friday, Saturday, Sunday October 12,13,14,1979 Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your'home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. SPRING 1979 7 �id hit I I 71 /PA r l LI t I1 FW dofthe,, beholder2SF1t > f 11V l.1 1 "I must study politics and war, that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. My sons ought to studv mathematics and philosophy, geography, natural history and naval architecture, in order to give architecture, statuary, tapestry and porcelain." — John Adams — Mark Cohen w by Shirley Collins Whatever John Adams meant to say, he seems to assume that art is strictly for recreation after the consequential matters of the world have been settled. Only after the gun is put down, the store is closed, the factory darkened, has a serious person the right to yield to such frivolous pleasures. a WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Mark Cohen does not feel this way. A Wilkes-Barre photographer of growing national and international reputation, Cohen's art is his serious life's work. It is not that he wasn't exposed to the Adarns philosophy. In 1961 when he entered Penn State, he chose engineeringas a major and when he left Penn State to register at i ■ When Mark Cohen was asked what it is that makes photography important enough to spend all his time on, for a moment he didn't say anything at all. Then, with a note of surprise, he replied, "I don't know. All I know is that when I get a picture that's wonderful it makes me feel so good." their children a right to study painting, music, "This is a nice picture... it shows mystery." a/ w' States and in London, Paris, and Milan. Public collectors in Massachusetts, New York, Chicago, Melbourne, and London have purchased his work. He has taught at Wilkes, Princeton, the Rhode Island School of Design, and consulted for Yale. Last summer he had only one entry in the Museum of Modern Art's "Mirrors and Windows" show; but the New York Times Magazine chose that picture to display on its cover to exemplify current directions of photography in America. Like many artists, Cohen speaks about his work reluctantly. But he never tries for a moment to hide his devotion to photography. That devotion may have been what made Chester Colson want to help him, for Colson, too, chose art as his vocation out of love, in spite of various obstacles throughout his life. Wilkes in 1963, he picked mathematics. He later switched to art upon the advice of the then chairman and still art faculty member, Chester Colson. I 'ji Cohen that proved a good decision. Upon graduating in 1966 he opened a photography studio, and sin< e then Ims exhibited all over the United In some peculiar way, the representation of the world through the medium of paint or camera, aluminum or cloth, seems related to deep, though formless, longings for personal significance. That the world and the universe, time and infinity are beyond our control, perhaps even beyond understanding, seems to frustrate some impertinent, ineradicable ambition within us. Scientists may justify their probings of earth's mysteries as a search for human progress, but artists cannot prove the cost effectiveness of their attempts to express the emotional impact on man of his situation. Yel, their work may be just as critical. Dr. William Sterling, since 1976 the chairman of the Art department, speaks of Mark Cohen's work as "almost always dealing with unexpected glimpses, seeming to heighten the personality of something or somebody; by showing it in a different light, he avoids the typical or expected, and directs a different interpretation." When Chester Colson arrived to teach at Wilkes College in 1959, he came to a region whose people had not been exposed to art. While affluent Wilkes-Barreans could travel to Philadelphia or New York, there were no museums here, and the College boasted just three art majors, whose studies, Colson says, consisted primarily of lettering. I With Dr. Eugene Hammer, the chairman of the Education department, Colson designed a curriculum in art education and began to recruit students and faculty. During the 1960's the number of art education majors rose as high as 180, and Colson says graduates are teaching all over the eastern United States. One of them, Carl Knoecklein, a member of the faculty at the University of Hartford, opened an exhibit at the prestigious Wadsworth Atheneum on January 26 entitled "15 time smells." Other graduates have had success in various fields; Joe Stallone, a ceramicist, exhibits widely and lives now in New York; Randy Steele works as a photo­ grapher and artist for Aviation magazine; Kathy Fink, one of Richard Fuller's students in fibre and fabric design, went to work for Dan River on her graduation. Dr. Sterling says, though, that the primary purpose of the department is not to create professional artists or art educators, but to introduce students to the visual arts. There is, he says, "a widespread deficiency in American culture—a lack of awareness and knowledge of art. Most of our students really don't have any clear idea of what it's like to be an artist when they come to us." SPRING 1979 9 �In fact. Sterling believes that the aridity of the artistic landscape in Wilkes-Barre is only an exaggerated example of the situation in the country' as a whole. Acknow ledging that attendance figures at museums have risen, he suggests that that is more an indication that some artists or art shows have achiex ed celebrity' status than that people really understand xxhat they’re looking at. Kids in high school are heavily oriented toward doing, as opposed to a thinking or philosophical approach. It's typically American. Get your hands on the materials. Don't reflect on ideas and values." To help with study of philosophy and values, the department offers three semester length courses each semester in history of art, required of all art majors, as well as two elective courses each semester in history and theory. But even in the studio courses, Sterling says, professors approach their work in a philosophical way. The requirements of the core curriculum assure that not only art majors, but nearly all students at Wilkes will receive some introduction to the field. "We are training consumers of art as well as producers," explains Sterling, "and most of our students will continue some involvement." Certainly local interest in art has grown hugely since Chester Colson arrived here in 1959. In addition to many art graduates, are forays the faculty makes into the community in support of art related projects. With the opening of the Sordoni Art Gallery on the Wilkes campus, the valley acquired a beautiful setting for major shows. Two centuries after John Adams lived, thousands of people are studying art in Wilkes-Barre. The economy limps noticeably here, and the fever of unemployment hovers higher than elsewhere in the country. In the light of this unfinished business, the study of art may seem to be of doubtful value. Yet, the paintings on the walls of the cave at Lascaux were not made by men who had solved the problems of their world. Paradoxically, it is only by those fragile markings through which they strained against the bonds of earth, that we have any intimation that these people ever existed. Q Shirley Collins i:: an avid writer who has contributed to several publications. She is a mciid>*r of the Wilkes Coll**ge Department of Nursing staff. Little Tommy, an oil on panel by George Luks ► T Flower Picture, an oil by William Glackens Just about a lifetime ago, on February 3,1908, an important exhibition of paintings opened in New York's Macbeth Gallery. It was to be among a handful of landmark events which, over the next few years, would arouse American art out of its complacency and into the mainstream of twentieth-century modernism. The exhibition consisted of works by eight American artists who were operating either outside of or barely within the artistic estab­ lishment of the time: Robert Henri, John Sloan, William Glackens, George Luks, Everett Shinn, Maurice Prendergast, Ernest Lawson, and Arthur 13. Davies. From the Introduction by Dr. William Sterling for the "Immortal Eight" exhibit. The Sordoni Art Gallery, beginning on March 9 and continuing through April 1, featured an impressive exhibit entitled "The Immortal Eight." The exhibition consisted of five works each of the eight men who in the early 1900’s set off "the first explosion" to seriously undermine the academic poxver structure in America. The Sordoni exhibit was the first time since the 1940’s, in the Brooklyn Museum, that a major show on the "Eight" had been done. Dr. William I. Homer, chairman of the Art History Department at the University of Delaware and author of "Robert Henri and His Circle,” lectured to Friends of the Gallery prior to a reception that formally opened the show. SPRING 1979 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 11 �Organized Labor, Labor Management Relations and Collective Action — The Future vA By Dr. Robert Werner Futurism is, of course, as old as the prophets. Therefore, my ideas do not reveal a revolutionary concept in thinking as speculation of what may, or will happen has always been. However, a greater emphasis on futurism has been exhibited in recent years. Also, during the last decade, it has become fashionable or fadistic to deal with the future in terms of ecology, resources, and economics. 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY There should be justification to some degree for me to join the ranks of sooth-sayers. It seems valid that a contribution could be made, as I stand at a pivotal point, Janus-like, looking backward at developments of the last quarter of a century in labor management relations and alternatively looking forward to possible or probable developments. There was a time when, as a young instructor and practitioner, I thought I had all the answers. But how many times I have been proven wrong! Hopefully this experience has provided me with adequate insight and maturity. In that futurism demands a time frame, the predictor must give a time value to his projections. For now, I would prefer to limit my projections to the 1980’s. If I am wrong or right, I might be condemned or commended in my dotage by anyone who would keep or remember my efforts. Perhaps one of the most fundamental questions in the future of labor-management relations is the continued existence of unions as a socio­ economic organization. The increasing involvement of government in establishing minimum wages, wage guidelines, and health and welfare revisions may very well end thetraditional role of unions. However, analysis of current union activities indicates that while unions are constantly striving to increase the scope of bargaining and are becoming heavily involved with lobbying, they are also vitally concerned with preserving past gains and maintaining present "turf.” This becomes a crucial issue, in light of some manage­ ment's preoccupation with "buy­ back” or rescinding previous grants or conditions of bargaining. As Sidney and Beatrice Webb have noted, it appears that while government may play a greater role in social welfare on a national basis, unionswill still continue to exist to deal with problems and conditions at the work place. In fact the role of unions probably will notdiminish, but will find new expression as additional groups such as college professors, pharmacists, secretaries, nurses, teachers, and bank employees enter the collective bargaining arena. What is interesting about this trend is that collective action by groups such as these was unthinkable a few decades ago. At one time, I felt very strongly that I ,T V the scope of collective bargaining would be limited to exclude them. How wrong I was! Organizations which may have been founded as professional organizations concerned with professional standards and insurance or benevolent purposes have evolved to where their primary function is collective bargaining. The phenomenon of new occupations becoming involved with collective bargaining has created many complexities. For example, over the last 150 years, certain bargaining areas have emerged sanctioned by law and practice. Typically, legitimate and usual bargaining issues included wages and working conditions. The demands of the workers could be anticipated and responded to by management. However, the current situation has brought what could be an endless list of negotiable issues. Teachers wish to control what have been traditionally management prerogatives such as class size, length of the school day, and class assignment. In a widely publicized case, pilots of a major airline made over 100 demands, one of which, perhaps facetiously, was free vasectomies. Nurses in decaying urban areas may demand safe transportation home and college professors may demand that thei r employers pay their professional memberships. I could go on and on but certainly, the decade of the 1980’s may be fraught with many work stoppages as the bargaining process needs time to establish what will be acceptable items for bargaining. I must also note the impact of labor law on collective bargaining. The crucial point is that law must adequately reflect the needs of the current situation. This is some­ times difficult as many laws on the books date back to previous times when conditions were different. 1 his factor has increased the involvement of the courts in the collective bargaining process as society looks for more rapid change in the law. Laws must reflect a matrix of the socio-economicpolitical situations of the time. The broad needs and drives of society will determine the status of labor law in the next decade. The increased inclusion of women in the work force may hold some surprises in the 1980’s. Traditionally, women entered and left the labor force accordingto a prescribed pattern. They often entered the labor force in role oriented occupations, left the labor force after marriage, then perhaps returned when the children were old enough to be self sufficient. This created problems for unionization. The young woman did not view her life as an individual in the work force and the mature woman returningtothe work force often thought of it as a secondary career; home and family were primary. This stereotype is breaking down. of slavery, even the elderly and the disabled had their functions. We see a growing trend incur society to some sort of tenure in or "vested rights" to a job after a certain number of years. Coupled with the changing retirement laws, this will have tremendous impact. The implications and possibilities are endless. Finally, I wish to acknowledge that the thoughts in this article are not mine alone, but have resulted from many years of association with graduate and undergraduate students. As a young instructor, I taught my classes trusting that the students would learn. Hopefully this was true, but I recognize that I learned a great deal from them. Much of what has been presented here is based on ideas of my students. I thankthem forthat. q Social and economic forces are exerting pressures to change women’s role in the work force. Two obvious factors immediately come to mind: Inflation and "the pill.” Several other factors, such as "fast-food," modern appliances, day care centers, etc., have influenced women in considering the "Haus Frau” role versus the person committed to the labor market. While women, with some exceptions, were difficult to unionize, this may change. I predict that women will become more concerned with collective action in the job market. Quite simply, if they perceive themselves as permanent members of the work force, then their income and work conditions become permanent concerns. Frankly. I would expect more militancy in the future. I also perceive "job ownership as a major variable in labor relationships in the next ten years. There is really nothing new in this concept, as in the horrible days — Dr. Robert Werner, who holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, has been a W ilkes College faculty member since 1955. He is a widely regarded expert in labor economics. SPRING 1979 13 �Throughout the first six months of 1979, Dr. Richard T. Rees, director of alumni relations, is continuing to arrange regional alumni campaigns in areas of the nation with concentrations of 200 or more alumni. Later, alumni in other sections of the nation will be contacted by letter to seek their participation in the campaign. An alumnus''alumna who makes a three-year pledge to the "Alpha" Campaign will not be expected to contribute to the annual appeal until completing payment on his/ her expanded commitment. Wilkes alumni in the Lehigh Valley (Allentown/Bethlehem/ Easton) Area conducted a regional campaign during the Fall at the Bethlehem Holiday Inn. Michael Barski '73, a stockbroker with Dean Witter Reynolds Inc., headed the effort. Other Fall telephone campaigns were held in the Harrisburg/Lancaster/York Area and the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Responsible for leading these drives are Richard Salus '60, partner, Peat Marwick & Mitchell; and Ernest Krute '66, manager, Special Financings, P.P.G. Industries. On March 26-27, Atty. Ralph Carey '48 guided a phonathon in the Greater Scranton Area from the Third National Bank, Scranton, while the emphasis shifted a few days later to the Hazleton Area and the Peoples First National Bank. Shirley Jean Ray '57, director of Administration and Planning Commission on Economic Opportunity, and David Wetzel '60, by alumni. Update Alpha Wilkes College alumini are demonstrating a commitment to the College as the " Alpha" Capital Campaign has expanded its efforts to involve alumni throughout the nation in 1979. According to President Robert 5. Capin, as of March 1, the campaign total has reached 51,607,711 or 67 percent of its goal. This total does not reflect the efforts of the Wilkes College Campaign in Greater Wyoming Valley, which was launched on March 7,1979, or the many regional alumni campaigns. "We are encouraged that our national appeal will be successful," states President Capin. "Local alumni have contributed nearly $200,000 to the campaign and it is essential that we maintain this momentum. The projected decline in the traditional college student population and the tight job market also make it imperative for us to encourage alumni participation in the admissions and placement functions of the College. All three of these challenges are essential to the future growth of the institution." 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 77.' dentists and other campaign leaders, from left, seated — Dr. John Hosage '62, Dr. Robert O.i.uny ec. and Dr. BV.in. HatLizi-s '62, all co-chairmen; standing — James Aikman, director of de -'.'.p'rei.t: Th as H. Kiley, annual campaign chairman; and Dr. Thomas F. Kelly '69. dean of external affairs. MB Many of the volunteers, working in the attorneys' division, gathered for an informal meeting at President Capin’s home. Seated, from left —Atty. E. Paula Quinn '73 and Atty. Louis Shaffer, a member of the College board of trustees; standing — Atty. Donald H. Brobst, Atty. Alan Ramsay, Jr. ’6'8, Daniel Koffsky and Richard Schifter, law clerks to Judge Max Rosenn; Atty. James Garraux, Atty. Bartel Ecker '48; Atty. Gifford Cappellini ’45, co-chairman; Atty. Harry Hiscox, '51; Atty. Joseph Savitz ’48, chairman and a member of the College board of trustees; Atty. Theodore Evans, and Hon. Max Rosenn, a member of the College board of trustees. executive vice president, Peoples First National Bank, were responsible for directing the Hazleton drive. Phonathons on the drawing board or already planned for the Spring include (with respective chairperson): April 16-17, Greater Metropolitan New York, Willi am Cox '60, at the AT&T facility, New York City; April 23, Southern New Jersey, Thomas Curry '67; April 24, Greater Philadelphia, William Kaye '71, at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine; and May 9, Binghamton Area, Joseph Chanecka '66. Other phonathons are being arranged in Washington, D.C., Atty. Marc Levey '69 and Thomas Richards '69; New England, Atty. Anthony Cardinale '72; Upper New York State, Robert Linaberry '73. Alumni in the Greater WilkesBarre Area are involved with the 1979 Wilkes College Campaign in Wyoming Valley. The campaign, which is seeking a $150,000 goal, is chaired by Thomas H. Kiley, a member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. This year the campaign organization took on a new look with the inclusion of four professional divisions. They are headed by alumni volunteers Dr. George Hudock '50 (physicians); Dr. William Watkins '62, Dr. John Hosage '62, and Dr. Robert Conway '62, (dentists); Atty. Joseph Savitz '48 and Atty. Gifford Cappellini '46 (attorneys); and Lonnie Coombs '70 (accountants). Q 21 President Robert. S. Capin 50 is flanked by Dr. George B. Davis, left, and Dr. George Hudock '50, chairman of the physicians' division. ■■ Some of the accountants working in the annual campaign are, from left Robert Cavalari ’68 and Lonnie Coombs '70, chairman. | -! i * SPRING 1979 15 �(oioHfij*; 118 25 t ittlP Wilkes, “the almost legend , ‘J ” surprised many but their 1 fans by finishing a rather close [^lis^weTe Na^vy, Pl.^'r^emp^e^11 sport Pete Maravich Don't Look Back Wilkes sophomore Diane Kendig tallied a school record (men and women] 53 points in the final women's basketball game of the year to lead the Colonels to a 114-58 conquest of Misericordia College. The 114 points, scored by the team, also established a new one-game Basketball: overall record: 9-15 Middle Atlantic Conference: 7-6. tied for second place leading scorers: Kendall McNeil, jr.. (20.5) John Zapko, sr.. (15.3) Mike McCarrie, so.. (13.4) Career 1,000th point club additions: John Zapko, sr.. (1183) Kendall McNeil, jr.. (1057) MAC Northern Division ‘All-Star'' Team: John Zapko. First Team Kendall McNeil, Second Team Swimming: overall record: 0-9 Middle Atlantic Conference Tourn.: Michele Maguire, fr. - three medals 4th, 200-yard butterfly 5th, 100-yard butterfly 6th, 200-yard individual medley Perry Lichtinger, jr. - diver consolation finals: one-meter and three-meter diving Women's Basketball: overall record: 12-10 leading scorers: Diane Kendig, so., (25.6] Lynn Yediock, jr., (13.8) Ellie Adams, fr„ (11.ij Mary Jo Frail, jr., (10.9) leading rebounders: Lynn Yediock, jr., (9.8) Debbie Yediock, sr., (7.8) Diane Kendig, so., (5.1J Mary Jo Frail, jr., (4.8) 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Pd all the critics, and posted al’sWr their finest tournament °ner° lances of all time and barely Pcrf°Tcatching perennial EIWA m‘werhouSe Lehigh for the crown I” Fnsineers, as expected, won the «'Diamond Anniversary” EIWA grnament championship with scoring mark. Kendig. who earlier in the year became the top woman scorer of all time, has now crashed the nets for 971 points with two years of eligibility still remaining. During the 1978-79 season, the Kingston. Pa. and Wyoming Valley West product, averaged 25.5 points per game, 561 points total, to lead Wrestling: overall record: 17-4 Binghamton Invitational Tourney Champs [Four Teams] EIWA Tourney. Princeton: 2nd place (16 teams] EIWA Individual Champions: 158 — Mark Densberger, jr. HWT. — Danny House, sr. Top Wrestlers: Mark Densberger 25-0-1 (158] jr. Danny House 21-2 [HITT.] sr. Casper Tortella 23-2 (142) sr. Bryan Billig 22-3-1 [126] so. John Reese's 26-year coaching record at Wilkes: (267-58-8] MEET RESULTS Wilkes 48 0 York College 10 29 Lehigh University 17 18 North Carolina 23 17 Yale University 21 19 Navy 29 18 Tennessee 22 24 Clemson 15 27 '-.-.ij-.l- University 34 6 Boston University 35 15 Delaware Valley 23 11 Montclair State 26 ■' Sout . Connec • . 29 12 Penn St. University 27 12 Lycoming College 30 10 Binghamton State 23 15 Hofstra University 29 17 East Stroudsburg St. 32 0 Rutgers Uni'/ei Jly 29 11 North Carolina State 32 13 Buckncll University 37 7 Franklin h Marshall the lady Colonels to a 12-10 record. Diane scored 410 points and maintained a 19.5 average as a freshman. Earlier during the season Diane fired home 43 markers against Lycoming but the record turned out to be short lived as she connected on 22 of 36 field goal attempts and was nine for 12 from the foul line in the season finale. Basketball Coach Sandra Bloomberg has the highest praise for her sparkplug, “Diane is the finest athlete that I have ever coached. She is just unbelievable.” Many fans who follow women’s basketball would be quick to agree. Despite a lack of size, which probably is her only hinderance from a big time college career, Kendig has consistently ranked among the top scorers in the country and should be a bona fide All American candidate in her junior and senior years. Proud Day in Princeton Just five years ago, last March, the Wilkes College wrestling team celebrated its first and only NCAA Division III championship. But, some critics of the Wilkes wrestling program were then quick to say — “How good would Wilkes be competing against the big boys in Division I?" Wilkes bade its farewell to the NCAA Division III just one year I later and with confidence, but no short ranged high expectations, joined the prestigious 16-team | Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA). In the process they jumped up to the NCAA’s Division 1, to become the smallest Division I member, studentwise, in the nation. The Colonels of John Reese didn't place among the top six EIWA teams at the tournament that year (1976). Progress in 1977 and 1978, although considerably improved, was f ar from championship caliber. It was a different story iii 1979, mi John Reesi: ami his Colonels San Lehigh crowd at Princeton's laiestic Jadwin Gymnasium. In the Tnd, the second place Wilkes team I think we proved to everyone that Ve re caPable of wrestling with anyone on Division 1. We came so cW to the EIWA title, but we were not surprised. We will be back next *etltles-The pair joined Weisenfluh, the 167-pound champion in 1976, as Wilkes’ second and third EIWA champions. Sophomore Bryan Billig (126) barely missed making it a threesome, losing a tough 8-6 overtime championship bout. It may have been only a second place team finish but you couldn't tell it from the smiles on John Reese s face at Jadwin that night. After a slow start, the Wilkes wrestling team turned a so-so season into a milestone, winning their final 13 meets to finish the year with a 17-4 log. Some of the Colonel dual victims included Yale Navy, Hofstra, North Carolina, Penn State, and Tennessee. The 17 wins upped John Reese’s 26-year coaching mark at the College to 267-58-7. Only a handfull of college coaches have ever attained the 300-win plateau. o ■ ’HoyoNELS <V'^S iwwfiwaill The "SOUTH RIVER STREET REVIVAL" was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between October 19,1978 and February 12,1979. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Oftice, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. Like concerned uncles and aunts we would be delighted to hear from you again. If any alumni can help us in our search, please drop a line with the addresses of our missing nieces and nephews to the Wjlkes College Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. MISSING ALUMNI Walter R. Dalan, Jr. '67, George Edward Dale '63, Mrs. Carol Okrasinski Dancheck '68, Robert Danchik '66, Richard T. Dando '49, Susan Danforth '67, Pascal Joseph Danilowicz '49, Alfred D. Darte, Jr. ’50, David William David '43, Alan C. Davis '67, Mrs. Cheryl Chupak Davis '68, Daniel Stowe Davis '68, David Samuel Davis '54, Donald E. Davis '63, Mrs. Lillian Brennan Davis '41, Richard P. Davis '59, ayna R. Davis '68, Bart Joseph Davison '54, Arthur Ray Dawe '68, Kathryn Mary Day '67, Mrs. Stella Alexiou Deakos '62, Harold E. Ueboo '62, Sharon Lee DeCinti '70, Mr. & Mrs. Leon J. Decker '52 '55 ( adelyn I.. Malanoski), Robert Lee ueels '66, Rosemary Degavage '70, Mrs. Sally Beth Mason Dehart '52, v»s. Sarah Wermuth Dekker '56, 111 J. Delators '62, Barbara Joan Demko 72, John William Democko '68, Mrs. Vivian Ronan Dempsey '67, Stephen Michael Demyun '66, Jane Mary Denby '61, Mrs. Natalie Barone Deraimondo '57, Richard C. Derhammer '63, Janet Detoma 70, Joseph W. Dettmore 76, John Di Giuseppe '67, Mr. & Mrs. Gordon S. Dilley '44 '46 (Anne M. Donnelly), Mrs. Kathryn Ann Woychick Dobias 72, Mr. & Mrs. David George Dobson 72 73 (Cynthia Homan), Alan Lester Doner '64, Thomas S. Doty '59, Charles J. Dougherty '61, Leo T. Dougherty 71, Neil Robert Dougherty '64, Paul Douglas '50, Mrs. Gerald A. Downing '53, Judith Dressier '50, Cyril Hayes Drexinger '51, Klem Drozdowski '50, George Dudascik, Jr. '64, Paul F. Duddy 40, Thomas M. Dugan '59, Howard L. Duncan '55, Anthony Edward Dwojeski '54, Mrs. Mary E°u E'.ana Dwyer. Judith A. Dwyer 61,1Robert August Dwyer 75, Thomas E. Dwyer ’71 Raymon Manson Eaton 4-, Anthony Eckert'63, Mrs, Josephine A. Guiliani Edmundowicz 48 Christopher Maxwell E war• Henry Hall Edwards, Jr. 66, «>‘‘lda Roger Edwards'60. James Gary Edel '74 '71 (Beverly Buranich), Shirley Marie Ellis '71, Theresa A. Ellis '69, Raoul Elton '56, Mrs. Diane Howell Emershaw '68, Robert A. Engle '56, Mrs. Suzanne Caezza Ennis '68, Susan Epstein '65, Mrs. Linda Hearing Esopi, John J. Evan '50, George Evancho '64, Myron J. Evanich '63, John Charles Evanouskas '49, Mrs. Bonnie Grace Marconi Evans '72, Mrs. Mary Porter Evans '50, David J. Evans '40, Evan G. Evans '66, John Russell Evans '59, Lawrence Henry Evans '77, Mary Dale Evans 75, Mrs. Michelle Evans Pizzini 74, Robert J. Evans '49, Westbrooke Evans '65, Linda Ewing '64 1949 COL EDWARD F. CORCORAN is chief of staff at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. LT. COL. GEORGE SHINALY was recently married to Norma Dube. George has retired from the Air Force Reserve, and the couple is residing in New Britain, Connecticut. 1954 NANCY TAPPER is executive vice president for research at the Center for Social Redesign in Oakland, California. SPRING 1979 17 �Wilkes College Librarian. 1955 rriTruck. R PICTON, vice president ’ot ’’’’lUnck RUSSpment at Wofford College, fordevci P goulh CaroiinaF was a SPnr!?° a national conference by the Council for the ^^"ncement and Support of education (CASE) in Winston-Salem, trying is the biggest part the Revive \ Old Memories and Create ffew Ones This is an open invitation for you to attend Milkes College Alumni Association gatherings when they are scheduled in your area. In recent months, H likes alumni have participated in a variety of informal happenings throughout the East. Here is a montage of scenes highlighting Wilkes alumni in motion at SELINSGROVE (tail-gate party at the Wilkes-Susquehanna football game in November), SCRANTON (a friend-raiser in December), and PRINCETON, N.J. (a mixer at the EIWA wrestling tournament in February). Upcoming social events on the calendar include get-togethers at the Marriott Hotel, Saddlebrook, N.J., April 27; and at the Rutgers Club, New Brunswick, N.J., May 4. We will be looking for you! utal______ tind of its magic carpet with a mine 1958 has been times in our lifehave when we those 1own,i, the ’fun "n heains .. begins .... Surely, there been ANDREW SHAW, JR. has U he Lehman, Pa. native has The Lehman, aiways held a special feeling for entertained fantasies of riding a always ?childrent,_U ’s literature. As a Wilkes magic carpet - a cloud - or why children o College English major she fondly College English majoi P°’’ oven a giant pizza in the skyi of Commerce. remembers Dr. Philio Philip Rizzo’s ' -s Dr. creative writing Idle dreams or hangovers, we /riting classes. classes. “"II enjoyed eiijv,^always managed to safely rebound alli my English courses and feel robERT PITEL is vice president and I 1959 lat I received an excellent that Beverly Major Schwartz ’62 has general manager of the Scanning | to earth. '--—..nd for writing at background for wi also entertained some wild Systems Division of National the College." lommencement, she thoughts on occasion, but has Following c< iducation at the gone an extra step beyond, by Computer Systems, Inc., Edina, Minnesota. Bob and his wife, the committing her fantasies to paper furthered her er --ylvania where University former VERA WROBLE ’58, reside she earnedofanPennsylvania i M.A. in English. She SI and eventually having them with their children in Eden Prairie, soon married C.: Steve -e Schwartz, a published in the form of a 1962 Wilkes graduate, and moved graduate, ar.J ~""e children’s book entitled a suburb of Minneapolis. to Marietta, Ohio where Steve received a teaching appointment at The Magic Pizza. teaching 1960 How c"J ic A son, Bradley John, was born on — got her own taste Marietta College. <izzabeg' n^.th frienos, fnends,’ /Isritinc* _ soon _ September 6,1978, to Carol and flying DCy,,. home pizza one soon got o... _ Friday Cdrtav with W'v'"During the .he ofBeverly the classroom asne, a part-time — “ime Beverly remembers. BASIL SMITH. The family resides faculty member at Marietta. In in Raritan, New Jersey, with their course of the evening thee ,ening «\ addition to teaching a composition conversation wavered on a variety faculty llo additionHie...-to teaching a comH— three other children, Barbara Jean, fation a crazy course, she also fulfilled a longof topics until someone jokingly Bonnie Jane, and Brenda Jill. light was seededJ -" ambition, ’ihition, by developing an mentioned something about" a ‘-‘Mrpri’’s s innovative course in children itioned someiim.y '"uld fly. It was a crazy pizza that could fly. It was a ci literature for education students, 1961 THOMAS C. GODLEWSKI is senior exchange ano id before uefc.. the ' * nir "isecret She has since taught the part-time :ch fr| forr manager of Marketing Research over we had many laughs," laughs,’ ’ course many times, both at -=arbv Parkersburg uldren ’s secret book course many " ":"nand Marietta andJ m,,^, nearby Parkersou.y the Joseph Schlitz Brewing had the Company. Tom resides with his \vife> ;he adds. St Beverly always t Community Now thatCollege. The Magic Pizza is Sue, and daughter, Michelle, in urge write a children - -flying whentothe thoughts of the selling in the bookstores, many pizza returned the following day, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. friends and associates have been she wasted little time in rushing to asking Beverly what she will do for 1963 ixvasb°rIY the typewriter. “The initial draft an encore. "I’m thinking about took only four hours to complete A daughter, Samara Amy, writing a story about a trouble­ on May 15,1978, to Mr. and Mrs. but that was only the first step in maker duck named George," she Leo Gattel. Mrs. Gattel is the former offers. "It will be based on the real the long and unpredictable MYRA SCHWARTZ, and the family life story of a duck raised by our process,” Beverly recalled. "I is residing at 1530 East 8th Street, > two children (Jenny and Chip) forwarded the manuscript to during a vacation one summer at Prentice-Hall, not really expecting 1 Brooklyn, New York. my father’s farm in Lehman." a positive response. Then came She sums up her experiences as the waiting, a letter expressing the 1966 publisher's interest, revisions, and REV. DWIGHT E. GILES, SR. is an author by saying that the .(hodi minister to Sidney United Methc ” st "hardest part of writing a book is more waiting, until finally that to get started but once you do, great day when they informed me j. or.c^' 'ocate<f in the Oneonta that The Magic Pizza was ready to rnrJ1Ct °f Wyoming Annual and you have the luck to get leeVisQ nterence, Delaware County, N.Y. published, it is the greatest f The book deals with aJ°nely be published." boy. Nicky DeBanco, and his older in the world." Rad 1967 est,R?:M-MILLERhad his real friend, Mr. Cavatim, the pizza SP^1979 19 and n n 1180 transferred to Perry maker. When a pizza that Mr. Cavatini is twirling becomes a North Carolina. pioj^rasidentialrealestate �1955 AUentown division ni;|I1,a^i|!' Truck. ofM n PICTON, vice president R°SSE lonment at Wofford College, fordeVti‘°P South Carolina, was a sPa nat a national conference panel's1 a a Council for the "P°ns“rement and Support of Advance^ CAggj ;n Winston-Salem, NorthcTrolina. arTHUR Revive \ Old Memories and Create New Ones 1958 , MEREW SHAW, JR. has been ANDr„H as a “Distinguished Pennsylvanian" by the William Penn Zuttpe of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. ?/7 1959 ROBERT PITEL is vice president and general manager of the Scanning Systems Division of National Computer Systems, Inc., Edina, Minnesota. Bob and his wife, the former VERA WROBLE ’58, reside with their children in Eden Prairie, a suburb of Minneapolis. 1960 A son, Bradley John, was born on September 6,1978, to Carol and BASIL SMITH. The family resides in Raritan, New Jersey, with their three other children, Barbara Jean, Bonnie Jane, and Brenda Jill. ,U» 1961 THOMAS C. GODLEWSKI is senior manager of Marketing Research for the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company. Tom resides with his wife, Sue, and daughter, Michelle, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. 1963 A daughter, Samara Amy, was born on May 15,1978, to Mr. and Mrs. Leo Gattel. Mrs. Gattel is the former MYRA SCHWARTZ, and the family is residing at 1530 East Sth Street, Brooklyn, New York. 1966 REV. DWIGHT E. GILES, SR. is minister to Sidney United Methodist L'hurch, located in the Oneonta 'strict of the Wyoming Annual c°nterence, Delaware County, N.Y. 1967 e^Rr M' MILLER had his real nn in ,onse transferred to Perry iv,1 "tier, Southeast Gallery, 1,H"!Vor'9olorado.1111Q78. Barry millinBt? lis sorvice Soals of $1 J0" rea>dential real estate i r°uuction. try inf fe the biggest part the battD® i Surely, there have been those times in our life when we entertained fantasies of riding a magic carpet — a cloud — or why not, even a giant pizza in the sky! Idle dreams or hangovers, we always managed to safely rebound to earth. Beverly Major Schwartz '62 has also entertained some wild thoughts on occasion, but has gone an extra step beyond, by committing her fantasies to paper and eventually having them published in the form of a children’s book entitled The Magic Pizza. How did the journey of the flying pizza begin? “It all started at home one Friday with friends," Beverly remembers. “During the course of the evening the conversation wavered on a variety of topics until someone jokingly mentioned something about a pizza that could fly. It was a crazy exchange and before the night was over we had many laughs,” she adds. Beverly always had the secret urge to write a children's book and when the thoughts of the flying pizza returned the following day, she wasted little time in rushing to the typewriter. "The initial draft took only four hours to complete but that was only the first step in the long and unpredictable process,” Beverly recalled I forwarded the manuscript to Prentice-Hall, not really expecting a positive response. Then came the waiting, a letter expressing the < “farlev library magic carpet with a mind of its own, the fun begins The Lehman, Pa. native has always held a special feeling for children's literature. As a Wilkes College English major she fondly remembers Dr. Philip Rizzo’s creative writing classes. “I enjoyed all my English courses and feel that I received an excellent background for writing at the College." Following commencement, she furthered her education at the University of Pennsylvania where she earned an M.A. in English. She soon married Steve Schwartz, a 1962 Wilkes graduate, and moved to Marietta, Ohio where Steve received a teaching appointment at Marietta College. Beverly soon got her own taste of the classroom as a part-time faculty member at Marietta. In addition to teaching a composition course, she also fulfilled a longseeded ambition, by developing an innovative course in children's literature for education students. She has since taught the part-time course many times, both at Marietta and nearby Parkersburg Community College. Now that The Magic Pizza is selling in the bookstores, many friends and associates have been asking Beverly what she will do for an encore. '‘I’m thinking about writing a story about a trouble­ maker duck named George, she offers. "It will be based on.the real lite story of a duck ra.sed byour two children (Jenny and Chip) during a vacation one summer at as be published. innelv The book deals with a lonely to qet started but once you do, SSS^smS^-eeiing in the world. SPRING 1979 19 �_ -Chuck Yearly BETTY DOUGHERTY WOOD is a zookeeper with the Ross Park Zoo, Binghamton, New York. WAYNE BILLINGS is supervising sanitarian with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources, in charge of the Stroudsburg office for Pike and Monroe counties. THOMAS CURRY is associated with New Jersey Manufacturers Association, Trenton, New Jersey. KAREN GERSTEIN and Dr. Bruce B. Borgelt were recently married. Karen is employed in the Radiation Therapy Department of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Philadelphia, Pa. 1968 JULIUS F. HARMS graduated from John Marshall Law School, and is licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of Illinois. Julius is also a registered patent agent, and is employed by FMC Corporation in Chicago, as a corporate chemical purchasing agent in the Inorganic Chemical area. He resides in La Grange Park with his wife, the former ZDZISLAWA PACIEJ. MICHAEL SMITH is general manager for the Rochester Film Company, Rochester, New York. Mickey resides with his wife, the former REGINA BELDEN (’67), and their two sons. Timothy and Daniel, at 6 Bromley Road, Pittsford. ELWOOD JOHN WALZER is general counsel for the Ombudsman program for all institutionalized elderly in New Jersey. He resides in Ewing Township with his wife, the former BARBRA KALPIN ’70, and their two sons, Brett and Quincy. 1969 PATRICK J. BURKE is the new owner of the Chuck Robbins Sporting Goods Store in WilkesBarre, after being associated with the firm since 1971. Pat resides with his wife, Mary, and their two children in Dallas, Pa. DAVID A. JONES is associated with the 1st National Bank of Carbondale, Pa. 1970 ANDREA WARGO ROOD received her M.S. degree in biology from Wilkes in 1978. Andrea is a teacher­ demonstrator in energy education at Penn State University. JOHN R. WODRASKA has been appointed deputy executive director of the South Florida Water Management district. His wife, 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY zzezei salt water ecology. thp students take advantage of t Boston Whalers which °Ur are docked at the station. Summer is Pleasant, for the most pa?t and fnr'/h by Jane Manganclla “Sunrise, Sunset, Sunrise, Sunset — Quickly' Go The Years” ... a tune from Fiddler on the Roof? Yes, but the lyrics would also be appropriate for Chuck Yearsley ’71 as he reflects on the last five years of his life. At a spot on the New Jersey coast, between Brigantine and Beach Haven, sits a small outpost of Rutgers University known as the Marine Science Center. It is a field station environmental research area which sits on the site of a former Coast Guard station. For the past five years, this quiet, beautiful place has served as Chuck’s home. “I really like my work at the Center,” Chuck explains. “Sure, it is quiet but far from lonely, i can swim, fish, play tennis, and best of all study, in almost complete solitude. I go to classes on campus but it is here at the Center where I work.” Wilkes College was v/here it all began for Charles Yearsley. His first introduction to the College were “words of praise from a friend of my father who had a son going there,” the Runnemede, N.J. native recalls. “I heard a lot of great things about the biology department and Dr. Charles Reif. That was all the information I needed and I enrolled.” “I have no regrets about making that decision. True, CYNTHIA JACKSON WODRASKA, i, a teacher with the gifted child program in the Jupiter Elementary school system. They reside at 948 Marlin Circle, Jupiter, Florida, with their son, Todd, there was a no-nonsense attitude and we had to work hard, but Dr. Reif and Dr. (Donald) Tappa were always there when we needed help and available for questions and discussions. I still use Dr. Reif as my model, he lives by his convictions and principles, and never preaches anything he doesn’t practice,” Yearsley confides. Chuck graduated from Wilkes with honors and went on to the University of Michigan, where he earned his master’s degree. “It was a fine school,” he reflects, “but not quite me. I guess I was spoiled at Wilkes. There were some 50,000 students at Michigan and it was absolutely impersonal.” When he projected the final portion of his education, he investigated what opportunities might be available at Rutgers University, which was close to his home. He eventually was offered and accepted a research assistantship to work at the newly designated station on the Atlantic coast This outpost - in the months and years to follow - would become his year-round home. The white cluster of buildings where Chuck lives is located at the end of a causeway that can only be reached by traveling seven miles on the Bridges Road. The closest community is Tuckerton where food and supplies may be purchased and a place “where you can see a movie or obtain a drink if you feel the need for a diversion.” The seasons each have their distinct pluses and minuses. Winter, for example, spells real isolation but it provides the opportunity to do some indepth research and “get your head together.” Once in a while, the pipes freeze or the Power may go out, but if things ®a"y get bad, you can always ave the station and return when the crisis is over. scenUem?tehrpreSentSadifferent YparstWlnter’ "F°r °ne thin9.” Yearsley says with a smile winter doesn’t have green­ head flys or mosquitos, or 12 guys who snore, and all sleeping in the same place." Some of Chuck’s duties at the station include making daily trips to the inlets, marshes, and nearby islands that surround the station and take samples of the water and marine and plant life. “This is really what life at the station is all about,” says Yearsley. “Our mission is to try to preserve the salt marshes as a natural environment and maintain it as a food source for marine life.” There is plenty of discussion circulating which would take the marshes and use them for land development and housing. Much of what the biologists find in their research at the station will have a great bearing on the final outcome of this expected confrontation. Yearsley is presently completing his thesis and expects to have his doctorate soon. For the future he would like to teach at a small college “like Wilkes” and continue with his research in marine biology. “These last five years have gone by so quickly. I have enjoyed my life at the station. I am going to miss it, but I m looking forward to what comes next.” work n hem’t0 studyand ^rk on research projects in Orkon YOUNG, are residing in Mission PoSAG.NER recently accepted a Californi 1 hLDeft,lnc’ of IrvineWith th B’ "’}lcre de is involved andhiswShtif8ofpainLHe vlIe> the former BARBARA born •y th'n9S t0 be sai’d Plenty of ?hn9S StUdentS’ 1971 CLAIRE E. GODLEWSKI Ims bnun promoted to executive malinger of Bradleg Department Store in Stratford, Connecticut, and resides in Woodmount. 6 «nSeplemb(lLG;aQB7DH^ Viejo. WILLIAM R-LAZOR is a partner with the accounting firm of Baron- Strassman and Company, Barre. 1972 ^ScBlHRrreiVedam-‘-’s Hahnemann Me^icalcKg^d™ AmpSrUCCeS:fullyPas^dthe S'S ’SParticipating in research on the Philadelphia, Pa. NORA CORCORAN STRICKLAND is a school teacher in West Germany, where she resides with her husband, Steven. LT. JOANNE S. SCHOONOVER graduated from the U.S. Air Force aircraft maintenance officer course at Chanute AFB, Illinois. Joanne has been assigned to Norton AFB, California, for duty with a unit of the Air Training Command. CLARK J. HAMMAN is director of the Lehigh University Marching Band. RON RITTENMEYER has been promoted to distribution manager for the new Charlotte, North Carolina plant of Frito-Lay. Ron resides with his wife, Hedy, and son, Christopher, in the Charlotte area. A son, Steven Andrew, was born on October 19,1978, to Victor and CATHY CHANDLER OLIVEIRA. The couple has another child, Caitlin, and the family resides in Repentigny, P.Q., Canada. A son, Michael Lawrence, was born on September 19,1978, to Lawrence and JUDITH KOLE SCHREIBER. Judy graduated from the University of Pennsylvania , School of Nursing with a master s degree in science, and is an assistant professor with the nursing program at Wilkes. A daughter, Martha Lynn, was born on May 9,1978, to Deborah and THOMAS YENCHA. Tom is employed at the Naval Surface Weapons Lab in Dahlgren, - Virginia, and the family resides in Fredericksburg. SMITH Cyrus teaches English and SN5T^in the Wyoming Valley S?&USd,.olW<».w. SPRING 1979 21 �1975 , vnNDEK is a co-pilot A daughter, Monica Lynn, was born on November 12,1978, to Mark and CAROLYN KRESGE ERMAN. Carolyn will complete her master s degree in music in June from California State University. She completed active service with the Air Force in July, 1977, and now holds the grade of Captain in a Reserve detachment at March Air Force Base. The couple resides in Riverside, California. 1973 THERESA A. GODLEWSKI is Chief Cytotechnologist at Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg. Pa., where she resides. A son Robert Allen, was born on October 30.1978,r7TThe VALERIE AIELLO ATKO ( 74). family resides in Gastonia, North Carolina, where Bob is general manager of Superior Stainless Steel Products, Inc. 1974 MARSHALL KORNBLATT has been appointed data processing manager of United Gilsonite Laboratories, Scranton, Pa. JAMES B. GODLEWSKI received his master's degree in elementary Success in Steady Steps by Afar? Ellen Ah When he first heard the words "live your life to the fulest.” J. Glenn Gooch '48 must have taken them to heart. For in the years following his graduation from Wilkes College, he has worked his way up the ladder of success from accountant to president and chief executive officer of Pennsylvania Enterprises. Inc. (PEI) and the Pennsylvania Gas a-: Water Company (PG&V. . PEI is a holding company of regulated and non-reguiated companies. PG&W is a major subsidiary and is a gas and water operating utility se~ ng 11 counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania, it has assets of S235.000.000. revenues of S111.000.000 and serves 235.000 gas and water accounts v. th 1000 employees. Obviously successful. G'enn is a community-oriented ndi..dua who seems to utilize his time fu . and constructively. The climb in the company moved him through the ranks of branch cilice manager, audit:', head of ths Data Processing DepariTent. head of the General Accounting Department, assistant controller, and control’er. in 1971. he advanced to vice president, finance and treasurer; in 1974. he was elected to the board of directors anc in 1977. was named senior vice president. "Fate and circumstance have a lot to do with the way things work Out says Gooch modestly. "A lot of good people sometimes don 't have the opportunity or training to succeed to higher pc: ■ ons. That's where hard work, initiative. and education fit in — the three mam ingredients which Glenn says lead to success. "No matter how much they may disdain their present work, I tell my people to do the best they can possibly do. They can't advance unless they're doing a good job where they're at." 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Glenn started the four-year curriculum at Wilkes in February. 1946. and completed the graduation requirements two years and four months later. Why not take the four years to finish? "I was catching up for lost time." says Glenn, who nad been in the sen ice prior to enrollment. During World War II, Glenn served as chief operations and air traffic centre ler for the Air Transport Command in Greenland and at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. Even while in college. Glenn displayed his drive. He was the first recipient of the annual Dobson Accounting Award Key, served as the first president of the Accounting Club, or Accounting Forum as it was called then. In 1974. he earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Wilkes and has also attended courses ano seminars at other institutions to further his expertise in management, accounting, data processing, and finance. In hi: newly elected position with PEI and PGC'W, Glenn manages the tolal enterprise including the settling of policies education from Wilkes in 1978. Jjm : a teacher and coach with the Lake8 Wallenpaupak School District. He ' resides in Tafton, Pa., and has been accepted into the Ph.D, program at Lehigh University. DR. BARRY WARNER and Evelyn Spruce were recently married. Barry is a resident in internal medicine at Harrisburg Hospital, and the couple resides in Camp Hill, Pa. JEAN VADEBONCOEUR and Barry Anspach were recently married. Jean is an elementary music teacher in Denver, Colorado, where the couple is residing. and the establishment of goals. The job — demanding, as he puts in 10 to 11 hours a day, working Saturdays, and often, three or four nights a week. But, he has gained satisfaction from his accomplishments and from achieving his position. As head of a public utility, Glenn considers it part of his responsibility to participate in community endeavors. He has served as director, treasurer, and vice president of the Wilkes-Barre Jaycees, during which time he was named '‘The Outstanding Jaycee of the Year'' and received an award for the chairmanship of an outstanding project which established funds for Wilkes and King's Colleges. He has also participated in various civic activities including those for Industrial Funds, United Way, and Wilkes College. Currently, Glenn serves as a member of the Finance and Endowment Committees as a director of United Way, and as a member of the executive committees and the boards of both the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Chambers of Commerce. “The community needs and expects help,1' says Glenn. "If we as company heads can make the community better, we make it better for our customers and employees. Making the community better makes companies better and vice versa." A likable man, Glenn feels big business must strive to do the best possible job with due consideration to the public, employees, and stockholders. "A fair balance is needed for all three.'' Glenn is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Gooch of Hanover Township, Pa. A resident of Kingston, he is married to the former Bette Miller of Lee Park. They have one son, Bradley, who attends Columbia University Graduate School and is pursuing studies for a doctorale in philosophy. an ,d LOUIS V recent n ith Graham s rAuXcoCny-WilkesOffice SdPPy couple resides at Barre. Her Avenue, Kingston, Pa. 632 v C ATHERINE BEHM and MAR 1 C Thomas Manganiello Airman ntlv married. The couple Califorma. A daughter. ^arie, was born Raymond and residing in Wilkes-Barre P James and LINDA KERN DESSOYF announce the birth of a daughter Jillian, on September 22 197R Un 1 is a substitute teacheraithe 1 dlla Pittston Area Elementary School and the family resides in Dupont Pa r°DTBuMARGA8ETBEll ' CK1SPELL announce the birth of a son, Loren, III, on September 5 1978. Margaret is an administrative assistant in Public Relations for Penn State University. 1977 1976 CATHERINE ROCCOGRANDI is an ■ tmrtor in drama and English at XX Valley West High School. Kathy has been appointed to direct the school’s annual musical production “South Pacific , which will be presented in April. ANN ZINI COFFEY is Registrar for the University of Maryland’s European division branch at St. Mawgan, Cornwall, England, where she resides with her husband, Patrick. JANICE R. COHEN has been named assistant to the State Chairman of Young Republicans of New Jersey. MARYROSE BENDIK BURLINGTON is in charge of the afternoon program at a day-care nursery school in Clinton, Connecticut, where she is residing with her husband, Tom. VILMA SCHIFANO was awarded a Fellowship to Marywood College and is a full-time graduate student, while working in the Marywood ^onege Department of Public h!rV4Ce;Vilma h°Pes t0 complete in V u^es the M.P. A. program ln August, 1979. dInntAWRENCE stAHLER is a cnm ‘y®lssile combat crew APR e nc,' assigned to Ellsworth the ^°,Uth.Dakota. with a unit of KAPnrteglC Air Command. SUpp°nx,NA «AHN and CHARLES Kiirolinn WG>ro recently married, school t , Chuck are elementary VallBV,ers with the Wyoming is alSoyH^est ^hool District. Chuck JAMES SHOTWELL, assistant vice president with the Mortgage Department at First Eastern Bank, recently conducted a seminar on ' equipment leasing for members of the Northeastern Chapter, Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants. LAURA ROLLMAN was selected as the 1979 Youth Ambassador for the Wyoming Valley Chapter of Credit Unions. Laura is employed as a clerk in the Controller’s Office at WilkesBarre City Hall, and is a member of the Wilkes-Barre City Employees Credit Union. BRUCE LEAR has been appointed a part-time assistant coach at Lafayette College. KAREN KUCHINSKAS and Peter Kaminski were recently married. Karen is employed at the Garfield Duncan Research Foundation, Philadelphia, Pa., where the couple is residing. MARIA LEANDRI was recently wed to Robert Yonki. Maria is employed by Insalaco’s Supermarkets, and the couple is residing in West Pittston. EVELYN LABENSKI and Stephen Czapla were recently married. Evelyn is employed by p°mer,0^in the Wyoming Valley Mall, and the couple resides in Kingston, Pa. MICHAEL JAROUN was recent y -at?oVE;Tsco'Eawo^aS ” FSaF USA WAZNIK and John Andreiko were married on November11X8 Usa is a program specialist for the Monroe County Recreation and yarks Commission, and the couple is residing in Henryville, Pa. RICHARD VAVERKA is a music e ucation teacher in the Baltimore County Public Schools, and he resides at 4 Honeybee Court, Cockeysville, Maryland. BARBARA PLACEK has been appointed director of program development at Valley Crest, Luzerne County Institution District in Wilkes-Barre. JAMES RUCK teaches special education and vocal music in the Henry B. Milnes Elementary School in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. DONNA PATRIZI and Kim Dyzlewski were wed recently. Donna is employed at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. ANNETTE McINTYRE was recently married to Lt. Edward Finn, and the couple is residing in Pensacola, Florida. vJ memoriam Coughlin High School graduate, mnprioey^ed0b^yei^arrotaPiami^nsa^ Heating, Nanticoke, Pa., where the Julia bowalick and RUSSEL Sacred Hospital Center, and R is a staff accountant at the Pennsylvania P^uJtown. The couple jerry and Joel. 0 SPRING 1979 23 �■ . ........................................................................... Bera Asjjbj uappoqs «i The Wilkes College Alumni fiss©eia«i®si is filfe1 im ALUMNI SUMMER COLLEGE ALUMNI SPRING WEEKEND May 18. 19. and 20 MAY 18 (on campus) (Friday Evening) Informal Social at the Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House First Session — June 29, 30, and July 1 (Saturday) MAY 19 Tennis and Golf Tournaments, Shopping Trip. Fine Arts Fiesta, Seminars, Campus Tours (Saturday evening) Dance (Sunday) MAY 20 Commencement at Ralston Field (Sunday evening) Traditional Alumni Graduation Party Second Session — July 27, 28, and 29 For Alumni. Spouses, and Friends, the Seminar Program will include topics in: CPR, Opera, Ornithology. Personal Communication, Broadway, and Proposition 13. For Children there will be Dance, Drama, Macrame, and Culinary Arts. Plus plenty of Family Activities. ALUMNI COLLEGE VISITATION PROGRAM Wilkes College is part of a select group of small colleges throughout the United States which can now offer you a unique summer experience on their beautiful campuses. Member­ ship in the program is available to Wilkes College alumni and to your family, or if single, to you with the option of one traveling guest. Included in the program are meals, accommoda­ tions, and use of facilities. Further information on these three unique Alumni experiences will be forthcoming under separate cover. WUkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Spring 1979 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Spring 1979 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0c7db51639f091748585f41b3884f0d5.pdf 8f74f53c9c91c577c94a1c540688111f PDF Text Text WLKE6 COLLEGE FRLL1979 SJMtTEIlpr r* it ■J y< LV M _ Cmb| _ F 2 Lt i! J -• 'K k 1 i ■ �Reasons Greetings Meaning is something you build into your life, You build it out of your own past, Out of your affections and your loyalties, Out of the experience of mankind as it is passed on to you. Out of your own talent and understanding, Out of the things you believe in, Out of the things and people you love, Out of the values for which you are willing to sacrifice. The ingredients are there. You are the only one who can put them together, into that Unique pattern, that will be your life. Let it be a life that has dignity and meaning for you. If it does, then the particular balance of success Or failure is of less account. John W. Gardner WILkEd COLLEGE FRILL W7R Volume 3, Number 2 CM editor George G. Pawlush '69 associate editor Jane Manganella editorial staff Eddie White III '80 Vesta Breakstone Betsy Bell Condron Edward Van Buren '80 Rosemary McMahon '80 Margaret Scholl '81 Cindy Ercolani '81 ON THE COVER: Homecoming annually signals the return of young and old graduates to campus. One of the highlights of the recent 32nd Annual Homecoming, and hopefully the beginning of a new tradition, was the first homecoming parade. The parade route started from the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts and traveled to Ralston Field by way of WilkesBarre’s Public Square. Leading the 24-unit procession and featured on this issue of the QUARTERLY are none other than George Ralston and Art Hoover. Both gentlemen have participated in numerous homecomings during their long and celebrated tenures at Wilkes College. The cover photo was taken by QUARTERLY Photography Editor Arthur S. Miller. A complete pictoral presentation of the 32nd Annual Homecoming will appear in the Winter issue of the QUARTERLY. contributing staff Dr. Olivia Ayres Noreen Corbett '79 William Lewis '80 editorial advisor Psychology-. The Growing Science by Noreen Corbett '79 Dr. Richard T. Rees '62 Married Women & Careers: Breadwinner or Breadmaker? art director by Dr. Olivia C. Ayres Jon Schaffer LIBBY AND BOB CAPIN photography editor Arthurs. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO Caution: Bureaucracy Ahead By Dr. Richard T. Rees '62 contributing photographers Robert Gaetano '80 Tanya Hallez '67 circulation manager "A Living Landmark — The Story of Conyngham Hall" by William V. Lewis Jr. '80 Tanya Hallez '67 5 8 10 12 Writing Made Easy by Cindy Ercolani'81 The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. An Introduction to Planned Giving by Betsy Bell Condron Chronicle — 4 Faculty Abstract — 7 Gallery — 14 Sports U pdate — 16 South River St. Revival — 17 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Louis Shaffer. Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling. Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz. Treasurer James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby, M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Henry M. Curry. 3rd Mrs. Stanley Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner, Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Joseph J. Pinola '49 Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 William Sword E. Arthur Trabant. Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Roberts. Capin '50 �degree from Brown University. While a student at Brown, he was chief editor of "The Providence Review," a literary monthly, and was very active in the Brown University theater. colI©/ge@Ihig®iaM® rm - -' DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS SEMINAR Over 100 engineers and executive personnel from various telephone companies throughout the nation and other professionals interested in learning the latest developments in the telecommunications field participated in a conference on campus in September entitled “Digital Communications — Present and Future Applications." Responsible for the success of the event were Dr. Umid Nejib, chairman of the Wilkes College Department of Engineering, Engineering faculty and students, and Dr. Thomas F. Kelly, who was chairman of the planning committee. The seminar is expected to be conducted on annual basis. Presidents and chief engineers from telephone companies from 13 states, as far away as Florida, Arkansas, and California, attended the three-day proceedings. Seminar speakers and topics included: Alan Walker, Farinon Electric, DIGITAL MICROWAVE TRANSMISSION; Jim Bylander, 3 M, COAXIAL CABLE TRANS­ MISSION; Dr. Rick Jones, Harris Government Information Systems FIBER OPTIC SYSTEMS: Barry ’ Eckhart, Northern Telecom, DIGITAL SWITCHING SYSTEMS; 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY John Bull, TRW Vidar, REMOTE SUBSCRIBER UNITS; Neal Novak, Stromberg-Carlson, CENTRAL PROCESSORS; Jeff Adams, Commonwealth Telephone Company, DIGITAL SYSTEMS PLANNING; Don Wheeler, ITT, CUSTOMER-MANUFACTURER RELATIONS: and Dr. Edmund Howie, NASA, DIGITAL IMPLEMENTATION. According to Dr. Nejib, “Many independent telephone companies, serving rural areas, are now faced with the need to expand their facilities to serve corporations and communities which are developing in rural regions throughout the nation. At the same time the tech­ nology of the industry is changing from one which employs electro­ mechanical switching and transmission devices to that which uses the new digital switching and transmission systems. The expertise of the Wilkes College Engineering faculty and the engineering depart­ ment of Commonwealth Telephone Company can be helpful to firms at this time.” Shown at the banquet which highlighted the event are, from left: Dr. Nejib: Joseph Siedlarz, vice president-Network Planning with the Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania, the keynote speaker; Wilkes President Robert S. Capin; William Umphred, a member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees and president of the Commonwealth Telephone Company, and Dr. Kelly. WRITER IN RESIDENCE Mark Halladay, short story writer and poet, is serving as Wilkes College’s “Writer in Residence" during the Fall semester. The “Writer-in-Residence" Program allows the visit of a distinguished American writer to the campus annually for one semester. In addition to teaching a creative writing course on Monday evenings, Halladay will be available for consultation with the students and the community. He will conduct a reading of his works later in the semester. Previous “Writers in Residence” at the College have included Hugh Seidman, poet; Laura Furman, fiction writer; Jon Lipsky, play­ wright; and Beatrice Hawley, poet. The program is funded in part by a special endowment created by the late Dorothy Dickson Darte in memory of her father, Allan Hamilton Dickson, to encourage enlightened teaching, extended scholarship, and creative writing in the field of literature. Halladay, a native of Ann Arbor, Michigan, has had stories published in "The New Yorker,” "North „ American Review,” "Confrontation, and “American Heritage.” In addition, he has published more than 70 poems in fifty periodicals „ including “New American Review, „ "Poetry Northwest,” “Ploughshares, “Western Humanities Review, an “Carleton Miscellany.” Halladay has also written two full-length play­ scripts for the Rhode Island Feminist Theatre, and lour as-yetunpublished novels. Halladay holds a B.A. and M.A. COMMUNICATION STUDIES Wilkes College has received a $4500 grant from the Association of American College’s “Project Quill" in support of Wilkes College's senior seminar program entitled "Communications in an Open Society.” The senior seminar will be an important component of the College’s new major in Communica­ tion Studies. According to Dr. Thomas N. Kaska, chairman of the Department of Language and Literature, the new major is strongly centered in the liberal arts, requiring over one hundred credit hours in traditional liberal subjects. "Communications in an Open Society” is designed to focus all that the student has learned in his professional and liberal subjects upon the significance of communica­ tions in our society. The seminar will explore the ethical and legal implications of mass communication and the problems of persuasion and propaganda. The seminar will be offered for the first time in the Fall semester of 1980. "Project Quill" is made possible by a substantial grant from the Ford Foundation. Funds are available to colleges and universities toward the support of creative efforts in enhancing liberal learning. The projects fall under three themes — (1) helping cross boundaries between or among the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences; (2) strengthening the liberal learning component of continuing education; and (3) helping integrate liberal learning with career and professional education. The major in Communication Studies at Wilkes will provide a broad background in the liberal arts as well as in communication. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in such diverse fields as reporting, public relations, broadcasting, business, and teaching. Students may choose concentra­ tions in speech, communication theory, organizational communica­ tion, journalism, or broadcasting. Each of these consists of a block of related courses totaling 15 credit hours, except for broadcasting, for which the total is 18 credit hours. CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES The Wilkes College Concert and Lecture Series will once again offer a full schedule of programs for the 1979-80 season. All performances begin at 8 p.m. and are held at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. Both campus and community are invited free of charge. “The Magic of Broadway,” a combination of great songs from the world of Broadway and a touch of magic, will be presented on Wednesday, November 14. On Wednesday, February 27, Malcolm Forbes, Jr., Senior Editor of Forbes Magazine, will give his views on the contemporary business world today. Mr. Forbes is also founding editor of Business Today, a Princeton quarterly publication designed for students. The Rod Rogers Dance Company will perform on Tuesday, March 18. This predominately black dance group will offer a diversified program of dance ranging from modern to ritual. On Tuesday, March 25, a dynamic young group, The Alpha Omega Players, will present a melodrama, which will give the audience a chance to cheer the hero and hiss the villain as the plot unfolds. The final performance of the series will be given by The Chestnut Brass on Wednesday, April 9. This versatile quintet has a repertoire THE ALUMNI CONNECTION Utilizing a bank of telephones at the Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House, alumni and student volunteers raised over 513,000 during a four-day period in September to bring the alumni contribution in the "Alpha” Campaign past the 5300,000 mark. Shown at one of the four nightly sessions are recent alumni, from left: Tina Falcone Stehle '78, Jim Stehle '77, Karen Klucitas '79, and Barry Harcharufka '78. ranging from traditional to avantgarde twentieth century works. ADMISSIONS PICTURE BRIGHT While many colleges and universities throughout the nation are experiencing difficulties with dropping enrollments, the picture at Wilkes College appears bright with 580 freshmen enrolled for the Fall semester. According to Dr. Gerald K. Wuori, dean of admissions, the 1979 figure for the Class of 1983 represents a 22 percent increase over the size of last year's freshman class. Another healthy sign is the overall full-time enrollment reported over 2000 students. Dr. Wuori notes that 75 percent of the freshman students ranked in the upper two-fifths of their high school class. Other statistics reveal that 48 percent of the students hail from Luzerne County. The Admissions Office will expand its aggressive recruiting program this year with more than 500 high schools set for visitation. For the first time, the Wilkes College Admissions Office will expand its efforts to a significant degree in the New England region. Another source of optimism is the unveiling of the Alumni Referral Program (ARP). The program, highlighted in the Summer issue of the Quarterly, seeks to have alumni become active in the recruiting process. The six areas covered by the telephone blitz included New England, Upstate New York, Lower Tier New York, Harrisburg/ Lancaster/York, Lehigh Valley, and Greater Pittsburgh. Another alumni telephone campaign, aimed at contacting alumni in the Greater Wilkes-Barre Area, is scheduled for February. With one year remaining on the three-year drive, the "Alpha” Campaign has realized 52.1 million of its $2.4 million goal. q FALL 1979 5 �psychology has much freedom in designing a program suited to his or her own interest within <4 The • • Growing Science by Noreen Corbett '79 A science is defined as the "observation, identification, description, experimental investigation and theoretical explanation of natural phenomena." Taking this definition and applying it to the natural processes and behavior of human beings leads to the evergrowing field of psychology. According to Dr. Robert C. Riley, chairman of the Wilkes College Psychology Department, the discipline is concerned with maintaining a high quality curriculum. This is basically little different from technical sciences in that it too must vacilate to survive from day to day. Dr. Riley notes that a student majoring in 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY the field. "We have long felt that undergraduate training in psychology should not be specialized." he reflects. "We are not training individuals to be clinical psychologists, industrial psychologists, or a psychologist of any other area." He emphasizes that Wilkes College provides a strong background or foundation in general psychology. This foundation includes several free electives which will allow the student to go beyond the basic background for psychology and to prepare for the particular road that he or she has selected. For example, students may select courses which may make their entrance to graduate school much easier; or they may elect courses and internships which will enable them to consider psychology related career opportunities. Dr. Riley mentions that the Wilkes College Psychology Department was one of the first departments in the area to allow students the opportunity to “intern in various mental health units, day-care centers, and hospitals. This provides the student with the opportunity to obtain invaluable practical experience while earning credits as well." In reference to the two basic objectives of the psychology curriculum at the College Dr Riley feels that "we have a good solid balance between the two with considerable latitude and ’ freedom for the student.” This point is evidenced in the high percentage of students who were nmrtCeStS Ul In bein9 admi"ed to graduate schools and also thos* received j0bs as a result their internships. ° rea^iv uSyCh0l09y DePartment «™«^no'lgchan9l"s e«°ZT"eou( -as?;®- note that other than the basic introductory course, the only other course required of majors ■ Research Design, which further 'S indicates the program's flexibility He continues: ’’We have an existing core of psychology courses which is adaptable to allow us to cover innovative developments in the field. The College generally has changed the curriculum for us. The Topics courses permit us to explore areas not previously covered in the curriculum such as psycholinguistics, sexual development, behavior modification, cognition, and parenting, to name only a few." The psychology faculty members do not limit their talents to classroom teaching. They are frequently called upon to deliver talks, to take part in career days, and to participate in continuing education programs. Members of the department also sit on a number of boards including the Mental Health/Mental Retardation and Drug and Alcohol Council. Other normal functions of the faculty include the publication of articles and papers, acting as consultants, collecting data, administering questionnaires, and obtaining random samples of behavior for analysis. Dr. Riley also notes with interest that Dr. Carl Charnetski, a faculty member and Wilkes College graduate, is also involved with the Health Science Office, where he is conducting statistical work and analysis of a psychological nature. Also, Dr. James Truckenmiller, another faculty member, traveled to Peru this summer to present a paper on predicting juvenile delinquency. Also he is deeply involved with conducting crosscultural personality research to determine whether or not people in different cultures see each other in the same way. The dedication of the psychology faculty members is obvious and their accomplishments and involvement are lengthy — a positive sign for anyone seriously considering psychology as a major. THE WILKES college connection FOR24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 by Ed Van Buren '80 Thirty-one years ago Welton Farrar joined the Wilkes College Commerce and Finance Department faculty. His first classes were comprised of what he terms “highly motivated" World War II veterans. Now, after years of observation, Farrar has found a reminder of those early classes. "The current genera­ tion of students is quite strongly motivated in terms of career goals,” he reveals.” Students are almost forced to be career oriented now, since most owe money when they graduate.” Farrar is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania where he received a degree in Social Studies. Continuing his education at the Philadelphia institution, he earned his master’s degree in Economics. The Massachusetts native and his wife, Esther, are the parents of four children, three of whom attended Wilkes, whereas the fourth matriculated at Texas Christian University. In addition to his teaching responsibilities at the College, Farrar serves as educational director for the Northeastern Pennsylvania Institute for Financial Education, which offers a training course for employees of various savings and loan associations. His years of experience at Wilkes have provided the popular economics professor with a qualified impression of the directions the College has taken and the directions that it will take in the future. Any problems facing Wilkes College now seem insignificant when compared to the Korean War period, recalls Farrar. "Wilkes was relatively a young four-year college. Compulsory draft had brought the enrollment down to the 600 student level. Fortunately, President Eugene S. Farley had the toughness necessary to keep the College above board. Luckily, the war ended and Wilkes survived.” Now, he is assured that the College can survive on its own and operate at a surplus through the 1980's. He points to the fact that Wilkes College is one of the few institutions of higher learning still operating in the black. "One important asset that will help Wilkes survive,” he says, "is sound fiscal management.” Farrar feels that the current College administra­ tion is evidence of the positive step being taken in this direction. Farrar’s optimism is in part due to the generosity of the community toward Wilkes. He notes that each year he is amazed at the efforts of the College’s annual fund raising drive. “Without that source of revenue and the support of the community Wilkes College could not exist,” he adds. Still, Farrar feels that there are ways in which the College can insure its future stability. He believes that the successful colleges of the future will be the ones that are most adaptable to the career orientation displayed by the students. In addition, he believes that the College must build a stronger endowment. This must be accomplished through improved alumni support. Farrar points out that since Wilkes has been in existence for only a short time, its alumni are relatively young and therefore greatly affected by cost of living pressures, pressures that limit large donations. Alumni giving patterns should improve as their life styles and responsibility change. Wilkes College also owes its success to its ability to retain quality faculty members. This will become more important in the future as the faculty' provides the life and blood of the institution. For over three decades Welton Farrar has personified the image of a quality educator, dedicated to commitment and excellence toward the advancement of higher education, q Plan NOW!! for Wilkes College Annual Alumni HOMECOMING Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. FALL 1979 7 �by Dr. Olivia C. Ayres In a well known T.V. perfume ad. a sensuous young woman dances across the tube singing, I can bring home the bacon Fry it up in a pan And never, never let you forget you’re a man ’Cause I’m a woman. Not too long ago, Iranian women protested when religious leaders said that women should again wear the “chador.” It seemed to the women that they were losing their freedom just when they had gained it. In contrast, American women of this decade, in particular married women, seem to have the option of wearing as many costumes, assuming as many roles as they choose. Like the woman in the perfume ad, the American woman can dance through her day as professional, homemaker, and wife. Societal traditions or prejudices rarely prevent a woman from pursuing a career if she wants to: it is no longer always assumed that the husband will be the sole breadwinner, and married women are taking advantage of this freedom by working either to augment their husbands’ salaries or to find satisfaction that is elusive to them in the home. It would seem that the married career woman has achieved the ideal: to do all and to be all. Finally, the myth that Betty Friedan termed the “feminine mystique” has dissipated. Still, all is not well. Few women, or few people for that matter, can work eight to ten hours a day on the job and five more hours at home in the evening without collapsing, mentally and physically. Simultaneously managing a career and a home is a mammoth task, yet many women do it. In many ways, bearing the burden of both breadwinning and breadmaking seems to be the price that many women pay for their freedom, their rights to choose their roles and pursue their goals. As women accept this burden, usually without question, it appears that the myth of the “feminine mystique” has been replaced by another myth equally false and equally confining as its predecessor: the myth of the “wonder woman.” For various reasons, many of them economic, the days of the 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY uUo/i/tierf QUomen Cafiee/ts: ■w 1 BREADWINNER OR BREADMAKER? e passive homemaker are gone. A decade ago, the existence of most women inspired a chorus of outrage, the chords of which are vibrating even now. One of the first voices in the 60s that women and the rest of society listened to was Betty Friedan, who, in The Feminine Mystique, outlined women’s first struggle for the vote and other legal rights and also outlined, despairingly, 20th Centi Jury women s regressions into passive acceptance of confining roles. Women of the 40’s, 50’s, and 6Q, she claimed, were surrounded ' protected by what she termed th “feminine mystique": " ‘ The feminine mystique says thnl the highest value and the on/v commitment for women is th fulfillment of their own e femininity ... It says this feminity is so mysterious and intuitive and close to the creation and origin of life that man-made science may never be able to understand it. But however special and different it is in no way inferior to the nature of man; it may even in certain respects be superior. The mistake, says the mystique the root of women’s troubles in’ the past is that women envied men, women tried to be like men, instead of accepting their own nature, which can find fulfillment only in sexual passivity, male domination, and nurturing maternal love.1 In short, according to Friedan, women were placed on pedestals, protected from the ills of the world “out there.” Women “had it made.” Why would they desire more? Yet for this protection, women had to sacrifice their intellectual and spiritual growth. The workaday world demands much of its participants, but by facing these demands, and by succeeding, or even failing, one grows. Women were considered unable to cope with more than their little worlds. Women that wanted, needed, something “out there” were considered freaks and were ultimately forced to adjust to the only roles appropriate for the female — wife and mother. It was not the roles one objected to, but the limited alternatives. Today, a woman chooses freely. She is not scorned if she chooses a profession and neither is she scorned if she chooses to remain in the home, once the case at the height of the 70’s feminist movement. According to statistics compiled by the U.S. Department of Labor and Commerce, 42% of the U.S. work force is women. As of March 1979, in 6 out of 10 husband-wife families, both partners held paying jobs. As of May 1979, 49.4% of women workers were 'Belty Friedan. The Feminine Mr"11’””, pp 39-40 married and 51% of mothers with children under 18 worked outside the home. Career women, of course, have little reason for complacency because, even though almost half the work force is women, 80% of working women are in the less prestigious, less power-wielding, and lesser paying clerical, sales, service, and factory jobs; and because for every one dollar men earn, women earn 58.9‘. Yet these statistics are not used as the basis for an hysterical tirade on the injustices of wage discrepancies. The statistics reveal the logical state of things: women are new to the professions and to industry, and women in general are inexperienced. As women gain time, they will progress in their careers. Hopefully, no niche is reserved in a high place for a woman simply because she is a woman. Such “tokenism” is not only spiritually intolerable; it is also socially and economically debilitating. One set of statistics that I find more disturbing than those revealing the wage discrepancy is the statistics compiled in a Harvard based Project on Human Sexual Development. In a survey of 1,400 working husbands and working wives, the researchers found that in less than 3% of the households, the husband did most of the housework; in 12% of the households, husband andwife shared the housework; whereas in 85% of the households, the wife did most of the housework. Housework in this context means maintaining the order and efficient running of the household, not “puttering around” and doing an odd chore here or there. The abstract statistics can be translated into a vivid picture of a working wife’s day to day life. During the week, in 85% of the households in which both husband and wife work, the wife wakes early, prepares breakfast, washes the breakfast dishes, makes the beds, straightens the house a bit, and finally dresses for work. If the woman is also a mother, she rises earlier in order to prepare a larger breakfast, dress the children, and drop them at school or at the day care center on her way to work. Usually on her lunch hour, the wife will run errands or shop for whatever items she may need for dinner that evening (heaven forbid that she has forgotten to take something out of the freezer that morning for the evening meal). After work, the woman immediately begins to cook the evening meal, set the table, and, afterward, wash the dishes. Most conscientious wives and mothers will not, at this point, plop down in front of the T.V. for the rest of the evening. The woman must attend to certain chores in the evenings if the household is to run smoothly during the work week: laundry must be done to replenish those needed playclothes and underwear; mending must be done when the only pair of good work pants rips; the bathroom must be cleaned to ward off those creepy crawlers that tend to accumulate in a very short time; and the list goes on, some lists being longer than others depending on the amount of energy the woman possesses at the end of the day. Most working wives and mothers reserve the bulk of the housecleaning for the weekend: the vacuuming, dusting, floorscrubbing, heavy duty laundry, window washing, refrigerator and oven cleaning, changing of bed linen, and grocery shopping. More industrious women also bake, sew their children’s clothes, shampoo rugs or clean drapes. An outline of the tasks that the working woman accomplishes or attempts to accomplish during her week does not mean to imply that the husband is idle. The husband, too, has chores: fixing the dripping faucet, painting the eaves, mowing the lawn, raking, cleaning the garage, washing the cars, for example. Yet, in addition to maintaining order in the home, the woman usually has extra chores similar to her husband’s: gardening, canning, refinishing furniture, painting, wallpapering. In fact, many women work along side their husbands mowing lawns or washing the cars. The point is that the woman alone, in 85% of the households, is responsible for the day to day efficient running of the household, the essential, the central, not just the peripheral, household chores. A dirty car can wait another week, a faucet can drip for three more days, but food must be bought and prepared each day for the family to eat (eating out once in a while for most of us is an expensive luxury), the children must be bathed, clothed, and attended to, some sort of order in the house must be maintained in order, at the very best, to provide a retreat from the pressures of the job and, at the very least, to ward off chaos. In 85% of the households, the working wife and mother actually shoulders two careers — in the home and in the office — different, yet both emotionally and physically draining. Surprisingly, few working wives and mothers complain or demand that their families take over some of the essential chores. Most people in our society, these women included, seem silently to have agreed that working women will and can work both in the home and on the job. These “wonder women" take pride in the fact that they can do all and be all. To complain would be to admit failure. Women also accept their onerous dual roles in order to assuage their guilt. Many working women aren't entirely comfortable in this new role as breadwinner. For various reasons, many women still believe that their “place is in the home.” Therefore, though they have a career or job, they accept full responsibility for managing the household. The perpetuation of the myth of the “wonder woman,” by society or by the women themselves, has certain undesirable consequences. The two roles will always conflict. The woman’s talents and energies will remain divided. Sacrificing either the job or the family is unsatisfactory. If a woman abandons her family, she feels unfulfilled and guilty. If she abandons her career, she feels unfulfilled, takes her frustrations out on her family, and feels guilty. If a woman is able to balance her job and her family, she will not be able to do so for long. She will soon collapse. Theoretically, the solution is simple: the husband could share with his wife the running of the household. The husband could not only “help” his wife (working women expend as much energy FALL 1979 9 �getting their families to “help’ as they would doing the chore themselves); he could, unaided, spot chores that need doing and complete them. The husband and wife could divide the daily chores so that each knows what she/he is responsible for. Practically, it appears that the solution is not so simple or so easily accomplished as I state above since in only 12% of the households, working wives and husbands share housework. Still, there is hope that the myth of the “wonder woman” will be dispelled since “all work and no play" make Joan a very dull mate. The myth will also be dispelled out of necessity. Biologically and psychologically, a woman is no “wonder.” She is only human. One night after work, the woman will simply fall asleep before dinner and someone else will have to cook. Or a husband will start doing the laundry because it’s only then that he can find a clean pair of underwear. Chaos will reign for a while. The wife and mother may feel guilty for a while, but the guilt will diminish when her vitality increases, her days being less hectic. On a larger scale, society and working wives/mothers themselves will be forced one day to accept a woman’s limitations as we accept a man's. Inevitably, heroes rise and. just as inevitably, heroes fall. They are usually liked better for their honesty and humility. Ironically, women will rise only when they, like the heroes before them, fall. A woman will be less frustrated and more productive on the job and in the home only when she has a realistic view of her capabilities; only when she admits that she can’t do everything and decides to do well what she is capable of doing. Women will gain in human stature only if they are allowed to be human and not some “earth mother” or “wonder woman.” As 1 one of these mystical and mythical creatures, a woman fails and is not I forgiven. As a mere mortal, she’s at | least allowed a second chance. q Dr. Olivia C. Ayres is an assistant professor in the Department of Language and Literature. She holds a Ph.D. from Lehigh University and joined the Wilkes College faculty in 1978. 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY l^c BUREAUCRJY AHEAD by Dr. Richard T. Rees '62 "Strike!" "Teachers Walk Out!” "Teachers Threaten Job Action!" These newspaper headlines and many like them are rapidly becoming familiar to all as the process of collective bargaining in public education moves agonizingly along. As teacher organizations continue to flex their newly found legal muscles, there appears to be a definite shift in the power alignment in public education. Teachers are gaining concessions in areas such as salaries, fringe benefits, course load, class size, and, in some cases, they are invading policy-making territory long held by boards of education and administrators. The fact that teachers appear to be moving up the rungs of the hierarchical ladder and assuming positions alongside administrators and board members in terms of decision making would seem to imply flexibility and broad input with respect to the formation of educational decisions. Few would argue that this is a most positive result in that there is ample theory and research to indicate that the more the subordinate is involved in the planning and implementation of programs which govern his work situation, the more satisfaction and commitment he will exhibit. A major implication of the current research finding seems to be that not only is it important to involve participants in decision making but that open lines of communication and interaction should be maintained so the organization and its participants may respond, react, and change as the situation warrants. A close examination of the negotiation process in education indicates an area for concern with regard to the maintenance of an open flexible communication system. A review of contractual agreements which are emerging from the deliberations between teacher groups and boards of education provides some alarming findings. More and more elements of the work situation are being specified in formal rules and regulations. This is not to suggest that an organization should function without some rules and regulations to govern the behavior of its participants, for without institutional norms anxiety levels of participants may be unusually high as they find difficulty in assuming their roles within the organization. But, rather, the concern is with the degree to which the rules are overly restrictive. Teachers have been rebelling against the oppressiveness (perceived or actual) of hierarchically imposed demands, but it appears that as contractual agreements become more complex and voluminous, the system may become every bit as bureaucratically confining even though the rules were developed "cooperatively.'' Bureaucracy has been defined as possessing the following characteristics: hierarchy of authority, division of labor, uniformity of rules and regulations, and formalized, impersonal relationships. What is interesting to note is that the impetus in the development of bureaucracy, especially with respect to rules and regulations, need not necessarily come from the upper levels of the hierarchy, but may emerge form subordinates or from a cooperative effort between superiors and subordinates. There is also a “representative" type of bureaucracy in which both subordinates and superiors are cooperatively involved in the process of developing rules leading to the growth of bureaucracy. The major danger seems to be that while negotiations activity appears to meet the criteria for democratic processes in that those affected by the outcomes are involved in the decisions, it is quite possible that the specifications under which the school system functions may become so rigid that flexibility of operations is severely limited if not lost altogether. Restrictions imposed by subordinates may be every bit as damaging as those generated by an oppressive hierarchical structure. Board of education members, administrators, and teachers alike may experience great frustration in their everyday activities if their functions are so specifically defined that there is little room for deviation. In a case such as this, lack of compliance to the existing contractual arrangements would bring pressure not only from upper levels of the hierarchy but also from the peer group. This would seem to encourage the development of a "punishment­ centered" system which may be based on the imposition of rules and on obedience for its own sake. Activities may then focus on the adherence to the rules just because they exist and not on whether the rule is appropriate for the situation. In addition, deviation from the expected norms may result in punishment flowing upward through the hierarchy as well as downward. That is, in a "traditional" bureaucracy, if members of the upper levels of the hierarchy desire to deviate from or change existing rules or regulations, they may do so with relative ease by simply imposing the change. Subordinate deviation, however, may bring severe punishment from superiors. In a "representative" bureaucracy, superiors and subordinates alike are held to the agreed-upon rules and deviation may bring punishment to any hierarchical level in the organization. This situation would seem to be as unhealthy as a "traditional" bureaucracy if the activities within the organization were always contingent on the punishment attached to deviation. The question is not whether rules and regulations should exist, but rather to what degree they should control the day-to-day operations of the individual participants within the organization or the degree to which deviance is punished. Once a mode of behavior is formalized as a rule or regulation, it is most difficult to change, particularly when the rule was agreed to in concert and needs the support of all factions in order to change. In summary, extreme caution is urged in the deliberations between boards of education and teacher groups so that they do not fall into a trap which will sorely limit the academic and professional freedom so necessary to the effective functioning of any educational institution, if the profession is committed to the concept of adaptability and provision for change, a highly developed ruleoriented bureaucracy would all but eliminate the possibility for such activity. Innovative organizations need to be characterized by structural looseness with less emphasis on narrow and rigid definitions of duties and responsibilities. Professional flexibility should not be negotiated away; instead, the collective bargaining process should be used to maintain open communication at all levels of the hierarchy, thus providing for constant interaction and the possibility for change without major conflict at every junction. O Editor’s note: Dr. Rees, Director of Alumni Relations at Wilkes College, has published numerous articles in leading professional and research journals. Much of his writing and research activity centers on group and organizational processes with a specific focus on interpersonal relationships. This article addresses a most timely topic as many school systems nationwide are experiencing board-teacher conflicts. FALL 1979 11 �carved and inscribed fireplace. The bookshelf-lined room really came alive at Christmas time, serving as the center for holiday activity. Changing with the times, the room later became the place for viewing television. Behind the library was the dining room, elegantly set for one of the many parties which the family hosted. Along its walls were decorative plates, set on the chair rail to ornament the room. In the rear was the pantry and then the breakfast room, which, besides serving its obvious function, was where the children ate until they reached a proper age to join the adults in the dining room. Near the breakfast room was the kitchen, a room dominated by a massive gas and coal stove. To the rear of the house was the open porch, which was used to dry the family's laundry when the only type of dryer available was a breeze. The back area housed the china room where the dishes were cleaned and stored. The room was also filled with the household's collection of dinnerware. In addition, the back staircase, used mostly by the servants and children, and the family elevator were located near the rear of the house. Opposite the library, in the front, was the living room area. Originally two rooms, the partitions were removed, leaving one enormous area. A huge stone fireplace dominated one wall, and close by was the door to the sun porch. No longer existing, the porch was characterized by swan wallpaper, ceramic tile, and a small fountain in one corner. A Living Landmark 0 The Story Of Conyngham Hall by William V. Lewis '80 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY It was once observed that history tends to repeat itself. This observation takes on additional significance when the story of Conygham Hall, the new Wilkes College Student Center, is considered. Remembered by past generations as the stately home of the distinguished William Conyngham family, the building has taken on a new meaning to the present College community. As the hub of campus social life and activity, the mansion has once again come alive, its huge, restored rooms serving as the ''home'' of today's students. Yet. there was a time when this was the home of one of WilkesBarre's leading families. Within its walls grew a generation of community leaders, raised in a life style never again to be experienced. Standing on the front porch, one can visualize the past with the calm Susquehanna flowing within its dike-less banks and Model-T's and horses passing on the tree-shrouded South River Street. The main hall, with its massive Corinthian columns and the bronze lamp atop the stair post, dominated the entrance to the house. To the left was the family library: a gas fire burned in the The main staircase to the second floor faced the master bedroom. The size of the room was staggering, made to look even larger by the many windows. Beneath the windows was the roof of the front porch. This was a favorite spot during parades, giving the family an excellent view of the marchers going past. To the left was Mr. Conyngham's dressing room, a place to dress for the day and to nap after work. On the other side of the master bedroom was Mrs. Conyngham's study. Here, she took care of the many details of the running of the household, which, with a staff of up to 12 servants, was no easy task. Her activities were further evidenced by a closet off the room which she used to store the household records and her jewelry safe. Lining the hallway toward the rear of the house was a guest room, frequently occupied by one of their many visiting friends. Next was the linen room, lined with overflowing shelves and then the doors concealing the family vault. Adjacent to this was the sewing room, where, several times a week, a seamstress would come to care for the mending needs of the household. Construction on the mansion was begun in 1897 and Mr. Conyngham moved into the dwelling with his first wife sometime later. Tragedy was to strike the home with her death but a few short years later. For many years, the building was vacant, until 1918 when Mr. Conyngham married Jessie Guthrie. The new Mrs. Conyngham decided that the home needed enlarging to accommodate the growing family, so an addition was built on the back. The new section consisted of a porch area and china room on the first floor, children's bedrooms on the second floor, and a playroom and servants' room on the third floor. Several additional guest rooms were located in the front of the house on the third floor. To the right and extending down the hallway were the servants' quarters. One interesting tradition of the household was that the chief servant, in terms of seniority, always occupied the front room of the servant's area providing the best view of the river. In the back of the home, the children's playroom was located. Their model train zooming around on its track can be imagined as well as their moans as the governess dragged them to the room's wash basin after a hard day of play. The children thoroughly enjoyed living in the home as they played in the storage area of the attic, attended to their dogs on the side of the house, or sneaked over the brick wall that separated their yard from that of their uncle's. John Conyngham, to play with the children of his chauffeur. The carriage house to the mansion's rear also holds its own stories. The large building housed the family's horses and the children's ponies, later the family automobiles. Remnants of an age long gone, such as the sophisticated hay loft or the pulley elevator that conveyed carriages to the building s second floor for storage, still exist. The second floor also housed the living quarters of the family's chauffeur. The grounds generated a sense of solitude. Many threats came to this environment, but fortunately, most were averted. When the house was being built, cost overruns were mounting and. in hope of avoiding added costs. Mr. Conyngham expressed a desire to build a wooden front porch rather than one of brick and stone. Fortunately, the architect, Charles Gifford, was able to dissuade him from his intentions by showing the inconsistency of such a porch attached to so magnificent a dwelling. Flood waters have taken a toll on the building. Built by design to be above water level of the great Flood of 1865. confidence in its ability to withstand flood damage was solid. This confidence was shaken in 1936 when the basement filled with water and was shattered when the home received four and a half feet of water on the first floor in 1972. Several months after the 1972 flood, fire struck the building, damaging several walls in the library and dining room. The impact of commercial interests was also felt in the neighborhood. The lot next door to the house, formerly the site of the Wright residence, was being considered as a prime location for a gas station. Fortunately. Mr. Conyngham and Mr. Harry Hershowitz. the former owner of the present Annette Evans Alumni Faculty House, intervened and mutually purchased the land, thus preserving the beauty and character of the neighborhood. And so. a home that was once very much alive, as the dwelling of a socially active family, has once again come to life. This time, the home has been restored to serve another family, the Wilkes College Family. The halls and great rooms of this mansion are once again filled with the hustle and bustle of gatherings, dining, and also, at times, a quiet sense of relaxation. To many, it has become and will be a kind of "campus home." History really does, indeed, repeat itself. o William Lewis, a senior political science major and president of the Commuter Council, prepared the article with the cooperation of William Conyngham, a longtime member of Wilkes College Board of Trustees. The Conyngham Student Center was formally dedicated on November 10 although the facility has been in use since the start of the first semester. FALL 1979 13 �J SORDONIFEATURES ALUMNI A multi-media exhibition featuring the works of Wilkes College art alumni filled the Sordoni Gallery in September and October. Selections for the show were made by an outside juror and included paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts, as well as photography. Shown are the artists and guests at the opening reception. Participating artists included Keith Ackerman '65, Sue Adams '78, Frances Balavage '78, Randall Bond '77, Anne Caffrey '72, Jim Castanzo '76, Candy Chilek '79, William Davis '65, Nancy DeBiase '79, Kimberly Derbin '78, Richard Derby '75, Joseph Dettmore '76, Gary Fritzges '79, Margaret Goldfarb '72, Jack Hardie '65, Karen Hendrickson '77, and Janice Kiwak '73. Also, Jane Kuniegal '73, Phyllis Lukas '68, Greg MacLean '78, Maureen Malinowski '79, Todd Mayer '78, Karen Metta '72, Robert Mikolayczak '73, Marilyn Palenchar '74, Mary Ann Petro '77, Joyce Shamro '73, David Sick '78, Catherine Skopic '65, Wayne Sittner '68, Joe Stallone '69, Marilyn Swantkowski '77, Shirley Tokach '71, and Frank Wengen '77. Coming attractions at the Sordoni Gallery include “Counterpoints in Contemporary Painting” by Joseph Shepler, Chatham College, and Harry Holland, Carnegie-Mellon University, October 27 through November 25; the "National Design Marker Presentation Show," mixed media presented by Eberhard Faber, Inc., December 1 through January 7; and "Abstract Water­ colors by Walter Stevens," January 12 through February 4. q t WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY FALL 1979 15 �—.rfSl _ a- .•An .W.V.WSJ; «RESUING COACH: John G. Reese O® ..c : iran: tn: rrng? practice or competition. With th combined effort of the trainer and the athlete, the risk of injury op even permanent damage decreases greatly. But, unfortunately, not all injuries can be prevented when dealing with sports. When an injury does occur the athletic trainer is on hand to ' Trainer Aed. right, is shorn treatment to -a Wilkes athlete. The trainer Michael Micnaei neo. ngni. /s auuwu administering ultra-sound ------- - -College maintains training rooms at the Gymnasium and at the Robert McBride Memorial Fieldhouse at Ralston Field. FIRST “AED” AND ATHLETIC TRAINING by Rosemary McMahon '80 Long gone are the days when the athletic trainer was characterized only as the person who fetches water for some thirsty football players. Paralleling the continually increasing interest Americans are taking in physical fitness and health awareness, athletic training is a steadily growing discipline which is still misunderstood by athletes and coaches alike. Athletic training, according to Michael Aed, head trainer at the College, can be defined as the cure and, more importantly, the prevention of athletic injuries. Athletes, whether they are junior 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY high school players or Olympic long distance runners, need the assurance that they are in the best physical condition for their sport and if an injury should occur, someone is on the sideline who is trained to deal with emergencies. Aed notes that at the onset of an athletic season each athlete must go through a series of events to prepare for the long season ahead. First, the athlete is given a thorough physical examination. If any joints and muscles are weak, special attention will be given to these areas. At this point the athlete and the trainer begin to work together to strengthen these weaknesses, so injuries may be prevented. The trainer will advise the athlete I as to what exercises are the most administer emergency first aid and watch for vital signs. Aed emphasizes that a trainer is not authorized to diagnose an injury and can only provide treatment under the direction of a physician. Once the injury is treated, the trainer and the athlete will work together once again in a program of rehabilitation. The trainer may suggest a series of exercises and modality treatments for the athlete. Wilkes College has a wide range of equipment for use in rehabilita­ tion. The equipment available includes heat stimulators such as ultra-sound treatment, a hydroculator, and parafin wax treatment. Also used in the rehabilitation process for Wilkes athletes are four whirlpools, a knee rehabilitator, shoulder wheel, and ice machines. Aed, a native of Washington, D. C., graduated from Lock Haven State College with a B.S. degree in health and physical education and received his master’s degree from Albany Stale College. Also, he accumulated the required 1800 hours of apprenticeship in athletic training. Following graduation from Albany State, Aed was required to lake a national level exam in or/!e|. to receive certification as an ath e i trainer. Athletic training has, indeem _ come of age in the 1970's, iand the 5 to have "water boy” stigma seems O been lost in the process. Nov. 28 Dec. 1 Dec. 6 Dec. 7 Dec. 9 Dec. 12 Dec. 28-29 Jan. 7 Jan. 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 1^ Jan. I9 Jan. 28 Jan. 26 Jan. 30 Feb. 2 Feb. 9 Feb. 9 Feb. 13 Feb. 16 Feb. 23 MEN'S BASKETBALL WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH: Ron Righter COACH: Nancy Roberts 2:00 h ; Nov. 29 Delaware Valley H Alumni (Exhibition) 9:00 Nov. 17 7:00 H Madison FDU H Lafayette Dec. 1 8:00 Nov. 29 2:00 A Phila. Pharmacy A 7:30 Dec. 1 Keystone Dec. 3 8:15 A (TV) A 8:00 Baptist Bible King’s College Dec. 4 Dec. 5 7:00 A OPEN King's Dec. 8 Dec. 6 2:00 H Marywood 8:00 Dec. 8 Lycoming College A Dec. 11 6:30 H Lycoming H 8:00 Dec. 13 Dec. 14 E. Stroudsburg 2:00 H Kutztown Colonel Classic H 7-9:00 Dec. 15 Jan. 4-5 7:00 A Scranton Jan. 10 (Merrimack, King’s, Bridgeport) H 11-12 Wilkes Tourney 8:00 Jan. : Kean College H Jan. 12 8:00 A F&M Moravian College 5 A . 8:00 Jan. 15 Jan. 14 6:30 A Albright 8:30 Jan. 17 A Albright College Jan. 16 2:00 H Upsala 1:30 Jan. 20 Scranton Univ. (TV) A 7:00 8:00 Jan. 19 H King's 8:00 Jan. 21 A Elizabethtown 6:00 2:00 Jan. 21 A Delaware Valley 8:00 Jan. 26 H King's College Jan. 23 6:15 A 8:00 Susquehanna 8:00 Jan. 30 A Delaware Valley 6:30 A 8:00 Jan. 26 Muhlenberg Feb. 1 8:00 H Phila. Textile 6:00 A 2:00 Jan. 28 Bloomsburg 8:00 Feb. 4 A Susquehanna Jan. 30 6:15 H 8:00 Scranton 8:00 Feb. 6 H Lycoming College Feb. 2 2:00 A LCCC Feb. 9 8:00 H Scranton University 6:15 Feb. 6 H Moravian 8:30 Feb. 13 A Madison FDU 6:15 Feb. 9 H Elizabethtown 8:00I Feb. 14 H Lock Haven State 6:00 Feb. 11 H Juniata Feb. 16 OPEN 6:15 H Misericordia 2:00 Feb. 13 8:00 Feb. 18 H Juniata College 16 1:30 Feb. 8:00 H lv„. 18 — Bloomsburg State I Feb. 8:00 Feb. 21-23 MAC Playoffs H York A Lehigh University H Oregon State H Navy A Delaware Valley H E. Stroudsburg Wilkes Open Tourney A Shippensburg State A James Madison A Tennessee H Syracuse University A Rutgers University A Elizabethtown H Lycoming College A Binghamton Connecticut/So. Conn. A H Penn State A Hofstra University A Bucknell University H F&M .... Tech/Richmond/ lecu/niv..... —, A Vir. Old* ” Dominion Vir. Tech --- ':"'nn at Vl Feb. 29 to Mar. 1 EIWA 8:00 7:30 12:00 8:00 SWIMMING 7:30 COACH: Bob Greenwald 8:00 Ursinus 2:00 Dec. 1 Dickinson Dec. 4 Lock Haven State Dec. 8 Elizabethtown Lehigh Dec. 14 Oregon State Jan. 19I Jan. 23j Swarthmore Lycoming College Jan. 26 Feb. 2 2:00 H A A H A A Feb. 6 Feb. 9 Feb. 13 4:00 Feb. 16 2:00 Feb. 19 4:00 Feb. 23 Western Maryland Lycoming College King's College OPEN Binghamton State Susquehanna E. Stroudsburg MAC H H A A H H 2:00 2:00 7:00 2:00 4:00 Mac 13-15 NCAA gcwfiwu _ The South River Street Revival” was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between May 24, 1979 and September 21, 1979. Please send to: send news news contributions cor Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18766 WE MISS YOU! Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. Like concerned uncles and aunts we would be delighted to hear from you again. If any alumni can help us in our search, please drop a line with the addresses of our missing nieces and nephews to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. I MISSING PERSONS Kathryn M. Hafich '71, Mrs. Mary R. Donnelly Haggerty '39, Nicholas Halchak, Jr. '66, Mr. Paul P. Halecki '46, Mr. Mark Israel Halferin '61, Judith Ann Hall '60, Richard T. Hall '62, Mark I. Halperin '61, James C. Hansen '64, John J. Hansen '54, John H. Haracz '51. Marshall Harlan '59, John J. Harper '77, Mrs. Kathleen Loughney Harrington 72, Mrs. Marta Auchmuly Harrington '68, Mrs. Ruth Kluger Harris '46. Hubert R. Hart '37, Norman E. Hart '51, Margaret L. Hartman '38, Mark Edward Hartman '78, Warren R. Hartman '62, Miss Joan Hartmann '69, Anne M. Marton '55, Ann Joan Harvey '70, Barbara A. Ilavard '64, Captain Gene Haverlak '66, Anneta L. Hawthorne '70. Ernest A. Hayes '59. Dr. John H. Hayes '43, Raymond R. Hayward '61, John J. Hazur '46, George P. Heffernan, Jr, '51, Gary Richard Hegel '70, Mrs. Dorothy Kerchen I leidenreich '55, Mrs. Mary Parry Held '40. Jules Robert Heller '62, Paul R. Heller '64, Stefan Hellersperk '60, Dr. Robert M. Henderson '60, FALL 1979 17 �Wil’S°J^and psychometrician Mrs. Beverly Jones Henderson '35, Edward G. Hendrecks '52, Leonard M. Hendricks '60, James J. Hennigan '59, Marvin Henslovitz '50, Mrs. Dana Alfast Herberlein '71, Howard E. Hering '62, Dr. Ellen Field Herrera '78, Adolf L. Herst '63, Thomas M. Heslin '67, William E. Hess '63, David Hettenger '64, Arthur C. Hettinger ’63, Raymond J. Hicks '61, Seymour Himelstein '53, Mrs. Joyce Pupa Hines '73. Sarah M. Hinton '36, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph P. Hiznay '61 '61 [Marie Opsitos), Timothy P. Hnedak '67, Mrs. Edward Hinchey, Phillip G. Hoffman '49, Roy Vincent Hollabaugh '72, Andrew Earl Holland '72, Robert J. Hooper '51, Judith Hopkins '55, Robert H. Hopkins '39, Walter J. Horn '51, Gary Ralph Horning '73, Jack D. Hortman '49, Gerrie Lea Houck '73, Heister V. Hower '75, Adam J. Hozempa '58, Charles Joseph Hughes '61, Arlene Hulanick '69, Anita Barbara Humer '68, Leonard Hungarter, Jr. '63, Charlotte Levenoski Hunt '65, Henry C. Hurt '51, Ralph H. Hutchinson '61, HuezLong Hwang '70, Rosalie Mazur Hyman '69. ALUMNI NOTES 1950 LAWRENCE PELESH has been appointed President and chief executive officer of the Phoenix and Valley of the Sun Y.M.C.A. Larry and his family reside in Phoenix, Arizona. ROBERT D. BARBER has been appointed vice president, finance, for the Commonwealth Telephone Company, Dallas, Pa. 1956 DR. JAMES B. MITCHELL has been promoted to full professor and named chairman of the Biology Department at Moravian College. Jim has done post doctoral work at Arizona State University, Drew University, New York University, The Marine Biology Laboratory, and the Bermuda Biological Station. He has been the recipient of numerous National Science Foundation Grants. His most recent research concerns the Electron Microscopy of skin cancer. 1957 JOHANNA BROSKE, dean of the Buffalo General Hospital’s School of Nursing in Buffalo, New York, has completed the requirements for a doctorate in education from Nova University. 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1958 DR. NICHOLAS D. GIORDANO has opened his office in the Back Mountain Professional Building, Route 309, Dallas, Pa., for the practice of Internal Medicine. Nick, his wife, Jane, and their three children, Nicholas, Jr., Lisa Ann, and Joseph reside in Trucksville. MERRI JONES EARL received her master of science degree in reading from the State University of New York in August 1979. She is employed by Chenango Forks Central School District as the primary grades reading specialist. Merri resides with her husband, PAUL ’59, and their four children at Castle Creek, New York. 1960 WALTER GLOGOWSKI and Marilyn Cigarski were recently married. Walter is field representa­ tive for the Pennsylvania State Education Association and the National Education Association. The couple resides in Shavertown, Pa. A daughter, Megan Elissa, was born on August 22,1979, to Connie and FRED WILLIAMS. The family resides in South Montrose, Pa. 1962 MARY ANN FOLEY HOPKINS is an English teacher at Wyoming Seminary', Kingston, Pa. STANLEY KARMILOVICH has been promoted to the position of business director — industrial chemicals, in the water management division of Calgon Corporation. Stanley, his wife, Joan, and their three children reside in the Pittsburgh, Pa. area. 1964 MARY ANN LASKOWSKI DUBS is an editor of the Daily Digest of the U. S. Senate Congressional Record. LESLIE STONE and Dr. David Peltan were married August 25,1979. Leslie is a teacher, and the couple resides at 06110 Delaire Landing Road, Philadelphia, Pa. 1965 JOHN HYER is executive director of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. DR. THOMAS PIRNOT recently received an award at Kutztown State College for “excellence in teaching." EUGENE A. MACUR is employed by the Department of the Navy at Johnsville Naval Air Development Center, and resides at Perkasie, Pa. A girl, Marla Bess, was born on October 15,1978, to Shelia and ROGER ROLFE. Roger is vice president of investments for Dean Witter Reynolds in Clearwater, Florida, where the family resides. 1967 DR. MARK BAUMAN is the 1979-80 recepient of the Jesse Lee prize of the Commission on Archives and History of the United Methodist Church. Mark is an assistant professor of history at Atlanta Junior College, and resides with his wife, the former SANDRA WOOLF, and their two sons in Ellenwood, Ga. JACK GELLER has been appointed Deputy Commissioner by the U. S. Department of Labor, and now is in charge of the Black Lung District Office in Wilkes-Barre. Jack and his wife, the former JUDITH ANN KUSS, reside in Mountaintop, Pa., with their two children, David, age 12, and Alisa, age 11. SCOTT BURNSIDE will head the Communications Equipment Division as sales manager at Commonwealth Telephone Tech­ nologies Corporation, Dallas, Pa. 1968 JEFFREY S. GIBBS has been appointed manager of the Spring­ field, Massachusetts, branch office of Connecticut General Life Insurance Company. Jeff and his wife, Elaine, have a son, and reside at 71 Granville Road, North Granby, Connecticut. DR. DANIEL KLEM, JR. received a Ph.D. in Zoology from Southern Illinois University, and is presently associated with the Biology Depart­ ment of Muhlenberg College. Dan resides at 414 Albright Avenue, Allentown, Pa., with his wife, RENEE MUCCI KLEM ’70. JOHN R. MILLER is a partner in the firm of Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and Co., certified public accountants, New York City. Jack resides in Rye, New York, with his wife, Cathy, and children, Stephen and Jo-El. DR. ELIZABETH A. SLAUGHTER has joined the professional staff of Opinion Research Corporation, Princeton, New Jersey. 1969 JOHN E. MACUR is employed by Allied Chemicals, Morristown, as a research physicist. His wife, DIANE Psycht°prs University. The couple al RaUPS L Dover, New Jersey. rest°e , , ^FPH STALLONE, a sculptor who vein the ceramic medium 'vork i, held an exhibition in the rece? i Art Gallery at Wilkes. Joe Sord°"tudfo at 153 Waverly Place ffew York City. THOMAS KOBLISH and Helen £ Delaware Valley School District. 1970 i DAVID LOMBARDI recently received the unique distinction of being named to the executive committee and board of directors of the Group HI Pennsylvania Bankers Association and Pocono Chapter Bank Administration Institute. Dave holds the position of assistant to the president at the Miners Savings Bank of Pittston. He resides with his wife, PATRICIA MAZZEO LOMBARDI ’71, and son, Scott David, in Highland Hills, Pittston, Pa. ANNE AIMETTI GRAHAM is director of Wilkes College’s Upward Bound program. Anne resides at 163 Horton Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. (LEA) GINA WHITE is head teacher of the Connecticut area New England Farmworkers’ Council in Hartford. Gina teaches English, math, and orientation to the world of work to Hispanic adults. FRANK MICHAELS was recently married to Dolores Swiderski in Wilkes-Barre. Frank is a secondary teacher in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. ANDREA WARGO and Harold Reed were married June 19,1979. The couple resides in Houston, Texas. 1971 KAREN DONNELLE THORNTON recently received a master of science egree in Education from the College of New Rochelle. A son, Mark David, was born on nrUfx^ 3°'1979’t0 IOHN and diane pizont halliday ’70. John is financial manager of the v Brunswick Development in pP°pation' and the family resides ■hParhn, New Jersey. They'also 3yea:snSerSOn'IohnM^ae1’ 1972 EILEEN MORROW has been appointed assistant manager book JAMESHANAK is director of engmeermg at GSC Systems Development Corporation in ieaneck, New Jersey. mf„? RJtvzoc ?oTASZEwski Z0CC0 has opened an office MR. & MRS. BLAISE GAVLICK announce the birth of their first \ t 1 Edmund Paul, on July 11 1979 for the practice of Orthodontics at Tnnp^°U haMam Street' Wilkes-Barre “et^tdesm Oakwood Park Laflin, Pa., with her husband, Dan, Adaughler JiUKathJeen, was born on April 1,1979, to Bonnie and SAMEUKESH'Bi,‘Vraduated from Drew University with a master of Divinity degree, and is presently pastor of the United Methodist Church at Benton, Pa. The couple also have two other children Billv 3’/a and Lara, 2. A son, Cayle Erik, was born July 8 1979, to Cathy and CLARK HAMMAN. Clark teaches Instru­ mental Music and is Assistant Band Director at Freedom High School. He is also the Marching Band Director at Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa., and the family re­ sides at 150 New Street, Hellertown, Pa. They also have another son, Chadd Erik, 1 year. A son, Michael Paul, was born on May 19,1979, to Tim and ALEXIS BUCHINA KOSZYKOWSKI. Michael Paul is their first child, and the family resides in Laurel, Md. Margie and ROBERT MORGAN announce the birth of a daughter, Joy Elizabeth, on July 11,1979. Bob is employed as a compliance officer with the 'Wage-Hour division of the U. S. Department of Labor in WilkesBarre, and is also pursuing his M.B.A. degree at Wilkes. 1973 THEODORE TRAMALONI is a producer and director at Channel 17 (WNED), Buffalo, New York. DUNCAN MacINTYRE is a com­ puter systems analyst-programmer, and resides at 304 Coolidge Avenue, Manchester, New Hampshire. SHIRLEY D. NEWHART received her master’s degree in music education from Ithaca College on May 19,1979. ANN L. VIVIAN, registrar at the Boston Conservatory of Music, received a research grant from the Boston Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and has been accepted in a special doctoral program at Boston College. GI?Rnv !iCk 'S the former ,EAN Sr 7f’and‘he family resides at 2134 East Haven Road, W dmington, Delaware. Jean and aise are students at the Delaware Law School. A son, Jason Walter, was born on 1979't0 ROBERT and ANN HRYNKIW LINABERRY '76. Bob is a CPA and has been promoted to tax manager at Price, Waterhouse & Company, Syracuse, New York. 1974 DONNA L. COFFIN recently received a master of science degree in education at the College of New Rochelle. NATHAN KATZ has joined the firm of Elkins, Stroud, Suplee and Company as an account executive. Nathan resides at Lake Nuangola, Pa., with his wife Laura. FRED CROOP has been appointed business manager and board secretary of Dallas School District, Dallas, Pa. PAUL McANDREW has recently joined the Materials and Field Services Engineering Department of the Suntech Group, a subsidiary of the Sun Oil Company, Inc., located in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, to serve as a Senior Metallurgical Engineer. ALLAN FANUCCI received his master of science degree in metallurgy last May from Steven’s Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey. He recently obtained the position of Manager of the Welding Advisory Department for Eutectic Corporation, Flushing, New York. Allan is married to the former KAREN KUZMINSKI. Karen is employed with the diagnostic division of Fisher Scientific, Orangeburg, New York, as a research chemist. The couple resides at 360 Livingston Street, Norwood, New Jersey. EDUARDO MARBAN and Sharon Woods were recently married. Eduardo is a candidate or the M.D. and Ph.D. degrees at Yale University School of Medicine and Graduate School, where he is also doing research work. FALL 1979 19 �1976 A son, David Matthew, was born on January 29,1979, to Mary and ROBERT W. RYAN. Bob is buyer for Chevron Chemical Company, San Francisco, and the family resides in Concord, California. A son, Sean Michael, was born on June 22,1979, to JOHN and KATH­ LEEN MORVILLE FAIRLEY ’76. The family resides in Bennington, Vermont, where John is manager of Writing Made Easy by Cindy Ercolani '80 Writing news releases for the media has always been a chore for the layman not familiar with the various newspaper, radio, and television news styles. While most editors complain about the ambiguous, non-professional releases, Clark Line '66, a copy editor for the Wilkes-Barre Sunday Independent since 1969, decided to do something about the problem. The result of his efforts is a book entitled NEWSWRITING FOR THE NON­ PROFESSIONALS, published by the NelsonHill Company, which explains to novice writers how to prepare a release that will be used by the media. "Many editors, particularly those in the newspaper field, become upset when they receive releases that must be doctored extensively before they can be used," Line explains. "Editors simply do not have the time or the staff to reconstruct entire releases submitted by publicity chairpersons from clubs and organizations who rarely know anything about newspaper writing." 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY the E. L. Nichols Store. John and Kathy also have a daughter, Lisa Ann. DEBORAH GREGSON received her master's degree from the University of Scranton, and is a remedial reading teacher in the Hanover Area School District. NORMAN E. SHORE is an inventory’ manager specialist at the Naval Aviation Supply, and his wife, CAROL REICH SHORE, is a key­ punch operator for Smith, Kline and French Pharmaceutical Labs in Philadelphia, Pa., where she and her husband, NORMAN '75 reside. RICHARD J. CLOMPUS, a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, is a resident in family practice optometry in Birmingham, Alabama, where he resides with his wife, Linnea. The young author graduated from the Line remembers that the offer to write a college with a degree in secondary education book for Nelson-Hill came shortly after he but his interest and aptitude was always in had an article published in Writer’s journalism. "For me, writing was inevitable. Digest. The article was based on an The writing pulse in me was so strong that interview with the now famous Isaac Singer, there was little doubt that I would be suited winner of the 1978 Nobel Prize for Literature. for anything else,” he says. A longtime admirer of Singer's work, Line got Line received his baptism into the writing the opportunity to interview the Russian world as a member of the Wilkes College writer during a lecture several years ago in Beacon staff. He served as sports editor Wilkes-Barre. During a discussion that followed the and was author of a weekly sports column interview. Singer mentioned that he was entitled "Lines-Up." worried about getting connections for his A stint in the military service followed but return trip to New York City. Taking his writing career was destined to continue advantage of the situation. Line quickly when he joined the Sunday Independent offered to help Singer make the necessaiy staff following his discharge as a first arrangements. What resulted was more time lieutenant in 1969. At the Sunday and a golden opportunity to obtain the Independent he has filled the positions of additional information necessary to write the reporter and feature writer, but his present in-depth feature article for Writer's post as copy editor is his favorite. Digest. As copy editor the Wilkes graduate is At first he was very hesitant about acting responsible for checking errors in style, on the inquiry from Nelson-Hall. "I thought grammar, spelling, and word usage as well as being alert for inconsistencies in a story. He that the house would publish the book only after I had paid a fee. But, after reading the must trim, rewrite, reconstruct and headline a contract through several times I realized story, always under the pressure of a Nelson-Hall published on a standard royalty deadline. "Copy editors must possess a basis.” unique personality. They cannot have a big After tossing the idea around, Line decided ego. They must submerge their own ego to let to send the publishers an outline for his the reporter's personality come through. book, never expecting to hear from them Otherwise, the paper will sound like one again. Surprise number one came a few person wrote it," he observes. weeks later when he received a letter from Although Clark has no desire to return to the publishers expressing interest in his reporting, except to do a pet project, he does outline and their request for two sample have some definite thoughts concerning the chapters. role of reporters in society. He feels that Again, he forgot about the book after there is too strong an emphasis on completing the chapters. "I guess 1 did not investigative reporting . . . "The proper want to get my hopes up too high," he investigative agencies are not doing their jobs recalls. Clark was soon ready for the second when they rely upon the media to uncover surprise when his wife called him at work to information." relate the good news that Nelson-Hall wanted It is obvious that Line enjoys writing and his book. another book could be in the offing. Since he With the contract firmly in hand he soon is very much interested in Wyoming Valley realized the difficulty that lay ahead. ”1 never history, his next effort will probably be a imagined how hard it was to put information non-fiction piece dealing with local history, down on paper so that people could adding that he still needs to find a "unique understand it. Writers must learn to stand aspect." back and look at their work objectively and In the meanlime Clark Line is content with not take it for granted that readers will know the success of his first book which should what they are trying to say." prove a valuable asset to organizations while Months of labor followed but finally the at the same time make copy editors completed book became a reality. "It was much happier. O well worth it," he reflects. "A book is like a child. It is something that comes from inside you.” M’B’A,JLtion ceremony on May 20, the gra“u sides in Wilkes-Barre, Xs EuHAiiEY-d juris doctor degree from thCeiVed Dickinson Schools1116 ofN. E. Penna. ^NIACKIER has been awarded has b m the field of psychology at degree , p0ueoe. Cheryl is Mary-Vd°m DONALD WHITTAKER, mTthe couple resides on Charles Luzerne, Pa. nK doN W. NASH, JR. has begun his clinical graduate program at the SSwjotason"CitymNew York. FRED LANCIANO is a matriculating ^dent in the graduate program of psychology at Montclair State College and is employed as a family therapist trainee for the Juvenile Evaluation Treatment Service, Memorial Hospital, Morristown, MARIANNE MACUR KOPCHO received her masters degree in social work from Marywood College in May,1979. Marianne is a medical social worker for Home Health Services, Kingston, and resides in Glen Lyon, Pa., with her husband John. DR. DEBRA ANDREWS graduated from Harvard Medical School on June 7,1979, with a degree in Medicine. Debra is an intern in the pediatric department at Mt. Zion Hospital in San Francisco, Calif. New Jersey. MARY DALE EVANS and Peter Shores were married February 17, 1979. Mary is a counselor in the Eastwood School System, Westminster, California, and the couple is residing in Huntington Harbor. DONNA J. GALANO and Joseph Yurek were recently married. Donna is an elementary substitute teacher for Wilkes-Barre Area School District, and also is employed at Suburban Casuals, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. JOHN BARON, JR. and CHRISTI­ ANA MIELE ’73 were recently married. Christiana is an elementary counselor in the Pittston Area School District, and John is an account executive with Merrill Lynch in Wilkes-Barre. The couple resides at 99 Elmwood Drive, Laflin, Pa. HARRY and JANICE YARRISH SWEPSTON III announce the birth of a daughter, Caitlin Joan, on January 22,1979, at the Nesbitt Hospital in Kingston. The family resides at 44 Myers Street, Forty ELAINE GODLEWICZ was recently married to Abraham Gale. Elaine an s Marywood College where Ipfl'3 Pursu‘nS graduate studies aru 8 !°.a meters degree in fine t10 couPle resides in W11mington, Delaware. MARK KUNKLE and Sandra MacNeely were married recently. Mark is a Kingston Township manager, and the couple resides in Trucksville, Pa. BETTYE LOU CORCORAN was recently wed to Robert Bovolick. Bettye is employed by Wyoming Valley West School District and Anthracite Newstand. The couple resides in Kingston, Pa. JEANNE BARTOSH and George Kapral were recently married. Jeanne is a department manager at Bergman’s, Kingston, Pa. WILLIAM GOLDSWORTHY, JR. was recently wed to Jannet Klick. Bill is employed by Industrial Electronics, Inc., and the couple resides in West Pittston, Pa. MARK DUBIK and JANINE POKRINCHAK ’78, were married July 7,1979, in Johnson City, New York. Mark is a substitute teacher in the Scranton School District, and the couple resides in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. EDWARD HOCKENBURY and Rosemary’ Ciampi were recently married. Edward is manager of Long John Silver’s Seafood Shoppe, 1977 mast?RA|H J' K0CHER received her masters degree in Biotogy from Ppensburg State College on May 5,1979. giacomina buzzelli bacon IS director at Children’s World Nursery School and Day Care Center n Lnomaston, Connecticut. She resides with her husband, KARL ’76. at 234 North Walnut Street, Waterbury. NED EVANS is a kindergarten teacher in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, and resides at 44 Catlin Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. DR. THOMAS TROTSKY is a resident in internal medicine at Easton Hospital, Easton, Pa. Tom is a graduate of Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital in Philadelphia. STEVEN B. STANDIFORD and Lisa MacNamara were married on June 16,1979. Steve is a third year student at New Jersey Medical School, and the couple resides in Harrison, New Jersey. AMY L. ALBANESE was recently married to Lt. Paul J. Mazick. 1978 JAMES RUCK has been appointed a music specialist with the Special Services School District of Bergen County, New Jersey. Jim will coordinate the music program for the district’s schools in Hackensack, Fair Lawn, and the Archie F. Hay Village School in Rockleigh. Jim resides in Fair Lawn. JAMES O'KARMA is Community Development director for the city of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., where he resides with his wife, Mary. MARGARET PELEPKO and Russell Susko were recently married, and the couple resides in Buttonwood, Pa. DR. DOUGLAS TROSTLE and MARY FEDAK ’76 were recently married. Mary has completed an internship in medical technology at Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital in Philadelphia, and Doug is serving a surgical residency at Allentown and Sacred Heart Hospital Center. The couple resides in Emmaus, Pa. Hazleton, Pa. 1979 MARC KOVALCHIK and ALISON MILLER ’79 were recently married in Wilkes-Barre, and the couple York Medical Hospital, York, Pa. resides in Trucksville, Pa. FALL 1979 21 �s S, 1 X- » MARY LYNN JONES has had her master’s degree thesis accepted for publication by the Educational Resource Information Center, an affiliate of the National Institute of Education, Bethesda, Maryland. The paper, entitled “The Relationship of Public Control Ideology to Students’ Rights Attitudes," was written under the supervision of DR. RICHARD T. REES ’62. Mary Lynn is a social studies teacher at Montrose Area High School. An Introduction To Planned Giving by Betsy Bell Condron r-I "Planned Giving! What on earth is THAT?” they ask me. And they do ask me — __ ■ everybody — my ROXANNE M. CONIGLIO was neighbor's son, my hairdresser, the mailman, recently wed to Theodore Zurla. my kids, of course, and all kinds of other Roxanne is a legal secretary for relatives, the bridge club chums, my former Attorneys Sobota and Maguire at students, the nice couple in the airport the United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre. waiting room, etc., etc. Obviously, I had to The couple is residing in Swoyers­ learn pretty quickly how to answer the ville, Pa. question, and I've also learned many other things during these first busy, sometimesCHRISTINA M. FRANTZ and bewildering-but-always-exciting weeks at Richard Thomas IV were recently Wilkes. married, and the couple resides in In the process of figuring out how to Clute, Texas. respond to assorted queries about my new role in life. I’ve also had to learn all about NANCY CALLAHAN was recently WHERE I was to perform this job, i.e. Wilkes married to Carl Dymond. The couple College. I have grown up in Wyoming Valley resides at 33 Meyers Street, and, for many years, practically in the midst of the campus, so I knew the outside of the Edwardsville, Pa. handsome buildings. I spent seven years taking graduate courses here, so I knew many RUSSELL BURKHARDT and of the faculty. I had counseled dozens of high Marlene Kaczmarek were recently I school students about coming to Wilkes, so I married. Russell is a mathematician knew the admissions criteria and the basic at the Johns Hopkins University' curriculum. I also served on a WilkesApplied Physics Laboratory in Hahnemann committee and was cognizant of Laurel, and the couple resides in that excellent program. Occasionally, I Greenbelt, Maryland. attended a lecture, play, exhibit and even a o few wrestling matches ... but do you know that I was still aware of only a few sides of this many-faceted educational institution! 1 can hardly believe there is so MUCH going on and how very effectively Wilkes manages to serve both its students and its community, a relatively rare duo-purpose commitment. Another surprise in my initial learning process was the discovery that all those materials I perused in August (which kept drumming the fact that most people receive pleasure in giving), seem to hold much weight for Wilkes, at least. We are fortunate here to have had many generous friends over ROBERT J. PATTON ’40, of 15 Second Avenue, Kingston, Pa., died September 17,1979, at the age of 62. Bob was a Coughlin High School graduate and attended Bucknell Junior College as a special student. He retired in 1978 after 40 years as sports writer and sports editor of the Wilkes-Barre Record. Surviving are his wife, Eleanor; daughter, Virginia, at home; son, William, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.; foster son, Major John Barrett, Fort Riley, Kansas; sister, Mrs. William Smith, Wilkes-Barre. O 22 *J Editor's note: Betsy Bell Condron was appointed Director of Planned Giving at Wilkes College on September 1. Prior to joining the Wilkes College staff, Mrs. Condron served for ten years in a variety of teaching and administrative positions at Wyoming Seminary including director■of college placement. She holds a baccalaureate degree fromi Skidmore College and recently attained an M.S. degree in Education at Wilkes College. Mrs. Condron will be responsible for working with Dr. Thomas F. Kell), dean of external affairs, and the Wilkes College Board of Trustees to communicate the strengths and needs of Wilkes College as they relate to deferred or planned giving. In appointing Mrs Condron, President Robert 5. Capin noted that "while the Wilkes College Development Office and attorneys have assisted donors tn the past who have been interested in creating charitable remainder trusts and remembering the College m their wills, the College will now develop specific programs in this regard. IV? are pleased to add Mrs. Condron to our development staff. She has a broad involvement in state and community programs and her administrative experience will be invaluable m accelerating Planned Giving at Wilkes College. "' i ! I . To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 I am interested in learning more about planned gifts > Does Your Company Have A Matching Gift Program? The impact of your gift to Wilkes College can increase significantly if your company has a program to match your gift. If we can help you in any way concerning this, please contact: Office of Alumni Relations, Wilkes College, (717) 824-4651, extension 207. :i ! ’ ■ > V A Thanks to ail of you who have returned your Alumni Updatell If you haven’t had the opportunity to complete yours, we would appreciate your help. If you haven’t received one, please advise us: items do get lost in the mail. Thanks!! .) j' .; ■ V FIRE!! £ -A 'Y < \ name take place. \ I XV • 7* Oj’i undergraduate courses for Vi the prevailing tuition or graduate courses for $10 - reduction per credit. For further information contact Mr. John Meyers, Director of Division of Continuing Education and Graduate Studies, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. Telephone (717) 824-4651, extension 303. ■ ■ xxi s/ iREI! We apologize for not be confronter X. \ * J ■ -°nience and hope <0^ 'n the vW5 SPECIAL NOTE With the opening of the Conyngham student Center, funds are needed to purchase some special items such as: FIRE!! 0’ t ■ •4/ UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE TUITION REMISSION All Wilkes alumni are entitled to take Because of a major fire to the building which houses Computerized Mailing Service in Wilkes-Barre, several mailings which we had scheduled were destroyed. This necessitated reprinting and contracting with a new firm , leading to serious delays in our mailing program. As a result, you mayhave received dated material after theVO due date or after the date on which the activity was I x '1 ■ z si 1? /L ALUMNI UPDATE 1979 ■ ’Xi ■ ■ ■ * ix r’ i X -1 4* > i A t- -5- ■ address dale ite J I wish to record that I have arranged for a bequest to Wilkes College phone. x .4^ ■ ? ■ our relatively short existence . . . people who have given, and who continue to give, what they can to support this private institution which means so much to its alumni and to northeastern Pennsylvania. We know that it’s a necessity for the life of private institutions these days to count heavily on old and new friends for financial support. However, I’ve recently become aware of the diverse ways such friends can give that support to Wilkes: annual fund is a must; capital fund drives are indispensable; commitment in the form of continuous, positive public relations comments are vital; and the blessed volunteer hours given in so many instances are a godsend. All are ways we give to Wilkes. But there is still another method . . . "Planned Giving" (sometimes called deferred giving). It’s not for everybody, yet at some stage in the lives of a large percentage of Wilkes friends and alumni, it certainly is or will be an option to consider. Planned giving ("not fund-raising" said the first book I read about my new career) includes a fascinating array of ways you can help Wilkes and at the same time reinforce your own desire to give and, in most cases, ease your tax situation, cash flow, and peace of mind. When I answer the question posed at the beginning of this article, I explain how one is able to plan ahead in order to accomplish all those goals. I reel off my newly acquired terms — pooled income fund, unitrust, charitable remainder annuity trust, unrestricted bequests, irrevocable real estate gifts, etc. — and, hopefully, 1 sound impressive! To tell the truth, I’m the one who is impressed: impressed with the medley of giving plans Wilkes donors now have available to them and impressed with the foresight the College has shown in preparing such alternatives for its constituency. In the future issues of the Quarterly I will pass along to you some of the details about these programs in a manner which may be helpful to your financial planning. If, in addition to what you will read in this column, you would like further information concerning Life Income Plans, Bequests, and Trusts, please return the coupon below. There is another question "they" ask me lately . . . "How do you like your job, Betsy?" That gets an easy answer. I just love it and it is absolutely great to be at Wilkes! x — - J JI • stereo • television • pizza pretzel & popcorn machines Students and student organizations have been contributing, won’t you * j help? Please make check I payable to Wilkes college Alumni Association, send to: Office of Alumni Relations i Wilkes college, ' Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY ■ £>'. ■ ■ �THE WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ©o 0§D@fii(91 Friday, Feb. 22 — Monday, Feb. 25,1980 PRICE INCLUDES; * Roundtrip OTC CHARTER flight from Philadelphia to Freeport via Air Florida jet * Accommodations at the Beachfront Holiday Inn * Roundtrip Airport/Hotel Transfers * Rum Swizzle party TT jZX-fl 1 JJ ★ Hotel taxes, tips and baggage handling ★ Poolside chaise lounges ★ Discount booklet ★ Transportation available to El Casino and Golf Courses ★ Admission to Wreck Bar Disco child under 12 sharing with two adults, plus $7 departure tax // deParture tax single supplement For Roundtrip transportation from Wilkes College to Philadelphia Airport, add $29. Send S100 per person deposit to W.C.A.A., Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766byDec. 17. 1979 Include names, addresses, and phone numbers. Contact Joel or Rose at Jewelcor Travel 717-288-9381 for further details. All prices and features based on current Vendor's Tariffs, subject to availability and change. All passengers must sign Participant’s Contract defining payment and cancellation policies. Reservations accepted until 12/17/79. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED PERMIT NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. MR ROBERT ANTHONY 56 SOUTH SHERMAN STREET WILKES-BARRE PENNSYLVANIA '49 18702 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Fall 1979 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1979 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/2358f2b98a76d4d6f958e67be27ccf46.pdf acaec6eb8de6c772fbc51c2f350023fe PDF Text Text - -____________ ■ . �6PRNG wao WILKE6 COLLEGE Volume 3, Number 4 editor George G. Pawlush '69 associate editor Jane Manganella editorial staff Eddie White III'80 Vesta Breakstone Betsy Bell Condron Edward Van Buren '80 Reenie Corbett '79 Cindy Ercolani '81 Margaret Scholl '81 William Miller '81 COVER: The warm weather affords Wilkes College students an opportunity to experience the beauty of the Arnaud C. Marts Courtyard of the Stark Learning Center. Two students are shown examining an aluminum sculpture which was created by Michael Welda '77. The sculpture contains three intersecting arcs built from six two-by-five-foot strips of aluminum. contributing staff Dr. Gerald Hartdagen Dr. Bruce Berryman Michael Case Brian Redmond by Dr. Gerald E. Hartdagen editorial advisors Faut. D'Vorzon. Williams and Rodechko Gordon Roberts '60 Anne Graham '70 So You Think You Know The Wilkes Campus? art director A Question of Standards 7 Reflections on the Liberal Arts by Art Miller Jon Schaffer Flooding and the Legacy of Agnes photography editor by Dr. Bruce F. Berryman. James Michael Case, and Brian T. Redmond Arthurs. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO contributing photographer The World Listens Robert Gaetano '80 circulation manager Tanya Hallez '67 Administrative Profile — Charles Abate by Edward Van Buren '80 A Modern Day "David" Beats Goliath The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. A "Will” and a "Way" Faculty Abstract — 6 SportsUpdate — 16 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling. Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz, Treasurer 11 12 18 19 20 by Betsy B. Condron Chronicle — 4 Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Louis Shaffer. Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus _s James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby. M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Henry M. Curry. 3rd Mrs. Stanley Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Frank M. Henry Gallery — 15 South River St. Revival — 17 Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner. Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Joseph J. Pinola 49 Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms ’60 William Sword E. Arthur Trabant. Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Roberts. Capir. '50 �SEAL OF APPROVAL F ■ ON BUILDING A SOLID. FOUNDATION College Board SAT scores, . . especially those relating to writing skills, have shown a sharp decrease in recent years. At Wilkes College the Writing Laboratory under the direction of Dr. Patricia Heaman has proved successful in aiding incoming students at improving their basic writing skills. The purpose of the Writing Laboratory, according to Dr. Heaman, is to improve the students' writing abilities. The laboratory is geared to help students understand that English is not just a course to get through, but rather it is a useful skill to learn. Students are helped to remedy their writing deficiencies through five different self-help programs and with the assistance of student tutors. The use of upperclass English majors as tutors has shown to be beneficial in establishing good relationships with the students who are seeking help. “Students who are doing poorly in a course appreciate the opportunity to talk to someone who has faced similar problems," Dr. Heaman notes. "It is a mutually beneficial relationship. The laboratory provides an excellent opportunity for the upperclass Dr. Patricia Heaman. standing, is shown assisting a Wilkes College student with a writing assignment. The Wilkes College Writing Laboratory served 350 students during the Fall Semester. English majors to get valuable teaching experience." The Wilkes College Department of Language and Literature also offers a three-credit course, English 100, for those students who lack writing skills, or who are studying English as a second language. Students whose SAT scores are lower than 400 are required to take English 100, but only after other diagnostic tests are given. Students are also often referred to the course by a faculty member. Dr. Heaman relates that the most common writing problems range from basic grammatical errors to organizing a clear and concise expression of an idea. welcome to use the laboratory e “The laboratory is not just for remedial work. Advanced maters is also available.” However Dr * Heaman makes it clear that’the laboratory is not a proof-readins service. Students must have a specific problem or need advice She notes that many industries are beginnmg to require a written essay as part of the application process “Industry recognizes that people who can express themselves are at a premium.” Dr. Heaman feels that many of the writing problems which students face in college are the result of an insufficient high school background. "Most students miss the opportunity to study composition in high school. It has become fashionable for high schools to offer mini-courses which emphasize literature, films, and other topics, rather than grammar." Student reaction to the Writing Laboratory has been phenomenal as witnessed by the growth in the number of students who voluntarily return to the facility for help. The laboratory opened in 1975 with 80 students; during the 1979 Fall semester 350 Wilkes students were served. (X Snedden Fahey Library. * 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY and win enhance the enuZeTthe Eugene 2) MBA THROUGH AN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE Wilkes College recently innovated a five-year program leading to a bachelor of arts degree in history and a master’s degree in business administration. The program, designed to give students an opportunity to combine the advantages of a traditional liberal arts curriculum with the career options of a professional business program, provides an excellent background for understanding lhe application o intelligent business practices. Candidates must fulfill both the 30 credit hours in history lor the I ■ .. Wilkes College has again been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, according to notification received recently by Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin. In his letter to President Capin, Milton G. Bassin, chairman of the MSA's Commission on Higher Education, commended the College on its self-study report and requested a routine Periodic Review Report, which is due on March 15, 1985. Once every ten years colleges and universities in the United States are thoroughly examined by their regional accrediting associations to determine if they are fulfilling their missions with acceptable standards. The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools conducted its study of Wilkes College in November with members of the evaluation team meeting with faculty, administrators, trustees, alumni, and students. The Middle States accreditation involves a long-range process designed to help an institution analyze its functions, appraise its educational effectiveness, and discover means by which its work can be improved. In preparation for the Middle States’ evaluation team's on-campus visit, nearly 70 faculty members, administrators, trustees, alumni, and students conducted an in-depth "self-study” of Wilkes College during the 1978-79 academic year, which resulted in a 140-page report. That report, and the report of the Middle States team, will provide a base from which the College will undertake several planning efforts through the 1980's. The history of Wilkes College dates back to 1933 when Bucknell University, responding to a request of community leaders, established its Junior College in Wilkes-Barre. Residents of Wilkes-Barre donated their homes so that Bucknell University Junior College could provide classrooms for local qualified students of limited financial means. The academic standards of Bucknell were those of the junior college. Dr. Eugene S. Farley was appointed director of Bucknell Junior College in 1936 and later became president in 1947 when Bucknell’s president, Arnaud C. Marts, turned over the assets of the junior college to the local Board of Trustees and Wilkes College received its charter as a four-year, liberal arts institution. Dr. Farley served as chief administrator of the College for 36 years and contributed greatly to the growth i of the institution. Since its inception Wilkes College has been dedicated to providing a sound and stimulating intellectual experience for students and a constructive program of service to the northeastern Pennsylvania region. On June 24,1972, the flood waters of Tropical Storm Agnes — in what President Nixon declared was “the worst natural disaster in the nation’s history — inundated all 62 buildings belonging to Wilkes College. Damage to the physical plant exceeded $12 million. Under the leadership of Dr. Francis J. Michelini, who served as president from 1970 to 1975, the College staged a massive campus­ wide effort and it succeeded in cleaning and renovating all of the buildings, enabling the College to reopen for the Fall term only two weeks late. Guiding Wilkes College throughout the past five years and into the 1980’s is Robert S. Capin, who assumed presidency of the College in 1976. Under President Capin's direction the financial condition of the College has dramatically and substantially improved. The physical plant has been upgraded and academic programs solidified and initiated. Flood recovery efforts were finally concluded last summer with the receipt of two checks, totaling $1,246,359 from the Federal Disaster Assistance Agency. The College is anticipated to complete its fifth straight year of operation “in the black." Wilkes College has a decided economic impact on the northeastern Pennsylvania region through its $12 million operating budget and subsequently through the personal budgets of those who are employed at the College. Cultural programming at the College has enhanced the quality of life on campus and in the Greater Wyoming Valley community. Outstanding concerts, musical and theatrical performances, films, and lectures are scheduled at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. The Sordoni Gallery provides annual exhibitions of national caliber enjoyed by students and community throughout the year. The campus is aesthetically a blend of stately 19th century buildings and the newest and most imaginative designs in modern structures. Several of the buildings are listed on the National and Pennsylvania Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks and remain as living monuments to the many citizens who helped make the area great. The “nerve center" of the Wilkes College campus is the Stark ' Learning Center, completed in 1974 at a cost of $7 million. The Center, which connects with the Stark Hall of Science, provides classrooms, laboratory space, staff offices, and studios for several academic departments and also contains the Wilkes/Hahnemann Television switching station and the College’s Computer Center. The Eugene S. Farley Library possesses one of the most extensive microfilm collections in the region and has space for 500,000 volumes and a study area for 500 students. The College presently serves a full-time equivalent enrollment of about 2700 students. Many of these attend graduate and undergraduate programs in the Evening College. President Capin expressed appreciation to individuals involved in the reaccreditation process and expressed confidence that Wilkes’ outstanding record of progress and service will be maintained and enhanced. O SPRING 1980 S �baccalaureate -9—" “[^^AttheencUif four years a student receives at B.A. ■n history and has completed all M.B.A. prerequisites. Dr. Robert Heaman by Reenic Corbett 79 Rumor has it (or had it) that Dr. Robert Heaman. associate professo K English - • at• the College, was at of time aa member of the Green one time —who knows Ur. Berets. Anyone I teaman, or had him—as--an instructor, would be intrigued bj by this bit of speculation. HOMECOMING 1980 ••Where did you get that UP AND AWAY scandalous piece of information, questioned an amused Heaman Plans for the Wilkes College With a chuckle, he added, ‘ I wish Alumni Association’s 33rd Annual I knew where and how that rumor Homecoming — scheduled for not started. You are not the first October 10 through October 12 — person to ask me that question! So are currently in full swing. much for the portrait of Bob Heaman Patrick J. Burke ’69, owner of as a Green Beret. Chuck Robbins Sporting Goods, Having been a student of Dr. Wilkes-Barre, will serve as 1980 Heaman at one time, I find it Homecoming chairman. Chairman difficult to disassociate the role of Burke indicates that all homecoming Dr. Heaman, the Wilkes College events will be staged on the Wilkes professor, and Bob Heaman, the College campus. man on the street. Both of his roles Some of the events planned for generate warmth, sincerity, and the Fall reunion include a Friday genuine faith in humanity. Sounds night open house at the Alumni and like a character out of literature? Faculty House, Saturday morning Perhaps he is. parade, and the traditional Sunday Considering Bob Heaman’s morning brunch. The recently background and interests, the dedicated Conyngham Student character out of literature wouldn’t Center will serve as a site for some be surprising. He holds fond of the weekend activities. memories of a recent trip to Ireland with his wife Pat (Dr. Patricia Heaman, also an instructor at the College] and their children. “Pat “ALPHA”: A FEW was working on Irish Literature. I STEPS MORE Y was on a sabbatical . . . working on Dickens and Blake. I did my On April 1 Wilkes College reached research on Blake at Trinity College the S2.33 million mark of its threein Dublin." year S2.4 million “Alpha" Capital Campaign. Heaman admits that he is particularly interested in Ireland A successful 1980 Annual and its culture. During the stay, he Campaign, which surpassed its recalled, “one highlight happened to 5200,000 goal with S236,000, moved be every Tuesday night. We’d get the campaign within S70,000 of the together with a group of varied "Alpha" goal. people, sit around, have a few Also, a series of successful drinks and tell stories. The friendly phonathons conducted from the conversation allowed us to Wilkes College campus and at withdraw from the pressures of the locations in New York City and outside world. It gave us that Philadelphia boosted the "Alpha" distance from things which enabled Campaign in the early months of OS to view life from a different 1980. perspective." Gordon Roberts, director of Based on this kind of interaction alumni relations, reports that alumni Heaman described the people of Ireland as being "in tune with have contributed over S300 000 in l lemselves, each other, and nature " the "Alpha" Capital Campaign He sees a close similarity in the which will officially conclude in life-style of Dublin and that of December. Wyoming Valley. "There is a genuine 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY to a 15 credit M.B.A. core requirement, the candidate takes an additional 15 credits in one of five areas-marketing, managerial science, labor, accounting, or finance. ^uesriop p faculty authenticity here," he slated stated, incredible that Wyoming Vili„ s hasn't developed as a to°urist cpy„, It is a very ethnic area and the 6r' beinos0" r<! baSiCa‘ly sood kuman In addition to being a traveler it, English professor also gives the ' impression of being a "back to nature” soul, complete with his n, pastoral homestead in White There with his family he enjoys ' gardening, fishing, running, and th,, clean country air. When Bob Heaman began his teaching career at Wilkes in 1969 there was still much unrest among college students in their concern ° for almost all aspects of culture. Some of his most vivid and outstanding recollection of the College come from those years. “Wow!’’ he exclaimed, then paused thoughtfully. “It had to be my first faculty meeting. There I sat with my long hair and my bushy beard down to my chest. Dr. Farley, who was president at that time, was discussing the visitation rights in the dorms. When he finished speaking I matter-of-factly asked if he was going to invite police on campus. Needless to say, the look he gave me told me exactly how he felt and what he thought of me!" Teaching is much easier now for the Wilkes professor than in his first years at the College. “For one thing, the Writing Laboratory has taken much of the pressure off teaching freshman composition. There has been a greater emphasis on writing so by the time the student has advanced to the upper level literature courses, reading their exams is a pleasure.'' “Generally, the students of today are bright. They’re more sensitive responsive, and sophisticated, . he explained. ‘‘I also feel that within the next few years there is going to be a full swing back to the recognition of the importance of liberal arts. It is better for our culture than the technological mania." Robert Heaman, with his gift j"01 being able to communicate wit students, has influenced and wi , continue to influence those stuc en whose education he has helped to O shape. STANDARDS | by Dr. Gerald E. Hartdagen Pick a year with a sinister ring and 1984 might well be the choice. Rather than a "Brave New World” it conjures up the Orwellian vision of Big Brother and doublethink. In the realm of higher education, there are many George Orwells who have prophesied an equally gloomy future for academia, and 1984 is close to the heart of their projections. Without debating the accuracy of Orwell's predictions, it is clear that the latter prophets, who have relied more heavily upon data than imagination, must be taken with the utmost seriousness. It is a fact that the number of traditional college-age young people will begin to decline precipitously in 1983 and continue throughout the decade. This fact alone will have tremendous ramifications for all of higher education. In Pennsylvania the problem will be exacerbated by a larger-than-average decline and by the normal net loss to Pennsylvania of students who leave the State to matriculate. Realistic expectations are that 25 to 35 per cent of the smaller private colleges will not be with us in the 1990s. Many of the colleges which have been in financial difficulty during the past three to five years will be unable to withstand the devastating impact of inflation and declining enrollments. Some will barely hold on by drastically cutting staff with a concomitant reduction in quality and in academic programs. When the "tipping point" is reached, they will spiral toward bankruptcy as academic excellence is eroded to the point where students are repelled rather than attracted. This is not a scenario for Wilkes College; it is more properly a specter which should shake us from any thought of complacency. One thing is certain — if we go under, it will result from nothing less than a lack of vision and the will to survive. No, survival is the wrong word; if that is our goal, it would be better to quietly fold our tents and give up all pretense of being an institution of higher education. Our challenge is to eschew mere survival and to insist that progress can and will continue. Hot necessarily progress which is measured in terms of growth, but rather progress which can be viewed in terms of academic excellence, quality education, and distinction. This we can achieve if we have the will — and the courage. The recipe for success does not require a Julia Childs to produce the desired results. It will suffice if an adequate number of "amateur chefs" can be found who will risk “spoiling the broth” to create the gourmet feast. Should we settle for a Big Mac when filet mignon is an option? Leadership and careful planning are essential but insufficient in and of themselves. "The best laid schemes o’ mice an' men gang aft a-gley," and our experience confirms the wisdom of the phrase. Schemes or plans will go "a-gley" without the loyalty, the dedication, and the commitment of all members of the Wilkes community. Each of us, whether faculty, administrator, student, trustee, or alumnus, must lend support if Wilkes is to survive with distinction. To meet the challenge of the 1980s, Wilkes must be, beyond question, the very best institution of higher education in Northeastern Pennsylvania. More than that, we must achieve a quality which discourages superior local students from leaving the region for their education. If we are good enough, we have nothing to fear from a Lehigh, a Franklin and Marshall, a Bucknell, and certainly not from our local competitors. The bedrock of excellence can be nothing less than programs which attract and which meet the needs of students, and outstanding teachers and researchers who are committed to young people, to Wilkes College, and to their own continued growth. But sound programs and superior teachers will not automatically provide the quality we seek; one ingredient remains to be added. That extra ingredient, without which academic excellence is impossible, is none other than standards. Without impeccable standards, we can make no claim to quality. All of our claims will be hollow; we will know it, our students will know it. and so will the community we serve. An absence of the highest possible standards will debase our product — our graduates — and make any pretense to academic excellence little more than a sham. There is good evidence that the Wilkes community has perceived the necessity for higher standards. Steps have been taken, with widespread support, to address some of the more obvious weaknesses. Much remains to be done, and it will be done — gradually, yet surely. The attack must be on two fronts: in general college policies and at the departmental level. College policies must provide a framework of expectations which departmental actions can implement and support. The relationship must be mutually reinforcing in the context of a campus climate which recognizes that shoddy standards in any one area endangers the whole. A consensus is developing among faculty, administrators, students, and trustees that nothing less than the best will suffice. If students are allowed to "just get by,” if we turn our heads and allow cheating to occur, if we fail to establish policies which require that students bear a large measure of responsibility for their own education and their own development as persons, then we will not survive the 80’s — moreover, we will not deserve to survive. Wilkes College ascribes to "Gnity Amidst Diversity;" we must also insist upon "Quality Amidst Adversity." The latter involves a quest for excellence. The quest must not be of short duration lest we all become Don Quixotes. Institutional quality is, in large measure, a question of standards. It cannot be achieved without the support of everyone related to Wilkes College. How tragic it would be if ten years from now we were forced to acknowledge, in the unforgettable words of Pogo: "We have met the enemy, and he is us!” O Dr. Gerald E. Hartdagen assumed the position of dean of academic affairs at the College prior to the start of the 1979 Fall Semester. Prior to joining the Wilkes administration, Dr. Hartdagen served at Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota. He attained his Ph.D. at Northwestern University. SPRING 1980 7 �How does teaching the liberal arts heighten the ability of students to see relationships and distinctions? Dr. Faut:_________________ Apollonius of Tyana in Rhodes Apollonius was speaking about proper education and culture with a young man building a luxury house in Rhodes. "When I enter a temple." said the Tyanian finally, “even if it is a small one. I'd much rather see a gold and ivory statue there than a statue of common clay in a large temple." npGL9fv OU flJG gG[]GC(fOU8 "Of common clay": how disgusting — yet some (who haven’t been adequately trained) are taken in by what's bogus. Of common clay. C.P. Cavafy Dr. Howard Willi Chairman. Department of and Finance Associate Professor of Economic. "Modern society offers us unlimited opportunities to look foolish and make significant blunders." The goal of a liberal arts education is to enable the student to distinguish the bogus from the genuine, to not be misled by external appearance, to recognize the beauty of a gold and ivory statue in an otherwise undistinguished setting as compared to the common clay statue in a magnificant setting, in short to recognize excellence and talent in the wide variety of disciplines which make the totality of life. The breadth and excellence of the liberal arts experience constitutes the mythological background — in the best sense — from which life’s decisions are made. This is the stated goal in the very early history of education and is still true today. - probable path io .-■& ’.r«_>re Such ...rages Ms. D’Vorzon:____________ ■itn the Ci .a XiWugh qucsfe 3: The key word of the question is, to me, the word "relationship.” Our primary function as educators is to help the student learn to survive in an increasingly confusing world; to give the student some structure to see him or herself in relation to this changing world. Somehow the word "historical" keeps coming to mind. I believe that the true study of history goes beyond the history curriculum. All of the liberal arts (and the sciences) must be seen in historical perspective. Art History, for instance, should be taught in its cultural environment. As an example, the technological advances made during the Impressionist Era, specifically the development of the camera, had an enormous effect on how the Impressionists perceived their world, how they, therefore, portrayed it, and finally, how we, through their art, experience the world of nature. By understanding relationships and changes within the historical framework, one is better equipped to put seemingly unrelated events into a workable perspective today. Dr. Williams:_____________ A student with a solid grounding in the liberal arts will find that many facts, trends, historical undercurrents and accomplishments that once seemed unrelated and random, begin to fit together in a very broad mosaic. That mosaic is the exclusive possession of people of intellect and it is the liberal arts that provide the tiles and mortar for the mosaic. No accountant, engineer, nurse or programmer holds a bona fide claim to being educated if they lack the foundation provided by the liberal arts. How do the liberal arts survive in a world that is increasingly technological and scientific? Dr. Faut:_________________ For a scientist this question could almost be reversed. The impact of the liberal arts on science and technology has been profound because the vast majority of scientists and technologists have training and education in the liberal arts. However, very few nonscientists are conversant with the fundamental ideas of science. The horrifying aspect of this to a scientist is the fierce pride taken in this ignorance by some nonscientists. C. P. Snow's idea that Newton's laws of motion and the laws of thermodynamics should be as familiar to the public as Shakespeare’s plays is viable. However, this suggestion has been lost in the educational turmoil of the seventies. Perhaps it would be well to recall a phrase from several decades ago, on the liberal arts and sciences. The ability of today's student to participate as tomorrow's citizen depends on the scope of today's education in the liberal arts and sciences. Dr. Rodechko:____________ History, my own academic discipline, is a synthesis of the human experience. It draws together a consideration of art. science, philosophy, literature, sociology, politics, economics, and a host of other fields through the common vehicle of the past. The study of history, therefore, should involve an integrative approach to the entirety of human experience. Ideally, the subject should be perfectly oriented to the student's need to see relationships among diverse areas. In my own mind, the degree to which the historian suggests those relationships, and in addition relates the past to present conditions and problems, is a valid criteria for determining that particular historian's effectiveness and importance. Ms. D’Vorzon:____________ I believe that there is a difference between the terms "scientific” and "technological.” A student who is beginning to work in visual art or in any of the creative arts will do well to read the great mathematician Henri Poincare's essay on creativity. It helps to explain the creative act in a universal manner and does away with some of the myths concerning the lack of relationship between art and science. An interesting example of similarities was the widespread reaction of artists to Watson's The Double Helix when it appeared in print. Artists found surprising connections between the world of science and the art world. The book may have been controversial, but it helped to bridge the gap between these seemingly disparate worlds. "Technological," on the other hand, means to me the application of science. And the increasingly technological quality of our world is SPRING 1930 9 �of great concern. Perhaps most devices, such as television, in ou lives. This encourages a nonthinking, passive population — and ult|mate V a dissatisfied people. I think that this growing dissatisfaction may be a good thing; that although people sometimes forget, there is a need for creative experience. Perhaps I am deceiving myself in order to survive as an artist, but I have seen glimmers of recognition of this need recently. And as a teacher in the humanities, I will do my best to encourage it. Dr. Williams:_______ __ The liberal arts survive by being necessary and being perceived as necessary by the thinking people in our society. The ideas and concepts that one derives from the liberal arts separate us from robots and computers, and there will always be a significant number of important people in the world who guide the young toward the study of liberal arts. Dr. Rodechko:_________ Frankly, I don't think that science is at odds with the liberal arts tradition. In fact, I personally believe that science is a critical part of that tradition. It seems to me that the greatest threat to the liberal arts heritage is the current career emphasis that students confront, even on the high school level. Because of a tight economic situation, students are desperately seeking out sure career goals and are inclined to view a comprehensive liberal arts program as an annoying distraction. Unfortunately, I believe that many of the students who seek occupational certainties through narrow career-oriented programs may be sadly disappointed. Since current projections indicate that occupational and professional needs will constantly change over the next two decades, many college graduates may be very well trained to pursue fields that encounter declining employment needs. Given this situation, the liberal arts student who carefully chooses elective credit hours in a variety of areas, may actually have the greatest number of career options. 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY How do the liberalarts speak to the problems of man in modern society. Dr. Faut:____________ In his poenTwai^S For T(h® Barbarians'' — Cavafy tells of the waiting to confer titles and honors on the barbarian leader. The leading citizens are dressed in their 'nest clothes and jewels. The practitioners of rhetoric and public speaking have been kept away because barbarians do not enjoy these cultural pursuits. However, the barbarians fail to arrive and the citizens are grievously disappointed. "Now what s going to happen to us without barbarians? Those people were a kind of solution." A solution to what? Kenneth Clark answers this question in his book Civilization when he suggests that all great civilizations have had a vigor, a vitality, a weight of energy behind them. Cavafy’s ancient city is listless, immobile, energyless — dead. Is it too farfetched to suggest that the energy of our civilization comes — at least in some significant part — from the rigor and discipline of an excellent liberal arts and sciences education? Is it not reasonable to believe — as part of the mythos of our present life — that the liberal arts and sciences foster the creative person who — unmindful of only his own discipline — will create tomorrow’s step forward for civilization? To me, it is not only reasonable but absolutely essential because I believe this is where the energy of our civilization originates. Ms. D’Vorzon:__________ The Humanities are to me, a humanizing force. Our problems are, after all, human problems, and the technological advances being made today must be applied in a human way. We, in the liberal arts, must not act like ostriches and ignore reality. The time of the intellectual living in an ivory tower, concerned only with an esoteric circle, is over. I believe that we must learn to use technology creatively; that we must learn to recognize the useful advances, and reject the merely frivolous junk that intrudes on our lives. Television must be used in a less passive manner And finally, we must help our students to go beyond mere survivalwe must teach them to use themselves and their world in a meaningful and enriching manner. O thinkjQu kpowthe x c\A^kes — Campus r Dr. Williams: Modern society offers us unlimited" opportunities to look foolish and make significant blunders. The explosion of knowledge and information during the past fifty years has forced us all into ever narrower specialties and created a society in which no one is a real expert in any broad area. This means we must all frequently confront facts and situations that we are not professionally competent to evaluate At such times the quality of one's mind is on trial and the verdict from our peers depends on that quality. The liberal arts provide that quality of mind. Biology and Mathematics majors of the pre1970 era would know this building. C. Bruce Payne once lived here. B. "The BIG WHITE TOWER." Dr. Rodechko:___________ The great problem of our own time and in the forseeable future is an overwhelming societal emphasis on material considerations. Since World War II, Americans have come to regard luxuries as absolute necessities. The massive effort to possess material objects, and I include in this the desire for recreation and entertainment, tends to inculcate common values. Since all of us want the same things, the logical product is social, political, and economic conformity. In this context, the humanities, emphasizing creativity, diversity, and the overall quality of life, offer an alternative. Whether or not that alternative will be accepted is, of course, questionable. Again, the almost total career orientation and materialistic direction of our society suggest an atmosphere that is not very conducive to humanistic study and contemplation. D. It's a courtyard but name it? . . . Art Miller, QUARTERLY photographer, recently journeyed around the Wilkes College campus and recorded some of the architectural subjects that made an impression on him. Can you identify their locations? Answers on page 15. B E. A premier showplace of Wyoming Valley. O F. No clue! Consider yourself you get this one. G. A carriage house near a prominent campus building. H. First Structure donated to Wilkes College. SPRING 1980 11 �i .-E K.\ - NOOIH^Il <undfh& b. / ! ' ' l ...... : w II , E;EE-L ' ■- ■■■■ ■E: by Dr. Bruce F. Berryman, lames Michael Case, and Brian T. Redmond Introduction Flooding in the Susquehanna at Wilkes-Barre is normally the result of one of three phenomena: spring thaw, rainstorms, or hurricanes (or more properly, the remnants of tropical storms). March through early April is the time of spring thaw, and if there has been a heavy accumulation of ice and snow during the winter and if the thaw is quick due to rapidly rising temperatures, the river may flood. Or if the winter has been especially severe and the river has completely frozen over upstream, a sudden thaw could result in an ice­ jam at some curve or narrow' point in the river. Once the river is jammed, it does not take a great deal of water to back up behind the jam and to begin flooding over the banks. Severe ice jams flooded Wilkes-Barre with ice and water in 1784, 1866, 1875, 1893, 1895, 1898, 1899, and twice in 1904. Precipitation in this region is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year but is slightly higher in the spring and late summer. The rainstorms generally move in slowly from the south or southwest or inland from the coast. A high-pressure area to the northeast of Pennsylvania frequently causes the slowly moving rainstorms to stall over northeastern Pennsylvania, and the collision of the two air masses produces even more rain, sometimes resulting in local flash floods. Tropical storms usually move in from the south or southwest during the storm season which lasts from about June to November. The Susquehanna is affected to some extent by a tropical storm about once every three years. Generally, there is 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY little flooding except when one storm follows immediately upon another (as in 1955) or when an especially vigorous tropical storm is held over one area for a considerable time (as in 1972). Flood History of the Susquehanna River The Indian claim that there had been no flooding of the Susquehanna at Wilkes-Barre before the whites settled in the valley seems doubtful, since there have been at least 79 floods since 1772 (see table). Official flood records do not start until April, 1889, but the earliest recorded flood occurred in the latter part of February, 1772, when it caused a Kingston town meeting to be postponed. Some of the floods were colorful, such as the Great Pumpkin Flood when great quantities of pumpkins were strewn over the lower plains of the river. The highest flood in recorded history at Wilkes-Barre was the great flood of June, 1972, which reached a gauge height of 40 9 feet. Another large flood was the St. Patrick's Day flood of March, 1936, which reached a height of 33.1 feet. This flood occurred 61 years after another St. Patrick's Day flood in 1875 which, because of an ice gorge, reportedly reached a height of 35.6 feet. The 1936 flood was surpassed by the September, 1975, flood which at 35.1 feet was the second highest of this century. However, the 1975 flood was confined to the river channel and did not spill out onto the flood plain as did the 1936 flood. Had the 1936 flood been confined to a river channel, it possibly could have reached a greater gauge height. The river height of the Susquehanna River at Wilkes-Barre is monitored behind the Luzerne County Court House by Civil Defense. A gauge has been constructed near the river and the bottom of the river designated as zero feet gauge height. (The zero mark itself is at an elevation of 512.07 feet above sea level.) Since the river is constantly excavating and redepositing sediment in its channel, it sometimes happens that the bed of the river at any given time might be above or below the zero mark on the gauge. The lowest flow ever recorded was minus 1.78 feet in September, 1964, during the Great Eastern Drought. Flood Frequency The river is said to be flooding whenever it begins to overflow its natural banks. At Wilkes-Barre, the natural banks of the river are located at a gauge height of 22 feet. The height of the natural river bank is in equilibrium with the tendency of the river to deposit material in its channel whenever it is flowing at less than bankfull (22 feet) and with its tendency to excavate material from the channel and redeposit it on the floodplain whenever the river exceeds its banks. For a river with the characteristics of the Susquehanna and unconfined by other than its natural banks, it would take about one flood every three or four years to excavate out what the river has been slowly depositing when it is not flooding. Note that the amount of work in both cases is the same, but that while deposition takes place slowly over many months and even years, one good flood can clean out the channel in a matter of hours or days. It can also be seen that if the river is confined to its channel by dikes (or more properly levees) when it begins to flood, it will tend to rise higher since it is not being allowed to il' : aw aEERaEa ■W EES SE® |gg| ■' aa aw® ..TEE-'iiiiffi '*1. WILKES COLLEGE ■ ■' s|aftE,. F&E .KI fe B'®.T.S - is < I r '.c_ was '■'TWJS ________ ■ -5^. I* ■ , 1IJ II < V .. f ' J 5^4«45IW»*»W1Trt V ■ ’ • :- c- \ i Your gift will maintain our tradition of excellence and assure a financiallystrong Wilkes College ■ ' i i.wii - .'Ew EEEBEE EE':..; ■ " • E- '■ �, >.y R.- "f H ■. A'.' ■■■ _ *5 Mfr 1 aa ife. ibsb O ■ ■Ki. ■ < ■ Sa- TST .< . ~x-„ i' > :" 64- asr * SBOIP® ■ s h W iW sBS ! V ’ ■■ j»tiliF as i 4, AS o s/sss ■ rH rh 3 : Br % t M i ;s'isH * • w, •■•.sag ■' /*• 4OT »-- ria - j «®SS'-S- ioi Stet iJ s s I H J OS IS I 1|| s- I s :..^S - S ||SS* ia STS! 1 S ■ i 3 *. <2 4s O, ‘. I -O ST'S*-” • O^-.y-S.syc . •■» -Ssi z& I SPECIAL NOTICE FOR ALL ALUMNI! The 1980 Annual Campaign is the final phase of the three-year ALPHA CAMPAIGN to raise $2.4 million. One of the major components of the 1980 Annual Campaign is to sustain the quality of education at Wilkes College. sS»SSTOS;yTSSW!BS»SSH® i 2< ........ ®»s s i |Fass®«a. < s ■ ■ If you have not made (a) a previous pledge to ALPHA or (b) a 1980 Annual Scholarship commitment through the recently concluded Alumni phonothons, please make your pledge now by completing the attached pledge card today. tA £ £ I& ft) Q 3 © 1 c/j u I h «at o s ° o £ < 2? u 2 “ tSx > t/2 2 0 Q M - J J 40§ I § CL, * sa , .^1? r ’ ■ " •. *? . ■• ii■ s 1 JgB£ ' 11 ■ > ' ■E o M « 6 cu PLEASE HELP US REACH THIS GOAL FOR WILKES! W ' * iI •3 i S is *0 CD <D 2 § tn £ j a ra O g "S X 1 & SS " o*. Q .= We are pleased to announce that we have reached $2.3 million of our $2.4 million goal. 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Certainly, considerable material is carried downstream but this is replaced by sediment imported from upstream of about 500 years.recurrence interval areas. Flood frequency will depend, 5mons other things, on the rainfall nattern in the area upriver of WilkesBarre. This area, or drainage basin, of Wilkes-Barre covers about 9960 square miles and includes the areas around Scranton, Towanda, Elmira, Binghamton, Cooperstown, and others. Only rain in the drainage basin will affect the river height at Wilkes-Barre so that it could rain "cats and dogs" in Wilkes-Barre with very little change in river height at Wilkes-Barre. However, the effects would show up downstream at Harrisburg. On the other hand, Wilkes-Barre could be suffering a drought and experience a flood caused by severe rainstorms in the Binghamton area. Since 1772, a time span of 208 years, there have been 49 years when the river has flooded once that year, 12 years when the river has flooded twice that year, and two years when the river has flooded three times in one year (1891 and 1904). Therefore, on the basis of these data, the chances that in any given year the river will not flood at all are about 70%; that it will flood once, 23%; flood twice, 6%; and flood three times, 1%. (Remember that "flood" means above the natural banks of the river, a gauge height of 22 feet; it does not necessarily mean water flowing in the streets of Wilkes-Barre.) It is of interest to know not only what the chances are that the river will flood but also what the expectations of flood size (or depth) are. Obviously, the greater the flood, the less likely that it will happen; that is, small floods occur more frequently than large floods. The z >r w > 2 O 2 td r 1 , — (-< co 2 a S <2 g M o H Hrj 2 O M CZ> ’-O X rm > s s average time between floods of a given size is the "recurrence interval," or the interval of time between flood recurrences. For instance, a 100-year flood would recur on the average once every 100 years. This does not mean that you can expect the flood to recur every hundred years on the dot If you c°Unfed fhe number of floods of that size --a o orr greater over a thousand-year Period,■ you might expect ten of them. Over the past 200 years the number of disrupting floods reported within a given time period has^ remained about the same; yet the magnitude (or depth) of the floods seems to have increased somewhat This apparent paradox can be explained by our own effects on the Susquehanna River. As a result of increased erosion and sedimentation, flood frequency of all size floods has increased. However, the construction of numerous small dams and reservoirs has resulted in the containment of the smaller floods. Thus, we experience only the larger floods, but there are as many of these as there were floods of all sizes in the past. Our Impact on the Flood Cycle Anyone living in Wyoming Valley is vitally interested in flood control and over the years a number of flood control measures have been and are being proposed; however, the ultimate cause of flooding is irregularity in the rainfall. WilkesBarre and the Susquehanna River watershed receive some 40 inches of rain a year and were this rain to fall evenly throughout the year, the level in the river would change very little except for spring thaw. Until the day comes when we can completely control rainfall, we shall have floods. A second cause of floods, over which we have very little control, is the spring thaw. If large amounts of ice and snow accumulate in the watershed and are then subjected to a fast rise in temperature, or worse yet, a warm rain — the river will rise. There are some factors, however, over which we do have some control, factors which can aggravate or alleviate flooding. For a given flow, a river can move a given amount of material (the sediment load). Coarser sediment such as sand will be dragged or bounced along the river bottom while finer particles such as clay will be carried in suspension If the sediment load in the river is low, the river will expend more of its energy moving sand along the river bottom, leaving the water clear and relatively free of suspended matter; but if the sediment load is large, the river expends more energy moving the finer clay resulting in murky water and deposition of the coarser sands in the river channel. The last 200 years have seen great changes in the Susquehanna River watershed. As a result of deforestation, agriculture, strip­ mining, construction activities, and other soil-disturbing processes, the amount of sediment reaching the Susquehanna has greatly increased. Under these conditions, sand tends to accumulate in the channel, forming sand bars, islands, and raising flood frequency. Sand bars are especially prone to form where the flow of the river is disturbed by the entry of a tributary into the Susquehanna. For example, Scoval Island is located where it is because the even flow of the Susquehanna is disturbed by the entry of the Lackawanna River; smaller bars can be seen near the entrances of other tributaries. Should Scoval Island or any similar island be removed by dredging, and assuming that the factors which control sedimentation are not altered, it would not be long before a new Scoval Island formed. Another important factor in aggravating floods is the time which it takes for rain water falling onto the watershed to reach the Susquehanna River channel. Two hundred years ago, the watershed was heavily forested and sparsely populated. Rainfall was, to a larger extent than today, absorbed by the heavily vegetated and thick soils of the watershed. Water would slowly filter into the river through the soils and ground-water. But today as a result of deforestation, poor agricultural practices, strip-mining, and urbanization with its efficient storm sewers and parking lots, more of the rain falling on the watershed is rapidly shunted into the river channel. The result is higher river peaks. Flooding and flood protection often leave behind ironic, environmental side-effects. For example, the Agnes flood left a legacy of future minefires, one of which has already started above Courtdale, near Larksville, and is now two years old. The flood left thousands of tons of good, fertile silt lying upon the infertile streets, parking lots, and residences of the floodplain. This highly organic topsoil scavenged from the entire watershed, a “gift of the Nile" so to speak, was scraped up and used to fill in some of the abandoned strip-mine pits in the valley, a legacy of the anthracite era. Unfortunately, the very organic matter that makes the flood sediments so fertile may make it SPRING 1980 13 �I Answers To Photo Feature: dig the fire out today. Meanwhile, the susceptible to spontaneous combustion when buried — especially when mixed with a witch s brew of flood debris. Since strip pits have exposed coal veins in their walls, once the fill is ignited, it is only a matter of time until the coal veins themselves start burning. In the mid 1970's, one of the filled pits above Courtdale ignited and had to be dug out. Some time later, smoke was noticed rising from an adjacent pit. Now the burning area covers over 3 acres. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources estimates that it would cost as much as 4 million dollars to I pollution problems for the residents of the area. Among the recent proposals to provide increased flooding protection to the Wyoming Valley residents is the option of river dredging. However, government engineers are not in favor of such a plan because of its exhorbitant expense and the massive logistical problems associated with disposing of the dredged materials (often termed dredge spoils). A more insidious hazard concerns the chemical Feb.1772 15 Mar. 1784" 05 Oct. 1786 Apr. 1807 July 1809 Jan.1831 14 Mar. 1833 May 1833 Jan. 1841 1842 1843 13 Mar. 1846" Sept. 1850 18 Mar. 1865 Feb. 1866" 16 Mar. 1875" 24 Jan. 1891 19 Feb. 1891 27 Feb.1891 11 Mar. 1893" 05 May 1893 03 Mar. 1895" 01 Apr. 1896 15Jan. 1898" 07 Jan.1899* 17 Jan.1899 28 Nov. 1900 II I I I 16 Dec. 1901 02 Mar. 1902 25 Mar. 1903 11 Oct. 1903 10 Feb.1904" 09 Mar. 1904" 27 Mar. 1904 Peak Gauge Height ■ ;i feen ? 30.0 29.0 30.0 ? ? 28.0 ? ? ? ? ? 33.1 7 35.6 26.8 23.5 23.0 28.7 22.0 27.0 24.0 23.2 25.0 23.5 22.0 27.0 31.4 22.4 22.0 25.7 30.6 23.5 23.4 26 Mar. 1905 02 Mar. 1909 03 Mar. 1910 03 Apr. 1912 23.0 26.1 22.6 28 Mar. 1913 28.5 Peak Gauge Height <in feet) Peak Discharge 29 Mar. 1914 188.000 198.000 178.000 232.000 165.000 132.000 128.000 118.000 137.000 132.000 118.000 167,000 213.000 122.000 118,000 26 Feb. 1915 10 July 1915 02 Apr. 1916 15 Mar. 1918 14 Mar. 1920 29 Nov. 1921 08 Apr. 1924 01 Oct. 1924 13 Feb.1925 17 Nov. 1926 20 Oct. 1927 17 Mar. 1929 22 Apr. 1929 10 July 1935 13 Mar. 1936 19 Mar. 1936 22 Feb. 1939 01 Apr. 1940 Dec. 1942 Jan. 1943 09 May 1946 21 Mar. 1948 13 Mar. 1952 16 Mar. 1955 09 Mar. 1956 06 Apr. 1956 08 Apr. 1958 01 Apr. 1960 05 Apr. 1960 27 Feb.1961 07 Apr. 1961 02 Apr. 1962 07 Mar. 1963 131.000 128.000 158,000 124,000 183.000 28.3 23.3 22.6 26.5 23.0 26.0 22.3 23.5 22.1 25.1 22.7 24.7 23.3 26.4 25.4 28.8 33.1 23.8 31.5 27.4 29.6 32.0 28.8 22.5 26.5 28.2 22.5 26.8 29.6 25.2 26.2 25.0 22.8 28.9 11 Mar. 1964 03 Mar. 1972 30 2 24 June 1972 40.9 26 Feb.1975 27 Sept. 1975 26.3 35.1 22.8 Peak Discharge lC FS.) 181.000 130.000 124,000 162.000 128,000 157.000 121,000 132,000 119.000 148,000 126.000 144,000 131,000 162,000 151,000 186,000 232,000 137,000 214,000 171,000 193,000 220,000 186,000 123,000 163,000 180,000 123,000 166.000 193,000 150,000 160,000 147,000 126,000 190,000 199.000 126.000 345.000 161,000 257,000 Gauge height at bankfuii stage is 22.0 feet or an elevation eisvation of of 533.94 533.94 feet feel above above sealevel. sealevel. Anything Anything htJiJr- lists ail si! known knnu/n flood fir,nd levels ir.u-.ir. from <____ . 1772 to 1979 .. above 22.0 feet is considered flood The table above If a year is not represented in the table, then the river did not flood that year. •That 'iood was caused by an ice gorge or jam. therefore, no discharge is given. (C.F.Sj is cubic feet per second: average flow is about 17,000 C.F.S. Most of the data was provided by Col. Souchik of Civil Defense; some data came from various historical sources. 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY A. Fascade of the old Conyngham Hall, destroyed by fire in 1968. B. Hanging lamp in the stairway of Weckesser Hall. C. Columns in front of Butler Hall, home of the Education Department, located on the comer of West Northampton and South River Streets. D. Arnaud C. Marts Courtyard of the Stark Learning Center. E. An easy one! The Sordoni Art Gallery. F. Take a close look someday at the exterior decorative work of Weckesser Hall. G. Carriage House at the rear of the new Conyngham Sludent Center, H. Stained glass window on the second floor landing of Chase Hall. Finally, it is unfortunate that we have such a strong tendency to build our cities on our most fertile farmland, thereby lessening one of FLOOD PEAKS OF THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER AT WILKES-BARRE. PA. Dale i fire spreads, threatening nearby property and producing annoying air problems associated with the disposal of the dredge spoils. These materials may contain absorbed toxic trace metals, pesticides, and other organic compounds. Improper exposure of dredge spoils to air, rain, and freezing-thawing conditions may result in the leaching of these toxic substances, thus adversely affecting our ground-water and water supplies. In addition to these arguments, it can be added that river dredging is a short-term solution to the flooding problem since the river will preferentially re-sediment in the dredged portion of the channel. J our greatest resources — food production! If the floodplain were restricted to farmland and parks, an occasional flood would do little damage. It would even revitalize the soil! It would be very difficult to turn back that particular clock, but 3K Poland invites you additional construction on the floodplain could be discouraged Perhaps, there are legacies of tampering with the river that we are yet to encounter, hidden costs which we and the generations of the future will have to pay. Certainly, we should be careful and informed about any projects which affect the river and which may result in serious future environmental hazards and damage. Concluding Remarks Flooding is a natural part of a riverine system and will always occur. Although floods bring human misery and grief, the Susquehanna River is not an enemy which should be fought. It is just a river, whose behavior is governed by various natural processes. One great lesson that the environmental movement has taught us is that we cannot fight natural processes on a large scale and win. The only way to win, that is, live without feeling undo adverse affects from natural processes, is to understand them and adopt lifestyles which are compatible with them. O 'Dr. Bruce Berryman, chairman of the Wilkes College Department of Earth and Environmental Science, has been a member of the Wilkes College Faculty since 1973 The associate professor holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin. James Michael Case is an assistant professor of earth and environmental sciences. A member of the College Faculty since 1978, Case holds a M S. from Dalhousie College, Halifax, Canada. Brian T. Redmond, a Wilkes Faculty Member since 1976, is an instructor of earth and environmental science He holds a M S from Michigan State. POLISH POSTERS From June 28 to July 27, the ______ ...ill Sordoni Art Gallery will feature an exhibit of one of the most prominent art forms in Poland - Posters. Approximately 180 posters from the early 1900’s until the present are on loan from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service to the Sordoni Gallery. The posters illustrate the internationally acclaimed excellence and the historical development of the poster in Poland. Subject matter for Polish posters has little to do with advertising in the Western sense, since competition in business has no part in the economy. Imagery, instead, is applied to social messages, cultural events, tourism, and international concerns. , Fifty-five artists are represented >n the exhibition. The show will be formally opened with a reception and a performance by the Trojaki ance Circle of Maryland. A RETROSPECTIVE An exhibit entitled “Louise Carpenter: A Retrospective” will be on display from May 31 through June 22 at the Sordoni Art Gallery. Mrs. Carpenter, of Mendenhall, Pa., and Martha's Vineyard, Mass., is a member and past president of Studio Group, Inc., Wilmington, Delaware. This group works in the famous Howard Pyle Studio. Mrs. Carpenter, the wife of Donald Carpenter, a trustee of Wilkes , College, studied design at the School , of Fine Arts and Crafts in Boston, rs where she painted under Charles Hopkinson. She has also painted under Charles Hawthorne in Provincetown, Mass., and now teaches classes in art and outdoor sketching. Mrs. Carpenter’s work is on display at the Delaware Art Museum, the Wilmington Trust Company, the duPont Hotel, and has been included in many private collections. SPRING I960 15 �, 7979-80 season, Diane During ‘ | record with 600 points set a uwhile averaging 25.0 points sC°tednie Through three years she I . „,v^ ■ ------------ wasasC Vaiiey West High School WyXs1°n. At Wilkes, Diane has lndKone game with over 50 points, had , r 40 12 over 30, and 30 Server the 20-point plateau. sportsw^s^® til pinball Player are: Most points Ak 1^12 , free throws (14 of by Eddie White III 'ao 1 I THE MAKING OF AN ALL-AMERICAN Junior Diane Kendig continues to make a strong bid to become the finest female athlete in Wilkes College athletic history. Recently, the 5-4 guard on the women’s IRTS ! 4 Wrestling: overall record: 19-2 (school record 18 straight wins] EIWA Tourney, Lehigh: third place [16 teams) EIWA Individual Place - winners: Mark Densberger, sr., second place —158 Bryan Billig, Jr., second place —134 Bob Matzelle, sr., second place — HWT. Bart Cook, sr., third place —177 Top Grapplers: Bryan Billig, jr., (23-6-0) Mark Densberger. sr., (18-6-0) Bart Cook, sr.. (17-3-OJ Bob Matzelle, sr., (16-6-0) John Reese s 27-year coaching record at Wilkes: (286-60-8) 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY basketball team was selected firstteam All-American by the American Women's Sports Foundation. In addition to the national recognition, Diane was named as the Middle Atlantic Conference’s “Most Valuable Player,” and garnered first-team All MAC honors. This past season, she led the Wilkes basketball team to a 16-10 record, their finest one-season team performance ever. Men’s Basketball. overall record: 10-13 Middle Atlantic Conference: 6-7, third place leading scorers: Kendall McNeil, sr., (16.1) Mike McCarrie, Jr., (15.0) Tony Madden, so., (11.6) Women’s Basketball: overall record: 16-10 Middle Atlantic Conference: 9-8 Meet Results Colonels Opponents Wilkes 54 York College 0 Wilkes 11 Lehigh U. 34 Wilkes 11 Oregon St. U. 29 Wilkes 21 Navy 15 Wilkes 38 Dela. V. College 9 Wilkes 38 E. Stroud’bg. St. 7 Wilkes 38 Shippens’bg. St. 0 Wilkes 25 Tenn. U. 14 Wilkes 33 Syracuse U. 14 Wilkes 36 Rutgers U. 6 Wilkes 41 Lycoming College 12 Wilkes 43 Binghamton St. 3 Wilkes 34 South Conn. 7 Wilkes 39 U. of Conn. 9 Wilkes 18 Penn St. U. 14 Wilkes 20 Hofstra U. 18 Wilkes 30 Bucknell Li. 9 Wilkes 23 Franklin & Marshall 14 Wilkes 23 Virginia Tech 16 Wilkes 24 Old Dominion 19 Forfeit Win Richmond University leading scorers: Diane Kendig, jr., (25.0) Lynn Yedlock, sr., (11.4) Mary Jo Frail, sr., (9.5) Middle Atlantic Conference all-star: Diane Kendig, first team (MVP) All-American, first-team: Diane Kendig Swimming: overall record: 4-7-1 Middle Atlantic Conference Championship Medal Winners: Peggy Butchkavitz, so. three medals 2nd — 200 - breaststroke 4th — 100-breaststroke 5th — 50 - freestyle Reed Bello, fr., — one medal 3rd — 1 meter diving Michele Maguire, so. — three medals 6th —200-IM 6th — loo - butterfly 6th — 200 - butterfly goals (22). She also holds the season marks in those respective categories with 600 points, 139 steals, and 103 field goals. This season, she set the Wilkes mark for most field goals with 252. careerp™,OM^stanTcoach S Vr^"—"3'5'' .occasion of making her 1000th ana Coach Nancy Roberts. o ‘^cowNEW wwwal The "SOUTH RIVER STREET REVIVAL" was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between January 4, 1980 and April 12, 1980. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. QJoli? Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. 1 e.jOncerriBd uncles and aunts we ou d be delighted to hear from you °ain- If any alumni can help us in the S4a>rCh’ PleaSe dr°P a line With ,n ,a LSses °f °ur missing nieces Alu nephervs to the Wilkes College A?f1F.-Lahr’56 Wesld ^Jmareoux '60 r *<• Lang ’58 Kenneth J. Lantelme '57 James J. Larkin '53 Rosemary B. Lauer '70 Edward J. Laux '55 Mrs. Catherine Kilgallon Lavin '36 Harold J. Lawrence, jr. '49 Dr. Bernice Leagus '51 Dr. Charles J. Leagus '54 Delores C. Leagus '52 Marsha Pezzner Leberson ’72 Chen Chris Lee '73 Cecile Gratkowski Lee '64 Linda J. Lee '70 Gerald B. Lefkowitz '57 Joan M. Leggetts 66 Joseph I. Leibman 58 Donna M. Lemke 72. Bernard S. Lenovitz 37 David Levin 72 Leon A. Levin 54 Janet Marie Levitski /6 Delmar George Lewis '60 George J. Lewis '52 John F. Lewis '73 William D. Lewis '53 Regina Banick Lieb '76 Alvin Lipachultz '56 Joseph A. Lipinski '64 Albert C. Lumm '68 Ann Masley Lockwood '65 Ann Lodge '55 Rita Toole Loftus '76 David J. Longmire '66 Angelo J. Lorenzoni '68 F. Kevin Loughran '70 Atty. Samuel J. Lowe '58 Carolyn Nargo Lowum '43 Joel E. Lubin '69 Edmund B. Luft '69 Dr. John A. Lupas 54 Ruth C. DeWitt Lupinski 74 Sylvia Luther 72 SPRING 19S0 17 �Services Administration, Estelle Harrington McAndrew '43 Paul E. McAndrew 74 Shelia M. McAndrew 71 Shawna L. McCarthy 75 Kevin McGinley 72 Susan Weckel McGrady 73 Brian T. McGrath '69 Gerard A. McHale '67 Ellen Hope McLoughlin '53 Mary Eileen McNally '65 Bernice Thomas McTague '56 Shiu-Wai Ma '67 Maria Franch Mabey 71 Robert T. Macey '67 Annette C. Macri 76 Harold K. Mager '67 Albert Malero 78 Carl J. Malisheski ’50 Ruth S. Malon 71 Kenneth Long Maloney ’67 Mildred Dyanick Malta 75 Edwin K. Manda '69 Betty Zeto Manfie '68 Raymond D. Marchakitus '62 Deborah A. Marchetti 77 Robert J. Marchlik '67 Thomas C. Marcy 76 Walter R. Markowski 78 John W. Marlatt '64 Richard F. Masciarella ’67 Eugene S. Mason '53 Edward J. Matthews '67 The World Listens ■ During last summer's two-week run of the internationally renowned Newport Jazz Festival, Thomas Hrynkiv '63 appeared in no fewer than 20 concerts. When questioned about Hrynkiv's value to the program, Mark Malkovich, festival director, quickly replied — "Without Tom, we’d be nowhere." Such praise is hardly new to Thomas Hrynkiv. who began piano studies at the age of eight. "I always knew I wanted to do it," he says. Both my parents were greatly supportive of my studying. Although they weren't classical, there was always music in my home.” he continues, "it's part of our heritage." And, indeed it must be. Of the six Hrynkiv children (four are Wilkes College graduates — Robert '64, Michael 71, 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Nilus L. Mattive 72 Paulette M. Mautusavage■ 70 Constance Maximowica '('65 Harold J. Mayo 75 Frank L. Mazzeo '60 cAlofes 1942 ELMO CLEMENTE has been confirmed by the State Senate to the State Board of Examiners of Public Accountants. Elmo, owner of the accounting firm of Clemente and Snyder, resides in Kingston, Pa., with his wife, Terry. The couple has five sons, Nicholas, Robert, Stephen, James, and Thomas. 1953 PAUL B. BEERS, associate editor of “The Patriot-News” in Harrisburg, Pa., has had his new book published. It is entitled “Pennsylvania Politics, Today and Yesterday, The Tolerable Accommodation.” and Walter ’67), three are involved in the arts. Brother Bill plays popular piano music in Florida, and Robert is an abstract impressionist, living in Connecticut. Their father was a soloist in a Ukrainian folk and tap dance group while their mother plays the piano and provides encouragement. "Thomas never had to be pushed," she says. From an early age, he practiced as much as four hours a day. The practice paid off. Hrynkiv has been receiving commendations and winning competitions since the age of 13. At 14 he began playing violin, and later viola in the local symphony. By 16, Hrynkiv was conducting a youth orchestra. That same year, he appeared in Carnegie Recital Hall. In 1962, Hrynkiv won the National Music Teacher's Competition. Later, he won yet another competition, this time gaining an opportunity to play the Tschaikovsky Concerto with Leopold Stokowski conducting. Hrynkiv received his B.A. in music from the College and studied under Ann Liva. While studying for his Master's degree at the Manhattan School of Music, he received the Frank Huntington Brebe Award, and upon graduation he was given the Harold Bauer Award, the school's highest honor. Later, he won the gold medal in the Geneva competition and was the unanimous choice of the "Hour of Music" competition. ANTHONY GIUSTI, 979 Upland Drive, Elmira, New York, is director of Manufacturing Services Projects, Manufacturing Services division and the General Administrative department of the Corning Glass Works in Corning. 1958 JOSEPH SCHOONOVER has been promoted to vice president and treasurer of Ettco Tool and Machine Company, Inc., York, Pa. JOSEF M. REESE has been appointed claims manager in the Scranton branch office of the Ohio Casualty Group of Insurance Companies. Joe, his wife, Lyn, and two children, Betsy and Tom, reside in Dallas, Pa. 1961 AUDREY HUNTZINGER MORGAN has been promoted to vice-president and trust officer in the Trust Division of United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre, where Audrey resides with her four children, Kim, Brian, Mario, and Robin. xt « V reSldeS m D-CpS?viHe. Maryland. fores1*1 rEV. GA 1962 DEHOPE, director of cathedral School, the Epovas recently elected to puert0 R ' Board of the the G°^on °f Episcopal Schools. 1963 con V the A. L. Herst Sedation, and he resides m Washington Crossing, P . ADMINISTRATIVE profile - CHARLES ABATE by Edward Van Buren '80 JOSEPH KRATZ has been promoted to assistant inspector general for the When he made his debut in 1967 during a tour of major European cities, the critic for London's DAILY TELEGRAPH praised his "dazzlingly brilliant technique." Berlin's DIE WELT, meanwhile pronounced him "second to none of the younger pianists. Following his recording of the piano music of Glinka for the Musical Heritage Society, MUSICAL AMERICA magazine called Hrynkiv "a real discovery." His American appearances include performances at Kennedy Center, Constitution Hall,.as well as the Newport Jazz Festival. Hrynkiv is also one of the most-sought-after chamber music players in the United States, and has appeared with the Hellyer-Lucarelli-Hrynkiv Trio, the New American Trio, and the Audobon Quartet. Hrynkiv feels that he is now at the crossroads of his career. Each year his career grows bigger and a decision must be made whether to devote all his time to music or maintain his present level. "I will constantly make music, but I would never want to tour constantly." he says. "I have a good life-style, rather casual. I make a good living with my private teaching and the groups I play with. I don't know whether I want to sacrifice all this and go for the top, it’s really a major decision." Until Thomas Hrynkiv makes his decision, the world of fine music awaits.O acting aSeSvU Colleg?8 1»’’ i Li’ Charles Abate is dedicated to Wilkes College. Since 1966 he has served as Business Manager for the College: supervising the bookstore, purchasing insurance, managing the business office, and overseeing the maintenance department. He is fiercely loyal to the school, "I owe Wilkes College more than they owe me," he says, "and I'll work here as long as they'll have me." The present state of the world makes Charles Abate and his story seem almost like a "fairy tale." Fortunately, it isn't. Abate graduated born high school at the age of 16. ter three years in the service he ''ent into the grocery business with fa'm'f01'161 and began ra’s’n8 a J," Abate enrolled at Wilkes of wnat he calls "a love and thirst for education nar|Cc_'°n' " attended classes hou;‘i?e..whi?e.-^g5o to 55 working 50<’ to 55 eoaU 3 Week' Abate achieved his Laude" f957 8raduatin8 Magna Cum ‘"Accounting °llegeWithaB-Sfor^Crn11117; He beSan workin8 L—-—____ _ °Wn Nut Company, a 1965 1969 baenawaXKd^RR^ANhas research Tant in w'’ d,ssertation His wife, MARILYN THOMAS RJS^KOFSKI is a self employed artist. The couple has three children Lynn, Michael, and Keith. 1967 EMIL WARREN, trust officer for Wyoming National Bank, has been named an assistant vice president. Erml, his wife, the former PHYLLIS KRAVITZ ’66, and their four children reside in Alden, Pa, ksSSF— bysex°inSUodyt1he mVisi0n ol'labor chann r nal' *ribes as ^ey WILLIAM LEANDRI has been Promoted to vice president at yoming National Bank. Bill his Holl' ‘U and lW° dau”hters, Fort, Pand Mandy’ reside in For‘y ROBERT SILVI is personnel/ benefits manager at Bridon American Corporation, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. division of George Helen Enterprises, as assistant secretary/treasurer. He continued with the company "doing 1971 everything imaginable" until 1966. ROBERT TINNER, JR. has been "I remember receiving a phone call promoted to assistant auditor of the from John Chwalek,” Abate recalls, Hanover Bank of Pennsylvania. Bob "he mentioned that the College was and his wife, ANN UZUPS TINNER, looking for a business manager and reside at Indian Lake, Pa. that I should consider coming up and ATTY. LOUIS A. MANGANIELLO applying." He visited the College, was married to Deborah Jackson, met with Dr. Farley (then president and the couple resides in Houston, of the College) and got the job. Texas, where Louis is in private Abate, who resides on campus next practice. to the gymnasium, considers Wilkes College "one of the finest colleges around." Two of his sons graduated 1972 from the College. One is currently DEANNA GRIETZER JONES is a studying for his doctorate at Syracuse United Air Lines flight attendant, University, while the other is a and she resides in Redwood City, graduate of the Wilkes-Hahnemann California, with her husband, Program. "It would have been Thomas. impossible for my son to be a doctor WILLIAM HANBURY has recently if it had not been for the Wilkesbeen hired as associate director of Hahnemann program." the Convention and Visitors' Bureau Abate is himself one of seven of the Greater Syracuse Chamber of children, two of whom received Commerce, Syracuse, New York. college educations. He regrets that his father, a coal miner by trade, LIBRO CIARMATORI, 23 Park Lane, didn't live to see the realization of Exeter, Pa., has been promoted to his dream — to have his children vice president at Wyoming National educated. Bank. The Wilkes administrator took that JOANNE BROWN and Capt. Russell dream one step further. Twenty Nixdorf were married on December years after gaining his baccalaureate 17 1979 in Jupiter, Florida, where degree from Wilkes, he was awarded the couple is residing. Joanne was a Masters degree in Business promoted to assistant principal and Administration. summer school principal at Sabal Since that time, Abate has been Palm School, West Palm Beach. named as a Certified Purchas‘n“keS. A dauohter, Cheryl Ann, was born Manager, one of nine inhi Barre/Scranton Area. Currently, a member of the American Purchasing Society, Eastern • s Association of College and Busmess A son, Brian Michael. was born on Officers, and the National... Barbara and January 27, 1980, to E. Association of College o Services. __________ SPRING 1980 19 �MICHAEL PALKO. Brian is their first child. The family resides in La Plata, Maryland. 1973 ROBERT MATLEY has been promoted to assistant vice president, Commercial Loan Division, United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Bob ... ms his wife resides in Forty Fort with Trudy. ELLA McNAMARA MILLER has be Len anointed Student AcH.viUes Advisor by the California S ate University of Sacramento. Ella resides in the Sacramento area wii her husband, Stanton. r,„ree F. Elliot arrived on a tiny Wilkes Lus in the Fall of 1950, a quiet unobtrusive young man. Nobody at that time could have anticipated the monumental influence that this great and good man would gave on the College that he loved so dearly and the generation of young lives which would be touched by his personality. The limes when he arrived were peaceful, despite the outbreak of conflict in Korea. Life on our campus was relaxing and predictable. Harry Truman presided over the nation's affairs in Wahington; campus unrulincss was unheard of; Joe McCarthy, Vietnam, and Watergate lay in a future that no rational person in an age of rationality could have anticipated. Mays, Mantle, and Snyder patrolled Centerfield in Manhattan, and we opened many discussions with George over their respective merits. Casey Stengel, with monotonous regularity, whipped George's Bums in the autumn rites of the World Series. Only in recent years did this transplanted New Englander, George F. Elliot, ALAN BRYSKI has become a Physician's Assistant-Certified, and is a member of the staff of the Luzerne-Wyoming Counties Mental Health Department. He is employed at the psychiatric unit of General Hospital and is under contract to Screen-Gems and Dreena Music. The couple resides in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. mathematics from the University of Scranton on May 27, 1979, Patricia is employed as a secondary mathematics teacher in the Pittston Area School District, Pittston, Pa. ROBERT HOWES, JR. has been promoted to vice president of Franklin First Federal Savings and Loan Association. Bob and his wife, Roberta, reside at R.D.~3, Stroudsburg, Pa. CAROLE TROYNACKI and Steven DiGiacomo were recently married. Carole is a teacher, employed by the Wyoming Area School District in the Middle School South. A son, James Edward Daoust IB, was born on February 16,1980, to JAMES and JOAN COLOGNATO DAOUST II of Jacksonville, Fla. PAUL NATISHAN recently received his master’s degree in materials Science at the University of Virginia. Paul is continuing in a Ph.D. Program in the same department. 1976 ESTELLA PARKER has been appointed Public Relations director of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce. She resides with her family in Shavertown, Pa. 1918-March 24, 19S0 Augus,{'^~^K--- .... A daughter, Megan Christine, was born on May 3, 1979, to Emanuel and MARGARET REES POSLUSZNY. The family resides in . Kingston, Pa. Five months later, Penn Central leased A son, Adam Joseph, was bom the air space above the terminal to a on February 8,1980, to Ann and British Corporation which planned to erect CLYDE FITCH. Clyde is an office building on the site. Two plans superintendent of the sales/agencwere submitted to the Commission One icy development department of Aetna' envisioned a 55-story skyscraper above Life and Casualty Company, the terminal’s root while the other called Hartford. The family resides in for tearing down the front of the building Newington, Connecticut. and encasing the terminal in a 53-story glass and steel structure. 1974 When the city rejected both plans. Penn Central went to court, claiming a violation CAPTAIN JOHN BOROWSKI has of its property rights. Originally, a trial graduated from the Squadron Officer court ruled in the railroad s favor. school at Maxwell Air Force Base, However, an appeals court reversed the Alabama. John presently is stationed decision in 1975 and the case was at Griffiss AFB, New York, where brought before the Supreme Court. he serves as a computer systems development officer. Penn Central lawyer Daniel Gribon contended that the railroad should be compensated for the revenue which the tower would have generated, estimated at over S3 million a year in rent. Wilkes College Although the legal profession provides Koerner, who argued the case tor New a great number of indications of alumni are making York City, stated that the company was their marks all achievement, there is perhaps none more not deprived of ’’reasonable use” of the honored than the opportunity to argue a over the world. terminal. "Penn Central was unable to precedent-setting case before the United MARCOS L. show that it cannot make a profit from the States Supreme Court. ESPINHEIRA terminal as it now stands," he argued. has been appointed Financial Leonard J. Koerner, a 1964 Wilkes "Our point was the fact that they made a graduate, did just that. It was quite an Planning manager for Dow Chemical profit is all that is required under the achievement when you consider that only Brazil. Espinheira joined Dow as a Landmark Law, not whether they make four percent of the cases submitted ever trainee in the Treasury Department the highest profit possible." reach the Supreme Court. What makes it of Dow Chemical Latin America, Across the country, preservationists even more of an achievement is the fact Coral Gables, in 1977. In the same were jubilant over the decision. All 50 that he won! year he was transferred to Brazil as states and more than 500 municipalities The 1978 case involved New York credit and finance supervisor for the already have preservation laws, but many City's right to preserve Grand Central Aratu site, after spending six of them were hesitant to designate Terminal as a historic landmark versus months training in Sao Paulo. commercial properties as landmarks. Now, Penn Central's right, as the property Espinheira also holds a master’s according to Randall Scott, research owner, to build a 53-story tower above it. degree in business administration director of Washington’s Environmental The constitutional question before the from Michigan State University. Lav; Institute, "the court has reassured Supreme Court was whether the New York many communities that they can move City Landmarks Preservation, by barring more rapidly on these cases." Penn Central from selling the air rights Koerner has received a great deal of over the terminal, v/as depriving the DR. GEORGE FALCONE is publicity and prestige for his successful railroad use of its property without due practicing general optometry at his argument against Daniel Gribon. a senior process (compensation). This would new office, 2 West William Street, partner of the large Washington firm of constitute a violation of the Fifth and Pittston, Pa. He is married to the Covington and Burling which represented Fourteenth Amendments through the former SUSAN C. SHERBIN ’76. Penn Central. "It was an interesting public taking of private property without experience, a high point," Koerner says, compensation. "I’d like to do it again." 1975 The battle for Grand Central Station DR. PATRICK MORAN recently Koerner graduated from the College with actually began in 1967 when Nev/ York a B.S. in accounting. He later attended received his Ph.D. degree in material I City named the terminal a landmark. This the New York University Law School. science from the University of . meant that Penn Central Transportation Currently, he serves as the Chief of Virginia Engineering School. Pat is Company, its nearly bankrupt owner, Commercial Litigation for the New York presently employed as an assistant could not make any changes on the City Lav/ Department. Koerner resides in professor in the department of building’s exterior without the consent of Chatham. N.J., with his wife, Suzanne Materials Science and Engineering the Landmarks Preservation Commission. (Stica) 65, and their two daughters. Q at the Jo’hns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY transfer his allegiance to that perennial betrayer of loyal fandom, the Perennial Boston Red Sox. No chronicle of George's thirty years of benign influence on this campus is complete without strong reference to Wilkes athletic teams. No athlete himself, even in a vicarious sense, he was deeply devoted to the teams that represented the College in intercollegiate competition. How enjoyable il was for him to wander over to Ralston Field in the fall to observe coach Schmidt and his stalwarts. Winter sports season could not get underway without George's appearance at the gymnasium to inspect John Reese's prospects and the basketball teams. Referring to the athletes, George often speculated as lo why devoted so much lime and pain without they devoted any but the most meager and insufficient reward. "So much of my total income stems from the psychic rewards associated with Wilkes athletics," he stated on more than one reflective occasion. A whole generation of Wilkes students probably identifies their fond recollections of the man more with his landmark courses in Economic Geography rather than in any other aspect of his inspiring career. Those courses, three decades ago, were the ugly ducklings of Commerce and Finance course offerings. As junior departmental member, those courses fell to him by default. He created from those courses what will be his greatest long term memorial. The knowledge, sensitivity, and perspective gleaned from Economics 227 and 228 are such lhat one can only feel regret for those students yet to come; for they are truly losers. What a loss il is lhat he never published his volumninous notes as colleagues so often encouraged. Professor Elliot was deeply committed lo liberalism, and there was no stronger George F. Elliot BRUCE Dorothy PHAIR isDickson technical dir, for Darte rector „ ---------- . Center for the • Center for the Perfnr^:-Performing Arts at Wilkes College. •1 A Modern Day “David” Beats “Goliath” L FRANCIS A. J. KERDESKY is a post doctoral associate of Dr. S. Masamune at M.I.T. in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Frank will receive his Ph.D. degree in chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania at heir May commencement. ROBERT BOSTON has been appointed manager of operations for the Luzerne County Transportation Authority. Bob resides in Kingston, Pa., with his wife, Cathy, and two daughters, Christine and Debra. STANLEY KREMSKI and Mary Beth Andei nderson were recently married. PATRICIA SCHILLACI received her master’s degree in correlated conviction within him. With the passage of time, however, he came to question the orientation of liberalism in the FDR-LBJ sense. In one of his last conversations with departmental members, he questioned the use of the oppressive powers of the state to redress economic injustices, however perceived. His commitment to liberal thought in the area of political concerns, however, increased as the years unfolded. Never did he have doubts on those affairs which broadened human right and human dignity. Earl Warren had no more supportive admirer and advocate. On March 24, 1980, George failed to appear for his noon class in Economic Geography. How uncharacteristic! Some intuitively suspected the worst. With how many human beings would it be a logical assumption that failure to meet one single ingle class on schedule could only be explained by death? On the date that he arrived on this sorrowing campus, George opened an account of conscientiousness, devotion to students, scholarship, and ethics with the College as joint tenant. Now that legacy belongs to Wilkes. We are all richer and thankful beneficiaries. 0 Editor’s Note: Professor George F. Elliot, a member of the Wilkes College Commerce and Finance Department faculty for 30 years, died unexpectedly in March. Colleagues of Professor Elliot in the Commerce and Finance Department requested the establishment of a George F. Elliot Memorial Scholarship Fund. Donations to the scholarship fund may be made through the Wilkes College Development Office. For 30 years George Elliot shared an office with Welton Farrar. They were personal friends as well as colleagues. Professor Farrar wrote these words in tribute to his friend. . . A daughter, Jennifer Jean, was born on January 26, 1979, to PHILIP and CAROL GUSGEKOFSKI BESLER. The family resides in Trenton, New Jersey. A boy, Matthew Brian, was born on April 27,1979, to David and CAROL BULLOCK CAPPER. The family is planning a move to Australia. A son, John Lewis, was born on March 4, 1980, to Lew and JANE LEWIS FORD. The family resides in McDonough, New York, where Jane is a substitute teacher in four I school districts. SPRING 1980 21 �.p1977 LISA WAZNIK ANDREJKO has been promoted to assistant director of the Monroe County Recreation and Park Commission. JOHN F. JASTREM has been promoted to senior accountant with Arthur Andersen and Company, New York City, New York. A Will" and a Way by Betsy Bell Condron 4 "Where there's a will, there's a way!" ... my grandmother used to LAURA ROLLMAN was recently admonish me when 1 1/ married to William Brace. Laura is was sure I’d never employed in the controller's office make the hockey team at Wilkes-Barre City Hall, and the or remember my lines couple resides in South Wilkesin the school play or ......... ........ alder inveigle.the handsome ol boy Io lake me to the Barre, Pa. As 1I iwu read u** all the — catchy prOm. As —1 rphrases which ..... introduce articles like this, (You Can't Take II With 1978 You Is Your Will Like Howard Hughes'? - You JUDITH MENAPACE was promoted Have A Will: By Plan or Default - Your Will or to assistant cashier at Wyoming The Tax Collector’s? - It's Your Future/Better Be National Bank, and serves as Sure - etc.), which attempt to cajole and frighten manager of the Pierce Street office and warn readers to take heed and get their Wills in Kingston, Pa. written ... I keep coming back to grandmother’s KAREN KENNEDY CAMPBELL has advice. Surely, where there is a Will there are all been named assistant comptroller kinds of ways to leave your assets and your at Wilkes College. She resides in cherished belongings to those who can use them Sweet Valley, Pa. best and who will treat them with the love and respect they deserve. ROSEMARIE ROSATI and GARY What do you want done with that tract of land in POHORELY were married on the mountains your Uncle Chester left you? What October 20, 1979. Gary works with will happen to that marvelous collection of pewter the engineering firm of Robert C. you've enjoyed over the years? Should your stocks Bogart Associates, and Rosemarie really become the property of those distant cousins is employed by Easter Seal in one you never hear from? Would you like to leave your of their Transitional Housing cameos to your grandchild or your nurse? Write it programs. The couple resides in down — formally — legally — for without a Will Flemington, New Jersey, where all kinds of things you don't want to happen to Rosemarie is working towards a your life's tangible memories might very well MSW degree at Rutgers University. happen. If you die without a Will, you lose the ability to 1979 control the disposition of your assets. The law/lhe ROBERT NEUMAN was recently stale - and not you — will decide where your notified that he passed the property goes. Furthermore, considerable tax November, 1979, C.P.A. exam. Bob savings are often lost if no Will has been prepared. is employed by Baron, Strassman Reliable sources say that seven out of every eight and Company, certified public or nine United States citizens die without valid accountants, of Wilkes-Barre, Pa. O Wills AND that about 100 million of their dollars will be tied up in probate courts. A typical example of such short-sightedness is that of a wealthy New Wilkes College admits students York broker who died leaving his $25 million estate of any race, color and national and no Will. While alive, this respected financial or ethnic origin. and community leader had supported many worthwhile causes, but after his death four-fifths of his Utuuvud millions went to IOAVO, taxes, UCUU debts allU and UU1CI other CUM3 costs uw nvui tv and only one-fifth went Io his heir. Nothing went to the charitable organizations, including his college, ATTENTION PARENTS! that he'd spent much of his life's efforts upon. If this magazine is addressed to Perhaps that man was like many of us who hate your son or daughter who no to admit we’re mortal and keep putting off the longer maintains a permanent tangible sign of it, a Will, probably the most address at your home, please clip important legal document we ever sign. Remember, off the address label on back making a Will - no matter the size of the property cover and return it with the cor­ involved - is not a do-it-yourself job. The small rect address to the Alumni Of­ cost of drawing up your Will by a competent fice at Wilkes College. Thank you >— (and updating ..it periodically) ivu.Mi.iv, wui onset lawyer will oc be offset for helping us update our rec­ by the avoidance of future legal and financial binds. ords. Some alumni and friends of Wilkes have already included the College in their Wills. Others are 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY considering this effective means of supporting a charitable and educational institution which reflects their own values and aspirations. Planning a gift [0 Wilkes in your Will is a meaningful way to invest in the future of the College, as well as that of your more direct heirs. There are several types of Will gifts. Outright Bequests pass directly to Wilkes when the donor's estate is settled and include: a fixed sum of money; specific property such as real estate or valuable collections; a percentage of the estate; the entire (or percentage) of the residue of the estate (that portion left after expenses, taxes, debts and bequests). Charitable Remainder Gifts include life income trusts such as Wilkes' Pooled Income Fund, unitrusts, annuity trusts ... and not all these are irrevocable plans. Such Will gifts provide ideal solutions for those who don't want their survivor(s) to be deprived of regular income. Contingent bequests provide that the entire estate (or a fraction) go to Wilkes if certain other conditions are not met; for example, named beneficiaries have died before the Will is probated. Contingent bequests are thus, an excellent instrument for younger people to use. A charitable bequest receives the estate lax deduction, and substantial estate tax savings are frequently realized. More important in some ways is that when you make your Will you have the satisfaction of giving your lifetime's accumulations to those you most want to receive them: your family, your loved ones, your college, the charitable groups in which you are most interested. At the same time you gain that "measure of immortality," you also provide for the welfare of others. If you have already framed your Will to include Wilkes as a beneficiary, or if you plan to do so, we would appreciate knowing of your intention. Surprises are nice, but for you and us it is better if we are aware of a planned bequest. Wilkes may have specific needs which fit your giving plans precisely. We may be able to suggest an especially suitable memorial or a plan to enhance the value of your estate. And if you do remember Wilkes in your Will, we'd like to say thanks to YOU rather than to your executor! By returning the coupon below we'll be able to provide you helpful information and thank you for your concern. O I-------------------------------------------I To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College I Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Ij I would like more information on ( I Life Income Plans and/or Wills. I I I I I | | ■ i -■K < -1 r' ; ■ ■■ 1 - Annual Homecoming October 10,11,12,1980 I All Homecoming Activities to be held on campus! Special brochure to follow. Plan now r a—— Soccer Match t K Alumni vs. Varsity , A-i T'J Saturday -i September 13, 1980 wS’esc0J"“Wa doing has SonWhing *^eresting? Thlie Quarterly" js Ralston Field ct oW day5 '■'an10 dion Alumni! The tbrance ofyour col ^.arbook. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Spring 1980 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Spring 1980 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/93da75c99c6c84519e97765f2414552d.pdf 11815fc7b53cfc549e205af2f3d1c387 PDF Text Text - �WILKE6 COLLEGE •SUMMER «O Volume 4, Number 1 editor Gordon Roberts '60 associate editor Jane Manganella editorial staff Eddie White 111'80 Vesta Breakstone Betsy Bell Condron Edward Van Buren '80 Reenie Corbett '79 Cindy Ercolani '81 Margaret Scholl '81 William Miller'81 contributing staff Tanya Hallez George Pawlush Noreen Corbett Shirley Collins editorial advisors Anne Graham '70 art director Jon Schaffer photography editor Arthurs. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO contributing photographer Robert Gaetano '80 COVER: Wilkes highlights five programs in the healthcare field offered at the college in cooperation with affiliated professional schools. The cover depicts aspects of Optometry, Family Medicine, Pharmacy, Podiatry and Nursing. With a combination of skill and understanding, professionals in these fields can provide a community with top-notch healthcare and concern. The cover was designed and rendered in acrylics by Gary Meyer. National Recognition for the Electrical Engineering Program 6 8 The Coming of a Dream ... Wilkes College Health Science Program by George Pawlush '69 11 17 33rd Commencement Wilkes College Works on the Energy Crisis by Shirley Collins Piano Technician — Earl Orcutt ’69 by Noreen Corbett '79 circulation manager Tanya Hallez '67 Alumni Helping Students Peaches, Anyone? The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons, Honorary Member Louis Shaffer. Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D.. Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret. Trustee Emerita Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber. Trustee Emerita Thomas H. Kiley, Trustee Emeritus OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling. Secretary Mrs. William Davidowitz, Treasurer by Betsy B. Condron Chronicle — 4 Faculty Abstract — 7 South River St. Revival — 20 JamesA. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby. M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Henry M. Curry. 3rd Mrs. Stanley Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 W. Carey Evans '41 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Richard Ma.'low Mrs. Robert Mayock Charles H. Miner. Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth Rhodes Arnold Rifkin Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Sports Update — 19 Ronald W. Simms'60 William Sword E. Arthur T rabant, Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendi PRESIDENT Roberts. Capin '50 SUMMER 1980 3 �I Alumni are urged rged to make plans to attend this very ■ry special Homecoming and to make the ^thTsZLlHomXing brochure, memories. MUSIC During the academic year 1979-80, the Wilkes College Department of Music, under the chairmanship of Dr Terrance A. Anderson, initiated and maintained an extremely active performance schedule. The schedule represented a diverse repertoire consisting of every type of musical preference, style and choral idiom. Dr. Anderson introduced several new programs, one of the most significant being his “Community HOMECOMING CHAIRMAN Outreach." This venture brings Patrick J. Burke, class of 1969, music from the campus to the public and owner of Chuck Robbins at large by means of concerts, Sporting Goods, Wilkes-Barre, will chorales, wind and string ensembles, serve as general chairman of the 33rd student workshops, demonstrations Annual Alumni Homecoming and school visitation. October 10-12. Of special interest to alumni is Another facet of the outreach that all Homecoming activities this concept was the founding by year will be held for the first time on Dr. Anderson of the “Masterworks the Wilkes campus. A special Chorale,” a professional 30-member Homecoming brochure mailed to all ensemble. Their first performance alumni provides details of all in April of last year was an Homecoming activities. enormous success, and the Some of the highlights of this community has let us know that it year's Homecoming are the informal looks forward to future get-together on Friday evening at performances by the group. 9:00 p.m. in the Annette Evans Other offerings by music faculty Alumni-Faculty House; the Saturday and students included the Madrigal parade and football game (Wilkes vs. Singers, directed by Richard Trenton State); the Annual Chapline; The Wilkes Chamber Homecoming Dinner, Saturday at Players, directed by Dr. Herbert 7:30 p.m. in the Farley Lounge of Garber; Band performances, Jazz Stark Learning Center, followed by and Wind ensembles, directed by the Alumni Homecoming Dance in Jerome Campbell; several student the Conyngham Student Center at and faculty recitals and appearances 9:00 p.m.; and the Alumni by guest artists of national and Champagne Brunch, Sunday at international stature. 10:30 a.m. in the upper lobby of the Both campus and community look Center for the Performing Arts. forward to another year filled with The reunion classes of 1940 1950 such outstanding performances. A I960, and 1970 are to be honored at' feature article on the music this year’s Homecoming Dinner on department is scheduled for the next □aturday evening. issue of the Quarterly. 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY WCLH QUARTERLY by Bill Miller The time is eight o’clock on a Saturday morning and the Darte Fun of Music at Wilkes College is la practically deserted except for the three rooms on the third floor where a white sign is flashing “ON THE AIR”. These are the studios of WCLH, the Wilkes College radio station, and the bleary-eyed disc jockey at the control board is one of the fifty students who have changed WCLH from a small six-hour-a-day station to one of the most professional college stations in the area. When WCLH started in February of 1972, under the directorship of Dr. James Berg, the station had a beginning core of fifteen interested students. Since that time, under the direction of Mr. Beck and Dr. Brad Kinney, the present advisor of the club, the station has grown considerably. As Fred Pierantoni, station manager, explains;' The ey to our success in the past few years has been the group of people w 0 have become affiliates. All oft e , announcers are very dedicated an all have received their F.C.C. licenses, which is the first time a our announcers have accompl13 this.” The station, which recently celebrated its eighth birthday, 1 also seen its audience grow considerably over the years. MAYOCK EVANS NEW TRUSTEES ELECTED The Wilkes College Board of Trustees recently elected officers and five new board members at its annual meeting according to Robert S. Capin, Wilkes College president. Benjamin Badman, senior vice president and administrative director of the NPW Medical Center, was elected for his third one-year term as chairman of the board. Other officers include: Mrs. Walter Diener, Reading, vice chairman; Hon. Edwin M. Kosik, Scranton, treasurer; and Mrs. William Davidowitz, Kingston, secretary. The board also designated three veteran members of the body to the status of “trustee emeritus.” These board members include Mrs. Richard M. Ehret, Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber, and Thomas FL Kiley. Elected as new members to the Wilkes College Board of Trustees were Mrs. Robert L. Mayock, Wynnewood; W. Carey Evans, Wyoming; Arnold Rifkin, Wilkes-Barre; Mrs. Kenneth Rhodes, Pierantoni explains, “When WCLH first began we were on the air for only a few hours a day, and it was very difficult to build an audience, but now we estimate our audience to be approximately 5,000,” Programming includes something for everyone, from polkas and jazz to rock and disco. A major part of programming is devoted to educational shows, which account for approximately 33% of air time. One of the features of WCLH, according to Pierantoni, is the station’s excellent relations with the community. “We distribute approximately 5,000 program guides and have a newsletter for listeners who are interested.” WCLH this year has also been awarded a first place trophy in the "Professional News Media Association of Northeastern RIFKIN Waverly; and William A. Perlmuth, New York City. Mrs. Mayock, the wife of Dr. Robert L. Mayock, is a former Wilkes-Barre resident. She is a graduate of Edgewood Park Jr. College and Briarcliff Manor College. Active in Philadelphia area civic affairs, Mrs. Mayock is a member of the Board of Women Visitors at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and is co-chairperson of the American Lung Association’s 75th Anniversary in 1980. She is active with the Franklin Institute and the Junior League of Philadelphia. Mr. Evans is a 1941 graduate of Bucknell University Junior College, now Wilkes College. He is president of the Wyoming Valley Nursery Inc., Wyoming, and has worked closely with all three Wilkes presidents over the years on the landscaping of the campus. Mr. Evans has traveled the world extensively on educational, religious, and personal matters. Mr. Rifkin is president of A. Rifkin Company, San Souci Pennsylvania Contest." The station was judged “First-Overall" in the areas of news, sports, and public affairs. The future at WCLH does indeed look bright because of the core of students who are now dedicated to the success of the station. A bright hope for the station is the possibility that the college may establish a WCLH-TV station, which would be housed in the Stark Learning Center. The facilities for the television studio would also include new studios for WCLH radio, which is outgrowing its present facilities at Darte Hall. Many of the members of WCLH are active in the group for different reasons. Fred Pierantoni, who is a political science major, believes that the experience has helped him with his public speaking while Rich RHODES PERLMUTH Parkway. He is a graduate of the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. His civic affiliations include board membership on the Friends Hospital Corporation, Philadelphia, and the Wyoming Valley Jewish Committee. He is past president of B’nai B’rith, Kingston. Mrs. Rhodes holds a B.A. from Swarthmore and an M.S. from Wilkes College. She is a mathematics teacher in the Abington Heights School District. Mrs. Rhodes is a member of the Mathematics Association of America and the Abington Township Planning Commission. Mr. Perlmuth, a 1951 Wilkes graduate, is a senior partner in the New York City law firm of Stroock, Stroock & Lavan. He received his LL.B, from the Columbia University Law School. The New York attorney is a trustee of the Aeroflex Foundation, the Harkness Ballet Foundation, and was recently elected a trustee of the Hospital for Joint Diseases and Orthopaedic Institute. O Nordheim, who is the program director, believes his experience at WCLH will help him as he plans a career in sales. Although the station has an associate club, WCLH is established as a corporation. WCLH, then, has grown from a small beginning into a productive, competitive radio station which provides for those associated with it many learning opportunities for different careers. The members have shown, through dedication over the years, their willingness to make WCLH a success. When you are driving in your car or listening at home, tune in and remember the amount of devotion and work that went into this very simple message: “You are listening to WCLH, the stereo voices of Wilkes College at 90.7 FM on your stereo dial.” SUMMER 1980 □ �national RECOGNITION for the electrical engineering program THE WILKES — Tanya April Hallez ^^^^''TenlemtoSto9 Dr Carl Charnetski addressed to the in*eJ'l9entt 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 vehicle for service and as a seir discipline; and above all to expose and encourage them to dav,e!°P and live by a set of values. Thi seemingly idealistic goal J; all the successful alumni and, more recently, through the awarding of accreditation for the maximum duration permitted by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology , (ABET), formerly the Engineers Council for Professional Development (ECPD). The receipt of this accreditation is one of the highest honors that can be conferred on the nine professors and five adjunct professors and lecturers who have dedicated themselves to fulfilling the aspirations of their philosophy. Anyone who is acquainted with the Engineering Department and its programs knows how hard they work to maintain the high standards set by themselves for quality education in engineering and just how much they deserve this honor. The top-quality engineering education received at Wilkes is rarely seen at other undergraduate institutions today. The department’s involvement extends beyond the classroom into the community through its Technology Transfer Program, continuing education programs, and the numerous professional seminars and conferences held on campus each year. The interaction with the community and uncount­ able services rendered are in keeping with the professionalism of the Department. The purpose of accrediting is to identify those institutions which offer professional engineering programs worthy of recognition The ABET, with its accreditation committees, is the only agency recognized by the National Commission on Accrediting for accreditation of educational programs leading to degrees in Tho'S9 in the United States Jde AnET ? rale in relation to education is to promote and advance all phases of engineering CqLlEGE CONNECTION Dr. Afrashteh and studenls Ronald Kielb and Thomas Godowsky are shown at work in one of the education for the public welfare through the development of bettereducated engineers and engineering technologists. It also carries out a guidance program to maintain high educational standards for colleges of engineering and engineering technology. Accreditation is a means of accomplishing objectives. These objectives are: 1) to identify institutions and programs that meet minimum criteria; 2) to provide guidelines for development and improvement of engineering programs; and 3) to stimulate engineering education in the United States. The policy of ABET is to accredit educational programs rather than institutions and to accredit the programs, not the degree itself. The Council tries to avoid rigid standards as a basis for accreditation in order to prevent stagnation of engineering and to encourage experimentation. The process towards achievement of accreditation is lengthy and precise. The procedure begins at the invitation of the institution desiring the accreditation. Extensive documentation on the program is compiled and sent to ABET. After ABET receives the data on the program there is an on-site visit by a carefully selected team representing the Participating Bodies* of ABET. This three to cannm h=ISH assesses Actors that •heinstiai?„nn‘la“!,l0Xy|eaS?hS9SeS engineering labs. which, in turn, makes its recommendations to the Board Visitations are made only durino fall semesters and the Board meets only once a year in June. In order to qualify for accreditation, the engineering program had to be designed to prepare professional level engineers capable of coping with the problems of society that are subject to engineering scrutiny. The program must also develop the ability of its students to maintain professional competency through continued self-study. One of the basic criteria for accreditation is that the faculty and institution must insure that they will maintain the quality of the program for the duration of accreditation. Given the enthusiasm of Dr. Umid Nejib and his very competent faculty, no one doubts that the quality of the Engineering Programs will be maintained, and that the faculty will strive to make the programs even better. o ‘Participating Bodies: American Congress on Surveying and Mapping; American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Inc.; American Institute of Chemical Engineers; American Institute of Industrial Engineers, Inc.; American Institute of Mining. Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers: American Nuclear Society; American Society of Agricultural Engineers, American Society of Civil Engineers; American Society for Engineering Education; American Society of Heating. Refrigerating and AirConditioning Engineers, Inc.; The American Society ot Mechanical Engineers; The Ins of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, n ., National Council of Engineering Examiners, National Society ot Professional Engineers. Society of Automotive Engineers; Socie V Manufacturing Engineers; American Aca of Environmental Engineers (Member Boy, American Society for Metals (Member National Institute ot Ceramic Engineers (Member Body). by Cindy Ercolani Imagine, getting paid for having fun! A rare occurrence? Maybe, but one individual who considers himself to be doing just that is Wilkes College assistant psychology professor Dr. Carl Charnetski. As he puts it, "I love being with my students, whether or not they enjoy being with me. I'm just having a good time and getting paid for it.” His sincerity is as genuine as is his devotion to his students and to the College. “Wilkes has educated me and provided me with a job I love," says the Wilkes alumnus. "When an institution can do this much for you there has to be close ties." Described as a people person, Dr. Charnetski considers his return to graduate school and eventually to Wilkes College as a faculty member, as a result of his own “selfishness." After graduating from Wilkes Magna Cum Laude in 1970 he entered the work force and secured a good job with Systems Research Company in Philadelphia as a consultant. “I had a good job and a family to think about, but I followed my own selfish interests and enrolled in a Temple Ph.D. program." Despite the fact that he was competing with students from "bigtime” schools, such as UCLA, Harvard and Yale, he was one of only two men who completed the program in four years. “I must admit that upon entering Temple my confidence was shaken, but I soon realized what a solid background my education at Wilkes had provided.” During his graduate study years, his life was hectic, a carry-over to present days. Along with his studies at Temple he taught a college-level course and even opened up an antique shop to supplement his teaching stipend. Since his teaching debut at Wilkes four years ago he has retained his busy lifestyle both on the College campus and in the community. Charnetski served as faculty advisor to the class of 1980 and as an advisor to the Human Services Committee. He serves as ex-officio on various selection committees for post-Wilkes medical programs. His work in the community includes membership on the Board of Directors for the Luzerne and Wyoming County Mental Health and Retardation Centers, where he is chairman of its Program Committee. He and two other Wilkes professors recently completed a grant proposal on the "Bruce Effect," a phenomena in which rats will reabsorb their litter if they come in contact with a stud male. The psych professor's main interests include the concept of "Helplessness," a laboratory analogy of depression. “At Wilkes I am able to satisfy my research interests on a small scale," he states. Charnetski involves his students in his research and views research as a “sociological phenomena." "Ego envolvement is a big part of research. You want to tell everyone about what you are doing. Fortunately,” he adds, “my students are a captive audience.” Dr. Charnetski’s favorite teaching method is the “hands-on approach.” “The only way for students to get the full flavor and appreciation of what research is all about is to do it.” His goal is to have fun doing what he likes best—that is learning more about psychology and sharing it with his students. “I want my students to appreciate the applications of psychology and to view them critically. Students must be critical of everything. I want to instill in them the ability to assess new findings.” What does a busy man do to "get away from it all?” Well, he doesn't exactly escape from Wilkes College completely. The psychologist's favorite personal therapy is stream fishing with colleagues from the College. "The College is my life,” he states, “both socially and professionally.” o Plan NOW!! for Wilkes College Annual Alumni HOMECOMING October 10-12,1980 Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. ATTENTION PARENTSI If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter v/ho no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. SUMMER 1980 7 �Students who express an interest in the Wilkes-PCPM or Wilkes-PCO programs must meet the admission requirements of Wilkes College and the respective professional institutions. At the end of the third pre-professional year, a Joint Selection Committee, comprised of Wilkes and PCPM faculty or Wilkes and PCO faculty, selects students for entrance to the PCPM or PCO components of the program. A cooperative program in pharmacy with Temple University followed in 1979. Also a program in dental medicine is expected to begin in the fall of 1980. These programs add to a long standing program in medical technology and a baccalaureate degree program in nursing. The College launched its baccalaureate program, leading to a B.S. in nursing in September 1972, when it engaged Mrs. Ruth McHenry as chairperson to develop it. Currently one of the largest academic departments at the College with over 360 students, the nursing curriculum is designed to integrate the theoretical and practical aspects of nursing with the arts, sciences, and the humanities. The Wilkes nursing program is fully accredited by the National League for Nursing (NLN) and the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners. Wilkes, for several decades, has offered a four-year baccalaureate program in medical technology. The program endeavors to complement three years of The Coming Dr<sa.i Wilkes College Health Science Program by George Pawlush ’69 Just ten years ago the first block in Wilkes College's Health Sciences program was set into place when officials of the College and the Hahnemann Medical College of Philadelphia mapped out plans to develop a six-year undergraduate program for family physicians which would serve to upgrade the health care delivery system for one and a half million people living in a 20-county region of Northeastern Pennsylvania and contiguous areas of New York and New Jersey. While the Wilkes-Hahnemann Program, which formally got underway in 1972, did provide one response to the critical need for family practitioners, it was just the tip of the iceberg as far as the shortage of other primary health care professionals was concerned. During the 1970’s Wilkes College turned its attention to developing several other affiliated programs to meet this important demand. In 1977, Wilkes College entered into cooperative agreements with the Pennsylvania College of 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Podiatric Medicine and the Pennsylvania College of Optometry to provide seven-year programs leading to a baccalaureate degree from Wilkes and a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine or a Doctor of Optometry from the respective Philadelphia-based colleges. Podiatric medicine is the healing art which concentrates on the diseases and disorders of the human foot. Six seats are annually open to the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine (PCPM) for qualified Wilkes students. The program requires completion of three years of study at Wilkes Collegt ;e and four years at PCPM. college study with one year of hospital experience at one of five affiliated hospitals including Allentown Hospital Association, Allentown; Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre; Somerset Medical Center, Somerville, N.J.; General Hospital, Wilkes-Barre; and the Williamsport Hospital, Williamsport. The Wilkes-Temple University program in pharmacy is the youngest cooperative health education program at the College It is difficult to discuss the Wilkes College Health Sciences program without acknowledging the efforts of Dr. Eugene S. Farley, first president of the College who served from 1933 to 1970. Dr. Farley had an outstanding insight into local health care problems and his visions for medical education in the 1950's and 1960's paved the way for the Wilkes-Hahnemann and other health science programs. optometrists and members of the Joint Selection Committee. and began in September 1979. Following two years of pre­ professional studies at Wilkes College, a Joint Selection Committee, comprised of Temple and Wilkes faculty, may select up to ten students for entrance into the three-year pharmacy phase of the program in Philadelphia. Students who complete the fiveyear program receive a B.S. in Pharmacy from Temple University. I' Similar to the Wilkes-PCPM program, the College's cooperative program with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) requires three years at Wilkes and four additional years at PCO. Optometry is a dynamic profession which .- ’'?ws the practitioner to perft rm clinical refractions, prescribe conventional vision ;ids, and other responsibilities which include the prevention, diagnosis, and remediation of problems of the visual system. Under the watchful eve of Dr. George Davis. chief of staff at phase of the Wilkes/Hahnemann program is shown receding hands-on dm,cal expene hJpita^' The seed for a cooperative program in family medicine was planted in the mid-1950's when Andrew Sordoni, then chairman of the Wyoming Valley Hospital Board of Trustees, approached Dr. Farley during a time when the hospital was considering the advisability of modernizing and enlarging its plant. The possibility of building a hospital and medical school on the site now occupied by the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts was explored but was dismissed because of the excessive funding needed to complete the project. Late in 1960, Dr. Charles Myers did a study for the Luzerne County Medical Society in which he found that there was a definite shortage of physicians in most areas of Northeastern Pennsylvania, but even more startling was the observation that 50% of the practicing physicians were over 55 years of age. As a result of these statistics, Dr. Farley was contacted by Dr. Charles Myers and Dr. Lester Saidman to see what could be SUMMER 1980 9 �l„ 4^ Dr. Johnyne Supulski, emergency room physician at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, right, is shown .... (o a stU(ient in the Wilkes/Hahnemann program. demonstrating emergency room procedures to a done to improve the situation. In a subsequent meeting these three were joined by Dr. Francis J. Michelini, then Dean of Academic Affairs, and Dr. Ralph B. Rozelle, then Chairman of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at Wilkes College. Subsequently, contacts were made with medical schools to enlist their support. As a result of these contacts, it was found that Dr. Wilbur W. Oaks, now chairman of the Department of Medicine at Hahnemann Medical College, was considering outreach medical education to help improve the physician maldistribution problems in Pennsylvania. Dr. Oaks subsequently became one of the moving forces in establishing the Wilkes-Hahnemann Program. Intense discussions ensued but it was not until the Federal Bureau of Health Manpower Education gave its final approval to the program in early 1972 that the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare was able to provide the more than $1 million in funding required to set the Wilkes-Hahnemann program in motion. Former Congressman Daniel J. Flood, then chairman of the house subcommittee on Labor, Health, Education, and 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Welfare was instrumental in getting the pioneer program off the ground. One of the primary objectives of the Wilkes-Hahnemann program is to recruit students from Northeastern Pennsylvania and contiguous areas to enter this Family Medicine program, and eventually return to their native areas to fill the need for medical service there. Phase one of the WilkesHahnemann program is accomplished on the Wilkes College campus. Each year nearly 100 students are recruited and enter the College to begin an intensive, structured premedical program qualifying them for admission into medical school. At the end of three years of pre­ professional studies, approximately 25 but not fewer than 20 of these students are selected by a Joint Selection Committee, consisting of members from Wilkes and Hahnemann, to advance to the second phase of the program at Hahnemann. The three-year curriculum at Hahnemann is designed to permit the student to master a solid core of learning which constitutes the basic medical sciences and clinical medicine. During phase two the student receives intensiv clinical clerkships in each of the 6 major divisions of medical practice and also undertakes an intensive interdisciplinary study of the application of basic science to clinical medicine. The final segment of the program, phase three, has been constructed to provide a complete clinical experience in family practice and related subspecialties. During this 48week clinical experience in the Greater Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area, directed by Dr. Anthony J Turchetti, the student is exposed to clinical rotations in primarily office-based preceptorship exposure in family medicine, pediatrics, and psychiatry, with simultaneous clinical exposure in such family-practice specialties as allergy, dermatology, rheumatology, and pulmonary diseases. Hospitals involved are Wilkes-Barre General, Nesbitt Memorial, Wilkes-Barre Mercy, Wyoming Valley, Veterans Administration Medical Center and Community Medical Center in Scranton. Since 1978, three classes have completed the WilkesHahnemann programs and have been awarded a baccalaureate degree from Wilkes College and a doctor of medicine degree from Hahnemann Medical College. All three classes are now participating in various family practice residencies across the nation. Although it is still too early to measure what impact the WilkesHahnemann program and other allied programs will have on alleviating the shortage of health care professionals in Northeastern Pennsylvania, it is certain that hundreds of bright and talented students would not have found their way into the health care field had it not been for Wilkes College's far-sighted commitment to fulfill the educational and health care needs of the region, q �Wilkes Commencement Principals Louis L. Banks, former editorial director of Time, Inc. publications, was the principal speaker at the College's 33rd annual Commencement exercises. Banks told the 532 graduates that "the United States is moving into a newsocracy where the media's priorities exert an influence on all institutions which are public related." Banks, who is an adjunct professor at the Alfred P. Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the first Nieman Research Fellow at Harvard University, was awarded an honorary doctorate at the Commencement exercises. Also honored with honorary doctorates were Msgr. Andrew J. McGowan, rector of St. Pius X Seminary, Dalton, and Roy E. Morgan, one of the founders and president of the honorary degree; Roy E. Morgan, who received an honorary degree; and Benjamin Wyoming Valley Broadcasting Badman, chairman of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. Company. Banks stated that over the past ten years the Msgr. McGowan, who is also the diocesan media have been moving into new areas of vocational director, Diocese of Scranton, was coverage. The advances in the media, recognized for his "distinguished achievements especially in television, have provided "new in and his record of contributions to higher intensity and impact." education, political and civic affairs, social and "The media has become a dominant charitable services, and religious life in influence of news," he declared. "It has a Northeastern Pennsylvania.” tremendous influence on colleges and Roy E. Morgan, a local and state civic leader, universities, the government, and scientific was cited "for his distinguished achievements research." in journalism and his steadfast service to The speaker viewed that "it is necessary for organizations in Northeastern Pennsylvania, as these institutions to develop interface of a demonstrated by his selection for both local sense of strategy in regards to media and national accolades.” relations." Banks offered that "journalism is Another Commencement highlight was the one of the most exciting careers possible" and conferring of professor emeritus status to six said "journalists should be educated in liberal retiring Wilkes faculty members. They arts areas and other academic specialties in included Dr. Charles B. Reif, biology; Thomas which they will be covering." He concluded by R. Richards, mathematics; Dr. Angel Belie, saying "we must be ready to realize that we foreign languages; Leota Nevil, library; Michael live in a world of newsocracy." J. Barone, education; and Dr. Roy E. Williams, Bank's Doctor of Humane Letters citation philosophy. The presentation was made by read: "Conferred in recognition of his Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin. distinguished achievements in the fields of journalism and management, as demonstrated Also addressing the graduates were Benjamin by his selection as the first Nieman Research Badman, chairman of the Wilkes College Board Fellow at Harvard University and his editorial of Trustees; Dr. John N. Natzke, associate leadership of prestigious national professor of sociology and anthropology, who publications." represented the faculty; and Davida Roberts, who represented the Class of 1980. 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Blaker and ddypen Honored Shown prior to Commencement are: left to right, Dr. Dan F. Kopen, '70, first recipient of the "Distinguished Young Alumnus/a Award"; Dr. J. Warren Blaker, '55, first recipient of the "Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award"; Dr. Thomas F. Kelly, "69, Dean of External Affairs, who presented the awards. Two distinguished Wilkes College alumni in the fields of optics and medicine received the initial awards of the College's Alumni Association at the 33rd annual Wilkes College commencement exercises. Dr. J. Warren Blaker, a 1955 alumnus and chairman of the United States National Committee of the International Commission of Optics and an independent consultant in optical science, received the first "Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award." Dr. Daniel F. Kopen, a Forty Fort native and 1970 alumnus, who is chief resident in general surgery at Barnes Hospital of Washington University Medical School, St. Louis, Missouri, received the first "Distinguished Young Alumnus Award." The "Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award" has been established to recognize the distinguished achievement of an outstanding alumnus. The award is granted to an alumnus who, in the eyes of alumni and the executive committee of their alumni association, represents the highest qualities of an educated person as defined by "The Marks of an Educated Man" adopted many years ago by the Wilkes Faculty. Dr. Blaker, a Wilkes-Barre native, was graduated from Wilkes with a B.S. in Physics in 1955. He continued his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he attained a Ph.D. For sixteen of the past twenty-two years, he has devoted himself to the teaching of physics at the college level. He served as chairman of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Vassar College from 1964-76. Dr. Blaker has taught in Europe in French universities and English universities, including the London Imperial College and Oxford. He has published eight books devoted to optics and quantum physics. The distinguished alumnus has also published over thirty-five scholarly papers, ranging from the topics of spectroscopy to the theory of metals. A Fellow of the Optical Society of America, Dr. Blaker is an independent consultant in optical science and deals with problems of lens design, optical systems analysis, and optical corrections for the visually handicapped. He resides in New York City. The "Distinguished Young Alumnus Award" is presented annually to an alumnus graduated not more than ten years prior to the award, who, in the eyes of alumni and executive committee of the National Alumni Association, has exhibited qualities of scholarship leadership, and service representing the highest qualities of young alumni of Wilkes College. Dr. Kopen graduated from the College in 1970 with a B.S. in Chemistry. He later attained his M.D. at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center of the Pennsylvania State University. He is completing a four-year surgical residency at Barnes Hospital of Washington University Medical School. His residency was interrupted for one year, 1976-77, as a Research Fellow in the Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Washington University. Dr. Kopen has published articles in The Journal of Urology, Surgery, and the New England Journal of Medicine. In May, 1977, he was awarded first place in the 20th Annual St. Louis Surgical Research Forum for presentation of a paper. SUMMER 1980 13 �I I i- - J! s I * Response of Ci Response of Dan F. Kopen, M.D. I feel very fortunate to have been selected as the recipient of this year's “Distinguished Young Alumnus Award." It is with a great deal of pride in Wilkes College and respect for what our College stands for that I would like to express my appreciation. Wilkes College means many things to different people. To my family it has meant the realization of a dream. It is a story that should be familiar to many members of this audience. My grandparents and great-grandparents were immigrant coal miners. To them a college education was nothing more than a distant dream. For my parents' generation a college education could still be held only as a dream . . . there were wars to be fought or a depression to go through, and if they happened to have the time to go to college, there was no college to attend. In the 1930's some men of vision came to Wilkes-Barre, headed by Dr. Farley and still represented by a few members of the board, faculty and administration here today. They built a college where none stood before. It was a proud day in my family when one of my cousins received the first college degree ever earned in our family, and that degree was granted by Wilkes College. Since that day no fewer than six members of my generation of our family have graduated from Wilkes College. However, the full impact of Wilkes College on me was not understood until one day last November. As a chief resident in general surgery rotating through the St. Louis City Hospital I was called to the emergency room to see an eighteenyear-old boy who had been stabbed in the heart. We rushed him to the operating room as he was losing his pulse and blood pressure. As we put him on the operating table and opened his chest his heart stopped beating. We watched the last few 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY J. Warren Blaker, Ph.D. drops of blood trickle out of his heart through the laceration from the knife. We proceeded to repair the laceration in his heart, and for the next 45 r„ milinutes performed open cardiac massage, holding that pumped his * tat boy's life in our hands as we pumped . heart for him. When we were able to replace the ’ x. have , blood that he had lost, he began to spontaneous heart beats. Two hours later he was in the recovery room. Ten days later he was on his way home from the hospital to resume a normal life. As he was leaving the hospital his parents came up to me and took my hand to thank me for — , saving their son's life. At that moment I realized that they were not shaking my hand . . © /’ ,________________________________ >•___________ ■ ™ ■ ■ Also, they VJere shaking the hand of current president Capin whose outstanding leadership has lcej our College in a position of envy at a time ^hen many colleges in the nation are struggling for existence. Additionally, the hands of men like pean Ralston, who was on his way to medical over 3g ygars ago He stopped tQ earn some money in Wilkes-Barre, working at Wilkes College, and stayed here to devote his professional life to the students of our College . . . and Dean Ralston, every time I enter an operating room yourspirit is there with me. The list goes on, but the message is clear. Each of us as young alumni owes a great deal to the Rather, they were shaking the hands of those many individuals whose unselfish efforts have immigrant grandparents, and I remember well the made our present positions possible. We probably right hand of my grandfather because it was -- ( -1. owe more than we will ever realize. Some of these missing three fingers that had been lost in a mine persons to whom we are indebted will forever accident. Also, they were shaking the hands of my remain anonymous. Sadly, some of these parents, whose many years of dedication and individuals are deceased. Many others are sacrifice were for a dream held not for themselves, represented in the audience and in the front of the but for their children — a college education. How auditorium. well we all should know the hands of our parents, In return for having given so much, these people for these are the hands which cared for us before ask very little. We owe it to them to justify their we were even aware of our own identities. efforts by living our lives in such a way that we hold out our hands to our fellow man in a manner They were also shaking the hands of men like I that is in keeping with the best teachings of our Dr. Farley and the early benefactors of the College . families and in the best traditions of our College. ■ . . people whose unselfish efforts have made this ] In addition, it is fair to expect that as alumni on dream of a college education a reality for so many occasion we make an effort to express our of us. And men like Past-President Michelini who appreciation to these people, through the love of was at the head of the College when it suffered °ur families and through support of our College. through the worst natural disaster in our region's history. Although these men were proud Finally, and once again, I feel honored and very academicians, and many of them are represented fortunate to have had this opportunity to express here today in the front of the auditorium, they on behalf of my family and myself a deeply-felt were not so proud that they would not take off appreciation to Wilkes College, for what you stand their academic caps and gowns and don hard-hats, for and for what you have given. Thank you. picks and shovels to dig Wilkes College out from under the mud and debris that were Hurricane Agnes and the flood of 1972. Thank you, Dean Kelly, President Capin, Faculty, Administration, Trustees of Wilkes, Friends. I am deeply honored to receive this award. We must first remember, however, that we are all here largely due to the vision and dedication of Eugene Farley and those leaders such as President Capin who have worked with and followed him. Since this is the first time this award has been given, let me say that in accepting it, I hold it not only for myself but also in trust for all those graduates of Wilkes who, over nearly half a century now, have made some small contribution to the human endeavor. That is a long list. The College is not bricks and mortar. It is its faculty and students. You, the Class of '80 have come through the first step of your education and are now a part of your Alma Mater. Wilkes has indeed been your fostering mother, and your triumphs and defeats have been intimately shared by this faculty. Each of you owes this institution a special debt through its faculty and can only become more and more aware of that in the ensuing years. You have a second debt, and one of longer standing as well. That is to your families who have shared your successes and misfortunes for two decades or more. Many of them have made considerable sacrifice to bring you to this season. They are a real part of Wilkes as well. I salute you all. Thank you. SUMMER 1980 15 �Master's Degrees Awarded Alumni Award for Leadership WHK@S ty Included among the 532 students who received degrees at the 33rd annual commencement were 45 students who were awarded master's degrees. Recipients of master of business administration degrees, from left, front row: Rose Ann Cordora, Donald Repshas, Bernard Fagnani, Marie McCormick, Thomas Needham, Joseph Skurzynski, Frank Wassell, Nicholas Sosik, Jr., David Plaviak, Thomas Smith, J. Martin Murphy, Joyce Marie Shane, and Joseph Paddock. Those in the back row: Michael Broda, Nancy Johnson, Joseph Elechko, Robert Fredericks, James Grey, Libro Ciarmatori, Stephen Keiper, George Kaszuba, Thomas Macenka, Richard Mackey, John Rajchel, Thomas McBrearty, and William Woronko. Other masters degrees recipients, from left: Donna Passarella Cieczko Barbara Rodda Welch, Deborah Zeffer, Joseph Andrews, Theodore Weron John Kellv Martha Yohe, Marianne Montague, H. Victoria Carini, and Judy Chappell 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY wortes on the Energy crisis David L. Blumfield, Deer Park, New York, received the Alumni Award for Leadership at commencement activities. This award is given annually by the Wilkes College Alumni Association to the member of the graduating class considered by a special committee to have made the strongest contribution to student life and the student activities program of the College. Shown presenting the award to Blumfield is Gordon Roberts, Wilkes Director of Alumni Relations. Academic Average Award Recipients Recipients of the "Mabel Scott Wandell and Sterling Leroy Award" are shown near the Wilkes College Gymnasium. From left, Joseph Michael Della Croce, Freeland; Dr. Gerald E. Hartdagen, dean of academic affairs; and Lynn Jones, Gouldsboro. The award is presented annually to the man and woman graduate having the highest academic average for the four years at Wilkes College. Miss Jones recorded a perfect 4.0 average for her four years at Wilkes. engineer, is working on the o eanntyS'S'n’° hydr°9en and oxygen of a potassium hydroxide solution (water with potassium added to which" better>- a Process which, when performed conventionally, is a staple of many basic science courses. What renders his effort different and significant is that instead of requiring an electric battery to provide the energy that induces the electrolytic process, Dr Orehotsky is using nothing but the action of light. While the activity of the silicon cell upstairs is called photovoltaic, this process is called photochemical. The common bond between the two is photons, the tiny energy packets in beams of light, which, in striking the silicon cell, or the electrode in the potassium hydroxide solution, can unsettle the electrons of their materials, and create a flow of energy. '*7F > by Shirley Collins On the second floor of Stark Learning Center, Dr. Umid Nejib, chairman of the engineering department at Wilkes College, can lead you to a laboratory overlooking the Susquehanna, which contains little of the equipment usually associated with research. There are no cages of rabbits or pigeons, no bunsen burners or beakers. In their place is a blackboard, scrawled with labyrinthine mathematical formulas; at the other end of the sparsely furnished room — impaled by the eye of an eight-inch magnifying glass — rests the focus of these calculations: a one-and-a-half-inch square black object made of silicon. The drabness of its appearance is relieved only by a thread of aluminum, which, looping across the surface, creates a wavelike pattern (rather like that associated with EKG’s). The association is apt. For, as the EKG records the energy of the heart, this aluminum wire collects the energy of the photovoltaic cell. Remarkably, this cookie-sized, inert appearing the silicon out of an oven in the form of a cylinder, three or four inches in diameter, and several feet long. This cylinder must be sliced and further treated before it is ready to be used. As described by Bruce Chalmers in a 1976 article in Scientific American, single crystal silicon has four electrons in its molecules, which can be dislodged from their positions when photons of light strike them. These electrons are negatively charged, while the holes they leave are positively charged. By doping the core of the silicon cell with phosphorous to get a negative charge, and its outer layer with boron, to get a positive charge, a positive/negative junction is created, and a net flow of electrons one way and holes the other way can be induced. From a practical point of view, the difference between the processes is that the product of the silicon cell is electricity, to be used either immediately or stored in a battery, while the product of the photochemical cell is hydrogen, which, once its volatility has been controlled, may be captured and stored to be used as a gas. Energy produced directly from the rays of the sun is decidedly appealing to harassed consumers today. Produced from an inexhaustible source, byproducts of the generation are either nonexistent or nonpollutant. But Drs. Nejib and Orehotsky caution against premature expectations from solar energy. The materials used in these processes t are forbiddingly expensive, they point out, and, perhaps even more , important, the yield is disappointingly low. Take the photovoltaic cell for example. The silicon from which it is fabricated, in its natural form of sand, is among the most common materials in the world. But the silicon required for the solar cell is of a different order entirely. It must tie refined to the most elegant purity, further, it must be in the form of "single crystal" silicon, which is grown in a number of ways, all Present solar cells are inefficient, however, and yield little energy from a given amount of light. As Dr. Orehotsky explains, only the blue waves at one end of the light spectrum are powerful enough to jolt the electrons into action. Thus, only about 24 percent of the photons in a beam of light can be effective. That, he says, is the ideal. In practice, it comes down to 18 percent. This means that a large collection area is required to produce a relatively small amount of energy. Research on photovoltaic cells at Wilkes, therefore, is concentrating on designing a cell which will produce more energy from a given amount of surface, and therefore be less expensive. The silicon cell we found on the second floor of Stark was fabricated in the microelectronic laboratory there, and, Dr. Nejib says, incorporates an isolation layer in its structure to make it more efficient in terms of yield. One thing this does is prevent the whole cell from shorting out if part of its material becomes damaged. Efficiency and cost are problems Dr. Orehotsky is struggling with too. For those who have forgotten what they learned about electrolysis in basic science courses, the process involves immersing an electrode in a water solution which is to be electrolyzed. A wire extends from the electrode to a counter electrode, also immersed in the solution, so that a circuit is formed. When electricity is run through the circuit the solution is ionized, so that oxygen bubbles up from the electrode, and hydrogen is released at the counter electrode. Orehotsky's counter electrode is platinum, a substance whose high cost is familiar to all. It is the SUMMER 1980 17 �material of the electrode, however, which is critical, for this is where electricity for the process is generated by the action of light photons. Currently Orehotsky is using a barium-strontium titrate, and says other scientists are experimenting with similar substances. Near his experiment is a well-thumbed six inch pile of copies of articles written by people from MIT, Bell Labs, RCA, etc. "Before I could try out new materials,” explains the professor, "I had to be sure I could replicate the experiments that have already taken place. When I first started, for example, I was getting an efficiency of only 1 percent. But I have replicated those experiments now and am ready to start working with a new group of materials that I think will be more catalytically active." The question when technologically sophisticated solar energy systems like these will be ready to help solve the energy shortage is entangled in controversy. Generally the economic practicality of competing energy systems is assessed by comparing the capital investment required for each in order to produce a kilowatt hour of electricity (a kilowatt hour being 1000 watts, or the amount of electricity required to burn one 100-watt bulb for 10 hours). The photochemical process is nowhere near ready for commercial application, but the photovoltaic cell has been with us since the first arrays were launched into space in 1959 to provide solar power for the first space vehicle. These arrays were produced at the amazing cost of one million dollars per kilowatt hour. At that time it cost only about five hundred dollars per kilowatt hour to build a coal or oil generating plant. In the intervening years, the cost of conventional plants has risen to about $1000, while that of photovoltaic arrays has declined immensely. Nuclear plants should be included also in the economic comparisons, but according to a 1979 book, Energy Future, there has been fierce disagreement about whether they are more or less expensive than coal. Hearings on this question before utility commissions in Wisconsin and New York during 1978 resulted in total confusion, as experts selected statistics to support their biases, either for nuclear power or for coal. Something very similar to this seems to be happening with photovoltaic energy. For example, a March 27, 1980, letter to the New York Times from Philip Handler, 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY peak kilowatt hour. On the other hand, Energy Future, which was edited by Daniel Yergin and Robert Stobaugh, and was the product of six-year study at Harvard, asserted that photovoltaic systems lately have been quoted as low as $3000 per peak kilowatt hour. Even more recent expert opinions project that photovoltaic arrays will fall to seven hundred dollars per kilowatt hour by 1986, bringing them well within the economic range. While the department continues its work to increase efficiency and to lower costs, Dr. Nejib also is working on finding practical applications for technology in its current state, by designing model photovoltaic systems on the Wilkes computer. In Cairo, in 1978, he read a paper at the Second International Solar Symposium titled "Solar Water Supply and Purification System for Remote Areas and Villages." Scientists and government officials from Thailand and Kenya, who heard it, expressed interest, and the design was provided to them at no cost. Ironically, it is in the developing countries that this super sophisticated technology becomes truly useful. "There, they have no power lines in place," explains Nejib, "and since the villages are small, the amount of energy produced, though not great, is enough.” He has also designed a solar powered television transmission system which could bring education to remote villages in countries lacking developed communications systems, and published a paper on that subject in the “Proceedings of the 3rd International Solar Symposium” in Turkey in 1979. One fact which finds nearly universal agreement among energy specialists is that cur most important current source for finding energy is through conservation. Nejib emphasizes that this doesn't mean subtracting from the quality of our life style, but more efficient management of energy resources Exemplifying this approach is a project of Alireza Afrashteh, Engineering Department faculty member. Dr. Afrashteh has designed an electronic device, which, when placed in a central area of a building can transmit orders and control thermostats in individual rooms Through this technology, individual thermostats can be overridden and the building kept at the desired temperature. It can be set like an alarm clock to lower automatically the temperature throughout the building as much as 30 degrees at night, then gradually rebuild the heat for the return of office workers in the morning. Individual codes for each room make it possible for the transmitter to vary temperatures between rooms if that is desirable A grant application has been submitted to underwrite the cost of installing this system throughout Stark Learning Center. Besides conservation, Dr. Nejib believes one part of a temporary solution to our problem is coal, and he was deeply involved in the planning for an April 23, 1980, conterence at Wilkes College titled, "Anthracite: Energy Alternative for the 80's.” According to Sandra Benyon in the Office of Small Business Development at the College, the conference was "designed to acquaint business and industry with current technology available for the utilization of anthracite as an energy source." Industry and government officials from the five county Northeastern Pennsylvania area attended the affair, which was co-sponsored by the Institute of Regional Affairs under the direction of Dr. Andrew Shaw, the Office of Small Business Development, the Engineering Department, and the Chamber of Commerce. From an overall standpoint, Nejib says we should import no more than 5 percent of our total oil consumption. But for the future he believes that a judicious mix of conservation, nuclear power, coal, solar energy, plus greater reliance on rail and mass transit will help us solve our problem . . . objective "efficient energy management." A recent space utilization study at the College produced the information that Wilkes has twice as much laboratory space per student as other colleges of its size and character in eastern Pennsylvania. The research in solar energy and energy management that is going on in those laboratories and in others across the country promises hope for energy sufficiency for America, not through abandoning our life style, but through further developing our technology. "iu’JS T7' top© by Eddie White ill '80 chick andrewscavage four-year starter by Eddie White III '80 a Very seldom does an athlete step out of high school and play the role of a starter during his freshman season in college. One of those chosen few is Wilkes College firstbaseman Chick Andrewscavage, who has been a first-stringer since his freshman year in 1978. Chick was recently named co-captain for the 1981 campaign along with hurler Jim Kearney. This past season, Chick led Coach Dave Kaschak’s 15-6 Colonels with a .391 batting average, four home­ runs and 25 rbi’s. Although he was BASEBALL coach: Dave Kaschak, second year 1980 overall record: 15-6 Middle Atlantic Conference: 5-2 LACROSSE coaches: Brian Blesi, Bill Harris 1980 overall record: 6-4 MAC record: 4-4 top hitters: Chick Andrewscavage, jr. — .391 Jim Morrissey, sr. — .3211 Phil Marino, sr. — .302 Rick Borofski, sr. — .302 top pitchers: Steve Swanson, so. — 4.0, 3.40 Carl DeFelice, sr. — 3-2, 3.29 Jim Kearney, jr. — 3-2, 3.03 Tony Vlahovic, so. — 2-0,4 saves leading scorers: Bill Adams, sr., 23 goals, 17 assists, 40 points Rich Modica, so., 28 goals, 7 assists, 35 points second-team All-Dist. AH American: Chick Andrewscavage, jr.. IB second-team, All-MAC: Jim Morrissey sr,, c MEN’S TENNIS c°ach: Tom Rokita 1980 overall record: 7-G MEN’S GOLF iooC^: R°^'e Schmidt 980 overall record: 4-8 finished 11 th in MAC Tourney All-MAC second team: Glenn Pohorley, so. Mark Sanders, sr. WOMEN’S SOFTBALL coach: Nancy Roberts 1980 overall record: 7-8 NWPIAA slate: 3-1 MAC record: 3-3 MIC mark: 1-2 leading hitters: Karen Johnson. .483 Mai;. Jean Farrell, .420 Joyce Walsh, .341 Pam Snyder, .333 leading pitchers: Linda Dayer, 5-4, 3.50 era Cheryl Frystak, 2-4,4.70 era unexplainably left off the Middle Atlantic Conference all-star team, he earned District II second-team All-American honors. "It’s a crime Chickie was left off the All-MAC team," stated Kaschak, who himself was an all-league and District II All-American catcher in his playing days at Wilkes. "I was a little upset about not making the all-MAC team," explained Andrewscavage, "but being an All-American is something special." Chick came to Wilkes from Pittston Area high school in Pittston, Pa. where he was an all-league choice in two sports — football and baseball. He was a three-year starter for the Patriots and was their captain, playing the position of catcher. Before arriving on the Wilkes campus, Andrewscavage had never even played first base. But because then-coach Gene Domzalski had All-American Ken Suchoski behind the plate, the veteran mentor moved Andrewscavage to first to keep his bat in the line-up. And Chickie has been producing ever since. In his freshman season, when the Colonels went to the NCAA Regional tournament with a 25-5 slate, Chick batted .340 with four homers and 31 rbi’s in 29 games. He was selected to the league's all-star first-team that year. In 1979, his sophomore season, Chick “slumped” to .320 with five homeruns and 17 rbi s as Wilkes recorded a 16-9 slate and missed the NCAA Mideast Regionals for the first time in four years. Through his first three seasons, Chick has rolled up a .348 batting average with 84 hits, 58 runs, 23 doubles, 13 bleacher-teachers and 73 rbi s — all in only 74 games. In the three years at Wilkes he has only missed one game and holds the school record for most douoles in a career with 23. He should set SUMMER 1900 I9 �numerous career marks following completion of his final season in 1981. During the summer, Chick kept busy while playing for the Scranton Red Sox in the Atlantic Coast League. At mid-season, he led the first-place team in homers and rbi's and has a good shot to be selected to play in the circuit’s all-star game at Yankee Stadium. He also took part in a Cincinnati Reds try-out camp and was very impressive. Following his graduation from Wilkes, Chick hopes pro-ball isin his future. “I hope to have a good year in 1981 and get drafted. I wou c like to give professional baseball a shot.” Although he was always known as a super hitter, what has pleased the Wilkes coaching staff over the years has been his adaptation to first-base "When I told Chickie he would play first, he looked at me as if I were crazy,” said Domzalski. "But over the past few seasons, he has picked it up like a veteran." And that is exactly what Chick Andrewscavage is on the Wilkes baseball team — a veteran and a four-year starter. o ESSING ALUMNI M*r or the past few years some of °Vraduates have given us the slip, our 8 ncerned uncles and aunts we L>ke. j be delighted to hear from you w • tf anv alumni can help us in Search, Please drop a line with 0 jesses of our missing nieces the/d nhews to the Wilkes College ^Office, Wilkes College, fi^s-Barre, Pa. 18766. , charon Ann Downing Meek’64 Ehael Dennis Melchior'59 Anthony Mencola 59 .WKES' Isoutiiipn^n>st. <^*§3 I 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY DR. JUDITH A. FARLEY is a resident in internal medicine at Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. DR. CLIFFORD FIELD is a family practice resident at Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, Pa. DR. HENRY A. FINN, JR., is a resident in general and orthopedic surgery at Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. DR. MARY L. KRISZA is a resident in internal medicine at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey. DR. MARTIN I. LANDER is a resident in otolaryngology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. DR. JOSEPH F. LITCHMAN is a resident in family practice at United Health and Hospital Services, Kingston, Pa. DR. CAROL D. LUZZI is a resident in pediatrics at Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. DR. JOHN N. MENIO is a resident in family medicine at United Health and Hospital Services, WilkesBarre, Pa. DR. ROBERT A. MENTYKA is a resident in internal medicine at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, DR, BRIAN J. MUNLEY is a resident in internal medicine at LksaEdizab\th Anne Duszak I;? Geo^gJ Andrew- Mikula '76 UK Bruce Miles '60 Mrs. Katherine M. Scureman Miles '60 Donna Mae Miller '73 Frederick A. Miller '37 Mrs. Kathryn E. Kresge Miller '71 Mrs. Nancy Miller '72 Richard P. Miller '72 Seymour L. Miller '56 Edward L. Miner '51 Ilona Miner '71 Glenn Robert Misner '76 David D. Mitchell ’71 Ratnakar Lal Mitra '74 Paul G. Mocko '66 Donald Mohr '61 William H. Mohr '51 Marty Monaghan '70 Mrs. Rachel Young Moraski '76 Mary E. Morgan '72 Mary Lee Morgan '69 Richard Allan Morgan '64 William A. Morgan '53 Francis Morock '71 Barbara E. Morris '68 Albert L. Major Morse '50 Philip T. Moseman ’73 Robert Howard Moser '47 Daniel Motill ’59 Eugene S. Moyer ’49 Joseph M. Muccino '64 Mrs. Harriet Z. Munk '44 Mr. Gerald Munzing '49 Michael John Murtha '77 Janyne Naille '70 Dr. Naweed Najib ’72 Kenneth P. Naparsteck '62 Kathryn M. Nardone ’79 aiyood Nareesrisanasdi ’75 ™ rol Monica Nawretowicz ’72 „ omas Andrew Nemchick '54 oward H. Nesbitt '67 Melvin Neuman '53 The “South River Street Revival” was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between April 13, 1980 and July 11, 1980. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. WILKES/HAHNEMANN PROGRAM In September, 1972, Wilkes College in cooperation with The Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital developed a program to provide primary care physicians for understaffed areas of Pennsylvania. Students who express an interest in the accelerated six-year program in family medicine must meet the admission requirements of Wilkes College and the Wilkes/Hahnemann Program. This accelerated program provides an integrated academic and medical education at both institutions plus clinical training in the hospitals of the Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton area. The following students have successfully completed the program this year and were awarded their baccalaureate and doctor of medicine degrees. DR. MARK W. BOHN is a resident in family medicine at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital in Kingston, Pa. DR. TOM COHEN is a resident in family medicine at United Health and Hospital Services, WilkesBarre, Pa. DR. EDWARD A. COONEY is a resident in family medicine at United Health and Hospital Services, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. DR. CHRISTINE EVANCHICK is a resident in internal medicine at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pa. Iinnrv A. Merolli 52 Sandra Ann Mickevege 76 Homer J-Middleton'50 Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa. DR. ALLAN D. NACHLIS is a resident in obstetrics-gynecology at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. DR. MARY RYCZAK is a resident in internal medicine at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pa. DR. RHONDA A. SANDERSON is a resident in obstetrics-gynecology at Women and Infants Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island. DR. EUGENE J. SIMONI is a resident in general surgery at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. DR. THOMAS W. SWAIN is a resident in internal medicine at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pa. DR. GEORGE A. TRUCKEN­ MILLER, JR., is a resident in internal medicine at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, DR. DAVID M. WALLACE is a resident in obstetrics-gynecology at Monmouth County Hospital, Long Branch, New Jersey. DR. MARGARET M. WOJNAR is a resident in internal medicine at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pa. DR. JEFFREY S. YABLON is a resident in general surgery and neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa., and the Downstate Medical Center, New York City, N.Y. 1956 bP^Y|D?N>ALD McFADDEN has imeon Christos Ntafos ’74 Joseph Obeid ’52 John Occhiato '63 Arthur D. O’Connor'52 Justin O Donnell '35 John P. O’Hara ’53 Andrew Joseph Oleksy ’57 Leonard V. Olszewski’43 Andrew P. O’Malley '37 Atty John F. O'Malley ’40 Frank Joseph Orlando '72 Sandra J. Orlowski ’77 Gene S. Orr ’50 Mar!ha Magner Ostrowski ’58 Barbara Ann Owen '64 James R. Owen '58 Henry S. Ozarko '49 Raymond J. Ozehoski '63 Christina Elizabeth Pagano '75 Gary John Paich '76 David E. Palmer ’69 Capt. Steven L. Panken '63 Angelo R. Pappa '55 Elizabeth J. Parra '55 Dr. Kenneth M. Patrician '71 Mrs. Beverly Edwards Patton '61 Frank Walter Paulewicz '74 Jerome Stephen Pauley '60 uMimni cAloles 1941 W. CAREY EVANS, president of the Wyoming Valley Nursery Inc., was recently elected a new member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. 1950 JOSEPH P. BRENNAN has joined the Wilkes-Barre office of Bache Halsey Stuart Schields Inc., the investment and brokerage firm, as vice president of investments. Joseph and his family reside in the Dallas, Pa. area. 1951 WILLIAM PERLMUTH, senior partner in the New York City law firm of Stroock, Stroock and Lavan, was recently elected a new member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. 1955 DR. J. WARREN BLAKER is chairman of the United States National Committee of the International Commission on Optics and an independent consultant in optical science. ith his wife, Sheila, and their three children. CHARLES NEELY is a senior medical representative for Pfizer Laboratories and he also has been p mtedn° thc Borough Council in Ridley Park, Pa. , 1958 HERMINA FRIED FINK has been appointed manager of Lincoln First uank's Irondequoit East office. Hermina resides in Rochester, New York with her husband, William and their two daughters. 1961 JAMES SKESAVAGE, marketing manager for the acrylite sheet department of CY/RO Industries, has been appointed to the board of directors of the National Association of Plastics Distributors. GLENN JOHNSON has been named vice president and associate administrative director for Clinic Services at Geisinger Medical Center. Glenn, his wife, Sandra, and their three children reside in Danville, Pa. 1962 DR. RICHARD T. REES and RICHARD J. CARPENTER ’76 have co-authored an article entitled "A Decision Making Model for Collective Bargaining" which appeared in the Summer 1980 issue of Planning and Changing, a journal for school administrators. Rick Rees is the Director of Education and Training at Mercy Hospital, Miami, Florida and Dick Carpenter is President of Carpenter Consulting Associates in Spokane, Washington. 1963 DR. JOHN PIKULSKI, a member of the University of Delaware education faculty, has been named chairperson of the department of educational development at the college. John resides in Newark, New Jersey with his wife and two children. 1963 DR. EPHRAIM FRANKEL received his Ph.D. at commencement ceremonies at the University of Wisconsin on May 18,1980. He resides at 962 Lake Court, Madison. Wisconsin, with his wife, Marian. SUMMER 1980 21 �Piano Technician Earl Orcutt, ’69 by Noreen Corbett '79 Give him a tune, he’s the piano man. Better yet, give him a piano and he'll tune it! “He" is Earl Orcutt, piano technician, a 1969 graduate of Wilkes College with a B.A. in music. Earl's first encounter with a piano was as a youngster in his hometown, Pennyan, New York. He played the piano and the 1968 EDWARD WILLIAMS received his Ph.D. in anatomy from Emory University and has been awarded an NIH grant to be a post doctoral fellow at Rockefeller University in New York City. 1969 BRYN KEHRLI and SUSAN DOWNS '74 were recently married. Bryn was awarded an M.B.A. from Wilkes in 1973 and is an Employee Relations Officer for Georgetown University. The couple resides in Washington, D.C. MARIE SKIBINSKI and Kenneth Gresko were recently married. Marie is employed as a computer specialist by the Federal Communications Commission in Washington, D.C., and the couple is residing in Arlington, Virginia. A son, Taft Achilles, was born on December 17,1979, to Ruth and MARTIN NAPARSTECK. Martin is public information officer for the Wilkes-Barre campus of the Pennsylvania State University and recently had his latest novel, “War Song,” published. The family resides at 361 Machell Avenue, Dallas, Pa. 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY xxasts'A 'N Curtain, chorus, and the Collegians^ tn fact, he is still an active member of the Wilkes College Wind Ensemble. “I guess what I enjoyed most during my years at Wilkes was the opportunity, for two years, to attend the lnter“de9'a ® Orchestra Festival," stated Orcutt This is an annual event in which about 70-/o students are selected from many colleges in the state. “It’s quite an honor and a wonderful experience," he added. It’s about one year now, that Earl has been working out of his shop on Barney Street, Wilkes-Barre. Here he performs his magic, restoring silent and crippled player pianos so that they gleam and sing again. With the help of his shop assistant Bob Kachline and pad-time assistant Phil Pilorz, Earl also does much refinishing work, makes his own replacement pieces for pianos, as well as tuning pianos. Earl estimated that his repair and tuning jobs are spread out over a 75-mile radius. He said that with money being tight, more and more people are looking to investing in their old pianos rather than purchasing new ones. As we walked through Earl’s shop, weaving in and out of partially-assembled players, various testing devices and equipment, and several pianos, pieces of 1970 ANDREA WARGO REED is employed as “Client Relations Coordinator" at Scientific Place­ ment, Inc. in Houston, Texas. DONALD PISARCIK has been appointed vice president of Finance and treasurer of the Wilson Group, U.S.A., Inc. Don, his wife, Karlane, and two children reside in Ringoes, New Jersey. DR. DANIEL KOPEN is chief resident in general surgery at Barnes Hospital of Washington University Medical School, St. Louis, Missouri. JUDITH VERVERS CRUSE received her master of arts degree from the Graduate School of Indiana University of Pennsylvania. A daughter, Sarah Ann, was born on December 24,1979, to William and DONNA EDFORD MORRISON. The family resides in Kannapolis, North Carolina. A daughter, Jill Nancy, was born on May 10,1980, to Karen and KEN GORDON. Ken is a chemist for the U. S. Food and Drug Administration and the family resides in Philadelphia, Pa. pianos, and the player mechanism of an old church pipe organ, Earl talked a little about his business. "At least twice a year I receive a phone call in which the person asks, 'Do you sell the tools to tune a . . .,' and before they even finish the question I've emphatically told them NO!” Earl said. y Earl has been playing the piano since he was four, and he has been tuning them for more than 17 years. “What most people don't realize is that the strings of the average piano withstand the force of 18 tons of pressure; each string has a couple of hundred pounds of pressure on it," he explained. “When you hear a piano string break, you know for sure that something has gone wrong,” he emphasized. "That’s the main reason I don’t advocate do-ityourself piano tuning. The strings must be tightened in the proper sequence and each string has about 10 adjustments that must be made," the Wilkes graduate added. “The main thing that throws a piano out of tune is the weather." He continues, “There are about five different kinds of metal and six different types of wood that are used in the construction of a piano, if you move a piano from one house to another, it's not so much the bouncing and the jostling that throws it out of tune as it is the change in the environment. Some pianos adjust better than others," he added. “For example, big, old upright 1971 DR. THERESA KLIMEK-FRITZGES was awarded a Ph.D. in counseling psychology by Fordham University on May 25,1980. Theresa resides in East Windsor with her husband, BRUCE FRITZGES ’70, who is a standards and procedures analyst with the State of New Jersey. DR. JOHN WILLIAMS recently received his doctorate degree in counseling education at The Pennsylvania State University. Job)in is on the faculty of the Human Resources department at the University of Scranton and he resides in Kingsley, Pa., with his wife Alice. EUGENE DOMZALSKI has been appointed director of career planning at Wilkes College. CHARLES CAPPA was recently married to Susan Powers. Charles is an economist with the United States Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., and the couple is residing in Springfield, Virginia. Dominick and JOYCE ROTHER BURLONE announce the birth of a junked and /or dismantled i 9 “re'essly are interested in restorinoma °W people ?efi’niXd„COnlp0nents- Otcutt noted that line o^PS;SworrekCen,addi,iOn,° and piece'rn 75 hours to restore. from ntanos has 88 bellows which ■•player P dred “ the technician said as must be r.es.„ hose devices which produce he Poirl hOn air pressure is squeezed sound wtie" b ' Earl added that the cloth 'hr°^ instruct the bellows is of used 10,c£nesses for different uses. “sometimes we even offer our an , mers a choice of colors! Redesign of the piano has been as h nuesswork as scientific rnuch,p9rine ‘ Earl informed us. added. So ed step by step, so that through t 9 O s the attitude had developed that Wil make a player piano better than Jours.'By 1920 there were about 50 different companies producing over 350 brands of players. "Player pianos were at the height of their popularity during the 1910's and 1920's By the 1940's there was a whole daughter, Suzanne, on February 4, 1980. The family resides in Anderson, South Carolina, where Joyce is a part-time statistics instructor at Tri-County Technical College. The couple has another daughter, Karen, 3. 1972 DAVID THOMAS recently received his master of science degree in biology at Bloomsburg State College. Dave is a teacher in the Hanover Area School District. MARY COVINE BALTES, a corporate paralegal with the WilkesBarre law firm of Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, is one of ten nation-wide appointees to the Corporate Law Advisory Committee of The iladelphia Institute for Paralegal raining Continuing Professional ucation Division. Mary, her Y<-Si ant^ R°b, and their son vllchael, reside in Blakeslee, Pe nna. ^I5,L!AM A- HANBURY has been and v- (?lrec^or °f the Convention Svrari1Slt°ot ^ureau the Greater Svrar Se <Chamber ~' lani^>er of Commerce, ^racuse, New York. d?B ' 'Ust lake a Piano >0 a dip- ppi;* mechanisms. He noted "Most nt iho it hirise i m °t9hany Pian° decided to sand . “My favorite players are the nickelodeons," Earl told us. "They’re a fun thing and it’s not too difficult to modify a player piano into a nickelodeon by adding a few parts," he said as he turned on a cassette recording of a restored 1920 nickelodeon. As the sound of the recorded nickelodeon filled the shop, Earl roamed around and showed us some of the instruments he had taken out of an old nickelodeon and had restored. "When I moved to this location last August I was concerned that it would be too big — now I don't know where lo put everything! I didn’t realize that I had 18 pianos stored in different locations until I gathered them to bring them here. "As you can see, we do a lot of work and very little cleaning," he said halfjokingly as he worked his way around an old player piano surrounded by various used a L ' ' he„°nly problem is tha’ Ded.a p «er sander 10 d° !he job and it ale right through the veneer!" When he is not tuning a piano or working in his shop, you may find Earl rehearsing with the Orpheus Society, or the Stegmaier Band. He also plays the church organ for the First Church of Christ m Forty Fort. Although Earl is kept very busy restoring player pianos, old uprights, grand pianos, antiquated reed organs, and old church organs, he always finds the time to play his piano, organ, or French horn. He admits that his friends and relatives are sometimes wary of him because "I'll sing and I'll play wherever and whenever I get the chance!" In the 11 years Earl has been out of Wilkes, he has managed to maintain associations with his alma mater. I guess you might say thal staying in touch is not enough for Earl Orcutt class of ’69 - he must also be in tune. q 1973 BLASE GAVLICK was recently graduated from the Delaware Law School of Widener University. While at Delaware, he was an editor of the “Law Forum" and a member of the Moot Court I lonor Society. Blase is trust administrator, Business Interest Division, Trust and Investment Group, of First Pennsylvania Bank, Philadelphia, Pa. He resides in Wilmington, Delaware with his wife, JEAN GILROY GAVLICK ’74, a third year student at Delaware Law School, and their one year old son, Edmund Paul. ANN ORZEK has received an appointment as assistant instructor in the Department of Counseling, University of Kansas. Currently, she is a second-year student in the doctoral program in counseling psychology and is associated with the Rape Victim Support Services of Douglas County, Kansas. JOSEPH KRACKENFELS recently received his masters degree in business administration from . California State University. Joe is an employee of Lakers Airlines and resides in Northridge, California. STEPHEN D. WASHKO has recently been promoted to the position of senior research metallurgist at Allegheny Ludlum Ind. Research Center in Brackenridge. Steve is presently pursuing his Ph.D. in physical metallurgy at the University of Pittsburgh and he resides with wife, Mary and four children in Butler, Pa. STEVEN JONES and Andrea Pastuszak were recently married. Steve is employed by Human Services Consultants as project director and the couple is residing in Nanticoke, Pa. A son, Joshua David, was born on August 13,1979, to John and BEVERLY GUYER MEDCALF. The family resides at 69 Third Avenue, Kingston, Pa. A son, Douglas, was born on May 9, 1980 to Maudene and PATRICK RATCHFORD. The couple has two other children, Maureen, 9 years and Patrick, 5 years. 1974 PAULA CASTRUCCI ATHERHOLT recently received her masters degree in learnm° disabilities from Fairleigh , ’ „ TUniversity. Tniversity. She is a music Dickinson SUMMER 1980 23 �teacher in Denville, New Jersey, and resides in Montclair with her husband, Bob. DAVID ELLIS has been appointed marketing research manager for the R. T. French Company of Rochester, New York. JEFFREY KATRA and Deborah Strish were recently married. Jeff is an education specialist in guidance and counseling at Luzerne County Intermediate Unit 18 and the couple resides at Gateway Manor, Edwardsville, Pa. 1975 DR. NELSON LANDMESSER was recently awarded his doctorate degree in organic chemistry from Duke University. Nelson is presently employed as a development chemist with Merrell-National Laboratories, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. DR. DANA HANKEY recently received his doctorate in solid state science from Penn State University. Dana is employed as a member of the technical staff with Sandia Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he resides with his wife, Becky and their daughter, Stephanie. JAMES POSTUPACK is vice president of Paint Plus, Inc., 562 SE Fifteenth Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida. DR. ANTHONY MOLITORIS has opened his office for the practice of General Optometry and Contact Lenses at 1488 San Souci Parkway, Hanover Township, Pa. PAUL YURCHAK and Rose Ann Zangardi were recently married. Paul is employed by Burroughs Corporation and the couple is residing in Pittston, Pa. THEODORE WARKOMSKI and Joan Matusek were recently married. Ted is currently pursuing a master's degree at East Stroudsburg State College and the couple is residing in Nanticoke, Pa. Victor and JENNY WUNDER GALUNIC announce the birth of a daughter, Vonya Jayne, on September 8,1979. The family is residing in Cresco, Pa. Harry and JANICE YARRISH SWEPSTON announce the birth of a daughter, Jocelyn Nicole, June 22, 1980. The couple also has a daughter, Caitlin and the family' resides at 161 Lawn Avenue, Shavertown, Pa. 1976 ROBERT BOSTON has been appointed manager of operations for the Luzerne County Transportation Authority. Bob resides at 643 24 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Schuyler Avenue, Kingston, Pa., with his wife, Kathy and two daughters, Christine and Debra. DR. RAFAEL VELEZ received a doctor of medicine degree from Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital, where he will complete a General Surgery residency. RAYMOND TOMAINE received his master of science degree at Bucknell University on June 1,1980. PAUL GHROMEY received the degree of doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.) from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine on June 1,1980. Paul is serving a residency at Scranton State General Hospital and plans to practice in Duryea and West Pittston, Pa. 1st LT. FAITH SHARER is chief personnel utilization, Goodfellow Air Force Base, San Angelo, Texas. Faith has been selected as an outstanding young woman of America in the West Texas area. She also is a nominee for the Distinguished Military Citizenship award and for the Goodfellow outstanding junior officer award. Presently, Faith is enrolled at Angelo State University working on a master of science degree in psychology. KENNETH REX and Christina Glawe were recently married. Ken is manager and design engineer at Rex Plumbing and Heating of Kingston, and also president of Sunpower Supply Company of Pennsylvania. STEPHEN ORLOWSKI and Karen Bowman were recently married. Steve is employed at Mercy Hospital and the couple is residing in West Pittston, Pa. Xw “GS“k°UnSel “", °r at Wilkes College ANTHONY CILIBERTO and Joan Fino were recently married. Tony is employed by Prestige Pools and the couple is residing in Bear Creek Township, Pa. ma^e>N fAXELRAD received her 1977 DR. DAVID RAMSTAD recently graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. SasK-* JULIA BOWALICK CLELLAND has been appointed head nurse on the management level at Allentown Sacred Heart Hospital Center. Julia and her husband, Russell reside in Bethlehem, Pa. WALTER KILLIAN, ANNE WALL and CHESTER DUDICK received juris doctor degrees from the Dickinson School of Law. MARY BELIN RHODES, a mathematics teacher in the Abington Heights School District, was recently elected a new member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. DR. KENNETH MARTIN received his doctor of osteopathy degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteo­ pathic Medicine on June 8,1980. RICHARD LACY and DIANE SHERMAN ’76 were recently married. Dick is employed as a claims adjuster by Crawford and Company, Scranton, Pa. Diane is employed by the Greater Nanticoke Area School District and the Susquehanna Savings Association, Nanticoke, Pa., where the couple resides. ROBERT POTORSKI and Laura Morganti were recently married. Bob is attending Universidad Centrel Del Este School of Medicine in the Dominican Republic. MARIA CASAGRANDE and Daniel Kepich were recently married and the couple is residing in Long Island, New York. GARRY TAROLI was recently wed to PEGGY SCHUTZ ’78. Garry is associated with the law firm of Rosenn, Jenkins and Greenwald. Peggy is employed by Jewelcor and the couple is residing in Forty Fort, Pa. JOSEPH YEDINAK and Deborah Bilski were recently married. Joe is working toward his masters degree in physics at Wilkes College and is also employed as an electrical engineer at the RCA plant in Mountaintop, Pa. The couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre. DIANE RUDZAVICH and DR. JOSEPH MAJESKI were recently married. Diane attends Temple University School of Pharmacy and Joe is an intern at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pa., where the couple resides. A son, Charles Walter, Jr., was born April 3,1980, to Charles and DEBRA DZIECIOL ANGELO. This is their first child and they reside at 68 Courtright Street, Plainsville, Pa. Debra is a kindergarten teacher at Sacred Heart School, Luzerne. nPPther with S.O.S.” What’s q°O S 9?9 It W3S a seminar' Sk/7/S 0 SuM which utilized the mlents of successful alumni and r ends who came to the Wilkes campus to share their knowledge and experience with the undergraduate students in order to help them manage their lives and careers more effectively after graduation. This new program was developed and coordinated by Tanya April Hallez, assistant director of Alumni Relations. According to Ms. Hallez, the program was initiated to continue the Wilkes College philosophy of the education of the whole man. Academics alone will not help a person survive in the world outside the sheltering confines of parents and college. Knowledge of such basic ideas as managing money, securing and repaying loans, buying or renting a house, legal services available, consumer problems, the necessity of insurance, and the ever-present income tax are important to the transition from student to functioning member of society. The concept of S.O.S. is to help with this transition and who can ?!?V'?e beHer answers than those anrtK e besn students at Wilkes na nave become successful in nf mC^osen careers? The faculty thpbe Colle9e supplies the Drarfles,and a|umni suoply the Pract'ca rea|ities unrestricted by bet curricula. held V'rst these seminars was t Learmnr"o12’ 1980’ in stark Center with 18 alumni and other professionals participating. Attorneys, accountants, bankers, business owners, and others gave up an entire Saturday to advise the students on some aspect of personal living. Everything from how to survive in a big city to how to survive a receiving line was discussed. Plans are now being made to make this program an on­ going event at Wilkes with three or four such seminars considered for the current academic year. One seminar being planned will deal entirely with women in the professional world. Not only does this type of program assist the students with their futures, but it also allows alumni to have a meaningful part in the growth of students of Wilkes College. The alumni who participated enjoyed discussing issues with each other and also getting a fresh outlook from the students. The success of the first S.O.S. seminar can be credited to Mr. Allan J. Allan ’50, who chaired the program, and all those who took part in presentations and discussions, which include: Mr. William Cox '60; Mr. William, Mainwaring '73; Mrs. Rhea Poptis Simms '78; Mr. Lee Ciarmatori 72, Mrs. Madeleine Carlin; Dr. Bruce Brown; Dr. Herb Frye; Atty. Paula Quinn ’73; Atty. Gifford Cappellini ’74; Dr. Charlotte Lord, Mrs. Nancy Brown Williams '56; Mrs. Alice Dew Schappert '49; Mr. Dal® DeRonde '62; Mr. Lonnie Coombs ’70; Mr. Carl Zoolkoski 59, Att/_ Michael Shucosky; and Atty. Basil Russin '68. O BLIEMandDR. RICHARD BELLACOSA received the degrees of doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.) from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Brian is serving a residency at Moss Rehabilitation Center, Philadelphia, Pa. and Richard is a resident at Northlake Community Hospital in Northlake, Illinois. MAUREEN RINCAVAGE and EDWARD RICHARDS were recently married. Maureen is a substitute teacher in the Pittston Area School District. Ed is a professional musician and also a substitute teacher at Pittston and Wyoming Area School Districts. The couple is residing at 130 Lambert Street, Pittston, Pa. MILDRED WYSOCKI and Lawrence Roke were recently married. Mildred is employed by the Wilkes-Barre Area School District and the couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. DR. BONITA METZGER and Paul Mancia were recently married. Bonita is a resident in obstetrics­ gynecology at the Hershey Medical Center, and the couple is residing in Forty Fort, Pa. 1979 CHARLES HOZEMPA and Rosemary McAndrew were recently married. Charles is an auditor for Blue Cross and the couple is residing in Dallas, Pa. PAUL WENGEN and ELLEN DU FOSSE '78 were recently married. The couple is residing in Sunnyvale, California. 1980 BARBARA RODDA WELCH has been appointed assistant to the dean of admissions at Wilkes College. LISA ANN HALL and John Sellam Werre7KcyHo3?alin in West Pittston, Pa. u SUMMER 1980 25 �/ J-'— r.. 'A Peaches, Anyone? by Betsy B. Condron I'm an inveterate collector of catchy phrases, heart­ rending tales, meaningful stories my children will benefit from (?), recipes I'll never live long enough to try one fraction of, marvelous JANE REESE BARTON ’50, of 848’ exercises to make me exotic . . . and Lord Leighton Drive, Virginia Beach,■ humorous items to illustrate my serious Virginia, died on February 11,1980, Quarterly messages so that everyone will feel at the age of 51. Jane received her they simply must read on 1 BA degree in social studies from I.e. something in the Christopher News Wilkes in 1950 and had been Notes titled "Think Ahead": A man watched employed as a librarian at the his 80-year-old neighbor planting a tiny peach Lancaster County Library. Surviving tree. "You don't expect to eat peaches from are her husband, William; son, that tree, do you?", he inquired. Resting on William R. and daughter, Megan, all his spade, the old man admitted he never of Virginia Beach. would. "But all my life I've enjoyed peaches — never from a tree I planted myself. MICHAEL C. WALLACE ’79, of I'd have had no peaches if other people 324 Wyoming Avenue, Dayton, Ohio, hadn't done what I'm doing now. I'm just died on April 19,1980, at the age of trying to repay the other fellows who planted 23. Michael was a Meyers High School graduate and received his for me." B.S. degree in chemistry from Wilkes We benefit in myriad ways from the fruit in 1979. He was a chemist for the that others have planted for us. And many Monsanto Research Laboratories in persons try to repay those forebears by Dayton, Ohio and was taking enriching their communities so that future post-graduate studies at Dayton generations may reap what has been sown ... University. a major reason why Wilkes College has so Surviving are his father Charles, many loyal and generous supporters among Wilkes-Barre, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. Clara its alumni and friends. English, New York City and Mrs. One of the most important ways by which Rita Uskauski, Lansdale, Pa. we can provide for our descendants is to do our estate planning NOW. Such provision, JEFFREY C. DAVIS ’79, of 1209 when it includes a Planned Gift (one you Lincoln Avenue, Nanticoke, Pa., arrange during your lifetime), can also benefit died July 9,1980, at the age of 22 in you . . . the person doing the planning. Wilkes-Barre General Hospital where he was admitted as a medical As I've mentioned in this column before, patient July 7. Jeff graduated from the Planned Gift most easily understood is a the John S. Fine High School in bequest by will which benefits Wilkes at the Nanticoke and received his B.S. donor's death. In addition, there are new degree in business administration laws which encourage charitable giving in from Wilkes in 1979. He had been other ways. Plans such as the Wilkes Pooled employed at the Hess’s Department Income Fund, Unitrusts and Annuity Trusts Store, Viewmont Mall, as a manager may: 1) entitle you to an immediate trainee. Surviving are his parents, charitable contribution deduction on income [ Charles Davis, Sheatown, Pa. and tax return; 2) save tax on long-term capital Jeanette Langelli, Havertown; gains if appreciated property is used to fund brother Charles, Havertown; sister, the trust; 3) pay an income for life, with no I Mrs. Sharon Beggs, Nanticoke. o management worries; 4) continue paying income after your death to a surviving loved [ one whom you designate; 5) reduce state taxes for your heirs and; 6) further the unique educational opportunities offered by Wilkes. "If you do not think about the i future, you will not have one." (John Galsworthy) i t- Him memoria 1 V 1 -i It is common knowledge among those who deal with bequests, wills, and estates that most people underestimate the size of their estates or don't consider themselves in the category of having an estale at all. But I'll wager that everyone reading this Quarterly has an estate. You started building it the day you received your first dollar. It consists of everything - real or personal — that you own: silver pitcher or brass vase, bracelet or cuff links, car or cottage, bank account or life insurance. Naturally you want to pass on as much of this property as possible - to family, friends, and worthy institutions. There are people to help you plan wisely so that you can achieve objectives you never thought possible: lawyers, accountants, bank trust officers, life insurance underwriters and, if Wilkes is involved, persons from our Development staff. Another of my collector's items, one of countless Chinese proverbs, reminds us: "If you plan for one year, plant rice; for ten years, plant trees; but if you are planning for a lifetime, educate people." Wilkes is educating people. It is laying a foundation to provide for the future. If you would like to be part of Wilkes' foundation, of its own peach orchard (so to speak), you should consider this tip as part of your estate planning. A versatile way to make your charitable gift to the College and, at the same time, assure a certain source of income is through one of our life income plans. (You could be eating peaches while the tree is growing!) Become a collector of useful information and let us send you our brand new brochure about planned giving. Just clip and return the coupon below. The old peach tree planter had the right philosophy. Each generation owes a tremendous debt to the last and a like obligation to the next. Awareness of this fact can lead to action that will make our gratitude effective. o 0"'c 1 .. WILKES D ■i CoL LEGE CONNECTION t ' 1 — FOR 24-HOUR information ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. - -—*• —-1 J -n7-826-1135 Plan now 33rd \ Annual Homecoming October 10,11,12,1980 All Homecoming Activities to be held on campus! Soccer Match ' * r- . 1 SEE HOMECOMING BROCHURE (Separate Mailing) Plan now Alumni vs. Varsity .X . *,r ’ v/ Saturday j September 13, 1980 Ralston Field P' ■ ®fs- Xinceton Univ February°^-March ■ ? name. . '• address. •1 phone .. Do you know a Wilkes College Alumnus who has or is doing something ,v h interesting? The "Quarterly" is always seeking ■' '! Wilkes College alumni to feature in the South River Street Revival * I section. If you have any ideas or nominations send them to the Editor, Wilkes College Quarterly, Wilkes College, WilkesBarre, Pa. 18766. i 10 ft^e Eastern Intercon^ WrestlingTournamc To; Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 I am interested in learning more about pooled income funds I wish to record that I have arranged for a bequest to Wilkes College £ vf f Ss i I ■2 * -(Zzi. I date _ 26 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY fl 3 1 ' V. 'Z * > SI. % ~S I W-7 « ■■ r7 �; ilkes College has grown and prosperedi on tradition. We of unparalleled fulfillment and promise. believe it to be a tradition i Since its founding in 1933, Wilkes College has been committed to its original mission —“Unity Amidst Diversity”— and the recognition that academic training will be of minor importance unless our graduates emerge as persons of strong character, proper deportment, and sound moral values. This commitment to quality education has been the keystone of the Wilkes College tradition. I AS,! VX VV ■ • — | — — 1 . ■ We hope that the Wilkes tradition continues to grow and flourish. If your son, daughter, or friend is interested in obtaining more information about Wilkes College, its academic programs, and admissions procedures, please cut out and return the coupon below. WRITE TO: Office of Admissions, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Please send me a copy of the 1981 Admissions Material. Name Address City .State. Zip Code. .State. Zip Code. Alumnus Name Alumnus Address. City Additional Information Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED PAID PERMIT NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. MRS. BETSY BELL C0NDR0N 36 REYNOLDS STREET KINGSTON, PA *79 18/0/4 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Summer 1980 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1980 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/403f96dc1d73f092a8cb4ec943c965cb.pdf 1f5a3ca9aac2448ecb47c11b5efcf477 PDF Text Text �FRLL1QBO Though we travel the world over Volume 4. Number 2 To find the beautiful We must carry it within Or we shall find it not editor Emerson Randall J. Xenakis associate editor Jane E. Manganella editorial staff Cindy Ercolani '81 William Miller '81 Daria Morris '83 Margaret Scholl '81 William Scholl '83 Edward White III '80 Regina White '83 contributing staff Betsy Bell Condron Margaret Scholl '81 Edward White 111 '80 Regina White '83 contributing photographers Donald D. Carey Arthurs. Miller art director WILKES COLLEGE, CIMfiETOIwr ON THE COVER — Anne Vanko Liva, professor emerita at Wilkes College, has been a member of the music faculty for twenty-three years. During that time, she has devoted all her energy toward the development of talent in students as pianists. These students have been recognized in State, Eastern and National levels in Jr. High, High School and College competitions. Ms. Liva was given an unprecedented honor when she was awarded both the "Best Teacher" and the "Service Award" by the Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association, the first time the two awards were given to the same person. Since 1959, Ms. Liva has conducted teachers' workshops and lectures in colleges and universities and music teachers associations in the Eastern and Southern states. In 1978, she conducted a workshop at Digby Stuart College in London, England. Still teaching at the College, she also is director of the Liva Music Studios in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Shown with Ms. Liva on the cover is Randall Perry, a student at Wilkes College. Research for Tomorrow Wilkes environmental science major Paul Hausman was tapped by the U.S. Department of Energy to research the disposal of radioactive waste. An issue of today that will affect us tomorrow. 1 A Musical Experience ... of Note by. Randy Xenakis With the implementation of a new and exciting curriculum the music department is forging ahead, notably. See why more students are enrolling in the program and why the department can be selective in its enrollment process. 8 Jon Schaffer circulation Tanya Hallez '67 Alpha Campaign Tops $Z.4 Million With the help and support of alumni and friends of the College. President Capin announces the attainment of Alpha's $2.4 million goal. Complete details and photographs inside. A Run for Life . . . Rudolph Style by: Randy Xenakis A recap of a touching lecture given by Olympic Gold Medalist Wilma Rudolph in the first of the 1980-81 Concert and Lecture Series programs at Wilkes. Homecoming 1980 by: Jane Manganella A pictorial display of the people, places and events that made up the 1980 Homecoming. The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. 5151 17 1® Plato, Humorous? by: Betsy Condron In her continuing series on Planned Giving. Betsy Condron poses an interesting question in the relationship of Plato to Planned Giving. Chronicle — 4 Gallery - 12 Sports Update — 12 South River St. Revival — 14 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Louis Shaffer, Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret. Trustee Emerita Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber. Trustee Emerita Thomas H. Kiley. Trustee Emeritus OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener, Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz. Secretary James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward W. Bixby. Jr.. M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 W. Carey Evans '41 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner. Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rhodes Arnold S. Rifkin Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 William Sword E. Arthur Trabant. Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 FALL 1980 3 �[ TWENTY-SEVEN WILKES STUDENTS AWARDED PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS Twenty-seven Wilkes College students have been awarded Presidential Academic Scholarships for the 1980-81 academic year, according to Dr. Gerald Wuori, Dean of Admissions. The scholarships are awarded to those students entering Wilkes who have scored 1100 or above on the Scholastic Aptitude Test and rank in the upper 10% of their graduating class. ten years, and holds a B.A. and M.B.A. degree from that institution. His diverse background includes publications, media relations, direction and implementation of the news service bureau, fund raising and community relations. He also served as an adjunct professor of business administration at Southern College in Orlando. Xenakis' professional affiliations include: the University Club of Winter Park, Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), the Winter Park Memorial Hospital Community Relations Committee, Florida Public Relations Association, National Association of Radio Broadcasters, the University and College Relations Committee of the Orlando Chamber of Commerce, and the Orlando Press Club. An active participant in campus life at Rollins, he served as a member of the Publications Union, the Board of Directors of the Student Center, the College Life Committee, the Presidential Staff, and the Cornell Fine Arts Center Advisory Board. Randy and his wife, the former Donna McNaughton, reside in Dallas. -'-Jig test. Presidential Academic Scholarship recipients include: Paul Boyer, Millville, Pa.; Jill Burlingame Towanda; Elaine Czachor, WilkesBarre; Bernard Dardzinski, WilkesBarre; Karen DeLuke, Endwell, N.Y.; Stephen DiRocco, Fort Lee, N.J., Donna Garber, Shavertown; James Garvin, Paulsboro, N.J.; John Grosenbeck, Oak Ridge, N.J.; Thomas Hanley, Weatherly, Pa; Sean Harney, Milan, Pa.; Anthony Kubasek, Mocanaqua; Loretta Martin, Downington, Pa.; Deborah Mazzeo, Old Forge; Leo Morgan, Pittston; Donna Nitka, Kelayres, Pa.; Reesa O'Boyle, Pocono; Kathleen Roach, New Paltz, N.Y.; Mary Romanick, Plymouth; and Michael Rupp, Carbondale. Additional recipients includeDale Scanlon, Dupont; Kimberly Shealer, Auburn, Pa.; Lori Smith Kingston; Thomas Swirbel, ’ Mountaintop; Lorraine Ungvarsky Wilkes-Barre; and Jeanne White ’ Endicott, N.Y. Each merit scholar is awarded a $500 scholarship which is renewable each year for those students who maintain at least a 3.0 overall average and participate in at least one college activity. DEBATE Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin (center/ greets Pennsylvania Attorney General candidates LeRoy Zimmerman (left/ and Michael O'Pake prior to televised debate sponsored by the Wilkes College Political Science Department and the Wilkes-Barre Law Library. Broadcast live over WBRE-TV, this year marked the first time in the history of Pennsylvania that the Attorney General was elected by the people. WILKES COLLEGE ACT 101 STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN LABS XENAKIS NAMED PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR The appointment of Randall Xenakis to the position of Director of Public Relations and Publications at Wilkes College was announced in August by President Robert S. Capin. Xenakis was named to the position after a Search Committee reviewed over 100 applications. Professor of Physics Walter Placek and students from the Wilkes Act 101 “Operation Phoenix” program work on an experiment in a physics laboratory at the college. Funded by the Pennsylvania Bureau of Equal Educational Opportunity and Wilkes, the program gives pre-college level students the opportunity to become familiar with a college atmosphere and encourages the non-traditional student to go on to higher education. Approximately 105 students are now participating in the Act 101 program on campus. It provides free counseling and tutoring services as well as workshops and classes to improve reading and study skills; '™b'ng skills and mathematical skills. The program operates on a year-round basis with summer classes available. Shown with Placek are students Bonnie Keber of Nanticoke (standing) and Tom Dziak of Hazleton. ORIENTATION . Formerly Director of Public Relations and Publications for Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, Xenakis has been involvec in all areas of Public Relations for __ _J / New students entering Wilkes in September were treated to a new game-type experience, "Playfair. The audience-participation games were designed to enable students to interact with fellow students and faculty members. The experience seems to have served its purpose as a smiling President Capin is surrounded by enthusiastic students. 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY FALL 1980 5 i �WILKES RECEIVES MERIT AWARD FOR SPACE UTILIZATION STUDY Wilkes College was presented the first Award of Merit ever presented by' the American Planning Associa­ tion recently for their development of a Space Utilization Study and Planning Aid for the Wilkes-Barre campus. The firm of Pj'ros and Sanderson, local architects and planners, were also honored for their efforts on behalf of the study. Dr. Andrew Shaw, Dean of Management at Wilkes, received the award at the Economic Development Council dinner held recently at the Woodlands in Wilkes-Barre. The Space Utilization Study was designed to survey, catalogue and analyze the physical plant of the College and produce a master plan of action designed to reduce the operating budget while maintaining flexibility to meet future needs. TIE YOURSELF DOWN WITH A WILKES TIE I!! If you are looking for a way to ge( tied down, Wilkes Alumni Paul and Jean Adams have the answer. They are currently designing a Wilkes College tie which will be available to alumni at a nominal fee. More details will be available in the next issue of the Quarterly so make plans to leave space on your tie rack for your alma mater tie. THE WILKES WILKES SENIOR COMPLETES RESEARCH SPONSORED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY I I I ■ TDR WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS by Margaret Scholl The Wilkes College Theta Delta Rho Sorority began activities for the 1980-81 academic year by welcoming new members at a recent informal gathering at the Annette Evans Alumni House. The sorority, a community and campus service organization, is the oldest one on the Wilkes campus. The new members, consisting of residence and commuter students, will be officially initiated into the sorority on a point system basis. Initiation will occur during the spring semester. 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY The sorority, the only organization of its kind on campus, sponsors various human service projects and social activities throughout the year. These projects include: several bake sales and candy apple sales and a traditional Golden Agers' Christmas Party. The members are currently planning a holiday fashion show to be held in late fall. Shown at the New Member Get Together are, front row (left to right): Tanya Hallez, advisor; Sandy Bottone, Waverly, N.Y.; M. Margaret McKeown, Glen Lyon; Roseanna Randazzo, Pittston; Kim Williams, Wilkes-Barre, treasurer; Roberta Price, Forty Fort, new member advisor; and Judy Solack, WilkesBarre, vice president. Second row: Marlene Brush, Kingston; Mary Jo Sagliocco, Pittston; Connie Zelinski, Plains, new member advisor; and Robin Dutko, Miami, Fla. Third row: Debbie Bartoshunas, Pittston; JoAnne Bennick, Kingston, secretary; and Cathy Price, Exeter. Fourth row: Marie Cruise, Exeter; Maurita Gries, Dallas, president; and Carmela Kobylski, Pittston. O The United States Department of Energy has been trying for years to find a way to safely dispose of radioactive waste, and, as of now has not been successful. Nonetheless, the effort to win the battle against the harmful material continues and one Basking Ridge (N.J.) resident has played an important part in that attempt. Paul Hausman, a senior environmental science major at Wilkes and son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hausman, spent ten weeks this past summer in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, analyzing water-flow characteristics around low-level radioactive waste burial sites. “My primary mission was to help find a way to contain radioactive materials and render them harmless," says Hausman, who was given a stipend of over $1,000 by the Energy Department to conduct his research. "While the project I am involved with is somewhat complicated, it may someday help solve the radioactive waste problem.” Hausman's research, conducted at the Oak Ridge National Labs in Tennessee, (site of the Nation’s first nuclear reactor used to produce plutonium for the first Atomic Bomb) concentrated on saturating areas of soil with water to measure the flow of radioactive-like particles underground. That procedure would be followed with chemical additives to the soil which would literally trap any harmful radioactive particles enabling them to decay on their own over a period of time. Much of Hausman’s term was spent in the lab monitoring the flow of water through a sampling of soil. “It is important that the speed at which water will flow through the soil and in what direction it flows be calculated,” stated Hausman. “Once this information is secured you can gauge the expected flow of radioactive materials when buried and saturated with water." One of 100 students from around the country to be tapped by the Department of Energy, Hausman views his research as a step in the right direction toward radioactive containment. "Some scientists feel that radioactive materials will never be contained safely while others feel a solution is as close as five years away,” offers the 21-year-old environmentalist. "My personal feeling," he continued, "is that safe containment is at least 15 to 20 years away." college connection FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 LOOKING AHEAD The next issue of the Wilkes Quarterly will highlight and report on: • Current trends and developments in the area of Career Services for Wilkes students. • A special in-depth look at one of the most historic buildings on campus. • The announcement of a special new lecture series scheduled to begin in the Spring. • A report on the current status of the admissions operations at Wilkes. . . . and much more. Do you have something special that you would like to see included in future issues? Drop us a note and give us the details. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. Wilkes senior Paul Hausman analyzes water-flow characteristics as part of summer research in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. If Hausman is correct in his time estimation then he will be able to feel secure during his lifetime knowing that he has played a part in the ultimate solution of the safe disposal of radioactive waste. "Even more important than that," he says, "I will have helped make the world a little bit safer for my children." O ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. FALL 1980 7 �' , • UnCe ® o JTusicai p by Randy Xenakis J 4 T £ i r Jfote r f The success of any organization is naturally dependent upon the sum of its parts. In the case of Wilkes College, its continued success, as a strong, private liberal arts college, necessitates increased demands from each of its disciplines. One of these disciplines, the music department, is certainly carrying its share of the load. Last year when Dr. Terrance Anderson assumed duties as Chairman of the Department, one of his first priorities was to convene his faculty, and, with their assistance and input, develop a comprehensive and functional curriculum. In retrospect, Anderson is the first to admit that "the previous curriculum was operational and very useful for its time. However, it became necessary for some modification and revision." Perhaps the strongest evidence which supports the validity and strength of the new curriculum is the fact that the music department does not admit students on the basis of open admissions. "We are very selective in the students we enroll in the program," said Anderson. "We will not accept students as majors who are not seriously interested in music or who do not have a strong background in the field." students the opportunity to prepare themselves for entrance into quality graduate programs throughout the country. "It is imperative that we give them the chance to Of course you cannot be meet the needs of today's selective unless you have a world," offered Anderson. "At solid program which, in fact, the same time we must is paramount to attracting enhance the academic quality quality students. To achieve of all our programs without this goal, Anderson and his merely bowing to current full-time faculty of eight market conditions.” reviewed and analyzed the Specifically, the revised previous curriculum and made curriculum provides for a the necessary changes. degree of flexibility which "We had to profile what we affords students several considered to be the ideal options for a career in music. music student within the If, for example, an setting of Wilkes College," undergraduate finds that said Anderson. "Working from one specific concentration is this ideal-student theory we no longer desirable, he or then patterned a four-year she may shift to a related course of study around the concentration without type of student we wanted to significant loss of credits or attract." That student, degree requirements. "In the according to Anderson, is the judgment of the entire music one who exhibits quality in department faculty, this both academics and music. flexibility was absolutely After a full semester necessary," reported of department meetings, Anderson. discussions, debates, and Implemented with the evaluations, the music faculty understanding that the put together a proposed curriculum would undergo curriculum which was shortly review on an annual basis, the thereafter acclaimed by a program was designed to Dean of a major school of provide students with a music as one of the finest comprehensive study of music in all areas. "In order for us to music curricula he had evaluated. In May of this year, do this we must be prepared to provide instruction in the full faculty of the College performance studies for all overwhelmingly accepted the keyboard, band and orchestral new curriculum and gave the instruments, guitar, and green light for implementation voice," said the department this past September. chairman. "Simultaneously' Designed for quality, we must maintain the the revised curriculum components necessary to concentrates on a music provide students with all the performance-oriented degree requirements leading to program which prepares certification by the State of majors for entrance into the Pennsylvania Department of competitive job market as Education." performing musicians or While the classroom teachers in the music provides an important setting discipline. It also gives FALL 1980 9 �Alpha Campaign Tops $2.4 Molllfen @<aal Alumni Giving Draws Recognition for the education of Wilkes music students, additional outside activities are constantly offered, giving the student well-rounded, liberal-arts oriented programs. Last year, for example, the department sponsored a guest series; faculty series; departmental ensemble concerts and numerous student recitals which benefited not only undergraduates, but the entire community as well. One Wilkes senior viewed her recital "a very important vehicle for demonstrating my ability to perform in a professional setting." With the new curriculum molding itself into place, Anderson has managed to retain and in fact, step up the "personal" approach to recruiting qualified students. "When we receive inquiries from students whom we think can fit into our program we immediately arrange for an audition and campus visit," Anderson said. "At the same time we like to have the parents come along so that they can ask questions which relate specifically to the program and financial concerns." Amidst our discussion about the audition process, Anderson received a call from a promising young music student who wanted to apply for admission next fall as a freshman. After a cordial conversation with both parent and student, the campus audition and visit were arranged. The new approach was obviously working. With a student/faculty ratio of 12 to 1, Anderson tells high school students that if they are looking for small classes, individualized attention, a strong faculty, and a quality curriculum, then Wilkes College is for them. Students have been listeni;ing and observing. Last year's freshman class had eleven students compared to 29 this year. Department majors have increased during the same period from 26 to 53. "There is a new spirit within the department,” boasted Anderson. "We are confident that we are achieving an increasingly ongoing growth with our ultimate goal being academic music excellence." If the current pattern of growth continues within the Wilkes College Department of Music it will, without question, forge ahead and become one of the finest small college music programs in the country. If you happen to be a historian you may be familiar with Napoleon's notable quote that "Ability is nothing without opportunity." For musically-inclined students across the country who have the ability, Wilkes College provides the opportunity. And that's music to everyone's ears. o Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin announced early this fall that the College had exceeded its goal in the $2.4 million Alpha Capital Gifts Campaign. The College received commitments which raised the total amount of gifts and pledges to $2,404,978. Wilkes alumni were recognized by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and United States Steel for their substantial increase in percentage of giving to their Alma Mater. ‘‘This increased support from our alumni was instrumental in helping us attain our goal,” remarked President Capin. The drive, initiated in December 1977, was for the purpose of (a) maintaining the scholarship program, (b) enlarging the College endowment, and (c) reconstructing selected historic facilities on campus. Benjamin Badman, Chairman of the Wilkes Board of Trustees, stated that the attainment of the Alpha Capital Gifts Campaign goal Conyngham Student Center put forth great effort on behalf of Wilkes College to make this attainment possible," stated Andrew Hourigan, General Campaign Chairman. Funds raised through the effort have been spent over the past two and one-half years to maintain the annual scholarship is ‘‘an expression of confidence program, to enlarge the College in the work of Wilkes College." endowment, and to begin projects He noted that the support of involving physical facilities on friends and alumni is essential in campus. Eighty percent of Wilkes maintaining a sound and College students receive some stimulating intellectual form of financial aid, and thus, atmosphere and in enhancing gifts from friends and alumni programs of service to the have made it possible for quality community. Badman said that the students to complete their Alpha goal was exceeded four education at Wilkes. During the months ahead of schedule. drive the former Conyngham Technically, the campaign was Estate was reconstructed to designed to run for three years create the Conyngham Student beginning December 12, 1977. Center while Kirby Hall also Funds were raised from reaped benefits from the sources which included alumni, Campaign with a complete trustees, friends, businesses, exterior facelift and extensive foundations, government, interior improvements. corporations, and from members These are landmark facilities of the administration, faculty and and contribute toward the historic staff of the College, according to character of the campus and the Richard Maslow, Chairman of the community. President Capin Development Committee of the noted that pledges made during trustees. the spring of 1980, in the College's annual campaign, are Many capital and annual being paid by friends and alumni phases of the campaign were over the coming months. These conducted over the past two and one-half years, involving hundreds gifts will primarily assist the scholarship program of the of alumni and friends who gave of College for the 1980-81 academic their substance and time. "I wish to thank the many volunteers who year. Kirby Hall FALL 1980 11 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY �THE GALLERY "In the past decades, the limits of artistic expression have been expanded beyond the ground familiar to most of us, and keeping up with the experiments of the avant-garde has required that we keep our minds both open and agile.” This quote is from Dr. William Sterling, chairman of the Wilkes Department of Fine Arts and Director of the Sordoni Art Gallery. This year, the Gallery has a variety of visual art “treats” on its exhibitions agenda. Currently featured is '69 alumnus Steve Poleskie, who has created a highly personal artform which combines aerobatic flying with visual design. Steve is an art professor at Cornell University. Other shows for 1980-81 include: “Recent Trends in Printmaking,” Nov. 16 to Dec. 7; “Paper as an Art,” Dec. 14 to Jan. 11; “Visiting Artists’ Group Show — Cohen, Pinto, Hagin and Cushing,” Jan. 18 to Feb. 8; “Regional Scholastic Art Atvards,” Feb. 14 to Mar. 8; “Wilkes Art Faculty Show,” Mar. 15 to Apr. 5; “Students of the Eight,” Apr. 12 to May 17; and “Wilkes-Barre Architecture,” May 24 to June 21. there is more specialization involved. Although the growth has been rapid and changes have been made, Saracino sees one item that has never differed over the 20 years. “Since I960 until now, whether we were involved in one sport or six, the girls have always shown great pride in themselves, their teammates and coaches, and most important, Wilkes College.” With pride as its foundation, Wilkes has been one of the very few colleges or universities to have a women’s athletic program for 20 years. Currently, Wilkes has three full-time Associate Professors in Health and Education on campus. "Having the three profs on campus is a big help to our program," adds Each year, the Gallery, operating on a year-round basis, brings in exhibits, artists and lecturers of the highest caliber. These are offered to the public at no charge. In order to sustain this program for the campus and community, the Advisory Commission is conducting a membership drive for renewal of existing memberships and to enlist the help of new “Friends of the Gallery.” Shown are volunteers for a telethon to enlist members — From left to right are: Mrs. Lee McCarthy, Jr., Mrs. Ernest Townend, Mrs. Edmund Dana, and Mrs. W. C. Gutman. Gallery hours are Sunday through Friday, 1-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.5 p.m. and Thursdays 6-9 p.m. Parking is available next to Stark Learning Center. o - wJMut -rlSMll gnnjpcdlg^® WOMEN’S ATHLETICS AT WILKES Two Decades of Accomplishment by Eddie White III “You’ve come a long way baby,” That about tells the story when the Wilkes women's athletic program is discussed. Some 20 years ago, the lady Colonels had only one varsity sport on campus — basketball. Now, after two decades 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY i iaiiii±f:ranG'« fir of hard work, the program has grown like something out of Jack’s beanstalk. In 1980, Wilkes College has six varsity women’s sports — basketball, field hockey, tennis, swimming, volleyball and softball. In addition, Wilkes women have also joined previously all-male squads such as golf and cross-country. Women’s athletic director Doris Saracino, who has seen it all since arriving on the campus in 1960, says the growth has been “just super.” “More and more girls are coming out for the teams as the years go by,” offered Saracino, also the volleyball coach at Wilkes. “At one time, the same small group of girls played all the sports we had here. Now, with the numbers increased and interest growing, we have many different girls out for the different sports and MEN’S BASKETBALL: Ron L. Righter, coach Away Roanoke Nov. 24 Mt. St. Mary (NY) Away Nov. 30 East Stroudsburg Away Dec. 3 Delaware Valley Home Dec. 4 Lycoming (TV) Home Dec. 6 Away King's (TV) Dec. 11 FDU Madison Away Dec. 13 Home Alvernia Jan. 14 Home Misericordia Jan. 17 Home Moravian Jan. 19 Home Jan. 21 Albright Home Scranton (TV) Jan. 24 Home Elizabethtown Jan. 26 Home Jan. 28 King’s Away Jan. 31 Delaware Valley Away Philadelphia Textile Feb. 2 Home Susquehanna Feb. 4 Away Lycoming Feb. 7 Home Feb. 9 Muhlenberg Away Feb. 11 Scranton Home FDU Madison Feb. 14 Away Feb. 16 Bloomsburg Philadelphia Pharmacy Home Feb. 18 Juniata Away Feb. 21 SWIMMING: Bob Greenwald, coach Home Binghamton State Dec. 4 Away Ursinus Dec. 6 Home Dickinson Dec. 9 Away Elizabethtown Dec. 12 Home Lycoming Jan. 21 Home Swarthmore Jan. 24 Away Susquehanna Feb. 4 Away Lycoming Feb. 7 Home King’s Feb. 11 Away Western Maryland Feb. 18 MAC Championships Feb. 26 Saracino. “It allows the student­ athletes to contact their coaches during the school day.” For those of you who like statistics, over 500 scheduled varsity contests have been completed for the women since 1960. Over the past five years, Wilkes women have participated in 285 events, winning 52 percent of them. "Our program has not only grown,” says Saracino, "but it has grown successfully." Wilkes competes in the Northeastern Pennsylvania Women’s Intercollegiate Athletic Association (NPWIAA), the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) and the Metro Intercollegiate Conference (MIC). In addition the College belongs to numerous organizations 8:00 7:30 8:00 8:00 2:00 7:00 3:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 3:30 8:00 9:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:15 8:00 8:00 2:00 4:00 4:00 WRESTLING: John G. Reese, coach Dec. 3 Lehigh ]Home 8:00 Dec. 6 Navy Away Dec. 10 8:00 East Stroudsburg Away Dec. 11 8:00 Tennessee Home Dec. 13 2&8 Del Val/Auburn Home Dec. 15 Clemson Home Dec. 29-30 Wilkes OPEN Home Jan. 3 8:00 Missouri Home Jan. 4 2:00 Nebraska Home Jan. 7 Home 8:00 George Mason Jan. 10 Away 7:30 Syracuse Jan. 17 2:00 Home Rutgers 4:30 Jan. 24 Away Temple 7:00 Jan. 28 Home Binghamton 2:00 Jan. 31 Southern Connecticut Home 8:00 Away Feb. 3 Penn State 8:00 Home Feb. 7 Hofstra 8:00 Home Feb. 11 Bucknell 8:00 Away Lycoming Feb. 14 2:00 Away Franklin & Marshall Feb. 21 Princeton EIWA Feb. 27 Princeton NCAA Mar. 12 WOMEN’S B’KETBALL: Nancy L. Roberts, coach 7:00 Away Lycoming Dec. 2 6:00 Home Delaware Valley Dec. 4 7:00 Away Marywood Dec. 6 7:00 Home Baptist Bible Dec. 9 7:00 Away Lafayette Dec. 11 4:00 Away Kutztown State Dec. 13 7:00 Home King’s Dec. 15 Letterwomen's Tour'ny Home Jan. 9-10 7:00 Home Scranton Jan. 13 2:00 Away King's Jan. 17 6:30 Home Albright Jan. 22 2:00 Away Upsala Jan. 24 6:00 Home Elizabethtown Jan. 26 6:00 Home LCCC Jan. 31 6:15 Away Philadelphia Textile Feb. 2 6:15 Home Susquehanna Feb. a 6:30 Home Muhlenberg Feb. 6 6:30 Home Bloomsburg State Feb. 9 6:00 Away Scranton Feb. 11 2:00 Away Misericordia Feb. 14 Away East Stroudsburg Feb. 17 6:00 Away Juniata Feb. 21 FALL 1980 13 �and associations for women's athletics. An outgrowth of the athletic program is the Wilkes Letterwomen’s Club. Any female athlete that has won a varsity letter is eligible for the club. The function and purpose of the club is to: assist the College in all branches of campus endeavors, especially in administration of women's athletics: recognize those efforts made in women's athletics; and cultivate interest and dignity in sports. The club distributes numerous awards including the annual Letterwomen's Scholarship Aivard, Service Award, and the Correen Santoro Memorial Award. Saracino says the Letterwomen's Club has been very helpful in assisting the growth of women's athletics at Wilkes. “I've relied on the club since its beginning in 1962— it supplies funds to help each sport grow and develop.” Another aid in the growth of the program was the girls’ idea of taking anything they could get. "We took advantage of whatever was available. For example, until this year, the hockey field ivas not regulation size, but it was available and we made it work for us.” In 1980, the Wilkes field hockey team played its home games on the baseball outfield in Artillery Park, giving Wilkes a regulation size field. Among the accomplishments the women’s athletic program has garnered over the two decades are: 11 NPWIAA titles; a second place finish in the MAC Northeast; two MAC Northwest Championships; and numerous qualifications for MAC post-season play. Individual achievements include: MAC Most Valuable Player awards to Diane Kendig [basketball) and Jerry Ann Smith (field hockey); Smith and Pam Snyder being selected for the United States National Field Hockey Tournament; and Kendig earning first-team All America honors for basketball last winter. Saracino says she sees more growth in the future for women s sports at Wilkes. “If we see a definite interest in another sport, we'll adopt it and try our best to supply the program. It all depends on what demands are made by the women.” When asked what she thinks about the female athlete of today, Saracino replied that today’s woman enjoys what she is doing and finds success and acceptance. “She is not just an athlete, she is a woman.” And she’s come a long way baby. WHITE NAMED TO WILKES POST Wilkes President Robert S. Capin announced recently the appointment of Eddie White III as Assistant for News and Sports Information at Wilkes. White is a 1980 graduate of Wilkes where he majored in English/ Journalism. For the past four years he has worked as a student assistant in the public relations office, serving the last two as Sports Information Director on a part-time basis. While at Wilkes, White served as sports editor for the college paper, THE BEACON, in addition to being president of the Journalism Society from 1978-1980. He has worked for the WilkesBarre City Recreation Board for the past two summers as publicity assistant and belongs to the American Football Writers Associa­ tion; Collegiate Baseball Writers Association; and CoSIDA, the national organization for College Sports Information Directors of America. O wwfiw®! The SOUTH RIVER STREET REVIVAL was compiled by Regina White of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between July 12,1980 and October 1,1980. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 MISSING ALUMNI Clement N. Paycheck ’55 Arthur Pearlman«*50 Stanley M. Pearlman 70 Mrs. Eva Yaremko Penico '47 Henry Peplinski '50 Joseph Perkowski '51 Constance Perkuroski '48 Jerome J. Perry '51 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY John J. Perry '51 Sandra Jean Petersen 73 Marian S. Beach Peterson '48 Harry Gordon Pethick 72 George Petrilak '50 Bart Francis Petrini, Jr. '58 Francis Bart Petrini '62 Ellen Goldberg Pfifferling '61 Nghia Van Phan 77 Ann E. Phillips '47 Daniel D. Phillips '51 Daniel M. Phillips '48 Delbert Russell Phillips '49 Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Phillips '69 70 (Bonnie Beckford) Charles E. Piasecki '53 August John Piazza 75 Ross Dennis Piazza 72 Michael Piccarreta '62 Sam Paul Piemontese 76 Joan Adamshock Pierce ’43 Patrick A. Pierelli '50 Bonnie Jane Piestrak 70 Kenneth P. Pietrzak ’69 Annette E. Pincus ’44 Murray B. Pincus 41 Robert Alfred Pingel 61 Edward F- Pioch ’48 Patricia Ann Rossi Pisano ’63 Donald David Pisarcik 70 John Joseph Pitman ’65 Robert F. Pittman ’47 Walter Francis Pivinski '48 Lanna Vaughn Planitzer '64 Charles Adolph Pliskatt '50 Cheryl M. Pelava Plodwick 71 Mr. & Mrs. Gary Edward Pohorely 78 78 (Rosemarie Rosati) Ann (Nancy) Elizabeth Pointek '67 Richard T. Polakowski '55 Daniel Polinchak '53 Leon S. Pollard ’50 Walter Kashner Poltrock '52 Abdul Poonwala '69 Barbara Ann Poska '68 Mrs. Adeline Abrams Posner '52 Joan Martha Postupak 75 Robert H. Potter 75 ALUMNI NOTES 1949 THOMAS GILL, CPA, an auditor for Forty Fort borough, has been ap­ pointed to First Valley Banks Pittston Advisory Board. Tom, his wife Mary Elizabeth and their four sons reside in Forty Fort, Pa. DR. JAMES M. HOFFORD, Chief, Department of Medicine, Section of pulmonary diseases at St. Francis Hospital’s Medical-Dental staff, Wilm­ ington, Delaware, has been appointed to the American Lung Association Hall of Fame. 1955 IRENE HOMICK, treasurer of Horn­ ick's Apparel Store, has been named to the Board of Direc­ tors of the Finan­ cial and Opera­ tions Division of the Menswear Re­ tailers of America. She is the first woman to be elected to the financial board in the 65-year history of the association. 1957 IRENE TOMALIS STONE has been promoted to Information Services director for the New York Department of State. Irene also serves on the Board of Directors of the Spencer­ town Academy as well as the Colum­ bia County Council on the Arts. Amy-Lyn Pouser 73 James Lewis Powell ’73 John Woodrow Powell ’70 w,ril ^°an Berrett‘hi Powell '54 Walter L. Powell ’59 Lawrence C. Praeger '55 John Pregmon '63 Walter Pregmon '52 Mrs. Florence Keylock Preston ’52 Robert J. Pribula ’60 Kathy Jane Price 72 Linda Jane Price '79 Ronald George Price '57 Alfred Robert Pritchard '66 Walter W. Pryse ’50 Valentine Przezdecki ’70 William J. Pugliese '48 John T. Pulos ’50 Millicent Maria Purcell ’48 Mrs. Beverly Ann Dodson Racioppa '60 Atty. Joseph Radko '50 John Aloysius Rakofski ’47 James Rakowski 70 Marlene Ann Rampola 74 Bernice Rapczynski ’43 Joseph P. Raskin '56 Doris M. Raub '46 John Christian Rauch '43 John Earl Raudenbush ’42 Roberta Rose Rayeski '61 Thomas John Rebarchak '49 Mrs. Janice Desmond Redos '49 Clayton Meple Rees '37 Jay Leonard Reich '67 Mrs. Penny Nanstiel Reid 73 Charles Michael Reilly '55 Harold E. Rein '50 Maurice Reishtein '38 Karl F. Rekas '54 Mrs. Dorothy Plieskatt Renddell '51 Robert O. Renville '36 Robert R. Reynolds ’55 Kenneth Walter Rhiel '49 Mr. & Mrs. Larry D. Rhinard '66 '65 (Marjorie Harris) Geoffrey William Rhodes 73 George R. Ribar 77 Mrs. Grace Auchmoody Rich '67 David Carl Richards 72 1958 WILLIAM J. POW­ ELL has been pro­ moted to assistant corporate control­ ler with Ethyl Cor­ poration, Rich­ mond, Virginia. 1960 EMMANUEL ZIOBRO, vice presi­ dent of United Penn Bank, recently graduated from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at Rutgers Univer­ sity. He resides in Dupont, Pa., with his wife, Dorothy and three children, Joseph, James and Judy. 1962 EDMUND RESPERSKI, JR. has been promoted to asset control manager at International Salt Company, Clarks Summit, Pa. Ed resides with his wife, Bernadine, and two children, Mark and Sherri Ann, in Jenkins Township. 1963 ATTY. JEREMIAH BERK was chosen as United States District Court Judge for the Southern District of New York. He is a partner in the Pough­ keepsie firm of McCabe and Mack. MAN STROJNY received his Ph.D. from Rutgers University. 1967 TONI SUPCHAK SAKALAS is a reading resource teacher at Anne Arundal County Schools and resides in Severna Park, Maryland, with her husband, George and two sons. 1967 JACK and JUDITH KUSS GELLER announce the birth of a son, Jonathan Eric, August 24,1980. The couple also has two children David, 13, and Alisa, 12. The family resides in Mountaintop, Pa. 1968 WILLIAM W. STINGER has joined St. Regis Paper Company as resident manager of its Consumer Products Di­ vision in Marion, Indiana. In his new capacity, he will be responsible for the production, personnel, maintenance and controller functions at the plant. KATHY YABLONKA and Kenneth Brookhart were married in April. Kathy is employed by Marriott In-Flite Services, where she is secretary to the general manager and the couple is residing in Las Vegas, Nevada. 1964 ATTY. JEFFRY H. GALLET has been appointed a judge of the Civil Court of the City of New York. Robert and JUDITH SIMONSON ARENSTEIN announce the birth of a daughter, Amy Sue, on August 5, 1980. The family resides at 15 Tanglewood Road, Scarsdale, New York. 1966 RICHARD LOUIS BUCKO received his Doctorate of Education and NOR- 1970 DR. JOSEPH PUTPRUSH has been appointed an associate in pathology FALL 1980 15 �with the Geisinger Medical Group — Wilkes-Barre and will be on the medical staff of the NPW Medical Center. He and his wife, Barbara, reside in Espy, Pa. RICHARD STANKUS received his doctor of medicine degree from Tu­ lane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, La. He was awarded the Tulane Alumni Student Achievement Award and the Louisiana Pathology Society Award. WALTER BOYSON and DEBORAH BALLER ’76 were recently married. Walter is a press operator at Bridon American Corporation and Debbie is a field counselor for the Youth Em­ ployment Training Program at Lu­ zerne County Community College. The couple is residing in Exeter, Pa. A daughter, Laura, was born on March 2, 1980, to DR. JAMES and BARBARA SULLIVAN BRUNO. The family resides on Riverside Drive in Wilkes-Barre with their other chil­ dren, Emily, Matthew and Douglas. ROBERT and JUDITH OCHERFUSS announce the arrival of a daughter, Amy Lynn, on January 20, 1980. A son, Kyle, was born August 25, 1980, to SAUNDRA NAYLOR SNAVLEY and her husband, Charles. They have another son Matthew, age 6, and the family resides in Lebanon, Pa. 1971 BARBARA ROMAN KNEZEK re­ ceived her Master’s of Education and NANCY J. WALL received her Mas­ ter’s of Fine Arts from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. DR. MICHAEL I. ROBINSON has opened a new office in the Courthouse Square Towers Building, WilkesBarre, Pa. MARY ANN KUNEY and David R. Lipka were married in August. Mary Ann is employed as a consultant in the Hospital Consulting Department of Blue Cross of Northeastern Penn­ sylvania and the couple is residing in Plymouth. 1972 JUDY GREENSTEIN DAVIS is a nurse recruiter for the Baptist Med­ ical Centers of Birmingham and a part-time graduate student at the University of Alabama. Judy and her husband, Patrick, reside at 212 Vir­ ginia Drive in Birmingham. FRANK GALICKI was named assis­ tant football coach at Bloomsburg State College and he resides in Mocanaqua with his wife, Terry. GEORGE B. GETTINGER graduated from the University of Connecticut 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY for excellence in periodontology ana the Northeastern Society of Periodon­ tists. George also earned the Gustave Perl Award from UCONN for his research in periodontics and he is continuing to specialize in this: field. George and his wife, LINDSAY FARLEY GETTINGER, ’73, live in Glastonbury where she is a junior high school learning disabilities teacher in Waterford, Connecticut. JACQUELYN VAN TUYLE, was re­ cently married to James F. Kelly. Jac­ quelyn is employed by the Wyoming Valley West School District as a first grade teacher. The couple is residing in the Poconos. A son, Daniel David, was born on March 16, 1980, to DR. and MRS. DANIEL L. SON. The couple also have a daughter, Alicia Marie, age 2, and they reside in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Dan is a fourth year urology resident at Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia, Pa. Mrs. Son is the former JOYCE M. PUPA ’73. A son, Adam Scott, was born July 23, 1980, to Alan and ENID SULLUM TOPE. The family resides at 4111 Whitman Street, Allentown, Pa. 1973 LOUISE ANN BEEBE is employed by McNeil Pharmaceutical in Spring House, Pa., as compensation admin­ istrator in the Personnel Division. JOHN BENAVAGE, a Certified Pub­ lic Accountant, had been appointed to the executive staff as controller at Sus­ quehanna Savings in Wilkes-Barre. John, his wife Lois, and two children, Amy and Michael, reside in Ashley, Pa. CYNTHIA LITTZI CHISARICK has been notified that she has passed the Certified Public Accountant examina­ tion. Cynthia is employed by the public accounting firm of Albert B. Melone Co. and she resides in West Pittston, Pa., with her husband, Richard. MARY BETH FISHER CLARK has been named Coordinator of the Pediatrics Department Patient Unit at M.S. Hershey Medical Center, Her­ shey, Pa. She received her master’s degree in health administration from Penn State University. She resides in Hershey with her husband Atty. Law­ rence Clark, Jr. MARNE L. WEAVER has been pro­ moted to marketing administrative assistant for the Consumer Products Group of Norwich-Eaton Phar­ maceuticals. She resides in Sher­ burne, New York. JANE BANKUS and Michael Partel were recently married. Jane is owner of the Job Factory Employment Ser­ vice and the couple is residing in Rochester, New York. ROBERT MILLER and Millie Brush were recently married. Bob is a senior commercial account representative for the Aetna Casualty and Surety Company. The couple is residing at R.D. #1, Box 396, Emmaus, Pa. A daughter, Doramarie Ann, was born on July 26, 1980, to MR. & MRS. FRANK GALICKIS, Frank and his wife, the former TERESA BROWN ’72, reside in Mocanaqua, Pa. Teresa is a business teacher at Meyers High School and Frank is assistant prin­ cipal in the Berwick Area Junior High School. A son, Ryan Patrick, was born on February 3, 1980, to JEFFREY and MAUREEN SHAY PRENDERGAST ’79. Jeff is an account executive with Kurtz, Dowd and Nuss, Inc., Wyo­ missing, Pa. 1974 A daughter, Kristen Marie, was born on July 28, 1980, to RICHARD and JOANNE MACHONIS SIMKULAK, '73. The family resides in Meriden, Connecticut. 1975 ROBERT G. CHIMEL has been se­ lected as one of the Outstanding Young Men in America for 1980. He is a psychologist with the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit No. 19 and serves the Wayne County Schools in Pennsylvania. SHAWNA McCarthy has been pro­ moted to managing editor of Issac Asi­ mov’s Science-Fiction Magazine and Analog, published by Davis Publica­ tions, Incorporated, New York City. DR. ROBERT A. ROSTOCK, a Fel­ low in Oncology at the John Hopkins University Hospital, has recently pre­ sented and published two man­ uscripts at National Meetings and is currently co-authoring a book in “Radiation Oncology.” MICHAEL J. SINCAVAGE and MARY ANN TELENCHO ’75 were recently wed. Michael is employed by Custom Foods Management Corpora­ tion and Mary Ann is employed by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. The couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. RAYMOND B. SUDA was recently married to Antoinette Steward. Ray­ mond is a local musician and is employed by Wilkes-Barre /Area School District. The couple will reside in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. U. coll,.itnued, on page. 22 One of twenty-two children A Run .. Rudolph Style py Randy Xenakis Every once in a while a few of us are fortunate enough to attend a lecture that really gives us a shot in the arm. Recently, at Wilkes, Wilma Rudolph, in the first program of the 1980-81 Concert and Lecture Series, gave the audience that booster shot. Her story was touching. Her person charming. Her lecture inspirational. Those of you who are not familiar with the background of Olympic Gold Medalist Wilma Rudolph may find her story a little hard to believe. Even those of us who know of her accomplishments, attained through hardship, sometimes find her stamina and determination an unimaginable feat. For the first nine years of her life, Wilma Rudolph could not walk without braces as she was the victim of the inflammatory disease of polio. Imagine, if you will, what it is like to spend nine years at the mercy of leg braces and later become one of the finest and most successful female athletes of all time. Imagine again that the sport is highly demanding and requires the use of both legs — Wilma was a track star who was a three-time Olympic champion. Make no mistake, she was the best in the world. "I wanted to be the best in whatever I did," she said to a Concert and Lecture Series audience. "I was determined to overcome my handicap and I set my goals high.’’ was always too tired to help out around the house when she got home. “Besides," she offered, "I onTho hi W'bh the Other children had to get my studying done." °??he b 0Ck’ she recalled. When Ed Temple, coach of the Many of them felt I wasn't fit to Tennessee State University track play with them which made me team, invited the thirteen-year-old more determined." to train with the Tiger runners she When the Clarksville, realized that her early childhood Tennessee, native reached her dream of athletic competition was eleventh birthday she was now emerging. challenging all the boys in the "Ed Temple provided me with neighborhood to running races. •the drive, determination and "By the time I was twelve, I was understanding that made me a beating them," she said with a world class athlete,” Wilma smile. recalled. "He never let up. When I was down he helped me. He would even drive me home (about a forty-five-minute drive from TSU) when I was depressed, wait for me to overcome my insecurity, and bring me back to TSU." Wilma's training at TSU produced immediate results. At fifteen, as a member of the United States 400-meter relay team, she brought back for the United States a bronze medal from the Olympic Games in Melbourne, Australia. Four years later, in 1960, she realized a dream that started when she was crippled with polio as a child. At the Olympic Games in Rome she won three gold medals (100-, 200- and 400-meter races) and became the first and only American woman to win three Olympic Gold Medals in one Slightly taller than the average Olympiad. female athlete, Wilma turned to Today, Wilma is the mother of basketball in the seventh grade four children and is actively and, as a result of her fortitude, involved in the Special Olympics became an All-America performer Program for the handicapped. Her in her freshman year. The six-foot enthusiasm continues to this day athlete, who weighed a mere 89 in her professional field as pounds, was on her way. vice-president of marketing for While Wilma most likely would the Multi-Educational Corporation. have been successful in any "I love my work and I want to be athletic endeavor, she was the the best marketing person I can first to admit she chose track be," she gleamed, "I have a lot because she wanted to avoid to be thankful for and I have a work around the house. "I was long way to go." always looking for a way to get If you ever have the out of doing my daily chores," opportunity to meet or listen to Wilma Rudolph, don't pass it up. said the twentieth child of the Her story is reassuring, brisk and Rudolph family. "I would sneak full of life — something we all out of class when I had a chance need to be exposed to when we and spend the entire afternoon running and running and running need a shot in the arm. some more." As expected, she X aTT edt° be "one °f the xias. | always wanted to FALL 1980 17 �. .. Homecoming '80 by: Jane Manganella The campus was a busy place on October 10, 11 and 12 as Chairman Pat Burke and his executive committee welcomed hundreds of alumni “home” for the 33rd Annual Homecoming Weekend. Honoring the classes of1940, 1950, 1960 and 1970, this year’s reunion was highlighted by a variety offestive activities. Art exhibits, music presentations, sports events, parades, brunches, dinners and tailgate picnics were some of the events where old memories and friendships could be renewed. The Weekend concluded with a brunch on Sunday morning. Shown are some of the events that were part of Homecoming 1980. ■B ■ Ipgi * ! or®®® 1 ■’ I ■ ■ is| J Mary Giblin, Palermo, NJ., was crowned Homecoming Queen. Shown are the Queen, her court and escorts. From left to right: Joseph Galli, Marla Brodsky, President Robert S. Capin, Ms. Giblin, Paul Scaliti, Peggy Mascelli and. Steve Demko. 8 Deans George Ralston (left), and Art Hoover (right) led the 2nd annual parade. In the center is Wilkes official mascot Sharon Michener. ..'' T J Homecoming Chairman Pat Burke and members of his committee met to put the final touches on plans that resulted in the very successful 33rd Annual Homecoming. Shown from left to right are: Noreen Corbett, Burke, Carol Pawlush and Allan Allan. One of the many homecoming displays designed and built by dorms and clubs for the judging that is part of the kickoff for events for the weekend. 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Homecoming ■ George Pawlush, a graduate of the Wilkes College Class of 1969, was among the many familiar faces on campus during the festivities for Homecoming Weekend. Pawlush, currently director of public information for NPW Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, has served his alma mater in several capacities over the past ten years including sports information director, assistant director of public relations and director of public relations. if ■ ■ I pSffiJ© •< --- Up HMe HO® sifci '--- _ ... 3® h- ■M ■Si B ■R -■ IBB! �1 ! • me* ^VtA&xv- �A daughter, Meghan, was born to MICHAEL SHOEMAKER and MARY LOU MILLER SHOEMAKER '76. Michael is a physician with the U.S. Army and the family resides in Germany. Plato, humorous? 1976 H. DAVID TRETHAWAY and Anne Kollesar were recently married. Dave is a secondary mathematics teacher in the Jackson School District and also is pursuing a master's degree in guid­ ance. The couple is residing in Toms River, New Jersey. 1977 ATTY. RICHARD RUSSO received his Juris Doctor degree from Temple University School of Law in May 1980. He is an associate with the law firm of Rosenn, Jenkins and Green­ wald and resides in Wilkes-Barre with his wife, Cheryl. members and favorite charitable Fund-raising should be much more. It institutions (like Wilkes), also giving les;>s facilitates giving, which is the final to the government when the IRS man realization of selflessness. It reorders our I can hardly cometh. priorities. Mr. Bucklin views his work as believe it's been The Educator, a very good brochure, making friends, rather than risking the one whole year is put out by McKenny and Thomson. loss of them. "Inside everyone, especially since 1 assumed We send it to some of Wilkes' friends a miser, lies a philanthropist dying to get this job and began courtesy of the First Eastern Bank. If you out." One of my jobs, then, is to help writing articles would like to receive quarterly copies of those imprisoned philanthropists escape! about planned this informational pamphlet, free of Another aspect of my responsibility giving for the Quarterly! As I have charge, please clip off the coupon below, involves keeping abreast of new progressed through these past twelve note The Educator on it, and return it developments in a rather technical field; months, I've become more and more to me at Wilkes. fortunately, there are excellent aware of an aspect of my role which may One of its issues reminds us that, publications to help me in this goal. They be overlooked by some professionals, and generally speaking, tax savings are not are printed for both professionals and by those of you "out there" whom we the dominant motive for making a gift to those interested in making donations to seek to tie into our particular charitable Wilkes. "Such savings, however, are institutions like Wilkes. I must admit that institution . . . and that is, a philosophy often a welcome by-product of any whenever I find a bit of humor laced of service-to-others. philanthropic gesture and once a gift's into that pretty heavy reading, I latch on Last March I told a group of Wilkes basic purpose has been established, tax to the theme more quickly ... so, I volunteers who were working on our considerations can play a significant role assume, would you. fund-raising campaign about Leonard Plato, humorous? Not really, but read in how that gift should be made." Bucklin, a deferred-giving consultant. In Speaking of gifts ... the approaching on: "When there is an income tax, the 1 an article titled "What’s a Nice Person holiday season is a special time, a time just man will pay more and the unjust Like You Doing in Fund Raising?" he less on the same amount of income." for being impulsive, a give-from-the-heart described a recent plane trip during (Plato, The Republic Book 1, 343-Dj... time. But that doesn't mean you which he was seated next to a nun who quotes an item in Taxwise Giving, a shouldn't think seriously about your talked at length about her school. guide currently edited by Conrad Teitell. giving; because planning a gift usually Possibly realizing the conversation had Under a drawing of Mr. Plato the text means you can do more for people in the been one-sided, she paused to inquire goes on to say: "Yes, Plato, but there is end, and that surely adds to your own about Mr. Bucklin's profession . . . then an exception. A just man living in the joy, the feeling of selflessness Mr. came the revelation: he was a type of United States who contributes to Bucklin described. fund-raiser! After an awkward silence worthwhile charitable causes gets a Robert F. Sharpe, still another she said, "Well, I suppose someone has charitable deduction and thereby reduces professional counselor I turn to, wrote to do it." not only his or her income taxes, but also about holiday giving and then parodied Mr. Bucklin went on to say that a estate taxes. And, if long-term appreciated "The Night Before Christmas.” He person who is interested in PEOPLE securities or real property (which would described what it was really like (a hectic should automatically be interested in otherwise be sold) are contributed, capital household doing last minute things) and fund-raising. You may not agree with all gains taxes are saved too." Now, isn't finished the poem: "Oh, what I'd his arguments, but his comments are that easier reading with Plato as an give/To be snug in my bed/I could be, certainly appropriate to planned giving, introduction! you know,/If I'd just planned ahead." q even though most of us do not consider "While awaiting medical help, a ourselves "fund-raisers" per se. policeman used his jacket to cover a man In Case Currents magazine, Mr. To: Director of Planned Giving who had been hit by a taxi. 'Are you Bucklin wrote about GIVING. He called Wilkes College comfortable?’ asked the policeman. it joy, something that adds real meaning Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Responded the victim, 'I make a nice to life, and a great way to help a I am interested in learning more about living ' " That IlHlo little clnrw story nrnr was 1tAzi/4 lifted from j friend find that meaning. "The pooled income funds Amicus, another pamphlet put out by misunderstanding of giving has led to a | I wish to record that I have arranged for [ Teitell, one of the deans in the field of misunderstanding of fund-raising." It is I a bequest to Wilkes College : estate planning. The item's caveat: only not: setting people up to get money out those who are truly comfortable should name. of them; talking someone into doing make significant lifetime gifts to reduce something he or she doesn't want to do; address. estate taxes . . . those who are simply getting a person to give his or her ( comfortable can often - by making fair share or tithe; nor just another tax phone lifetime gifts - better provide for family dodge. date _ , by Betsy B. Condron I BISULCA and Gerard Lis•ecently wed. Connie is man, "XTbv United Penn Bank and emP nnole is residing in Ashley, Pa. the coue »rrrNT PAUL CARBONE was V pndy married to Nancy Kay Robinr6C Vincent is employed as a systems sOni„=t at Blue Gross and the couple Sides in Kingston, Pa. <• rOSEPH DOUGHERTY III and Kathleen Krzywicki were recently ved Joe is pursuing a master's degree business administration at Scran­ ton University and is also employed at Bridon American Corporation. The couple is residing in Hanover Township, Pa. JAMES JUDGE III was recently mar­ ried to Kathryn Findora. Jim is a stu­ dent at Georgetown University School of Medicine and the couple is residing in Arlington, Virginia. WILLIAM LAVAN. JR. and Doreen Marinelli were recently married. Bill is a sales representative for Simpson Building Supply, Hanover Industrial Park and the couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. DEBORAH ORBINATI and William Sobczak were recently married. Deb­ bie is an elementary teacher in Phil­ adelphia, Pa., where the couple is WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY PHILIP OGREN and Lynn Garrity were recently married. Philip is em­ ployed by the accounting firm of Artnur Andersen Company and the cou­ ple is residing in New York City. PAMELA MARY LEVANDOSKI was recently married to Michael Joseph Speziale. Pamela is employed as a teacher by the Luzerne Intermediate Unit 18 at Meyers High School and the couple resides in Pittston, Pa. 1980 EDWARD J. WHITE, III was ap­ HI was pointed Assistant for News and News and Sports Information at Wilkes College. JOANNE PUGLIESE __________ was recently married to Guy Carpenter, Joanne is a certified ophthalmic assistant em­ cissisiant , ployed by the Joseph Pugliese 1Eye Clinic. The couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. MERLE ZIPKIN and SETH MARK SILVER were married in August. Merle is a corporate paralegal with the law firm of Arent, Fox, Kintner, Plotkin and Kahn in Washington, D.C. Seth is in his second year of George­ town University School of Medicine. 1979 STEVE BAILEY has been accepted at Northeastern University for graduate work in Marine Biology. SHERRY FAUX is assistant comp­ troller at the College Placement Coun­ cil of Bethlehem, Pa. ANTHONY GRIMALDI was recently married to CHERYL ROMAN ’79. Tony is employed at Pennsylvania Gas and Water Company as a systems pro­ grammer in the data processing department. Cheryl is a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital in the sur­ gical intensive care unit. MICHAEL F. LOKUTA was recently married to Delores Ann Radginski. Michael is employed as a systems engineer for the Singer Company, Link Division, in Binghamton, New York, where the couple resides. MICHAEL GEORGE McNELIS and Donna Marie Klinges were recently wed. Michael is manager of Radio Shack in Scranton and the couple will reside in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. DIANE RACHAEL MARCINKO was recently wed to Anthony Louis Hojnowski. Diane is employed at the Scranton State Hospital and the cou­ ple is residing in Nanticoke, Pa. residing. SHARON WARREN and John Ratchko were recently married. Sharon is an art teacher in the Hazleton Area School District and the couple is re­ siding at 701 Peace Street, Hazleton, Pa. JUNE ZALETA and David DeFine, Jr. were recently married. June is an assistant sales manager for Holiday Inns and the couple is residing in Kingston, Pa. 1978 SHEILA KUPINSKY received her master of arts degree in community psychology from Mansfield State Col­ lege. She is currently working in a Crisis Intervention Center in Lan­ caster, Pa. JON W. McNEW recently passed the examination for certified public ac­ counting and he is employed by Baron Straussman and Company. BARRY HARCHARUFKA was re­ cently wed to KAREN KLUCITAS 79. Barry is associated with Electron TV, Furniture and Appliance Mart and Karen is employed by WILK Radio in the news department. The couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 22 JOANN KRISCHUNIS and MARK WILLIAMS were recently married. Mark is an operations research ana­ lyst in the management information department of Air Products and the couple resides in Whitehall, Pa. CHERYL KELLAR, a second year master’s degree candidate in social work, with a concentration in Geron­ tology, has been awarded a Trainee­ ship from the National Institute of Mental Health at the School of Social Work of Syracuse University. LISA ROBAK was recently married to Don Miller. Lisa is a private piano in­ structor. O DONNA CLARKE was recently mar­ ried to Richard Mattei. Donna is employed by Mercy Hospital, WilkesBarre, and the couple is residing in West Wyoming, Pa. DIANE ALTHEA COLEMAN was married to Matthew Krolikowski in August. Diane is the assistant director of nursing at Berwick Retirement Village Nursing Home and the couple is residing in Nescopeck, Pa. CATHY HOTCHKISS and ALFRED KOTULA, JR., were recently married. Cathy is an agent with the Prudential Insurance Company and Al is a teach­ er in the Pocono Mountain School District. The couple is residing in Du­ pont, Pa. LINDA MIZENKO was recently mar­ ried to Joseph Noto Linda is em­ ployed as a medical technologist at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and the couple is residing in West Pittston, Zernt Hospital and Pa. Walter Konopka, Jr. ’69, of R.D. 1, East Berlin, Pennsylvania, died on September 6, 1980, at the age of 32. Walter received his B.S. degree in Physics from Wilkes College in 1969. He was employed as a project analyst with the United States Government in Mechanicsburg, Pa. Surviving are his parents, Walter and Geraldine Konopka, Larksville; wife, Sarah; daughter, Tamara and son, Walter III, both at home; brother, Girard, Hyattsville, Md. O FALL I960 23 �s Wilkes College approaches its 50th Anniversary (1933-1983), we are proud to say that our heritage and continuing commitment to the quality education of our students is stronger than ever. As alumni, you should be proud of the part that you have played in keeping this tradition alive, and in maintaining a strong base from which our students can build and take pride. One of the very special things about Wilkes is that it is a family place. We consider every member of the College a very special part of the life which is evident on our unique campus. As our tradition continues, we hope the family atmosphere will be shared by alumni sons, daughters and friends. If your son, daughter or friend is interested in more information about Wilkes College, its academic programs and admission policies, please feel free to return the coupon below to our admissions office. We always welcome correspondence from members of our family. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Fall 1980 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1980 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/a94baf9779ff154d1338314d4ede9032.pdf 7e1f3a8f57524b270b31d99d294538ba PDF Text Text WILKE6 COLLEGE WINTER 1960 i - I I 5f i.J'li ■ I • <V ■ _■ ■■ ' ■ '• \l- . j\'?r ■• \—Wr ■. - Bl ■ '- ' • , -' . ■ '. <W‘ . i . j,.. kft !■ 5 �WLKG5 COLLEGE WINTER ffiO Volume 3. Number 3 editor George G. Pawlush '69 associate editor Jane Manganella editorialstaff Eddie White III'80 Vesta Breakstone Betsy Bell Condron Edward Van Buren '80 Margaret Scholl '81 Cindy Ercolani '81 William Miller '81 contributing s taff Mary Ellen Alu '77 Dr. Charles B. Reif Anne Graham '70 ON THE COVER: OJARTEHLV Frank Wengen '78 has captured a glimpse of the winter season with a watercolor landscape entitled December Morning. The landscape was designed by Wengen specifically for the Winter QUARTERLY. An up-and-coming artist. Frank has completed nearly 200 art renderings. Several of his works have appeared in art exhibits across the country. During his years at Wilkes Frank was probably better known for his exploits on the football field where he played offensive guard and was a two-time Middle Atlantic Conference All-Star selection. Of Nature and Life: The Wilkes College Biology Department by Edward Van Buren '80 art director Jon Schaffer The Last Days of the B.U.J.C. photography e ditor by Dr. Charles B. Reif Arthurs. Miller SPECTRUM STUDIO contributing photographers Robert Gaetano '80 Tanya Hallez '67 circulation manager Tanya Hallez '67 Project Upward Bound — A Modern Coming of Age by Anne Graham '70 Mass Transportation in the 80's by Mary Ellen Alu '77 The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. 6 8 12 17 18 Matter of Choice byJaneManganella Pooled Income Funds & Wilkes College by Betsy Bell Condron Chronicle — 4 Faculty Abstract — 7 Gallery — 14 Sports Update — 14 South River St. Revival — 16 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Louis Shaffer. Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Vice Chairman Mrs. Edward Darling, Secretary Mrs. William DavidowitZ. Treasurer James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward Bixby. M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Henry M. Curry. 3rd Mrs. Stanley Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 Mrs. Richard M. Ehret Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Thomas H. Kiley Richard Maslow Charles H. Miner. Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall Joseph J. Pinola '49 Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross. Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms 60 William Sword E. Arthur Trabant. Ph.D. William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Roberts.Capin '50 �I < N 1 WILKES/TEMPLE PHARMACY PROGRAM Wilkes College President Robert S Capin and Dr. Marvin Wachman, president of Temple University, announced in December a coopera­ tive agreement between the two institutions of higher learning creating a five-year pharmacy program. According to President Capin the program will serve “to improve the health care delivery system of Northeastern Pennsylvania while at the same time create new educational opportunities for regional students.” The pharmacy program joins three other cooperative health care pro­ grams currently in operation at Wilkes College. These programs include a seven-year medical educa­ tion program in family medicine with Hahnemann Medical College, Philadelphia; a seven-year optometry program with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Philadelphia; and a seven-year program with the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia. Pennsylvania has more under­ served counties with regard to pharmacists than any other state in the United States," relates Dr. Ralph e’ ^ean °f health sciences at Wilkes College. “Six of these underserved counties are located in w-n e ™lern Pennsylvania. The jlkes/Temple agreement should s n admission requirements of Wilkes College and the Wilkes/Temple program. Upon acceptance into the prooram the students must declare a major, in addition to the pre­ professional curriculum. At the end of the second preI professional year at Wilkes College, a joint selection committee comprised of Temple University School of Pharmacy faculty and Wilkes College faculty will select ten students for entrance into the pharmacy program. The successful candidates will then study at the Temple University School of Pharmacy in Philadelphia for two-and-a-half years and spend their final half year serving in a clinical rotation at various pharmacy sites in Northeastern Pennsylvania. “If the student is not selected for admission into the Wilkes/Temple program, he or she may then com­ plete the four years of study in order to complete the requirements for the baccalaureate degree at Wilkes College,” notes Dr. Rozelle. "As with other health education programs at Wilkes College, a number of alternate health profes­ sional careers are available to these students," the Wilkes dean adds. “ALPHA” COUNTDOWN As of December 1979, Wilkes Ke drive. Wlth°neyearremaining "Ahh^POrtant comP°nent of the sggs? SKSrSw AnSrCaamPai8nisthel980 Dorothy DirV n^heon at the 'hePerUt°2rteCenterf°r *“gu age S fffla4iSfmonitor3 actions and arf f°rdrUginter^reand purpo“ ao?d?uVi0r0nthe “ the 4 (o solicit alumni an i'^"'Wi^ seek "ew Prospects or indh?^ who are businesses wh n t, ^ividuals and meetanh‘nterest 1 COLLEGE QUARTERLY friends who made substanr- , year commitments in i97fl 'Sltj. contacted this year. Spec^7‘ notbe phonothonswillbearX'?1^ throughout the month of March ALUMNI ELECTION Results Judy Simonson Arenstein ’68, has been re-elected for a two-year term as national president of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Also elected for two-year terms, which will run from January 1,1980 to December 31,1981, were three other members of the executive board James Ferris '56, vice president; Lauren Harris Grego '74, secretary, Steven Paradise '65, treasurer. Twelve regional vice presidents were also selected by alumni. The new alumni officers will join Gordon E. Roberts, director of alumni relations, in developing an^ implementing alumni programming for the upcoming year. Mrs. Arenstein, Scarsdale, N. •• the district operations supervisor for AT&T — Long Lines in White Plains, N.Y. Ferris, Kingston, se as principal at Wyoming Valley Senior High School in Plymou • Mrs. Grego, Lewistown, is 3 r® specialist in the Mifflin Coun Y , School District. Paradise, Me N.Y., is vice president of J. B. Para­ dise & Co., an insurance brokerage in Valley Stream, N.Y. The new regional vice presidents, who were elected by a regional ballot include: Region I, Arthur J. Hoover '55, Wilkes-Barre, associate dean of student affairs at Wilkes College; Region II, Bill Griffith '50, Bethle­ hem, a district magistrate; Region III, Atty. Ralph Pinskey '62, Harris­ burg, an attorney; and Region IV, Francis Pinkowski ’50, Pennington, N. J., director of evaluation, New Jersey State Department of Education. Also, Region V, Bernard Malian '71, West Orange, N. J., account executive, Ruh Agency; Region VI, Josephine Schifano Finlayson '73, Mystic, Conn., a teacher in the Groton, Conn. School System; Region VII, Joan Shurmanek '72, Lockport, N.Y., a teacher in the Medina School District; and Region VIII, Atty. Anthony Cardinale '72, Medford, Mass., an attorney with F. Lee Bailey Law Offices in Boston. And, Region IX, Carol Zambetti '75, Bel Air, Md., a teacher at Harford County Schools; Region X, John Wodraska '70, Jupiter, Fla., deputy executive director, South Florida Water Management District; Region XI, Illaria Sterniuk Zubritsky ’38, McKees Rocks, a teacher at Sto-Rox High School; and Region XII, Jerry Mohn '63, Houston, Texas, vice president, Kocide Chemical Corp. PHI DELTA KAPPA Wilkes College was chartered as the 512th chapter of Phi Delta Kappa on December 17. Phi Delta Kappa is an international organization for men and women in education. The membership is com­ posed of recognized leaders in the profession and graduate students in education whose leadership potential has been identified. Dr. Richard T. Rees, former Wilkes alumni director, and Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the Wilkes College Education Department were instrumental in organizing the chapter whose members include classroom teachers, school admin­ istrators, college and university professors, and educational specialists of many types. The purpose of Phi Delta Kappa is to promote quality education. Particularly emphasized is publicly supported education, because it is essential to the development and maintenance of a domestic way of life. HOWARD WILLIAMS APPOINTED C&F CHAIRMAN Dr. Howard J. Williams '64 has been appointed chairman of the Wilkes College Department of Commerce and Finance. The Commerce and Finance Department is the largest depart­ ment at the College. In the 1979 Fall Semester, 475 students were registered; their majors are in the areas of Accounting, Business Administration, and Economics. Dr. Williams, who served as acting chairman of the department from June to December, notes that one of his priorities will be to develop an advisory committee which will suggest ways the department can be a service to the community. Following his graduation from the College, the Wilkes department chairperson attained his M.A. and Ph.D, in Economics at Penn State University. His major field of interest is macroeconomics. GORDON E. ROBERTS NEW ALUMNI DIRECTOR The Wilkes College Alumni Relations Office will have a new guiding force in 1980 as Gordon E. Roberts '60 has been appointed by President Robert S. Capin as director of alumni relations succeeding Dr. Richard T. Rees '62, who left the College to become director of education at Mercy Hospital in Miami, Florida. Shown during a welcoming cere­ mony at Weckesser Hall are, from left: George Pawlush '69, director of public relations; Tanya Hallez '67, administrative assistant to the director of alumni relations; Gordon Roberts; Dr. Rees; and Dr. Thomas F. Kelly '69, dean of external affairs. Roberts, who assumed his position on February 1, was chosen following a two-month search conducted by a committee composed of six alumni. There were 50 applicants for the position. In announcing Roberts’ appoint­ ment, President Robert Capin paid special tribute to Dr. Rees, who spent nearly eight years at the College as an Education Department faculty member and as an admin­ istrator. “Rick did an outstanding job in revitalizing several areas of alumni relations at Wilkes. We wish him luck in his new position.” Gordon Roberts graduated from Wilkes with a dual major in English and Religion. He has also done graduate work at Wesleyan College, Middletown, Conn.; and Edinburgh University, Edinburgh, Scotland. He comes to Wilkes College from New Milford (N. J.) High School where he served for 13 years as chairman of the English Department and administrator of a student exchange program between New Milford High School and the Maltby Comprehensive School, Yorkshire, England. Roberts is well known to Wilkes College alumni and prior to his position at New Milford served from 1960-67 as a director of student activities and alumni relations at the College. President Capin noted that "the appointment of Gordon Roberts brings an individual with sound administrative experience to a position which will be important to the future of the College. Gordon is well known by many alumni, who I'm sure, will work cooperatively with him in the development of Wilkes College." o WINTER 1980 5 �OF NATURE AND LIFE: THE WILKES COLLEGE BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT by Edward Van Buren 'SO As the Wilkes College Department of Biology has evolved through the years it has incorporated many of the ideas and concepts of nature's logic. The biology faculty comes from different geographic locations and brings to Wilkes a cross-section of experiences and attitudes that enhance the department's versatility. Therefore, the nature of the biology curriculum at Wilkes developed by this faculty is a prime example of how diversity with integration can produce a unique approach to learning. ■ The final two years of the baccalaureate program is composed of full-semester upper-level electives. These electives cover a variety of fields within biology, and the advanced level of treatment builds on the knowledge provided by the modules. A strong emphasis is placed on allowing students to see a "big picture" of nature through its biological properties and structures. Furthermore, the department has developed a number of locally based field courses to complement the traditional upper-level lecture and lab courses. Some of the electives concentrate on field zoology or on the flora of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Other courses have taken students to the Florida Keys to study marine biology at a biological research station. In recent years, a special field trip was taken to the Galapagos Islands, located on the Equator, 600 miles west of Equador. Also, the Biology Department philosophy has always included an emphasis on promoting undergraduate research. Under the guidance of faculty members, this endeavor helps students comprehend the self-correcting aspect of scientific pursuit. Through research students develop a keen appreciation for the vigor necessary in methodology and data analysis as well as the need for precision and accuracy. In addition, it is important for biology' majors to become "wellrounded'’ individuals. Through two student organizations within the department the Biology oi., the Student Chapter of the Am and Institute of Biological Sciences'*"2®1' (AIBSJ - students are exp0Sed . L - exposed the challenges of service-oriented J ’--1or activities and -' >ented ana leade leadership nr„ experience. " Ornoting Judging from the success of n. undergraduates and alumni of department, the objectives of ts department appear to be fulfill j Mary Lynn Krisza began stud'^’ Wilkes in 1974 as a biology „ at She was one of 25 students sel^' to continue her studies in the Witd Hahnemann program. She is Ukes’ currently in her final year and relates, "Everyone in medical scho l came into the program with four ° years of college biology background or even a Ph.D. However, even with two years of study, I found myself t be on the same academic level as mv fellow students at Hahnemann." "Looking back," she adds, "1 feef that I participated in a superb academic experience. The biology/liberal arts program at Wilkes provides a well-rounded educational background. There is a lot more about being a doctor than simply knowing medicine. Although my particular program contained a necessary amount of structure, the opportunity still existed for me to enrich my overall educational experience." Rob Wallace, a junior biology major, feels nearly the same about the liberal arts program. "It provides the individual with an understanding I that enables him to communicate more intelligently with people in other disciplines. At the same time, you are able to apply the core knowledge within your own discipline.” Rob is currently involved in undergraduate research with cactus, which involves looking into crystal formation on surfaces as an ultra­ violet wave length. "After my initial exposure to biology," he recalls, "I began to develop an appreciation for what is involved in science and how you can get involved in it. You get a good feeling by knowing that the things you learned in the past are applicable to your present research. For anyone who has enough ambition to work on a research project there is an excellent opportunity for good, meaningful interaction with the faculty." Another important source for student-faculty interaction is "Bio­ Dialogue Day." The special event allows junior and senior biology majors an opportunity to work with faculty in an informal setting, such as a campground, to develop better communication skills through various feedback and group- encounter techniques. It is an invaluable experience for students to gain understanding and to develop precise and accurate communication abilities. By uniting all the ideas and approaches to biology, the Wilkes College Biology Department has succeeded in building a curriculum that has gained the reputation for program soundness and academic excellence. o Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. difZefs clege's bioIogy pw „ eH h he many approaches used by other colleges and universities. Through a series of eight modules, each seven weeks long the '“1‘y Provi^ foundation and 6 WIUES ATTENTION PARENTSI If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. Members of the Biology Department staff and faculty are shown at a rrCL’,^lir ffayes , pr. John kneeling-Dr. Henry Steuben, Dr. Charles Reif, Dr. Robert Ogren, Dr. r Rij,ley.pay a fr0,f' Dr. Clyde Houseknecht, Dr. Robert Doty, Dr. Lester Turoczi, chairman, Erickson. college quarterly Dr. Joseph T. Bellucci Faculty by Edward Van Buren '80 is one of 40 individuals serving as a hearing officer in the There is an old saying "Jack of all Commonwealth. trades, master of none." In the case The Wilkes professor is also a of Dr. Joseph Bellucci, associate psychologist for the Wilkesprofessor of education at the College, Hahnemann program where he is the adage would have to be changed called on "to help students with to “Jack of all trades, master of all anything from academic to personal trades.” problems.” He adds, "I serve as an Joe Bellucci graduated from advocate for the student at joint­ Hazleton High School as a heralded selection committee meetings, and football player and won All-State in that sense I represent the honors in his senior year. The former student.” halfback continued his academic Dr. Bellucci takes a great deal of and football career at the University pride in his position as psychologist of Scranton where he remembers for the Luzerne County Headstart some classic confrontations with the Program. The job involves conduct­ struggling Wilkes team of the late ing psychological evaluation tests 1950’s. "In those days it wasn’t a for all children associated in the question of beating Wilkes, but how program. There are four Headstart lopsided the score was going to be," program centers in Luzerne County. remembers the easy-going professor. The Conyngham resident also The Wilkes College educator serves as a statistician for the United graduated from Scranton with a States Department of Labor in degree in chemistry and quickly Washington, D. C. Currently, he is secured a job analyzing samples for under contract to do statistical a steel company in Bethlehem. It evaluation of the Black Lung disease. didn’t take long for him to realize The project, itself, is under the that industry wasn't for him so he direction of Don Ridzon, a 1969 opted to return to school. As a grad­ Wilkes College graduate, who is uate student at Lehigh University, responsible for the operation of Bellucci had the opportunity to stay statistical research and evaluation close to football; he coached at a of Black Lung disorders. Bethlehem Area high school and also But, Bellucci’s main interest is in as an assistant at Lehigh. the field of education. “Only six He joined the Wilkes College percent of the students, now enrolled Education Department faculty in in colleges and universities, are 1967, and the nearness to Bethlehem studying teacher education," he allowed him to continue his graduate says. "This is not a sufficient studies. Bellucci was awarded his number to supply the future needs doctorate in counseling psychology of public schools, especially in the in 1970. areas of pre-school and elementary Busy on and off the Wilkes College education." Dr. Bellucci predicts campus, the energetic professor is that there will be a 25% increase in engaged in a variety of related the demand for pre-school and early activities in the educational and childhood educators by 1985.” psychological field. In addition to In his leisure time, the energetic his duties at the College, Dr. Bellucci educator serves as class advisor to is proud of his position as a hearing the Class of 1982, as a member of the officer for the Pennsylvania Depart­ faculty policy committee, as a ment of Special Education. “If a psychologist for the Welfare disagreement arises concerning an Services, and the list goes on and educational program for the on. It is exactly like the new adage handicapped child and the place­ goes ... “Jack of all trades, master ment which the parent feels is of all trades." q inappropriate, I am called in to make a decision,” he relates. Dr. Bellucci WINTER 1980 7 �1 .'.'jKr .A • q 1 J Days B.U bU Dr. Charles B. Relf S the en The eager young men who attended Bucknell University Jun' Co' ege in 1943 and 1944'^Jun,or We Say ifs Bucknell.” harX 9entlernen who could bUe'yondtt0flyoffintoth^Hld Ky£3ComeKParodied‘^ attended ivy Leanne e ? .h d *"9. "High above he ™terand S^quehanna, there’s an , , Some say itresSthe aWflJ' did the S^squeh? Smelled as bad as 8 WILKES college QUarterly the word had changed from smel to "swell" because the returning veterans had increased the of enrollment of B.U.J-C. from a one hundred to well over two thousand. By the end of college (newly dubbed wi e College) was literally burst'h9 seams, and regardless of what air cadets may have thought. B.U.J.C. during its last days was a swell place to be, either as a student or a teacher. My return to the halls of ivy after two years in the U.S. Navy, still an eligible (in some respects) bachelor (among several others on the faculty), was affected in two parts. Having been discharged at Bainbridge, Maryland, I was able to travel by way of Wilkes-Barre on my way back to Minnesota. During my two years at sea I had gained fifty pounds so that my bell-bottomed trousers and middy were bursting at the seams. I personally was bursting with energy and eager to get back in the classroom but had expected to spend the summer as a camp counselor before beginning to teach in the fall of 1946. However, Dr. Farley had other ideas. His main selling point was that Mrs. Ward had not had a vacation since she took over the biology courses in 1944 and so I was to teach summer school. That was all right with me, but poor Mrs. Ward did not get her vacation. The college began what were known as trimesters. We taught three full academic terms during one calendar year for the next couple of years, and in those days the terms were a full 16 weeks long with another week for finals. The shrinking of the academic term in later years took place amidst the screams and groans of Thomas Richards and Charles Reif. But 1 digress. Let me tell you about the last days of Bucknell University Junior College because high above the Susquehanna there was much to be remembered of the happy days experienced there at old Bucknell. My return to the campus in June of 1946, having again taken up my quarters in the third floor rear of Chase Hall, with Pop Gies and John Chwalek, involved me in a catch-up course concerning changes in B.U.J.C. In the front office, Herbert J. Morris had taken over as registrar, and scheduling more than two thousand students was a bit different from finding places for fewer than two hundred. New buildings were being acquired, which eased the problem somewhat. The Stoddard Residence on South Franklin Street had been converted to the Music Department’s digs and was shared by classes from other departments. Stoddard Residence, upon the death of Pop Gies, was named Gies Hall but was later torn down to make room for the Eugene S. Farley Library. Pop, in 1946 and 1947, was at the peak of his career. He was a great cultural influence in the Wyoming Valley in addition to his extra curricular activities with the Choral Society. Weckesser Hall, on Northampton Street, where the Farley family had lived before moving to the third floor of Kirby Hall, had been established as the girls' dormitory, the first of the student residences on campus. Dean of Women Norma Sangiuliano was the very proper house mother of the dormitory. Dinner was served in a formal manner and the young ladies stood at their places at the table until “Sangy” had taken her seat. The young ladies were carefully groomed and dressed for every meal. Bobby socks were coming into vogue about then but one could not wear bobby socks to the evening meal. And it was not a lot different in the men's dormitories which soon appeared, the first being Payne Hall where Dean George Ralston was the faculty proctor. At first the Ashley Residence was used as a guidance center for the flood of veterans but that soon became a male dormitory, as did the Long Residence when that building was acquired. What probably was the most important aspect of those three residences was that their garages were converted into classrooms, which in large part made possible the academic progress of B.U.J.C. The College, thanks to Dr. Farley’s compulsive do-it-now-ism, was put together by improvisation. The Department of Biology was the first department to have its own quarters other than the usual, which were nothing more than dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, or even basement storerooms; the John Conyngham’s stable became Conyngham Annex and had inside walls which were new, sans wallpaper, et cetera. However, B.U.J.C. was created because both students, faculty, and administration were adaptable, and I think a lot of the wonderful esprit de corps of B.U.J.C. was due to the fact that we were "making do." In this connection 1 would be remiss in not mentioning that many of the faculty were part time and they did yeoman service. Robert West, in mathematics, held a fulltime job as a high school teacher, met a class at seven o'clock (during the days of the air cadets), taught all day at Coughlin High School, and then returned to teach an evening class. Mr. West did that for years for B.U.J.C. and Wilkes College, and it was only in his later years that he joined the faculty of Wilkes College full time. His example is typical of many dedicated people who found in Dr. Farley the inspiration to build a college on the banks of the Susquehanna. The various clubs at B.U.J.C. were going great guns. The yearbook (Amnicola was still in the future) first appeared in 1946. Joseph Donnelly, adviser, and Gloria Farkas, editor, were the guiding spirits, with plenty of helpers too numerous to mention. In those days Mr. Donnelly was the last word in style with his broad­ brimmed hat. Gloria became famous by marrying Harry Fierverker, who took my course (the old Bio. 100?), and from it remembers only that Kaiser Bill, alias William the Conqueror, crossed the Rubicon in 1492. J WINTER 1980 9 �The Student Council had become well established and in 1946 was chaired by Joseph Callahan, who, legend has it, was president of the council for four semesters because Dr. Farley was too busy to suggest that elections be held. Callahan s long tenure did not sit well with some of the students and that unrest resulted in the appointment of the Student Constitution Committee, primarily maneuvered by Joseph Savitz and John Riley, with help from Joseph Lichtman, John Burak, Joseph Hudak, William Tomusko, and Edward Dwyer. Joseph Savitz learned so much from his work on that committee that he ultimately worked his way up to be chairman of the board of Wilkes College. The new student constitution, in the years that followed its introduction, became the subject of annual amendment. Dr. Lenore Ward advised the Premedical Society and one of that group, Edith Miller, who was May If 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY _ J one of the best Queen in 1946, and the College has baseball players the ever seen, has become famous in the medical profession, almost as famous as Edythe Rudolph has become in the world of business. Doris Gorka Bartuska is another famous medic. And of course the Sociology Club with Constantin Symonolewicz (affectionately known as Kostik) included the ubiquitous Thomas J. Moran and Jay Rauscher, both of whom became well known in the newspaper world. Tom Moran acquired prominence in my class, Physical Sciences 100, by becoming the authority on the many different kinds of miles. Also acquainted with different kinds of miles were the Engineers Club, within which group Doris Raub stood out like a rose in a weed patch. Beta Gamma Chi was still extant; no longer so. Basketball and baseball teams did a terrific job with the scant equipment the College could afford. We had cheerleaders, majorettes, a military band (brought into being prim by the also ubiquitous Reese ‘*arijy Pelton), and even some girls' athletics. The big push in the last days of B.d.J.C. was for a football team. I recall passing Dr. Farley's smoke-filled office when the * equipment deals were being made The College has never been the same since. One cannot take the space to name all of those initial footballers but many of their namewould still be recognized today. At‘s one time 1 had 62 students in hygiene, in the dining room of Conyngham Hall where the biggest number ever seated formally at the Conyngham's table did not exceed 16, and I'm sure that the gang of footballers who sat in the back corner (some on the window sills) cheated me blind in that course. Oh, well! Of all the clubs in those days the Spanish Club under Professor Martha Silseth made the biggest splash during the academic year of 1946-1947. Thirty-three of the student senoritas and senors went to Cuba and set a new record by having five entire pages in the 1947 B.d.J.C. yearbook. The International Relations Club, under Dr. Robert J. Nicholson, was green with envy but never managed to pull off a coup as great as that of the Spanish Club. However, the dramatic students, with Alfred Groh, who was then assistant to Blandina Foster, presented an SRO performance of "The Barretts of Wimpole Street." Good old Chase Theater! Gone but not forgotten. Feeding the larger population of students at B.d.J.C. necessitated moving the cafeteria from Chase Hall to the renovated garage in the rear of Stoddard (Gies) Hall. The only trouble was that the new quarters were not much better, so the next move was to incorporate the Kirby Garage and build the angular section between the two garages and to call the resulting emporium “The Commons." Mrs. Brennan, who continued to purvey barbecues and other goodies, had a staff of seven culinarists. Pop Gies used to open the establishment about seven in the morning to make the coffee. Thus the nutritional needs of the student body were met. Not to be outdone by the competition provided by the cafeteria, Mildred Gittens moved her bookstore from 191 South Franklin Street to the basement of Chase Hall where she became known as Millie the Mole, with the motto, "If it's Gittens, it's good." Getting to the bookstore down in that cellar was a problem, and some of the books became a little moldy, but the bookstore did a land office business in its subterranean quarters. In 1947 the yearbook was assembled by Nelson Nelson and Faith Davis. The BEACON was put to bed each week by Thomas J. Moran (still ubiquitous) and both publications were supplied with pictures by those two demon photographers, John Burak and Douglas MacNeal, both of whom have been deceased for many years, 1 am sorry to say. And I would be making an awful [aux pas were I not to mention "The Literary Magazine," with Dr. Mary Craig, Robert Miller, and Edythe Rudolph, among others. The big room on the second floor of the First Presbyterian Church House, which could seat about two hundred and twenty-five students, was also fundamental. I can still see many of the faces in those big classes, which were composed of the non-biology majors, and because I taught the non-majors in those days I was able to know many more students than has been the case in recent years. During that period of trimesters I recall having contact-hour loads of thirty-two, thirty-four, and thirty-three hours in one year. I gave a subjective examination in each of four courses every two weeks. Overtime or a differential between lecture and laboratory periods was unheard of. That was just the way things were; and it worked. B.d.J.C. was a reality and the success of those students who passed through those halls of ivy (real ivy, too) indicates that B.d.J.C. did a sound job. But the days of Bucknell University Junior College were numbered. Within the nucleus of Dr. Farley's dream had crystalized the idea that the college on the banks of the Susquehanna should be a completely independent four-year fully-accredited institution. Dr. Farley played his cards pretty close to his vest, but little by little the moves were made which culminated in the chartering of Wilkes College. The first class to complete its four years of undergraduate study in the second block of South River Street was granted degrees in 1948 by Bucknell University, the parent, but by that time the child had grown up and B.d.J.C. was no more. That Dr. Farley should be elected to the presidency of the American Association of Junior Colleges during the gestation period of Wilkes College was confusing. Dr. Farley's oral announcement of the ceremony in which the charter was received officially was in such a low key that I did not attend. His words were, "Incidentally, if you can get away, you might want to join Gilbert McClintock and me on the lawn of Chase Hall." That sin of omission on my part has ever since been a point of embarrassment to Lv.^.,1 me. The charter was granted in May of 1947. In November of 1947 I married Carolyn Hoffa, who had by then worked for the College for seven years, but since we did not believe it was proper for the two of us to have jobs at Wilkes College, Carolyn resigned. We took up housekeeping at 68 West Northampton, in the former Beck Residence, now known as Chesapeake Hall. Since then our lives have centered in and around Wilkes College, but we shall not forget B.d.J.C. _ o WINTER 1980 11 �world " nf the changes in society, family support system te “ri,h '"•"ITZSl beC0 I .JXs the government PROJECT UPWARD BOUND A Modern Coming of Age by Anne Graham '70 If David Copperfield were suddenly dropped from the literary heavens into present day Wyoming Valley, he no doubt would be recruited to become a member of Project Upward Bound at Wilkes College. David epitomizes the youth who is served by Project Upward Bound; he is the promising student who has not been afforded all the advantages of middle-class and upper middle­ class society. He is eager to learn, waiting to be directed, and enthusiastic despite hardships and setbacks. Like David, the typical Upward Bound student needs a mentor to help him believe in himself, to realize his potential, and to take his place in the world. Of course, David found his Aunt Betsy Trotwood, who guided him, supported him, and fostered his ' growth. Those special people — 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY EX the doting auntI of the David’s of the twentieth century- This support is positiv®, energetic, and hopeful for the society that ministers it and the youth who receives it. Typically, Wilkes College has been involved actively in serving the needs of this community and in 1967 the College agreed to host a newly funded Project Upward Bound, a remedial and motivational program designed to offer support and encouragement to eligible high school students. In the nation, Project Upward Bound itself has become one of the most successful federally funded activities; the program located at Wilkes is no exception. In reaching the dual goals of students succeeding in high school and of students pursuing education after high school the program at Wilkes has served nearly six hundred students. Since its inception 100% of students who remain in the program graduated from high school, and since 1973 at least 75% of graduating seniors go on to post-secondary education. Many of these are students who often would be easily “overlooked” by the system — the underachiever, the late blossomer, the students beset by family or personal difficulties. Furthermore, the program offers one remedy to the near 10% high school drop out rate in Luzerne County.* Also, a recent survey done by Luzerne County Community College and Luzerne County Counselor Association has shown that only 57% of graduating seniors in the area plan to go on to some type of post-secondary education. The program is able to augment the efforts of guidance counselors in motivating more students to enroll in colleges and schools. Further, the services extended to the students can be highly personalized and tailored to hP^n a S/ ln area hi9h schools ratio ° 9u,dance counselor io is high, on the average 475 students to one counselor. In Student^0""'1 thS rati0 is six‘y esner^i 0 °ne counselor; this is especially important in the students’ senior year when vital decisions regarding college a career, and financial aid arn’b ■ made. In addition to the prOn ein9 counselor, the full staff activZh?1 fosters social and personal y development and maturity Counseling and role-modelina a interwoven in a positive y are atmosphere; the student is affirmed in the program — even it this affirmation exists nowhere ' else. Another important aspect of the program is its year-round ne operation. In the summer, when many students drift away from school, the Upward Bound student is actively involved in a six-week program on the Wilkes Campus The summer component offers remedial work, developmental studies, career guidance, social and recreational activities. Students live on campus; this is not only very popular with students, but it gives them an opportunity to experience dorm life — an important ingredient in success if they choose to live away from home after high school. The opportunity to adjust and grow on this personal level is just as important as the academic program. In the summer the students spend time in the classroom studying subjects that they will be taking in their own high schools in the fall. The classes stress the “basics" — reading, mathematics, composition, and study skills. Some students need remedial, individualized learning in a certain subject such as reading. The program also provides “challenge” courses —for example, independent study in creative writing. In addition to academic offerings, students also select life­ skill courses such as decision­ making, budgeting, CPR, and public recreating. The YM/YWCA, Kirby Park, the weight room, the SUB are all places that are livelier on summer evenings because Upward Bound is swimming, playing softball, volleyball, having an "Anything Goes,” or dancing the latest disco dance. These activities are all geared to produce thoughtful young men and women who are serious abou pursuing a post-secondary education. After two or three yea with the program, students who have finished their senior year a ready to “bridge” during the summer component. These students enroll in two college courses for credit; it is their firs Dear Alumnus/a: We have received an excellent response from many of our alumni to our request for Update information. We are grateful for that because an accurate data bank can assist us in providing the best in alumni services for you. If you haven't completed and returned your Update as yet, please detach this form from your Quarterly, complete it and return to the Office of Alumni Relations, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. As you will note from the article concerning my career change that Gordon E. Roberts will assume the position of Director of Alumni Relations. The data you provide on this questionnaire will be invaluable to him as he plans for the future. Won't you help? Thanks very much and best wishes. Sincerely yours, Richard T. Rees, Ed.D. Director of Alumni Relations �°mcE USE ONLY Association region # Date recorded ROUSE’S NAME: _ SPOUSE’S VOCATION: CHILDREN: WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION UPDATE / Name GRADUATE EDUCATION: I The information supplied on this questionnaire will be held in the strictest con­ fidence and will not be released without your authorization. NAME: Mr. Birthdate Institution Institution Degree Major Year Degree Major Year Please indicate the names and addresses of two individuals who would know your whereabouts in the event our current records would be inaccurate. Mrs. Ms. NAME. NAME. Miss ADDRESS ADDRESS Dr. (other). Please list any athletic teams, clubs, or student organizations in which you participated while a student at Wilkes. Middle Initial First Last Maiden Name (If applicable) ADDRESS:. Street TELEPHONE: ( City State Zip Code 1 Area Code BIRTHDATE: Day Month Year UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR:. YEAR OF GRADUATION: Continued on back INITIAL TEACHING CERTIFICATION FROM WILKES (If applicable). yes WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION UPDATE no SUBJECT/GRADE. -Please respond to the following items as candidly as possible. Your responses will be kept anonymous as the information will be used for evaluative YOUR BUSINESS/OCCUPATION TITLE: purposes only. If you wish, you may detach this section and mail it separately. YEAR OF GRADUATION:MAJOR DEPARTMENT:---------------------------------------- TYPEOFBUSINESS/OCCUPATION: DID YOU COMPLETE STUDENT TEACHING AT WILKES?--------------------- ------ CURRENT BUSINESS ADDRESS: yes no Company Please circle the appropriate response number Street Address City -'URRENT BUSINESS TELEPHONE: L 1 Area Code ! My education at Wilkes was: l.weak 2. adequate 3. very good 4. excellent State i Compared to my present colleagues' education, mine was 1. inferior 2. about the same 3. better 4. excellent Zip Code My specialized (major) education was: l.weak 2. adequate 3. very good 4. excellent THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION. I feel my career (job) success has been 1. below average 2. average 3. above average 4. excellent Additional comments may be added on the back of this section or on an attached sheet. �Are you a veteran? yes know each student well, and because the staff is aware of the no Did you live in a dormitory at Wilkes? yes no If yes, please note the dormitories in which you lived. Citizenship; U.S. 3. 2. 1. Other Please specify Please list current organizational affiliations or honors; L Members of the Upward Bound staff, from left — Jean Narcum, counselor; Susan Donio administrative assistant; Anne Graham, director; and Jackie Boyle, assistant director. There may be occasions for us to provide a public relations news release concerning you and your activities If you would like us to send any release to a specific newspapers), please indicate your preference(s). NEWSPAPER NAME NEWSPAPER NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS taste of a true college challenge. The experience prepares them for the fall when they will be full-time students, and it also measures the program's success. After the intensive course work the students have done during their high school years, the “bridge” program demonstrates the growth and maturity they have achieved. During the academic year students are also involved in the program. From September to May students attend weekly classes in the evening. These classes, like the ones offered in the summer component, emphasize basic academic skills. In addition, classes designed to prepare students for College Boards offer challenging and practical knowledge. Special activities augment the studying; for example, for Halloween the students collected money for UNICEF and then had a Halloween Party and dance. Throughout the program the students are tested, evaluated, and Placed at appropriate levels of studying. This feature of individualized learning geared to e student’s needs and ability is °t unique in education; however, im'Sia theory that is difficult to implement in large and impersonal farUi?s-Jhe Project Upward Bound .„.u fy is a mixture of area high school teachers, Wilkes professors, and individuals from the community. These educators bring experience, concern, and diverse backgrounds to the program. The students' lives are enriched culturally and socially, as well as educationally, by interacting with these teachers who are truly interested in youth. In yet another dimension, the program provides cultural and social enrichment for the participants. One important goal of the project is to encourage the students to become well-rounded individuals; the program does this by traveling, by exposing them to new experiences, by challenging them to become involved in new activities. Project Upward Bound has logged thousands and thousands of miles: the program has traveled to Nev/ York, Philadelphia, Cape May, Pittsburgh, Nev/ England, Lancaster, Gettysburg, Atlantic City, Rochester, Corning — the list goes on. For many of the students the trips represent a first glimpse of a world av/ay from Northeastern Pennsylvania. In addition to all the miles and suitcases and fast-food, stops, each trip logs many “firsts . the first visit to a real zoo, the first visit to an art museum, the first Broadway show, the first — but not the last - time getting lost on a bus with forty-some other people. many students have been able to Participate in such national and state-wide events as the Presidential Classroom in Washington, D.C. and the Governor’s School for the Arts at Bucknell. Motivation is another important factor m fostering growth in adolescents. Many times students are caught up in the all-consuming present, but as they develop in the program they learn that tomorrow is shaped by the planning and decision-making skills and valuable college entrance and financial aid preparation. Seniors are eligible to go on Project Upward Bound sponsored college visits to about ten different campuses throughout Pennsylvania. When seniors have the opportunity to visit schools and see first-hand what they could be learning and doing, they are all the more eager to succeed. Of course, motivation is never truly achieved until it becomes self-motivation. The program, which is funded entirely by the Federal government, challenges the students, shifts important decisions towards the student, and encourages responsible and mature behavior. Somewhere in the time spent with the program each student comes to realize that he is accountable and in charge of his actions. When this “dawning" comes, the student has succeeded and, more importantly, will continue to succeed. In conclusion, there is no concluding that can be done. Although students graduate from the program, they continue to return with college transcripts, with news of their careers, with their children. So to draw the full circle, we are back to David Copperfield, who v/ondered in the beginning “whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my life.” Quite simply, Upv/ard Bound believes that our students are the heroes and heroines of their own lives ... and they come to believe this too. O •Statistics figured from the information supplied by the Division of Education. Pa.. Human Relations Commission, 1978. WINTER 1980 13 �been here for four years and I have with cross country ball com , the farthest thing from his — ACTIVE IN 1980 The Sordoni Art Gallery is alive in 1980! During upcoming months the Sordoni Gallery, housed in Stark Learning Center, will present several outstanding exhibits. The Regional Scholastic Art Awards will be on display at the Sordoni Gallery from February 13 through March 9. The Wilkes-Barre Junior League will sponsor a show entitled “Three Women — Mary Cassatt, Cecilia Beaux, and Martha Walter," March 22 through April 27. Herb Simon, a member of the Wilkes College Fine Arts faculty, will exhibit "Aluminum Modular Sculpture, 1975-79," from May 3 through May 28. Louise Carpenter, groundwork for a running laid tv at the College. dynasty ,. ble! That is the only “Keanus© exclaims Righter, L Mendenhall, will present a show entitled “A Retrospective,” from May 31 to June 22. The exhibit will include oils and watercolors. Beginning on June 28, approxi­ mately 180 posters from the early 1900's to the present will be on display at the Gallery. These outstanding pieces will be on loan from the Poster Museum in Warsaw, Poland, and illustrate the excellence and historical development of the poster art in Poland. Subjects include health, education, sports, music, and various areas of entertainment. The Sordoni Gallery is open Sunday through Friday, from 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 to 5 p.m.; and Thursday evenings, from 6 to 9 p.m. o Vt<lS ■rSSSyf n£§® by Eddie White III ’80 SIMPLY AMAZING Running ... Running... Running ... has taken over America in recent years. And, Wilkes College is no exception. This fall, the Colonel cross country team enjoyed its finest season ever, finishing the 1979 campaign with a 13-4 dual record. But, if ever there was a story behind a story, it has been the Wilkes harriers and their first-year coach Ron Righter. A1975 St. 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY XiAT? teanilikethis’Weh^ t p V’ebllofeverythin8. but what fielie'vabfelTha" is the rightword ^ answer to the 1969 "Miracle tvjets” of New York. ‘ Righter's story as a coach with hardly any experience in running is fascinating itself, but consider some of the personnel problems that he had to face: one of the top runners was battling a painful Achilles heel injury, another had just come off a bout with mononucleosis, one was recovering from a serious gunshot wound, while another was running with only one kidney. The key to the Wilkes success proved to be the enthusiasm and guidance of Righter. "He really surprised us," offers senior captain Don Patrick. “All we saw at the beginning of the season was a guy with little experience, and we were deflated. But after meeting him, we quickly became psyched." How did Righter feel about coach­ ing cross country? “I was a little hesitant to coach cross country at first," says Righter. "I didn’t know how to keep score and I was unfamiliar with training techniques. I had to quickly learn the mechanics and science behind it." “I owe a lot to several people,” Righter continues. "My assistant coach Steve Justice was a real help as was George Pawlush (Wilkes public relations director). George, who helped found the sport at Wilkes and coached for six years, helped me with the basics of cross country. And, I can’t forget my team. hey were behind me all year and were very patient. They understood at I was very interested in the Program and that I wanted to win as badly as they did.” Leading the Wilkes team in 1979 was sophomore Ken Pascoe. He was e olonels’ top finisher in almost cry meet and ran most of the year with an Achilles injury. Despite the in r 1CaP’ Pascoe consistently turned ones between 27-28 minutes on the five-mile courses. Pascoe, incidently, is spending the winter as head statistician for Righter’s basketball team. Some of the other medical cases on the team included juniors Dan Thomas and Ed Eppler. Thomas came off a disappointing sophomore season and had to battle back from mononucleosis. Eppler, probably the hardest worker on the team, runs with only one kidney. "Eddie never tires and is the most inspirational runner on the team," relates Coach Righter. Pushing the "top three” were seniors Don Patrick, Roger Davis, and junior John Supinski. Patrick, an outspoken veteran, notes "I have te have most is untapped talent. In the coming years, Wilkes cross country is really going to be something. Three other unusual stories lie in three other runners - sophomores Lou Mucciolo, Ed Cunningham, and treshman Marie Eiswert, the only woman on the team. Mucciolo was a basketball candidate who had never ran cross country before and Righter now believes that Mucciolo has become a better runner than a basketball player. "Lou has really worked hard and realizes that he can become a great runner in the next few years." Cunningham might just be the "Mr. Unbelievable" of this simply unbelievable team. Last year he suffered a bullet wound in a shooting accident. One of Wyoming Valley's top high school runners as a senior, Cunningham had to fight for his life and now has recovered to aid the team. Eiswert began by running just for fun, but has worked hard and according to Righter has improved her limes to the point where she could become a factor for Wilkes in the years to come. With the one storybook season under his belt, Righter headed into basketball and at mid-year had recorded a 7-3 mark. Whether coaching cross country, basketball, or overseeing a physical education class, Ron Righter has brought a little magic to Wilkes College. FALL SPORTS RESULTS football (4-4) Wilkes 13 1Delaware Valley 3 10 Wilkes 7 Lycoming : Wilkes 20 Upsala 3 Wilkes 3 Bloomsburg St. 27 Wilkes 33 FDD Madison 0 Wilkes 28 Albright 17 Wilkes 7 Juniata 21 8 Wilkes 7 Susquehanna ECAC Southern Regional all-star: first-team defensive lineman Ed Mollahan (junior) A1I-MAC first team: back-Carmen LoPresto (junior) end — Rob Irwin (senior) def. line-Ed Mollahan (junior) women’s tennis final overall record: 0-11 MAC slate: 0-5 NWPIAA record: 0-7 women’s field hockey final overall record: 10-2-3 MAC slate: 6-0-1, N. E. Champions NWPIAA: 2-0-1, League Champions AI1-MAC, first team: Jerry Ann Smith. MVP, (senior) Pam Snyder, (junior) second team: Mary Jo Frail, (senior) WINTER 1980 15 �5a'"y’SA’4|’„,S3 ‘68'68 RbtfdU'’6 MASS TRAN SPOETATION IN THE 80’ the outlook tovrard ma'sVt Wh°le change in says Keioer "tT transportation." K<w ,M,,W Dr.K°RT jordan 50 S^!:h’59 ,(37 S^KalS“ Kaminski '68 RALSTON YEARS RELIVED Homecoming weekend brought moments of joy to many former Wilkes football players of George Ralston who returned to campus in October to recount their pigskin exploits of the late 1940's and early 1950's. Ralston, now dean of students at the College, served as football coach at Wilkes for ten years compiling an overall record of 41-32-4. His 1946 through 1949 teams posted a fouryear record of 25-4-3. o Shown at the football reunion were, from left, seated — Bill Morgan '53, Al Nicholas '55, Al Wallace '54, Jack Jones '51, Olin Thomas '51, Dr. William Meyers, Ed Gritsko '53, and Al Molosh '52; standing — Walter Hendershot '50, Dr. Norman Cromack '51, Gerard Washco '54, Dick Scripp '52, Carl Strye '52, Leo Solomon '53, Coach Ralston, Francis Pinkowski '50, Dr. Joseph Trosko '55, Ron Fitzgerald '55, and Joe Yanovltch. coloNEij r V i / Al is: Xv/Ot J r 7; ■ The "South River Street Revival" was compiled by Vesta Breakstone of the Alumni Relations Office. The information contained in the Alumni Notes was received between September 22, 1979 and January 3, 1980. Please send news contributions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Q/Ve JUiss QJou! Over the past few years some of our graduates have given us the slip. Like concerned uncles and aunts we would be delighted to hear from you again. If any alumni can help us in 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY our search, please drop a line with the addresses of our missing nieces and nephews to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. Bueze Roland Igweze '77 Mrs. Jane Weir Farr Ireland ’65 Lee R.Isaac '75 B. William Isaacs '56 Gail A. Ishley '69 Charles F. Jackson '51 Nancy Ann Jackson '68 Mrs. Frances A. Benassu Jackson '71 Raymond Jacobs '50 Robert D. Jacobs '67 Robert S. Jacobs '58 Mrs. Rosalyn Barth Jacobs '48 Joseph Stanley Jakoboski '48 Mrs. Susan Hamilton Meister James '60 Kathy Lee Jameson '70 Linda Maria Janiw '73 Mary Ann Jankowski '69 Paul Joseph Jarecki '72 Robert Joseph Javer '54 S. Jean Jenkins '73 Mrs. Mary F. Queeney Jerrell '58 Mrs. Charlotte L. Kleintob Johnson '70 Milton V. Johnson '55 Donald Jones '54 fyanne Margaret Karpinski '62 HEsmailKathiwala’77 Anne Lynn Kaufman 78 Michael Kaufman 68 Claude E. Keller 49 Mrs. Florence D. Domashinski Kempinski '48 Susan Kempner '68 Michael Kennedy '56 William R. Kenny '74 Mrs. Lorraine D. Giacometti Kent '56 Mrs. Louise C. Hilla Key '72 Mrs. Kathy P. Karten Kimball '69 Mrs. Donna L. Brady Kindler '68 Mrs. Shirley Westberg King '65 Mrs. Patricia A. Tomaskovic Kinkele '68 John Kirschner '64 Louis C. Kiscunas, Jr. '61 Albert J. Kislavage '52 Joseph George Kitler '50 Mrs. Mary Ruth Curtis Kleinginna '63 David S. Kleinstein '73 Thomas J. Klem '48 Capt. Herbert M. Kline '61 Myra Susan Kline '78 William Klopfer '49 Atty. Charles R. Knapp '51 Mrs. Jacqueline Jenkins Knight '54 Vera Marie Kolb '52 Ann Kolinchock '72 Robert Joseph Kopicki '56 Robert Joseph Kormis '69 Victor Kotulak '51 Michele E. Kovalchik '67 John Joseph Kozloski '70 Mrs. Camille Broski Kramer '70 Mary Lou Krauser'66 Mr- & Mrs. Ira S. Krotick'71’71 (btephanie Dreher] Edward Krug '71 lanSTk°Semarie SaPorito Kubacki '72 an Thomas Kubicki '67 MardaTKuligovvski ’67 aryin C. Kurtzer '68 Chm-Yin Kwan '71 yprian J. Kwilinabe '70 There were no federal funds for ore±rer''iCes'’'hGrememhers.,'only were tS"9 equipment " Scarce also were training programs in mass transit Today, federal involvement is heavy and here are many specialized mass transportation courses available. Because ol the revitalization in mass transportation, Keiper’s job is demanding, by Mary Ellen Alu 77 requiring a 55-hour, six-day work week Additional time is devoted to meetings, When Stephen A. Keiper 72 was preparation for those meetings, and travel. unanimously named executive director of Keiper. who is married with two children, the Luzerne County Transportation is also very active in community projects. Authority in May 1976, he was then He is a member of the board of directors considered — at age 27 — one of the of the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the youngest executives of a transit system in American Red Cross, a member of the the country. Wyoming Valley United Way, the WilkesWith the public's obsession for the Barre Kiwanis Club, and the Economic automobile after World War II, mass Development Council of Northeastern Pa. transit outside of major cities was facing The transportation executive is involved extinction. This decreased demand for with several transportation organizations, mass transportation resulted in fewer is a member of the Board of Directors for young managers entering the field. Children's Museum, and co-authored a Consequently, as economic and report on innovative approaches to car­ environmental factors revived the public's pool projects. He is currently pursuing a interest in mass transportation in the master's degree at the College. 1970's, tew men were trained for Keiper’s enthusiasm for work is a carry­ management positions. over from his college days at Wilkes. For most of his four years at the College, he But, Keiper was one of the few capable pursued 12 credits a semester (mostly of filling a top position in a transit system. night courses) while working full-time and Having joined the staff of LCTA as an raising a family. He feels that “work administrative assistant in 1973, he experience is just as important as assisted the executive director in all areas education as far as getting in and being of the operation and was responsible for able to do the job.” the preparation, administration, and According to Keiper some of the major execution of grants and resulting projects. problems facing mass transportation today He also served as acting executive director are rising costs, federal requirements, and when that position was vacated. even bus shortages. Keiper says that only Keiper received his Bachelor of Science two American companies manufacture degree in business administration from the buses which makes obtaining buses more College and specialized transportation difficult. training from the Chicago Transit Authority Federal regulations — such as Technical Institute in 1975. Prior to joining provisions for handicapped - put more LCTA, he served as a planner for the City demand on the transit systems. And | Demonstration Agency of Wilkes-Barre. inflation is affecting labor, insurance, and At age 30. Keiper is responsible for the fuel costs “The price of deisel fuel was overall operation of the transit system. He oversees operations, planning, Jn nal , n 9 is up to 78 cents a gallon. Costs have I t gone up 65 percent in one year, he , and■ -budgeting. He realizes too that the | job people expect of LCTA is growing/' ^Nevertheless. the LCTA, under Keiper’s i He believes, "with the current energy problems, and with the help of federal leadership is coping. He says the coming '“Twi I see increased services for area funding, mass transportation is SeS in view of the current economy, revitalized." . For Keiper and the 115 employees of such news is encouraging. Q LCTA, this means an increased WINTER 1980 17 �“owanitCBErSNEY':nd Joseph cXfizmni JUotes 1935 EDWARD G. HARTMANN, professor of History Emeritus at Suffolk University, has had his latest book published by Lerner Publishing Company. It is entitled “American Immigration,” and will be the pilot volume for an “In America Series,” which includes individual volumes on the various ethnic groups of the United States. 1950 JOHN P. NELSON has been elected assistant vice president of INA International Corporation, one of the nation's largest diversified financial institutions. John also continues as casualty product line officer with the corporation. 1951 THOMAS JONES, vice president of Wyrough and Loser, Inc.,Trenton, New Jersey, has been elected secretary of the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society. 1952 ROBERT MORRIS has been pro­ moted to a division-level financial post in the General Electric Company’.s space division in Philadelphia, Pa. He will manage the financial and administration operation for the Philadelphia divi­ sion, reporting to the vice president and general manager. Bob, his wife, Irma, and four sons reside at 76 Glory Drive, Pittsfield, Mass. 1955 ARTHUR IMDORF has been pro­ moted to Vice President of Mack Trucks, Inc., Allentown, Pa. 1956 CAPT. JOHN J. CASHMERE, USNR, was installed as commanding officer at a change of command ceremony at the Naval Reserve Center, Avoca, Pa. 1959 STEVE POLESKIE and Jeanne Mackin were recently married, Steve is a professor in the School of Architecture at Cornell University, Ithaca, New York. 1960 FRANK STECK has been appointed vice president, parts marketing for the North American Operations of International Harvester's Agricul18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY MATTER OF CHOICE She entered Wilkes as an English major with a concentration in theater arts. She hadn't planned the theater arts but after trying out for a part in a play and being chosen for the role, she said, "That was it, from that moment on. I was completely hooked. I practically lived at the Center for the Performing Arts and had a part in just about everything that Al Groh directed.' “ ' e as a to home. The job market €thin9c'03 Wyoming Valley. so She Lewisburg, Pa., where she result 1968 JULIUS HARMS is purchasing agent Inorganic Chemicals for FMC Corporate, Chicago, Illinois. J£chal'engether 'She left after a Jn'J^'-'to make some decisions j'l’"”1 '"X? while watching a wEu1B-YUDKOV,'rZ"’ll(“nlll Wo I t were married April. 11)79. is a bio-chemist with Merck ami Company, Rahway. They re.....in Westfield, New Jersey. A5h0,Sr g«e lhe nightly report. ^'^C lihou'lht. "Now there s sM^’rdhke doing ” The casual more delined and before tnought bee* ovef WJS a (|fm decision tne m'l111 ' . n vr, i knew I hadn t by Jano Manganella The TV studio was a busy place. There were several people performing apparently complex duties with lights, cameras, and sound equipment. I was there to interview Debbie Dunleavy, a newscaster al the station, but I wondered how I could possibly talk to anyone in all that chaos. A technician raised his hand and pointed Io Debbie. Immediately, everylhing was still and the WDAU-TV, Ch. 22 nightly news was on the air. Her voice is well modulated and precise; it calches your altention the moment she says "Good evening, I'm Debbie Dunleavy." When the news is good, the expression on Debbie's face conveys this, and when it is bad, there is a sincerity in her voice and expression lhal lets the viewer know that, in spite of her professionalism, she is not entirely removed from it. Debbie, a 1974 graduate of Wilkes College, is the person who brings world news and local happenings to viewers of WDAU-TV, a CBS affiliate located in Scranton, Pa. The station, with a potential audience of one million, has been her "place” since 1977. She has the distinction of being the only anchorwoman in the area. That, in itself, is not surprising; she is exceptionally good at what she does. What is out of the ordinary is the path that led to the role ... but then we are getting ahead of our story. Claire Deborah Elizabeth Dunleavy was born to Mr. and Mrs. James Dunleavy, in Wilkes-Barre, September 24, 1951. She spent all but a few of her formative and adolescent years there and graduated in 1969 from Coughlin High School. During the next few months, while deciding what direction to take, she spent her time working and modeling for a local department store. She was selected "Miss Seventeen" in a contest sponsored by SEVENTEEN, a national high-fashion magazine. In spite of her success in modeling, she decided to go on with her education. i*fi •““Ss ®°aea “ L* and four sons. 1963 BONNIE JENKINS LEWIS isan elementary school Iibrilri;ln na" Lewisburg Area School Distrk• . . ' ■ , A daughter. Rebecca Gail, was bur.n on June 3. 1979, to Sylvia and GERALD E. MISSAL. Gerald is an administrative assistant for the Arlington Public Schools, and the family resides in Watertown, Ma'isacliimettii. They also have another daughter, Deborah Janine. • Id- " ' ■ ’ ■' irjh to Sme a news person There there were Debbie has memories "by the carload" from that time in her life, "nice memories,” she emphasizes. Some are amusing now, in retrospect, but then1 For example, she remembers trying out for the role of Maggie in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." When she read for it. she was so tense that Groh kept referring to her as a "cinderblock." He did give her the part, however, knowing her ability and expecting that she would loosen up during rehearsals. But Debbie still was not comfortable with the role — rehearsal after rehearsal she was still tense. ''But." she smiled, "when that curtain went up on opening night, something happened to my personality, and I certainly became uninhibited. By the end of the second act. there was a two-word message waiting for me from Mr. Groh. It said 'cool it!' I guess I got a little too far into Maggie's character." She enjoyed all the theater roles, but her favorite was Eleanor of Aquitaine in "Lion in Winter.” She still remembers some dialogue from that play. To the list of fond memories, she adds a short time when she was a vocalist with a local group called the "Velvet Touch.” Following graduation, she went to work on Capitol Hill, in Washington D.C., as an “office slave.” The job had an excellent procedures " undaunted, she went to the next, which w3s WDAU-TV. She was inierviowed by pm Powell the news director a! the sUMn and was told if anything opened up he would call her Positive thinking pa d oft early m December when Powell tailed to say he had an opening but no: tor a newscaster Would she be interested m coming in as a trainee in the newsroom’ She was delighted, and on December 6. 1977. she reported for work ■ I didn't expect it to be easy, and it wasn't i had intensive on-the-job training. l did everything from tiling film to getting cotlee. but I did learn. I absorbed everything and I could feel my confidence grow." Debbie is a pleasant combination ol sophisticate and homebody She has lived a metropolitan lifestyle and enjoyed it. but she retains strong ties to home and family. My lamiiy' stte says. ,s everything to • They have given me the support and ““uragemeni I needed to Imd my whPnU/hally'3h8 !h'nks abouI a 'someday a ms,n. e n"qn! have lbe opportunity to do p"Good X ;e?'J khappy hnmand5h°con! w'bu!-nt ,w »«! t0 say John and JEAN GODLEWSKI JANICK announce the birth of n son, Joseph Jason, on February 111, 1979. Tin- family resides in WiikenHnrrii, where J‘.in operates n day care home, They have I wo oilier sons, Jnmmi Ja .on, and John Joseph, 7. 1’109 SHARON TELIIAN, a member of the ntir'.in;', faculty ill Wllkmi, returned to thnl >!■• j>;irl iniiil mi coordiniitor for i-l IV, following ii year'n I aii .once during which ttliii nludhid ; under a II. S. Public I lealth Trainim j ship and earned her M.Ed. at Wilke; College. 1970 HOWARD JONES, JR. and Molly Gallagher were recently married. ! Inward is manager of A ft A Auto Store, Kingston, and the couple reside', in I lanover 'I ownr.hip, Pa. 1971 CAROLYN PETRUS received her master's degree in geology from Penn State University in August, ... : i . '. . :■■ W-t '■ "" ^NWae, 2m2°?bbte°Un^ O business, "Pennsylvania Made,” a wholesale and retail outlet for antique and new hand-made quilts. Carolyn resides at 234 Crestmont Road, State College, Pa. JOSEPH T. ZIMMERMAN has been elected assistant treasurer of the Stokely-Van Camp Corporation. Joe is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public J Accountants. Linda is emnluV>dT’marriedA«aSchool Dfstric/ h';’ili,n0Ver resiJ^ in Hanover Cn'hip7aPle baSista?LICENas,ei's1<i dau8htor,BethMXl:ohnD,,rlhl|ira d.. TW u-vR' ELLEN POINTER , ,KAtY'Milr>is a gui.koK,. New York School forthe Deaf in White Plains. 1972 ARLENE SUCHESKI lias been pro­ moted to cost accountant at International Sall Company j.i part uIAkzona, Inc.), Clark.; Summit. She resitlee in Scranton, t’a. A (laughter, Katie Elizabeth, was horn on December 26,1978, Io David ami WENDY BURROUGHS CONNELL of 109 Ruth Lane, Doylestown, Pa. 1973 JEFF PRENDERGAST, senior com­ mon.i;il account rcprcsunlative with Aclii.i Lilt- and Casualty, was recently awarded the professional in.'iin riiice di ^ignalion, Chartered Properly Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), al national conferment ccremonicf) in Boston, Mass. Jeff and his wife, Maureen, are residents of Drums, Pa. JOHN NOYAUS was recently married Io Susan Pierce. John serves in a management position with Jewekor. Inc. in Miami, Florida, where the couple resides. RICHARD N. JONES and Brenda Stauffer were recently married. The couple is residing in Pottsville, Pa., where Dick is employed at Penn­ sylvania National Bank and Trust, A son, Robert Alan, was bom on September 14,1979, to Alan and CYNTHIA FARMER SIEGFRIED. The couple also has a daughter, Kathryn Anne, 3, 1974 MICHAEL BREAKSTONE has been promoted regional manager for Bartolomeo Pio, Inc. of Glens.de Pa., a w ine and spirits■ brok«agehouSe. Mike recently had a role in theis College Theater productmn of -When You Coming Back, RRyder?" WINTER l®0 19 �as an Parris "ereL staff accountant with f acorp°r®te pOrated, and the }ewelcor’ gs aPt Larkmount Manor, Annual Homecoming In -''i .) S^pa- 1975 -c 9 ANDERS is a production or in the Heat Exchanger R“cJ,“do™ “th- with his '»• In Flymo Plymouth, wife1'’1®'16’ . ARMANDO received his by Robert Gaetano ’80 «'>'* h loUV and is employed by the HNDAB-HOLONIAlsan account- America for 1979 n of Law Schoo! on Notemb. )er GREGG COLLIER and Beth Dietrich were recently married. Greggi8 h ?™Ej?.yed territorial manager for Miroil Filters, a division Of I rocess Systems, Inc.. Allentown Pa., where the couple reside-; PAULETTE MICHAELS and Henry Wysocki, Jr. were recently wed Paulette is employed by Susque­ hanna Savings Association, and tin couple resides in Plains, Pa. A daughter, Jessica, was horn on April 20, 1979 to BRIAN and DOROTHY DEMKO SCHI.1ER '77 of Planlsville, Connecticut, where Brian is a certified public accountant oc°counting firm in Trenton, N.j. GARY KRATZ am! Mary Phillip . wer6 recently married. Gary is employed by Ruth Corporation of Wilkes-Barre, where the couple resides. 1976 DANIEL BABETSKI of 642 Fairfield Avenue, Kenilworth, New jersey, has been promoted to programming analyst in the computer system'; and services office of Prudential Insurance Company, Roseland. BARBARA LONG McHALE has been promoted to assistant editor of the publishing firm of Harcourt Brace and jovanovich. Barbara lives with her husband. William, in Manalapan, New Jersey. PETER ZUBRITZSKY received his Master of Education degree in guid­ ance and counseling psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, August 10,1979. Peter is presently employed as a learning and academic counselor at the .Allegheny County Community College in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. GARRy TAROLI was admitted to ’e Pennsylvania Bar Association on . c rj“er22,1979. Garv is currently "‘ “sociate in the Wilkes-Barre ’ p'v offlces of Rosenn, Jenkins and nNknx?1Q’andhf;;.......... -• KciaSn1131 DiStriCt Attorneys aDnnPHnIARCHETTI ■••as defnInrted t0 the Position of assistant College Students at Holy Cr°ss 1977 LON BAI.UM and his wife, Elaine, own and operate "Potter County K Country Ski Shop," a recreational activities etpiipmenl store, located in Coudersport, Pa. KATHY KABY ANELSMI and SANDRA SABBATINI have joined the Will eu <lollugn Nursing Depart meat faculty. Kathy, n candidate for a ma .tor's degree nt the University of Pennsylvania, In leaching part time in primary care, mid Sandra in serving mi a full-lime instructor for Level III. PANAYIOTIS KALARITIS and DEBORAH STEPHENS '711 were married at Western Maryland College on June 2,1979. The couple lives in St. Louis, Missouri, where Panos attends Washington Univer­ sity in a graduate chemistry program, and Debbi is employed by AT&T Longlines, LURICE ALEXANDER and Paul Mangelsdorf, HI, were recently married, Lurice is a customer information analyst with the Penn­ sylvania Gas and Water Company. The couple resides at South Grant Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. EUGENE MARINELLI was recently wed to Cheryl Allford. Eugene is a sales representative for Prudential Insurance Company, anc the coup ft is residing in Wyoming, Pa. RICHARD MUTARELLI was recently wed to Mary Parker Dick employed as assistant director o fiscal services at Munroe Memorial Hospital, Ocala, Florida, where the couple resides. .,A„ 1978 SBr.. ngersoll-Rand Company, and ... M fJv M'G0RM1CK and ROSE- S&ssik. Me re kevm is a student at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. ELAINE HARVILLA was recently wed to Paul Weaie. Elaine is a registered nurse al Mercy Hospital, Scranton. The couple resides in Wi-sl Pittston, Pa. ANTHONY SH1PULA and CHRISI INI-. HUDAK '77 were married on June 16,1979. Tony is a National Accounts analyst al the home office ol Aetna Lila and Casualty Com­ pany, Hartford, and the couple resides in New Britain, Connecticut. ELLEN MERTEN and TOM LUBAS were married on August 4,1979. Ellen is an accountant for Dow Jone-; Inc. in Princeton, and Tom is employed a-. a Biology teacher in the Kearney school district, The couple resides in Kearney, New Jersey. .MARIE BUIKUS and Gaise Lacek were recently married. Marie is an accountant with the Commonwealth Telephone Company, Dallas, Pa. SHARON GILLMAN and David Shipula were recently married. The couple resides in Kingston, Pa. SUSAN VOLOVICZ was recently wed to JOSEPH SHISKOWSKI. Susan is a registered medical tech­ nologist at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, and Joe is employed at Mercy Hospital also as a registered medical technologist. The couple resides in Wilkes-Barre. EILEEN GAZA and Peter Sartorio were recently married, and the couple is residing in Pittston, Pa. RICHARD MARKUNAS and MARI­ ANNE STEFANOWICZ 77 ,.e. ■ I where the couple resides. WINTER 1980 21 �1979 WILMA HURST has accepted a position on the public relations staff at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. ROSA KHALIFE is a fifth grade teacher at Saints Peter and Paul Elementary School, Plains, Pa. Rosa resides at 35 Murray Street, WilkesBarre, Pa. DAVID GULITUS has been pro­ moted to assistant trust officer at the United Penn Bank in WilkesBarre, Pa. U. S. Air Force 2nd LT. MARK A. DeFALCO has graduated from the Strategic Air Command's missile combat crew operational readiness training course at Vandenberg Air Force Base. MICHAEL TORBIK was recently wed to Melinda Granick. Mike is employed as an accountant with Management Alliance, Inc., and the couple resides in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. PAMELA J. LONG and James M. Miklosi were married August 18, 1979. Pam is an advertising representative for the Country Impressions Suburban News in Sweet Valley. The couple resides in Hunlock Creek, Pa. ELAINE GAUGHAN was recently wed to Michael Potsko. Elaine is employed by McDonald's Family Restaurants, Wilkes-Barre. The couple resides in Kingston, Pa. MARK NEYLON was recently wed to Helen Savinski. Mark is employed by Friedman Electric, and the couple resides in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. KAREN GLUSHEFSKI and Joseph Alberola were recently married. Karen is employed by Wilkes College. LINDA J. FERRARO and William Obremski were recently married. Linda is director of the Jenny-Lynn Ferraro Academy. SUSAN REED was recently wed to Robert Tomascik. EDWARD RZONCA and THEANNE MURATA '77 were married on May 26,1979. Ed is a third year student at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, and Theanne is a regis­ tered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit of Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio, where the couple resides. 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Farley wanted to give a gift to Wilkes, yet needed some assured income for his lifetime. He was glad to have the tax deductions generated by his gift. He also wished to set an example for many of us to follow. The Wilkes P.I.F. was the perfect instrument for all this and his beloved college benefitted in the long run. And it's the long run we are talking about. Making a will is future planning. Setting up a (rust is future planning. Taking part in a pooled income fund is future planning. Should you "future-plan?" Well, should you? Although many of you will be interested in becoming part of Wilkes's Pooled Income Fund very soon, it may nol be possible for others to give monies away now, even with the incentives mentioned and even with the pleasant thought of letting someone else, a qualified trustee, do this aspect of your financial management for you. But you can certainly plan ahead. You can even dream of putting that money into a specific scholarship fund or fellowship or laboratory. Dr. Farley preferred that his P.I.F. gift be unrestricted and yet the consideration of HOW you wish to help this institution, now or later, is another aspect of your own future planning. The reason you are beginning to hear more and more about life income plans such as pooled income funds, is that these kinds of charitable trusts were only established about 10 years ago. by the 1969 Tax Reform Act. Whether you are a Wilkes Pooled Income Fund prospect in the immediate or distant future, you should certainly understand what such funds are all about. And, no matter what you do or don't do about planned giving for Wilkes, you should definitely have a will. Do you? Is it up to date? If not, don't wait to read more about wills in a future Quarterly ... get thee to a lawyer. And, if you'd like to know more about our pooled income fund, please let us know via the coupon below. Pooled Income Funds and Wilkes College by Betsy li. Condron I've just rewritten this entire article. My first draft dealt with the nitty-gritties of the "medley of giving plans" Wilkes donors have avilable to them, mentioned in the last Quarterly. Then I attended a 3-day seminar in Washington D.C. given by John Brown' (10-11 hour work days - no sight of impressive monuments — no taste of record breaking warm December air — no Trader Vic's, but did I ever learn a lot!) . . . and I became even more convinced about the value of pooled income funds (P.I.F.), so I decided to share with you NOW some interesting information about Wilkes's fund. We are lucky to have one! Many of the seminar participants were just getting theirs off the ground. Dr. Farley, prescient here as in so many instances, set the wheels in motion and Wilkes' P.I.F. became official in 1971. In fad, Dr. Farley was its first contributor. He took some of his own assets and transferred them to Wilkes's fund receiving an income tax deduction the year he gave the gift. (Assets may be appreciated securities, cash or the cash surrender value of a life insurance policy.) Sometimes an estate tax deduction is available and if long-term properly is used to fund the gift, substantial savings in capital gains taxes are common. Some persons own low yield securities and when they are used as a P.I.F. gift, the donor's annual income will often increase. Then they may "unlock" themselves from those seemingly useless assets, which are then sold by the trustee and invested in the higher yield fund. If the donor were able to reinvest such assets for greater return in the Wilkes P.I.F., coupled with income and capital gains tax savings, increased income would certainly allow something extra special. The donor could take a trip, turn the heat up a degree, or even make a bigger annual gift to Wilkes. Neat! Dr. Farley received an income for life from his share of the units he owned in the P.I.F., which has recently averaged about 7% per year — pretty good earnings on top of the aforementioned advantages, and with no need to worry about money management either! If Mrs. Farley had been living at the time, he could have chosen to have her (or anyone else) be the income beneficiary for the remainder of her life. o 'We are delighted that John Brown, a top-notch planned giving expert and marvelous speaker, will give a Seminar here on May 6th. Wilkes and Wyoming Seminary are cosponsoring two seminars; the second will be held in the fall on the Seminary campus and will feature another well known person in the planned giving field. | I |! ), t When Dr. Farley died his share of the fund i was taken out and it automatically reverted to [ Wilkes which was, of course, the prime reason for the gift in the first place. Dr. < To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 I am interested in learning more about pooled income funds I wish to record that I have arranged for a bequest to Wilkes College name. address. phone date L 4LFMNI BULLETIN - �THE WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSC - - ON AT IF^WA DIRECT FROM WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON AIRPORT S.S. STATENDAM JULY 11 TO JULY 14, 1980 JUNE 28 TO JULY 5, 1980 INCLUDES: ★ Selected Cabin ★ All Meals and Entertainment ★ Special Parties ★ More Parties ★ Midnight Buffet ★ All Sports and Recreational Activities ★ Casino, Disco, Movies ★ All Tips and Taxes ★ Much Much More A Round Trip Transportation Package from Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton directly to the New York Pier Is available at a rate of only $29.00 per person. 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The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Winter 1980 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Winter 1980 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/c9c02611990679169668a918b842db20.pdf ee1184dee56da4d2e60f2dc05f13eeef PDF Text Text �lit 41c)61 VOlUme4. Nu| "4n>ber' editor Randallj.Xenak.s associate editor JaneE'Mangane||a alumnus editor I I ©©nn®^ y~-i> VW Richard Raspen contrlbuting stall 8 A Family of Friends by Jane Manganella 55 13 14 From Cotton to Cooking by RandyXenakis Rigley Research to Benefit Dolphins by Jane Manganella Commencement 1981 "What's in This For Me?” by Betsy B. Condron ALUMNUS Chronicle — 3 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Donald F. Carpenter. Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret. Trustee Emerita ^nF?mhardL'Faber'7'fusfeef™r,7a NEHRING TO HEAD NURSING DEPARTMENT conl'^tingptlologra0h Donald D. Carey Arthurs. Miller art director Jon Schaffer circulation Tanya Hallez '67 past four years, has headed the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Boise State University in Boise, Idaho. "I look forward to continuing the tradition of preparing expert nurses at Wilkes who can provide quality patient care to people in the Wilkes-Barre area as well as Northeastern Pennsylvania," said Nehring. "One of my goals is to prepare and educate nurses to be aware of the latest court decisions in the field of health care," she said. "In addition, I feel it is very important for nursing students to be sensitive to the patients’ rights movement, and conversant with health and the self-care health trend." Nehring has published numerous articles and papers and is currently working on her most recent book, Ethics in Nursing, She has been a speaker at both the Hawaii and Idaho state nursing conventions and the regional convention of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education in Nursing. She also served as consultant to the Idaho State Board of Nursing. The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. insertI Callery — 7 Sports Update — 9 OFFICERS William L. Conyngham. Chairman Richard M. Ross. Vice Chairman Mr aw-,r Umphred '52’ Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz. Secretary James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert D. Arenstein '68 Benjamin Badman 41 Edward W. Bixby. Jr.. M.D Mrs. Stanleys. Davies Louis D. Davis, Jr. '60 Mrs. Walter M. Diener 2 WLKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Betsy Ben condron Dana Morris '83 Edward White in Alexandra Ehret W. Carey Evans '41 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Robert L. Jones Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49 Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner, Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rh Arnold S. Rifkin Harold Rose. JrHon. Max Rosenn Eugene Roth 57 Luciana Surad ©©©“ ■50 The appointment of Dr. Virginia Nehring, RN, as chairperson for the Wilkes College Department of Nursing, has been announced by Wilkes President Robert S. Capin. “We are indeed fortunate to have someone of Dr. Nehring's background and qualifications to head our nursing program," said Capin following the announcement. "She will most certainly be a welcome member to our faculty.” Nehring received her BSN from the University of Bridgeport, her MSN from the Yale University School of Nursing and completed her doctoral course work at Boston University’s School of Nursing. Former faculty member at Yale University, Nehring has served as Director of Nursing at Hawaii Community College and, for the 503 Wilkes students received degrees on May 17 as the College conducted its 34th Annual Commencement at Ralston Field. Several distinguished guests who participated in the ceremonies included (left to right): The Honorable Max Rosenn, Judge U.S. Court of Appeals; The Honorable A. Leon Higginbotham, Judge U.S. Court of Appeals and Commencement Speaker; Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Dean of Academic Affairs at Wilkes; Congressman James Nelligan, 11th Congressional District; Wilkes President Robert S. Capin; and Mrs. Max Aronoff, who accepted a posthumous Doctor of Humane Letters in her husband's memory. More stories and photos inside. SUMMER 1981 3 �WILKES COLLEGE ROTC DETACHMENT COMMISSIONS NINE I Artists rendering of new residen^ NEW RESIDENCE HALL PLAN UNVEILED In an official announcement made on Wednesday. February 25. i President Robert S. Capm said that the College plans to build a new residence hall which will house 205 students and be ready for occupancy in August of 1982. The new facility, which will cost m excess of S3 million, will be located on the corner of South River and Northampton Streets in Wilkes-Barre. "The new facility is necessary if the College is to maintain its enrollment in the future, said Capin at the press conference. "Many of our present housing facilities are very old and extremely costly to maintain. The new residence hall will give us the flexibility we need while, at the same time, enabling us to use our energy resources more efficiently and productively," he said. In addition to the campus housing currently available to Wilkes students, the College has, over the past several years, had to house some of its resident students in the Sterling Inn Towne in Wilkes-Barre. "While the Sterling has benefited us in the past we cannot depend on its availability in the future,” Capin said. "Our new residence hall will make it possible for us to bring the students who are currently in the Sterling back on to the main campus, benefiting both the students and the College," he said. The 205-bed, four-story structure will also enable the College to move some of its resident students out of buildings which are becoming cost-prohibitive to maintain. The new facility is designed for energy efficiency and low-cost maintenance. Scheduled to begin this summer construction of the residence hall' 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY will complete an extensive campaign by Wilkes to beautify and preserve the South River Street area between Northampton and South Streets. Over the past few years the College has refurbished and preserved such landmark buildings as Kirby Hall, Chase Hall, Bedford Hall and the Conyngham Student Center. The Stark Learning Center and the Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House also add charm and beauty to that section of the campus and the city. In a continuing commitment to preserve and maintain historic preservation, the College will incorporate the Conyngham ‘Facade’ (remains of the Conyngham House destroyed by fire in 1968) into the architectural design of the new facility. In addition, the College will preserve several Copper Beech Trees which have long been a landmark on the South River Street Causeway. In commenting on the new campus addition, Wilkes College Dean of Management Dr. Andrew Shaw saia "construction of the new residence hall is another endorsement of faith that Wilkes has in the city and the community. The facility will help to stimulate the local economy by providing much-needed jobs at a time when there is extensive unemployment in the area." Shaw also said that the residence hall will help attract new students to the area as well as educational conference and seminar groups helping to stimulate the local economic base. Mr. Donald Sanderson, architect with the Wilkes-Barre architectural firm of Pyros and Sanderson, said the architectural design of the new residence hall will "maintain the cornice lines and features of adjacent buildings which will assure that the building blends naturally with its setting.” The fully air-conditioned facility will consist of approximately 55,000 square feet of floor space and will be of red-brick construction. of the Oath of Office, Commissioning and Presentation of Gold Bars. Shown following the ceremony are Lieutenants Michael Angley, Richard J. Gaetano. Joseph Pelchar, John W. Dykes, Bernard Krappa, Jr., Thomas W. Godowsky, Kathy Kollar. Stanley E. Jones, and Barbara J. Aponick. ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS in Washington, D.C. in 1976. The Wilkes-Barre resident is a member of the Wyoming Valley United Way and Executive Board Member of the Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis Club. He is active in the American Red Cross and former vice president of the Pennsylvania Association of Municipal Transportation Authorities. Dr. Joseph Lord received the Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award presented to an alumnus(a) who epitomizes the characteristics of an educated person. Lord attended Wilkes from 1933-35 when the College began as Bucknell University Junior College. He received his B.A. in 1937 and, in 1946, was accepted for graduate study by the Department of Social Relations in Harvard's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Since the early 1950s Lord has served as Chief Psychologist and Director of Psychological Training in the internationally-recognized Boston Children's Hospital Medical Center, the pediatric teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. Lord, who has had numerous publications appear in the American Journal of Orthopsychiatry and the Journal of the American Academy of Child Psychiatry, has served as a Clinical Associate at Boston University and is a Fellow in the Massachusetts Psychological Association, the American Psychological Association and the American Orthopsychiatric Association. Both Keiper and Lord were selected for the awards by the National Alumni Executive Committee. Mr. Stephen A. Keiper. Executive Director of the Luzerne County Transportation Authority, and Dr. Joseph P. Lord. Chief Psychologist and Director of Psychological Training at Boston Children's Hospital Medical Center were the recipients of annual Wilkes College alumni awards presented at commencement exercises for the Wilkes Class of 1981. f evv Shaw, Dean of Management, look on. Prior to commencement exercises for the Class of 1981, the Wilkes ROTC Detachment commissioned nine officers at ceremonies held in the Schaeffer Lecture Hall of the Stark Learning Center. The impressive event included the presentation of the Distinguished Graduate Certificate, Administration Keiper, a 1972 graduate of Wilkes, received the Distinguished Young Alumnus Award for best exemplifying the traditions of Wilkes College. Those long-standing traditions include vision, understanding of people, maintenance of convictions and loyalty, respect for differences, and adherence to ideals that create unity and good will amidst diversity. A native of Hazleton, Keiper holds an M.B.A. from Wilkes and co-authored a paper on energy conservation which was presented at the Annual Meeting of the National Research Council, Transportation Research Board U.S. COURT OF APPEALS CIRCUIT JUDGE TELLS WILKES CLASS OF 1981 THAT WE MUST ALL STAND UP FOR THE DOWNTRODDEN Delivering his commencement address to an audience of over 4.500 people. The Honorable Judge A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr., Circuit Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals in Philadelphia, told members of the Wilkes College Class of 1981 that "we must all stand up for the downtrodden and that we who are learned must plead for the rights of those whom society may call dumb." Referring to a theme which was developed by Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist slave and a superman of his time. Higginbotham referred to Douglass’ answer back in 1852 when he was asked what the role of a free negro should be. He replied, "To stand up for the downtrodden, to open my mouth for the dumb and to remember those in bonds as if bound with them." "One hundred and twenty-nine years later," said Higginbotham, "Douglass' theme is a relevant message for all 1981 College graduates. "In our own way, we who are privileged must stand up for the downtrodden; we who are learned must plead for the rights of those whom society may call dumb — for most are not intellectually deficient, but their abilities have been thwarted by an inadequate educational system or an insensitive environment. We must do this, in Douglass’ words, ’as (if) bound with them.’ "As we witness the steady decline of our cities, as we feel the polarization, as we hear the rhetoric SUMMER 1981 5 �Following his address Higginbotham received = of hatred, as we see skilled Wheai tenan farm will get adequate [“ uh care live in a decent home h6d receive a quality education. Ihese goals at home must become a NEW FINANCIAL AID DIRECTOR NAMED our society-whatever Ae.r race tocontroHnflation while at the same ttoie°escalating justice and dignity to our nation. We need dreamers who can imagine an improved criminal justice system so that our streets will be safer and our correctional system will rehabilitate. We need courageous men and . women who recognize that a society is hypocritical and woefully inadequate if it makes venal condemnation of riots in the ghetto but fails to keep its own house in order at the executive mansions of our cities, states, and nation, or at the seats of our schools, Courts, or businesses. "At home and abroad we must support and exemplify the values of peace, love, dignity, and respect symbolized by Martin Luther King, Jr. and Pope John Paul II, both of whom were victims of violence Wilkes President Robert S. Capin though they served as apostles of has announced the appointment of peace. We must pray for, work for, Rachael L. Lohman to the position and dream of a world which Martin of Director of Financial Aid at Luther King described as a planet the College. Lohman replaces Lindtla where 'people everywhere can have Giordano, who will join the Wilkes three meals a day for their bodies, Education Department as a member education and culture for their of the faculty. minds, and dignity, equality and Ms. Lohman received a B.S. freedom for their spirits’." degree in Business Education from Wilkes College in 1971 and a Master of Education degree with a specialization in Business Education from Bloomsburg State College in 1979. Prior to her appointment at Wilkes, Ms. Lohman served as Director of Student Services and Registrar for the Wilkes-Barre Center of Lackawanna Junior College, Scranton. Her duties included responsibility for the Office of Financial Aid. The Wilkes-Barre native, between 1974 and 1976 served as Dean of Students and Instructor at the Wilkes-Barre Business College. In her capacity as Dean of Students, she was responsible for the Financial Aid Office there. She has also worked extensively in the area of admissions at both acuity and administration and Lackawanna Junior College and Wilkes-Barre Business College. EreOvenJerfOrtheyear-end President Capin stated, "We are delighted lo have Ms. Lohman as our Wond°r^0n the Picturesque new director, she brings with her an in-depth knowledge of all aspects o financial aid. We also are very pleased to welcome back Ms. Giordano as a member of the Education Faculty." religion or national origin - must oe touded-Only then will many move from potential to accomplishment, from rhetoric to attainment, an from disillusionment to hope. “These goals and these challenges which I raise are not pipe dreams, they are possible. This country was not built by a group of cynics who felt that the best days were m the past and that the future had no hope. When Franklin, Jefferson. Washington and Madison met to write the Declaration of Independence, they were dreamers for a better America and a better society. The greatest men in our society always will be those who say we love our country not merely for what it was, not merely for what it is, but that we love it most of all for the dreams we can some day make real. “We need you to be a part of the dreamers of America to hitch your dreams with efforts for a better tomorrow. We need leaders who can help right the wrongs while continuing the good and the most noble ideals of our society. We need dreamers who believe that the most affluent nation in the world can ™d™-danceheldat THE WOODLANDS A highlight in the festivities of ^dua(1°n week for the Class of 1981 was the Annual President’s The dinner-dance brings graduating seniors, members of the 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY HONORARY DEGREE AWARDED POSTHUMOUSLY TO FOUNDER OF THE CURTIS STRING QUARTET When the late Max Aronoff was nominated for a special award by the Pennsylvania State Council on the Arts, the Council said of him. “Max Aronoff was raised and trained in Pennsylvania and spent his entire musical career here as a performer and teacher. The founder of the first internationally-acclaimed American Trained string quartet. The Curtis String Quartet, Aronoff was a major factor in the development of a wide-spread audience for chamber music, heretofore an esoteric art known only to professional musicians and serious amateurs." ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent addressatyour home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. On Sunday, May 17, Max Aronoff was posthumously awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree from Wilkes College. Mrs. Aronoff was present to receive the honor. “It is indeed a pleasure for us to honor today a man who has thegSilllkM^ The summer calendar of events for the Sordoni Art Gallery includes a showing of works from the permanent collection and two trips abroad called "Tours a la Carte” which will allow art lovers to explore the artistry of past centuries. From June 28 to July 31, the Gallery will present Works from the Permanent Collection. The works will represent a variety of styles and periods from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century, During August, the Gallery will be closed to allow time for renovation and will re-open in the Fall. The first of the two trips begins August 31 and will continue through September 14. The Lord of the Vikings trip will take tourists done so much for the cultural advancement of our State and Nation,” said Wilkes President Robert S. Capin. “His knowledge and love of music, which inspired the founding of the New School of Music, has left an enriching legacy for future generations.” W /J1 to Norway with special visits to museums and markets. The trip is being sponsored by the Brandywine River Museum. Friends of the Museum of Art of Pennsylvania State University, and the Sordoni Art Gallery. Between September 29 and October 7, Impressionism in France — Trail of Monet, as this unique trip is entitled, will take art lovers on tours and visits to sites inside and outside of Paris which inspired the Impressionist Movement. The trip is sponsored by the Brandywine River Museum and the Sordoni Art Gallery. For more information concerning the summer schedule of events, contact Cara Berryman at the Sordoni Art Gallery. The Butler Society The Wilkes campus provided the happy setting in June for the annual reunion of the descendants of Zebulon Butler. The festive occasion brought together over 75 persons whose genealogy traces back to a man who made an indelible mark on the history of the Wyoming Valley. Zebulon Butler came to the Valley from Connecticut in 1769 and is among four early settlers credited with bringing law and order to the early settlements. Among the many descendant-, at the North American Region meeting were: Mr. Charle Butler M.B.E. Marquis of Ormonde: Sidney Butler, chairman of the North American Region of the Butler Society John Lord Butler, Jr : and Lord Dunbojne of London. SUMMER 1981 7 �A Family of Friends By: Jane Hanganella The Wilkes College family is always pleased to welcome new members and especially pleased when it can add an entire family of five to its ranks. Featured on this month's cover are Joseph and Anne Marie Cries and their children Colleen, Maurita, and Joseph, Jr., all of whom have attended, or are currently attending, Wilkes College. Joseph, Sr., holds a degree in English. He has been in radio and television for the past several years, serving twenty-five of those years as Station Manager and Sports Director for station WERE, and currently he fills the same position for the newly-formed station WKRZ. Joe is entirely positive about Wilkes, both as a former student and as a parent. 0^ October 30-31, November 1 Fun, Food, Frolics, and Fellowship Watch for special mailer but reserve the weekend NOW! 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY "Wilkes has more than fulfilled every standard, and I recommend it to everyone." Joe has also been the voice of the Colonels for most of Wilkes football and basketball games broadcast over the last 15 years. Anne Marie, noiv working as a Library Media Specialist for the Dallas (Pennsylvania) School District, attended Wilkes on a part-time basis when her children were elementary-school age. "Our experiences (Joe's and mine) as students at Wilkes probably influenced the children, but we didn't choose for them. They were given the option to choose for themselves. After looking at all the local colleges, they chose Wilkes, and we re glad they did." Colleen, who graduated in May with a degree in Accounting, states emphatically, "Wilkes gave me four of the best years of my life!" Colleen gave Wilkes a lot in return. She was an active participant in everything concerning student life, serving as a president of her junior <•’ member of Theta I --------Delta Rho Sorority, co-captain of th, the captain of majorettes and a national a, ™da "ationak winner as a member of the 7ard team. Colleen has been hir.: Uebate be. e recently by the Hew York ’eg accounting firm of Arthur Andersen and Company. Maurita and Joseph have both chosen Business Administration as a major and seem to be following in Colleen s footst. active students on campus.:ePs as Maurita is a member of commute, council, a past president of Theta Delta Rho, and co-captain of the Wilkes College Strutters. Joseph who just completed his freshman year, is a member of commuter council, and on the staff of WCLfi the Wilkes radio station. Both Maurita and Joe, Jr., assist Joe, Sr., when he broadcasts sports events for WKRZ. All five members of the Cries family are warmly welcomed to the ever-growing Wilkes College Family membership. 7lai*. a 5 <7 < 7X3 1933 WILKES COLLEGE • WILKES-BARRE » PENNSYLVANIA 18766 The masthead above will bring back memories of an earlier publication from which the title "The Wilkes College Alum­ nus" was taken. Those Alumni who received the quarterly publication prior to the '70's remember that the official title was the "Alumnus" and was for the most part, an Alumni publication. With the growth and ex­ pansion of the College during the past decade, the publication has become the Col­ lege magazine called the "Quarterly" and was distributed to a much broader consti­ tuency than had been the case. Over the past several months, a number of suggestions have been received from Alumni which indicate that an increased emphasis should be placed on campus news that would be of particular interest to Alumni and on class notes: those little tidbits that tell what classmates have been doing and noting changes in family, employment, or residence. To gather the latter information, the Alumni Office sent to all members the three-part "Update Cards," asking that one be filed im­ mediately and the other two held until a change occurred. The response to that request for informa­ tion has been just great! The office has already received over 1,000 cards from Alumni updating the information in our files and giving us plenty of data for a full class notes section. We received so many cards, in fact, that we decided to include only about half in this issue of the "Alumnus." We tried to list those items that include the most recent changes; the balance of the update cards will be held for the next issue, when they will be published along with those arriving too late for this issue. We are sure you will agree that the follow­ ing section of class notes makes for some very interesting reading. But also keep in mind that the only way that the Alumni Office can continue to publish such a wealth of class notes is for us to receive Update Cards from you. So if you have not sent in a card yet, please do so now. Your friends and classmates are interested in what you are do­ ing and where you are — in addition, the Of­ fice has been able to obtain some current ad­ dresses that were completely new to us, thus increasing our efficiency back here on cam­ pus. In other words, you can help us all by sending in a card today. Please send all information regarding mar­ riages, births, promotions, employment changes, and address changes to the Office of Alumni Relations, Wilkes College, WilkesBarre, PA 18766. 1939 DOROTHY (SMAILES) NUTT has retired as of June 15, 1981, and will relocate to Exeter, NH. We wish Dorothy our best for a happy and productive life of leisure and include a little bit of envy too. 1940 MARY ELIZABETH (SCHWAGER) BURNAFORD is a part-time typist in the Pharmacy Department of a drug store. Betty and her husband William reside in Lancaster, PA. CHARLES F. E. TEMPLETON has asked us to correct his second initial, noting that after 32 years as "Charles R." he feels entitled to a correction. We’re sorry for the delay, Charles, and promise to get it right this time. Charles resides in West Islip on Long Island. 1942 JAMES and OLIVE (THOMAS) PEARN wrote to us from their home in Emmaus, PA where James is a sales engineer with the Fuller Company and Olive teaches in the East Penn School District. Congratulations on your two granddaughters born in October 1980 and January 1981. ROBERT ROVINSKI retired on February 29, 1980. He had been section head of the satellite structures section al the spacecraft technology center with the Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C. Robert and his wife Helen now reside in Allentown, PA. 1944 ETHEL (FARLEY) DOUGLASS is Secretary of the Liv­ ing Word Community in Springfield, PA. She resides in Chester, PA. JANET (POST) PHILLIPS is Director of Marketing with Maternal and Family Health Services in Kingston, PA. Janet received an MS from Temple in 1970 and an MPA from Marywood College in 1975. She resides in Trucksville, PA. 1948 ROBERT T. MIKULEWICZ will retire in June 1981 after 32 years of teaching, with his last assignment as an Instructor of Journalism and Director of the Nev/s Bureau of Yavapai College in Prescott, AZ. Robert earned the M.Ed. from the University of Colorado and a Masters in Journalism from Berkeley. MARINO RUGGERE is a Quality Assurance Represen­ tative with the Defense Contracts Administration, current­ ly assigned to ITT in Easton. Marino notes that his life is rather uneventful, but with memberships in the American Society for Quality Control, the American Federation of Government Employees, a Masonic Lodge, the Reading Stamp Collectors Club and the UNICO Service Club, it sounds like a rather hectic situation. Marino lives in Shill­ ington, PA. HELEN DAVIDSON’ SIEGEL is currently enrolled in the Masters program at Wayne University and expects to receive her degree in Marriage Counseling in August 1981. Helen resides in Birmingham, MI with her husband Robert. 1949 GEORGE J. SHINALY retired from General Electric and as a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, and VOL. 1, NO. 1 established a special industrial engineering consulting service in the New Britain, CT area. George was President of the Economics Club here at Wilkes. RICHARD H. WIDMAN will retire in June 1981 from his teaching position in the Business Department at Wellsville, NY. Richard received his MS from Alfred in 1966. 1950 GRANT H. BARLOW is a Senior Research Associate with the Michael Reese Research Foundation in Chicago. Grant and his wife Marion recently moved to Lake Forest, IL L. ARLENE (PLETCHER) GARFIELD will receive the BS in Biological Science degree from Empire State College. She is a Head Laboratory Technician with Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, NY. She resides in Endwell, NY with her husband Joseph. 1951 DR. PETER COREY was elected President of WilkesBarre General Hospital's medical staff and will serve as the staff's chief administrative officer. He and his wife Ann are parents of four children. DR. CHARLES F. JACKSON has recently been in­ ducted into the Chapels Legion of Honor. His name will become a permanent part of the Chapel of Four Chaplains record. Dr. Jackson is on the staff of the School District of Philadelphia. 1952 RICHARD F. LAUX was recently promoted to Presi­ dent and Chief Executive Officer of the United Penn Bank here in Wilkes-Barre. Dick received his MA in Manage­ ment from Florida Stale. DR. ROBERT J. SHEMO, D.D.S. will serve as general chairman for the slate-wide convention of the Penn­ sylvania Dental Association to be held in Philadelphia. This is another fine example of the leadership roles played by Wilkes Alumni in so many community and professional organizations. 1953 EARLE BARRALL is retired from his teaching career and is now residing in Bakersfield, CA. RICHARD E. WILLIAMS is Chief Engineer of the Gas & Water Distribution Division of Pennsylvania Gas & Water Company. Richard went on to Brown and received •the B.S. degree in Civil Engineering in 1956. He and his wife Joan are parents of three children — Bruce, a student at Wilkes, Darrell, a student at Penn State, and Loren, at home. 1954 HAROLD H. COOK is regional Sales Manager with the National Gypsum Company and lives in Dallas, PA, with his wife Lois and son Gregg, a 1980 Wilkes graduate and daughter Bonnie, currently in high school. DR. THOMAS E. KELLY is an Associate Professor of French with the Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures of Purdue University. Thomas earned the Ph.D. in 1968 from Berkeley, was the recipient of a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship, and has just received an Eli Lilly Endowment Faculty Fellowship to work on develop- ALUMNUS 1 �ing American cross-'xllural P^^^tatniclional other languages. He wiB be worta^ Chinese for 1955 niCHARD L BUNN is Vice-President of the gas utility dirision of the UGI Corporation and haads risSaK&gt O Joan for her help as our repress tative. HELEN (KOELSCH) NIELSEN received an MA m Human Development from Fairleigh-Dickinson University in 1978 and has relocated to San Anselmo, CA after a twoyear sabbatical with her husband Hans and their teenagers during which they sailed their family sailboat to Europe and back and visited 15 countries enroute. Where do we sign up for tours, Helen? 1956 ROBERT V. LYNCH is director of Sales for the eastern United States with Gibson, Inc., a division of Norlin Music. Robert earned the B.S. in Music Education at Wilkes, and now resides in Worthington, OH. ALLAN and SHERRY (WASSERSTROM) ROSENBERG reside m in Wheeling, Allan EllDLIlU iCOlUt niiLviuif,, WV, ■< where ----------- -------illy joined West Liberty Stale College recent.; w as an Associate _____ t ___ —ka ;«■ in Arlinnrf Prnfp«nF Professor of Economics - he is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Steubenville and Director of the Regents BA Degree Program. Sherry, '58, is a fifth-grade teacher with the Ohio County Schools system. ANTHONY (TONY) SCARANTINO is Vice-President and a Senior Account Executive with Finance America Private Brands, Inc. in Allentown, PA. Tony and his wife Shirley have four children and reside in Allentown. SAMUEL R. SHUGAR, of Geneva, IL received an M.S. in Marketing from Northern Illinois University in May, 1980. Our latest information shows that Samuel is a Sales Consulting Manager with Western Electric and is listed in Who's Who in the Midwest — congratulations! 1957 CHARLES R. ABATE received the MBA degree from Wilkes in 1977 and is Business Manager here at the Col­ lege. Charles and his wife Lois are parents of four sons, each of whom attended the College. In between an im­ proving golf game, Charles earned the designation Cer­ tified Purchasing Agent. WILLIAM JACOBSON is Production Control manager with the Okonite Company. Bill and his wife Sylvia reside in Cranbury, children juui Jodi uuu and Jtll. Jeff. J' NJ J with ....... — JAMES A. PALEY___________ is a state mediator with _ .mu the mt Bureau uuicau nf the th» State Department n=__ ___ . _r off Mediation of of rLabor and. .In­ dustry; James lives in Kingston, PA. 1958 LEONARD V. GALLICK passed the Pennsylvania state brokers examination in February, 1981, and is an As­ sociate Broker with Jones Real Estate in Muncy, PA. Leon­ ard earned an M.S. degree from the University of Scran­ ton, and resides with his wife, Anne Marie in Muncy. DR. ANDREW SHAW, Dean of Management al Wilkes College, was informed that his biography will be included in the 18th Edition of Who's Who in the East. Andy and his wife Vi reside in Dallas with their three children. Daughter Linda just completed her freshman year here at the College. JAMES J. WILLIAMS reports a new position as Equal 2 ALUMNUS family! 1959 nR RONALD T. GAUTREAU is an Associate Pro'Sute'in Newark, NJ. He lessor’with the New " "Schaum's Outline in recently co-authored the book translated into Modern Physics" which hasis dI3 alsoo been 1 Ronald and wife Joan reside French, Spanish, and Haban. E..... in Rahway, NJ. . ■nSm is>s Vice-President for EDWARD S. KOZLOWSKI Medical, Inc. He earned the Manufacturing of Burron resides in Bethlehem, PA. _ ~ and MARY [ANCHEL] SABEL -.— ihas a new position as Sales Representative with Country Heritage Real Estate, in East Stroudsburg, PA. Mary resides in Milford, PA. CHARLES A. SORBER was named Associate Dean for the College of Engineering in the University of Texas at El Paso in September 1980. Charles earned the MS al Penn State and the Ph.D. at University of Texas at Austin, both in Engineering. He and his wife Linda reside in Austin TX. 1961 DR. ROBERT L. CHEW is a senior specialist, Distributed Systems Planning with Honeywell Informa■’ Systems, p in lion in Waltham, MA. Robert holds an MS in Science from Stanford and the Ed.D, in Computer "Sri.... —----Management from the University of.HeMassachusetts. ’ifh hi? resides in Tnneftolri Topsfield U-with his wifp wife Sallv. Sally. RAYMOND S. LITMAN was recently promoted to Vice-President with Manufacturers Hanover Trust Com­ pany. Raymond holds several listings in Who's Who publications, and was awarded lifetime membership in the Internationa! Association of Credit Card Investigators for the services he performed for the organization. He resides in Plymouth Meeting, PA. American Society for Health Training, and will serve as one 0H *7 Edu<Stin ASHET's Graduate Thesis/Dissertai „ l'Ve ’•d wish Rick, his wife Linda, and chnd?(Com"’i|t^w relocale from Miami to Lakeland " °ur **st a al1 as they 1963 ERWIN F.GUETIG was married l0 AARON G. and JANICE IMACDONALni are residmg m Berw.ck, PA with their chdd ' HASTIF and Suzanne. Janice, '63, is a School Nnr< Aar»n P wick Area Schools, and Aaron is Pastor nr .c Wllh lhe Be, Presbyterian Church, also in Berwick he Firsl unihM REGINA (RITZ1E) HOELSCHER and x Wilfred reside in Bakersfield, CA with n?" hust»nd Karen and Janet. Janet was bom on Iu|v i Liters earned an MA from Penn State, and ha7b m o' Programmer with Cal Slate. cen a c°mputer WILLIAM MENEELEY, CMDR., U S N named to command the Texas Naval Ira” ■Vy’1,35 N.26, the Tigers. He and his wife Cath^^ JERRY and ROWENA (SIMMS) MOHN , -a Houston, TX where Jerry is President of Ma„,“ Resources, Inc., and serves on several board. ?clure« Calabrian International Corp., Chemall ' ‘as the Calabrian-Cuproquim, S.A., of Mexico terrvi * and known Io Region XII Alumni as their Rrei0IM*sj wellPresident on the National Alumni Executive Cm, i will be in touch with area graduates in the n£ vuuijjuivi 1962 FLORENCE (GALLAGHER) BISCHOF is the Director of Music Ministry at Ohio Dominican College in Colum­ bus, OH. She and her husband Charles are parents of two children and also reside in Columbus. RICHARD BONA was recently named Assistant Treasurer of Kowecki Berylco Industry, Inc. of Reading, PA. He resides in Whitfield, Reading. WILBUR N. DOTTER is an Associate Professor at Montgomery College, Takotna Park, MD. He holds the MST degree from Rutgers University and resides in Silver Spring, MD with his wife Mary and children Margaret and William. (RUNDLE) --------— DOUGLAS is an rwjuviaiv Associate ____ o- °f Chica —...w-J8j0 W.’ cm. She vallitu earned uu MS MS degree degree from from Boston Boston University in in 1067 1967, an,! and resides an in Chicago with her husband Walter. ROBERT L. EVANS announce the birth of their third son, Steven on April 8, 1980, joining brothers Robert and Sean. Robert is Vice-President for Marketing of radio sta­ tion WYZZ-FM here in Wilkes-Barre. The Evans family resides in Hanover Hills. RAYMOND J. NUTAITIS, of Tempe, AZ is a realtor­ _____ , *Cuipc. nay earned a Master associate with Century 21 in Tempe. Ray earned a Master °f Mllrir Music HdepcP “ fram »Eastman of Music and taught of TTDO —«"School • a* Wilkes before moving to the Sun Belt, DR. DAVID S. and JOAN (PITNEY) PETERS reside in Tenafly, NJ. David holds the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Portland and is cofounder and Director of Clinical Services of the Institute tor Counseling and Psychotheray ' _ n MARGARET nr organize an alumni get-togelher in the Houston area STEPHEN E. PHILLIPS has been named Project Coordinator of CAHN, Inc. of Forty Fort, PA. Sleph ' earned an MA from Bloomsburg (PA) State College in Mav 1980 and resides in Wanamie, PA. DR. PATRICIA V. ROSSI has been named Director of the Department of Pediatrics at Wilkes-Barre's General Hospital. She and her husband Al reside in Bear Creek Village and are the parents of three sons. JAMES W. WALTERS assumed a new position as Director of Financial Planning with Boslilch Textron in East Greenwich, Rl. James holds an MS-BA degree from Bucknell, and he and his wife Jane announce the birth of their first child, Matthew James, on August 4, 1980. The Walters reside in Coventry, RI. 1964 ARLENE (COHEN) GORDON is now a social worker with the Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield, CT. She received an MA degree from lhe University of Bridgeport in May, 1980, and is married to Dr. Leonard Gordon. They reside in Easlon, CT. JOAN (HAND) DUPKANICK gave birth to a son Christopher William, on December 22, 1980. Joan is a teacher in the Union-Endicott (NY) Central Schoo District. She and her husband William also have,a daughter Rebecca Lynne, age 2, and reside in Vestal,, WENDELIN (DOMBOSKI) MOBERG has a new posi­ tion as Instructor of Nursing at Triton College, Riv“ reside in Grove, IL. Wendelin and her husband Clarence ret Chicago. , ROBERT O. MYERS is department chairman ai teacher in the Mathematics Department at Linda e■ j High School, Glen Bumie, MD. Robert and s Maralyn just gave birth to their first child, s . March 13, 1981 - congratulations! Robert holds an degree from George Washington University, a Myers reside in Arnold, MD. . |e CAROL (PLONNER) SAVONA received her Cerri^ - n—- • "mnlnvmpnl Of the ™th™^ d r35 re Pennsbury High School in Fairless Hills, PA. Keith holds a Masters degree in Math from Temple University, and lives in Yardley, PA with his wife Florence. Son Mark is a Junior at the Coast Guard Academy and son Scott is a freshman at the Naval Academy. A real "All-American" y appointed Chairman Florida- Rick- we all k^ow Gen<Ml H°SpilaI “ MiddIe Scho°L EliMbeth- NJ- been elected --ice. He has also committee for the With RCA in Rockville, MD. Louis is married to to a select national , xnrf former Margaret Whyte and they reside in Zionsville, MD with a daughter Christa and a son Marc. 1965 NELLO AUGUSTINE is the Coordinator of Outpatient Psychiatric Services with the Luzerne-Wyoming County Mental Health Center. Nello and his wife Maryann reside in Plains, PA with a son Michael. Congratulations to BARRY J. HARTZELL on his January 1, 1981 promotion to Vice-President and General Manager for the eastern division of Safeguard Business Systems in Fort Washington, PA. Barry’ and his wife Janet have two sons and reside in Souderton, PA. LESLIE (TOBIAS) JENKINS received the AS degree in Graphic Arts from the University of Hawaii in May 1980. She and her husband, JAMES, '65, reside in Mililani Town, HI with their daughter Karen Leah. JOHN J. LEVANDOSKI was recently promoted to pro­ fessional territory manager of the Health Care Division of Johnson & Johnson Co. John was made a member of the company’s Ring Club, one of the highest sales honors given by the Division, and was also awarded the grand award winner of a trip for two to Rio deJaneiro. John and his wife Elaine reside in Bowie, MD with their two daughters. CARL J. MISSAL is now a Supervising Principal with the Groton (CT) Board of Education. Carl earned an MS in Education from Eastern Connecticut College and a 6th Year Certificate of Educational Administration from the University of Hartford. He and his wife Patricia reside in Oakdale, CT with their four children. DONALD W. UNGEMAN is an Associate General Counsel with the Johns-Manville Corporation in Denver, CO. Don received the JD degree from Villanova Univers­ ity and has been named to Who's Who in American Law. Don resides in Littleton, CO with his wife Marie and sons David and Joseph. SUSAN (WEIGEL) YOUNG is a Speech/Language Assistant at the Etna Elementary School. She and husband Craig reside in Etna, CA with children Ian and Felicity. 1966 SANDRA (WOOLF) BAUMAN is a reading tutor. San­ dra received the MS from Lehigh University in 1968, while husband MARK, '67, earned the Ph.D. in History from Emory University. Mark is an Assistant Professor at the Atlanta Junior College. The Baumans reside in EJlenwood, GA with sons Peter and Joel. R. JACKSON BERKEY is a musician with American Gramaphone Records in Omaha, NB, where he just had two solo albums of piano music released — he is also ac­ tive in writing choral music. Jackson and his wife Almeda reside in Omaha. FORREST J. EICHMANN is Director of Music at A. P. Schalick High School in Elmer, NJ. Forrest and his wife Donna reside in Woodstown, NJ with their four children: Kristen, Shannon, Lauren, and Steven. RAYMOND D. FREY, of Dallas, PA is Regional Manager for the Kitchenaid Division of the Hobart Cor­ poration, based in Kansas City. DONALD A. PAHLS (MS in Physics) is a Senior engineer, Field Support with the Electronic Components Division in Allentown, PA. Don is a 1959 graduate of Penn State University and resides in Allentown with his wife Betty, a registered nurse, and their two daughters. F. CHARLES PETRILLO has been winning his share of elections recently. He was elected to the Board of Direc­ tors of Wyoming Historical and Geological Society, and Secretary-Treasurer of Harvey's Lake Historical Society. Inc. In May 1981, Chuck was also elected to the Board of the Greater Wyoming Valley Chapter of the College Alum­ ni Association. Chuck holds the JD degree from Dickinson College of Law and is Executive Director of the Luzerne county Legal Services. Mrs. Petrillo, the former MARION BOYLE, '70, received an MA from Duquesne University and was a part-time Instructor at the Luzerne County Community College. The Petrillos reside in Wilkes-Bane with their son Matthew. DR. SARAH (BUTLER LEONARD) RICHARDSON is an Associate Ichthyologist with the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, MS. Sally earned the Ph.D. in 1972 from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, College of William and Mary. She has published numerous writings in the areas of fish taxonomy, ichthyoplankton, and life history studies of fishes, and is married to Michael, a Biological Oceanographer. They reside in Bay St. Louis, MS. Congratulations to DR. NORMAN STROJNY who earned his Ph.D. from Rutgers University in May, 1981. Norman is an analytical chemist/Methods Development Pharmaceuticals with Hoffmann laRoche in Nutley, NJ. ALLAN D. WICHSTE1N updated his file by telling us of the birth of a daughter Amy in May, 1979. Allan is a Systems Analyst with Hornblowcr-Weeks in New York Ci­ ty. Wife Barbara is an elementary school music teacher, and the Wicksteins reside in West Merrick, NY. NEIL MILLAR was promoted last year to General S Supervisor of the Financial Department of the General ’ Motors Assembly Division in Wilmington, DE. Neil and \wife Bonnie reside in Landenberg, PA with their two t daughters. BARRY M. MILLER is presently a broker associate in a Denver Realty Company and is part owner of MCM ( Construction, a building and remodeling concern. Wilkes students were very impressed with Barry at the recent Cir­ cle K convention in Pittsburgh, which Barry attended. JUDITH A. MISTICHELLI has coedited a bibliography entitled "Technology and Values in American Civilization: A Guide to Information Sources." She has also published several bibliographic guides, journal articles, and reviews, and co-authored "Beyond Technics" and "Jules Verne: A Guide to Science Fiction." HARRY G. and ALICE (PANOWICZ) MORGAN reside in Jacksonville, FL where Hany is a Senior Engineer with Offshore Power Systems. He received Masters Degrees from Drexel in Mathematics and from Penn in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics. The Morgans have two children, Brian and Kristy. DANIEL R. PRICE earned the MS degree from the University of Scranton, and is a Social Studies teacher with the Windsor (NY) Central Schools. Dan won a Freedom Foundation Scholarship in 1980, and is a member of the Board of Trustees of the United Methodist Church of Windsor. Dan and his wife Carolyn have two children. GORDON ROBERTS has been commissioned to con­ duct the Schuylkill Area District Choral Festival. He is director of music at Elm Park Church, Scranton, PA, and entertains regularly on Sunday evenings at many Pocono Mountain resorts. JEAN (COOK) SPANARELLI is a Business Instructor at the Luzerne County Community College in Nanticoke, PA and also works with the Displaced Homemakers Pro­ gram. Jean and her family reside in Mountaintop. WINDSOR S. THOMAS is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology at the State University of Nev/ York at Utica. He and his wife Barbara reside in Rome, NY with their two children. WAYNE P. and CAROLYN (OBERZUT) YETTER reside in Mechanicsville, PA, where Wayne is director of Marketing Economics and Development with Merck Sharp & Dohme, a division of Merck & Co. Wayne and Carolyn, '69, have twins John and Jenny born in 1972, and Michael, born November 3, 1980. 1967 JOSEPH BRILLINGER is a lawyer in private practice in Norwich, NY. Joe and his wife Kathleen have one daughter, Amy Elizabeth. SALVATORE A. BUFALINO is a Lead Engineer with McDonnell Douglas Corporation in St. Louis, MO. Salvatore earned a B.S. from Virginia Tech in 1969 and an MS from the University of Missouri in 1980. He and his wife Cathrene have three children and reside in Maryland Heights, MO. MICHAEL CURILLA is a business teacher al JFK High School in Willingboro, NJ. Mike and his wife Barbara have three children, Timothy, Nancy, and Michael. LEONA (SOKASH) DUFOUR is also a teacher at the Carmel Central School in Carmel, NY. She and her hus­ band George live in Carmel with son George and daughter Alexandra. MARILYN L. GOODMAN teaches in the Groton (CT) public schools. Marilyn earned the MS degree in Psychological Examining from Southern Connecticut State College and resides in Mystic. SYLVIA (CARSTENSEN) HUBER resides in Athens, GA with her husband Albert and children Christina, Wen­ dy, and Laural. Sylvia is a Rehabilitation Specialist with International Rehabilitation and holds the M.Ed. degree from the University of Georgia, 1980. EDITH ANN (MILLER) KACHURAK is an Instructor at the Northampton County Area Community College. She received the MA from the University of Scranton in 1975 and resides in Bethlehem with her husband Joseph and children Rachel, 6, and Joseph, Jr., born June 22, 1980. RICHARD L. KRAMER is an Accountant with Laventhol & Horwalh here in Wilkes-Barre, and is also VicePresident of Luzerne County Youth Services Commission. Rich and his wife Ruth live in Forty Fort with daughter Rebecca. NORMAN H. KRESGE resides in Whitney Point, NY, where he teaches in the Central School. His wife Andrea is also an elementary Teacher. Norm earned advanced degrees in Economics at SUNY Binghamton and in Educa­ tion at SUNY Brockport, and has taken additional courses at Marywood College in Scranton. MARTHA (THOMPSON) KVORTEK resides in East Brunswick, NJ with husband Albert and children Eric, Rosanne, and Andrew. Martha used the update card to ask■ us to correct the spelling of her married name, which we: had incorrect since 1968. Sorry, Martha. JUDITH (NOYLE) LANE is a Certified Rehabilitation! Counselor and has a private practice in Center Valley, PA. Judy and her husband James announced the birth of a son James II on March 13, 1981. RICHARD F. MASCIARELLA is employed as an Economist GS-110-5 with the Bureau of Labor Statistics Office and resides in Philadelphia. EVELYN (MORENKO) MATELSKI earned an MS degree in Business & Office Education from Rutgers University. She was a buyer for the Bell Telephone Com­ pany, and resides in Edison, NJ with husband Leon. 1968 JUDY (SIMONSON) ARENSTEIN was recently pro­ moted to Staff Manager-Marketing with AT&T Long Lines in Bedminister, NJ. Judy, our National Alumni Association President, gave birth to a daughter, Amy Sue on August 5, 1980. The Arenstein gals reside with husband and dad Bob, a practicing attorney, in Short Hills, NJ. JUDITH E. BEYER received her Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin in 1979, and is now an Assis­ tant Professor in the Graduate Program of Pediatric Nurs­ ing at the University of Virginia at Charlottesville. STEPHEN BOSCH, an attorney, is the Deputy City So­ licitor for the City of Philadelphia. He resides in the City of Brotherly Love. DONALD and KATHLEEN (HAY) BOHL reside in Berwick, PA, where Don is a Sales Representative with the Zeiser Vault Company of Nescopeck. The Bohls (Kathleen graduated from Wilkes in 1970) have three children, Erin. Tyson, and Justin, who was born January 5, 1981. LCDR. ROGER D. BREWER is a cryptologist with the Naval Air Force, and serves with the Navy's Atlantic Fleet out of Norfolk, VA. Roger resides in Virginia Beach with his wife Barbara and children Janesse and Jason. JOYCE (CHRISTIAN) DETTER resides in Silverdale WA with husband Gary and daughters Elizabeth and Rebecca. Rebecca was bom on April 8, 1981. NANCY (NOTERMAN) DOWNING and husband Thomas announce the birth of a son, Thomas Joseph on ALUMNUS 3 �■ EILEEN (LUFF) SHOEMAKFo ,. the College. The Belluccis reside in Rer freshman ^A'^nd daughter Lisa. , Conyngham wi |rKENHEAD is a laboratory CHRISTINE IF ?H «)B>RK^Hosp.tal s supervisor al the e now 8, and the family resides^ o" Jan,«. taN DR. ROBERT M. SMITH is a "d M> h reside ;n Dallas, PA, SUZANNE SWENSKI was mw-. "X'- REV DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK was recently ap. j | tLe Board of Directors of Herkimer ( tae children, Dawn, Dale, and David. GEORGE (MATT) MORAN resides m Lancaster, PA with wife Jacquelyn and daughter Jennifer. Matt is with Fiberfill Division of Dart Industnes. Inc. NICHOLAS S. REYNOLDS and wife Libby announce the birth of daughter Nicole on June 15, 1980, joining Elizabeth and Courtney in lhe Reynolds family. Nick earn ed lhe ID degree at George Washington University and is a partner in the Washingion law Firm of Debevoise and Liberman. The Reynolds live in Alexandria. VA. MYRNA (BRODBECK) SCHAEFER gave birth to a daughter Renee on April 7,1981. Myrna leaches English at Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre and received an MA from the University of Scranton. She resides in Pittston, PA, with husband Lawrence and number one daughter Stephanie. JOHN E SHELDON is a Senior Engineer with Raytheon of Bedford, MA. John earned an MEE degree from the University of Delaware and resides in Nashua, NH with wife Mary Jane and daughter Vicki. MICHAEL D. and REGINA (BELDEN) SMITH reside in Pleasanton, CA where Michael is manufacturing manager with the Diablo Systems Division of Xerox. He and Regina, '67, have two sons, Timothy and David. CARL SPONENBERG is chairman of the Music Department of Big Spring School District in Newville, PA. Carl earned the M.M. degree from the Eastman School and resides in Shippensburg, PA, with wife Jean and daughters Krista and Becky. WILLIAM and NANCY (WANCZYK) STINGER reside in Marion IN, where William is now manager of operations - paperware with the St. Regis Paper Com­ pany. He is in charge of paperware factories in Marion, IN; Pryor, OK; and Taylor, PA. William earned the MBA from Widener University in 1979, and he and Nancy, '69, have a son Eric. DR. DAVID A. THOMAS was recently made chief resi­ dent of Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. David earned the MA and Ph.D. degrees from Temple and the DO from lhe Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Congratulations to ARTHUR H. TREVETHAN, who received the MBA degree from the University of Dayton in May, 1981. Arthur and wife Cheryl live in Delaware OH with son Arthur R. and daughter Elizabeth ^MandNANCYjFRUSHONJWOLPEresidein family is now residing in Wilkes SHARON G. TELBAN earned a M degree in Nursing from the Penn Slale n of Mathematics a from (he Unjveraly oj ^“K^Ses with bis wife Kay and their birth to lheir first child. Bethany Jane, on January 31, 1980. They are residing in Plymouth, PA. DR. THOMAS F. KELLY, our Dean of External Affairs at Wilkes, is serving on the Boards of the American Red Cross and the United Rehabilitation Services. He earned the MA in Economics from Lehigh and the Ph D. from Cornell and resides with wife Nancy Kay and children Christopher and Cynthia Kay in Mountaintop, PA. WILLIAM J. LAYDEN is currently with lhe Bendix Guidance Systems Division of Bendix Corporation in Teterboro, NJ. Bill and his family reside in Nutley, NJ. WILLIAM LEANDRI was recently promoted to vicepresident with lhe Wyoming National Bank of WilkesBarre. Bill also earned the MBA from Wilkes in 1976 and resides wilh wife Paula and daughters Holly and Mandy in Forty Fort, PA. ROSALIE (DEMKO) MUROSKI is a Lecturer in Sociolog)' at the Wilkes-Barre campus of lhe Penn State University. She holds an MA from the University of Hawaii and resides in Plymouth, PA, wilh husband Michael. MARTIN NAPARSTECK of Dallas, PA, is fasl becom­ ing an accomplished author. He won a crealive writing award from lhe Book-of-the-Month Club and was a co­ winner of a Freedoms Foundation award for a newspaper series. His novel "War Song" was published in March 1980, and he has also published numerous magazine ar­ ticles. Martin, who is also an Adjunct Professor of Jour­ nalism here at Wilkes, and wife Ruth Anne have one son, Taft. ANDREA L. PETRASEK is a supervisor/group worker with the Child Development Council of Northeastern Pen­ nsylvania. Andrea earned an MA from Penn State and is a member of the Executive Council of the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Alumni Association. She resides in Kingston, PA. ROBERT W. REYNOLDS is a teacher at the Casady ■School in Oklahoma City, OK. He and his wife Gail have Itwo daughters, Julie and Rebecca. Robert earned an MS ‘degree at the University of Oklahoma and an M.Ed. degree ‘al Central State University. The Reynolds reside in (Oklahoma City. EstaliM Sailboats with TOM WILLIAMS, '69, locaWhere intte oty. Best of luck with this new ventie. DavW Ala8^?' u°KE announces the birth of a son, ------ •«<« nil, UULU UI d oUIl, °" 23' 1981' "bert received ... BARBARA (TALKOWSKI) BELLUCCI is currently in Center of Reading Hospital. He and . uiiiuj 1 laeuLc Reading, a alumnus he;a “ ™kes-Barre. Barbara's and reside in " Edu«lion her® EDWARD G. ZACKO is a teacher ana r ' fessional musician. He holds a Master's a ee'lanc'Pro Education from Mansfield Stale Coll(.(,,.dCEr?e Musk Spring Valley, NY, with his wife EHen ' r“idtt in sons Nicholas and George Alexander. ,.V!?™A |T!,0M.AS] R'NEHIMER is assistant direci^^ in Nanticoke, PA. She Md huSband Ed'™d -side in Mountaintop. ” gram at l_o„ husband Joseph lives in Avoca, PA. °f Scie„ 1970 EARL J. BALLIET is on the technical « « Laboratories. He and wife Carol reside in BiaTh fu”ZS^SS^s:^i He and his wife Joan have two Sen Christopher, and reside in Newington, CT ’ anii ANDREW J. CASPER is in a new position as ih wastewater treatment plant superintendent for Borough of Berwick, PA. Andrew also leaches for the p? nsylvania Department of Community Affairs in lhe area f wastewater treatment. He resides in Plymouth PA wi his wife Lee and their two children. DR. MARY (KAISER) DYBOWSKI is supervisor of the separations group with the DuPont Company in Wilm­ ington, DE. She earned the Ph.D. in 1976 from Villanova University, and currently lives in Newark, DE, wilh hus­ band Cecil. DONALD E. GOOD received an MA in Education and the Master of Divinity degree from Liberty Baptist Seminary. Don lives in Lynchburg, VA. KENNETH GORDON is a chemist with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration in Philadelphia. Ken's wife Karen gave birth to their first child, Jill Nancy, on May 10,1980. PAULA (GILBERT) GRAY gave birth to a daughter, Debbie, on April 30, 1980. Paula and husband Daniel and other child Darrah live in South River, NJ. TRUDIE (CARLE) KERTULIS announces the birth of a son, Jon Ellis, on December 18, 1980. Trudie is a mental retardation case manager at the Children's Service Center here in Wilkes-Barre. She, husband Robert, and daughter Michele live in Swoyersville, PA. JOAN (LATSKO) KOZICH gave birth to a daughter. Kara, on December 15, 1980. Joan, husband Robert, an Kara reside in Plains, PA. VIRGINIA (LARSON) SCHOFIELD earned the degree in Music from Trenton State College. She ano husband John now reside in Pleasantville, NJ. J. DAVID LOMBARDI was recently senior vice president of the First National more, PA. He, his wife Patricia, and son co 1 (COM- announce the birth of a daughter, Amy y ' r^ct, 20, 1980. Bob is a teacher in the Pennndge Scho Perkasie, PA. .p(.v were THOMAS and LINDA (PHILLIPS) OF supervise married on October 21, 1578. Tom IS engineer - optical properties measureme c[ioral Optical Glass, Inc., of Duryea, PA, while ^1 director and band director for the Berw c ^es, District. Tom also earned the MS in Phys rograni and Linda is currently enrolled in the Educatio here. The Orsecks reside in Plymouth, rn- CAPT. WALTER P- PETROFSKI is an Air Launched r Missile Curriculum Development Manager, Offen• Avionics System for the USAF Strategic Air Comsived at carswell AFB in Texas. Walter and his wife u^nmarie have two children, Amy and Jason, and reside "eFort Worth, TX. DR. JOSEPH R. PUTPRUSH has been named ociate pathologist at the NPW Medical Center in Plains, PA Joe earned the MD degree from Temple University School of Medicine in 1976, completed four years of esidency training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA, and recently pass­ el the American Board of Pathology examination. He resides in Plains with his wife Barbara. KATHRYN M. REESE and William Kupstas were recently married. Kathryn is employed at Easton Hospital, and they will reside in Bethlehem, PA. ROBIN L. RENNINGER and wife Sandra announce the birth of their third child, Jodi Lee, on March 14,1981, joining sisters Kimberly and Tamera. Robin teaches high school instrumental music in the Haddon Heights (NJ) schools. The Renningers reside in Maple Shade, NJ. LOUISE (RICCI) ROOD gave birth to a son Christopher on May 13, 1980. Louise and husband Donald have another son, Thomas, born in 1978. Louise also earn­ ed MS degree in Education from Wilkes in 1974. The Roods reside in Pittston, PA. PATRICIA (SRNA) REGAN gave birth to a son, Bren­ dan David, on September 9, 1980. She holds a Master's degree from the University of Florida. She, husband Edards, and first son Kevin reside in Gainesville, FL. SANDRA (CARDONI) TIMKO resides in Plains, PA, with husband Ronald and children Ronald, Jr. and daughter Dina. LINDA (WALKER) MACK gave birth to a son on August 14, 1980. She and husband Clarence also have another son, Matthew. Linda is a kindergarten teacher in the Mahonoy Area (PA) School District, and the Macks reside in Barnesville, PA. LEA GINA WHITE has accepted a new position as a vocational counselor with the Hartford (CT) Area Training Center. She is also working on her MSW degree at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Gina resides in East Hartford. FRANCES (JASIULEWICZ) YOUNGBLOOD is living in Wilkes-Barre with husband Thomas and son Tommy. Frances earned the Master's degree in Chemistry Educa­ tion at the University of Scranton. 1971 DANIEL L. ALTERS was recently promoted to opera­ tions chief with the Pennsylvania Department of En­ vironmental Resources, Williamsport, PA. Dan and his wife, SHIRLEY (KNAUTZ), live in South Williamsport and have a son Daniel F. and a daughter Jennifer Lynn. Shirley '72, is a Chemist at the Williamsport Hospital. MADGE (BRESLOF) ALTHOUSE is a senior contract negotiator with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. She has received advanced specialization in govern­ ment contract management at UCLA in 1979. Midge and her husband William reside in Pasadena. RUSSELL C. BAYNE has been promoted to vice presi­ dent for employee relations and personnel with the Armour-Dial Company, in which capacity he will manage the personnel and employee relations departments and employee training and development at the company's nine facilities. Congratulations, Russell. Russ and his wife, LIN­ DA (PHILLIPS) '71, reside in Phoenix, AZ. CHRISTINE (HINCKEN) BLOOM is a teacher of English at Haddonfield (NJ) High School. She, husband Thomas, and son Timothy reside in Somerdale, NJ. SANDRA (PERKOSKI) BRADBURY is a data process­ ing teacher at the West-Side Vocational-Technical School in Pringle, PA. She and husband Louis have two children, Tara and Joseph, and reside in Dallas, PA. STEPHAN N. BRANDO is a recruiter/screener for the AFL/CIO Job Corps center at Nanticoke, PA. Stephan lives in Mountaintop with his wife Gwen and son Vincent. T* |ROTHER1 BURLONE was right MARY ANN (KUNEY) L1PKA has a new position as a hospital consultant with Blue Cross of Northeastern Penn­ sylvania. Mary Ann and her husband David were married in May, 1980, and reside in Plymouth, PA. JANET (LUSSI) MATTHEWS announces the birth of a w?th Phand reid“ in Anderson, SC, daughter, Elizabeth Anne, on May 9, 1980. She earned an v.ith husband Dominick, and daughters Karen and M.Ed. degree from Penn State, and resides in Maryville, Suzanne. Thanks for the update, Joyce Ann. TN, with her husband William. MARTIN M. CEBULA received the MS degree in GEORGE J. MATZ is now a communications consul­ “X T-B1°™sbur8 Stale College m December, tant with the Continental Telephone Company of Penn­ , “art“ 15 an a,r pollution specialist with the Bureau sylvania, of Hershey. George and wife Jean Ellen are of Air Quality Control of the Department of Environmen­ residing in Palmyra, PA. tal Resources, and resides in Hazleton with his wife Diane. SUSAN McDONNELL is national sales manager for the JOHN P. CHERUNDOLO is now an associate manage­ NBC affiliate KXAS in Fort Worth, TX. Susan currently ment consultant with CACI, Inc., of Mechanicsburg, PA. lives in Dallas, TX. He earned his MBA from Penn State and resides in JEANETTE (ABRAHAM) ROPPA and her husband Mechanicsburg with his wife Donna and their son John Phillip have moved to Larksville, PA. Jeanette was a Marcus. teacher in the Wilkes-Barre School District. SUSAN (STANIORSK1) DAVIS gave birth to a son, JACOB SCHULTZ is a salesman with the Eastern Penn­ William Joseph, on March 7, 1980. Susan and her family sylvania Supply Company here in Wilkes-Barre. Jack and reside in Warrior Run, PA. his wife Pat announce the birth of their first child, Erin, on MARY (DEMKO) ERNEST is now residing in Fort March 11, 1981. Erin weighed in at 6 pounds, 7 ounces, Lewis, WA, with husband Franklin and children Michael and measured 20 inches long. Best wishes to Jack and and Laura. Pat!!! RONALD and PATRICIA (MORAN) FEDOR are SHARON (FORLENZA) STEVENS earned the MS residing in Waterford, CT, where Ron is manager of a degree from the University of Maryland and is an assistant restaurant and Patricia '74, teaches in the Groton School professor in our Nursing Department here at Wilkes. District. They have one son, Michael, born October 19, Sharon and her husband John were married October 18, 1980. 1980, and reside in Wilkes-Bane. BONNIE (ARENA) GAMBLE gave birth to a son. ROBERT J, VIGNOLI is a teacher at Green Brook Michael Adam, on November 30, 1980. She and her hus­ High School in New Jersey. Bob's wife Krystyna gave band Richard live in Wilmington, DE, where Bonnie is a birth to a son, Michael, on December 21, 1980; the family supervisor for lhe Bureau of Juvenile Corrections. resides in Somerset, NJ. MAUREEN (KLAPROTH) GARC1A-PONS is presi­ CANDICE (CATES) ZIENTEK is in her second year of dent of a newly-formed non-profit corporation, the Dance coaching the women's field hockey team at the University Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania. She is also the of Michigan at Ann Arbor. She is also a staff member of assistant editor of the women's page for the Scranton the U.S. Olympic Field Hockey Training and Development Tribune. Maureen and her husband Jorge reside in Program, and was a player in the 1979 and 1980 National Moscow, PA. Tournaments. She and her husband Stanley reside in Ypsi­ MARION (BUCHEK) GRAHAM gave birth to a son, lanti, MI. Ryan Robert, on May 7, 1980. Marion, husband Robert, 1972 and daughter Stephanie live in Mechanicsburg, PA. CAROL ICELAND) AREND is a teacher at St. John's JOHN M. HALLIDAY has recently been named con­ School, Houston, TX. Carol and her husband Robert re­ troller of the New Brunswick Development Corporation. side in Houston. John resides in Parlin, NJ, with his wife DIANE PIZONT ROBERT M. BABSKIE is director of inpatient services '70, and sons John and Mark. of the Hazleton-Nanticoke MH/MR center. Robert earned CLARENCE HOFFNER announces the birth of a an MA from Marywood College, and he and his wife Janet daughter, Frances, on August 18, 1980. Clarence and wife reside in Sugar Notch, PA. Mary reside in Pittston, PA, JANE (WHEELER) BASILE is reference librarian at NELSON W. JOHNSON is a research scientist with the Montana State University at Bozeman. She holds an MLS Toxicology Department of Burroughs Welcome Co. in degree from Villanova University and resides at Bozeman, North Carolina. Nelson and wife JoAnn have three MT, with her husband Michael and son Benjamin. children, Aubrey 6, Carissa 5, and Kristen — bom on PAUL T. BROOKS is a sales manager with the Doyle December 18, 1980. The Johnsons reside in Cary, NC. Pharmaceutical Company of Minneapolis. Paul and his JOANN (KONDEK) KATUNA gave birth to a daughter, wife Frances have two sons, Paul T. age 3, and Peter, born Cara, on July 12,1980. They and husband Elliot reside in June 11,1980. They reside in Nutley, NJ. Shavertown, PA. ALICE (BUDZELEK) KLINK resides in Bethlehem, PA WILLIAM M. KAYE was promoted to Assistant Dean with her husband John and their son, David. of Students at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric BRYCE BURGESS is now terminal manager of the Tuc­ Medicine in Philadelphia. He is a member of the American son, AZ, facility of Roadway Express. Bryce and his wife Personnel and Guidance Association, the American Col­ Irene live in Tucson. lege Personnel Association, and the Association of College ROSE (DITCHKUS) DALE is manager of the critical and University Housing Officers. Bill is listed in lhe 1980 care-bum center of Allentown-Sacred Heart Hospital. International Who's Who in Community Service and Rose, her husband Allan, and daughter Jessica reside in was named to Outstanding Young Men in America for Emmaus, PA. 1981. Congratulations to ERIC B. DAVENPORT, who received GEORGE and BARBARA (ROMAN) KNEZEK are his MS degree from James Madison University in Decem­ residing in Ocean. NJ, where George is division credit ber 1980. Eric is corporate controller of Klockner-Pentamanager for Amerada Hess Corporation and Barbara form­ plast of America, Inc., of Gordonsville, VA. He resides in ed Business: Writing Dynamics and gives business Somerset, VA, with his wife Jean and sons Eric, Jr. and seminars on writing effectively. George holds an MBA John. Eric alos teaches part-time in the accounting depart­ from Monmouth College, while Barbara holds a master s ment of Piedmont (VA) Community College. degree in English Education from Rutgers. GRETCHEN (WINFIELD) FOLKMAN is office DR. STEPHEN T. KOSAGE, a member of lhe science manager of Polyfusion, Inc., of Buffalo, NY. Gretchen and faculty at Keystone Junior College in La Plume, PA, has her husband Ronald live in Lancaster, NY. been named the new chairman of the Math, Engineering, JUDITH S. FRIED is a teacher in the Wilkes- Barre and Science Department at Keystone. He and his wife Area School District. She also earned an MS degree from Patricia have three children and reside in Blakely, PA. jssx-.'sx'isassj" ij ALUMNUS 5 �Wilkes-Barre. Leo and his wife Joan Ann are residing in Wilkes in 1976. Judith resides in Wilkes-Barre. Shickshinny. PA. about lhe DAVID A. FURMAN, formerly of Louisiana, has re­ CARLTON E. PHILLIPS sends^ located to Savannah, GA. Dave, as soon as you send us up­ v.valrt°f Eltrta and lhe Phillips reside in Harnsdated information, we will let other Alumni know whal ™dpA X ^bmther Breit Carlton is an accounyou are now doing in Savannah. tantwith lhe Department of General Services. BARBARA (DEMKO) GARCIA had a very busy Spring of 1980. On March 12, she gave birth to a daughter, Jo­ LINDA (BURKHARDT) anna Michele. On May 9, she was awarded the MS degree in Aerospace Science from East Carolina University, an then a week later on May 16, she was promoted to Captain in the U.S. Army Reserve. Congratulations on all three events, Barbara. She and husband Juan are living in Fay­ etteville, NC. FREAS L. HESS III was graduated from the Chubb In­ stitute for Computer Technology in September 1980, and is now a computer programmer with Public Service Elec­ Farmington, NM. tric & Gas of Newark, NJ. Freas and his wife, PATRICIA (VOLPE),73, reside in Convent Station, NJ, with their daughter, Laurie May. Walter in Bloomsbury, NJ. IVAN and DOROTHY (WEBB) HOYT announce the CYRUS O. SMITH and wife Katherine announce the birth of their first child, Ethan Ivan, on January 26, 1981. birth of their second child, Cyrus 0., II, on April 9 1981 Ivan is an art instructor with the Crestwood School Dis­ joining sister Katy, now almost 3 years old. Cyrus s trict in Mountaintop, PA, and Dorothy is a caseworker teacher of English and reading m the Wyoming Valley with the Family Service Association of Wyoming Valley. West School District, and the family resides in Edwards­ The Hoyts reside at Wapwallopen, PA. ville, PA. MICHAEL T. HUGHES is the Assistant to the Vice BRENT S. SPIEGEL is a computer systems analyst President for Campus Life at Stockton State College in with the Fleet Material Support Office in Mechanicsburg. Pomona, NJ. Mike earned the MA from Glassboro State He holds an MA in Industrial Relations from St. Francis College in 1980, and resides in Ventnor, NJ with his wife College and resides in Camp Hill, PA, with his wife Mary Linda and sons Michael and Sean. STANLEY R. KOLLY is president of S. Robert Kolly As­ Alice. DEMETRIA (DEAKOS) TARUD is also a systems an­ sociates, Inc., a world-wide advertising agency. Stanley earned the MS from Wilkes in 1972, and resides in Wap­ alyst, with Hazleton Tech Services in that city. Demelria, wallopen, PA. her husband Solomon, and their one-year-old daughter Di­ JOSEPH W. KOVELESKI is a computer specialist with ana reside in Hazleton, PA. the Navy Fleet Material Support Office in Mechanicsburg, ENID (SULLUM) TOPE is now living in Allentown, PA. He and his wife Patricia announce the birth of their PA, with husband Alan and son Adam. Enid earned lhe first bom, a daughter Erin Marie on January 18, 1980. MS in Counseling from the University of Scranton and has They reside in Mechanicsburg. become active in several service groups in the Allentown PAMELA (KRAKOWSKI) LAWSON is a teacher- aide area. with the Luzerne Intermediate Unit in Kingston, PA. She DEBORAH (BERTI) WALSH is a caseworker with the and husband James reside in White Haven, PA. PA Department of Public Welfare in Wilkes-Barre. Debbie DONNA M. LEMKE is executive director of the New resides in West Pittston with her husband Joseph W. and Jersey Special Olympics, Inc., located at Montclair State their son Joseph. III. College in New Jersey. Donna and her husband, John F. 1973 Fritz, III, reside in Ringoes, NJ. SANDRA (HUGHES) ANSELL is an elementary JAN LOKUTA, of Dupont, PA, was good enough to take teacher, and a good one, in the Hanover Green School of the time to let us know that he disagreed with the recent the Hanover Area School District. Sandra and husband decision of the College to raze some structures on South Craig reside in Hanover Township. River Street and East Northampton Street. But while we RICHARD BERKHEISER is a proprietor of the Tee to may disagree on this, Jan, all of us here at the College Green Golf Shop in Berwick, PA. Richard is married, and want you and the Alumni to know that we are interested he and his wife Janice live in Bloomsburg, PA. in your thoughts and your feelings, and when you commu­ MARY BRANIGAN is a resource room specialist at nicate them to us in the Office, we will see that they are George Washington High School and resides in Philadel­ passed on to the proper individuals. So whether you ap­ phia, PA. prove or disapprove of what the College is doing, let us hear from you! DIANE (CHISARICK) BRENNAN is a teacher with the Dallas School District. She and husband Frank have JEAN (MAZIARZ) LYNN is a teacher with the Scranton two children, Timothy, age 2, and Patrick, just going on 2 (PA) School District. She and her husband John reside in the Electric City. years old. The Brennans are residing in Shavertown, PA. JOSEPHINE (SCHIFAN0) FINLAYSON is teaching in LOUIS A. MAZZA and Margaret Alleman were married on May 17, 1980. Louis received the MBA degree in the Groton (CT) Public Schools at the Cutler Junior High Accounting from Penn State University, and our most cur­ School. Josie resides in Mystic with husband George and rent information shows that Louis is an accountant with son Daniel and daughter Nicole Marie. Those folks in Re­ the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. gion VI know Josephine as the Regional Vice President of the national Alumni Association. EILEEN M. MORROW has been promoted to assistant manager with the Bucknell University Bookstore in Lewis­ DfANA (GREGORY) FINSTAD is a staff programmer burg, PA. Eileen started with the Bookstore as a book with Allstate tn Northbrook, IL. Diana had a daughter buyer in 1974 and is working her way up the ladder there. Ann Irene tn July, 1980, and lives with husband Ronald in Wheeling, IL. Along the way, she also earned an MA from Bucknell and also studied through management seminars of the National JOEL FISCHMAN is now the stage manager of the Association of College Stores. Pennsylvania Ballet Company based in Philadelphia. His GRACE (RICHIE) OSTRUM and husband Matthew are Perf„rieMeS ?' lhe frothy Dickson Darte Center for the owners-operators of their own tractor-trailer rig for I.R.L. Lines. Grace passed the necessary state and federal exam­ inations in 1980. The Ostrums reside in Dallas, PA. LEO C. PETROSKI is an audit officer with the Data Processing Department of the United Penn Bank here in E-txas1- herTaXW *X1J: 6 ALUMNUS “ * Sch°o1'as a stude"' ddren Belh Md Sco"' a?cs 3 1 re- MARGARET (MUTARELLI) FRAIND te Crestwood School District at Mountaintop paS lhe and husband Stanley reside in Berwick, PA * ^ar8aret fnishing and collecting antiques. She also has a love ° 'ess restoring furniture and teaching restoration small bus10 husband Alan have two children, ,ecbt°5,UTand Robert, 2. 101 ocf’iM iDRUGACHI BARTO is a sales analyst with N0Rb she earned an MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson MeldlS<:'des in Montclair, NJ, with husband Raymond. “’d.'niPTTE (LOEFFLAD) BENT received her MPA f Marywood College in May, 1981. She and husband ROBERT D. GENNARO has a new posit* ager of financial reporting for Eller & Co in p°n 35 rnaudale, FL. Bob and wife Claire reside in Davie Fl* Lauder‘ DR. ROBERT and SUSAN (PEZZNERI cm n are residing in Riverdale, NY, where Robert is dent in general surgery at the Montefiore Hosnim'¥ Fesi* ical Center of the Albert Einstein College of M -^ed’ the Bronx. He and Susan, 74, have two children age 4, and Benjamin who will be 1 on June 17, OnDR. JOSEPH GRILLI has been promoted tn administrator of Wilkes-Barre's Mercy Hospital i assis,ant an MPA from Penn State in 1974 and an MPa f °eearned University in 1977. His doctorate is also (rom°M Nova 1980, and he received the Certificate in Health Aa tration from St. Louis University in 1981. ioe " .,.dn,lnishis wife Diane and son Christopher who was bn ' ” Wil11 uary 9,1981, in Plains, PA. uoraOnJan. ^inY COUP is an instructor of nursing at the Williamsrt Hospital- Judy also resides in that city. ^iaMES W. McGRATH earned the M.Ed. degree in J Kno Psychology from Temple University and is a enicei^counselor with the Camden (NJ) Youth y°“ • es Hiswife, MAUREEN (KENNEDY), '74, received FA in reading from Glassboro State College in May, 1981. The McGraths reside in Lindenwold. NJ. SUSAN (McKEEVER) MUTH is a laboratory-medical technologist al the Nesbitt Memorial Hospital in Kingston, PA She resides in Wilkes-Barre with husband John and daughter Michelle, 4. C JULIE MORSE is in a new position as bookkeeper for United for Progress of Denver, CO. She has an MA in Theater from the University of Denver and is currently working on the Ph.D. KAM1LLE WARKALA is teaching in the fifth grade of the Wilson School District, West Lawn, PA. She resides in Wyomissing, PA. DEBORAH (BOYER) WEBSTER holds an MS degree from Marywood College and teaches remedial math with the Luzerne Intermediate Unit. She and husband Steven reside in Reeders, PA. FREDERICK A. WILLIAMS is a psychologist with the Salvation Army Facilities in Hawaii. Frederick earned the M.Ed. at Temple and is now enrolled in the Ph.D. pro­ gram in Psychology at the University of Hawaii. He and his wife Julia reside in Honolulu. JAMES V. YANORA is a material control analyst with Air Products & Chemicals, Inc., at Trexlertown, PA. Jim resides in Bethlehem, PA. MARGARET (WALIGORSKY) HUGHES is now , •. ing in Covington, PA. She and husband Anthnnv S'd' married on September 27, 1980. Were NORMA (ROPER) KEENEY is living in Middlelow PA, where husband Ronald is an aircraft technician Th' Keeneys have two children, Michelle, who will be 3 1/ summer, and Sharon, who was just 1. Norma also fa substitute teaching in the Middletown Area School 0° trict. Is’ PATRICIA (KEATING) KEIGHTLEY gave birth to son, Mark Patrick, on December 18, 1980; number one son, Brian Charles, is now three. Patricia and husband Charles and family reside in Springfield, VA. EDWARD KOCIOLEK is the proprietor of D.J.'s Cut­ ting, in Pittston, PA. Ed and wife Bernice have one child Dustin, who was born September 20, 1980. The family re­ sides in Dupont, PA. MARY-BETH KORUTZ is now the art director at the Jewish Community Center here in Wilkes-Barre. She is a resident of this city. SHARON (HUMBLE) NARDONE is teaching in the in­ termediate grades of the Dallas (PA.) Area School District. She and husband FRANK, 71, have one daughter, Heather, 4, and reside in Pittston, PA. HOWARD L. RIFKIN is an attorney with State Farm Insurance in Los Angeles. We sort of lost track of Howard for a while, so please, Howard, send in a note telling us what has been happening for the past several years. Howard and wife PATRICIA (COLUMBUS), 73, reside in Valinda, CA, with son Aaron, age 2, and new-born Gregory, who became a Rifkin on February 12,1981. Con­ gratulations, folks. GILBERT V. RIDDLE is now a market research analyst with the Eaton Corporation of Flemington, NJ. Gilbert re­ sides in Easton, PA, with wife Hermine and children Stephen, Michelle, and Diane. DAVID L RITTER earned the MPA from Marywood College and, since 1978, has been serving as the director of housing services with the Commission on Economic Op­ portunity in Wilkes-Barre. David and his wife JANICE (REINDEL), '74, are residing in Sweet Valley, PA. MARCIA (MINKOFF) ROSENTHAL is a fine arts con­ sultant in the City of Philadelphia. She and husband Law­ rence were married on October 19,1980. DONNA (OSTROFSKI) ROTHER is residing in Ash­ ley, PA with husband Robert and sons Robert, age 3, an Michael, born February 20,1980. JASHINDER (JAY) SIDHU, (MBA), is vice president and director of marketing of the American National Ban in Morristown, NJ. GEORGE P. SILLUP is a sales engineer with the Honeywell Corporation. He earned an MA in Human havior and Development at Drexel University in ' 1980, and resides in Medford Lakes, NJ, with ms w Jeanne and son G. Patrick, who was born on February 1980. CYNTHIA (FARMER) SIEGFRIED reports from CrO ton, MD, that she is now pursuing a lifelong ho y I' 1974 ANN (BERKISE) ANDERIKA teaches al the YMCA Nursery School in Pittston, PA. The Anderikas announce the addition of a daughter, Rachel, born on December 5, 1980 to their Wilkes-Barre, PA home. LEE DAVID AUERBACH has accepted a position as an associate with the law firm of Hall, Dickler, Lawler, Kent, & Howley of New York City. David earned his JD degree from the University of Vermont, and resides in Yonkers. WILLIAM A. BARTUSKI is a sales engineer with Frog, Switch & Mfg. Co. of Carlisle, PA. The Bartuskis have three children, Jennifer, Allison, and Jeffrey, and reside in Chambersburg, PA. DIANE (SELTZER) BLOSS is a teacher with the Lu­ zerne Intermediate Unit in Kingston, PA and resides in Wapwallopen with husband Barry and son Jeff, born De­ cember 20,1980. THOMAS C. BOSHINSKI is director of internal audit of the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City, NJ. Tom resides in Marlton, NJ, with his wife, MARIANGELA (SANTOS), 72, and daughter Allyson, born June 26,1980. CHARLES BRESSLER is an assistant professor of English at Houghton College, Houghton, NY. He earned the MS degree in 1975 at the University of Scranton and resides with his wife, DARLENE (GIFFORD), '74, in Houghton. They have a daughter Heidi. DONNA (COFFIN) CATANESE was married on July < 1980 to husband Michael and teaches children with earning disabilities in grades 4 and 5 at the Windward School, White Plains, NY. Donna earned the MS in 1978 “om the College of New Rochelle and resides in Port Chester, NY. DORIS DOBRANSKI is a counselor with the Florida partment of Health and Rehabilitation Services and lives in Winter Park, FL. PA withstand P?tricFk°mdEdNZA?residin8“Pi«s‘on, brates her first birthday at the; end S who cele' 4^1^ ssssiS®: JEAN (GILROY) Gm TWral,h- adelphia firm Ab™ derk With lhe MBUSE, '73, earned at trust Xtautm w“h ^S00' f°' Bla« « a son, Jason, into their home, bom on April 13, 1980- they reside in Sauk Rapids, MN. Y DmAN^ ‘?‘OVANN1NII MIGL10RINO was married Nasser Realty in Scranton, where the couple reside. JAMES GODLEWSKI recently "retired" from coach­ ing the Buckhorn (PA) girls' track and cross country team, which compiled a very impressive record under Jim's leadership and guidance. He has been employed as a filth grade history and English teacher in the Wallenpaupack District (or six years. NANCY GREENBERG has a new position al Fisher Junior College in Boston as the director ol the Travel & Tourism Administration Program. Nancy resides in Brigh­ ton, MA. LINDA (HILL) RILEY is a substitute teacher with the Ipswich Public Schools. Linda resides in Ipswich, MA with husband Stephen and son Shane who just recently celebrated his first birthday. MICHAEL G. H1SCHAK is a real estate accounting manager with Jewelcor, Inc., in Wilkes-Barre. Michael and wile Cheryl have one daughter, Alison, who was born on October 27,1980. The llischaks reside in Larksville, PA. PETER JADELIS was promoted to the position of vice president in charge of savings at Susquehanna Savings A Loan of Pittston. Pete and wife, MARGARET (GATUSKY), '73, reside in West Pittston, PA. NATHAN G. KATZ is an account executive with Dean Witter Reynolds in Atlantic City, NJ. Nathan earned the MBA from Lehigh University in 1976 and resides in Ocean City with wife Laura and daughter Laura Christina. JANET (CENCETTI) KNOX is a medical technician at the Medical Center of Princeton, NJ. She and her husband James reside in Manville, NJ. MINDY (MILLER) LISMAN is residing in Riverdale, NY with husband Elliot and son Josiah. Mindy earned an MA from Lehigh in 1978. EDUARDO MARBAN recently received the M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from Yale University. As part of his pro­ gram in physiology of the heart, Ed has written several scientific articles, and he has presented his work at major meetings in Boston, New York, Denver, and London. He is currently doing a research fellowship at the Yale Med­ ical School and will begin residency training in internal medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, in Ju­ ly. Eduardo is the son of Drs. Ediliberto and Hilda .Marban of Wilkes-Bane. MARY (BECKER) MARSHALL is an intake inter­ viewer with the Pennsylvania Department of Employment Security in Scranton. She was married to husband James on September 6,1980, and resides in Wilkes-Barre. RICHARD A. McGUIRE is the assistant town manager of Avon CT. Richard earned the MPA from the University of Connecticut in 1976 and resides in Collinsville. sHIRLEY (MICHAELS) MICNICOSKI gave birth to a . . pU ?? March 7‘1981- Congratulations to Shirley and tad, Franklin. They reside in Duryea, PA. MICHAEL A. NIEHOFF started a new position as analyst/programmer with Air Products & Chemicals in Trex­ lertown, PA. He resides in Whitehall with wife Karen and daughter Nicole Amber. DR. PETER NORDLAND completed a one-year hos­ pital general practice residency in June, 1980, at Loma Linda Medical Center and has begun and just completed the first year of a 2-year residency in the specially of perio­ dontics at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. Dr. Nordland resides in Grand Terrace, CA. LEONARD J. PACZKOWSKI is presently pursuing a masters program in counseling at Marywood College in Scranton. He is a pulmonary function technician at Wilkes-Barre's General Hospital and was named an "Out­ standing Young Man of the Year." Len and wife Barbara reside in Wanamie, PA, with daughter Lynette, age 1. THOMAS PANETTA wrote to tell us of his receiving the MS in Education from Hofslra University. Now, Tom, send us more on what you have been doing in the Ash­ land, MA, area. MOLLIE (O'CONNELL) PHILLIPS gave birth on Feb­ ruary 10, 1981 to a son Matthew. She and husband Frank also have a daughter, Mamie, age 2, and reside in Dallas, Congratulations to ROBERT D. PRENDERGAST who received an MBA from Penn State in May. Bob is associ­ ated with the Pittsburgh National Bank. He and wife SUZANN (YOUNG), '73, reside in While Oak, PA, with son Christopher. BARBARA (LUCCA) RIZZITELLO is a teacher in the Brick Township (NJ) Schools. Barbara resides in Brick Town, NJ, with husband Edward and son Evan who will be a year old in September. SHARON (RODGERS) NAPLES is art director for Sheldon Vale Associates, an advertising agency here in Wilkes-Barre. Sharon and husband Gary reside in this city. ELLYN (MacDONALD) SALMON is currently residing in Forty Fort, PA. She and husband Harold were expecting a third child in May, 1981, so we will ask Ellyn to tell us about it. The Salmons have a son Sean, 4, and a daughter, Jennifer, 2. ROGER SANDS is a hospital administrator al the Vet­ erans Administration Medical Center in Saginaw, MI. Roger and wife Stephanie announce the birth of their son Joshua on February 17, 1981. The Sands reside at 3153 Sapphire Way, Saginaw, Ml 48603. ELAINE (SMITH) TRAYNOR was married to husband Joseph on October 18, 1980, and is a control supervisor with Bamberger's in Newark, NJ. The couple resides in Cranford,NJ. CAROLE (WARKE) STASHIK stopped by the Alumni Office recently to say hello. Carol, originally from New­ port, PA, now does social work and teaches at North Orange County Community College in California. A daughter Chris is enrolled in the pre-med program at Ful­ lerton State while a son Ken will be a senior in high school. Carol resides in Anaheim, CA. DR. JOSEPH E. STELLA received his MD degree in 1978 from Temple University Medical School. He will complete a family practice residency at Geisinger Medical Center in June, 1981, and will then join a group practice in Scranton, PA. Don't forget to send us your new address once you settle in, Joe. KENNETH H. STONE is a senior partner in the law of­ fices of Wampler, Holzman, Imhoff & Stone in San Diego, CA. Ken earned the JD degree from Western State Univer­ sity School of Law in 1978. He and wife Tamalin reside in San Diego. HARRIET R. STULTS is an art teacher at Herbert H. Lehman High School in New York City. Holly studied at Kulecki-Starke Academy of Jewelry Art from 1975-1977, and her jewelry and cloisonne enameling was in an exhibi­ tion sale at the Cooper-Hewitt Museum and the Smithso­ nian Institution's National Museum of Design for Christ- ALUMNUS 7 �Physics in 1978I and an MS “ “’“^^"have one mas, 1980. She is also scheduled to show at the CooperHewitt Museum in -Crafts in Carnegie Mansion and has exhibited in galleries in New York City, Great Neck, L.I., and Gallery 10-Soho, New York City. Congratulations to DR. JOHN J. TROSKO who.received the DPM from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatnc Med icine this year. John and his wife have a son, Enc, but we don't have your wife's name on file, John. You will have to send in another update and fill us in with your current address, too. DR. BARRY A. WARNER is an endocrinology fellow at the Penn State University College of Medicine. Barry re­ ceived the DO from the Philadelphia College of Osteo­ pathic Medicine in 1978 and had been a resident at the Harrisburg Hospital. He resides in Hershey, PA with wife Evelyn and daughter Christina, age 2. DR. STEVEN WASKO maintains a dental practice in Albrightsville, PA. Steve received the DDS degree from Temple University Dental School in 1978. DAVID T. WOJTOWICZ recently established his own business in Catawissa, PA - D.R.W. Associates, a Market­ ing/Business management consulting firm. The Wojtowicz family resides in Catawissa. 1975 EUGENE B. ASHLEY is president of the Ashley Realtors, Inc. in Montvale, NJ. Gene and wife April have two sons, Timothy, 3, and Benjamin, 6. They reside in Montvale. DR. ROBERT J. BALFOUR is engaged in the practice of dentistry in Pleasantville, NY. Bob received the DMD in 1978. Congratulations to DR. ANN MARIE BARTUSKA, who earned the Ph.D. degree at West Virginia University in May, 1981. DIANE (KEENEY) CRONK is residing in Montrose, PA, with husband Jerry and daughter Amber Lee, who was born on October 10,1980. EDWARD M. CROUGHN is an ESEA Title I math teacher with the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. Ed holds the MA in Elementary Administration from the Uni­ versity of Scranton and Commonwealth Certification as an elementary principal. He and wife Louise reside in White Haven Poconos, PA. JAMES M. DAVIS is a domestic relations counselor with the Luzerne County Court here in Wilkes-Barre. Jim and Loretta had double blessed event on May 11, 1980 with birth of twin sons, Jeffrey and Jason. They reside in the city. ROBERT E DERLUNAS is an administrative super­ visor with the F&M Schaefer Brewing Company in Allen­ town, and promised samples if we put a "plug" into the Alumni Notes. Bob resides in Coaldale, PA, with his wife, Anne, and son Brian Robert who just celebrated his first birthday. PAUL L. DETWILER is an associate store supervisor with Acme Markets, Dallas, PA. Paul resides in Kingston, PA, with wife Kathy and son Paul, 3. ROBERT A. DOMBROSKI is a systems analyst with Sperry Univac in Blue Bell, PA. Robert and his wife Vic­ toria reside in Philadelphia. LT. ALBERT G. DUNN is serving with the U.S. Air Force at their Chanute, IL base. Al and wife Lisa have one son, Christopher, age 3. ROBERT G. EDGERTON has joined the executive staff of the First Eastern Bank as an assistant vice presi­ dent in the Commercial Loan Department. Bob and his wife Lisi are residents of Kingston, PA. RICHARD C. EVANS is controller and co- founder of Zircon Laboratories, Inc. Richard and his wife, PAMELA (SCHINSKI) 77, reside in Orlando, FL. STEWART W. FEENEY teaches at the Lisbon Elemen­ tary School while his wife, PATRICIA (CLEGG), 75, teaches at the Chaplin Elementary School, both in Connec­ ticut. They reside in Griswold, CT. KENNETH R. GARDNER is at Cornell University pur­ suing a Ph.D. in Applied Math. He earned an MS in 8 ALUMNUS “«a^ k DR RALPH C. GATRONE is a research chemist with at^ord He and wife Colleen reside in Kenmore, NY, NANCY (RODDA) TOPOLEWSKI is ministpr ( ley and Warrior Run (PA) Presbyterian Churches received the M.Div. degree from Princeton Th i ncy Seminary in 1978 and has published several prof° • *** articles. Nancy and her husband John, a Methodist5101131 ter, reside in Mountaintop with their three children ANITA (MILLER) WILLIAMS is enrolled in our M ters program and is pursuing a degree in Elementary IM cation and Reading Specialty. Anita lives in Forty P with husband Lewis and daughter Holly Anne. Fort CARLA (LOUCKS) YASENCHAK is an accoun. with Leslie Fay, Inc. and resides in Ashley with hi«hj Michael and sons Mark, 2, and Michael, 4. and with their daughter Laura. EDWARD P. GORSKI is a senior planner foJ lhe De­ partment of Urban and Economic Development of the C,ty of Utica NY. Ed earned an MCRP degree from University in 1977 and is also enrolled in the Ph.D. pro"American Government at Syracuse Umversdy. DONNA (GALANO) YUREK is currently residing ■ Wilkes-Barre with husband Joseph. The Yureks just I*” brated their second wedding anniversary in May. Ce e’ The Gorskis reside in Utica. DR. DANA LYNN HANKEY is a member of the tech­ nical staff of the Ceramics Division of Sandia National Laboratories. Dana earned the MS in Male"als S“n“ a! Northwestern University in 1977, and the Ph.D. in So State Science at Penn Slate in 1980. Dana and wife Mary reside in Albuquerque, NM, with daughter Stephanie They They are are expecting expecting a second child in August, so we will look for another update for the Fall Alumnus. DR. FRANCIS A. J. KERDESKY is presently em­ ployed as a pharmaceutical chemist with Abbott Labora­ tories in Chicago. He is also under contract to co-author a book on Adriamycin, a potent anticancer drug. DR. NELSON G. LANDMESSER is a development chemist with Merrell Pharmaceuticals in Milwaukee, WI. Nelson earned the Ph.D. at Duke University in 1980. DEBORAH (MAHALICK) CORSO is an associate with Massachusetts Mutual in Phoenix, AZ. She is also a mem­ ber of the Business and Professional Women's Association, and is a candidate for the Life Underwriters Training Council. Debbie and husband, PHILIP '74, reside in Scottsdale, AZ. DR. DONALD W. NASH is completing his Family Practice Residency at the C. S. Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City, NY. Don earned his MD degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1979, and was married on February 14,1981 to the former Mary Ann Panarello. GEORGE OFFSHACK is director of video engineering for D. Gottlieb & Co. of Bensenville, IL. George received his pilot's license in 1979, and has travelled extensively since then, visiting 38 states, 15 countries, and 5 contin­ ents. He and wife Rebecca have two children, Bethany, 4, and Jeffrey, 1. DOMINICK P. PANNUNZIO was sworn in as an Assis­ tant District Attorney here in Luzerne County. Dominick plans to open the first law office ever (??) in Dupont, PA. THOMAS W. PEZZICARA is a sales representative with Pitney Bowes in Cedar Knolls, NJ. Tom lives in Randolf, NJ. BEHROUZ BEN-SABZEVARI completed his MS de­ gree at C. W. Post College in 1977. He and his wife Janet reside in Kew Gardens, NY. JAMES M. SANDERS is a production supervisor with Air Products & Chemicals Company in Hanover Township (PA). He and his wife Irene have one daughter, Sarah, who will be one year old in July. MARY (EVANS) SHORES is a public relations associ­ ate with Western Electric Company in Anaheim, CA. She and husband Peter reside in Huntington Beach, CA. REV. GARY SITKOWSKI is pastor of the Calvary Bible Church in Buffalo, NY. Gary earned the Master of Divinity degree from Bob Jones University in May, 1980, and re­ sides with wife Lisa Sue and children Jeremy, age 2, and Jessica, who was born on October 7,1980. RAYMOND J. TERWILLIGER has been promoted to vice president with responsibilities for all personnel activ­ ities within Leslie Fay, Inc. Ray and his wife Calherine re­ side in Kingston, PA, with their three children. Congratulations Io DAVID C. and BARBARA (SMITH) THORNE, both members of this class, on the birth of their first son on October 19, 1980. David, Barbara and Steven reside in Willow Grove, PA. DR. JOHN T. ZUCOSKY, III, received the DMD d gree from Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentis try in May 1980, and opened an office for the practice ( general dentistry in Ridgefield, NJ, John and wife RCKp MARY (KAMINSKI), 75, reside in Ridgefield. 1976 PHILIP and CAROLANN (GUSGEKOFSKI) BESLER operate a nursery school in Mercerville, NJ. The Beslers have two children, Jennifer, 2, and Jonathan, who was born on November 7,1980. They reside in Trenton, NJ JOHN R. BRABANT is budget director for the Brad­ ford National Corporation in New York City. Jack holds an advanced degree from St. Johns University, and now lives in Brooklyn. THOMAS E BRENNAN is a caseworker at the Com­ monwealth's White Haven Center. Tom resides in Hazle­ ton, PA. EDWARD A. BOSHA is an assistant zone manager for the Bic Pen Corporation. He resides in Wilkes-Barre with his wife, Paula. MARYROSE (BENDIK) BURLINGTON is a dental as­ sistant in the office of Dr. H. P. Ayotte in Clinton, CT. She and husband Tom also reside in Clinton. PAUL DOMOWITCH is a sports columnist with the FL Worth (TX) Star-Telegram. Paul and his wife Shelley re­ side in Arlington, TX. DEBORAH ANN DORMAN is an assistant head nurse at the W-B General Hospital. She resides in Kingston, PA. LOUISE (BROZZETTI) FRYE teaches at Bishop Han­ nan High School in Scranton. She resides in Scranton with husband James and daughter Camille. GAIL ANN GARINGER is a sales coordinator with The Sterling Telecommunications Supply Company in King­ ston. SANDRA (AKROMAS) KERSHAW is a stenographer with the Workmen's Compensation Board in St. Cather­ ines, Ontario, Canada, where she resides with husband Robert and daughter Valerie who was born October 6, 1980. JEANNE (NORCROSS) KRAVITZ received the MS de­ gree from Wilkes in May 1981. Jeanne was married on September 6, 1980 to husband William. They currently live in Harveys Lake. PAUL MACIK is an assistant supervisor with the Tissue Culture Department of Flow Laboratories in McLean, VA. Paul resides in Annandale, VA, with wife JANET (MAR­ KOWITZ) 75. Wedding bells will be ringing for MARY LOU MURRAY who will become Mrs. James Brady on August 8, 1981. Mary Lou has been teaching since 1976, and cur­ rently lives in Budd Lake, NJ. Best wishes to Mary Lou and James — be sure to update your new address once things settle down. LINDA T. PAPATOPOLI received a diploma in piano from the Mozarteum in Austria, and earned the MA from the Boston Conservatory of Music in 1978. She is now an Instructor at the Conservatory, and lives in Brookline, MA. JOYCE (HOOLEY) REGNA is residing in Hudson, PA. with husband Thomas and son Thomas, Jr., bom October 8,1980. tTE M SCAVONE completed the W-B bERNADE1 ‘ Scbool of Medical Technology in June, r^-neral H°SP certification by the American Society of Jjo and grists. She is a medical technologist here in ^ilkes-Ba^- TH is a charge nurse in the Ortho- B now pursuing the Ph D in pSVchTY °f Arkansas: he ton. He lives in Fayetteville, ar y h° 08y “ lhal institu' successfully ron^SV’eu lhal he ELLrf nt of the Dover (NJ) General Hospital. pedics ^0 She resid'5 “■ N (PRENDERGAST) TROST of THO^no^ce the birth of their first child. iANE philadelP1^ “ A n 12, 1981. Tom was recently pro­ Thomas manager with Christmas Club, Inc. muted io 1 walTZ is now the associate market manWILBiJR L- s00.Battery here in the Wilkes-Barre! J8er with Go earned the MBA at Wilkes in Scranton maj teside in Scranton. (978. He an W|NTER earned the MS from Bucknell SVILLfAM • ^d s|arted a new position as sales repUnivc's,|7 “,[h w'inter Associates in Boonton, NJ. resentalise z(JBR|tzkY earned an M.Ed. from the FCTE, ^Pittsburgh in 1979 and is an associate profesUniversity academic counselor at the Alleof Psychology ano an. pA _ rheny County . . McKees Rocks, Reeks. PA. resides in 1977 iWAZNIKI ANDREJKO is a teacher of elemenE voc 1 music in the J. M. Hill School in East StroudsPA. Lisa and husband John res.de in Cresco, PA. CAIL AZAIN is a research assistant with the Virginia State Center of Aging in Richmond VA. She earned the MS degree at Virginia Commonwealth University, and resides in Richmond. JUDITH (BALENT) BACHKOSKY gave birth to a daughter Alison on March 11. 1981. This is the second child for Judy and husband Robert. Alison’s brother Robert J is now two years old. They reside in Altoona. PARAYMOND and JOAN (CHEMNITIUS) BEST are both accountants. Ray is a senior accountant with Finkle & Co. of Fort Lee. NJ. while Joan is an associate accountant with the Public Service Electric & Gas Co. of Newark. The Bests reside in Cedar Knolls, NJ. Ray earned the MS from Seton Hall University in May 1980 and became certified in June 1980. LARRY COHEN assumed the position of vice president of the Wyoming Paint Co. in Scranton and Kingston. Larry lives in Clarks Summit, PA, with his wife Sandra and daughters Junnifer and Milissa. CHESTER and JOAN (STEMPIN) DUDICK are resid­ ing in Wilkes-Barre, where Chet has joined the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger, and Spohrer. He earned the JD degree in 1980 at Dickinson. RONALD G. EVANS is residing in Wilkes-Barre with wife CYNTHIA (EDDY) '80. JOHN J. GALLO was recently promoted to vice presi­ dent in the Trust Division of the United Penn Bank. John earned the MBA from Wilkes in 1979, and resides in Con­ yngham, PA, with wife Barbara and son Matthew John. PETER GRABKO and wife Lynn announce the birth of their first child, Peter Jason, on December 19, 1980. The Grabkos reside in Harrisburg, PA. CAROL ANN HASINUS and Bryan B. Curry were mar­ ried this past May. Carol is a sales representative with KyeliD8S CorPoration' and theY wdl reside “ JUDITH (KEATS) HATCHER is self-employed as an teacher in Wilkes-Barre, where she offers private inwuetton. She and husband Robert have one child, Sarah ^Wey, born April 26,1980. MARK JACOBS is an evaluation specialist with Emerlive^ ^endces Avoca. Mark and wife Susan ln ilkes-Barre with children Michael and Alison. to n^^^JAROUN was married on October 28, 1978 nlumt-°r J Mike is associated with the family business and resides in Nanticoke, PA. insure a successful venture '1 'h Paulet,e and ...xa?,"1”"- partmmt of The?” ° edil" “ lhe Llfo'Vles De' partment of The Times-Leader here in Wilkes-Barre taSYunmit'SNjrVln8“inlernShlp the Overl°okHospital ANN MARIE (GRUZDAS) and husband Carey recently moved to Exeter, PA. We wish we could tell you more news aboul the PIRAGUS family, but this is all we have. JOSEPH \V. SEKUSKY is a caseworker with the Lu­ zerne County Children and Youth Services in WilkesBarre. He and wife Gloria reside in Exder, PA. DR. SIEVEN IL STAND1FORD received the MO from New Jersey Medical School in May, 1981. He is now residing in Philadelphia, PA. JAY G. 1 HOMAS is a transplant co-ordinator with the Delaware Valley Transplant Program ol Philadelphia. THOMAS P. WAHL is a research metallurgist with Magnetics o( Butler, PA. Tom wenl on In M.I.T. (Anyone remember Dr. Mike's favorite story aboul MIT?) where he earned the M.S. degree. He resides in Buller with wile Joan and son Christopher. MARIA (LEANDRI) YONKI is an accounts payable bookkeeper with Insalaco's Markets in Pittston, PA. Maria resides in West Pittston with husband Robert and son Robert. from MLArKnP.‘NSKY earMd MA ^bology te r * Cu°’le8e'and 15 a recentlv rn / 11 Crisis lntervenlion Center. She Sh C?'auflh°red “ article “ professional journal andbook of Rural Community Mental Health. She uses in Lancaster, PA. Congratulations to STEPHEN M. LIPKA who earned , Mb in materials science at the University of Virginia in January, 1981. Steve lives in Charlottesville. VA. JOHN O. LYCHOS, JR. is manager of corporatee accounting with Industrial Inspection Industries in in Me North Canton. OH. He lives in Massillon. OH. BRIGETTE McDONALD teaches in the East Windsor School District. She is residing in Plainsboro, NJ. PATTI A. MOSER was married on March 7, 1981 to MICHAEL F. YANCHUK 77. Patti is a staff nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at the Hershey (PA) Medical Center while Mike is manager-in-charge at Friendly Fam­ ily Restaurant in Hershey. The Yanchuks live in Annville, PA. DONNA M. PAPE received her graduate degree in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania in 1981, and is a nurse on the Medical Floor of the University's Hos­ pital in Philadelphia. MANDY S. WILLIAMS recently became engaged to Nicholas R. Pennington of London, England. Mandy is a senior staff analyst with the Superior Oil Company of Houston, TX, after earning the MBA with Honors at NYU’s London Graduate School. ANTHONY J. PINTO is assistant program coordinator of the Deutsch Institute in Scranton, PA. Tony resides in Dunmore, PA, with his wife Elaine. STEWART RAE is a medical technologist at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA. Stewart was married on May 31,1980, to Barbara Cochi. ANTHONY J. SHIPULA is a national account under­ writer with Aetna Life & Casualty Company in Hartford, CT. Tony's wife CHRISTINE (HUDAK), 77, is a programmer/analyst with Aetna. They live in New Brittain, CT. MARCIA STRATTON earned the M. Ed. from the Uni­ versity of North Carolina in 1979, and is now an instructor at the University of Alaska in Fairbanks. LT. ANTHONY D. YOUTZY is an air weapons control­ ler with the U.S. Air Force attached to the 71st Tactical Control Flight at MacDill AFB in Florida. Tony completed Officer Training School in 1980. He and wife Patricia re­ side at MacDill. MARK ZAVOY is a shipping executive with Stein World Products, Inc. of Renton, WA. Mark earned the MA in the History of the Hopi Indians, and resides in Renton with wife JULIE ANN (BANOS), 78, and their daughter Julie, born October 17,1980. 1978 ANDONIS APOSTOIAROS is the proprietor ol a wholesale fruit and produce business in Trenton, NJ. LINDA (GOSS) BELL is an intake counselor with Stepby-Step in Wilkes-Barre. She and husband David reside in Edwardsville, PA. HENRY J. BOBBIN is leaching with lhe McDowell County Board of Education tn Welch, WV. Henry lives in Yukon, WV. KATHRYN A. BOZINSK1 is a beat reporter - and a good one - with WBRE-TV here in Wilkes-Barre. CHRISTINE (BROZUSKY) was married on June 21, 1980 10 Richard E. TRAVER and now resides in Mehoopany PA. She is with Procter 1 Gamble. JOANNE (PUGLIESE) CARPENTER and husband Guy were married on June 28,1980. Joanne became certifled as an ophthalmic technician in November. 1980 and is associated with Dr. Joseph F. Pugliese in Kingston. LOUIS ELEFANTE is a manager with Gould, tne BATTERY people. Lou has made himself very visible tn the local community. He resides in Tannersville, PA. DAVID W. EVANS and wife Gail are now residing in Philadelphia. Dave earned an MA degree at arem Men’s College. BARRY HARCHARUFKA and wife KAREN in Wilkes-Bane, where (KLL'CITAS) '79 are residing dously. 1979 KAREN (GLUSHEFSKI) ALBEROLA is co-ordinator of the Job Locator and Development Program in the Ca­ reer Guidance and Placement Center on Campus. Karen and husband Joe reside in Hanover Green, PA. STEVEN L BAILEY is now residing in Roslindale, MA. Tell us more about what you are doing, Steve, so we can pass the news along through the Alumnus. HEIDI L BEUCKER is a staff primary nurse al the Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. GAYLE-JEAN (BERRY) CRAWFORD is with, the ......> -----•... i n _ _ n_ t. b uiuvoe.Uarrp Unto penn Wiito-Bane. She and and husband hustand Bob Bob weiemaniedfe June, 1980, and reside reside in in Wdkes-Barre. Wilkes-Barre. ------ ................ .. .™t IT MARK DEFALCO commands a SAC missile crew with the U.S. Air Force. His wife JOAN (MANCINI) ’80, teaches at St. Peter & Paul Elementary School in Great Falls, MT. RONALD DELEVAN is an electrical engineer - loco­ motives with Conrail. He resides in Norristown. PA. PRESTON DYER is a field representative with the A.C. Neilson Company. He lives m West Covina, CA. ALUMNUS 9 �University in Washington, D.C. We all remember Shep for mark m. drobish is a “‘““Vrp^Idette his tireless efforts on behalf of his class and the CollegP ANN MARIE (STEFANOSKI) GORGONE is a comLife Insurance Company. He and wife BERNADETTE Goodluck! 8 munity organizer with the Citizen's Choice Coalition in (SWIDERSKI)'80 reside in Forty Fort, FA. Wilkes-Barre. Congratulations to RODNEY R. WYFFELS - he has JOHN DESALVO is an administrative specialistwith been named business manager for the Galeton, PA, School ROBERT GREENWOOD (MBA) announces the birth IBM in Philadelphia. John and wife Joy reside in PaulsDistrict. of a daughter, Kathryn Helen on September 11, 1980. boro, NJ. . Bob's wife Barbara was director of the Upward Bound LYNN MARIE YEDLOCK is a staff nurse at WilkesLAURA EGAN was recently promoted to assistant store Program here at Wilkes. Congratulations to you all 1 Barre's Mercy Hospital. She is residing in Ashley, PA. manager of HomeFair Linens, Eynon, PA, a ivision o • SHEILA ANN IMLER is a housing fieldworker with W. Kalkin, Inc., of West Orange, NJ. Laura lives in Scran­ the Commission on Economic Opportunity in WilkesWe feel quite confident that you have enjoyed ton, PA. Barre. reading about your friends and classmates at CAROL ELKINGTON is a research assistant whn W. KEITH JONES and JOANN PERANSKI '81, were Wilkes. We ask those Alumni who sent an Update CACI-Inc. Federal, of Mechanicsburg, PA. Carol worked married on May 30, 1981. The couple will reside in Endi­ Card to us but who were not included in this issue as a student aide in the admissions office here. cott, NY, and when they tell us what they are doing there, to bear with us — we will be including another CYNTHIA (EDDY) EVANS is an optomelric assistant we will pass it along to the Alumni. section of class notes in the Fall issue. And for with the Doctors Hurwitz. She and husband RONALD ROSA KHALIFE is teaching in SS. Peter & Paul School those of you who have not yet sent in an update, 77, reside in Wilkes-Barre. in Plains, PA. She became engaged on December 24, 1980, we urge you to do so now. It takes only a minute to JANET J. FALCHEK is a staff nurse at the Albert Eins­ but we don't know to whom, or the details of their wed­ tell us about your family, your career, and your ding plans. Rosa? tein Medical Center in Philadelphia. educational achievements, but yet it makes very ROBERT J. GAETANO teaches at Bishop Hoban High LT. JOHN D. KOZE is stationed at Homestead Air interesting reading for your friends. School in the city. He is also advisor for their Yearbook, Force Base in Florida. Street addresses are included in class notes only and maintains his interest in photography. JOHN P. LOHMAN is associated with the Luzerne Na­ upon the specific request of an Alumnus/a. If you DR. HENRY A. FINN received the MD degree from tional Bank in Luzerne, PA. He resides in Wilkes-Barre. are interested in contacting a friend or classmate, Hahnemann Medical College in Philadelphia. He is now however, you can do so through the Alumni Of­ W. BRADLEY McLENNAN is stationed at Mather Air on the staff at Hahnemann Hospital. Wife CATHERINE fice. Just drop us a note indicating who you want Force Base in California. (HUGHES) 78, teaches at the Holy Rosary School in to contact, and we will do it for you. ELIZABETH ANN (WASELEWSKIE) MEKOSH is a Cherry Hill, NJ. The Finns are residing in Vorhees, NJ. The Alumni Office is also interested in getting nurse in the Intensive Care Unit of Holy Spirit Hospital in reader reaction to both the Quarterly magazine KATHRYN (TYAHLA) ISGANITIS is a production co ­ Camp Hill, PA. She and husband Nicholas reside in Mar­ as well as the Alumnus insert. Whether your ordinator with Plastics, Inc., of Montgomeryville, PA. She ion Heights, PA. message is complimentary or critical about either and husband Dave reside in Lansdale, PA. MARK A. NEYLON was recently promoted to sales­ the format or the contents of this publication, send LINDA C. KNORR is an operating room nurse intern at man at Friedman Electric Company in Wilkes-Barre. Mark your comments to the Editor, the Quarterly, the Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Richmond, VA. and wife Helen reside in the city with son Mark, Jr., who Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. We will will be a year old in August. DIANE (BRODBECK) LOWE is a math teacher in the select those most representative letters and publish Columbia County (GA) School System. She and husband MARYELLA (BOOTH) POKLEMBA gave birth to a them in a subsequent issue as "Letters to the George reside in Augusta, GA. daughter, Joella, on September 17, 1980. The gals reside in Editor." So please, folks, take advantage of these Jessup with husband and father Joseph. AMY (GORDON) SHERIDAN resides in Towanda, PA, opportunities to use the Alumni Office, and, at the with husband Frederick. She is a nurse with the Memorial MARY CATHERINE ROSTOCK and Eugene Kudey same time, provide us via your feedback with some Hospital of Towanda. were married on July 12, 1980. They are now residing in direction for future issues. West Pittston, PA. MICHAEL F. LOKUTA is a systems engineer with Singer-Link Division at its Hillcrest plant in Binghamton, Congratulations to CARLA SECHREST, who is now a chemist with the Parsippany Troy-Hills Water Pollution NY. Mike resides in Johnson City, NY. Control Plant. Carla resides in Morristown, NJ. PATRICIA J. LUPI has relocated to Whitehall, PA. Tell MYLES M. STEMPIN, who did such good work with us more, Patti. our Veteran's Office on campus is now a media program­ JOSEPH J. MAJEWSKI is a branch office supervisor mer with the Luzerne County Community College in Nan­ with Washington Inventory Service in Hazleton, PA. ticoke. He resides in Wilkes-Barre. SHARON ANN MANGANIELLO is a laboratory tech­ PAUL WENGEN is a product line cost accountant with nician with the Kirby Health Center in Wilkes-Barre. She Teledyne MEC of Palo Alto, CA. He and wife ELLEN lives in Exeter. (DUFOSSE) '78, reside in Sunnyvale, CA. DANIEL PATRONICK is a teacher of English at Bayley ANN MARIE YANUSHEFSKI earned the M.Ed. degree Eiland High School in Madison, NJ. from Lehigh University's School Psychology Program in MARK RADO teaches in the Business Education De­ May, 1981. Ann Marie is currently living in Bethlehem, partment of Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg, PA. PA. 1980 FRANK J. RAGUKONISand wife Annmarie announce the birth of their first child, a daughter Annie Christine, on JUDITH BELLAS is now residing in Boulder, CO. Tell March 28,1981. us what you are doing, Judy. JOSEPH RIGOTTI is currently enrolled at the Philadel­ TAMI ANNE BERAUD is a tax auditor with the Cali­ DR. BRIAN W. BLIEM, 25, of 44 Christopher Drive, phia College of Osteopathic Medicine where he is pursuing fornia Franchise Tax Board in New York City. Tami re­ Bucks County, died at Hahnemann Hospital in Philadel­ the D.O. degree. sides in Staten Island, NY. phia. Born in Newtown, he was a 1978 graduate of Wilkes THOMAS SALLEY has a new position as an engineer DR. MARK W. BOHN received the MD degree from College, and received his medical degree in June, 1980 with the A.A.I. Corporation in Baltimore. He resides in Hahnemann Medical College and is practicing Family from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. His Lutherville, MD. Medicine at the Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, Kingston, PA. wife, the former Linda Carcaci, is a native of WilkesLISA (HALL) SELLANI is a nurse at the Wilkes-Barre D. CHRISTOPHER BRISBANE was married to Barbel Barre. General Hospital. Lisa and husband John reside in West Settle on September 27,1980. RICHARD C. BANTLE, of Woodstown, NJ, passed Pittston, PA. KATHERINE ANN BURKE is a nurse at Northwestern away. He was a member of the Class of 1942 and is sur­ DR. EUGENE J. SIMONI is a surgical resident at femorial Hospital in Chicago. vived by his wife Beverly and daughters Barbara and Deb­ Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, where he is living with LEWIS B. CELLITTI is a field engineer with Owens-Ilbie. wife Sheena. aois, Inc., in Columbus, OH. Lew was married on April CHARLES G. GOLOB died on October 15, 1978. JANICE (BURCAK) VERINI has relocated with her S 1981, to Janice Lee Wishau — best wishes! Charles attended Bucknell University Junior College in husband to Coatesville, PA. Tell us more, Jan, so we can DIANE CIMAKOSKY is currently pursuing an MS de1936-37, and earned a B.S. degree at Penn State Universi­ pass the news along. ee in Biochemistry at Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelty. He had been plant manager for the Superior Generator DONNA LEE WHITMORE is a nurse in the Critical <ia. and Armature Company in Scranton, and is survived by Care Unit of Kingston’s Nesbitt Memorial Hospital. Donna JREGG H. COOK is a technical programs analyst with his wife Louise and two children. lives in Wilkes-Barre. Gulf Oil Company in Pittsburgh. He resides in MonDR, JOHN M. KOHL, a member of the Class of 1943, SHEPARD C. WILLNER is currently enrolled in the ville, PA. died on October 4,1980, in Wayne, PA. John was a Radiol­ Master of Public Administration program at American ogist at Montgomery Hospital in Norristown, PA. He was originally from Kingston. ALUMNUS nim PICKETT, JR-. Class 1952> died Febru.vilUAM J- f . e after a long illness. He was a long71981.alhlS X at Flagstaff, AZ High School. He f926, in Wilkes-Bane. After beginning "f. bom M’f "L at Wilkes, he transferred to Northern University- Surviving are his wife Mary, a ^^‘’ioShEFSKD PINKOWSK1 of Mill her graduation in 1969 shP Let,envomen’s Club Sinr S“ddEKeX,iVedbyhi5WiIeS“sa“ RARO|OBd£rKl!'r\eX'enLd'd Thomas, parents, and sister Ruth CONSTAN. „ Friday. June 5, 1981, in WUliamsport Halt PA J'Vas a 1951 graduate of Wilkes and had been H»Pila) Sb an anpointment secretary m a Lock Haven loW"1 “ surviving are her husband Daniel, and chilSicd office- " 6and Daniel. Her mother resides in dienBom“eL<,U' tVdkes-Barr • $TITZER died Sunday, March 29, JANE IM1"Wi|kes-Barre, Jane was a graduate of E. L. 1981. Boni 8 her husl™d a>'°[ >’56. passed away was a resident of West Pittsto " p'lh A,U1 “d Kenny. Hc September thefc*^ “ Blackwood, NJ IC Servic“ of the Savik Libra^ofGl 'e8eSU,K 1TO- Walter was Xb^Xof 2nd stepsons UNDA J° (FER- Saturday, June killed o„ lapsed. He was zi and a * digging colgraduated from Wilkes io 1979 S Colle8e- Li”da Contributions to a claw ■ Ceased friends md!or rZt^ 'r^l"'^ Pnate. Gifts will he art™ 7 j S a'ws appruWll as to tlle f' u^ ° dged 10 ,he *nor as appredaM k eceased and are »'■ « C^''ons ni Office zoT f l', 0 Wd^ College AlumPA 8766 ' Fmnkl,n S,reel' Wilkes-Barre, . ..vMsX d. w.uUsY'MMfj1 Is® or t TJ I~-1 by Eddie White III '30 1980-81 SPORTS AWARDS WINNERS The 1980-81 Wilkes College athletic year came to an official close with the annual Sports Awards Banquet at the college’s dining hall. Junior Tony Madden, a football and basketball standout from Pringle, was selected as the school's male “Athlete of the Year" while sophomore Karen Johnson of Bloomsburg earned the female award for her endeavors in field hockey, basketball and softball. John Moffatt, a senior swimmer from Forty Fort, was named as the male Scholar-Athlete" while senior ,, egan Ward took female honors for held hockey. Megan hails from Boonton, New Jersey. Other special award winners were: Gallagher Award for Football: wen Colvin. Commack, N.Y.; vnit'TJJ11616 Award: Tenn.; Sarah gteyball, Greenville, Farley. Cina anPoro Memorial Award: wndyRossii voUeybaUi pIains. for rr AC0N Coach of the Year" Tak S Country- Ron Righter. footbau °ffensive XIVP honors for of Pitio,Was senior Carmen LoPresto °n as Ed Mollahan of Dover, 'isuiiiWFfr W-ViMR '4W? Wife jmwjr-iram^jE nW 1------------------------------------------------ N.J. earned defensive honors. The soccer MVP’s went to senior John Brill of Wilkes-Barre and Stillwater junior Mike Karns. Ed Epplcr, a senior from Washington, N.J.,’ look the MVP award for cross country while teammate Ken Pascoe was named as the “Hustling Harrier.” A pair of underclassmen took MVP honors for field hockey as junior Helen Gorgas of Swarthmore took defensive honors and sophomore Diane Hall of Ephrata was named as offensive MVP. Mary Kay Price, a senior from Carbondale, was selected as the offensive MVP for women’s volleyball and Cindy Rossi earned defensive honors. Cathy Price, a freshman from Exeter, took the MVP award for women’s tennis. Pete Creamer, a sophomore from Bellmore, N.Y., was selected as the top wrestler this past year and senior heavyweight Rick Smith from Wilkes-Barre took the Tim Adams Award. Capturing the MVP for men’s swimming was sophomore diver Reed Bello (Holland, Pa.) and earning women s MVP honors was freshman Megan Maguire rom Bear Creek. Mike McCarrie, a senior from Philadelphia, was selected as men’s basketball’s MVP and junior Kevin Walker (Springfield. N.J.) took the “Hustling Colonel’ trophy. A pair of underclassmen took MVP honors in women’s basketball. Sophomore Stacy Keeley from Mount Holly, N.J. was the top defensive player while freshman Kim Smith, out of Plymouth, earned offensive MVP accolades. Senior Chick Andrewscavage captured the MVP for men’s baseball and senior Mark LePore (Mt. Laurel, N.J.) took the golf MVP trophy. Larry Buffaloe, a sophomore from Hempstead, N.Y. was the offensive MVP for lacrosse, and freshman Dave Szczepanski took the "Tool” Award for lacrosse. Barry Spevak, a junior from Syracuse, N.Y. earned the MVP honors for men’s tennis while sophomore Cheryl Frystak took MVP defensive honors for women's softball and Karen Johnson accepted offensive honors. THE WILKES CoLLEGE CONNECTION FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 SUMMER 1981 9 �photo C. Catcher is former Wilkes great Dave Paolinelli while Dean Gerald Hartdagen serves as umpire. In photo D. former Colonel standout Ted Yeager drills a deep drive while ump Hartdagen and Wilkes baseball coach Dave Kaschak can only watch in photo E. And in photo F, winning pitcher Dean Ralston and “Oldtimer's" top hitter Ted Yeager receive congratulations from a young Colonel fan. The game was organized by former Wilkes diamond coach Gene Domzalski and all former Wilkes players are invited back for next year's contest. OLDTIMER'S SOFTBALL GAME For the second straight year, the “Oldtimer's" downed the varsity Colonels, 17-6, in the annual softball game at Artillery Park. Dean George Ralston was on the mound for the "Oldtimer’s” and he picked up the win, outdueling Wilkes pitching coach Jerry Bavitz, who hurled for the 1981 Colonels. In photo A. Dean Ralston is showing his "southern" form which helped him to three hits in the game while Athletic Director John Reese drills a single in photo B. Big hitter for the 1981 Colonels was all-league Chick Andrewscavage, who belts a triple in prom Cotton to Cooking Rilkes Chef has Served the Best MOVING? Please help your Wilkes Alumni Association reduce the cost ofpostage by telling us when and where you are moving. You can help, too, by telling us of a friend whom you know to be an alumnus or alumna that has moved. Thanks for your help! Please clip off the address label below and return it with the correct address to Wilkes College Quarterly, 170 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. Name____________________________ (Please use name under which you graduated) Street City. State____________ Zip.__________ Degree(s) you received and the year CREATIVE COLONEL 1I Have you received your Swissembroidered Colonel emblem yet? The 2-inch high blue and gold Colonel will stick on your shirt, cap, lapel or tie and become a special part of your wardrobe. To receive your emblem stop by the Alumni Office or send us a note telling us what you are doing these days ... we will, in turn, send you a complimentary Colonel. 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY by Randy Xenakis If you select at random any Wilkes College student and ask, "Who cooks your meals at the College?", the answer would be ’Freddy the Chef.’ If you had the opportunity in the 1930's to ask President Franklin D. Roosevelt, "Who makes the best liver and onions dish?", he would have said, 'Freddy the Chef.' If you enjoy meeting with pleasant, down-to-earth human beings, and you enjoy good food, you'd enjoy 'Freddy the Chef.' His life began in 1917 when he became one of eighteen children born to the Wall family of Rockingham, North Carolina. His fourteen brothers and three sisters were brought up in a typical Southern setting where the only livelihood for a black family was working on the plantation. "I could bring in over 300 pounds of cotton a ay. boasts Freddy. "Every time 1 would drop the cotton in my 530 el I would think 'eighteen cents a pound — eighteen cents a Pound' and that would make my nands g0 faster and faster .. cj-j admits that he certainly lcJn't become wealthy by picking sharecr enterprising son of a sharecropper, Freddy would soon "l hls Potentials a dishwasher and seek out advanced status in e restaurant business. "When LWaSj • Workin8 n'ghts at my econd job - helping to dig under Washington streets for utdity lines - I spent time at Howard University learning the techniques of how to cook," Freddy says proudly. "I Was soon given the opportunity to cook hotcakes on the grill, later assist with special orders and, ultimately, prepare lunch for' Franklin Delano Roosevelt." Freddy admits that cooking lunch for the President was a lot of fun but, he is quick to add, that the responsibility and the work involved was demanding. "I always had Secret Service Agents looking over my shoulder watching every move I made cotton, but, compared to the in preparing food for Mr. other cotton pickers who only Roosevelt," Freddy reminisced. averaged 150 pounds per day, "The President would come by he was certainly someone to be for lunch at noon but I would looked up to. have to prepare the meal before When Freddy was 13 he 10 a.m. so the security agents remembers several visits from could test the finished product. relatives who lived in That would give them at least Washington, D.C. "They two hours to find out if the food always came to Rockingham with would make them ill or not. It hundreds of dollars in their never did,” he said proudly. pockets,” he recalled. "I "Oh, and by the way," added Freddy, "the President's favorite kept saying to my mother that dish was liver with onions Washington must be the land of (hold the garlic) and a bowl plenty where you can work and of consomme soup.” Freddy earn good money." A year later, remembers those as happy times at the ripe age of 14, he set when he not only served the out to find what riches, if any, President but became friends awaited him in the nation's with several Treasury capitol. "Those were the days Department officials who when you could take a train from controlled the currency in the North Carolina to Washington for adjacent building. "The tours only $8 - today, it costs you that they used to give me of the vaults much to tip the bellhop, he and the money making machines chuckled. were so exciting," Freddy said Upon his arrival in the Capitol enthusiastically. "Did you know City, Freddy searched out that they print money like they employment and found work as a print newspapers?" he asked. dishwasher at Press Cafeteria "They use these big sheets of located c 'y two blocks from the paper and print a bunch of bills White He e. Little did he know on each one before being cut into that he would later be preparing the proper sizes. Fascinating, luncheon specials for the just fascinating!," he said. President of the United States. SUMMER 1981 11 �After serving the President meals for one year, Freddy assumed new duties as head cook for Highland's Luncheonette atop of the Press Cafeteria. In 1936 he was transferred to Wilkes-Barre where he was head cook for Highland's Public Square Luncheonette. "I made the move during the flood of '36," said Freddy. "Wilkes-Barre has been special to me ever since." One reason that the personable connoisseur has a special place in his heart for Wilkes-Barre is that it was here that he met his wife of 35 years. Laura Jones Wall died of cancer in 1975 and Freddy proudly says that, "she gave me 35 wonderful years." When Laura was admitted to Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and diagnosed as having the terminal illness, Freddy arranged to rent living quarters at the hospital to be with her every minute. Laura died two weeks later. By this time, in the mid-70's, Freddy had already been at Wilkes College for twenty-five years doing what he now says is the most rewarding work of his career. As Head Chef for the College Dining Hall, Freddy admits that while cooking is his livelihood, much of his real satisfaction comes from working with the students. "The students have kept me young and energetic," says the 63-year-old Mountaintop resident. "They think of me as more than a cook. They ask me my opinion when they need help and they offer me assistance when I need theirs. I live for the students and I love the College," he said softly. His long hours, many times seven days each week, attest to his loyalty and love of Wilkes and its students. When he does find time for special hobbies, he says without hesitation that fishing is the only game in town. "I have been fishing all of my life and I have spent many days at fishing holes between Portland, Maine and Jacksonville, Florida." One of Freddy's few secrets rests in knowing exactly where the best fishing holes can be found. He will casually let on that New Jersey has its share of excellent fishing spots and that he does, in fact, spend a lot of leisure time there seeking out unsuspecting trout, bass and bluegill. Only after he divulges that information will he tell you that he has a 'special' friend there by the name of Rosa Malloy who he has known since 1977. "This gives me two good reasons to go to the Garden State," he says laughingly. They call him Freddy the Chef. Students will say, as an often heard trademark, that "his food is very tasty." When Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson was at the College as a guest of Wilkes' first president Dr. Eugene S. Farley, she told Freddy personally, after he prepared her meal, that he has an open invitation to visit with her anytime he is in Texas. He hopes to accept that gracious offer someday. Freddy is a unique man. He is kind, gentle, loving, sharing and caring. He is a man of integrity — learned not through the formal halls of education, but rather through determination and a strong will. From picking cotton, to preparing food for President Roosevelt, to being chef and friend to Wilkes students, Freddy Wall does one thing exceptionally well — he loves to help others. And that can serve as 'Food for Thought' for all of us. SCHOLARSHIP LUNCHEON Over fifty Wilkes scholarship students and their scholarship sponsors attended a special luncheon at the College sponsored by the College's Financial Aid Office. The luncheon was followed by a tour of the Sordoni Art Gallery which, at that time, was exhibiting works of "The Students of the Eight." Scholarship recipients in attendance include [from left to right) first row: Joyce Walsh, Donna Gardner, Marie Suchoski, Maria Smigel, Linda McCarthy, Joan Knapich, Marilyn Thaler, Gabor Varsanyi, Byron Petruska, Colleen Gries, Dina Sauer, Susan Kuzminski, Karen Worlinsky, Sandy Tomko. 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Second row: Pich Zamkowski, Eugene Neary, Joan Thomas, Cheryl Connor McLaughlin, Marta Baker, JoAnne Bennick, David Sedor, Marie Olshefski, Marylou Hizny, Donna Heidel, John Saxe, Tony Kubasik. Third row: Stephen Lewitski, Mike Sulcoski, Vince Turosky, Roy Brady, Gary Michael, Scott Keller, Molly Brace, Michael Cook, Edward Salley, Stanley Kman, Michael Skovira, Tom Brogan. Mike Regeic, Ed Miskiel. Fourth row: Dale Scanlon, Leo Morgan, Michael Satkowski, Francis Rowe, David Hottenstein, Joseph Mitchell, Bill Dempski, Dave Popeck, Jeff Garbor, Ed Czeck, and Ed Hayduck. Rig ley ...to , jie^earch benefit polphin® nyijane Manganella In 1979, Jean-Michel Cousteau, son of famed oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, visited Wilkes College. It was during that visit that Cousteau and Dr. Louis Rigley, a specialist in animal behavior and a member of the Wilkes Biology Department, were introduced. It was soon apparent that the two scientists shared not only an interest in the same field of study, but also a mutual respect and reverence for the environment in general and marine life in particular. z\n invitation was extended by Cousteau to Riglev to work with "Project Ocean Search” for the summer of 1979, in South Carolina. Rigley accepted the invitation which afforded him the opportunity to work with other top researchers in marine biology. It also gave hjm t[le opportunity to work on a special project — to investigate the shallow water feeding habits of wild, Atlantic bottle-nose dolphins. Dr. Rigley’s research in this area has now warranted the awarding of a grant by the merican Philosophical Society o support further study during e summer of 1981. There are R- 5I a' objectives, according to ^-v, for the proposed arch. Primarily, there is very little information currently available on shallow-water behavior, and the study will provide this information. Other objectives include: statistical population estimates; cooperative feeding behavior; correlation of group movement to tide change, water temperature and water salinity; acoustic communication in correlation to specific sound production for specific behavior; and the effect of recreational power boating on dolphins during feeding or movement. Rigley, who recently presented a paper on the subject at the Pennsylvania Academy of Sciences, conducted an 8-day pilot study at the May River in South Carolina last year. During the study it became clear that dolphins could be identified by distinguishing dorsal-fin markings. This is important in that it enabled observers to determine that many returned to the same feeding spots on consecutive summers. It was also determined that these dolphins followed a type of cooperative herding feeding method whereby schools of fish were herded into shallow areas and dolphins actually slid up on the mud bank to catch fish as they The grant will enable Rigley to t esearch another area in which he is vitally interested — underwater communication by dolphins. Rigley has demonstrated in several previous experiments that fish do communicate. Their method of communication is accomplished when they produce sounds by rubbing bone parts together or by vibration of the muscles on their swim bladder. Recognized as an authority on the subject, Rigley has done intensive research for several years in this area. He conducts behavior modification experiments by using an underwater microphone, called a hydrophone, to record sounds. He then plays them back to correlate a specific sound with a specific behavior pattern. Rigley has been at Wilkes College since 1974 and is becoming a well-known authority in his field. His unique teaching” methods, which include intensive class participation and field trips, provide students with a kind of "best of both worlds educational experience. This experience, he believes, is the key to the protection and preservation of our environment. were forced out of the water. SUMMER 1981 13 �S' G WILKES COLLEGE the the end of all the ■ HI Yesterdays. �"What's In This For Me?" or "Drive Off Bridge"' AWARDS DINNER HONORS COLLEGE PERSONNEL Twelve members of the Wilkes faculty and staff were honored for their service to the College. Twenty-Year Service Awards Ten-Year Service Awards and retiring members of the faculty and staff were honored at the special awards dinner held in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. Among those in attendance at the event were — first row from left: Afs. Ruth Spear retiring administrative aide- Afrs. A’ance Cordy 20 years service; Mrs. Rita Zula 10 years service: Afs. Mary LoRusso. 10 years service; Mrs. Judith Griffin 10 years service: Afrs. Harriet Frew, 10 years service. Second row from left Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Dean of Academic Affairs; Dr. Fred Bellas. 20 years service; Mr. Eugene Manganello, Director of Personnel; President Robert 5. Carin- Dr. Andrew Shaw Dean of Management: Mr. Louis Gettinger retiring faculty member and Mr. A.7ex Pawlenok also a retiring member of the Wilkes Faculty. Mrs. Ruth McHenr. and Dr. John Orehotsky were also honored for 10 years of sendee to the College. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW OFFICERS The Greater Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Wilkes Alurnni Association announced the election of new chapter officers recently who will serve for two-year terms. Elected were |above 1. to r.) Carol Pawlw.h, Secretary; Andrea Petrasek, Executive Council; Alan Zellner, Executive Council; Marvin Antinnes, President; Robert Silvi, Executive Council; and Virginia Zukor, Executive Council. Also elected were Carolyn Rome, Vice-President; John Holland, Treasurer; and Executive Council members Loretta Farris, Joanne Levanowski, and Charles Petrillo. The new officers were announced by Mr. James Ferris, Executive Vice-President of the Wilkes National Alumni Association at the Chapter's Annual Dinner held at Irem Temple Country Club. 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY by Betsy B. Condron 1 happen to be a William Safire addict and often get my kicks from his linguistic forays _£ in the New York Times. He recently expounded upon signs which try to cram a message into a few words, leaving the reader confused and/or in hysterics. THIS DOOR IS ALARMED AFTER 6 P.M. makes the city hospital employees it warns realize they, too, "get a bit nervous in that neighborhood after dark." Safire is insulted for the laborers toiling under SLOW MEN AT WORK. We chuckle about SLOW BUMP and IN EVENT OF AIR ATTACK DRIVE OFF BRIDGE, but what about these I came across this winter: INSIST YOUR DOLLARS WORK and MONEY GIVING TIME! Are we supposed to set our greenbacks to cleaning the house or are they adding hours to our day? On second perusal we realize we should not let our money languish under the mattress, but instead, put it in the local bank where it will earn extra benefits. Since the second sign came during December, it reminds us that we have little time left to contribute our excess funds to charity in order to gain tax deductions before the year ends. Do you have excess funds? Do you give them away to gain tax savings? Why DO you give your money to Wilkes, the United Way, your religious organization, or the kid who sells candy for the- scouts (candy you don't need at all!)? We have myriad, individual reasons for our philanthropies, | big or small. (A good description tn __ "love towards of P^daTshown by practical niai’kin “ - suggests one doesn t wealthy to give!) ne<-’d . can demand that you N°b0 ysoffle institution created donale 0 Qthers That's a personal to bene 1 what encourages people deC‘S1so? I hear theSe reasons: lOd°Tnner Satisfaction: the joy of •vfng of helping Other5’ floral Commitment: the "there Mor the grace of God go I", the I e for improvement of the less fortunate's lot. Tax Benefits: the government ahoX"6 taX d^duYcti0n®’ often lessening estate taxes and bate costs as well. Life Income Plans: allow regular income for the donor, and beneficiary, while providing above "perks", too. You've read, herein, frequent references to the last two facets of charitable giving, and I've also talked about it as "a final realization of selflessness," reordering one's priorities, so to speak. Simply stated, most donors want to know two things about their gift: "What's in this for me, and what's in it for you?" Wilkes' planned giving program recently received a tangible property gift, in excess of $10,000. Firstly, that donor believes in Wilkes. He feels we're doing a good job of what we've set out to accomplish. He has tax incentives, sure, and wants life income, too. But, he wanted his gift funds used wisely and for a good purpose . . . voila . . . Wilkes College. People give to institutions which they perceive as reinforcing their own values. If a person has extra money and an interest in an institution, if he is convinced its goals and directions are sound, then a Prime motivation for him is that he's helping to create something of astmg value. Our recent donor's ecision to contribute property to Ur Program was the result of an ssoemtion with the College and a insTi'01'011 that the of the Und Ut'°n WaS worl' dle investment. ren«er rheSe c'rcumstances, another Cre-?1 f°r 8'Vin8 might bc called ■bstitutf SUpp0Vtine Valuable Members of Wilkes College Planned Giving Advisory Committee met this spring at the College to review progress reports and future plans as outlined by College President Robert S. Capin and Mrs. Betsy B. Condron, Director of Planned Giving at the College. Members of the Advisory Committee include (1. to r.) seated: Atty. Harry Hiscox, Wilkes-Barre; Mrs. Esther Davidowitz, Kingston; Mrs. Condron: President Capin; and Mrs. Judy Schall, Shavertown. Standing: Ms. Virginia Masters, E. Stroudsburg; Mr. Bruce Gover, Lehman; Mr. Guthrie Conyngham, Shavertown; Mrs. Dolores Laputka, Hazleton; Mr. Frank Henry, Dallas; Mr. Joseph Petz, Shavertown; and Dr. Thomas Kelly, Dean of External Affairs at Wilkes. Other members of the committee include Mr. Noel Caverly, Shickshinny, Mr. Lonnie Cnnmbc Coombs, Wilkes-Bane; Mr. IM: Ronald Mr ' Ertley, ^Mr^^irby Shavertown; Mr. Richard Maslow, Dallas; Mr Gerald Moffatt, N y c . Mr. William Shull, Hazleton. There is a special character to this charitable institution ... its unique origins, its half-century history, its traditions, and the quality mentioned above. Those strengths caused one successful alumnus to say: "Wilkes is the product of the people in Wyoming Valley, a community which decided it had to help itself by helping its youth. I owe Wilkes and I'll pay my debt in every way I can!" Although that particular Wilkes friend isn't a Methodist, he might agree with good, old John Wesley whose philosophy was "Make all you can; Save all you can; Give all you can" ... to Wilkes' planned giving, maybe? Would you believe that when I started this article I was going to talk about memorial gifts, all kinds of ways you can give to Wilkes in honor of a loved one! Well, I've just -----remind run out of space, and canju.. you that there is no more thoughtful way to show sympathy for the loss of a friend, relative or respected citizen than a gift that lives on in memory of Many Wilkes friends make such condolence gifts a habit, thus assuaging their own sense of loss, demonstrating their sympathy to the family by a lasting gift of value to the whole community, and helping a favorite charitable institution. Of course, such gifts are tax free . . . William Safire would admonish me. The phrase is a redundancy, for there's no such thing as a "free gift". That's what a gift is . . . "free!" I'm going to Ireland soon and have come across this lovely Irish proverb in my reading: "Bare is the compassionless shoulder." For goodness sakes, keep your shoulders covered and, whenever you want to INSIST YOUR DOLLARS WORK, send them along to Wilkes as a "free gift" .. - sorry, Willy. .i , i i To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 1 am interested in learning more about Annuities, Charitable Trusts, and the Wilkes Pooled Income Fund. I wish to record that I have planned a bequest to Wilkes College. that person. Elsewhere in this magazine you'll find a notice about sending such gifts to the College. An j Name appropriate acknowledgement is sent i ! Address to the family, noting that a gift has been made, by whom, but not the , .. , i Phone gift amount. ______________ |_____ _ SUMMER 1981 17 �. . . if one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours. Henry David Thoreau / / The End. 0 the beginning of all the tomorrows. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Summer 1981 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1981 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/d1c48968770e3ea7e9261070aa9d39bb.pdf b77ce7f908970b8780e9e196d93beed8 PDF Text Text �V/1LKG6 COLLEGE raiLi9a< nnmn Wilkes College Volume 5, Nuim|)'Y I Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18766 x r-; -. V SB! . The academic year of 1980-81 was one of continued progress and achievement for Wilkes College. It was an important year, economically and politically for our nation; a year of consolidation for American higher education; and a year of academic and fiscal advancement for our institution. I am certain that all who have a vested interest in Wilkes College will want to review the following Institutional Annual Report of this forty-seventh year in the history of Wilkes College. This report, in the form of a year-end review, highlights in a summary fashion, the important events and activities of a significant year. Some of the chief accomplishments for the year include: u-_-. COVER A To trustees, alumni, and friends - . ........... .............. •• .......... T / - ■ w:.? • ■■ ■ - ■ - " . ■ editor Randall J. Xenakis uus the completion of pswri construction of a -- >— provide ix? space f - :■ ’ " associate editor Jane E. Manganella Continued academic advancement, including the establishment of an affiliated program with Temple University in their pharmacy and dental programs. alumnus editor Richard Raspen PRESIDENT'S REPORT ACADEMICS STUDENTAFFAIRS ADMISSIONS BALANCE SHEET CHRONOLOGY OF EVENTS LOOKING AHEAD SOUTH RIVER ST. CULTURAL EVENTS 3 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 14 contributing staff Betsy Bell Condron Daria Morris '83 Edward White III '80 contributing photographers Donald D. Carey Arthurs. Miller James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert D. Arenstein ’68 Benjamin Badman '41 Mrs. Stanleys. Davies Louis D. Davis, Jr. ’60 Mrs. Walter M. Diener 2 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Charles H. Miner Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt<63 RicnardL. Pearsall •'•MiamA.Perhnuth’51 Jf^eph J. PJnoJa Mrs-Kenneth A. Rhodes Arnold S. Rifkin Harold Rose, Jr. Hon, Max Rosenn Eugene Roth '57 MephJ. Savitz'48 Ronald W. Sirnms '60 Luciana Suraci Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENTS REPORT — 1980-1981 The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. PRESIDENT TRUSTEE EMERITI Miss Mary R. Koons, Honorary Metiiber Donald F. Carpenter, Trustee Enter! Mrs. Richard M. Ehret, Trustee Et>^ Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber, hush1 ■ Man M.CAover.Vh.D.. Trusteed A concerted effort to renew a Reaffirmation of Values at Wilkes. An active year in our expanding student affairs program. Continued substantial philanthropic support for Wilkes from many friends and alumni. Although these accomplishments have helped to strengthen and advance our institution, our job is far from completed. The challenge for the future betterment of Wilkes remains an exciting and worthwhile task in which I hope you will continue to participate. Our progressive development as an institution depends, in nearly equal portions, upon a qualified and responsible student body; upon a dedicated and industrious faculty and staff; and upon loyal alumni, parents and friends who maintain an active involvement in the affairs of Wilkes College. I am pleased to present to you this 1980-81 Annual President's Report which summarizes our progress towards reaching a level of true distinction among the nation's foremost independent liberal arts colleges. circulation Tanya Hallez '67 Robert S. Capin '50 A review of Policies and Procedures for Tenure, Faculty Evaluation, and Administrative Evaluation. Development and approval of plans to build a 205-bed residence hall. art director OFFICERS Alexandra Ehret '•'• Carey Evans 41 FrankM. Henry Andre-. .'Hourigan [r I .../ , - The completion of a Long-Range Planning Document for the College. Jon Schaffer BOARD OF TRUSTEES William L. Conyngham. Chairman RichlardM. Ross, VwCWu, ''Lmphred 52 Mrs. WIlhamDavidowitz,Santiny The implementation of the Wilkes College Nursing Program: Hazleton, which replaces nursing diploma programs and allows Hazleton area nursing students to take Wilkes College courses in Hazleton. Sincerely, Robert S. Capin President "Our progressive development as an institution depends, in nearly equal portions, upon a qualified and responsible student body; upon a dedicated and industrious faculty and staff; and upon loyal alumni, parents and friends who maintain an active involvement in the affairs of Wilkes College." Thomas JI. Kiley, rrw^^rrtw F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Trustee L Louis Shaffer, Trustee Emeritus FALL 19S1 3 �• A new Freshman Honors Program will enable high ability, highlymotivated freshmen to enroll in a special two-semester course. The Program is an interdisciplinary course involving the fields of psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, literature, philosophy and the sciences. ACADEMICS The academic programs at Wilkes College continue to be of excellent quality. The College is blessed with a dedicated and highly qualified teaching faculty which numbers 156 with over half of them holding doctoral degrees from fine universities throughout the country. In a continuing effort to ensure that Wilkes graduates receive a broad and rigorous education which prepares them to be productive citizens, standards have been re-examined and re-emphasized throughout each of the academic departments. » The electrical engineering program received accreditation this year from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), formerly the Engineers' Council for Professional Development (ECPD). The purpose of accrediting is to identify those institutions which offer professional engineering programs worthy of recognition. "In a continuing effort to ensure that Wilkes graduates receive a broad and rigorous education which prepares them to be productive citizens, standards have been re-examined and re-emphasized throughout each of the academic departments." • The College continues to offer students excellent opportunities in the health care field. Degrees are available in Nursing, Medical Technology, and, for eligible students, a seven-year Family Medicine Program leading to a B.S. Degree from Wilkes and an M.D. from Hahnemann Medical College. Other options include a Podiatric Program in cooperation with the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine; Pharmacy and Dental Programs in cooperation with Temple University; and an Optometry Program in cooperation with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. » A new Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) Degree Program has been introduced which will allow students to take a more intensive curriculum in art in preparation for graduate school or a career in the visual arts, or as a means to greater fulfillment as an artist. • Approximately twenty students enrolled in the first class of our new four-year nursing program in Hazleton which filled a void left when the State withdrew its support for Hospital Nursing Diploma Programs. Some Wilkes courses will be taught to students at the Hazleton State General Hospital Complex where their clinical experience will also take place. These students will also experience classes and laboratory periods on the Wilkes campus each week. A new Nursing Department Chairperson, Dr. Virginia Nehring, was appointed in July, following the retirement of Ruth McHenry. As we strive to maintain our tradition of quality and excellence we secured several academic grants this year including: » $24,970 to the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department for equipment for research; « $60,000 to Act 101 for remedial assistance for economically deprived college students; » $129,999 to Upward Bound where underprivileged students receive educational and cultural experiences to assist them in preparing for college; » $32,436 to the Earth and Environmental Sciences Department for radiation monitoring equipment; • $1,200 to Dr. Louis Rigley of the Biology Department for research on dolphins; • $39,000 to Dr. Owen Faut of the Chemistry Department for research; and, • $43,843 to Dr. Joseph Bellucci of the Education Department to work with elementary teachers on energy and pollution. I am also pleased to report on activities relating to the continuing professional development of our faculty. Dr. John Orehotsky, Associate Professor of Engineering, was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship for work in Portugal while full-year sabbatical leaves were taken by Dr. David Leach, Professor of History, and Dr. James Bohning, Professor of Chemistry. One semester sabbaticals were taken by Dr. Clyde Houseknecht, Associate Professor of Biology; Mr. Chester Colson, Professor of Art; Dr. John Orehotsky, Associate Professor of Engineering; and Dr. Bing Wong, Professor of Mathematics. Other areas of academic influence continue to flourish with increased enrollments in the Graduate and Part-time Undergraduate Programs as well as the Division of Continuing Education. Further support of the academic program is provided by the Office of Career Services. It continues to offer guidance to undergraduates and alumni concerning graduate or professional school enrollment and permanent or part-time employment opportunities. The Cooperative Education Program also integrates a student's academic studies with productive working experiences in employing organizations. As reported in the August, 1981 issue of The Wall Street Journal, such experiences effectively augment students' academic preparation. While many of our efforts are being focused on current academic trends, we have not lost sight of the future. With this in mind, a Long-Range Planning Committee was established and has subsequently completed a Long-Range Planning Document for Wilkes College. Released in May of this year, the 140-page Document has three major purposes: 1. to identify and describe the economic forces that will have an impact on W'ilkes over the next five years; 2. quantify (wherever possible) the magnitude of these forces; and 3. articulate some of the implications of these economic forces for Wilkes. The Document is available for review at the College. Additional highlights of the 1980-81 academic year can be found in the Chronology of Special Events at the end of this report. FALL 1981 5 �Since our most important resource is our students, we continue to exert much of our time and energy into making their stay at Wilkes both enjoyable and educational. The best way to underscore the efforts of the Student Affairs staff this past year is to note that they continued to be creative, progressive, and highly STUDENT AFFAIRS productive. All in all, 1980-81 was a good year in Student life. The year began with what we felt was a positive orientation program in which freshmen were adequately introduced to the campus. The counseling and advisement of students remains the chief responsibility of the student affairs office and continues to be the most important aspect of student life at the College. The staff again counseled every’ new student on an individual basis during the fall term which aided significantly in our retention rate and positive performance of students. Housing was an area of concern for the Student Affairs staff this year as a fall overflow of resident students required last minute evaluation of housing availability. As a result of the need for increased housing, the College acquired facilities at the YMCA and converted the area into a women s residence for ninety coeds. The Sterling Hotel again served as a residence hall allowing us to accommodate all the remaining students who would not be housed in College residence facilities. Student Activities was a highly productive area in 1980-81. Under the direction of strong student leadership the students enjoyed numerous social' and cultural events throughout the year and made great strides in centralizing the efforts of student activir offices into the Conyngham cS ar « and Center. ^udei -snt The Intramural Program has expanded, and there were b ft opportunities for students in th F extracurricular area than ever h as evidenced in higher student f°re During the year, the health of110rale' students was maintained at an * °Ur unusually satisfactory level. Th services were efficiently admim Ith by our nurses, and no infections „ epidemics were experienced. OUr relationship with the Family praclResidence Center was continued and their efficient service was an asset to the College and to our students Meeting the financial needs of students remains a significant asneet; the overall life of the College. Durjni>n the year, we feel that the needs of 8 students were reasonably well methowever, we must anticipate the future financial needs of our students in light of probable cutback in federal funding In the area of food service, an area which traditionally is a focal point for problems in student life, we were fortunate to maintain an efficient program at a reasonable budget figure. Much of the success in food service is due to a very cooperative management and an active, constructive student committee. While the College athletic teams posted an overall win-loss record of under .500 with 114 wins and 125 losses, several teams had outstanding seasons during what was considered to be a rebuilding year. The cross country, women's volleyball, field hockey, men's basketball, wrestling, men's baseball, golf, and men's tennis teams all enjoyed winning campaigns. While substantial numbers of private colleges throughout the country continue to be plagued by decreasing numbers of applications and dwindling enrollments, Wilkes College has continued to prosper. A total of 557 freshmen and an additional 150 transfer students were admitted for enrollment last September from better than 1,700 applications. The overall full-time undergraduate enrollment for this past academic year was 2,087 comprised of 52.5% male and 47.5% female students. Approximately 55% of our students were commuters. As a means of comparison, I offer you the following table of admissions statistics for the past two recruiting years: ADMISSIONS burden for the College is of singular importance. More significantly, the fact that three of the new people (two replacements, one expansion) came on board last summer necessitated the development of a training program which, with its success, has allowed us to assemble a topnotch team of professional recruiters and counselors. Having such a team has enabled us to increase our recruitment visitations from 225 to 700 (800 by the end of next year) in just three years. Correspondingly, we have seen increases in inquiries, applications received, deposits received, and enrolled students. In spite of the heavy personnel involvement which these recruiting increases entail, the office has also increased the average Registrations Inquiries Applications Acceptances number of on-campus interviews of •750 1979 7,132 1,628 1,488 prospective students by over 300 per year during this time period. •755 1980 8,485 1,729 1,529 A second, although perhaps less • includes readmitted students dramatic area of significant achievement involves the nearly complete 78% of last year's entering class were computerization of operations in the from Pennsylvania, with 11% from Admissions Office. Our ability to New Jersey, 7% from New York and correspond and exchange information 1% from Connecticut. Several other with prospective students has increased states and foreign countries were dramatically. Our applicants are not also represented. only receiving a better and more prompt While the admissions officers were response to their needs, but they are successful in their recruiting efforts, also receiving better information; in the they also achieved two additional long run, their decisions concerning objectives which strengthened the Wilkes will be more informed, allowing office. First, the office witnessed us an improvement in student retention. a long-overdue expansion in personnel A third area of encouraging success and, second, it made great strides has been in the increase and toward the nearly completed improvement of our on-campus computerization of operations. visitation program. The Visitation Day Since statistics published by this past Spring — our third — was such the National Association of College that we are convinced it should be a Admissions Counselors indicate that an permanent addition to our annual Admissions Office for a college the size calendar. The Junior and Senior of Wilkes should have an administrative National Honor Society Days, Science staff of approximately seven, our ability Expo, and numerous small-group events to go from a staff of three to a staff of have helped us markedly to "open up" six in three short years without causing the campus to a wider constituency. major budgetary or administrative V,, ■■ W “The counseling and advisement ofstudents remains the chief responsibility of the Student Affairs Office and continues to be the most important aspect of student life at the College." 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY While substantial numbers ofprivate colleges throughout the country continue to be plagued by decreasing numbers of applications and dwindling enrollments, Wilkes College has continued to prosper. FALL 1981 7 �administra1 Much attention was devoted to the physical plant of the College during the past year. After several months of research and analysis, the Board of Trustees approved plans for the construction of a S3 million, 205-bed residence hall which will be located at the corner of South River and Northampton Streets on our campus. Construction of the new facility is now underway with an expected completion date of August, 1982. Additional information regarding the new facility can be found on page 12 of this special issue. Improvement of our physical facilities continues as construction of the new residence hall proceeds. Work on buildings and grounds this past vear includes: New roofs and insulation on Pickering Hall, the Center for Performing Arts and several dormitories. Repointing of Weckesser Hall. Exterior painting of Sterling Chapman, Catlin, Weiss, and McClintock HaUs. TIVE AFFAIRS Interior painting and replacement of floor in the College Dining Hall. Demolition of several garages and buildings as called for in our Space Utilization Study. Resurfacing of several badly deteriorated parking lots. “Although these accomplishments have helped to strengthen and advance our institution, ourjob is far from completed. The challenge for the future betterment of Wilkes remains an exciting and worthwhile task in which I hope you will continue to participate." Cleaning, repainting, new roof and windows on Chesapeake and Delaware Halls. Site preparation for new residence hall. Completion of Bedford renovation, including removal of exterior garage. General landscaping to enhance appearance of the campus. Mechanical repairs and interior painting at the Center for Performing Arts. I am pleased to report that with these renovations and additions our campus continues to provide a healthy setting for our students and ren. comprised of both Wilke? C°nirtattPo officials has made great ®nd BUcknL WSiiXSW? ... — special convocation willoffin,?*^. A vvx.vuuauon will officially the celebration which will comm. September of next year. The 19S1 Annual Campaign, the capable leadership of Mr Roth (Wilkes' Class of 1957), raise ’d'sViW successful. The College r:- _ , ibliskoj 1,0°0 which exceeded the established a goalused by $11,000. Funds raised are being are beir to provide additional scholarship tarship assistance to capable and deservii students. tag A concerted effort thr troughout the year by the entire Wilk, revitalize and rekindle res community t0 a Reaffirmation of Values was high on our priority ljst This entailed the continuous challenge of reminding all of 'r th. 1’re campus constituencies that values rcrnc remain an important and very part of the process of education. I pointed out earlier in this report that a dedicated committee comprised of administrators, faculty, staff, and students spent many hours establishing a Long-Range Planning Document for the College. The lengthy report, which will aid us as we move progressively into the 80's, deals with many phases of the College including student enrollment, financial aid, personnel, physical plant, student services, admissions, and development. WILK cfu 1933 VOL. 1, NO. 2 The following Class Notes were compiled from updates received prior to August 1. Please send all information regarding mar­ riages, births, promotions, employment or address changes, advanced degrees, or deaths to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Weckesser Hall, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 1935 WILLIAM G. McDONALD is a chemical engineer for the Stackpole Corporation. He resides in St. Mary's, PA with his wife Ruby and children Margaret, Jane and Mark. WILLIAM R. ORLANDI is now retired and living in Sun City Center, FL, with his wife Arlene. 1938 ROBERT ENGLAND of Athens, PA has retired from his teaching position at Waverly School District. His wife Mary Rose is also retired from teaching. CHARLES F. MILLARD is a partner in the company Whitman Requardt & Associates. He and his wife reside in Towson, MD. 1939 HELEN COATES GRAHAM has been librarian at La Marque School District of Texas for almost twenty years. Her husband, the Reverend Robert Graham, is retired. They live on the Texas Gulf Coast, south of Houston. 1940 LILYANNE BABSKIE QUINN is now a consultant in mental health and physical therapy. She resides in Bevlaville, NC with her husband Emory, who is a chemist. 1941 MARION WATERS BRESSLER is still teaching at State College Area Schools. Her husband Leo is now a retired professor of English. They reside in State College, PA. 1942 ATTORNEY JOSEPH B. FARRELL is an associate of the Flood, Brown, Farrell & Burns law firm of WilkesBarre. He lives with his wife Margaret in Mountaintop, PA. BERNARD J. FLADD of Syracuse, NY is an electronic technician with the General Electric Co. Bernard and his wife Marguerite have two sons, Robert and Joseph. 1943 GEORGE I. RIFENDIFER now works for the Du­ quesne Light Co. where he holds the position of vicepresident. George and his family live in Oakdale, PA. 1945 JEAN C. (STEELE) IBA resides in Hershey. PA with her husband Mark and their four children. Both Jean and Mark are active in their church and they have been MILKES COLLEGE QUARTE. WV traveling around the country in their tent camper. Stop by and see our "new" campus when you are in Wilkes-Barre, folks. 1946 STEWART HETTING, JR. is the manager of inter­ national products, for the General Electric Corporation. CALVIN W. KANYUCK is a teacher at Lake Lehman Senior High School. Calvin resides in Sheatown, PA with his wife Ruth and their two children Dwight and Karen. 1948 FRANCES (WILKI) ABRIBAT is a medical reception­ ist. Frances lives in Franklin Lakes, NJ with her husband Marc and children Mark, Carl, James & Kim. WILLIAM DOBERSTEIN is a senior product engineer for the General Electric Co. of NC. He is married to the former Agnes Aster Zolico. They reside in Chapel Hill, NC. PAUL R. DORIS of Binghamton, NY works for S.P. Ainslie Inc. where he is the secretary of the corporation. Paul and wife Alberta have four children. DRS. SHELDON & JUNE (WILLIAMS) TURLEY are both economic planners for Dow Chemical of Michigan. June Turley is a '50 grad of Wilkes and received her Ph.D from Penn State. 1949 ROBERT ANTHONY of Wilkes-Barre is both secretary and assistant treasurer of Pennsylvania Gas &. Water Company. He's married to the former Jane Spraw, and they have two sons, Robert and James. ELEANOR E. (KRUTE) BEETS is an estate analyst trainee for the Veterans Administration Office in Reno, Nevada. NAOMI (HONS) HAAG of Reading, PA is a librarian at Antietam School District. Naomi holds the M.L.S. from Kutztown State and is presently doing graduate work in guidance counseling. DR. DAVID KATZ is the chairman of the Dermatology section of Orange Memorial Hospital in NJ. Dave earned the M.D. from Hahnemann Medical College. DAVID T. MARTIN is an engineering supervisor for the Aetna Life Company of Scranton, PA. David and his wife Kathryn reside in West Wyoming with their two children. MR. & MRS. JOHN B. MERRITT now reside in Bath, PA with their four daughters, Holly, Susan, Patti, and Marcy. CAROL (WEISS) MORRISON lives in Wyncote, PA. Carol is a counselor for the Philadelphia Board of Educa­ tion. DOLORES (HARTMAN) RICHARDSON of Cham­ paign, IL is a district review supervisor for the Professional Standards Review Organization. 1950 ALLAN JOHN ALLAN is the owner of Allan Industries. He resides in Nanticoke with his wife Catherine. Allan is an extremely hard worker for the College in our fund drives and for the Association. He is Chairman of the Dinner-Dance Committee for Homecoming '81. ROBERT S. CAPIN is the president of Wilkes College. He resides in Wilkes-Barre with his wife Libby. While that in itself is not news, the President asks us to send his regards to the Association through the ALUMNUS. DANIEL E. DORIS, JR., is a staff industrial engineer for the IBM Corporation of Owego, NY. David and family reside in Apalachin, NY. ARMIN J. GILL is a sales representative for the Monroe Calculating Machine Company. Bud resides in Bridgeport, West Virginia with his wife Betty and their children Linda, Donna, and A. J., Jr. THE REVEREND LESTER S. GROSS, JR. is the pastor at St. Alban Episcopal Church of Kentucky. He holds the D.Min. from the Louisville Presbyterian Semi­ nary and resides in Louisville, KY. DR. JOSEPH M. MARINO is a self-employed Osteop­ athy physician in private practice. His wife Rosemary is a pharmacist. They reside in Philadelphia, PA with their three children. 1951 DR. & MRS. THOMAS D. MORGAN reside in Sherrill, NY. Dr. Morgan earned the Ed.D. at Buffalo and is a junior/senior high school principal. His wife ANNE (PERRY) is a '52 Wilkes grad in social studies. JEANNE (CLAYPOOL) VAN NEWENHIZEN and her husband John are fruit farmers in Michigan. Jeanne earned her B.S. in Chemistry. 1952 JANE (SLAWOSKI) D'ANGELO is a teacher for Newark Valley Middle Schools. Jane resides in Newark Valley, NY with her husband Domenico and their sons Anthony and John. MR. & MRS. ROBERT M. EVANS reside in Peoria, IL with their children Lynn and Bruce. Robert is the President of Graham, Roberts Associates. HELEN (SCHERFF), a '53 Wilkes grad, is assistant director of human evaluation operations at Bradley University, where she earned an M.A. in Education. GEORGE LIDD1COTE is second vice-president and assistant branch manager for Employers Reinsurance Corporation of New York. BERNARD D. PRICE is the director of the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Alabama. He earned the M.B.A. at Xavier University and is presently living in Tuscaloosa, AL. 1953 MR. & MRS. LEONARD FELD reside in Binghamton, NY. Leonard is an assistant administrator for Ideal-Wilson Hospital. He received his M.P.A. from Marywood College in 1977. NAOMA (KAUFER) is a teacher at Binghamton School District. ELIZABETH (CHAMPLIN) PARSONS is the President of Psychological Associates of Wisconsin. She resides in Salem, WI with her husband Robert and children. Congratulations go out to ATTY. SANDOR YELEN, who has been elected to the Board of Trustees at the Dickinson School of Law. He and his wife Janice and their children reside in Kingston. ALUMNUS 1 �1954 MR. & MRS. THEODORE KANNER reside in Los Angeles CA. Theodore is executive vice-president of the Jewish Federation Council. He earned the M.S.IV. at Columbia University in 1955. DR. STANLEY 5. KNAP1CH is an associate professor of biolog)’ at College Misericordia, Dallas. PA. Stan holds the D.Ed. in Biolog)- from Penn State and resides in Sweet Valley, PA. 1955 LEONA (GOLDBERG) ALARKIEWITZ is a teacher at New Castle County School District. Leona resides in Wilmington, DE with her husband Kenneth and their sons Martin, Andrew, and Robert. LUC1ANA (DIMATTIA) SVR.ACI a homemaker in Clarks Green. PA. was recently elected to membership on the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. We offer our congratulations and welcome her back. WILLIAM A. ZDANCEWICZ of Edwardsville. PA was recently named director of management services for Penn's Wood Girl Scout Council. Good luck in your new position. Bill. 1959 STEPHEN J. ECHAN, JR. is an equalization director for Saginaw County, Michigan. ELLEN C. (KEMP) GER.AKD is teaching at BayportBlue Point Schools. Ellen and her husband Berni and their four children live in Blue Point, NY. DR. JEROME R. GUTTERMAN is a self-employed dentist in Sacramento. CA. He earned his D.D.S. at Temple University. MR. & MRS. ROBERTJ. PITELreside in Minneapolis, MN. Robert is vice-president of marketing for National Computer Systems while VERA (WROBLE) is a student at the University of Minnesota. DAVID K. WAGNER is president of B & W Inc. of Harrisburg, PA. He is married to the former Marilyn S. Patterson. 1956 JOHN L COATES is presto of LaBar Enterprises, Inc. of Berwick, PA. John also earned the MAA. here in 1974. JOHX P. KfSHXERICK is 3 pablisier. vice-president and general manager for the Chiltcn Bc’k Ccmpan;. He is also on the Board of Dators of the And# Bureau of Circulation. John and his wife Leatric live m Media. PA with their two children. CHESTER H. MILLER is a materials manager for the Westinghouse Electric Corporation of Baltimore, MD. Chester earned his M.S. at George Washington University and is married to the former Alice Bollinger. They have three children, Carolyn, David. and John. JOSEPH P. POPFLE was recently promoted to Deputy Controller of the ILS. Air Force. Headquarters Wash­ ington, D.C. He also received the Presdenfekank award of Meritorious Executive. He is married to the former JUDY (GOMMER), a '57 grad focm Wilkes and they re­ side in Oakton, VA with daughters Holly and Kimberly. MR. & MRS. ROLAND GROVER reside in Edison, NY. Roland is a Quality Control Engineer and MONICA (UTRIAS) is the section head for Colgate Palmolive Company. JOHN F. SHIMSHOCK is project msra-gr at the Electric Power Research Institute, in Palo Alio CA We seem to have some confusion with your addresses, John. Please send us a note and clarify our records. 1957 FAITH (STCHUR) KUHARSKY is a science lab teacher at Rutgers Preparatory School. She resides in South River, NJ with her husband Sergius and four children. Congratulations to DR. GEORGE SILES, Director of Act 101 al Wilkes College. He was recently elected to be Act 101 "Cluster D" Chairman for 1981-82 and to serve as the chairman of the Eastern Regional Executive Committee. He resides in Dallas, PA with his family. NEIL A. TURTEL is President of Tortuga Enterprise Inc. He resides in Woodbury, NY with his wife Reva and children. 1958 MR. & MRS. ANTHONY BIANCO reside in Lancaster, PA. Anthony is a production superintendent at the Slay­ maker Lock Company. MAX BERK GREENWALD is a piu parole administrator for California Department of Correctioi —-3ns. Max earned an M.S.W. at Yeshiva in 1962. NANCY (CASTERL1N) KNIGHT is a salesperson for Odyssey Realty of Texas. ATTORNEY GEORGE R. KUC1K i. _ a partner in the firm of Arent, Fox, Kintner, Plotkin t is Kahi graduate of Villanova Law School a.J m. He is also a and in a D.C. law firm consisting of 120 law) a trial lawyer “Wyers. 2 ALUMNUS 1960 THOMAS D. EVANS of Montrose, PA is a guidance counselor at Montrose Area High School. Tom earned the M A at Oweanta College. DR MARTHA HADSEL assistant professor of English at Penn StateAViLkes-Barre. has received a Residenttai Fellowship for College Teachers front the National Endowmeet for the Humanities. Martha resides in Dallas, PA. THE REVEREND St MRS. AARON G. HASTIE reside h Berwick, PA. The Reverend Hastie is a graduate of the Pittsburgh Seminary with the M.Div. degree and is a min­ ister at First United'Presbyterian Church. JANICE (MAC­ DONALD’ '63, is the school nurse at Berwick Area Schools. ALLYN CARLTON JONES is group vice-president at Bambergers of NJ. He is married to the former Kathryn Messner and they have three children. MARILYN [WARBURTON! LITTER is the director of social services at the Hospital for Sick Children, Wash­ ington, D.C. She earned an M.S.W. at Pitt and is married to Rudolph V. Latter, Jr., Esquire. They reside in Washington, D.C. WILLLAM G. MAXWELL of Philadelphia, PA is a teacher at Philadelphia Public Schools. He holds an M.5. from Temple University. FRANK LEO MAZZEO is the assistant principal at Tunkhannock High School. Frank resides in Old Forge, PA with his wife Marie and their children. RICHARD J. MYERS, former director of marketing at Martz Trailways, has been named vice-president of marketing at Catawese Coach Lines, Shamokin. He resides in West Nanticoke, PA with his wife, LOIS (TREMAYNE), a '57 Wilkes grad, and their two children. MR. & MRS. RONALD PHILLIPS reside in Fleming­ ton, NJ. Ronald is the superintendent of Holland Township Board of Education, while Beverly is an elemen­ tary school nurse. Ron earned the M.Ed. at Temple. BERNARD R. SHUPP is a pilot plant manager for the Fasson Division of Avery International of Ohio. PiOSE (NEUSER) SICNER is the co-owner of Sicner investment Company. Rose resides in Houston, TX with her husband Karel and their children Mark, Karla, and Madeleine. .m°HBrRTc“;WASHBt,RN is Presently working with married to the former CAROLYN Wilkes grad. They have two children i • S°N) RICHARD C. BRAYSHAW oI u, “ and Neil. President of R. C. Brayshaw & r arncr- Nil ■ 'M married to the former FRANCIS ANN >nc u"1.' they have four children. IWALLS). -fc"'' ROBERT S. CLOSKEY is the assist, ' Banking Bureau for the Pa. Department"' fR «' Ike DIRK DUNLAP of Bucks County p/. nk,n8 at Newtown Friends School. Dirk rarnJSl..eadn'«ttt History at Lehigh University. “ "ls M.A. [n MARY ANN FOLEY is a teacher at Wvom' of Kingston, PA. Mary Ann resides in DaHa"1 pSen"natY SALLY (ZUPKA) HIGGINS is a psv . Monmouth Medical Center. Sally resides in T Cta'1'lsl al NJ with her husband James and their child™FallsClaire. and ARLINE (HARRISON) JONES of Guerneville r. ■ teacher at Guerneville Elementary School. She i " “a to the Reverend Robert Jones, and they have IwJ’a'"'’1 ters Juliette and Carolyn. Y WILLIAM LEE MORRIS is a brokerlexchaneer r Mike Power Realtor of Naples, Florida. 6 ” WILLIAM FINE RAUB is the associate direr the National Institutes of Health. He is also the ■rtor fOr of NIH Intramural Research Programs. Bill manager Ph.D. from Penn in 1965. earned the HAROLD ROSE of Dallas, PA has been elected to the Wilkes College Board of Trustees. Rose serves as President and Chief and Executive Officer of the Wyoming National Bank of Wilkes-Barre. Congratulations, Harold! BARBARA (PRICE) SCHAFER is an asslsiai .assistant chief for the Connecticut State Department of Mental "™al Barbara has published many articles such as " ‘ Health. _..r„ "An Expertential Learning Laboratory." She holds a Master's degre ree in Nursing Education, earned at Pitt. FRANK M. SCUTCH of Woodbridge, VA is a personnel officer for Defense Logistics Agency, located in Alexan­ dria, VA. 1962 ELVA ICHERNOW) BERGER is an administrative assistant for Open Doors/Economic Development Council of NY. JOHN DIMOND is the president of Bergman's Depart­ ment Store, Kingston, PA. JOEL P. HARRISON is senior vice-president of Benton & Bowles Inc. of NY. He resides in Wyckoff, NY with his wife Sally and their two sons. JACK A. PRITCHARD is a self-employed insurance agent. He resides in Wyoming, PA with his wife Sandra and their children Vern, Cynthia, and Jack. He earned the M.A. from Iowa in 1967. CLYDE ROBERTS of Colmar, PA is now the vicepresident of Finance for Amchem Products, Inc. PHILLIP W. STEVENS has been elected as an officer of the Keystone Junior College Alumni Association Execu­ tive Committee for the 1981-82 school year. Phillip resides in Clarks Summit, PA. DARIUS F. THOMAS of Bellevue, WA is the manager of the Aviation Division of the Insurance Company o North America. DR. JANET (SIMPSON) WILKINSON is now residing in Lynchburg, VA. She is Coordinator of ^ou.ns,e.. Services at Central Virginia Community College an an Ed.D. from the University of Virginia. ,nc'and holds the P°sition of Insurer. 1961 GIL HO BAI is a systems analyst for Anheuser Busch Co., Inc. He resides in St. Louis, MO with wife Bernet and their two children. F. ROBERT BOBKOWSKI for the Pall Corporation of 1 1 is a regional sales manager Bridgeport, CT. Robert is 1963 JOHN S. ADAMS is the president of Adams & Adams Inc. located in Allentown, PA. John resides in Emmaus, PA with his wife Diane and their children Peter, Richard and Arianne. DR. MARY (REGALIS) ALTHAUSER is an assistant professor of microbiology al Colorado Stale UniversityMary resides in Longmont. CO with her husband William. She earned the Ph.D, at Kentucky. LINDA (PALKA) BORICK is a French teacher al Danville Area School District. Her husband DR. RONALD received his associate degree from Wilkes in 1962. They reside in Danville, PA with their sons Steven & Matthew. RUTHANNE (MACRI) PORTER is a physician's assistant. She resides in Perkasie, PA with her husband William and their four children. ANN (LIGETI) RUPE is a career education specialist for Seattle Public Schools. She resides in Mercer Island, WA with her husband William and two children. JOHN B. SHEVCHUCK is an administrator at Citizens General Hospital of Houston, TX. John resides in Tombell, TX with his wife Cora and their son Eric. His M.S. in Hospital Care Administration was earned at Trinity College. CLAIR (HANDLER) SILVERSTEIN owns Cheshire Cat Jewelers of Caldwell, NJ. She is presently enrolled at Montclair State College, NJ for certification in TESOL. She also earned an M.S. at Brooklyn College. SHEILA (MILLER) SULLUM and her husband Harold reside in Honesdale, PA. Sheila is the treasurer for Sullum's Inc. 1964 RONALD L. BALDWIN teaches music at Branford Public Schools. His wife Sandra is also a teacher. They have three children and reside in Branford, CT. Ron earned an M.A. in Music from Yale University. LOUIS H. COOPEY is a self-employed photographer. In 1979 he was selected Wisconsin Photographer of the Year. In 1980 he was awarded the Associate Fellow of Photography Degree. He also owns the Keystone Group, a real estate investment firm. Congratulations on all your accomplishments, Lou. Best wishes from all your Nanticoke friends. JOHN ANTHONY GAVENONIS is a Force Develop­ ment Officer at Tobyhanna Army Depot. He resides in Larksville, PA with his wife June and sons John and Jason. JEROME GERALD has recently joined the Sears, Roebuck and Company staff as a customer service manager at the Eastern Territory Office, St. David's, PA. MALCOLM D. GROPPER of Holmdel, NJ is senior vice-president at Leisure Technology Corporation. J. DOUGLAS HAUGHWOUT is a planning manager for Contel Data Services Corporation. He's also a member of the National Guard and holds the rank of Major. ROBERT H. KRESSLY is the assistant supervisor for the American Cigar Company of Mountaintop, PA. DR. & MRS. VINCENT McHALE reside in Cleveland Heights, OH. Dr. McHale is the chairman of the Depart­ ment of Political Science at Case Western Reserve Univer­ sity. ANN (COTNER), '61, is an elementary teacher. WILLIAM J. MULFORD is a teacher for the Berryessa Union School District of San Jose, CA. SHEILA (ROSEN) NACHLIS resides in Wilkes-Barre with her husband Harry and their sons Warren and Brian. JAMES E. PACE holds the position of Auditor at Morris County Savings Bank, NJ. He’s married to the former Lenore Granitzki, and they reside in Morris Plains, NJ with their children Brian and Brenda. LORRAINE (DYERS) PRICE of Newport, VA is an Interior Designer for Miller & Rhoades Department Store. DAVID SIMPSON of Mountaintop, PA has been appointed chief of the local office of the Bureau of Mines, U.S. Department of Interior. Dave also earned an M.S. in Chemistry here in 1968. HARRIS TOBIAS is a self-employed earth artisan. He earned an M.A. in 1972 at New Mexico State and resides in North Montpelier, VT with his wife Ellen and their children Avrom and Jonah. DR. GERALD W. WILLIAMS is the director of the Office of Management Practices for the Michigan State Government. He holds a Ph.D. from Washington. 1965 BOYD AEBLI is now an advisory programmer for the IBM Corporation of Endicott, NY. He resides in Endwell, NY with his wife Mary and their two daughters, Kathryn and Melanie. DR. CATHERINE DeANGELIS is director of pediatric primary care at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. DALE H. EDWARDS is the regional supervisor for the United Republic Life Insurance Company. Dale earned an M.A. from Lehigh University and resides in Catasauqua, PA. DELMER F. GIBERSON is a teacher for the Lake Lehman School District. Delmer holds an M.Ed. from Temple and resides in Wyoming, PA with his wife Carmela and their son Scott. MR. & MRS. RONALD GROHOWSKI reside in Boulder, CO with their sons Steven and Robert. Both Ronald and MARY (CRAHALL), '60, work for the l.B.M. Corporation. MOLLY (BOYLE) KRAFCHIK is a homemaker in Nanticoke, PA. She is married to David Krafchik, a math teacher, and they have three daughters, Julie, Amy and Beth. Molly received her M.Ed. from Temple Univer­ sity. DR. W. DAVID LARMOUTH is presently teaching chemistry al Dundee Central School, Dundee, NY. Dave, sorry about the mix-up on your graduation year. From now on you will be with the class of '65. He also earned an M.S. from Wyoming in 1973. DR. HERBERT N. MAIER is the plant manager for Ideal Gas Products, Inc. He earned his Ph.D at Penn State and is married to the former MILDRED GROSS, a '66 Wilkes grad. JOSEPH P. MALONEY has just received his Ph.D. in human development from the University of Maryland. Joseph is a doctor/major in the U.S. Army. He resides in Silver Springs, MD with wife Catherine and their children Joseph & Patrick. MICHAEL MOSTELLO is the director of shortage control at Gimbels in Philadelphia. His wife BARBARA (YANUNZIO) is a '66 Wilkes grad. They have two sons, Michael and John, and they reside in Drexel, PA. ROBERT PRITCHARD is a chief in the U.S. Coast Guard, Research Programs Branch. He resides in South Weymouth, MA with his wife and children. JAMES REID is the owner of Captain Newicks Lobster House in South Portland, ME, and invites all his friends and alumni to stop by and say hello. EDWARD TROYAN is a professor of electronics at Lehigh County Community College. He is married to the former BARBARA GRAYTOCK, a '67 Wilkes grad. Ed earned his M.S. in 1972 at Rochester Institute. DAVID CHARLES WALKER is a labor relations assistant at General Dynamics of Pomona, CA. He resides in Irvine, CA. MARY (BUTKOSK1) ZALESKI has a new position with Nesbitt Memorial Hospital as a discharge planner. Mary resides in Glen Lyon, PA with her husband Francis and children Aimee and Peter. 1966 BEVERLY (GRANAT) ACHENBERG will be studying al the Center for Studies of the Person, La Jolla, CA. Beverly is an art teacher. DAVID L. CHRISTMAN is a software engineer for Smiths Industries, Inc. David resides in Holiday, FL with his wife, Deborah. DONALD L. DAVIS is the director of accounting and crediting at Asher & z\sher, Philadelphia, PA. ROBERT H. ERICSON is a financial systems consul­ tant tor Sun Company of PA. He earned an M.B.A. at the Wharton School and resides in Phoenixville, PA. ALAN C. GAMBLE is a program manager for l.B.M. of Princeton. NJ. He resides in Yardley, PA with his wife Susan and their daughter Marie. CLEMENT A. GAYNOR of Oxon Hill, MD is a super­ visory evaluator for the U.S. General Accounting Office of Washington, D.C. ROBERT C. HARDING is the principal at Souderton Area School District. Dr. Harding resides in Telford, PA with his wife Ann and their daughter Cheryl. EUGENE A. MACUR is working as an electronics engineer for the U.S. Navy. He is married to the former Nancy L. Ogle, and they reside in Perkasie, PA. Gene earned an M.S. in Engineering al Penn. MARTHA (DOMINGUEZ) MAGUIRE of Captain Cook, Hl is a Student Activities Coordinator at Ka'u High and Pahala Elementary School. She is married to Charles T. Maguire, and they have two sons, Kale and Alika. RHODA (ORAM) MELLNER is a teacher for the Scranton Area School District. Rhoda resides in Scranton with her husband Michael and their two children Marni and Stephen. She earned an M.A. in English from the University of Scranton. JOHN R. NOVAK is the vice-president of Pullman Standard of Chicago, IL. John, tell us more about your recent experiences so we can pass the news along to the Alumni. C. ROBERT ORNER, II of Montrose, PA is a teacher at Elk Lake School District. He holds an M.A. from Marywood College. DR. JOHN R. ROKITA is a peridontist in private practice. He resides in Doylestown, PA with his wife Maureen and children. John studied dentistry at Temple. ROGER ROLFE is vice-president of Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc. Roger resides in Clearwater, FL with his family and makes his many clients smile. JUDITH (VANSLETTE) RUBOW is a teacher at the Education Opportunity Center al State University of NY. She resides in West Islip, NY with her husband Eugene. WILLIAM SCHNEIDER is leaching al Hazleton Area School District. Bill resides in Hazleton with his wife Janet and children. His M.Ed. was earned at Lehigh. RUTH (NEWHART) SINCLAIR of Waverly, PA is a guidance counselor in the Abington Heights School Dis­ trict. Her M.S. in Counseling was earned at Scranton in 1970. STEPHEN AMER VAN DYCK resides in Philadelphia, PA with his wife Pamela. Steve is the president of Inter­ state & Ocean Transport Company. DONNA (TROIANO) ZANE is a project engineer for the New Jersey Department of Transportation. She resides in Yardville, NY with her husband James. ROBERT J. ZEBROWSKI is a teacher of remedial reading at New York City Schools. He holds an M.S. in Education from C. W. Post and resides in East Meadow, NY with his wife Anne and their daughter Nichole. 1967 JOSEPH M. ADOMIAK of Newark Valley, NY is presently teaching at Newark Valley Central School District. He holds the M.S. degree in Elementary Educa­ tion from SUNY. LEWIS CHERE is an assistant professor of history at Mesa College. Lewis received his Ph.D. from Washington State University in 1978. He resides in Grand Junction, CO. MR. & MRS. MICHAEL DZIAK reside in Binghamton, NY with their sons Todd and David. Michael is a sites service manager for l.B.M. Mike's wife RACHEL (PHIL­ LIPS) is a 1964 Alumna. DR. THEODORE J. GOURLEY, JR. is the Director of the gifted education program of the New Jersey State Department of Education. Theodore resides in Vincetown, NJ with his wife Marlene and their daughter Katrina. He earned the Ed.D. degree from Temple University in 1976. SANDRA M. GRINZI is a teacher at Groton Public School District. She holds the M.A. in Education from Connecticut. ALUMNUS 3 �GEORGE POT^AfXfMano^ulol We" Chester, . ^’et]ands Institute. P°nlvN'E SK1BAI REYNOLDS of Jersey City, NJ has a J0AXNE| . „ practice in Jersey City and also pri\J'7SL ler” City Board of Education. 70 Wilk® JANET (BL41RI. 68. " wARON (STRZELCZYK) ROBINSON is the chairSHA??he business education department at W alienXck Area Schools. Sharon resides m Rafton, PA Williamsburg, VA' 1S a Dr. Park holds a Ph.D. from Colorado. 1968 •T BALTUSAVICH received her BRONWYN (REESE) State College in 1978. She resides M.Ed. from Kutztown S« husband Michael and son in Pottstown. PA with her JI«XE (HEINEMANl BATORY is currently a student ManW working towards her with her husband George. DOROTHY (DELON) RODZVILLA ts a domestic 1,0 the Rodzvilla children. Dorothy resides X m PA with her husband, Dr. John Rodzvilla, and their three ch^ SCH0NFELD reside in AllenMR. & MRS...pi ...hh their three children. Ivan is the executive town, 0........ 0f the lewsh Federation of Allentown. Mrs. $donfeld°fr theJformer JILLIAN GOLD, class of'69. ROBERT F. SKRINAK was recently certified as a Regional Seminar Coordinator and Community Trainer by Ph.D. Good luck, Anne! the Personal Dynamics Institute of Minneapolis. He MR. & .MRS. BRUCE BROWN reside in Mt. Laurel. resides in Dupont, PA. NJ with their children Kara and Erica. Bruce is a. esman DR. ALBERT EDWARD STOFKO is a dentist. His for the Regal Corrugated Box Company. D D is from Temple, and his major field of dentistry DR. ROBERT L. BROWN has been appointed director is ’ in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Albert resides in of medical education'infection control officer at WilkesBarre General Hospital. He fives m Dallas with hb Wilkes-Barre, PA. BARRY TIRAS of Walnut Creek, CA is owner/direclor wife and two children. MAURICE D. CARDONE is the chairman of the of Community Services Child Center. He received his business department at Northwest Area High School ALA. from Sonoma State University in 1977, in addition Marty resides in Nanticoke. PA with his wife Lucy and to an M.A. in Education from California in 1976. their son Daryl. He can be reached at 735-1234 for the PAUL L WILLIAMS is now the editor of THE best pizza in Nanticoke. There's your plug, MartyMETRO - an arts news magazine for the Pocono North­ ANTHONY J. CHERL NDOLO is an associate broker east. We'll keep you in mind, Paul, the next time we're for James R. Nasser, Realtors. He resides in Old Forge. reading THE METRO. PA with his wife Marie and daughters Teri and Christina. MR. & MRS. MICHAEL J. WORTH reside in Colum­ SALLY CORBISHLEY is a teacher at Jefferson Town­ bia. MD. Mihael is the director of development at the ship High School Sally resides in Lake Hopatcong, NJ. University of Maryland while his wife HELEN (DUGAN), BERNICE (LUCKENBACKT DORAN is in the precess '68, is a newsletter editor for Feingold Associates of the of getting her graduate degree from Hood College Freder­ United States. ick, MD. Bernice also works as a management analyst. Bernice is married to John A. Doran, and they have 1969 three girls. ROBERT BURNAT of New York is a controller with ALICE (FRONDUTB EDWARDS of Tunkhannock, PA Arthur H. Ross, Inc. He is married to the former Elissa is a teacher at Tunkhannock Area School District. Abelow, and they have a son, Benjamin. We enjoyed PAUL P. FOSKO is the chief planning engineer for seeing Bob at a New York City Alumni reception last fall. the Pa. Department of Environmental Resources. He earned an M.A. in Engineering at Pena State. KENNETH W. CHAPPLE is a credit manager for Metropolitan Wire Corporation and is also a CPA. He lives DR. BRUCE H. GOODMAN opened a new practice in Shavertown, PA. for optometry in Forestville. MD. Congratulations on your appearance on the "Good Morning Wsshington Siow." Congratulations are extended to JOHN J. CHOPACK n—i 1/_____ • We are sure you were great. Bruce earned his D.O. upon being admitted »<> to partnership in Peat, Marwick, degree at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. .Mitchell & Co. RICHARD HARMON teaches at Bridgewater Raritan THOMAS G. EVANS has a new position as principal High School. He resides in Bo-and Brook, NJ with his of Bay-View Middle School of Anne Arundel County. He wife Roberta and their two sons Thomas and James. lives in Linthicum, .MD with his wife Monica and their Rick's M.A. is in Psycholog)- from Montclair State. three children. JULIUS F. HARMS is a purchasing agent for EMC CAROL H. KLIMCHAK is the Director of Partial Corporalion of Chicago. IL. His wife ZOZISLAWA Hospitalization at the Friendship House Children's Center. (PACIEJI is also a '68 grad. They reside in Brookfield. Carol resides in Plymouth and earned her M.S.W. at IL With their children. Eric and Sarah. Marywood College. nrSr £J|Tf KS0N of Ea-^on, PA is the assistant MATTHEW D. KOPETCHNY holds the title of principal for the Easton School District. His M.Ed. was Assistant Administrator/Assistanl to Medical Director at earned at Lehigh. Polyclinic Medical Center, He lives in Harrisburg PA mJ,A?UE™ |RLW| KAPLAX « 4 teacher al ShenMatt earned an M.P.A. in 1975 at Marywood College endehowa Central Schools. DR IRVING MENDELSSOHN is an assistant profes- al Louisiana State University Center for Wetland ITT' P?nSidK Bal°n R°U«e' LA wilh hi* ILwhhLMRS' holds an M.Ed. from Ha°ntWilm*n' MA- He a'S° 0R™ reside in NaPe™He, ezeculiv mN”5 7 7 a"d John' R°ber1 is an acc°unl NANCY INFWFnde" ln'er"a,,onal °f New York. Wife AANLY (NEWEL) is a 1968 Alumna. at fc^N?E)'reC,°r '"f0'™1'00 Ee™ces as first 4 ALUMNUS Awards Competition, conducted of Hospital Public Relations n,„ bY the a =m,. M,M<KSHAROU)H^HrSo^ r"£r' Plains' PA' has b“" selected P e winner in the nationwide 1981 MacEachern V"h 'heir DANIEL MARK SALSBURG ' back bookshop in Philadelphia Pa °' vni;r of, °'vn er of{J GAIL (HADSALL) THOMPSON l”Pe" with her husband Robert and thni .rcs,d« in F,n ELLEN A. (TAGGART) ±'rdaU^Ne^PA tant for the Cortis Publishing Cnn/" “'""^1 , in Indianapolis, IN. E °mPany. Elten ,7"’ MARGERT (FISHMAN) UFBFRc PA with her husband and VthR^^d“ - Ki„gs(on ELVA (COSTELLO) VALENTINE They reside in Dallas, PA, ' " ne Suzuki sa7 Sales. MARJORIE (SHAFFER) VICTOR ■ • with her husband Michael and ((,„;' “777 and Meredith. "eir child, Melissa DAVID WORTH, King of Prussia p. , tai music instructor for the Upper'll “ lnslru nienr«menDistrict. He is married to the former n ? Scho°l Zikosky. They have three children »•»* JUDITH (SHENESKY) YOST has „ pointed to lab manager al Allentown Hospfra" V"” apin Breinigsville, PA with husband, RichardI Sh'resides SUZANNE (SWENSKI) YUNKUNIS rerid - , Barre, PA with her husband William d “Wllkes’ writes magic books and invents new new magic magic effM« effects. 1970 DR. ROBERT E. BURKE is ccurrently -c..^ aa third year medical student at the University, of — Texas -™.s Medical School at San Antonio. ANDREW D. CHEPLICK of Oakland, NJ is a financial ^StenJjSYanalySt f°r lhe S°ny CorP°ralion' Long Island JUDITH (VERVERS) CRUSE received her M.A. from Indiana University of PA in 1979. MR. & MRS. BARRY J. DAVENPORT reside in Clifton Park, NY with their sons Ryan and Matthew. Barry is a field supervisor for Metropolitan Insurance Company. CHERYL (SLOMPAK), '69, is a counselor for the hearing impaired at Saratoga-Warren Boces. THEA (CHESLUK) ESCARGE is a teacher for the Wilkes-Barre School District. She resides in Wilkes-Barre, PA with her husband John and their two daughters. J. TERRY FALSTROM is a senior salesman for Hilti, Inc. of Massachusetts. Terry resides in Plympton, MA with his wife Angela and daughter Gentian. FRED HARKINS is a chiropractor at Harkins Chiro­ practic Office in Lancaster, CA. DAVID JENKINS resides in Wilkes-Barre with his wile Debra and their son James. Dave is an insurance agen for the Western-Southern Life Insurance Company. JOSEPH R. KOLM is the assistant controller for the Geon International Corporation of Woodbury, JJOSEPH KOLSBY is the owner/manager of Stride- j[e He shoes located in Willowbrook Mall, Wayne, resides in Clifton, NJ wilh his wife Susan. WILLIAM D. KUSS works and lives in Seoul, ou Korea and travels extensively throughout Kom. F and Hawaii. Bill is chief for the Systems Software Bran of Joint Command Information Systems. senior research JANICE (SAUNDERS) MALIN is a : , She resides in mathematician for Systems Control, Inc. Saratoga, CA with her husband Mark. STEVEN J. NEWMAN is an account ««-<> E. F. Hutton of Washington, D.C. Steve resides m A ton, VA. ANDREA (WARGO) REED is an environmental impact statement task leader for Oak Ridge National I ab TN. Andrea and her husband Harold reside in Knox­ ville, TN. MELVIN C. ROGERS, JR. resides in Perryville, MD with his wife Cindy and son Steve. Melvin is a pilot for Eastern Airlines. ROBERT SCHWARZ is vice-president of Harry L. Schwarz & Company. He is also the treasurer of Morris County Board of Realtors for the 1980-81 year. He resides in Budd Lake, NJ with his wife Monica. CHARLES A. SPANO, JR. obtained certification as an elementary principal in February, 1980. He is also a published science fiction writer listed in Contemporary Authors. Charles resides in Scranton with his family. LEWIS H. STROUSE is the director of music education at Hanover College, IN. He received both his M.M. and M.S. degrees from Indiana University in 1976 and 1977 respectively. GREGORY R. SUMMERS is a computer specialist for the U.S. Army Computer Systems Command. He resides in Petersburg, VA with his wife Gloria and their children Shari and Mark. THOMAS J. TIMPERMAN is a senior buyer for Johnson & Johnson of NJ. Tom resides in Pennington, NJ with his wife Patricia and their son Jeffrey. ROSEMARY (D'ELIA) VARONE resides in Newark, DE with her husband Vincent and their children Stacey and Karen. RICHARD WETZEL resides in Toms River, NJ with his wife Sandra. Our last report shows Rich as a teacher in Jackson, so we will ask him for another update. 1971 CAMILLE (STANIS) BALENT is a teacher associate for the Luzerne Intermediate Unit of Kingston, PA. Camille resides in West Pittston, PA with her husband Edward. JOHN C. BARANOWSKI of Dallas, PA is a teacher at the Lake Lehman School District. John holds an M.A. from Bloomsburg State and resides with his wife Judith and three sons, John, Jarrod, and Jeremy. MARY (SNYDER) BEATY is pursuing a degree in Interior Design at Northampton Area Community College. DR. & MRS. JAMES BUTKIEWICZ reside in Newark, DE. Jim is an assistant professor at the University of Delaware. MARY ELLEN (FISCHER), 71, is a reading teacher at Perryville Middle School. They have a daughter, Erica. THOMAS C. DEMOVIC is the credit manager at Houbigant, Inc. Thomas resides in Union, NJ with his wife Janet. CHERYL (PETYAK) GIBSON is the assistant director of the Cooperative Education Office here at Wilkes College. Her husband Larry' manages the local Radio Shack Outlet. They have one daughter, Christy. MR. & MRS. ANDREW GUBANICH reside in East Texas, PA with their daughter Rebecca. Andrew is the manager of Air Products & Chemicals of Allentown, PA. MARY L. HANCOCK is a teacher at the Wyoming Area School District. Mary resides in West Pittston. RACHEL (WALISON) LOHMAN has been appointed to the position of director of financial aid at Wilkes College. Congratulations - glad to have you as a member of our staff. BERNARD K. MALLAN is an accounting executive at Fred S. James Inc. Bernard resides in West Orange, NJ with his wife Edwina. Region V Alumni know Buck as their regional Vice-President on the executive council. DAVID J. McAFEE of Gresham, OR is district Sales Manager at Rockwell International. DONNA (SERINO) MICHAYLO of Old Forge, PA is a teacher at the Abington Heights School District. BARBARA (WARD) NIXON is a teacher for Anne Arundel County. She resides in Arnold, MD with her husband Terrence. MRS. HELEN (LEWIS) NIXON is the Director of the Lower Division classes at De Matha Catholic High School in Maryland. She is married to Lt. Alan Nixon. RONALD L. PRYOR teaches at Hanover Area School District. Ronald resides in Pittston, PA with his wife Nancy and their daughter Lara. WENDY ANN (REIDER) SIMKO is a biochemist for the American Hoechst Company. Wendy resides in Lin­ den, NJ with her husband Ronald and their son Jeffrey. GAY (ROBERTS) STAHLEY is a teacher at the Wyom­ ing Area School District. MARY ELLEN (POINTER) TRACY is a guidance counselor at New York School for the Deaf. She resides in White Plains, NY with her husband James and daughter, Elizabeth. GEORGE G. JONES is a manager of clinical research at Ethicon, Inc., a division of Johnson & Johnson. TERRY S. JONES is a C.P.A./manager at Baron, Strassman & Company of Stroudsburg, PA. Terry and his wife Carol reside in Tannersville, PA. KATHLEEN KATARYNICK of Harleysville, PA is a teacher at North Penn School District. MR. & MRS. EDWARD KONDRAD reside in Burke, PA with their children Heidi and Shannon. Ed is a mer­ chandise manager at K-Mart, and wife ILENE RUTH (GELB) is a 75 Alumna. ALEXIS (BUCHINA) KOSZYKOWSKI is a staff analyst for C & P Telephone of Maryland. Alexis resides in Laurel, MD with her husband Timothy and their son Michael. KATHRYN (RAMSEY) KRYSIUK is a teacher for the Wilkes-Barre School District. Kathryn resides in Trucks­ ville, PA with her husband Joseph. HENRY M. LABODA, JR. works for the Department of Biochemistry at Hahnemann Medical College. Henry resides in Philadelphia, PA and earned an M.S. degree at Temple University. THE REVEREND WILLIAM N. LUKESH is the Pastor of Benton United Methodist Church. He received his Master's of Divinity from Drew University in 1979. SCOTT C. RASWYCK is a sales engineer for Hexcel Chemical Products of NJ. He resides in Nashua, NH with his wife Dawn. BARBARA (COHEN) REILLY is a teacher for the Dallas Area School District. Barbara resides in Edwardsville, PA with her husband Kevin. JULIE (LEVOY) SAUDER is the music director at Trinity Lutheran Church of Dover, NJ. Husband WILLI­ AM is also a 1972 grad. BARBARA (McNICHOLL) SCARPINO is a district representative for Curriculum Instructional Management System. Barbara resides in Oriskany Falls, NY with her husband Arthur and their three children. JOAN SHURMANEK is a teacher at Medina Senior High School. Joan earned her M.A. at Notre Dame and resides in Lockport, NY. MICHAEL SKVARLA is a technician at Cornell University of New York. His wife JOANNE (WARGO) is a 72 Wilkes graduate. They reside in Lansing, NY with their children Michael and Natalie. JAMES TARITY has recently assumed the position of President of the Schuykill Business Institute in Potts­ ville, PA. Congratulations! Jim earned the M.P.A. degree at Penn State and served as Department Chairman at Lackawanna Junior College. JOANNE R. WASCOLONIS is an art teacher at Quaker­ town Community School District. Joanne resides in Allentown, PA. THEODORE YEAGER is a teacher at Danville High School. Ted resides in Riverside, PA and performed well at our Alumni softball game last May. MELINDA (DAWSON) TURNBULL, of Northfield, VT is a consulting teacher assistant at Northfield Jr.-Sr. High School. Melinda is taking graduate courses through the University of Vermont in Special Education. RICHARD A. URCIUOLI of New York City, NY is a buyer for Colosuem Book Company. ROBERT R. WALP is the manager of Industrial Engineering for Knoll International, Inc. SANDRA B. WATKINS, of Forty Fort, PA is activities director/volunteer coordinator at the Wesley Village of Pittston. DR. JAMES C. WEAVER is a senior research chemist for Eastman Kodak. Dr. Weaver resides in Rochester, NY. He holds a Ph.D. from Penn State. LUCRETIA (GEIGER) WOOLF is an elementary teacher at Encinitas Schools. Lucretia resides in Encinitas, CA with her husband Dr. Nigel Woolf and daughter Shaylyn. 1972 JOSEPH BOYANOWSKI is a systems analyst for Emery Air Freight of Dunmore, PA. He resides in Avoca with his wife Wendy. MR. & MRS. GUY J. COMPARETTA reside in Old Forge, PA with their daughter Cara. Mrs. Comparetta is the former SANDRA HOLL, 72. Guy is the division controller for the Leslie Fay Company. JUDITH (GREENSTEIN) DAVIS has recently been promoted to the position of Corporate Manager for Professional Placement with the Baptist Medical Centers of Birmingham, Alabama. RICHARD GARINGER is a teacher of music at the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. MR, & MRS. SHELDON GERMAN reside in Clifton Park, NY with their son David. Sheldon is the program director of Saratoga County Association for Retarded Children. Mrs. German is JANICE (KATUNA), also a member of the Class of 1972. Congratulations to GEORGE & LINDSAY (FARLEY) GETTINGER on the birth of their daughter, Eliza. KATHLEEN (KOTERBA) GOOBIC of Laurel, MD is a teacher for Prince George's County Company Public Schools of Maryland. BRUCE E. GOVER was recently promoted to vicepresident, assistant secretary, and regional trust adminis­ trator of Northeastern Bank of Wilkes-Barre. Bruce and his wife ELIZABETH (CLEMENTS), 73, reside in Lehman, PA. CLARK J. HAMMAN is assistant band director at Bethlehem Area School District. Clark resides in Heller­ town, PA with his wife Catherine and their children Chadd and Cayle. WILLIAM A. HANBURY is the director of convention and visitor bureau of Syracuse Chamber of Commerce. Bill earned an M.A. degree from Syracuse University. DEAN R. HOUCK was recently elected President of Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, District IX for the 1981-82 year. MR. & MRS. ROBERT JARRETT reside in Paines­ ville, OH with their daughter. Amy. Bob recently was promoted to Senior Research Chemist at Diamond Sham­ rock Research Centers. PATRICIA (CHAPURA) is also a 1972 graduate. 1973 DONNA MARIE (PISTON) AUF1ERO is a teacher. Donna resides in Mountaintop, PA with her husband, John. NOREEN F. (DRUGACH) BARTO is a sales analyst for Mel Disco. Noreen holds an M.Ed. from Lehigh University and resides in Montclair, NJ with her husband Raymond. MR. & MRS. THOMAS BEHMKE reside in Toms River, NJ. DOREEN (PELLEGRINI), 74. is a project engineer for the Naval Air Engineer Center while Thomas is also a project engineer. PAULETTE ANN (LOEFFLAD) BENT resides in Dallas, PA with her husband John. Paulette received her M.P.A. from Marywood College this past May. MARIE (BARBELLA) BLACKBURN is the associate director of engineering admissions at Cornell University. Marie and her husband James reside in Ithaca, NY. ALUMNUS 5 �DR. FKEDERIC|w “t ville. fX a second language Io Haitian and Cuban refugees. THOMAS J. TUNIL4, a member of the executive staff of First Eastern Bank, has recently been promoled to senior EDP auditor. Congratulations, Tom! LT. JOSEPH A. WASSELL, MSC, USN, is chief, Patient Affairs Service, for the U.S. Navy. SARAH |HART1 WELKER is a teacher al the Dallas School District. Sarah resides in Trucksville. Congratulations are extended Io DEBORAH (KOCH) WHITE and her husband Michael on the birth of their son Daniel on March 4, 1981. They have another son, Matthew, who is three years old. CAROLINE (TR.AIGISI ZIELINSKI is teaching at Jonathon Wright Elementary School. Caroline resides in Fmnklin, OH with her husband Ronald and their daughter Franklin, OH Christa. 1974 -pened an m:"el£nter. the * Narrows in Edwards, the opening M|„. undenvntmg ‘ also 4 •-,vl0 iS an ag*nl • Hinsh3111’ .UARG.ARET^RE.SchoolDLstrirt. LINDA ISCATENA) ALFANO resides in Danville, PA with her husband Dr. Salvatore Alfano and soon a baby bov or girl. Let us know when the good news happens, Kirhard resides PA Corporation of NJ- She CAROL |GH ■ : ;; ■-= ST to tetniem Glenn is presently a-“1 Vel ton- Israel. c= Air fee Ccnsiructton ^PATRICK R- KOONS is a eniteerig tracer for Motorola of Austin. IX P^jesifa m Roundrock, with his Wife Peggy and their three chni-en. ROBERT P. ALAILEY is assistant -.^president at the United Penn Bank of Wilkes-Barre. He resides in Kingston, PA. DENISE (GOOB1C1MECK is a teacher for the WilkesBarre Area School District. Denise resides in WilkesBane. PA with her husband John and their son PauL DENNIS MILLETT is a retail clerk for Pathmark of Lawnside, NJ. Dennis resides in Blackwood. NJ. DAVID J. MILORA is a project leader for Pennwalt Corporation of King of Prussia. PA He resides in Norris­ town. PA with his Wife Christine and daughter. Jennifer. SHIRLEY (DAVIS) NEWHART is a professor of secondary music education of Elizabethtown College. She is married to the Reverend David Charles Newhart, and they reside in Middletown, PA. CONNIE (SHELOSKI) PARKS is a claims representa­ tive for the Social Security Office of Colorado. Connie resides in Fort Collins, CO with her husband Thomas and their son Ryan. TERRY (MACDONALD) PARKS is an investigator for Somerset County Prosecutors Office. Terry and her husband Dr. John Parks reside in Somerville, NJ with their sons Bradford and Thomas. ROBERT RADICE, of Scarsdale. NY is the resident manager of The Rye Town Hilton Hotel of New York. Thanks for your nice letter, Bob. ANN (MARINO, RUTKAUSKAS is a teacher al North at North Pocono School District. She received herteacher M.S. from the University of Scranton in June of 1980 MARGARITA (TSATSAROUNOU) SAVOIE resides in ChZ ,h herMargar h"!band aad childraa Cbnstopher and m Elene. jla isRichard a meraber . , technical staff of Rockwell International ESG folks. DONNA (COFFIN) CATANESE is a teacher at Wind­ ward School. Donna resides in Port Chester. NY with her husband Michael. GAIL A. CHARTERS is an executive secretary for BHCD Engineers, Inc. of Colorado. Gail resides in Lake­ wood, CO. CAROLE |LOWANDE) DEDDY resides in Bridge­ water, NJ with her husband. Joseph. Carole earned an M.A. in Education from Rutgers and is a business adminis­ trator for the Middlesex Board of Education. FRANK J. ESTOCK (MBA) is an industrial engineer at Tobyhanna Army Depot. Frank resides in Wilkes-Barre, PA with his wife Marlene and their son, Frank. DR. & MRS. ROBERT GOLDSTEIN reside in River­ dale, NY. Robert is chief resident of general surgery at Montefiore Hospital, following his study at the Hershey Medical Center. SUSAN (PEZZNER) is a 1974 Alumna. DR. PAUL H. GOODMAN received his doctor of osteopathy degree on May 31 during commencement exercises of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Congratulations. Paul — Good luck. NANCY E. GREENBERG of Brighton, MA is the director of travel and tourism at Fisher Junior College. MR. t MRS. ROBERT T. HOOLEY reside in Richmond, VA. Robert is a claims processor at Aetna Life and Casualty while ELAINE (OWEN) is assistant cataloger at the Union Theological Seminary Library. JOSEPH M. KLOCKO of Springfield. VA is a group manager of finance at Bendix Corporation. MARSHALL I. KORNBLATT is D.P. manager at United Gilsonite Labs of Scranton, PA. PAUL J. LAVELLE, JR. and Patricia Ann Sternes were united in marriage on June 20. 1981 at St. Margaret Mary s Church, Harrisburg. They will reside in Harris­ burg. We wish you both our best. , NANCY (HARRIS) MEBANE is a teacher at Wyoming Valley West School District. Nancy resides in Kingston, PA with her husband Richard. KURT D. MOSER is a metallurgical development engineer for Johnson Matthey. Inc. Kurt and his wife Deborah reside in West Chester, PA. Congratulations to MR. & MRS. FRANK MROZ on the birth of their son Ryan Joseph on March 13, 1981. The proud mother is former BARBARA (BERKANT). SHARON (ROGER) NAPLES is the art director for Sheldon Vale Associates. MR. & MRS. RONALD A. NOYALIS reside in Kings■ d “ a “cial worker al Merci' Hospital le Christine is the music education director at National Center. MR. & mrs. ROD ROBERT OGONOWSKI, JR. reside m Hollywood, , ----- .Florida, .orida, with their son Jason. Robert is the vice-president of Central Bank and Trust Co. Mrs. Oa------ ----.is rintr DENISE (BOWEN). Ogonowski the fori Fa^oTvitliTVKONlEsK. Jennifer. Debbie also “Sband RalPh a^ Cu 1976. SHARON (ENGFt ci S' ln Mt?Cr isl at Wallenpaupack A is in Lakeville, PA with *a S^ol Dislrica ^ding s JOSEPH E. PAV.LL s U a"dJ»4Sharoa^ unNAI.D D. KARSKO is a purchasing agent for the , corporation of Endicott, NY. Ron resides in BinghamtonPNYwilh his wife Mary. ANASTASIA (KELLY) KIDA is a teacher at Roxbury' High School. Anastasia resides in Parsippany, NJ with jr^alnsurancecoa^ her husband Neil. DAVID C. KOWALEK is assistant treasurer at the Chase Manhattan Bank of NY. David resides in Merrick, is an brook. NJ. Paramus, OfParamU ^ Ej^rBurns ALAN B. ROSENCRANCF ■ " S’*' WILLIAM SAUERS r. a his Children Kelly and Wfc "J^rre p. the Wdkes-Barre Area School District a d PSych4s'llh m Counsel,ng at the University ‘ d eara^ th PAMELA (EGGERT) SCHnm Bryant and Stratton Busing Srh * * a '«cher Goleta, CA with her husband, Cark ’ ?am rcsi*s in DEBRA (RINKEN) SHARP „ town, PA with her husband. David Sha’«ROBERT P. SINGER 0I Vanco AW sales manager for Joseph chi t" B?" is dR'ri t your •■plug," Bob. Now send us the C°' JAMES P. STRICKLER (MBA) is ,h Energy Miser. James and Ejs ’ ,s ke President of Vienna, VA. “e Patn™ reside in DR. JOHN J. TROSKO was awarded a podiatric medicine from Pennsylvania (doclor 01 Medicine. He received the higher aS m' °a in radiology. Dr. Trosko is a capiat he'u sT’” Where he is beginning his residency Jo X„ Hood Hospital, Texas. 8 ' a Fo,t KAREN ANN (SHAUGHNESSY) TWOMEY received her M.A. in special education from Southern Connect­ icut State College in January, 1981. MR. & MRS. JOHN WALTERS reside in Kingston, PA. JANE (FREAS), 77, is a caseworker for the Luzerne County Children & Youth Services. JEAN (ROSTOCK) ZAVACKI resides is Exeter. PA with her husband Gary and sons Michael and Richard. Jean is a teacher at Wyoming Area School District. FRANK J. ZEMETRO is the chief planner for Bridon American at Hanover Industrial Estates. Frank resides in Warrior Run, PA with his wife, Helen, and son, John. 1975 RAYMOND BARTOSH is the director of finance al Mercy Hospital of Wilkes-Barre. Ray lives in Wilkes-Barre with his wife Karen and children Amy and Raymond. JOANNE BONANNE of North Brunswick, NJ is a teacher for North Brunswick Public Schools. THOMAS L. BURNS resides in Totowa, NJ with his wife Pam. Tom works at Morristown Memorial Hospital. SALLY (CHUPKAJ CIOLEK is an R & D technician at Schott Optical Glass, Inc. of Duryea. Sally resides in Luzerne, PA with her husband Ronald. PHILIP J. CONRAD is a management trainee for the U.S. Postal Service. Philip and his wife Therese reside in Wilkes-Barre, PA. KEVIN G. DONALESKI is a captain in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kevin resides in Irvington, NJ. MARY ANN GRIES of Richmond, VA is a secretary for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. DONNA (MACHESKA) HEADLY is a quality o"'™1 assistant for Potlatch Forests, Inc. of Ransom, I ‘ ■ 1L resides in Tunkhannock with her husband Ihomas aand music ESL Teacher ,eactl« English as 6 ALUMNUS their Sarah. MR.daughter & MRS. RICHARD II. KINGSTON resi. F .to Franklinville, NJ with their daughter Jane. 11 ’• an art teacher at Monroe Township Board of Ed • NY with his wife Patricia. GARY M. KRATZ resides in Wilkes-Barre with his wife Mary- Gary is a foreman for the Ruth Corporation. SUSAN (TOW) LOUIS is a self-employed piano instruc­ tor She resides in Fort Lauderdale, FL with her husband Larry. Congratulations are extended to MONICA ANN LUKE who was recently married to Con J. Abbott. The couple is residing in Swoyersville, PA. DAVID K. NIEMAN is a sales representative for Goodwin VW, Inc. David resides in Forty Fort, PA. JOANNE V. OLIVER, CDA, of Kingston, PA is an orthodontal therapist for Dr. Jan Olenginski, D.D.S. JOHN ORMANDO is a senior process engineer for Fairchild Camera & Instrument Corporation. John resides in Santa Clara, CA. BONNIE (GRANT) ROSICK is a bank clerk at Peoples National Bank of Edwardsville, PA. Bonnie resides in Kingston, PA with her husband Stephen and their daughter Stacey. SALLY (KANNER) SEASOCK is a manpower techni­ cian at State-Labert Industry-. Sally resides in Harrisburg with her husband John and soon, if not yet, a little baby­ boy or girl. Let us know, Sally. ANN (SHULTZ) TRIBENDIS of Wilkes-Barre, PA is a teacher at St. Leo's School in Ashley. MR. & MRS. EDWARD WEBER reside in Horsham, PA. Edward is the director of purchasing at Toll Brothers, Inc., while LESLIE (COOK), 75, is the assistant con­ troller for the Strick Corporation. 1976 SUSAN M. BRIMO of Langhorne, PA is presently taking classes in business administration and mass media at Bucks County Community College. DR. ROBERT D. CLEMENTS, JR. recently graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Dentist­ ry. He also received an award from the school in recogni­ tion of his service, dedication, and leadership abilities. Congratulations io MR. & MRS. PATRICK E. COFFEY (ANN REBECCA ZINI) on the birth of their son Zachary Edward on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1980. We also welcome you back from England. DR. SHELDON G. COHEN, D.Sc., was the recipient of the 9lh Annual Clemenson Pirquet Memorial Lecture­ ship Award. This award, which is sponsored by the Schering Corporation, is presented each year to an indi­ vidual who has made significant contributions to the field of clinical allergy and immunology-. ANDREA (MAHALLY) DANILACK is a senior pro­ grammer for Standard Brands, Inc. of Wilkes-Barre. Andrea resides in Mountaintop, PA with her husband David. JACQUELINE (PICKERING) DZUREK is a secretary/ bookkeeper at Dzurek & Sons Lumber. She resides in Swoyersville, PA. KATHY FLUCK is a sales representative with Bell Telephone in Philadelphia. She has returned to study at Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA. JAMES R. FRALEY is a family nurse practitioner at Valley Community Medical Center. PAUL E. GALLAGHER is manager of Gallagher Floral Supply in Plains. Paul resides in Kingston with his wife Patty and their three children. WILLIAM J. GOLDSWORTHY, JR., is a marketing representative at Golden Business Machines. He resides in West Pittston, PA with his wife Janet Marie. Thanks for stopping by to say hello, Bill. J°SEPH, G’- GRIFFIN ls currently working on his Ph.D. in chemistry at North Texas Slate University. Joe resides in Denton, Texas with his wife Diana. UkU,kABvEMH Ar N GULLA haS taken 2 "eW P°silion with the K-Mart Corporation of Wilkes-Barre as a merchandising supervisor. ROBERT J. HADDCK is a construction inspector for the Pennsylvania Testing Laboratory. Robert resides in Duryea with his wife Cynthia. JOSEPH W. JEDJU is a music teacher at Montgomery Township Public Schools. Joseph resides in Plainsboro, 1 Medicine. He will intern at Grandview Osteopathic I Hospital. 1 DONNA (GEFFERT, YOZWIAK is a teacher at the Pleasant Valley School District. VICTOR ZUCK resides in Saskatchewan. Canada. 1977 GLORIA ANN AGURKIS was united in holy matrimo­ ny to Dennis Patrick Cavanaugh. Mrs. Cavanaugh is employed as a programmer/analyst at the Fidelity Bank in Philadelphia. The couple resides in Philadelphia, PA. NJ. GIACOMINA (BL'ZZELLI) BACON has been appoint­ DIANE R. JONES of Wilkes-Barre is a financial ed director and head teacher of the Children's Corner counselor for Finance America. at Cedar Lane. Jackie is presently working toward a LINDA (BARON) KAUFER is a travel agent for Fantas­ degree in early childhood education. She resides with her tic Adventures of Mt. Laurel, NJ. husband KARL, a 76 Wilkes grad, in Watertown, CT. MARK A. KUNKLE resides in Trucksville, PA with ROBERT B. BERRETTINI of Bellefonte, PA is a his wife Sandra. Mark is the Kingston Township manager. project coordinator at Educational Modules for Materials, University Park, PA. MR. & MRS. ROBERT L. STANTON LARMOUTH reside in Hudson, NH. Robert is a materials development DAVID P. CHERUNDOLO is engaged in a private engineer at General Electric of Wilmington, MA. practice of law at Scranton National Bank. David resides in Old Forge, PA. REGINA (BANICK) LIEB is the director of medical MR. & MRS. RUSSELL R. CLELLAND are living records at Kings Harbor Health Care Center of Bronx. NY. in Bethlehem, PA. Julia is head nurse at ASHHC in Regina resides in New Rochelle, NY with her husband Allentown while Russell is a staff accountant for P.P. & L. Robert. THERESA R. DOMANSKI is a retail store manager at BEVERLY (PISTON) LIPSKI is a teacher at Wyoming Jacques’ Sweater Outlet, Edwardsville, PA. Valley West. Beverly and her husband William reside in Plymouth, PA with their daughter, Sarah. DR. ROBERT EVERHARD graduated on June 10 from Hahnemann Medical College with a degree in medicine. JOHN J. MATUSEK is a project supervisor for the Dr. Everhard will be a resident al Monmouth Medical Luzerne County Office of Community Development. Center, Long Branch, NJ where he will do his internship John resides in Mocanaqua, PA with his wife Penelope. in internal medicine. JOHN C. McDERMOTT is a chucker operator for KIM A. FLIS is the department manager for Filene's R7H Manufacturing of Edwardsville, PA. John resides of the Natick Mall, Natick, MA. Kim resides in Roslindale, in Swoyersville, PA. MA. Congratulations are extended to MR. & MRS. GAYLE (KOLLAR) GARUBBA recently moved to MICHAEL MERCINCAVAGE on the birth of their Encino, CA when her husband David took a new job with daughter Lauren Marie on February 11, 1981. Alco Dispensing Systems as a customer service manager. MARIANNE MONTAGUE is the assistant director of ALBERT M. GAYDOS is the director of financial student activities at Bloomsburg State College. analysis at Curtiss-Wright Company. Albert is a Certified KATHLEEN ANN O'MALLEY of Harrisburg, PA is an Public Accountant and resides in Kearny, NJ with his wife associate attorney for Ball & Skelly of Harrisburg. She Maureen and sons Anthony and Albert. is also a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity DONNA J. GRANAHAN of Manville, NJ is a sales International. representative for BBL Microbiology Systems. MR. & MRS. JAMES E. ORASKY reside in Chambers­ MR. & MRS. RICHARD HOFMAN are living in Pine burg, PA. James is working with the DARCOM Corpora­ Hill, NJ. Richard has a new position with Sybron Chemi­ tion. cal as an environmental and safely engineer. SUZANNE (FISCHER) OSTROSKI is the patient DR. GARY A. HUGHES of West Wyoming. PA has care coordinator al Fairmont Institute. Sue resides in been awarded his D.M.D. degree from the University of Philadelphia with her husband Raymond. Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Doctor Hughes will NAOMI (PRAMICK) PIZANO is a nurse at Moses do a one-year residency in general dentistry at Geisinger Taylor Hospital. Naomi resides in Exeter, PA with her Medical Center, Danville. husband Thomas. KATHRYN M. KRAVITZ was recently wed to David Congratulations to MR. & MRS. MICHAEL S. RIFKIN A. Jenkins in the Eaton Township Baha'i Center, Tunkhan­ on the addition to their family. Their daughter Laura nock, PA. Congratulations, MR. & MRS. DAVID A. Jill was born on January 15, 1981. JENKINS. FAITH SKORDINSKI and Coy Williamson were _____ are extended to MR. & MRS. JAMES Congratulations married in January. Faith is employed as a personnel McCORMICK on the birth of their son, Ryan James, officer at Goodfellow Air Force Base in the rank of on February 18, 1981. First Lieutenant, and her recent promotion to captain was WILLIAM C. NARDONE is a member of the technical staff of Bell Telephone Labs. Bill resides in Edison, NJ effective in August. ROBERT L. SLEZAK has a new position with UGI with his wife Beth and son Andrew. Corporation as district engineer. He resides tn Laflin, PA BRIAN L NEWIRTH of Wyomissing, PA is a programwith his wife Sandra and their daughter Andrea. mer/analyst for Gilbert Commonwealth. JOHN E. SMOLKO of Weymouth. MA is the unit MARIE (SULLIVAN) RAFFIO has taken a new position as a second grade teacher at St. Rita School, NY. manager of Kimco, Inc. She is also a distributor for the Shaklee Corporation. a marketing representative MARK F. SUCHTER is ............. . t Companyy of Rochester, NY. Mark KAREN E. SNOW is a staff nurse for the Visiting for Allingo „ & Cory resides in Scranton, PA with his wife Linda and their son Nurse Association of Boston, MA. MR. & MRS. JAMES STEHLE have recently moved Mark. ROBYN (SPEAK) WALSH is the budget coordinator to to Laflin, Laflin, PA. PA. Jim Jim is the territory manager for Carnation at NPW Medical Center, Plains Township, Wilkes-Barre, Company, while Tina is a teacher at the Pittston Area PA. LEONARD D. WASMANSKI is a partner in the firm Don-Len Trophies. Len resides in Conshohocken, PA. ROBERT N. YANOSHAK received a doctor of osteop­ athy degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic School District. DR. JOSEPH STERN of Wilkes-Barre. PA is a recent graduate of California College of Podiatric Medicine. He will reside and work in San Francisco. ALUMNUS 7 �R. JOHN UPDYKE recently received the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. San Francisco. John resides in San Francisco. Congratulations to Joe and John, and thanks for taking Wilkes to the West Coast. 1978 SAMUEL F. BARBETT of College Park. MD is a com­ puter programmer for the Office of Education, Washington. D.C. „ DENISE C. CASEM is presently working at George­ town University Hospital as a medical technician of blood banking. JOSEPH J. DOUGHERTY has been promoted at the First Eastern Bank. Joseph is currently pursuing the designation of chartered financial analyst Joe and his wife Mary Theresa reside in Hazleton with their two children, Joseph and Michelle. Double apologies are in order to two DAL ID ELANS for the erroneous middle initial in the last class notes section. It seems we reported that David W„ <8 was married and living in Philadelphia. That update belonged to DAVID A., '79. DAVID W. is residing in Kingston PA. Sorry to each of you. ELLEN M. FIELD, M.D. was married to Jonathan H. Munves. M.D. They reside in Mayfield Village. OH. WAYNE R. GROSDIDIER was married to Linda Ann Bendy on May 30, 19S1. Wayne works for Schott Optical Glass, Inc. of Duryea as an attorney personnel administra­ tor. They reside in Wilkes-Barre. It's good to have you back in the Valley, Wayne. SHARON L HOHOL of Rochester, NY works at Strong Memorial Hospital of Rochester, NY. CAROL ANN (PASHCHUK1 HIGGLER resides in Slate College, PA. Carol is an I.V. therapy nurse at Centre Community Hospital. DAVID A. JOLLEY became assistant director of information sendees at NPW on March 30, 1981. David resides in Courtdale, PA. BETH ELLEN KERR is a systems administrator for ANESCO of Kingston, PA. MR. & MRS. JOSEPH M. LACAVA reside in Duryea, PA. Mrs. Lacava is a secretary for World Gospel Mission of Wilkes-Barre. STEPHEN J. LEAR is the regional credit manager for Air Products, Inc. of Allentown. PA. Stephen recently moved to Allentown. CARL E. LONG of Schickshinny, PA is a general mananger at Thermolator, Inc. of Exeter, PA. JOHN O. LYCHOS, JR. has been appointed manager of corporate accounting for Industrial Inspection Indus­ tries, Inc. John resides in Massillon, OH. SHARON (BUTERAI LYONS was married on June 27, 1981 to Patrick Lyons. Sharon is a teacher at Dallas School District. TERRI ANN MACKAVAGE and Raymond J. Kovalski were united in marriage recently. Terri is employed by Sperry Univac. The couple resides in Rosemont, PA. MAUREEN R. MAGLIRE of Bear Creek recently graduated from the Wyoming Valley Family Practice Residency Program of the United Health and Hospital Services, Inc. She will stay at UHHS as coordinator of the surgical rotation. JOSEPH J. MONCZEWSKI received his graduate degree from the University of Scranton this past June. He is an M.R. program coordinator at N.E. Tri-County MH/MR Center. DEBORAH PINCOFSKI graduated from the Family Practice Program. She is now ready to enter the field of family medicine. She will join a group practice in Abington. PA. DIANE POLACHEK, of Kingston, PA received her M.S. degree from Wilkes this past May. She also received her Pennsylvania Reading Specialist Certificate from Temple University in December 1980. 8 ALUMNUS PUDLOSKY is the Eastern Regional SUZANNE SI. sor for Standard Brands. Inc. of WilkesClaim Supervise Barre. PA. RONALD P. REAGAN, of Athens. PA. is the loan assislanl al Farmers Home Administration of Towanda. PA. BRIAN C. ROTH is an assistant group insurance consultant for Prudential Insurance Company. Brian resides in Haskill. NJ with his wife Carol. SHAWN E. ROZETT of Bradford. CT is lhe student life coordinator for Drew University ol NJ. PATRICIA L. SEBRING of Slehoopany. PA is an engineer for the Bechtel Corporation of Berwick. PA. DARL1NE (SNYDERI MOYER and her husband Carl were blessed with a baby girl on February 9, 1981. Her name is Stephanie Lanette. PATRICIA LEE TROTTA is now working as a pediatric instructor al Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in Scran­ ton. Patricia resides in Dunmore. PA. EDWARD J. WALL1S0N. JR. was awarded the Doctor of Jurisprudence degree by the Law School of the University of Notre Dame. This summer he will begin a year of service as a law clerk for Judge John F. Kilkenny, U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Port­ land. OR. JUDY WENDORF was married to Brian J. Selenski in May. Judy is pursuing her graduate work in nursing. She is also employed on the faculty of College Misericordia. THERESE L WRIGHT is working towards her M.S. in nursing at California State College. 1979 BARBARA C. AGURKIS of Philadelphia, PA is a tax accountant for the Science Management Corporation of Bridgewater, NJ. SUSAN CA.MELI. RN is a second term student in the fifteen month master's degreeladult nurse practitioner program at the University of Pittsburgh. Susan was awarded a Professional Nurse Traineeship through Pitts­ burgh's Graduate School of Nursing. DANIEL J. CARDELL is a financial analyst for Equibank of Pittsburgh. PA. CATHRYN M. CASTNER was married recently to Joseph G. Evans. Mrs. Evans is employed as an elemen­ tary teacher at Sacred Heart School. Luzerne. They will reside in Wilkes-Barre. TERRY L CONRAD is a reimbursement specialist at NPW Medical Center. Terry resides in Kingston, PA with his wife Doreen and their son Christopher. MICHAEL H. COOK of Shavertown, PA is an account executive trainee at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith. Inc. DEBRA S. FORTINI is working as a registered nurse at Allentown and Sacred Heart Hospital Center in Allen­ town. NIGEL GRAY is a tooling engineer for Dynapac Manufacturing, Inc. We all remember Nigel for the great photography he did while a student here. NANCY JOHNSON of Wilkes-Barre is an assistant fleet administrator at Standard Brands, Inc. CHERYL ANN KLIMEK was wed in May Io Arthur E. Fahey. Jr. Cheryl is employed at the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital as a registered medical technologist. NICHOLAS A. KOFIRA of Taylor, PA is an insurance company examiner for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvan­ ia Insurance Department. MR. & MRS. STEPHEN J. KOZUP now reside in Reston. VA. Stephen is an air quality specialist lor the Engineering Science Company. AHMAD M. MAHMOUD is an el electrical engineer al Shadie Electrical Associates. ...... ...... .. ,Ahmad u<ulad resides in WilkesBarre with his wife Charlotte and their son Raji. PAMELA (LONG) MIKLOSI is a teller at Wyoming National Bank, Plymouth, PA. Pam resides in Hunlock Creek with her husband James. KURT MOODY is presently attending pcm College ol Optometry in Philadelphia. Kurt ‘“Mania Forty Fort, PA. “ 'rom Congratulations to JOSEPH J. MONKA promoted to auditor at First Eastern Bank, who vWas with his wile Lois in Plymouth, PA. He resides JENNIFER MONTAGNA was awarded scholarship to Bucknell University where a '"'I tuition a master's degree in English literature. she will Pursue LYNN (WERKHE1SER) MUC1ILER is a group worket for the Child Development Council of Wilkes-Barre. JOHN PETREWSKI is a metallurgical engineer Ior Bowen-McLaughlin-York. He is currently attending York College for a master's in business administration. RUSSELL MYRON SAM1LO is a coordinator al Joint Owned Projects of Pennsylvania, a division of Pennsylvania Power & Light Company. 1980 MARGARET MARY CALLAHAN of Avoca PA ' staff nurse at the University of Pennsylvania HosniM Peggy presently lives in Philadelphia. P a’ CATHERINE RUTH DAVIS is the band director at Elk Lake School District, Dimock, PA. JOHN R. HAFFNER is now residing in Wilkes-Barre John is a circulation district manager at the Wilkes-Rar™ Publishing Company. EDWARD F. MELBER, JR. of Jim Thorpe, PA is the assistant manager of sporting and auto departments at K-Mart Enterprises, Inc. JOHN A. MIRANDA of Cinnaminson, NJ is 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps. KATHY ANN MLODZIENSKI of Pittsburgh, PA is a staff nurse at Western Psychiatric Institute. EDWARD M. OHMOTT is residing in Northridge, CA. Ed is the circulation district manager of the Los Angeles Herald Examiner. FRANK A. PASCUCCI is an accountant at Scranton Army Ammunitions Plant. JOHN G. SULEWSKI of Nanticoke was recently married to Karen Brokenshire of Dallas. EDDIE WHITE, HI, Sports Information Director at Wilkes College, was named vice-president of the Middle Atlantic Conference Sports Information Directors Associa­ tion. Eddie was recently published in Sporting News with an article on Mayor Tony Madden. Congratulations, Ed, from all your "third floor" neighbors. CYNTHIA ANN YAGLOSKI recently became the bride of Richard Daniel Spak. Be sure to keep us abreast of job and address changes, Cindy. MICHAEL JAY STERNLIEB of Wilkes-Barre recently received his doctor of medicine degree from Hahnemann Medical College. Michael will complete a general surgery residency al Hahnemann. all members of the Class of SI: Welcome To Alumni Association. Your friends, classto the and faculty will want to know about events mates, in your personal and professional life. Take a minute to send in an update card so your Alumni minute to pass the information along our system. Office can j I fi.® ° I STEPHEN L. COONEY, '60, of Ashley, PA died this past July after having suffered a heart attack. He was on the faculty of Meyers High School for the past two decades, taught in our Summer Theater Workshop for several years, and was known throughout the community for his work with local theater. He is survived by his widow, Mary Anne. THOMAS S. DOTY, '59, passed away in June from an apparent heart attack. He had been employed as a super­ visor in the Child Support Division of the Department of Welfare. He was also a well-known PIAA foolball and basketball official. He resided in Wyoming. PA. Contributions to the College or to a Class Fund in memory of deceased friends or relatives are always appropriate. Gifts will be acknowledged to the donor and a memory card sent to the family of the deceased. Contributions and inquir­ ies may be sent to Wilkes College Alumni Office, Weckesser Hall, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. LOST AND FOUND The ALUMNUS received update cards from 21 alumni without enough information for complete identification. All alumni are reminded to be sure to indicate name, address, and home telephone number on card submitted. New addresses are also each update signified by checking the proper box above the address line. The following individuals are asked to submit another update card, beacuse we are unable to identify them: ... Michael Loy Berger's wife, who earned MSW and MSPH degrees from Tulane in 1979 and 1980 ... Bette Mullen's husband ... Donna Lantz's husband who earned MS and Ph.D. degrees from Penn State ... Juanita Gregory's husband who earned the M.Ed. from William and Mary in 1961 ... Liquid Air Corporation's sale representative for industrial gases who married Barbara Gregory and has three children ... B. June Este's husband who is a Warrant Officer with the U.S. Army in Fort Camphill, KY ... Rebecca Donici's husband who retired from the Navy in 1975 ... the general manager of McDonald's on Ocean Avenue in Pleasant Beach, NJ who married Catherine Clayton ... Mary Ann Chuba's husband who is a Labor Relations Specialist/Negotiator with our Governor’s Office in Harrisburg ... Paulette Dovin's husband who earned a B.A. from Wilkes in 1969 ... an assistant professor at Chestnut Hill College who holds a Ph.D. degree from Temple ... the systems engineer with HRB-Singer, Inc. of State College, PA ... an assistant method and procedure analyst with Prudential of Holmdel, NJ ... the choral/orchestral director at Somerville, NJ High School ... the maintainability engineer with Amecom, Litton Systems of College Park, MD ... a voca­ tional counselor for Maricopa County, Tempe, AZ ... Control Data Corporation's financial manager whose daughter Nancy earned the DVM in May from the University of Missouri ... Janet Ellen Oren's husband and father of Sharon and Robin. <4 50th ANNIVERSARY ALUMNI DIRECTORY TO BE PUBLISHED 1981 STEPHEN L. HUDACEK recently married Sharon Smith. Stephen is employed as a producl manager by Eureka Resale Products. EDWARD ALLEN KEPP received his doctor of medicine degree from Hahnemann Medical College. WILLIAM KOSCINSKI was recently married to Donna Marie Snipas. Bill is employed by the accounting firm ol Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Company of Bethlehem. JAMES P. MILLER recently graduated from Hahne­ mann Medical College. Jim will complete a general residency at Case Western Reserve University, Cleve­ land. JOHN R. MOFFATT has accepted a posilion of auditor with lhe accounting firm of Arthur Andersen & Company. John now resides in Voorhees, NJ but is formerly from Forty Fort, PA. CHARLENE M. SMITH received the degree of doctor of medicine from Hahnemann Medical College. Dr. Smith will complete a diagnostic radiology residency at Reading Hospital. PATRICIA SPARLOW recently joined lhe executive staff ol Penn's Wood Girl Scout Council as lhe director of communications. We're sorry to inform you that VINCENT P. MACRI, '50, passed away in June. Vincent was a life resident of the city of Wilkes-Barre. Our deepest sympathy is extend­ ed to his family. DR. ROBERT B. MORRIS, '59, passed away on April 15, 1981 following a sixteen-month battle against cancer. An account of his career appears in the "College Chroni­ cle" on page 12. Our condolences are extended to ILARIA (STERN IAK) ZUBRITZKY, '38, on the passing of her husband, Paul. Ilaria has been Region XI Vice-President for the past four years, and we send her our thoughts and prayers. The Zubritzkys resided in McKees Rocks, PA. Our condolences are also sent to DR. PATRICIA (YOST) PISANESCHI, '59, whose son Andrew was killed in an auto accident in early August. We are indeed sorry' to learn of your loss. i Good news alumni . . . the college has responded to numerous inquiries and requests by authorizing the preparation of an updated alumni directory to commemorate the college's 50th Anniversary. This new directory will be a valuable reference volume to alumni, and it will be helpful on campus in planning alumni activities and programs. The Bernard C. Harris Publishing Company, Inc., has been selected as the official publisher after a thorough review of this firm's extensive experience and success. Recognized as the oldest and largest exclusive publisher of alumni directories, they have completed over the past two decades alumni directories for more than 400 colleges and universities. The project will be undertaken at virtually no cost to Wilkes. The Harris Company has contracted to compile, publish, and market the directory, financing the operation solely through the sale of individual directory copies to alumni only. The college will not benefit financially from the directory sales, but will derive substantial benefit from the completely updated records and other valuable information obtained. The main body of the directory will consist of an alphabetical listing of alumni, with each entry to include name, class, degreejs), home address and telephone, and business or professional information, including title, firm name and address, and telephone. Two complete indexes of alumni, one arranged geographically by towns within states, and the other by class year will follow the main listings, providing ready references and cross references. Updated material will be derived from brief questionnaires mailed to alumni this January and followed up by telephone for verification of information to be included in the directory. At that time only, alumni will be able to purchase a copy of the directory. Only enough directories to fill these pre­ publication orders will be printed, and circulation will be restricted to alumni. Release of the directory is scheduled for Fall 1982. WILKES COLLEGE APPOINTS 13 NEW STAFF MEMBERS Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, has announced the appointment of 13 new faculty members who will begin teaching at the college this fall. The recent faculty appointments include: Dr. Claude W. Anderson, III, assistant professor of mathematics and computer science, formerly of University of Illinois. ALUMNUS 9 �Sheila Carapico, filling a joint position as teaching associate in the political science department, is currently working on her Ph.D. in political science at the State University of New York at Binghamton. Cynthia Chisarick. assistant professor of accounting, is a graduate of Wilkes College. For the past four years she has been an accountant with Albert B. Melone Certified and Registered Public Accountants of Pittston. Fred Croop, assistant professor of accounting, received his M.B.A. from Wilkes in 1979 and has served as Business Manager for the Dallas, PA. School District since 1979. He has also served as a part-time faculty member at Wilkes in the Department of Commerce and Finance. Gary Dolny, assistant professor of engineering, is currently a candidate for the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Members of the 34th Annual Mildred Krzywicki, assistant professor Homecoming Committee met on of nursing, has served as Associate campus regularly this past summer Director of Nursing Education at the to make plans for this year's gala Pottsville Hospital School of Nursing Homecoming scheduled for October 30, and Nursing Instructor at Luzerne 31, and November 1. County Community College. Members present at the August Dr. Richard Minasz, assistant meeting include: (seated L. to R.) professor of chemistry, holds a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh and has extensive experience as a lecturer in both general and organic chemistry at Dr. Chang John Yu, assistant Canisius College, the University of professor of engineering, received Pittsburgh, and SUNY/Buffalo. his Ph.D. in ceramic engineering from Mohammed K. Moussavi, assistant the University of Illinois at Urbanaprofessor of engineering, has served Champaign. For the past two years as a part-time consulting engineer with he has served as Research and Satellite System Engineering. Inc. Development Manager for Centralab, and as a faculty member at George Inc., North American Phillips Company Washington University. He is currently of Los Angeles. working towards a D.Sc. degree in Communication Engineering from George Washington University. WILKES PROFESSOR HAS Dr. Virginia Nehring, professor and CHEMISTRY BOOK PUBLISHED chairman of the Nursing Department, completed her doctoral course work at In today's synthetically supplemented the Boston University School of Nursing world, most people would agree that it and, since 1977, has served as Director is beneficial to have at least a nodding of the Associate Degree Nursing acquaintance with the chemistry of Program at Boise State University. things. Whether we are reading contents Dr. Purisai Sethuraman, assistant from a food label or trying our hand at professor of chemistry’, holds a Ph.D. organic gardening, we are faced with from the Indian Institute of Technology having to understand the chemistry in Madras and joins Wilkes after serving which affects our daily lives. as a Post-doctoral Fellow at Georgetown Dr. William Stine, a professor of University for the past three years. Chemistry at Wilkes College, has Dr. Aysit Tansel, assistant professor of written a book which recognizes the economics, received her Ph.D. from the requirements of the layman who needs State University of New York at or simply wants to know about the Binghamton and has served on the chemistry which confronts him on a teaching faculty of SUNY/Binghamton regular basis. since 1976. The book is entitled "Applied Richard Tutwiler, filling a joint Chemistry” and is published by position as a teaching associate in the Allyn and Bacon, Inc., Boston. sociology/anthropology department, According to Stine, "The non-scientist is currently completing his Ph.D. work faced with the necessity or desire to in Anthropology at the State University learn chemistry is often treated like a at Binghamton. second-class citizen," he said. ■ ■ B H ■ ■ K I E I I I s I homecoming committee i 10 ALUMNUS ! >] n • „».=• Multiple Sclerosis, three ^Olympics and Project Care. SPecia P?eedawas elected governor, the S‘an ffice in the Pennsylvania hi8heStt0consisting of 23 colleges. Jeff pistnct, coi ted iieutenant governor Gavlick t Division; Sal Alaimo, the Nived ‘he first plaCe trophy in the Jr., re-eal contest on the current theme orator'^1 „Caring . . . Life's Magic." of Circ „der was given a Secretary J wardUf°r pr°mpt submiSsi°n °f al‘ reports. ;ES HIKES TUITION FEES VVILIG The Board of Trustees has armounced Ms. Mildred Gittens, Honorary Chairman; Carol Pawlush, Andrea Petrasek, Mary James, Tanya Hallez, and Marta Baker. Standing: Chris Baron John Baron, Dick Raspen, Dr. Carl Urbanski, Margaret Scholl, Bob Silvi, and Gina Davies. "Necessary areas are treated superficially and in a way that is less than desirable for both student and instructor. This book gives a clear picture of practical applications of chemistry rather than principles." Stine first became aware of the need for a practical approach to chemistry while teaching. "Principles of chemistry are fine for the chemistry major,” he states, "but not for the student who is non-science or the student who is taking an elective chemistry course . . . they are more interested in everyday applications." WILKES CIRCLE K CLUB WINS HONORS Fifteen members of Wilkes College Circle K Club attended the Pennsylvania District Convention of Circle K Clubs in New Kensington, bringing home many awards and trophies, in competition with the clubs of 22 other colleges. They received the first place trophy for "Inter Clubbing", and the first place trophy for "Achievement", which is given to the Club whose projects are most in tune with the goals and ideals of Circle K. A second place trophy was received for "Single Service", which was their Haunted House project, proceeds to Multiple Sclerosis. Another second place trophy was awarded for "Special Service", which consisted of 198^1-82 “academic year will be increased 200 while room and board charges l0|| be set at $2,100. The new costs ict a $450 increase in tuition.and a S200 addition to room and board fees. ■The increase is necessary if the college is to maintain its programs of nuality for its students," said Robert S Capin in making the announcement. "We made every attempt to keep the increase at a minimum, and, m doing so we were able to keep the total percentage increase below the current rate of inflation." The increase will assist in maintaining academic quality and will also be able to help meet increased costs. WILKES DEBATERS COP AWARDS The Debate Union recently captured seven awards including a fourth place team award at a tournament at Shippensburg State College which attracted teams from 51 colleges and universities representing 11 states and the District of Columbia. The debate team of Jon Sparks, Fred Deets, Forty Fort and Patti Sparlow, Kingston, defeated 11 schools in Lincoln-Douglas Debate, with Sparks being named third best debater at the tournament. Member of the public speaking division, Colleen Gries, Dallas, finished with fourth place in sales. Linda Esrov, Kingston, received a fourth place in original oratory and Darlene Schaffer, shley, earned a second place in sales an a fifth in impromptu speaking. onna Krappa, Dupont, won a fourth Place in prose interpretation. Darrell Lewis, Shickshinny; Joe Rubbico, xeter; and Nancy Ginter, Bloomsburg, completed the Wilkes squad. ‘hese awards raise the number of thi. vS W°n by the Wilkes squad to 52 tn„ryear and rePresents 21 consecutive ournaments that Wilkes has attended and the t °n' DurinS the past eight seasons, team won 388 trophies. coaeh„aat,e and sPeech divisions are Kinnevdknd dlrected by Dr- Bradford L. “,Ly. Kingston. 'ENTS Colleges Science Conference research papers on scientific investigations carried out during the academic year. The annual event allows undergraduate students from approximately 80 colleges and ° universities to present their work in a professional setting before peersand Present^™ PartlC1Patin8 institutions. Presentations were previewed at Biology Seminar Night held at Wilkes Debra Feldman and Robert Wallace working with Dr. Peter Siver did research on "Competition Between Two Planktonic Microalgae in Dilute and Concentrated Media." Diane Kuzminski presented a paper entitled "Rapid in vivo Test for Potential Mutagenicity." Her research was jointly sponsored by the Biology and Chemistry Departments under Jessica Jahngen and Dr. Lester Turoczi. Dr. Louis Rigley worked with student Debra Prater who presented a paper entitled, "Recognition and Preference by the Female Vole." Dr. Rigley also worked with Valerie Van Dyke who presented a paper entitled "Feeding Behavior in the Dolphin." Dr. Charles Reif worked with student Edward Stachowiak to present a paper entitled "Estimating Areas of Lakes;" Stachowiak is a sophomore biology major. The conference, which is held on different campuses each year, took place this year on the campus of the Jersey City State College, Jersey City, NJ- STUDENT LEADERS NAMED ..... gamzations on campus Government. ent Wi?LSePuKn°X' a re5ident Of X^^dp-dCommunity and has been elected president of the Inter-Residence nail Council. ennK^DER STUDENTS HAVE GOAL IN MIND A desire to learn, to get a higher education, to become eligible for better promotions in the job, and to begin a new career are several of the most common reasons non-traditional, adult students give for enrolling in the Weekender Program at Keystone junior College. Patricia A. Davis, 31, Scranton, who earned her two-year associate's degree from the Keystone Weekender Program, and who has graduated from the Wilkes College Weekend Program with her bachelor's degree in business, said that she began her college as a KJC weekender because "It was a way for her to get the college education she wanted in a comfortable atmosphere with older, non-traditional aged college students." Mrs. Davis, the mother of five children, said that her husband, Albert, encouraged her to go to school. iltis Election Time!! Every two years, the Alumni Association through the election process chooses sixteen individuals across the country to act as the guiding influence for the Office of Alumni Relations and our programs, as well as to serve as contacts "in the field" within the various geographic areas. You can help in the selection of those Alumni who will serve in 1982 and 1983 by becoming involved in the nominations process. Send us the names of persons whom you would like to see on the official ballot — we will then contact each of them to determine their willingness to serve if elected. The following offices are to be filled: President, Executive Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and a Vice-President from each of the twelve geographic regions. Send the names and offices for which you nominate them to the Office of Alumni Relations, Attn: Nominating Committee, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. And as you consider fellow Alumni, please consider yourself as a possible candidate. In other words, if you are interested in serving the College and'the Association in an elected capacity, submit your own name to the Committee for consideration. The nomination letter need not be signed; time, however, is important. Please try to get any nominations to us before October 2, although later nominations will be considered as time permits.________________ ALUMNUS 11 �"I enrolled in the Keystone-Wilkes Weekender because I felt more comfortable going to school with people my own age, who shared the common situation of combining job and family responsibilities with school work," she said. "My biggest problem in returning to school was getting back into the habit of studying and finding the time to do Mrs. Davis' goal is to become a certified public accountant and to earn a master's degree in business. She presently is employed as an accountant at Pollock and Smith, Clarks Summit. "Someday, I'd also like to teach accounting in the Weekender Program, she noted. WILKES ROTC RECOGNIZED The Air Force ROTC Detachment has recently been moved to higher status by the Department of the Air Force because of increased enrollment during the 1980-81 academic year. The Air Force recognized the unit for surpassing all previous enrollment records. Due to the increase, the Detachment has moved its offices to Church Hall in order to better accommodate the expanding Aerospace Studies Department. rJ ROBERT B. MORRIS (1933-1981) Whenever the Alumni Office receives word of the death of a graduate we are saddened not only by the passing of the individual, but also because part of the College dies as well. And when that individual is one who contributed both as a student and as a staff member, the loss is doubly felt. Such is the case of Robert B. Morris, a member of the Class of 1959, who died on April 15, 1981, in Cooperstown, N.Y. Bob was a native of Forty Fort, PA, and graduated from its high school in 1950. After a four-year tour with the U.S. Navy, he entered Wilkes as a Commerce and Finance major and immediately became involved in the life of the College. He was a member of the wrestling team, an officer of the College Chapter of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, senior class president, and was presented the Alumni Association's award as the Outstanding Graduate of the Class of 1959, while maintaining 12 ALUMNUS Manuscripts Encouraged "Violence — An American Institution" "DNA Research — Blight or Blessing" "Drug Abuse: Another Problem for the Elderly” The Rising Tide of Marine Studies " Do they sound like interesting titles for an Alumni magazine? They were — each of these articles appeared in recent issues of the Temple University Alumni Review and were authored by students, alumni, or faculty' of the institution. a position on the Dean's List in recognition of his academic endeavors. Bob served the College as Assistant to President Farley from 1959-1962 and as our assistant wrestling coach. He earned the M.S. in Education in 1962 and the D.Ed. in 1964, both at Penn State University. His professional career was a varied one, serving as Dean of Men, Dean of the University College, and Dean for Undergraduate Studies at SUNY, Albany. From 1976 to 1979, he was Dean of Students at Indiana University in Gary’. Until his death, he was Vice President for Student Affairs at SUNY, Delhi. Many groups will miss Bob's participation, for he was dedicated to family and to community and professional service. He was an active member of his church, and published numerous articles in national education and student personnel journals. We send our condolences to his wife PATSY (REESE|, '57, and to his children Pamela, Susan, and Jeffrey. While Bob lost his 16-month battle with cancer, know' that his contribution to Wilkes and to higher education are remembered, respected, and appreciated. WILKES PLANS COURSE FOR FRESHMEN A special two-semester course entitled "Freshman Honors: Problems of Inquiry" will be offered in the fall of 1981 at Wilkes College. The course is designed for the high-ability and highly motivated freshman and is geared to provide both an intellectual challenge and a format for an exciting and interesting learning experience. Students will be introduced to a variety of materials including films, In an effort to diversify the content of the Quarterly-Alumnus we are rec n,*acf5"" submission r”-u—• we are requesting of' manuscripts for for consideration consideration for foi manuscripts publication. Articles mzmay range from 500 to 2,500 words °n topics of general interest to our readership or of special interest to a group of readers. Please submit manuscripts in double-spaced typewritten form to Director of Alumni Relations Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, ' Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. Manuscripts not selected for immediate publication will be held on file in the Alumni Office for possible publication in a future issue short stories, novels, essays, and case studies. The question-and-answer approach to the learning process will be followed in an attempt to involve both student and faculty in the group discussion. The goal of the course will be to deepen, enrich, and sharpen students' understanding of all the disciplines in which they will study during their college years. The concept for the course is to introduce the basic problems of knowledge and the difficulties which all people share in an attempt to understand the world in which they live. According to Dr. Jean Driscoll, chairman of the Department of Political Science and co-director for the course: "The course should be an exciting exploration of some of the ways of knowing developed in the disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, literature, philosophy, and the sciences. ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. frntn ttje Hast * GAIN degrees 1N forces prevented five memServi«>"theaH Jl f m receiving their drplo- ffmnasw®' Thomas D. Morgan, Plymouth; 8 The fiveme" *r Naniicoke; and Norman P. Korn^aRobert J Smith, and Gerard F. Rogers, all of Wi^X'an the only of the five who was still in Tom Morgan, <n co|ors JS sefvlng colleg! Wafi7th Armored Batallion al Fort Sill, OklawilhthA Wi kes, Tom sang with the Mudgutters hoiM. At VVHK president of the DeSZsSy.Many alumni will also remember b'certified toZch on the secondary level last Jann Don Kivler, who was active at Wilkes m Edu■^Denartment functions and in the Economics Qub? is now stationed at the U.S. Naval Training Center, Bainbridge, Md. Norm Kornblau, who holds a lieutenant s com­ mission in the Army Air Force, is at Mather Field, Calif. He took a Bachelor of Science degree m Commerce and Finance. 1961 THEATER ALUMNI RAISES THE CURTAIN This past May the Wilkes College Theater Alum­ ni marked its first birthday with the production, "Recollections in Three Acts," in which former Cue and Curtain members returned to Chase Theater to do scenes from previous dramas, com- “•» ••• u mark - or rmarker, for the monial dinner ,, — ««.r went a / malter of that. The testiwat a teacher can shlP and still be "Ot 0I11y "peeled but liW. Loved,even. Debating Society and the International R.iJClub at Wilkes, Bob also received Ms £”fo Commerce and Finance. 6 Gerard F. Rogers once a member of the Naval Reserve, is currently being trained as an infantrvman at Fort Jackson, S.C. While at Wilkes he par­ ticipated in German, Psychology, and Sociology Club activities and played in the college band. Up to the time of his call to service, he worked in the Testing Bureau here. CLASS NOTES lARCZYKlol'0™^ Ctaplain AI™ "'-WINby the Armv A Z ° Th“ bEen announced different sensentWiSZ^Xk now professor of military science and tactics at Chnstmn Brothers College in St. Louis, Mo., where he is m charge of the ROTC. He is a veteran of ten years service He commanded a medium tank company of the 14th Armored Division in France and Germany during World War II and afterwards served with occupation forces in Korea.... LEON J. SHUMOSIC, '51, has been accepted as senior cost clerk at the Newark, N.J., plant of AnheuserBusch, Inc. A native of West Nanticoke, Leon was a member of the Economics Club and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Fi­ nance. . , . ROBERT HALL, '51, has reported to Sampson, N.Y., to begin training with the Army Air Force. A member of the Wilkes football, baseball, and ice hockey teams, Bob received his B.S. degree in Commerce and Finance.... TRIBUTE TO TEACHER One of the pleasantest events on the Wilkes cam­ pus this spring was the testimonial dinner given for Dr. Frank J. J. Davies of the English Department. Dr. Davies himself was the first to point out that his being selected for the honor really did not sig­ nify. What was significant - and altogether gratify­ ing to the entire faculty, we suspect - was the fact that Wilkes students recognized quality instruction when they encountered it, that they were properly grateful to a teacher who was doing a conscientious job of work. There is a further reason for our pride in the stu­ dents who planned the dinner - a reason Dr. Davies did not comment on. As many of the alumni know, Dr. Davies is not and never has been an easy edies, and musicals. This production served to in­ crease the enthusiasm the members have shown in strengthening the association. Past President Bert Stein states, "Our's is a progressive organization, and our work on the campus in such activities is but a prologue to what we hope eventually to do. Our thoughts are constantly on the future fulfill­ ment of our goals." During the summer, the nominating committee met to make the necessary arrangements for the I J I | | election oi new officers. Election results were: Paul Thomas, '51, President; Bert Stein, '52, Vice-Presi­ dent; Steve Cooney, '60, Treasurer; and Jane Obitz Lind, '56, Secretary. These officers will preside over the theater Alumni meeting Homecoming week­ end. At a final meeting of the Executive Planning Committee on August 12 at Bert and Addie Stein's home, plans for the coming year were formulated. They will be submitted to the Alumni members for approval. CLASS NOTES ... LAWRENCE V. PEGG, JR., of 671 Cypress Avenue, Johnstown. Pennsylvania, is Assistant District Scout Executive in Johnstown. Larry attended the 232 National Training School for Scout Execu­ tives at Schiff Scout Reservation Mendhan New Jersey, during the months of April and May. He be can his duties with the Boy Scouts on April 1. ■ ■■ JOHN F. WOZNIAK, Brookling Manor Apart- Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin, ALUMNUS 13 �1971 1970 WILKES GRADUATE PROVES THAT BOOKS AND BEAUTY DO MIX If your image of a librarian is a little old lady who tells you to be quiet and not disturb the books — you haven't seen Joan Harvey! Joan Harvey, a member of the Wilkes class of 1970, is an assistant children's librarian at the Osterliout Free Library on South Franklin Street in Wilkes-Barre. But she's also a tiny (five-foot), 105pound, brown haired, blue-eyed bundle of charm who holds the title "Miss United Fund.' For all her charm, Joan is quick to point out that the Miss United Fund title is not just part of another beauty queen pageant, however. Her pri­ mary responsibility in the next few months will be to urge people throughout the Wyoming Valley to give generously to the United Fund cause hopefully reaching a goal of 51,503,000. All of this excitement has happened very quickly to the bubbly young librarian. She was approached in August to represent the Osterhout in the pageant, and as Joan describes it, "I hesitated about three seconds and said yes." Of the contest itself, Joan says she found even­ part of it to be fun, especially meeting the other contestants, who represented 23 area organizations. "It wasn't like we were competing with each other. We just all wanted to do the best job possible. We had fun, but we were also aware that it wasn't only for fun. The United Fund was in the back of our minds — and for that reason we wanted to put on a good show." She confides that she didn't think she'd even make the semi-finals, and what happened after that is pretty much a blur. All at once, Lee Vincent's or­ chestra was playing the Miss America theme song, and last year's winner, Judy Zeedock, was placing a tiara on her and handing her roses. Then came the camera flashes and the microphones. WILKES HIGH IN MAC RECORDS Although insufficient league games will again bar Wilkes from any Middle Atlantic Conference team and individual football statistical honors, the Col­ onels nevertheless will be keeping an eye on the MAC logs which find eight Blue and Gold marks still withstanding. A memorable Saturday afternoon on September 30, 1967, found defensive halfback Dan Malloy grabbing off five interceptions against Moravian. The amazing feat was only one pilfer shy of the NCAA record but stands alone in the MAC annals. Joe Wiendl still holds two entries in the MAC journals on the strength of 90- and 56-yard inter­ ceptions against PMC in 1967. Wiendl compiled the one-game standard of 146 yards and then pro­ ceeded to establish the one-season interception mark with 220 yards. The Blue and Gold also hold two records in the placekicking department with Bill Staake's nine placements against Haverford in 1967 and Paul Purta’s 1965 season total of 23 points via the PAT route still highwater marks. Teamwise, the charges of Coach Roland Schmidt have set standards for yards gained in a game, 654 versus Haverford. 1967; game rushing yardage, 473 versus Haverford, 1967; and fewest yards allowed in a season, 27.1 average, in 1965. CLASS NOTES Dr. June Turley, the former JUNE WILLIAMS, has been promoted to research manager in the Dow Interdiscipline Group of laboratories with responsi­ bility for both X-ray and emission spectroscopy in chemical physics research. She resides with her husband. SHELDON, '48, al 1208 Wakefield Drive, Midland, Michigan. . . . RICHARD BEL­ LAS recently received his doctor of medicine de­ gree from the University of Arkansas and was pro­ moted to the rank of major in the Air Force. Major Bellas is serving his internship at Baptist Medical Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, where he resides with his wife, Mary Ann, and their three sons, Joseph, John, and Robert. . . . RICHARD REES is an assistant professor of education in the depart­ ment of curriculum and instruction at Montclair State College. He resides with his wife and children at 57 Koyen Street, Fords, New Jersey. ... A daughter, Jean Allison, was born on May 28, 1971, to Mr. and Mrs. RICHARD RASPEN. They reside at 90 Charles Street, Wilkes-Barre. . . . FRANK HUSBAND and SANDRA DUNGAN were mar­ ried recently. Frank is presently working as a spe­ cial education teacher at the White Haven State School and Hospital. Sandra is a second grade teacher in the Dallas School District. They reside at 420 Market Street, Kingston, Pennsylvania. ------------------------------------------------------------- ATHERTON COMES HOME Jim Atherton, 1954 Wilkes graduate and former Colonel cage standout, has returned to the campus to serve the college as our new men's basketball coach. Jim, who for the past 13 years compiled an impressive career mark of 228-86 at Luzerne County Community College in Nanticoke, replaces Ron Righter who resigned to take the assistant position at Washington State in the Pac-10. Atherton, who was selected to the all-time basketball squad at Wilkes for ais outside shooting, will serve Wilkes inly as its head basketball coach while :eeping his duties at LCCC as director if student affairs and athletics. "I’m very elated," offered Atherton, onsidered one of the finest basketball aaches on the East coast. "As an umnus, I have great pride in Wilkes. ALUMNUS FALL SPORTS PREVIEW It's an excellent college and I'm honored to coach here." While at LCCC, Jim's teams captured six conference titles, including a 55-consecutive win streak at home. LCCC was also involved in post-season play in 11 of his 13 years. A feeling of confidence is in the air as the six fall season sports teams of Wilkes College prepare for the 1981 campaign. The Colonel teams will be trying to come back from an overall record of 37-47-5 during the 1980 fall season. Coach Rollie Schmidt's gridders will be looking to improve on their 3-6 mark of 1980. Schmidt has a host of top-notch 1981 slate will be tough with such top-notch opponents as national powers Bloomsburg State and Scranton. Wilkes will meet cross-town rival King's College on Nov. 11. Another Wilkes team trying to turn things around is the women's tennis team, which went 1-11 last year and has been 2-33 over the past three seasons. One of the highlights for coach Nancy Snee's crew last fall was the play of freshman Cathy Price of Exeter. Price went on to garner the team's "MVP" award while playing number one singles and represented the college at the Middle Atlantic Conference tournament. With a host of letterwomen returning and some recruits in camp, imp,in Snee is looking for a few more wins 1981. Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Oct. 3 Oct. 10 Oct. 17 24 31 6 14 1:30 H Upsala 1:30 A Lycoming H 1:30 •Susquehanna 1:30 A Trenton State 1:30 A Juniata 1:30 H Delaware Valley 1:30 H #johns Hopkins A 7:30 FDU Madison 1:30 A Albright ’Parents' Day ft Homecoming Women's Volleyball Doris Saracino, coach Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Oct. Oct. Oct. 17 21 22 25 29 1 4 6 Oct. 8 Oct. 12 Oct. 14 Oct. J? Oct. 20 Oct. 22 °ct. 23-24 Oct. 28 Nov. i Nov, 3 W. Maryland (scrim.) Wilkes Tourney (Allentown. Scranton. Messiah) Elizabethtown Upsala Scranton King's Dickinson King's FDU Madison Delaware Valley Misericordia L.C.C.C. PennStatelLehman Moravian Baptist Bible Susquehanna East Stroudsburg Tourn. Bucknell Misericordia Scranton A H Women's Tennis - Nancy Snee, coach Soccer - Ernesto Lopez, coach Football-Rome Schmidt, coach Sept. 11 Sept. 12 Jim, who resides in South Wilkes-Barre with his wife Patricia and their five children, was the subject of a special sports feature in the Winter-1977 issue of the Quarterly. Atherton is shown being greeted on the Wilkes campus by 1981 co-captain Kevin Walker of Springfield, N.J. forced IO check elsewhere on his team for offensive firepower. And the answer might rest with junior Carlos Ribiero of Union, N.J. The 1981 WILKES FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE Oct. Nov. Nov. by Eddie White III ’BO Lopez. With the loss of co-MVP lohn Brill and leading scorer Dung Chi Duong to graduation, Lopez has been But Saracino and Co. were ,. 1 , ,, hit hard by graduation and 1981 could become ecome a rebuilding season for the Colonelettes onelettes Expected to bolster the Wilkes attack are the co-captains junior Cheryl Frystak of Montrose and senior Cathy Dudick of Wilkes-Barre. Coach Gay Meyers and her women's field hockey team also might be involved in a rebuilding season. Last year, the ladies started out fast, winning six and tying one of their first eight encounters. But the lady Colonels dropped three of their last four to finish with an overall mark of 6-4-3. Gone via graduation are two of the top three scorers with only junior Diane Hall of Ephrata, Pa., (nine goals) back to aid the offense. Among the schedule highlights is an encounter with "bigtime" foe University of Pittsburgh. Also looking to improve in 1981 is the men's soccer team of coach Ernesto Alew coach Bart Bellairs will have 14-7 year. some key lettermen returning with a host of highly-touted newcomers. Expected to lead the Wilkes running attack this fall is senior captain Ken Pascoe of Nanticoke. Another successful team a year ago was the women's volleyball team of Oct. Wli veteran mentor Doris Sac iracino. year, the ladies went 11-8, settirLast .ting the school record for most wins ■_'.s in one season. recruits in camp and is fresi,'I’°Lward to the 1981 schedule. Iodine games, the Blue and Gold Of ‘IS "home at the friendly confines will bi,n Field on four occasions, of ^,5.°on to the traditional Middle In Conference foes. Wilkes will ^non-league Trenton State and "'ei time opponent John Hopkins diversity, the latter contest serving year's Alumni Homecoming £ on October 31. The most successful of last year's Wilkes fall sports teams, the cross country unif, will be even stronger in 1981. Last year, under coach Ron Righter the Blue and Gold harriers compiled a school record 14 wins in a Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Nov. Nov. 12 16 19 26 30 3 10 15 22 24 28 31 7 11 Alumni Game Scranton Upsala FDU Madison Muhlenberg Lycoming Moravian Elizabethtown Albright Susquehanna Baptist Bible Bloomsburg Delaware Valley King's H H A H H H A H A A H A H H 2:00 3:30 10:30 2:00 3:30 10:30 2:00 3:30 3:00 10:30 3:30 1:00 2:00 3:30 6:00 2:00 H 4:00 A 7:00 A 7:00 A 7:00 H 6:30 H 7:00 H 2:00 H 4:00 H 7:00 A 7:00 H 7:00 A 11:00 A 7:00 H 6:30 A II 3:30 H 2:00 H 7:00 Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. 12 17 22 25 30 2 3 8 10 13 14 17 20 Sept. 12 Sept. 19 Sept. 23 Sept. 30 3 7 Oct. 10 Oct. 13 16 Oct. Oct. 20 Oct. 28 Nov. 7 Oct. Oct. Elizabethtown Del. Vai./King's Phila. Pharm./ Textile Scran./King's/ Muhlenberg Baptist Bible Lebanon Valley Moravian Albright Scranton Susquehanna Baptist Bible MAC'S A H A 2:00 1:30 4:00 A 4:00 A H A H A A H 4:00 1:00 4:00 Sept. 5 Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. Oct. 17 19 24 26 30 2 Oct. Oct. Oct. 6 8 10 13 17 Oct. 28 Oct. Oct. 4:00 4:00 A 11:00 H 4:00 A 3:00 A 3:30 H 3:00 A 4.00 H 11:00 H 3:30 H 11:00 A 3:30 H 3:00 A 1:00 H 4:00 Field Hockey - Gay Meyers, coach Sept. 12 Cross Country - Bart Bellairs, coach King's Scranton Lock Haven Upsala Bloomsburg Scranton Baptist Bible Marywood Misericordia Lycoming Mansfield East Stroudsburg King's Oct. 30 Nov. 4 Club Team Scrimmage Pre-Season Scrimmage (Messiah. Mansfield) Elizabethtown Alumni Game East Stroudsburg Albright Misericordia University of Pitt Bloomsburg State (both games at BSC) Delaware Valley Marywood FDU Madison Lycoming •Susquehanna Bucknell Scranton Lafayette H 9:00 H 9:00 H H A A H A 4:00 11:00 3:00 11:00 4:00 1:00 3:30 H H A A H H A A 4:00 4:00 12:30 4:00 11:00 3:30 3:00 2:30 ALUMNUS 15 �A WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 5 0 PRESENTS PRESENTS AN ARUBA FLING! SKIING IN THE SWISS ALPS Take Your Place in the Sun This Winter January 3 to January 12 December 26 to January 3 Features of This SPECTACULAR Trip Are: Al! Inclusive Philadelphia Departure • Round Trip Charter del Fight • Beachfront Hotel Acwsincxa: :ns ter 7 N jhls • Transfers Between Aip-t 2-2 • Baggage la Cl. ;• ■ Manager s Cocktail Party • Beach and Pcclside Cic.se Loec-ge ■n Sound Trip del Flights — New Yoik-Zurich on Swissair ficund Trip Transfers Between Zurich and Interlaken Three Star Hotel Accommodations With Bath lor 7 Nights Continental Breakfast and Full Dinner Daily Bus Transpwtltfon Between Hotel and Ski Lilts Information Briefing By Ski Expert Includes AH Tips, Taxes, and Service Charges May 31, 1981 anci jggg. •a ■* « * •* ONLY $589 S649 ~ U Manchebo Beach Holiday Inn ASSEtS: COMPLETE - »S39.00 jrountsReceivable;; Fuei-Heiated ^creases * At> WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI. P.O. BOX 111. WILKES-BARRE. FA 18755 ramand Friends of Wilkes Alumni Are Invited Along DETACH AMO MAIL WITH YOUR CHECK FOR 5200 PER PERSON DEPOSIT TO WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI, P.O. BOX 111, WILKES-BARRE, PA 18766 Name: Name Address: Address Families and Friends of -,ss .4 —?; .4 re tsc A/c.tj DETACH AND MAIL W TH 1C.S CHECK FOR S50 PER PERSON DEPOST TO 1981 $ Term investments 4,699,931 3,724,107 273,030 26,136,591 InVeSt Assets (Total) J" Buildings and Equipment, Etc TOTAL................................... _ homecoming HBB WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS: FRIDAY 3 p.m.— Women s Field Hockey 7 p.m. — Display Judging and Campus Tours 8 p.m.—Friday Frolic SATURDAY 9 a.m. — Tennis Tourney Departmental Presentations 12:15 — Homecoming Parade 1 p.m. — Soccer 1:30 — Football Homecoming Run 4 p.m. —Fifth Quarter 6 p.m.— Cocktails before Dinner Smorgasbord Dinner 9 p.m.— Homecoming/ Halloween Ball SUNDAY 8:30 —Brunch to Order 2 p.m. — Women’s Volleyball 7:30 —Piano Concert 9 p.m. — SG Film: "Terror Train" 16 ALUMNUS COMMITTEE MEMBERS: j§l 567,120 534,785,683 liabi: Gina (O'Brien) Davies '77 Registration Desks Marta Baker '81 & Margaret Scholl ’81 Friday Frolic Tom Rokita '68 Tennis Tourney Bob Silvi '69 Parade Marshall Ed Eppler '81 Homecoming Run Joanne Rice '83 Halftime Ceremonies Paul Purta '67 Fifth Quarter Allan Allan ’50 Dinner and Dance Andrea Petrasek '69 Sunday Brunch Carol (Corbett) Pawlush '79 Secretary of the Committee Chris (Miele) Baron '73 John Baron '75 Pat Burke '69 Dave Davies '76 Joanne Levandoski '70 George Pawlush '69 Alan Zellner '72 4,269,745 31,297,375 TOTAL Millie Gittins '46 Honorary Chairman Art Hoover '55 Executive Council Meeting Carl Urbanski '57 Judging of Displays & Floats 278,723 400,000 4,504,476 3,974,679 263,531 25,364,274 LITIES and fund balance Tel. No. Total Liabilities Fund Balances. 34th ANNUAL WILKES COLLEGE 1980 733,461 s 4,265,867 30,519,816 535,567,120 534,785,683 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES For the Years Ended May 31, 1981 and 1980' REVENUES AND OTHER ADDITIONS: 1981 Educational and general Auxiliary enterprises Private gifts and grants Government appropriations (restricted) Investment income (restricted) Interest on loans receivable Retirement of indebtedness Realized gain on investments Expended for plant facilities (Included in current fund expenditures) . TOTAL EXPENDITURES AND OTHER DEDUCTIONS: Educational and general Auxiliary enterprises Refunded to grantors hedges canceled Roan cancellations and write-offs ministrative and collection costs Die menJ Pr*nc*Pal and interest.................................................... ^Posal of plant facilities... al‘«d loss on investments 291,588 309,329 15,329,192 14,397,141 12,093,410 1,771,143 30,573 17,048 125,693 20,981 194,686 228,866 69,233 11,015,153 1,619,500 40,748 13,924 122,003 20,934 192,531 306,248 5,549 14,551,633 13J36J90 total NET INCREASE ^UND BALANCE (BEGINNING) 'UND balance (ending)..................................... pared summary financial statements not subject to audit. 1980 S 9,655,832 5 8,517,360 2,033,171 1,841,202 748,183 506,156 2,169,565 2,572,648 287,470 260,292 51,505 47,981 90,319 95,402 248,330 777,559 1,060,551 30,519,816 29,459,265 531,297,375 530^519^816 • • • __===== FALL 1981 9 �ISIS '"f '» TO CHRONOLOGY OF EVENTS - ACADEMIC YEAR 1980-1981 SEPTEMBER • Hosted a television debate for Attorney General Candidates Michael O Pake and Leroy S. Zimmerman in the Center for the Performing Arts. • Received a challenge grant of $100,000 from Kresge Foundation for renovations to Chase Hall, Kirby Hall, and Bedford Hall. • Welcomed 707 new students during Orientation exercises. • Mayor Thomas McLaughlin signed a proclamation designating an International Literacy Day” and presented the document to Dr. George Siles in recognition of the Volunteers for Literacy Program at the College. • Featured an appearance by Olympic Gold Medalist Wilma Rudolph as part of the Concert and Lecture Series. • Featured the works of John Stascak at the Sordoni Art Gallery. • Offered a series of six seminars entitled * Seminars for Financial Awareness ' through the Division cf Continuing Education and the Commerce and Financial Department. • Presented the National Shakespeare Company’s production of ‘‘Romeo ana Juliet as part of the Concert and Lecture Series. OCTOBER • Presented Tony Mcmazaro Mime Theatre as pari of the Concert and Lecture Series. • Featured Dr. Armor R. Upgrea, Director of the Van Meek Observatory, Wesleyan University, as a cues: lecturer. • Hosted a debate on the pros and cons of using nuclear power in Pennsylvania. Report has^^ • Initiated The lob Location and Development Program" to give area employers the opportunity to hire quality students. • Hosted a Women in Careers Seminar lor women seeking information on how to prepare for and select career opportunities. • Exhibited works by Mark Cohen, Vai Cushing, Jody Pinto, and Nancy Hagin in the Visiting Artists Group Exhibit at the Sordoni Art Gallery. • Initiated the Nursing Program at the Hazleton State General Hospital. • Received a check from the National Council of Jewish Women appropriated for the College's scholarship fund. L FEBRUARY • Presented the musical "Celebration" as one of the College’s Theatre Productions. • Hosted the Pennsylvania-Anthracite Section of the American Institute of Mining Engineers for their spring meeting/seminar. • Official kick-off event for Campaign '81. MARCH • Hosted the Thirteenth Annual Seminar of the National Honor Society. • Sponsored a workshop cn public law in conjunctkm with the Lucerne County Intermediate Unit #18 and C’mmrm s Service of Wyoming Valley. • Presented a lecture on "Sex and Single Cell — Reproduction in Mircoalgae" by Francis Trainor, Professor of Botany at the University of Connecticut. • Received the Firs: Award cf Merit presented by the American Planning Association for developing a Space Udlizadon Study and Planning Aid for the campus. • Announced that the $500,000 goal was exceeded during the 1981 Annual Campaign. • Hosted the 27th Anzeai Tax C:r.:c co-sponsored by Wilkes College and the Northeast Chapter. Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants. • Featured Dr. Manin Seligman, Professor cf Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania as part cf the Concert and Lecture Series. • Received accreditation for the Electrical Engmeering Program at the College by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABED. • Established the endowed .Max Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities. ° Appointed Richard M. Ross, Jr. to the Chairmanship of the Community Drive for the 1981 Annual Campaign. 0 Hosted “Science Expo, 1980“ for several hundred visiting high school students. • Hosted approximately 200 guests for a candlelight supper and reception to open the major exhibit "Students of the Eight" at the Sordoni Art Gallery. 0 Featured Dr. Mark Hite, Director of Toxicology and Pathology a! the Merck Institute for Therapeutic Research a: lecturer on ' The Potential of Chemicals to Cause Tumors and Cancer." ® Sponsored a “Careers Day” through the Nursing Student Organization and the Careers Center at the College. ° Named Eugene Roth to the Chairmanship of the 1981 Annual Campaign. 0 Hosted Luzerne County Counselor: Amoriation for a meeting to discuss recent trends in student counseling. • Named Gerald Moffatt to the Chairmanship of the 1981 Alumni Appeal. DECEMBER ® Hosted a seminar on the “Fundamental Principles of Income Tax” which was co-sponsored by the Division of Continuing Education. • Presented the original play by Writer-in-Residence, Philip Bosakowski entitled "Flood." • Exhibited the works of forty-six artists from across the United Slate: who use paper as an art form in an exhibition endowed in honor of Roy E. Morgan called "Paper as a Medium." MAY • Featured local alumna, newswoman Debbie Dunleavy, as guest speaker at the Annual Spring Dinner of the Greater Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. • Hosted 33rd Annual Luzerne County High School Mathematics Contest. • Featured U. S. Court of Appeals Circuit Judge A. Leon Higginbotham as Commencement Speaker. • Hosted a seminar on Small Business at Stark Learning Center. • Hosted a seminar entitled "Advertising for the Small Business" in Stark Learning Center. • Hosted descendents of Zebulon Buller al the 1981 Buller Society Conference held on campus. ° Appointed new Chairman to Board of Trustees, William L. Conyngham, and elected Harold Rose, Jr., Mrs, Luciana Suraci, and Miss Alexandra Ehret to serve on the College’s Governing Board. • Selected Mildred A. Giltins to serve as Honorary Chairman of the 34th Annual Homecoming of the Alumni Association. ® Added a new major, "Communication Studies," to the curricula of the Department of Language and Literature, RESIDENCE HALL FACTS Location: Comer of Northampton and South River Streets in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Construction Begins: September, 1981 Completion DateAugust, 1982 No. of Floors; Four (4) Capacity; WFeeiandflVe 12051 55-»00 (approximate) “"mated Cost; WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY FiniCTHAANNNG STAGES celebratjon A. Establish an Ad Hoc committee to: 1. 2. 3. Study the probable reductions which will be made in financial aid for 1982-83 Assess the impact of anticipated reductions on students at Wilkes Provide an analysis of the probable consequences of ®uc"neU wiU^takTpa6^11*5 Ask the Long-Range Planning Committee and the Faculty Policy C. Publish calendar of key events D. Establish budget for extraordinary expenses IV. EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPING A MARKET PLANNING AND RESEARCH PROGRAM WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE COLLEGE MORE EFFICIENTLY TO: Identify the individuals and groups it serves Assess the extent to which it meets the needs of those it serves Identify potential constituencies it could serve consistent with the nature of the institution Such a program would involve determinations as to the practicalities of: A. B. An assessment of the College s current position with respect to its actual and potential areas The design and implementation of a Market Research project which would identify the type of marketing effort needed by the College The planning and implementation of C. a range of market strategies Committee to: Study the report provided by the 1. ... • Announced the initiation of an Honors l.’.„, Program entitled "Freshman Honors: Problems of Inquiry" to begin Fall “ ‘I semester 1981. WR1Cb B' ^ly develop oths related n°n’Buckndl rcla^d eVem? events Complete history of Wilkes college 2. kevn'iShpr0?ram of events with y community groups 3. AlLP’e n .AnniversarY edition of Alumni Directory 4. Finalize plans for alumni special events F 5. Prepare plan for media communications 6. Define faculty departmental activities 7. Establish special cultural events programming 8. Plan with student organizations for appropriate student activities financial aid reductions on student enrollment at Wilkes B. versary A' Sv^X^^BuckneU ENROLLMENT JULY "’BS' Red brick IO for II. STUDY THE EFFECT OF FINANCIAL AID REDUCTIONS AND TAKE STEPS TO MINIMIZE THE IMPACT OF A POTENTIAL REDUCTION IN • Held 34th Annual Commencement in Ralston Field with over 400 students receiving degrees. JUNE I. DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PLANS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE HALL Establish a management system for coordination of the Construction Program B. Create a communication system to keep key personnel and agencies of the College informed of the status of the construction C. Establish procedures for the transfer of new facility to the College D. Develop a procedure to insure smooth occupancy of the facility E. Implement fund-raising and financing plans to provide the required resources for the project APRIL • Commissioned nine cadets in the ROTC program to the rank of Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. projects will require our conUnued guidance and evaluation there conf to be many new areas that we m° st‘nUe explore. st As we enter into the 1981-1982 Academic Year much remains to be done. In an effort to guide us through the next twelve months we have established, as> in ’ years past, Institutional Objectbives that pinpoint four major areas iof concern. Those objectives are to: A. NOVEMBER • Featured an appearance by Har.k Aaron, former major-league baseball player, as part of the Coxa! and Lecture Series. this work that has been donT d °fthe academic year. WhUl°“^XePaSt JANUARY • Hosted members of the ah-r-w at the 33rd Annual Alumni Homecoming. • Hosted a seminar on taxes and financial aid through the Division of Ccntmuing Education. III. • Received $102,000 Grant from the Pew Memorial Trust for renovations to academic facilities. • Honored members of the John Wilkes Club with a formal recognition dinner. 2. SSK-d impact R^con^endSs which — be 3. taken to minimize the impact C. Implement recommendations C°re °h °Ue shall continue to strengthen “Sol FALL 1981 H �rlt CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY SOUTH RIVER STREET: A NW LOOK 1-Of{ Over the past few years the South River Street section of the Wilkes campus has become the center of academic and cultural activity for both the college and community. In addition to the educational opportunities afforded by the facilities on that part of campus, the refurbished and renovated physical plant provides an impressive landscape for travelers who journey down South River Street past our campus. We invite you to take thatjourney. RESIDENCE HALL In September of 1981 construction commenced on our new 205-bed, four-story residence hall which will provide living space for tomorrow’s leaders and scholars. Designed architecturally to blend with adjacent buildings., the new structure is scheduled tor completion in August of 1982 and will house students beginning in the Fall of that year. The fully air-conditioned facility is designed for energy efficiency and low cost maintenance- CONYNGHAM STUDENT UNION The Conyngham Student Union building, given by the Conyngham family and refurbished with the help of funds raised by the College through its Alpha Campaign, is a multi-functional unit which is available to campus clubs and organizations for student activities and for relaxation. The Student Union building is also the home of all Student Government offices. The basement of the Union serves as a social center where students can plan and hold various activities throughout the year. A cafeteria on the main floor is available to students, faculty and staff each day which encourages an informal exchange between all constituencies of the College on an ongoing basis. The Conyngham Student Union provides a home away from home for all members of the Wilkes family. A ANNETTE EVANS ALUMNI AND FACULTY HOUSE of Office. pecial Pr°grams The Gracious English Tudor structure is used extensively for meelmgs, social functions and as a ■ “ a.t_146^Riv_er Street served as the home of Dr'" Eugene™ Tart" ! i^1” ; contains classrooms, < S”, facuhy ofhees the first President of Wilkes College" J* jdS i and materials in nCaJ earth and *K2'lal sciences, art, J^cs-computer science, I and psychology. ' trtae Computer Center is i fe Stark with facilities Fa ® iSfe* I £awilable,ostudenls S> time, Chase Hall provides for them their initial stopping place. Home of the admissions office, Chase Hall was presented to the College in 1937 by Rear Admiral Harold R. Stark as a memorial to Fred Chase and his wife, who was Admiral Stark's sister. Extensive renovations during 1980 have kept the historical tradition and significance of the 65-year-old structure intact. Admiral Stark was bom in Wilkes-Barre over 100 years ago and attended Wilkes-Barre High School. He became a member of the Wilkes Board of Trustees in 1947 and became Chairman of the Board in 1960. The long time friend and benefactor of Wilkes was accorded the unique distinction of appointment as Honorary Chairman of the Board of Trustees, a lifetime appointment conferred upon him by the Board following his retirement in 1965. Chase Hall, which also houses the political science and psychology departments, serves as a constant reminder that one man’s vision and generosity can mold future generations and lifestyles. KIRBY HALI 0 BEDFORD HALL S^KSr to the Coll »eiXi uWaS8iven The beautiful three-story structure is the home of the Language and Literature Department and, as history would have it, was the site of the first ®1 !” ^oming Valley back on April 1 of 1769. In 1980, with the help of funds raised during the College's ftree-year Alpha Campaign, Kirby Hall was completely renovated including a new tile roof and specially made windows. Support from the F. M. Kirby Foundation helped to make this possible. Kirby Hall, featured in the Winter, 1981 issue of The Quarterly, stands as a symbol of strength for both the College and Wyoming Valley. Today, Bedford Hall serves as a residence hall for upperclassmen Students residing in the charming Sructure come to Wilkes from different parts of the country and are seeking varied degrees which allow for a diversified living experience during the students' residence at Wilkes. Bedford Hall underwent extensive exterior refurbishment tn 1980 and is one of several showcase buildings on campus. The Bedford Hall lawn area is the site of many outdoor social events throughout the year including an annual carnival which raises funds for local charities. *&, >X3 jV cn O d H K fc'r <z> a ■ j .J-4* : i i" Wg ® JSy involved in computer pjrtnuning, research, and Lsole problem solving. Bi Wilkes College Stark laming Center-a modern icility with flexible educational opportunities for today's student ad tomorrow's leader. sgggg; .a Ti CHASE HALL When prospective students visit rk Learning5e$7 niilHon sa oz \ ARNING iff tfl W zO ----- A L, ■ ~~ SOUTH RIVER STREET j Frothy ■' 1 RIVER COMMON .fo. A' " " '-'‘A . . ? ; ' I. i kMi. < -7 :.rr. cS0N DaRte I $83, ^7pD>Darte ^reMs ml Jn memory of her susquehamiva the hub of cultural activity on the campus. A 500-seat auditorium with 2,640 sq. it. of stage area provides a beautiful setting for Concert and Lecture Series Programs, Theatre Productions, Music Concerts, Major Lectures, Films and Assemblies. The facility, dedicated in April of 1970, is also made available to community groups who wish to hold their special programs on our campus. Adjacent to the CPA is Gies Hall which is the home of the College music department. While major concertsand recitals are held m the CPA, individual student performances as well as Prac, sssions are held in an acoustically designed auditorium m Gets Hall. The Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts ano Geis Hall - serving the culuira needs of the College and the Community. FALL 1981 13 �rationally CULTURAL EVENTS CALENDAR 1981-1982 Programs for the College and the Community Date Event 11 FILM: Caddyshack ($25) Center for the Performing Arts (CPA) 18 FILM: The Shop on Main Street Stark Learning Center (SLC) 22 CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: Jean Kilbourne, "The Naked Truth — Advertising's Image of Women" (CPA) 25 FILM: Love at First Bite ($25) (CPA) 7 & 9 p.m. 22 FILM: Psycho (SLC) Room 1 7:30 p.m. 24 FILM: The Rose ($25) (CPA) 7 & 9 p.m. 29 FILM: Jazz Singer ($.25) (CPA) 7 & 9 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 9-11 FILM: Potemkin (SLC) Room 1 FILM: Murder by Death ($.25) (SLC) Room 101 14-Mar. 7 7:30 p.m. MUSIC: Concerto Concert (CPA) 23 FILM: The Sea Gull (SLC) 7:30 p.m. 24 FILM: Fame ($25) (CPA) 27 CONCERT £ LECTURE SERIES: Tony Montanaro, Mime (CPA) 26-28 2 1 FILM: Terror Train ($.25) (CPA) 12 CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: The Annapolis Brass Quintet (CPA) 13 FILM: Juliet of the Spirits (SLC) 14 FILM: Private Benjamin ($.25) (CPA) 15 CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: William Bolcom and Joan Morris, "The American Songbook" (CPA) 7:30 p.m. 7 t 9 p.m. ini-n 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. FILM: The Big Sleep (SLC) Room 1 7 & 9 p.m. 7 & 9 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 9 p.m. CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: McCarter Theatre in Shaw's "Arms and the Man" 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. ART EXHIBIT: Berenice D'Vorzon: Paintings. Sordoni Art Gallery FILM: Breathless (SLC) Room 1 FILM: Electric Horseman ($.25) (SLC) Room 101 7 & 9 p.m. MUSIC: Alumni Concert (CPA) Total enrollment *ud«mlc year 8:15 p.m. 7 & 9 p.m. MUSIC: College Choir Concert (CPA) 8:15 p.m. 7:30 p.m. MUSIC: Cap and Bell Singers Gies Hall 8:15 p.m. 4 FILM: "M" (SLC) Room 1 7:30 p.m. THEATRE: "The Servant of Two Masters" 27 ART EXHIBIT: "Ed Meneeley: Paintings Prints & Sculpture" Sordoni Art Gallery 8:15 p.m. 30 S 940 51.310 95.9 118.8 154.5 95.0 128 6 156.2 1978- 79 ...................... Change from 1977-78 11,392.000 + 0.8% 206.4 -r 9.5% 217.1 + 7.9% 54,000.000.000 + 8.0% 1979- 80 ...................... Change from 1978-79 11.707.000 * 2.8% 230.3 + 9.8% 58,500,000.000 + 8.3% ' 1967 - 100 T Adjusted io 1967 dollars, according fo 232.1 -r-12.5% 2.547 3.133 3.769 4,740 + 7.1% 2.656 2.637 2.439 2.297 - 2.1% 2.153 - 6.3% Por itudent Total S 240.000.000 1.440,000,000 1,860,000.000 2.160.000,000 3.230.000.000 ♦ 6.3% 3.800,000.000) *17.6% Ad|utt*dt 5 90 241 215 209 5126 251 181 135 284 * 5.6% 325 ♦ 53% 138 - 3.5% 140 + P*» ctnt ot total 9.6% 9.5% 6.9% 5.6% 6.0% ♦ 7.1% 6.4% ♦ 6.7% Consumer Price Index by Betsy B. Condron THEATRE: "Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead" 7:30 p.m. ART EXHIBIT: "David Armstrong: Paintings" MUSIC: College Choir & Wind Ensemble (CPA| 8:15 p.m. MUSIC: Chamber Orchestra (CPA) 8:15 p.m. MAY 4 7 & 9 p.m. Ad|uitedt 5.967.000 8.649.000 10.322.000 7 & 9 p.m. 21 FILM: Last Year at Marienbad (SLC) Room 1 Current ...................... ..................... ...................... ...................... 3:30 p.m. FILM: The Man Who Loved Women (SLC) Room 1 23 Total Per etudent S 2,500,000.000 15,200,000.000 27.100,000.000 38.900.000,000 1949-50 1965-66 1970-71 1974-75 Eitlmited voluntary support Higher Education Prlca Index• 2.659.000 7:30 p.m. 16 25-May 23 2 FILM: Godspell (SLC) Room 101 Consumer Price Index * Source: Council for Financial Aid to Education 26 22-24 1877-75 College and University Fund-Raising Resultsfrom 1950 to 1980 Compared with Trends in Prices, Spending, and Enrollment 7:30 p.m. 27 2 1875-71 Academic Year APRIL MUSIC: Wind Ensemble Concert (CPA) WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1B51-S2 Initltutlonal eipendRurex CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: Smithsonian Jazz Ensemble (CPA) 19 28 8:15 p.m. FILM: Young Frankenstein ($.25) (SLC) MUSIC: Chamber Concert (CPA) FILM: Once in Paris (SLC) Room 101 CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES: The Temple Trio (CPA) 21-Apr. 18 18 FILM: Blues Brothers ($.25) (SLC) Room 101 1SSW« 1H9-50 THEATRE: "110° in the Shade" A musical (CPA) 18 ART EXHIBIT: Paintings of Edwin Zoller. Sordoni Art Gallery CONCERT &: LECTURE SERIES: Anthony and Joseph Paratore, Duo Pianists (CPA) 7:30 p.m. 7 & 9 p.m. ■ . MARCH 8 p.m. DECEMBER U FILM: Brubaker ($.25) (CPA) FILM: Citizen Kane (SLC) Room 1 7 & 9 p.m. 20 8 19 21 1 IS!.’00' ART EXHIBIT: Scholastic Art Competition Sordoni Art Gallery 26 28 8:15 p.m. MUSIC: Cap and Bell Singers Gies Recital Hall 6-Jan. 3 8:15 p.m. 12 23 11 6 7:30 p.m. MUSIC: Wind Ensemble Concert (CPA) 13 NOVEMBER 4-6 FILM: (To be announced) (SLC) Room 1 9 S p.m. THEATRE: "The Glass Menagerie" (Admission Charge) (CPA) 1-29 5 7 & 9 p.m. OCTOBER FILM: On the Waterfront (SLC) »UiO FEBRUARY ART EXHIBIT: "An Analysis of a Project" Sordoni Art Gallery 2 (Millions of dollars) ».«»■ ART EXHIBIT: "Invisible Light: Photographs" Sordoni Art Gallery 10-Feb. 7 ART EXHIBIT: "A Range of Contemporary Drawings" — Sordoni Art Gallery SEPTEMBER 27-Oct. 25 Tinie(s) JANUARY AUGUST 30-Sept. 20 Event Date Time(s) UM, 30 Years of Giving to Higher Education ART EXHIBIT: Summer Show Sordoni Art Gallery Note: Since programs and timesare ______-----------z— • you are encouraged subject to change to contact the Wilkes Connection al 826-1135 prior to each event. Hta In keeping with this special issue of the Quarterly and President Capin's Annual Report, I'd like to brief you on one aspect of our Planned Giving Program's progress. A highlight of my first two years in this role has been the discovery that there are so many Wilkes friends who include the College as part of their regular philanthropy. These men and women not only give to our annual fund and contribute to special scholarship, endowment, or building needs. .. they also form the base of a planned gifts network. Among such friends are those who have recently told us that Wilkes is included in their wills, that is, their estate planning. During the past year the College has received several such bequests, from the $500 and $1,000 level up to a charitable remainder trust of an entire estate, which will ultimately come to Wilkes. The Pooled Income Fund is of particular interest to one of our loyal donors who has purchased units in it via several gifts, thereby earning tax advantages, life income for himself and his beneficiary, and supporting this school which means so much to his hometown. I've just described two kinds of estate planning that have given us financial support... life income plans and bequests made under wills. They are the essenti Phi • lan • thro • py (fe-lan-thra-pe) ingredients of this program: the donor makes a planned gift now Io benefit Wilkes later. Some people believe that wills are an unnecessary provision for a far-off inevilability. Not so! Your will is the cornerstone of your estate plan which has two aims: property disposal according to your wishes and protection against lax shrinkage. The friends described above discovered that bequests to Wilkes satisfied both goals. by will, large or small, can be tailored to A bequest fit your circumstances. You may have priorities to take care of before Wilkes becomes a beneficiary. In that case, Wilkes could be named a contingent beneficiary. Remember that a bequest can be made to honor your family name or a teacher or friend who influenced your life. Wilkes' rolls are replete wilh such meaningful memorials: those fine names are a continual tribute and reminder of the people who built and supported this unique educational institution over the past decades. Wilkes is certainly grateful (or its ever-widening cirde of planned giving friends. If you are, or plan to be, a part of that circle, it may be comforting to recall Thoreau's words: "Philanthropy is almost the only virtue which is sufficiently appreciated by mankind." FALL 1981 15 �THE RHYTHM OF TIME You must build a firm foundation Within you, a State, a Nation, Not let Hope be your constructor, Expect Time to change the structure. You should be a careful workman, If you wish to get fine work done, Giving strength where strength is needed, Hearing words before unheeded. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED Time can only work by using Strengths or faults you've been excusing, The foundations you have charted, Or the building you have started. Time moves on with steady rhythm, Causing firmness or indecision, Moving on in strength or weakness, Magnifying each uniqueness. Eleanor Coates Farley NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. Llewellyn W KlWlCirCIrt:® � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Fall 1981 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1981 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/04e2df49eec6737af7fdf359c2a83fa1.pdf e3f4b5f8e38da3bf0c53ca25672a4379 PDF Text Text WINTER 1961 �WINTER WILKE6 COLLEGE Volume 4. Number 3 K ■ KKWpf editor Randall J. Xenakis associate editor Jane E. Manganella editorial staff 4 William Miller'81 Daria Morris '83 Margaret Scholl '81 William Scholl '83 Edward White III '80 Regina White '83 ON THE COVER — Artist Ralph Frost, in this stunning portrayal of Kirby Hall, captures all of the tradition and eloquent styling of one of the most historic buildings on the Withes campus. With the help of funds from the Alpha Campaign, Kirby Hall has. over the past year, undergone extensive internal and external refurbishment, turning it into a campus showplace. This issue of The Quarterly revolves around this legendary structure. What goes on academically within the confines of Kirby Hall today is looked at, as well as the intriguing development and history which is captured within its walls. WILKES COLLEGE ARCHIVES ______ Fiibp-hP, She-uT' ror.cy L.Ctaiy contributing staff Betsy Bell Condron Edward White 111 '80 Regina White '83 If Only the Walls Could Talk by: william v. Lewis, Jr. On the corner of South and South River Streets stands the impressive structure of Kirby Hall. Bill Lewis, a 1980 Wilkes graduate, gives us a special tour of the building's heritage. 8 contributing photographers Donald D. Carey Arthurs. Miller art director Jon Schaffer circulation Tanya Hallez '67 A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words by: Randy Xenakis When was the last time you really read between-the-lines of a magazine advertisement? According to one member of the Wilkes faculty, there is more to an ad than meets the eye. A Very Special Lecture Series A special lecture series honoring a special person has been established at Wilkes. Details and photographs inside. Where Have AH the Teachers Gone The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. by: Randy Xenakis Research shows that we are now experiencing a shortage of qualified teachers . . . especially at the elementary school level. One Wilkes faculty member looks at the reasons why. Expression and Articulation .. . The Lost Arts 12 13 14 by: Jane Manganella As time goes on. educators and employers are becoming increasingly concerned over the inability of today's students to express their thoughts and articulate their ideas. The Wilkes Department of Language and Literature recognizes the problem and has implemented corrective programs. Chronicle — 4 Gallery — IS Sports Update — 15 South River St. Revival — 16 BOARD OF TRUSTEES An Educated Man seeks truth, for without truth there can be no understanding. Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Louis Shaffer, Trustee Emeritus Alan M. Glover. Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret. Trustee Emerita Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber, Trustee Emerita Thomas H. Kiley, Trustee Emeritus OFFICERS Benjamin Badman '41. Chairman Mrs. Walter M. Diener. Vice Chairman Hon. Edwin M. Kosik '49. Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz, Secretary James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert Arenstein '68 Edward W. Bixby, Jr., M.D. Donald F. Carpenter William L. Conyngham Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis D. Davis. Jr. '60 W. Carey Evans '41 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan. Jr. Robert L. Jones Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner. Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rhodes Arnold S. Rifkin Hon. Max Rosenn Richard M. Ross, Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 William Sword William J. Umphred '52 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 WINTER 1981 3 �eoHC; rsuc^s."11 makin8 Campai8» ’81 MOFFATT HEADS ALUMNI DRIVE A partner in the international accounting firm of Arthur Andot & Co., Moffatt is audit division b®" for one-third of the New York nffead practice. He also coordinates th ”Ce audit practice for the public uUUty industries in New York, New JerSp, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland Washington, D.C., Virginia, Puerto ' Rico and the Virgin Islands. Moffatt is a member of the Will™ College Board of Trustees serving on both the Executive and Finance Committees. He is a member of the American Institute and New York State Society of CPA’s and Vice-Chairman of the Board of Managers for the West Side YMCA in New York City. Gerald A. Moffatt, a graduate of the Wilkes Class of 1963. has been named chairman of the alumni drne for the 1981 Wilkes College Under the general chairmanship of attorney Eugene Roth. Campaign '81 at Wilkes is designed to assist the College in its commitment to quality education and scholarship assistance for deserving students. In accepting the chairmanship cn the alumni drive. Moffatt said. As Wilkes strives to maintain its high academic standing as a small, liberal arts institution, it becomes increasingly important to receive continued support from its alumni. With this in mind. I look forward to working with fellow Wilkes Your Contribution Could be Doubled... "Many companies — more than 800 in fact — would like to give money to Wilkes ... if only Alumni would let them!" According to James Aikman, Director of Development at Wilkes, these 800-plus companies participate in a matching gifts program. The companies agree to match gifts of alumni given to their alma maters on a one-to-one basis. This means that the alumnus who gives $100 to Wilkes can actually double the value of the gift when the company sends its $100 gift, resulting in a total gift of “ $200 for the College. The procedure is usually very simple — here's how it works: First, plan to participate in Campaign '81 and determine your gift to the College. Report this gift to the telethon volunteer who calls you. or return the pledge card you receive in the mail. Then, tell the appropriate person in your firm (usually in the personnel or community relations office) that you would like to have your gift matched. That person will then make arrangements to send your gift to the College along with, or followed by, a second gift courtesy of your firm's matching gifts program. Last year, 103 companies contributed $10,415 to Wilkes through matching gift efforts. Aikman feels, however, that even more gifts could be generated if more alumni would take the few minutes needed to learn if their employers participate in the program. "The College loses valuable support in those cases where matching gifts are not received simply because Alumni are not aware of the program" e stated. Some companies like Acoa, Eaton, IBM, and Xerox will match gifts on a basis greater than one-to-one, resulting in a tripling or quadrupling of an alumni gift. Telethon volunteers who will call to solicit telephone pledges will be trained to ask for your employer's name and check for its listing as a matching gift company. Alumni who mail in their pledge cards should add a brief note to the card stating something like "I work with XYZ Company — is it on your matching gifts list?" Development office personnel can then check the company and advise the alumnus of its status. Matching gifts — a fringe benefit from your company to your College — let's all use it I q CAMPAIGN WILKES COLLEGE NURSING PROGRAM TAKES ON ADDED DIMENSION On the morning of Tuesday, December 9, 1980, Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin made the official announcement to members of the media and the community: “Wilkes College is pleased to announce that nursing students from Hazleton (PA) and surrounding communities will be able to obtain a baccalaureate degree in nursing from Wilkes College through course work done primarily in Hazleton." On the morning following the press conference the Hazleton Standard Speaker newspaper projected the importance of the announcement with a front page headline proclaiming "Wilkes Nursing Program Starts Here in the Fall.” The Wilkes Nursing Program: Hazleton, Pa., as it is called, came to fruition following months of planning and negotiation with the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare (PDW), Hazleton State General Hospital (HSGH) and Wilkes. Last year the PDW withdrew its financial support for Nursing Diploma Programs which have been offered at HSGH since 1894. "The withdrawal of funds by the State could have left a very serious void in the education of nursing students from this area," said Mrs. Nancy Super, Administrator of HSGH. "The program will not only bridge the obvious gap, but it will provide students with a quality program that will assure the best in patient care.” Helen O’Bannon, Secretary of Public Welfare for Pennsylvania, said, "The program will respond to both the changing requirements of the nursing profession, as well as to the needs of those in the Hazleton area who are seeking nursing careers. This is particularly important since nursing shortages are of concern to us all." In explaining the program, Ruth McHenry, chairman of the department of nursing at Wilkes, said, "During the first year, students At a December press conference, Wilkes President Robert S. Capin (standing) makes official announcement regarding Wilkes Nursing Program: Hazleton, PA. Other officials participating in the announcement include (seated, L to R) Mrs. Nancy Super, Administrator of HSGH; Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Dean of Academic Affairs at Wilkes; Mr. Henry Friedman, Supervisor of State General Hospitals, Northeastern District, DPW; Mrs. Ruth McHenry, Chairman of the Wilkes Department of Nursing; and Mr. Daniel Myers, Chairman of the HSGH Board of Trustees. A Silent Look Back... T" i-- • by Dr. Charles Reif Although Doctor Grace Kimball was probably known to few people presently on campus, it is altogether fitting and proper that the Wilkes College Family pause a moment to note her passing at noon on January the fourth. As the Professor of Microbiology in the Department of Biology from 1963 until 1975, Grace Kimball imparted the basics of bacteriology to many students. Professor Kimball was a special friend to a small number of people who followed her into the field of microbiology. Grace Kimball was one of the most well read members of the faculty of Wilkes College. In her library was an extensive section of books on the history of architecture and the history of science. She was a lifetime member of the History of Science Society, as well as other scientific organizations. An accomplished pianist, Grace Kimball bought a new grand piano after her retirement from the classroom but had little time to enjoy playing it before a terminal illness overtook her. Through her generosity, the piano and a fine collection of sheet music, as well as most of the books on architecture and science have been given to Wilkes College. Grace Kimball was an interested birdwatcher and frequently noted unusual species of avian visitors in her yard at Shavertown. Because of her small stature and her field of microbiology, within the Department of Biology Grace was affectionately known as "our micro biologist." Grace enjoyed that in-joke and in many ways revealed a delicate sense of humor with those who came to know her. Grace Kimball's years of service, as unheralded as they may have been, were part of the larger ongoing and excellent entity which has been Wilkes College. We should all be aware of the contributions made by Grace and many others through the years. Requiescat in peace, Grace Kimball. q Dr. Charles B. Reif is Professor of Biology at Wilkes and joined the College Faculty in 1942. The photo of Grace Kimball used in this article was taken from the 1966 Wilkes College Yearbook. (continued on page 6) 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY WINTER 1981 S �GIORDANO NAMED TO FINANCIAL AID POST WILKES GRAD RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL RANK AWARD Mr. Joseph P. Popple. Assistant Director of Budget, Office of the Comptroller of the Air Force, Headquarters United States Air Force. Washington. D.C.. recently received the Presidential Rank Award of Meritorious Executive. Popple is a 1956 graduate of Wilkes College where he majored in accounting. I Secretary of the Air Force. Hans Mark, officiated at the Pentagon ceremony presenting Popple a stipend of SI 0.000 and a certificate honoring him as a Meritorious Executive. Popple is responsible for providing the central management direction, career continuity, and financial management expertise required to assure that the development, justification and execution of the Air Force Budget is accomplished in a manner responsive to the mission requirements of the Air Force and the policy guidelines of the President, Office of Management and Budget (OMB). and the Secretary of Defense. The position of Assistant Director also carries with it special responsibilities for the civilian career interests of Comptroller employees Air Force-wide and for the financial management of classified programs which are national and defense-wide in scope. will be bused from Hazleton twice each week by the College to spend time on the Wilkes-Barre campus for science courses, physical education courses and access to the Farley Library. Courses in English, psychology and sociology will be offered in Hazleton by members of the Wilkes faculty. Nursing courses in the second, third and fourth years will be taught by the Wilkes nursing staff in the Nursing Education Building on the HSGH premises. All clinical practice will utilize hospitals and agencies in Hazleton including HSGH, St. Joseph's Hospital. Home Health Services, mental health centers, nursing homes and clinics 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY r ,, Director of Budget. Office of the Comptroller of the Air Force. Washington Afr. Jostph P. i‘ — —-?nUy received the Presidential Rank Award of Meritorious ‘ a'perS^a-mnorv. Pictured with Popple are his daughter Kimberly (left) and his who graduated from. Wilkes in IBS' ■ The rank of Meritorious Executive in the Senior Executive Service was conferred on Popple for his sustained superior accomplishment in management of programs of the United States Government and for noteworthy achievement of quality and efficiency in public service. The Meritorious Executive Award recognizes prolonged high quality accomplishments by a member of the Senior Executive Service (SES). There were only 206 executives throughout the Federal Government who were so recognized. Popple resides in Oakton, Virginia, and is married to the The State approved and nationally accredited nursing program at Wilkes is now accepting applications and inquiries for the Wilkes Nursing Program: Hazleton, PA. scheduled to begin in the fall of 1981. CAREER PLANNING CENTER STARTS JED PROGRAM The Wilkes Career Planning Center, under the guidance of Gene Domzalski, continues to initiate innovative programs which are aimed at helping students secure jobs in various organizations. The newest program offered to students former Judy Gommer of Forty Fort, (Pa.). The Popples have two daughters; Holly, a sophomore at Texas Christian University, and Kimberly, a junior at Oakton High School. Popple graduated from West Pittston High School in 1952, Wilkes College in 1956, and George Washington University in 1965 with a Master's in Public Administration. Headquarters Air Force also announced Popple’s appointment as Deputy Comptroller of the Air Force. He assumed his new duties in January and is the Senior Civilian Career Official for Financial Management in the Department of the Air Force. o is the Job Location and Development Program referred to as JLD. "The purpose of JLD is to identify and develop for our students jobs which are available in the community," says Ms. Karen Alberola, coordinator of the program. "Based on job-matching, this process seeks out students best qualified and capable of filling the employer's needs. Ultimately, the student receives experience and income, while the employer gains a valuable employee without having to spend a large amount of time and money in the search process. Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin announced the appointment of Ms. Linda Giordano to the position of Director of Financial Aid at Wilkes effeclive January 1. Giordano replaces Mr. Richard Raspen who has assumed duties as Director of Alumni Relations at the College. Giordano has been at Wilkes since 1968, serving as a faculty member in both the Department of Education and the Department of Commerce and Finance. She earned her baccalaureate degree in Business Education and the M.B.A. in Management and Industrial Relations at Wilkes. She is currently pursuing a doctorate at Temple University in Philadelphia. Prior to her appointment, Giordano worked with Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the Department of Education, in program development in business education. She was instrumental in bringing noted authors and speakers in that field to the Wilkes campus while arranging to have approximately 400 students from local high schools visit Wilkes during the annual Spring Regional THE WILKES CoLEGE connection FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 MOVING? Leadership Conference of Future Business Leaders of America. As Director of Financial Aid. her duties will include: coordination of all student financial aid programs; responsibility for all College, Federal and State funds which are available to students; meeting with students and parents to explain programs; and visitation to local high schools to introduce students and faculty to financial aid in higher education. o Please help your H'ilkes Alumni Association reduce the cost of postage by telling us when and where you are moving. You can help, too, by telling us of a friend whom you know to be an alumnus or alumna that has moved. Thanks for your help! Please clip off the address label below and return it with the correct address to Wilkes College Quarterly, 170 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. Name________________________________ (Please use name under which you graduated) Street City. State______________ Zip____________ Degree(s) you received and the year CREATIVE COLONEL Staff Sergeant Dennis M. Evangelista, /left), a member of the Wilkes College ROTC detachment, was honored recently when he received The Air Force Commendation Medal. Evangelista was presented the medal ‘in recognition of his superior performance and dedicated service to Air Force ROTC and Wilkes College over the last five years." Lt. Colonel Bruce L. Burke, Commander of AFROTC at Wilkes, made the presentation. Have you received your Swissembroidered Colonel emblem yet? The 2-inch high blue and gold Colonel will stick on your shirt, cap, lapel or tie and become a special part of your wardrobe. To receive your emblem stop by the Alumni Office or send us a note telling us what you are doing these days . . . we will, in turn, send you a complimentary Colonel. ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on this page and return it with the correct address to the Alumni Office at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our records. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. WINTER 1981 7 �Kirby Hall If only the walls could talk! by William V. Lewis, Jr., 'HO It is a building, more elegant and majestic than most others, and with a sense of heritage surrounding it. It is not a hall of government nor an ancient ruin, but an aura of importance and history emanates from tins place. As a silent witness to the establishment and development of Wyoming Valley, the land — and later the building — has had a key place in our local history. Kirby Hall has been the site of many of the great milestones in our tradition, and the recent renovations underline the continuing important role that the property will play at Wilkes College and to the Valley as a whole. Indeed, the story of this historic property seemingly encompasses a synopsis of the early and continuing development of the area. The story begins with the founding of the Valley, when the site was listed as Lot No. 1 of the town of Wilkes-Barre in Major John Durkee’s original town plan. Jabez Sill owned the lot on which he built the second house erected in Wilkes-Barre. This “house” was, in fact, a log cabin where, on April 1, 1769, the first marriage in Wyoming Valley took place. Colonel Nathan Denison, later famous for signing the articles of surrender following the Wyoming Massacre, and Elizabeth Sill were married at the ceremony. In the early 1800s, the property was sold by the Sill family to Roswell Welles for 200 pounds. Interestingly, the deed contained a clause granting immunity from any claim to the property made under the laws of the State of Connecticut — a reflection on the then contemporary YankeePennamite conflicts that the early Valley settlers faced. Roswell Welles was one of the four attorneys admitted to the bar of Luzerne County when the County was formed in 1787. A graduate of Yale College, Welles was to serve the area in the State Legislature, and later as a county judge. The home Welles built on the site was described as a “double house, ceiled with pine boards and probably never finished in the second story. In front of the home stood the residence of Jabez Fish, on the bank of the river.” The Welles home was, in its day, considered one of the social centers of the town. Here Harman Blennerhasset, later implicated in the Aaron Burr scandal, was entertained. Judge Welles died in 1831 and apparently the property then passed through several ownerships. George Bedford, in his Some Early Reflections, described the propertv during the period in this wav: “When I first knew the premises the house was in a dilapidated condition and the large lot surrounding it was utilized as a lumber yard and the whole neighborhood was uninviting." The site was eventually to be acquired by (he Stephen Thurlow family in 1872. The present structure was erected in 1873-74 and occupied by the family in 1875. The building was designed by the New York architect Frederick Withers, a leading architect of the period, and is an example of the monochromatic form of the High Victorian Gothic style of the time. The architect’s perspective and several floor plans of the building were illustrated in the December 9, 187G issue of The American Architect and Building News, a leading architectural journal of the late nineteenth century. In September, 1880, the home was sold to J. Frank Lee for $40,000. Several years later, in July of 1886, Lee sold the property for S42,500 to Reuben J. Flick. The Kirby family acquired the property from Flick's widow in October of 1905 for $55,100. Kirby made several alterations to the building. A stone terrace replaced the frame porch around the front of the building. Also, the interior woodwork and windows were replaced. The Kirbys did, however, leave intact the wall paintings above the wainscoting in the dining room that were supposed to have been the work of Mademoiselle Juliette Gambaro, a French artist who was brought to America by the Thurlow family. The property remained the home of the Kirby family until the death of Fred M. Kirby in 1940. Thereafter, his son, Allan, donated the property to Bucknell University Junior College for use as the “Fred M. and Jessie A. Kirby Home of Education.” The intended use was to be an art center and library for the College. In giving the property, the Kirbys provided for the use of two rooms on the first floor by the Wyoming Valley Society of Arts and Sciences — a group made up of many area civic leaders. It was this Society that was later to give to Wilkes College the land on which the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts now stands. The need for a library surpassed the need for an art center in Kirby Hall, but, in a way, the Kirby mansion has more than fulfilled its intended mission. The upper portions of the house were used for classrooms, and for several years the top floor of the building served as the President's residence for Dr. Eugene Farley and his family until the College acquired the present Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House which was then used as the President’s home. The removal of the library collection to the Eugene Shedden Farley Library meant a transformation for Kirby Hall into use by the Foreign Language Department. Presently, the Department of Language and WINTER 1981 9 �Literature is based in the building. One of the most historic buildings on campus, Kirby Hall naturally has a number of tales told about it. Supposedly, around the turn of the century, a gambler named Poker Pan was killed in a gambling dispute in what was formerly the music room (now the language lab). Many alumni remember that for years the Kirby's chauffeur, Ted Dugan, lived on the second floor of the rear carriage house, which was later to become the College Commons. The first floor, with its revolving turntable in the floor (used for working on carriages and cars), was used as a garage by the College until the WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY chauffeur's death. Then the College converted the carriage house into a cafeteria. Worthy of note in Kirby Hall are the terra cotta wine racks that are still in the basement, a graphic reminder of how life once was. Finally, it should be noted that while Wilkes College occupies the Kirbv building, another school, Lafayette College, has one of its rooms. The Kirbys had an exact reproduction of the home's library built in Van Wyck Hall at Lafayette and the contents of the Kirby family library were placed there. But of all the tales about Kirbv Hall, the story of the life of Fred M. Kirby stands out as the most notable. His life reads like a Horatio Alger story, a young man working his way to the top of corporate and community 1 affairs. Horn in Brownsville, New York, on October 30, 1861, Kirby was the son of William and Angeline Slater Kirby. Prior to their marriage, Kirby’s father had participated in the California gold rush of 1849. Fred Kirby received his education in public schools and at age 15 became a clerk in a dry goods store in Watertown, New York. Among his fellow employees were F. w Woolworth and C. S. Woolworth setting the basis for the later famous and profitable association For eight years, Kirby worked in the store, until he had saved a few hundred dollars which was to serve as his share of capital in a partnership with C. S. Woolworth. On September 1, 1884, Woolworth and Kirby opened their first five-and-ten cent store at 172 East Market Street, Wilkes-Barre. When the store first opened, the fixtures were rough and unfinished and the counters were made of hemlock planks. Kirby’s desk was an old dry goods box which he kept for years as a memento of the difficulties faced in his early business career. Kirby, however, surmounted those difficulties because after three years he purchased Woolworth’s portion of the firm. In 1888, he brought his father in as a business partner. The firm continued to prosper and by 1911, 96 stores east of the Mississippi River were in operation. In 1912, Kirby merged his five-and-ten cent stores with those of the Woolworth family and became a vice-president and director of F. W. Woolworth and Company. Kirby’s other business interests were numerous. He was a director or officer of many business organizations, including: the Miners’ Bank of WilkesBarre; the Second National Bank of Wilkes-Barre; the Lehigh Valley Railroad; the U. S. Lumber Company; the Mississippi Central Railroad; the International Equities Corporation; and the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company of New York. w if L ■ Many, however, remember Kirby because of his tremendous support of civic, humanitarian, and philanthropic causes. His gift to Wilkes-Barre of Kirby Park and the Angeline Kirby Health Center stands out among his many good works. He was also a significant contributor to Wyoming Seminary and Lafayette College. His generosity is seen in the donation of his country estate in Glen Summit for use by the Episcopal churches of the area. Kirby even turned his yacht, “Suzanne,” over to the U. S. government during World War I at no cost, for use by the coastal patrol service. And, of course, his generosity gave us what is now Kirbv Hall. Darte Center for the Performing Arts along the dike at Kirbv Park. Preceded in death by his wife, Jessie, Fred Kirbv died on October 16, 1940, at his Glen Summit estate. Thus, the story of his life ended, but his fame and labors are still very much alive for the people of Wyoming Valley. Of course, it was in Kirby Hall that F. M. Kirby formulated many of his ideas and plans for his community. “If only these walls could talk” would be a fitting statement to be made in the building. The site has been a silent witness to events ranging from Indian settlements along the river to General Sullivan’s Revolutionary encampment across the road, from steam boats cruising up the Susquehanna to the arrival of the first railroad train to come into the Valley on the adjacent corner in 1843. Here in 1905 President Theodore Roosevelt spoke on the River Common — the river water of many floods inundated its grounds. It has also witnessed the growth of a College and the intellectual development of many minds. It seems fitting that a place so endowed in history and purpose should now serve as a hall of education. Indeed, it appears that destiny has directed this land to become part of an institution of learning. As if almost by an invisible force, Wilkes College acquired the property and Honored for his service in so Wilkes College holds as a goal for many endeavors, Kirby received its students the constructive the Distinguished Achievement participation in the social, Medal of the Pennsylvania economic, cultural, and political Society, thus joining the ranks of life of the community. This other noted recipients including institutional commitment is Andrew Carnegie, Henrv Ford, consistent with the Kirby and Andrew Mellon. Another family’s philosophy. It is a quiet outstanding tribute on the part of inspiration to those who learn Wyoming Valley was "'Kirby here. Thus, Kirby Hall shall Day,” an event during which continue in its role — a source local ceremonies and publications and symbol of our heritage and were dedicated in appreciation our progress. for the work of Fred M. Kirby. Also, on July 4, 1978, through the generosity of the Kirby The author wishes to express his sincere Foundation, more than 8,000 appreciation to Ron Andrews 'TO, for the local citizens and visitors viewed use of his scholarly and distinguished studies of the architectural history of the a pageant reenacting the Hattie of Wyoming, presented by the Wilkes College Dorothy Dickson o WINTER 1981 11 �spoken several times at nat,level conferences on the tr>2.°nal family history. “Advertisers‘C °f a lot of time and money Spend researching what people iiv„ don’t like prior to releasing advertisement. Advertisin ' sensitive to the audience ■ be must be in line with the cull!! , value system if it is to beU‘,Ural successful. ” Brown’s book, which will kp comprised of some 180 pages t hardcover form, has a family New Hampshire, can, and has, in by Randy Xenakis flavor of its own. Anna, his wife his book, answered these and It has been said that advertising of seven years and Research many other questions. makes you think you’ve longed all Assistant, is the co-author for n, book’s second chapter. the your life for something you never even heard of before . . . while The book opens with a chapter that may or may not be true, entitled, The Study of Family Life advertising does play a special role where the author reviews and ’ in the lives of each and every one critiques existing literature on of us. Advertising impacts us family life. The chapter also individually and it can be used as a reviews how the book goes beyond gauge which portrays images of existing literature on the subject family life in America. This is at Says Brown, “Many books, least one theory that is supported journals and articles have been by Dr. Bruce W. Brown, Assistant published on the subject of Professor of Sociology at Wilkes. changes in family life, but none Brown, who joined the Wilkes offer empirical evidence which is Faculty in 1978, has been based on an extended historical researching and analyzing this and life cycle analysis of all family interesting theory for the past members.” three years. The second chapter discusses the Scheduled for publication in the history of magazine advertising in Fall of 1981, Brown has authored America and reveals why his second major publication which advertising is a reflection of is entitled Images of Family Life in Magazine Advertising: 1920-1978. cultural values. Following a (His first book, co-authored with chapter on data collection and Murray A. Straus and entitled analysis, the author looks at family Family Measurement Techniques, roles, family companionship, and was published by the University of family intimacy. “These chapters Minnesota Press in 1978.) Under are the heart of the book,” he the production guidance of the says. What roles have family Praeger Publishing Company in members played in magazine W hile Brown could have chosen New York City, this new book, advertising? What were the alternate methods of researching according to Brown, will explore relationships and degree of how family life has changed over and bring to light “empirical companionship and intimacy, and this 58-year period, he decided to evidence regarding how cultural how have they changed over time research and evaluate magazine values concerning family life have and over the family life cycle? advertising because he felt that changed over time and over the medium to be the most effective Finally, what is the future of family life cycle.” Says Brown, “I could have family life? These questions and A perplexing question at this analyzed changes in family life by many more are looked at and point, if not an obvious one, is, researching diaries, old letters answered in Brown’s book. what does advertising have to do Photo albums, and/or advice ’ The next time you look at a with family life? When we open a articles relating to the topicmagazine advertisement stop and magazine and see a full-page however, these items cannot depict ask yourself if you are seeing a advertisement with mom, dad, and cultural values of the past as reflection of your own family life the kids frustrated because of ringaccurately as magazine style. If you answer yes, then around-the-collar, are we seeing an advertising.” perhaps Brown’s book can explain image of our most sacred social How does advertising come by why. If you answer no, the book institution - the family? Brown this seemingly awesome power? who has his Ph.D. in Family just may offer you a whole new Its relatively simple, ” says the Sociology from the University of outlook on advertising . . . and 28-year-old sociologist who has your family. O former Law Clerks of Ju<ige Rosenn Establish Lecture Series at Wilkes Worths ^77 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 9 I I Last November, the Honorable Max Rosenn, Judge of the United states Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit, received a surprise announcement from his former law clerks, that they had established in his name, with the assistance of members of his family and friends, a special lecture series at Wilkes College. Named in honor of Judge Rosenn on the Tenth Anniversary of his high court appointment, The Max Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities will provide Wilkes with annual lecturers who are nationally recognized as outstanding speakers, leaders and authorities in law and the humanities. The Honorable Judge Rosenn is a member of the Wilkes College Board of Trustees and received his undergraduate degree from Cornell and the LL.B, from the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Board of Editors of the Journal of American Law & Medicine and is a member of the Federal, American and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers and former Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Wyoming Valley Among the law clerks honoring Judge Rosenn at the reception were, from left to right, first row: Linda Hospital. He also serves on the Fisher, Judge Rosenn, Diana Donaldson. Second row: Richard Gelfond, Steven Cohen, Clarence Kegel, Board of the B'nai B'rith David Thomas. Third row: Virginia Sikes, Timothy Hardy. Fourth row: Richard Matasar, Ronald Krauss, Foundation of the United States Craig Blakeley, Harrison Cohen. Fifth row: William Robertson, Norman Monhait, Richard Schifter, James Sandman, Jeffrey Goldsmith, Daniel Koffsky. Sixth row: Michael Schler, Joseph Seiler, Fred Magaziner and and the Jewish Community Fordham Huffman. Center. Judge Rosenn is a consultant to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Criminal Procedural Rules Committee. Official announcement of the Rosenn Lecture Series was made at a surprise reception honoring the Judge and his wife, Tillie, at the home of Wilkes President and Mrs. Robert S. Capin. Judge Rosenn was also feted at a formal dinner attended by his former law clerks, his present staff and family at the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre. The Lecture Series is scheduled to begin this Spring and will be open to the entire - • - S Capin are. from left community at no charge. Pictured with Judge Rosenn at a reception given by Wilkes President and Mrs. Robert right: Benjamin Bad,nan. etiairman of lhe Wilkes Board of Trustees. Mrs Badman. Judge Rosenn. Mrs. Rosenn, and President and Mrs. Capin. ___________ WINTER 1981 o 13 �Scheduled exhibits in the Gallery; The Sordoni Gallery has joined •th other galleries and individual W‘. huffs to start a foreign travel nrogram. This hopefully will be the beginning of an ongoing cultural experience for art lovers. A trip to Wales-Scotland is scheduled for lulv 6-17. Charles Davies, president emeritus of the Welsh Society in Philadelphia, will play host to the group for the ten-day stay. Where Have All The Teachers Gone...? by Randy Xenakis In the late 1960s and early 1970s, it was commonplace to hear a high school senior or a first-year college student say, "I want to be a teacher after I graduate." Today those words are a little more difficult to come by. Why? There are several reasons. Dr. Joseph Bellucci, associate professor of education at Wilkes, refers to an article published last year by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for answers. The article, in part, states, "Between 1979 and 1988, a 14% reduction in secondary school classroom staff is expected. This decline is expected during the same period in which the number of elementary school staff is projected to rise in response to increasing enrollments at this level." According to Bellucci, the teaching field and those aspiring to become teachers reached its saturation point in the early 1970s and, as a result, caused skepticism in the minds of many college bound students. "There was no incentive to become a teacher in the early to mid-70s," says Bellucci. "Jobs were scarce and the salaries were not keeping pace with salaries of other professionals." Statistically, Bellucci reports that between 1969 and 1973 25% of all college students were enrolled in Teacher Education Programs. Today, that figure has plummeted 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY to 6%. "The current projection of possible teachers is not nearly enough to replace present or anticipated demand." says Bellucci. "The death rate of teachers, coupled with those who retire or leave the profession, far outnumbers the present available teaching roster." NCES reports. "The total demand for additional elementary/secondary school teachers includes first-time and returning teachers needed to respond to enrollment changes, lower pupil-teacher ratios, and staff attrition. From 1969 to 1973, the cumulative demand for additional school teachers was estimated at 990,000 and during the next five-year period, 1974 to 1978, the total demand dropped to an estimated 819,000. For the current five-year period, 1979 to 1983, the demand for additional teachers is expected to decrease further to 622,000, through the following 5-year period, 1984 to 1988, it is projected to increase to 861,000." Bellucci cited some specifics which led to the boom of aspiring teachers during the late 1960s and very early 1970s. "Personally, I think the Vietnam War played a strong part in the influx of teachers during that time. Students were given draft deferments for going to college and did not have to serve in the armed forces if they entered the teaching profession. Naturally, teachers were in abundance." Bellucci went on to say that during that wartime period, there was a decrease in the total number of new births . . . "another reason the teaching population far outweighed the student pool," said Bellucci. Today, many of the Vietnam War era students and soldiers are starting families of their own, contributing to what is being termed a new "baby boom"consequently, the need for more teachers. The statistics are supported by current trends. "We get calls on a weekly basis from schools throughout the Northeast requesting teachers who can teach science, mathematics, or business education . . . like other schools, we just don't have any," reports Bellucci. Bellucci contends that if Wilkes had 100 students who were certified to teach these courses, he could place every one of them. Getting back to the root of the problem, the College Placement Bureau reports that nearly threefourths of today's college students attend college because they seek high-paying jobs. "The measure of success today is based on salary and not social conscience as was the case in the 1960's," says Bellucci. "And," he continued, "we all know that being an elementary school teacher is usually done out of love and not for money . . ." O For membership information and a brochure write: Cara Berryman at the Sordoni Gallery, Stark Learning Center. Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 Tours closer to home include Pans on the Potomac” on April 15 and 16 This trip toWashington. D.C., will trace the French accent in our nation's capital O Through March 8 Regional Scholastic Art Awards March 15 Wilkes College Art Faculty Exhibit through April 5 April 12 A Major Exhibit entitled “Students of ‘The Eight"' through May 17 May 24 Wilkes-Barre Architecture through June 21 J. sportsunjp^g^® ,o ■ GREEN BAY “COLONEL”? by Eddie White, Ill A 1951 Wilkes graduate and former assistant football coach will celebrate his 25th year as a member of the Green Bay Packers administration this winter. Tom Miller, who earned his degree in business administration, is currently co-general manager in charge of business for the National Football League franchise. Miller, who as a student at Wilkes was assistant coach to George Ralston and a member of the professional Wilkes-Barre Bullets team, played NFL ball right out of high school. After graduating from Milton High School, he entered the Navy. Upon discharge, he played three years as an end for the Philadelphia Eagles (1942-44). After spending the 1945 season with the Washington Redskins, he completed his NFL career with the Packers in 1946. 'When I left the Packers in '46, I wanted to get a college degree and coach somewhere," said Miller. And that’s when I found Wilkes — when I went to Wilkes-Barre to play for the Bullets." 1'om was a good fella," says Ralston, noting that Miller was one of only two assistants the Wilkes dean ever had as the first head grid mentor. "He really helped us the two years he was with us and Tom was a fine gentleman." After leaving Wilkes in 1951. he coached football and basketball for a year at the National Agricultural College (now Delaware Valley College) before moving to Drexel where he coached football, baseball and basketball until 1955. ,'.,u ,• ■’ > JXIll 1. . -I ,•! t?*; In 1956, Ralston received a call from Miller who was out in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He was being interviewed for a job with the Packers and needed the dean's reference. “I remember that day like it was yesterday," recalls Ralston. "Tom said ‘George, if I get your recommendation, 1'11 get the job.' I was thrilled to be able to help him." That year. Miller started what is now 25 years of service to the Packers. He was publicity director of the Green Bay team from 1956-65. Then he was named Assistant to the General Manager until 1975, when he was promoted to his present position. Ralston remembers a time, some 15 years ago, when a group of Wilkes alumni were meeting in the Washington area. "That weekend the Packers were coming to town to meet the Redskins." says Ralston. "And ol' Tom took care of the boys. They were allowed to sit on the bench and that's when Vince Lombardi was coaching," adds Ralston, who played against Lombardi and Fordham in his college davs. Miller says he feels the Packers will be back in the thick of things in the NFL race very soon. "We should be on our way up in the next WINTER 1981 15 �few seasons. We have some good draft choices available and we have a lot of young talent.” adds Miller, who is co-general manager along with Bob Harland. "I think the club helped Bart Starr by taking a lot of responsibility from him this past year.” Green Bay let Starr go as far as general manager in charge of player development is concerned. The former Packer quarterback will now concentrate on coaching. Ralston remembers watching the first Super Bowl and seeing the films of when the “Pack” arrived back in Green Bay following its win. “There, coming off the plane carrying the Super Bowl trophy with Lombardi, was ol’ Tom.” The Wilkes graduate is hoping to repeat that performance in the near future with Bart Starr. were: Nebraska 4814 Coacb John Reese's Wilkes Colonels 4a. Trenton State 36'i and Rider 28 ^Xn. out of Richland New Jersey, has been one of the> top performers for the blue and gold this winter. Following the holiday break. Lenny was 7-3-1 in dua s and 12-3-1 overall. As a freshman last winter, he garnered an 114-3 overall mark and placed fifth in the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) Tournament. NELSON — WILKES OPEN CHAMPION For the second straight year. Wilkes crowned an individual champion in its 48th annual Open Wrestling Tournament. Sophomore Lenny Nelson recorded a 5-0 record enroute to the prestigious individual title in the 142-pound class. Missouri captured the team championship with 95 points in the tournament tabbed. "The Rose Bowl of Wrestling." by Sports Illustrated magazine. Rounding out the top five "Lenny has really been wrestling well for us this year." said Reese, who entered his 28th year at the helm of the Colonels with an impressive 286-60-8 career Machine slate. “He was unstoppable in the 8 open tournament and we're looking for a good performance from him in the Easterns." The 5-6. 142-pound pre-law major started the year with a 2-0-1 record including a win over Lehigh's Tom Sloand. He then suffered two losses — to Auburn's Earnie Blazeff and Clemson's Tom Carr — before getting back on the track and winning five of his next six bouts, including the last four in a row at press time. Lenny hails from Buena Regional High School in Buena, New Jersey. A resident of Richland. N.J., he earned four letters each in wrestling and football while in high school. He was a three-time District Champion and finished third in the New Jersey High School wrestling championships. Last season, Bryan Billig copped an individual title for Wilkes in the Open and that was the first championship for the Colonels since the early 70’s when Mike Kassab recorded the feat. Named “Outstanding Wrestler” of this season’s tourney was Kent State’s heavyweight Ray Wagner. Wagner also was the high-point award winner and received the Manny Gorriaran Award for greatest number of falls in least aggregate time. Auburn’s Clar Anderson was tabbed as the outstanding freshman. O & leLZLlfZ2Re0ir 'T ,he A'Un,ni Rela,iOnS 0,,iCe- The d0",al"ed ,he A'”™' r between October 2.1980 end January 20.1981. Please send any mtormalton 01 marriages, births, and promolions to: Alumni Office, Wilkes College , Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. MISSING ALUMNI David T. Richards '51 Hayden Richards '39 John D. Richards '56 Mrs. William Richards '77 (Dorothy Cooper) 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Mr. & Mrs. Charles Gerald Riedlinger '65 '64 (Barbara Ann Kashinski) Howard Lawrence Rifkin '73 Joseph John Riillo '74 Eugene T. Riley '57 Harry Wilbur Rineheimer '43 William John Rinkin '57 John A. Rinko '61 Ralph A, Rittenhouse '60 Claire P. Roane '73 William J. Roarty, Jr. '69 Dr. Frederick J. Roberts '59 Gordon J. Roberts '67 Mrs. Jeffrey Roberts '66 (Carole Leslie Mayer) R. Joyce Roberts '61 Richard David Roberts '77 Dean E. Robinson '41 Thomas John Roche '75 Carol Marie Rodzvilla '71 Mrs. Janet Spencer Roe '70 (Janet Spencer) , navid Roebuck '60 ‘’sep?orrai°neaR08ers '45 ,an6trd°Francis Rogers '51 Gera th H Rogers '80 Ken kArs Edward Joseph Roke 70 (Janette N. MeUck) E^XTMtehael Roman '70 '70 ^HciaSnarski) Mrs RJoTeph John Romanick Mr48 '49 (Mary Theresa Sleva) Svlvia M. Romanoski 68 Taghi Roohafza 74 ‘aB‘ Mrs James J. Root 71 76 M(Mary Lou Anne Gottlieb) (Karen McGirrJ Harvey L Rosen 63 Mrs. Lois Rosen 49 (Lois Mae Lune) Elliot Rosenbaum'70 Mineete S. Rosenblatt 37 Joseph Michael Roski '54 Ruth Rosner '40 ALUMNI NOTES 1935 DR. EDWARD G. HARTMANN, the foremost Welsh-American historian in this country, is the recipient of the 1978 Ninnau Citation and also named as one of the initial directors of the National Welsh-American Founda­ tion. He is an author of note, publish­ ing several books relating to Welsh immigration and activities in the United States. He is presently Profes­ sor Emeritus of History at the Univer­ sity of Suffolk. Boston, Massachu­ setts. He is now serving in an advisory capacity at the university. 1951 DR. WILLIAM G. KASATUS, VicePresident and National Medical Di­ rector for Laboratory Procedures. tac„ a subsidiary of the W.E. Upjohn Award which honored him for his sig­ nificant contributions of bringing the aboratory to a position of promi­ nence in industry. He and his wife, ■ a><, a' *’ave two children and reside m Wayne, Pa. 1952 DR. ROBERT J. SHEMO was awarded ‘;eUowship in the United States nf n°n "le International College WyombJ'Sts' Shem° res'des 'n Manann Rosnick '65 Mrs. Jeanette Griffith Saums Ross ’44 Rachel Evelyn Rosser ’36 Raymond R. Rovinsky ’47 Joseph T. Rowinski'50 C"nnncey Rowlands '50 Lied P. Rowlands ’53 Jay Kenneth Rubin '75 Roy A. Rubury '48 Jay Gordon Ruckel '68 Joseph Ruder '76 Mrs. R Lorraine Shimalla Rudv '70 James M. Ruhf '42 ay 70 Frederick Charles Rummage '52 Rosemary Catherine Rush'66 Allen Alex Rusin *36 John M. Russell '51 Mrs. Raymond Russin '55 (Patricia Ann Fox) Henry A. Russotto '54 Helen M. Rutledge ’57 Arlene Ann Rybak Anthony B. Rydzewski '70 Michael G. Saba Raymond G. Saba ’57 Sandra Jean Sabbatini '77 Mrs. Louise Wintermute Saia '71 Allen I. Saidman '67 Dana Sheila Saladon '64 m'kLuis ’ Saldarriaga '58 (Phyllis Judge) 8a 58 Gerald Francis Salio '72 San S- Armand0 Robert ballavanli *68 Philomena Mazza ’77 Robert S. Sanders *52 Antoinette Nancy Santarelli *68 fohnS6 Dt°m‘niC Santarelli '68 jonn Santo 60 Dr. Ambrose Saricks '35 K'seph Michael Sarnecky '65 Kenneth Steven Saslaw '74 Mrs. Sheldon Saters 44 (June A. Gates) John A. Saucrunas '52 George Saunders '55 Mrs. Patricia Wallace Savage '69 Joseph John Savelli '59 Richard E. Savner '49 Samuel Sawka '50 Mostyn Saye '50 Gail Schaffhauser '58 Bernard Schechter '55 Robert Schechter '62 William J. Scheible '42 Janis Lee Schiller '70 Augustine Paul Schintz '54 1955 JOSHUA JAY KAUFMAN had the pleasure of being the lecturer at a lec­ ture sponsored by the New York Law School and the American Management Association. The lecture entailed es­ tate planning from initial client inter­ view to estate closing. 1960 RICHARD J. (DICK) MYERS, director of marketing at Martz Trailways, will leave his post to head up a newlyformed tour company service in At­ lantic City. Dick, his wife LOIS ’57, son Richard Jr., and daughter Ellen reside in Nanticoke. ROBERT J. SABATINO has been named acting associate director for academic affairs at Penn State/ Wilkes-Barre. He and his wife, Anita, have three children, Maria, Lisa and Daniel. 1964 MIMI WILSON has been appointed marketing director of Shenango Val­ ley Mall, Hermitage. 1956 JOSEPH JABLONSKI received his Doctor of Education in May. 1980 from Temple University. Joseph is teaching in the public schools in Levit­ town. Pa., yvhere he resides. 1957 JOHN JOHN L. L. COATES has been named president of LaBar Enterprises. Inc. John resides with his wife and four children on Covered Bridge Farm, near Fowlersville. ATTY. EUGENE ROTH has been hon­ ored as a Distinguished Permsylvanian by the Greater ph‘ladelPhia Chamber of Commerce. Roth rs graduate of Wilkes and D'chnson School of Law. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College. 1965 LT. COL. JAMES JENKINS was recent­ ly promoted to his present rank with the U.S. Air Force. He is stationed in Hawaii as a command pilot. He and his wife, Leslie, have a daughter, Karon. GARY G. POPOVICH has been pro­ moted to Data Systems Division Pro­ gramming center manager at Interna­ tional Business Machines Corpora­ tion in Poughkeepsie, New York. He and his wife. Joan Marie, and their two children reside in Wappingers Falls. New York. 1968 CHARLES GREGG has become wire editor for the Times Leader: s wire service. He resides in Plymouth. Pa. EDWARD J. PODEHL was recently ap­ pointed Vice President and Assistant WINTER 1981 17 �Controller in the Finance Department. Edward and his wife. Elizabeth, have three children; David. Daniel and Sarah. G. MATT MORAN and his wife. Jac­ quelyn, announce the birth of a son. Matthew, November 5. 1980. They al­ so have a daughter. Jennifer, age 5. Matt is the Eastern Regional Manager for Fiberfil Division, Dart-Kraft Inc. and is residing in Lancaster. Pa. IVAN and JILLIAN (GOLD) SCHON'FELD '69 wish to announce the birth of a son. Faron Blake, on December 30th. 1979. Mr. Schonfeld is the Exec­ utive Director of the Jewish Federa­ tion of Allentown. The couple also has two daughters. Toby Lee. 8 and Brandi Heather 5'.-i. The family resides in Al­ lentown, Pa. 1969 RICHARD T. SIMONSON has been promoted to the post of group control­ ler of the division serving the fire pro­ tection, safety and security markets at A-T-O. He received his M.B.A. from Wilkes in 1978. Richard, his wife Susan and their two children reside in Summerville. S.C. Lory and DAVID GOLDEN are the proud parents of twin sons. Richard Louis and Alexander Harry. They were born October 10. 1980. David is currently Vice President of Schultz Menswear, in Atlantic City. N.J. A son. Timothy, was born to GEORGE and CAROL PAWLUSH '79 on Novem­ ber 23. 1980. George, an ariministrative staff member at the College for 11 years, left Wilkes in June to become director of information services at the newly constructed NPW Medical Cen­ ter in Plains Township. Timothy joins an older brother. George IV. 1970 PHYLLIS SUN CHENG is now Assis­ tant head of technical processing in the Portsmouth Public Library in Portsmouth, Va. JUDITH VERVERS CRUSE has been certified to teach Levels I and II in ballet by the Cecchetti Council of America and is on the staff of the Deborah Anthony School of Dance in Altoona. Pa. DEMETRIOS PAPADEMETRIOU is now Editor of the International Mi­ gration Journal at the center for Mi­ gration Study located in Staten Is­ land. TOM SELECKY has accepted the posi­ tion of Conference Assistant at Clay­ ton Hall at the University of Del­ aware. Tom and his family are mak­ ing their home in Newark. 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1971 RITA H. STETTEN has been promoted to senior commercial officer at First Pennsylvania Bank in Philadelphia. She resides at 525 Sylvania Avenue, Folsom, Pa. SHARON SUSAN FORLENZA and John C. Stevens were recently united in marriage. Both Dr. and Mrs. Ste­ vens are assistant professors at Wilkes College. John in the depart­ ment of philosophy and Sharon in the department of nursing. The couple re­ sides in Wilkes-Barre. Pa. 1972 JOHN G. MANDELL. JR. received his Master of Business Administration degree from George Mason University in Fairfax. Va. He is currently em­ ployed as a budget analyst with the General Services Administration and resides in Centreville. Va. with his wife Mary. FRANK KILLIAN has accepted an ex­ ecutive position in the Department of Policy Service at American Indepen­ dent Insurance Company in WilkesBarre. Pa. 1973 JIM BOHNERT. senior commercial package underwriter with Selected Risks Insurance Co., was awarded the professional insurance designa­ tion. Chartered Property Casualty Un­ derwriter (C.P.C.U.) at national con­ ferment ceremonies in Honolulu, Ha­ waii. RONALD DeCANIO is now- a Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service. Ron and his wife, JANE (MOLININI) DeCANIO '74, have a son, Dan, and will be residing in Hingham, Mass. BRIAN M. FINN has been promoted to Revenue Agent with the Internal Rev­ enue Service in Jenkintown, Pa. Brian resides in Horsham, Pa. DEBORAH BOYER and Steven Web­ ster were recently married. Deb is a Special Education teacher. The cou­ ple is residing in Reeders, Pa. DR. ROBERT GOLDSTEIN and his wife. SUSAN PEZZNER GOLDSTEIN '74, announce the birth of a son, Ben­ jamin Alan, on June 17, 1980. The cou­ ple also has a daughter, Sharon, age three. Dr. Goldstein is chief resident in general surgery at Montefiore Hos­ pital. Bronx, New York. 1974 RICHARD CURRY has been named as­ sistant manager of the Schuylkill Sears Store in Frackville, Pa. A daughter, Rebecca Sarah, was born to STEVEN and LINDA GROSSMAN on September 27. 1980. Steven is em- ployed in the Marketing Department of the Northeastern Bank in Scranton. LINDA (HALL) and STEPHEN RILEY announce the birth of a son, Shane Patrick, on March 20. 1980. The fami­ ly resides in Ipswick, Ma. 1975 RAYMOND BARTOSH has been named to Mercy Hospital's (WilkesBarre) staff as Director of Fiscal Af­ fairs. He and his wife Karen reside in Wilkes-Barre with their two children. DR. RICHARD CLOMPUS has com­ pleted the Family Practice Optometry Residency Program at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. He is es­ tablishing a private optometric prac­ tice in West Chester where he resides with his wife, Linnea, and daughter, Alisha. GEORGE C. REAVY has received his Ph.D. in business and economics from Lehigh University’s Department of Fi­ nance 8; Management. George, his wife Antionette and their five children re­ side at 12 Ridge Street in WilkesBarre, Pa. MR. & MRS. KENNETH GARDNER an­ nounce the birth of their first child, a son, Kenneth, on November 3. The family resides in Ithaca, New York. A son, Steven Charles, was born Oc­ tober 19, 1980 to DAVID and BAR­ BARA SMITH THORNE. This is their first child. Barbara is a Utilization Re­ view Coordinator at Jeanes Hospital, Philadelphia and David is a cost ac­ countant at Tinius Olsen Testing Ma­ chines, Horsham. The couple resides at 28 Russell Road, Willow Grove, Pa. 1976 PAUL MACIK has been appointed as­ sistant supervisor of the tissue cul­ ture department of Flow Labora­ tories, Inc. Paul and his wife, JANET MARKOWITZ MACIK '76, reside at 4707 Commons Drive, Annandale, Vir­ ginia. DOROTHY REESE MIRMAK was pro­ moted to nursing management spe­ cialist at Westminster Community Hospital, Westminster, Ca. JEANNE NORCROSS and William Kravitz were recently wed. Jeanne is employed by Frank E. Baldwin-Kinback, Inc. and as a substitute teacher. William is currently pursuing a de­ gree at Wilkes. A daughter, Sarah, was born on No­ vember 17, 1980, to WILLIAM and BEVERLY (PISTON) LIPSKI. Bill and Beverly are teachers in the Wyoming Valley West District, The family is re­ siding in Plymouth, Pa. R&speu to $erve Alumni in Pleiv Role therm "Them i^nn09 'S °ne of without the financial So? that alumni and friends the Con wuld find it difficult to lts academic and scholamNn programs for students Th " £ the case, we will he I' Th S bein9 alumni in the future tapproachin9 . Note: on January 1. Dick Jas appointed by Wilkes PaSPeJJt Robert S. Capin as Director of pre5ld pelations. As a Wilkes graduate Alumni He' Director Of Financial Aid at the and forme /n(o //}e position a financial support for our mission " reports Raspen. The new S' officer continued by saying, acbXswithindthote a'Umn' With the reali7afSe re9ions" continuestXrtaHtha,Wilkes act^i?°?Sti}uents by Planning 00Jaindedication that overflows with ce What follows are some of his J'^ents on his new challenge. A United States Navy veteran and a native of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, Richard Raspen received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education from Wilkes in 1967 and a Master of Business Administration degree in 1977. He holds a Master of Education degree from Bloomsburg State College. Dick is a well-known member of the Wilkes College family, having served as Director of Financial Aid since 1967. In that position, he was responsible for the administration of aid programs worth over $6 million a year touching the lives of 80% of the Wilkes student body. "One of the many challenges of this new position," said Raspen, "will be to use my knowledge of the alumni and capitalize on their familiarity with me to maintain alumni interest in the College while supporting the needs of our programs." "While Wilkes is a relatively young institution, our graduates have achieved positions of high importance and great responsibility in numerous areas of our society. Through the Alumni Association we will be calling on these individuals for leadership and support," he noted. Alumni have many ways in which they can support their alma thp^oi l|GALLO,1977 JR. recently joined Vice p3 United Penn Bank as a e President in the Trust Division. thew "s.jV’fe Barbara, and son Mat6W restde in Conyngham. needs of the College. y Asked to comment on what 4 \ > 1 "Alumni can also help in other ways, such as identifying prospective students for the College through the Alumni Referral Program, counseling undergraduates interested in particular fields through the Career Assistance Program, participating as volunteer fund raisers during our community campaigns and alumni telethons, and by accepting leadership positions in special geographic 1st LT. JOHN J. HARPER has recently been reassigned to the Air Force Sat­ ellite Control Facility at Air Force Station in Sunnyvale. Cali­ fornia as a Space Systems Analyst. Rick (Rees) and Gordon (Roberts) each contributed their expertise to a well-organized office, and their programs and personalities will remain an important part of our alumni operation. With direction from Dr. Thomas Kelly, Dean of External Affairs, and with the assistance of Ms. Tanya Hallez, the involvement of alumni will continue to grow. New approaches, new ideas, and new methods will be introduced, and, as in the past, successful ones will be retained while less-successful ones will be revised and changed. I would also hope that my many friends within the Alumni Association will provide ideas and suggestions for future activities and indicate their willingness to help the office render services to alumni," concluded Raspen. Dick is now a resident of Hanover Green, (Pa.) and is active in many community and church-related organizations. He and his wife, Ann Marie, have three daughters: Janice, Class of '91, Jean, Class of '93, and Jill, Class of '96. Raspen succeeds Mr. Gordon Roberts who left to pursue career opportunities in teaching. 0 Aid at the College. NANCY ANNE EVANS and George RICHARD G. RASPEN has been ap­ pointed as Director of Alumni Rela WINTER 1981 19 �enabling them to" become31 he'P ^obr‘ngSfn read fr°m and r works. Students may ^writing. cExprfsSioil ^Articulatioil... W? Scent ration the pr?gram 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY importance, students are fortunate to have the broadly-based program designed and implemented by the Department of Language and Literature. A program which prepares them mentally and morally for roles as members of a complex society7. According to Kaska, "The Department is a multi-discipline one, created in response to a need, a 'marriage of convenience' which seems to be working." The "marriage" which combined the Department of English and the Department of Foreign Languages, generated majors in Communications Studies and Theater Arts. Kaska's philosophy is in keeping with that of the College and holds to the notion that . . . the truly educated, student in the Liberal Arts "should know a little about everything and a lot about something." He feels that it is essential to be able "to think clearly and critically and to write and speak gracefully and effectively," no matter what field of endeavor one pursues. In this vein, the program is designed to cover several facets, from English literature to career oriented courses in communications, including: broadcasting, journalism and public relations. "The program in English at Wilkes is doing comparatively well," Kaska said, "the department has about seventyfive majors. Nationally however, the discipline is doing badly. A recent study published by the American Council on Education and the University of California reports that of college freshmen in 1969, who indicated a probable field of study, English was the choice of 6.1% of the women and 1.7% of the men. In 1979 the figure for women was 1.2% and for men 0.6%. Enrollments in English at Wilkes have steadily declined." Dr. Thomas Kaska, Chairman of the Department at his desk in Kirby Hall. — ■ Unman, Director of the Writing Lab, assent Daria Morris. Dr. Lee Terry, a member of the English faculty, with students. Student actors performing at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center. The play was an original entitled "Flood" by playwright Philip Bosakowski. Kaska continued to say that if the situation does not reverse itself, "English at the college level will face the dreadful possibility of a loss of identity as a discipline in its own right — as a community of scholars, who study literature for its own sake — as a source of pleasure and as an index to cultural values. It faces, in other words, the possibility of becoming a 'service' department." However, the department has done and is doing a number of things to stabilize enrollments. One of these is the Creative Writing Program. Each year, enthusiastic students are given the opportunity to meet nationally and internationally known writers both in the classroom and on a consultation basis. In addition to these uberaraXdSubi’ercO,fesSiolla’aTld Heaman, director of the lab Dana Morris, who work=’ ^tor and student aS0SiXtStoaSa Heaman says, "She is so approachable and is willing to tutors Jho wwk with he? wl the NaI1 Arts. by Jane Manganella College professors throughout the United States are dealing with a common problem ... the apparent inability of a significant number of students to express themselves in either oral or written reports. The problem is not a new one, in fact, there are many7 educators who are encouraged because it is now accepted and recognized and is slowly7 being alleviated on college campuses. The need to deal with it is vital, because no matter what area of study the student chooses, he or she must be able to translate thought to word or to paper. Logically, what does it matter how much knowledge one has in any area if that knowledge cannot be imparted. This does not imply that the vast majority7 of students are deficient in the art of communicating, but for those who are, it limits them in whatever they undertake either academically or socially. What caused the void? There are endless theories as to the cause of the problem and most of those are endlessly debatable. However, several educators agree with historian Barbara W. Tuchman, who states in a New York Times article, that somewhere in the recent past there was a "deterioration of standards." Basics, it seems, were neglected at the elementary or secondary levels and colleges are now experiencing the result of trends in education during the 1960's which contributed to the deterioration. Whatever the reason, this information leads to the real purpose of this article — how the Wilkes College Department of Language and Literature is combating this national problem. The answers received from Dr. Thomas Kaska, chairman of the department, are gratifying. In a time when words such as negotiation, arbitration and communication are of prime proficient in areasT^^ The consistency of thp has much to dofwithD? Pa Referring again to the most basic problems and challenges for his department, Kaska said, "The most severe challenge we face is that of teaching writing. Fortunately, Wilkes, unlike so many other schools, did not abandon its composition requirement and all students are required to fulfill a two-semester, six-credit sequence in composition. We have had to, over the past decade, face the problem of declining verbal aptitude and as you know, our experience is true to the national experience." One of the solutions used to ace this particular problem was creation of a writing aooratory. Judging from the tra hc ln and around Room 257 “ the Stark Learning Center n er.e the lab is located, it is a P Polar solution. That popularity fulfill ‘Vart to the need s' Here students may come DpU ^Ue Par* of the students who come in for help Interaction between Dr. Heaman and her students is really priceless." Heaman feels that the lab is successful since there are approximately 250 to 300 students who come for help each semester. Of these, more than half come in on their own. She states, This is, for them, another way of learning. In class they are handing a paper in and getting a paper back; here in the lab, they articulate their problems to someone and get a personal response." The lab is fully equipped and is staffed by carefully selected student tutors. Kaska said that the department is currently reviewing its whole effort and "believes that the job of teaching writing must be shared by the College as a whole." In the area of career oriented courses, the department, in its effort to serve student needs, initiated a new major last year in Communications Studies. This major seeks to develop the awareness of those students who will deal with historical and cultural concerns, and to develop their skills in writing and in speaking. Though comparatively new, the program has been recognized by Project Quill, an organization which supports creative efforts on campuses to generate new ways to link disciplines and professions to produce a truly educated person. Specifically recognized was a course entitled Communications m an Open Society. This course is attp’nfa-d adXanta8e over those pending other colleges in Northeastern Pennsylvania: the highly skilled theater faculty who teach performance, production, design and criticism and ... the unique part ... the excitement of applying the knowledge in the professional setting of the fully equipped, 500-seat Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. Students who select this major will be required to study in three main areas: literature, criticism and history; technical theater, and performance. Four major productions are staged each academic year, and students are involved in all aspects of these productions; as actors, directors, technicians, and set and costume designers. Jay Siegfried, director of theater, has plans for bringing summer theater workshops to the Center for the Performing Arts as an inducement to young people who want to do summer theater without having to go to a metropolitan area. Under an English curriculum which guides the student from the very basics in a writing lab to classics in literature; a Communications Studies program which strives to educate young minds to assimilate, analyze and ethically report public issues; a Theater Arts program and Speecn Division to teach social presence, a Modern Foreign Language their own sphere; and most SSg? of mass communication an o WINTER 1981 21 �flute instructor and she is also em­ ployed as a computer operator with New Jersey Bell Telephone. The cou­ ple resides in Somerset, N.J. BARRY ALLEN PEZZNER and Abby Coblentz were married recently. Barry is employed with Pezzner Brothers. Inc. and is currently pursu­ ing his M.B.A. degree at Wilkes. The couple is residing in Forty Fort. JOAN MARIE STEMPIN and CHES­ TER F. DUDICK, JR. were married in October. Joan is employed by United Penn Bank as a systems analyst. Ches­ ter is employed by the law firm of Hourigan, Kluger. and Spohrer Asso­ ciates. The couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre. Dear Relative . . . PAULA (STRINOSKI) DRUM is an of­ fice claims representative for Em­ ployee Insurance of Wausau. The couple resides at 331 Barker Circle. West Chester, Pa. MARCY ELLEN STERN and Alan H. Weinberg were recently wed. Marcy is employed as a teacher associate by Luzerne Intermediate Unit. She is also pursuing a teacher certification at Marywood. The couple will reside in Wilkes-Barre. Pa. JOANNE ENGLOT KAWCZENSKI and her husband. Brian, had their first child, a son. Matthew Brian, on Sep­ tember 19. 1980. Joanne is presently an assistant cashier at First Eastern Bank. 1978 BRUCE DRUM has been promoted as assistant personnel manager at Lasko Metal Products. West Chester Plant. Marine 1st LT. EDWARD J. FINN has reported for duty with 1st Marine Bri­ gade. Kaneone Bay, Hawaii. The UFTH VANYO recently be^he bride of James M. Siracuse came the o employed as a medica Mary at Wilkes-Barre General teChnolog1St RICHARD M. BARAN was recently wed to Frances Anne Bliss. Richard is employed as a materials scientist at Allied Chemical Research Lab, Buffa­ lo. N.Y. The couple resides at 169 Palmdale Drive, Williamsville. N.Y. k DAV® MICHAEL ALAN HELLER was mar­ ried to Barbara Lukasik in August. Michael is a store manager for the prospective donors and create the communit}' climate in which such a by Betsy B. Condron program is recognized and encouraged as Do you know a useful method of college support." that you and I In addition to President Capin, Dr. have a Thomas Kelly (Dean of External Affairs), relationship? and the Director of Planned Giving who Hmm-mm. You writes this column, our Committee is may not be my composed of eight very busy men and cousin, although I women. They form a topnotch group have slews of those, nor any of the other representing diverse professions related to types of kith and kin available, but dear estate planning. reader . . . WE have a fiduciary Lonnie Coombs is a CPA, partner in relationship! his own Wilkes-Barre firm, board As I was perusing a Glossary of Terms member and past president of the area used in estate planning, I found: Accounting Association and the state "Fiduciary - an individual or a trust Institute of CPA’s, as well as serving on institution charged with the duty of the board and past president of United acting for the benefit of another party as Cerebral Palsy. to matters coming within the scope of the Lonnie writes: "The advent of a sound relationship between them." I'm not your ambitious planned giving program at guardian, agent, attorney, partner nor Wilkes signals the beginning of a strong trustee, but I do have the responsibility financial future for the College. I am of giving counsel to you which could be proud to be a part of the process to beneficial in your estate planning ... so, ensure that stability." After reading about taken generally, I've got a fiduciary the persons who are contributing their relationship with my readers. time to that insurance, you will see why I also have a fiduciary relationship with the compliment is returned. We are another group of persons, the Wilkes proud to have them as the charter College Planned Giving Advisory members of our Advisory Committee. Committee. However, in that relationship Virginia Masters, loyal and it is their duty to act for my benefit so enthusiastic, drives from East Stroudsburg that I am able to carry out my job duties to our meetings. A First Eastern Bank with the best guidance possible. V.P. and Trust Officer, Ginny's "bio" is In the last Quarterly I mentioned replete with 25 years of banking activities resource literature I use in the planned and leadership . . . current emphasis on giving program ... in this edition I want trusts and estate planning. Among her to introduce the real-live-persons who board memberships are: Pleasant Valley lend it support and advice. A college Manor, YMCA, and the Torch Club. development firm lists as a major reason Frank Henry and Richard Maslow for the success of programs such as ours: are successful businessmen on a national “An Estate Planning Committee of scale, Wilkes Board members, and Volunteer Professionals . . . who can full-time family men who share a second provide help in communicating with educational interest in Wyoming 1 1 v Corporation in LauGord°,n’viand, where the couple rer0l. MaY sideS' cilCHOSKI was married to WHITMER was recently L Mikina. David is an S%id-inCuba,N.Y. Th°maS ^’5 pjrstEastern Bank and Seminary. Frank, President of Frank Martz Coach Co., has long been a volunteer leader for the YMCA and the Salvation Army. Dick, President of Metropolitan Wire Corp., is currently the Chairman of the College's Development Committee giving strong impetus to Wilkes' advancement. As progressive executives, Frank and Dick would agree that the College's planned giving program is laying a foundation for the future . . . that makes good business sense! Gerald Moffatt, a partner in the widely esteemed accounting firm of Arthur Andersen & Co. in New York City, is Vice Chairman of the YMCA Board there and also gives leadership to the Central Park Community Playground. Jerry cites planned giving's two-fold help: "A donor's contribution earns him a personal financial return and helps insure the future of our institution as a high caliber liberal arts college." Esther Davidowitz adds leadership to Wilkes' Academic Affairs and Development Committees as a Trustee, while also being involved with the Continuing Education Program and a special program sponsored by the Council of Jewish Women which is held at the College. The Chairmanship of Temple Israel’s Art Committee is one of Essy's volunteerships'. . . and, most important, she's the mother of four sons. Harry Hiscox, as a devotee of the arts, serves on boards such as the Historical Society, Children's Museum Advisory Committee, Wyoming Valley Oratorio Society and the N.E. Penna. Philharmonic. A partner in the Rosenn, Jenkins and Greenwald law firm, Harry drew up Wilkes' Pooled Income Fund a decade ago, and I've been especially grateful for his expertise. Emeritus, has been a aWilkeSv r or getting this program off P*"10 nd of inestimable help to *e8r0UI1nd responsible for levitating the person resp Commercei Salvation it The Xn ted Way are a few of the Xosto which he's given 1979 -------- uuuer at Sl n2ee" pr°- I 1 DIANE R. MARCINKO HOJNOWSKI has passed the State Board Examina­ Co.'s packaging plant rn v S,'S Paper tion for Registered Nurses. She is em­ dustrial Park.8 wnikm 0 mrtInployed at Wilkes-Barre General Hos­ Sugarloaf with his wife. Joanne “ *“ pital in the medical-surgical unit. MARK A. MOLITORIS has been n, JUNE ANN RYAN has passed her moted to chief accountant New York State Board for registered Joseph Hospital's administrative staff nurses. She is presently employed at Mark resides in Hazleton with £ Mount Sinai Hospital, New York City, wife, Lynn, and their son, Stephen. in the cardiothoracic surgery depart­ ment. THOMAS W. ROBERTS has been named vice president and director of SHARON NICOLE WEISS has been marketing of the Northeastern Bank notified that she has passed her New of Pennsylvania. He and his wife, Bet­ York State Boards for registered sy, and their two daughters, Elizabeth nurses. She is presently employed at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York in and Sarah, reside at 265 N. Maple the intensive care unit. Avenue, Kingston. , DR. SANDRA LEE ARGENIO became the recent bride of Thomas Sperrazza, Jr. Sandra is presently a resident physician at Geisinger Medical Cen­ ter, Danville. DAVID JOHN FRITZGES and Linda Diane Kretchmer were united in mar­ riage. David is employed as a sales representative by CFS Continental, Allentown. The couple also resides in Allentown. “nnTof my committee experts, Ginny j + billion to charitable THOMAS F. RASH and Beth Ann Sawka were recently married. Thomas is employed by Atlas Chain and Preci­ sion Parts, West Pittston. The couple resides in Lee Park. a substantial gift to Wilkes, but can t afford to give up income-producing assets, consider a "deferred gift . It may provide income for you and for a relative or friend before eventually passing to Wilkes. The tax advantages include: immediate income tax deduction, no capital gains on appreciated property, and a possible estate tax deduction.” Deferred gifts are planned gifts! The individuals mentioned above share your fiduciary interest in Wilkes. They welcome an opportunity to enhance your financial planning. q , To: Director of Planned Giving i Wilkes College j _ Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ’. - lam interested in learning more about pooled income funds I wish to record that I have arranged for i a bequest toWilkesCollege Karen and DAVID EDWARD DUDICK announce the birth of their first child, a son, David Edward, Jr., on September 30. David is employed by General Mills Inc., as a sales representative m the Buffalo area where the family re­ sides. 1980 LEE ANN EARL has accepted a grad­ uate teaching assistantship at SUNY (State University of New York) Bing­ hamton. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Mathematics at SUNY. i ‘ ID i i __ I Adless I Phone I date ___ CLIFFORD JONES, JR. and Janice J. Jesikiewicz were recently married. He received his B.A. in History and Education. O KATHLEEN MARIE CROMER and Anthony Martino were married re­ cently. The couple resides in WilkesBarre, Pa. fS-how and special brand of “d I I 1 1 j i i ] i I SUSAN EASTWOOD has been notiRed she has completed the examination for registered nurse licensure in Pennsylvania. She has been employed at Geisinger Medical Center as a nurse in the intermediate coronary } ! ] ] i care unit. MARIE KACZENSKI has joined the Ferroxcube Corporate Research and Engineering Group as a Ceramic Engineer. She is also co-author of several mm memonaml William Lymman Hale ’61, of 263 Luvaine Drive, Buffalo, New York passed away after a brief illness. William, a native of Wilkes-Barre, graduated from Wilkes in 1961 with a Biology major. He received his Master's degree from the University of Buffalo and was a candidate for a Ph.D. He served on the faculty at the University of Buffalo for the past ten years. Surviving are his wife, Susan Richardson Hale, and three children, Cindy. Marsha and James, all at home. Mr. Hale was a nephew of Ruth W. McHenry. Chairman in the Department of Nursing. Robert C. Kundreskas '63, was killed in a traffic accident in Southgate. England on November 1, 1980. At the time of his death, he was an instructor of Early Music at Trinity College. Note: Contributions to o class fund in memory of deceased friends and/or relatives are always appropriate. Gifts are acknow edged to the donor as well as to the family of the deceased and are always appreciated by your College. Contributions and inquiries tnay be sent to: Wilkes College Alumni Office. 170 S. FranMm street. o Wilkes-Barre. Pa. 18/66. | technical papers. 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY WINTER 1981 23 �llVLLre than 13,000 students have passed through the halls of Wilkes College over the past 48 years. During that period of time many friendships have developed and long-lasting relationships established. During the nearly five decades of educational service, the College has been sensitive to the needs of the students and the community. To be effective, the College has, during this period, expanded its programs, strengthened its curriculum, maintained a strong faculty and made a continuing commitment to the students and community it serves. While change is necessary to keep in step with the times, Wilkes College has not changed the one thing it has offered since 1933 - Quality. Wilkes College ... a special place with special people. There is no better way to prepare for tomorrow. CAMPAIGN WILKES si I college' A commitment to quality education and scholarship assistance for deserving students. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMfr NO. 355 WILKES-BARRE, PA. � https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/128be075b2081846945305a06b4cbc06.pdf db0f1306cc458186270a2c8743316a51 PDF Text Text �WILKE6 COLLEGE , Let us have faith that right makes might, and in that faith let us to the end dare to do our duty as we understand it WINTER 1961 Volume 5, Number 2 Abraham Lincoln vutsacoufiGC. tXAKTEiyY editor Randall J. Xenakis edition editor associate editor Jane Manganella alumnus editor On the Cover George F. Ralston has served Wilkes College and its students for thirty-five years. He has, during the time, had many titles and played different roles ... a member of the biology, faculty, coach, advisor, counselor, director of athletics, dean of students, dean of men, colleague, friend. In each of these roles he has touched the lives of countless students and influenced their future lives. Currently as Dean of Men he continues to fill the many roles . . . "joyously." Richard Raspen contributing staff Betsy Bell Condron Wilma Hurst Edward White III '80 contributing photographers Donald D. Carey Arthur S. Miller art director H ii! The Many Faces and Roles of Dean George Ralston 8 9 9 12 13 15 by Jane Manganella A Dream Fulfilled by Jane Manganella Jon Schaffer circulation Tanya Hallez '67 Being on the Leading Edge by Wilma Hurst A Cornerstone for the Future The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. Homecoming 1981 Now is a temporary condition! by Betsy Condron Chronicle — 4 May this holiday season Bring To You and Your Loved Ones precious gifts of Health, Happiness and Enduring Friendships Libby and Bob Capin Gallery — 10 Sports Update — 10 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS William L. Conyngham, Chairman Richard M. Ross, Vice Chairman William J. Umphred '52, Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz, Secretary James A. Adonizio Mrs. Robert I). Arenstein '68 Benjamin Badman '41 Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis 1). Davis, Jr. '60 Alexandra Ehret W. Carey Evans '41 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner, Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt ’63 Richard I Pearsall William A Perlmuth 51 Joseph J. Pinola 49 Arnold S. Rifkin Harold Rose, Jr. Hon. Max Rosenn Eugene Roth ‘57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 Luciana Suraci Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin ‘50 TRUSTEE EMERITI Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorary Member Donald F. Carpenter. Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret. Trustee Emerita Mrs. Eberhard I.. Faber. Trustee Fmcrita Alan M. Glover, Ph.D. Trustee Emeritus Thomas H. Kiley. Tras/ct* Emeritus F. Ellsworth Parkhurst. 'Trustee Emeritus �ELEANOR COATES FARLEY SCHOLARSHIP The Faculty Women presented their yearly "Eleanor Coates Farley Scholarship” to Carol Lombardo at the Faculty Women’s Tea, held in the Annette Evans Faculty House in October. Carol is a native of Pittston and a senior nursing major. Shown at presentation ceremonies are from left: Doris Hartdagen, president of the faculty women; Ms. Lombardo and Tibi Tyburski, scholarship chairperson. FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS Robert S. Capin, president of Wilkes College announced this week that the 48-year-old academic institution has received a grant in the amount of $185,000 from the U.S. Department of Education. The funds are earmarked for the development of self-strengthening programs in student services as well as continued progress in the area of institutional research. Made possible through the Higher Education Act of 1965 (Title III), the grant will assist the College in developing a learning laboratory for students who require special educational assistance in basic learning skills. In addition, the one-year stipend will aid the College in strengthening and continuing its efforts in the area of institutional research and information systems management. "We are indeed pleased that these funds have been made available to us so that we can continue to offer special programs of excellence to our students," said Capin. The establishment of a learning laboratory will allow the College to provide tutorial services in reading, writing, mathematics, the sciences and other special study skills which will assist students who require assistance in the basic learning skills. In addition, the program will allow for counseling, peer and professional tutoring and other services that will help students achieve and sustain satisfactory academic performance. A portion of the grant money will be used to assist the College in institutional research and information systems management. "In preparing for the annual and the long-range plans of the College, the need for a comprehensive institutional data base and an integrated information management system has become increasingly more important," remarked Capin. "The College’s ability to make objective and rational analysis of its academic and administrative outcome and to project future alternatives has become complex. This grant will assist us in establishing an information 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED The Hazleton National Bank initiated an annual scholarship for a "capable and deserving student form the Hazleton area” enrolled in the Wilkes College Program in Nursing: Hazleton. This year’s recipient is Barbara Jean Kollessar. Robert S. Gicking, President of the Hazleton Bank toured the Nursing Labs in Stark Learning Center and presented the check. Shown at the presentation ceremonies are from left to right: Dr. Virginia Nehring, chairperson of the Department of Nursing; Mr. Gicking, President, HNB; Robert S. Capin, and Dean of External Affairs Dr. Thomas Kelly. COUNSELORS FROM VARIOUS PARTS OF STATE MEET AT WILKES Ul MEMBERS OF THE KIRBY FAMILY TOUR KIRBY HOME AT WILKES Members of the Kirby Family were recently hosted by President and Mrs. Robert S. Capin, as they toured the original Kirby home on the Wilkes campus. The home was donated to the College by Allan Kirby in 1941 and now houses the Department of Language and Literature. systems management while affording us the opportunity to design a data base which is capable of generating reports on academic program planning and control, student recruitment and retention, student profile, placement, fiscal operation, student financial aid, physical plant and external socio­ economic factors.” NUCLEAR WEAPONS SYMPOSIUM GIVEN An informal symposium entitled "The Nuclear Weapons Dilemma” was held in October at Stark Learning Center. Keynote speakers for the symposium were Dr. Michael Case, earth and environmental science department and Of particular interest to the visitors were portraits of Fred and Jessie Kirby, which were recently presented to the College by the artist Louise Carpenter, Mendenhall, Pa. Shown standing in front of the portraits are, from left to right: President Robert S. Capin, Mrs. Fred Kirby, Fred Kirby and Mrs. Capin. Dr. Herbert Frey, assistant minister of Wilkes-Barre’s First Presbyterian Church. Dr. Case and Dr. Frey spoke on “Nuclear Weapons and the Effects of Nuclear War” and "The Arms Race — For and Against.” The second day of the two-day symposium covered "Halting the Arms Race — What can we do?” The symposium, structured to provide pertinent information to the general public, consisted of lectures, films and discussions. Dr. Samuel Merrill, a member of the mathematics and computer science faculty, worked with Dr, Case and Dr. Frey to coordinate and provide information for the symposium. Counselors from various parts of Pennsylvania met with Luzerne County School Counselors in a joint meeting that was hosted by the Admissions office and staff at Chase Hall. The executive committee of Pennsylvania School Counselors Association chose Wilkes for its initial meeting of the school year. This is the first time in the twenty-six year history of the Pennsylvania School Counselors Association that the executive meeting was held in Wilkes-Barre. The association which represents the interests of school counselors throughout Pennsylvania is one of the largest organizations of its kind in the United States. WILKES/UNIVERSITY OF PENNA. DISCUSS DOCTORAL PROGRAM Wilkes College and the University of Pennsylvania officials are discussing plans to offer a Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership. Of the fourteen required courses, 10 will be offered on the Wilkes campus with the remaining four to be offered at the University in Philadelphia, to satisfy the residency requirement. Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the Department of Education at Wilkes and Dr. Kevin Lyons, director of Off-campus programs at the U. of P. stated that the thrust of the program will focus on the identification, investigation and consequent solution of major problems facing school districts. WILKES ANNOUNCES LARGEST STUDENT ENROLLMENT SINCE 1975 With a total of 2,135 students on the campus this past fall, College officials were pleased to announce that this year’s full time day enrollment not only surpasses the long-range planning Shown, as plans , . the ,event are, from left to .right, . z.___Ostrowski, __________________ _ projection of 2,011 but shows a they compluhul for Gerak! substantial increase of nearly 100 Nanticoke Area Schools, Steve Plaeko, Hanover .Area Schools and President, Luzerne County students over last year. The college has Counselors Association; Dr. Gerald VVuori, Dean of Admissions Wilkes College. Phil Amico, shown a steady growth over the last six Wilkes-Barre Area Schools and Vice President, Luzerne County Counselors Association, Bob Zuvada, President, Pennsylvania School Counselors Association, Sheila Adams, Downtown years, averaging 2,050 full lime students Wilkes-Harn: Association. Attorney John DiPietro, Wilkes-Barre 11 and City Council. during that period. WINTER 1981 5 �WILKES COLLEGE FAMILY “BIG APPLE” WEEKEND Again this year, all members of the Wilkes College Family — Alumni, students, faculty, administration and friends — will have an opportunity for a spring weekend in New York City. Dean Art Hoover has finalized arrangements for the March 26-28 weekend which will include bus transportation, luggage handling and two nights at the Hotel Edison, located in the heart of the theater district in Mid-Manhattan. Further information and reservations are available through Art at the College — 824-4651, Extension 252. OMEGA-IOTA MEETS AT WILKES A meeting of Omega-Iota, the local chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honor Society, was held on the campus of Wilkes College. Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Historian and academic dean at Wilkes College, gave a lecture on the “Battle of Yorktown.” This marks the 200th anniversary of the battle. Dr. Hartdagen holds both Master’s and doctorate degrees in History from Northwestern University. Shown are newly-elected officers. From left are: Jim Watkinson, President: Dr. Hartdagen, Keith Saunders. Secretary-Treasurer and John Naegeli, Vice President. ROTC SCHOLARSHIP Air Force ROTC scholarships were awarded to six cadets in the Aerospace Studies Program. The recipients were selected in a nationwide competition based on academic achievement and leadership ability. The scholarship provides tuition, books, fees and a monthly stipend. Shown are recipients from left: Chris Cleaver, Orangeville; Mary Ann Urban, Wilkes-Barre; Dave Brozena, Plymouth; Norm Balchunas, Lansdale; Pauline Strohl, Palmerton; Karen Yackiel, White Haven. HONOR SOCIETIES CHARTERED/ MEET AT WILKES Installation ceremonies for the new Wilkes College chapter of Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology was held recently on campus. Dr. Robert Bohlander, assistant professor of Psychology and advisor to the chapter, presided at charter ceremonies. Installation of officers was conducted and activities and projects for the academic year were announced. Shown are charter members from left to right: Susan Tomalis, Donna Cunningham, Annette Jacek, Karen Gardner, Carol Beahm, Elaine Michalac, Stuart Kall, Deborah Martini, John Sweeney, Sande Hartdagen, Sharon DeRemer, Lori Ungvarsky and Jessica Friedland. WILKES COLLEGE ACT 101 PROGRAM The Wilkes College Act 101 Advisory Council held its first meeting of the academic year at the Annette Evans Faculty and Alumni House. Mrs. Rachael Lohman, Director of Financial Aid at Wilkes, spoke to the group about the impact of President Reagan's budget on Federal and State financial aid programs. Act 101 is a program that enables students to attend college with the aid 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SCIENCE EXPO PART OF WILKES HOMECOMING Students Evelyn Donall and Bob Gonzalez are shown in the College Physics Lab prior to the Science Expo that was held on October 31, as part of the 34th Annual Homecoming. Cooperative efforts of several departments under the chairmanship of Assistant Professor of Physics Walter Placek made this year’s expo highly successful. Students from local high schools were invited to Stark Learning Center to see the various displays and demonstrations. nr I VI I ’ I j J T Stf SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS The Wilkes Student Section of the Society of Women Engineers was chartered recently at ceremonies at the Center for the Performing Arts. Shown at presentation ceremonies are from left to right: Terry Hincken, Camille Rowlands, Susan Montgomery, Wilkes President, accepting the charter from Anne Stocker, President of Lehigh Valley Section, Jennifer Slotis and Joan Thomas. DR. HAMMER RECEIVES INVITATION FROM ALEXANDER HAIG Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the Department of Education at Wilkes has been invited by Secretary of State Alexander Haig to be among select leaders in Teacher Education at a foreign policy conference in Washington, D.C. The conference, sponsored jointly by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, the International Council on Education for Teaching and the United States Department of State, will offer leaders in higher education the opportunity to participate in briefing sessions on international development issues. The sessions will provide insight into the broad patterns and trends of the U.S. foreign policy and activities and programs of federal agencies which involve Colleges and Universities in the U.S. and abroad. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM PRESENTS CAREERS DAY The Cooperative Education Office, under the direction of Robert Koester, sponsored a Careers Day Seminar at Stark Learning Center recently. BOND ISSUE SIGNING of remedial instruction, tutoring, academic and personal counseling, and financial aid advisement. The Advisory Council, comprised of College personnel and community members, meets several times a year to discuss new ideas in programming. Th Advisory Council serves as a liaison between the Act 101 staff and the community. Mrs. Carol O'Connell is chairperson. Pictured are Mrs. Lohman (left) and Mrs. O'Connell. Wilkes College president Robert S. Copin accepted S3.255.000 in bond proceeds for use by the college to construct the new Residence Hull. The project was financed through a bond issue approved by the Luzerne County commissioners, although the repayment obligation rests with the college. The financing was arranged by J. M. Revie and Co.. Wilkes-Barre, the Wyoming National Bank of Wilkes-Barre and the First Eastern Bunk. N.A. Left to right are: Bruce Gies Klein, bond counsel, of Bullard. Spahr, Andrews, and Ingersoll, Philadelphia; Attorney Ralph Johnston, solicitor for Luzerne County; County Commissioner Edward Brominski; Robert S. Capin, Wilkes ('allege president; County Commissioner Frank Crossin. Jr.; James Ravia, J. M. Revie Co. president and Joseph Petz. Wyoming National Bank trust officer. The all-day event brought several local area business, industrial and professional representatives to campus to inform and interview students interested in the co-op plan. The Cooperative Education Program at Wilkes provides students the opportunity to integrate classroom studies with practical professional experience in a mutually beneficial affiliation between employer and student. Koester (right) is shown with James Clontz, a representative of Carpenter Technology. O WINTER 1981 7 �WILK ______ O * < V THE MANY FACES AND ROLES OF DEAN GEORGE RALSTON WILKES COLLEGE • WILKES-BARRE • PENNSYLVANIA 18766__________________________________________ By Jane Manganella It is fairly safe to assume that ALL alumni and MOST students know Dean George F. Ralston; he has been a member of the Wilkes College family for nearly thirty-five years. Over the years and in each of the many roles he’s played, he has touched the lives and influenced the futures of countless students. Some remember him as a teacher, others, a coach or an administrator or an advisor or all of the above because he played several of the roles simultaneously. The Dean has worn many hats and different faces in his career at Wilkes, and in whatever capacity he’s worked, one thing is consistently obvious ... He has loved every moment! In his own words, he looks back “joyously to those beginning days." George Ralston’s first “How Do’’ to A/oming Valley was in the summer of 1940. when he was hired by the ~ i.-ty Fort School District to teach in “a Dana Street School. He was a recent g aduate of the University of . ■ Carolina where be received, . .- ■-.= B.S. Biology, the ‘ - ::: acace~:c achievement award ; .er. to aWstes anc '.:;o of the • ---cra-y awards, The Golden Fieece .'or :eadersh^p and The Holy Grz.. oe. How dees a ■yaauate from a southern university : .. <52 by a sc-.c-. over 700 mi.es ' = ..iz-.ed ':z zz to mez school. i always thought medicine wouid be my profession, but I cOL’dn’t afford it without working for a .,c.:e. and I mentioned th.s to a tosnd who knew about the Forty Fort opening. I wrote, they called to set up an interview, and I was hired to teach and coach football and basketball.” He stayed in the school district for a year and a half, then, in 1941 his teaching career was interrupted by World War II. He was drafted into the Army where he would serve for the next four and a half years and where he would advance from the rank of private to major before being honorably discharged in 1946. “The people I’d met when I was in Wyoming Valley stayed in my thoughts and I wanted to come back here to work tor a time before I went to med school." It was then that George heard about the possible opening in the new college in ’WilkesBarre. “I went to see Dr. Eugene 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY The following Class Notes were compiled from updates received prior to November 1. Please send all information regarding mar­ riages, births, promotions, employment or address changes, advanced degrees, or deaths to the Wilkes College Alumni Office, Weckesser Hall, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. 1935 DR. JOSEPH P. LORD, who had been chief psycholo­ gist and director of training at Children's Hospital Medical Center in Boston, the pediatric teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, recently retired and returned to Wilkes-Barre. 1948 JOSEPH F. LITCHMAN was recently re-eiected as Director of Jewelcor, Inc. Joseph is also Senior VicePresident, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary of Jewelcor, Inc. 1949 ✓ARTHUR D. DALESSANDRO, Luzerne County judge, was one of the instructors and coordinators for the Dickinson School of Law trial advocacy seminar and workshop held at the law school in Carlisle. ■ Farley who hired me on the spot to teach and to counsel veterans. There were so many veterans returning to campuses all over the country at that time and Wilkes was no exception. "My ’office’ was a table between the stove and the wall in the kitchen of Barre Hall," he smiled, “and I counseled veterans with all kinds of problems.” One day Dr. Farley appeared in the office and announced that the students wanted to start a football team, and so, in September or October of 1946, Wilkes had its first “Colonels.” It was during this time that George formed the Lettermen's Club. “I was so proud of that club, it was just the best service club anywhere,” he said. “They did everything that needed doing: they raised funds for scholarships and other 'worthwhile causes. How, understand these were big, tough athletes who managed to give formal teas and dinner dances with white­ glove receiving lines. Those boys would decorate that gym so that it looked like a ballroom. They were something special." The Lettermen worked and played with equal amounts of determination and, at times, with a bit too much enthusiasm. For example, they decided to create Wilkes College’s first baseball diamond in Kirby Park. They’d meet and work until dark and then drive George’s brand new 1949 “beautiful Buick Convertible" out onto the field to "provide lights and to run down the battery." "I never did see much of that car," George mused. “Those guys used it for funerals, weddings, dates, and I used to park it behind Chase — when I’d go to get it, it was gone a lot.” In the early ’50’s, Dean Ralston went to one of the many dinner dances and recognized a former student who was now a member of the music faculty. He asked Helen Bitler Hawkins to dance. They danced and talked all evening and soon were seeing each other frequently. They had much In common, especially • love of classical music, Helen is well known as a gifted vocalist. During that time (George Is Indefinite as to when It began to happen), he gave up the Ido ■ of going ., .in w " 1954 WAYNE S. MADDEN is Chief, Chaplain Service Personnel, Headquarters, Strategic Air Command, Offutt Air Force Base, Omaha, Nebraska. Colonel Madden resides in Bellevue, Nebraska, with his wife Joyce and children Carol, Bob, and Lori. 1955 HARRY W. ENNIS is a production superintendent with Johns Manville in Zelienople, Pa. Harry has been - with the company for 25 years. His wife, GWEN (JONES), '57, is a music teacher in the South West Butler County Public Schools. Harry and Gwen reside in Harmony, Pa., and have four children. 1956 The confusion with addresses for JOHN F. SHIM­ SHOCK has been cleared up by a note from John. His company headquarters are in Palo Alto, California, but John works at a field lest facility in Pittsburgh, Pa. 1957 EUGENE ROTH, a Wilkes-Barre attorney, is serving as Chairman of the Pacesetters Division of the United Way Drive in Wyoming Valley. 1/ 1959 DR, NICHOLAS I). GIORDANO recently announced the relocation of his office (or (he practice ot internal medicine. Nick resides in Trucksville, Pa., with his wile and children. 1960 GEORGE GACHA is leaching and coaching at Pember­ ton High School in New Jersey. George resides in Colum­ bus, New Jersey, with his wife and four daughters. 1961 DAVID A. RALSTON has earned his doctorate of business administration in organizational management at Florida State University. David is the son of Dean and Mrs. George Ralston of Wilkes College. He is presently employed as an assistant professor at the University of Connecticut. HAROLD ROSE, President of Wyoming National Bank, has accepted the volunteer position of Team Leader for the Pacesetters Division of the Wyoming Valley United Way Campaign. 1963 L1NELLEN (CHARLTON) WANTLAND is blissfully married and living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with her husband and two teenage sons by a former marriage. She wants the whole world to know how happy she is. Congratula­ tions, Lineilen. 1965 WALTER A. SOWA received a plaque for grateful recognition of 25 years of dedicated service to the Pennsyl­ vania State University. Walter is Professor of Engineering and chairman of the E. E. T. Program at the Wilkes-Barre Campus. He resides in Nanticoke with his wife, Marie. 1966 CLEM GAYNOR is presently the Field Coordinator (coordinating the input of 7 GAO regions) for the Comp­ troller General of the U.S. Task Force on the Dept, of Defense Budget. 1967 MICHAEL A. DZ1AK has been named manager of current technology, manufacturing, a new position at I.B.M. in Endicott. N.Y. He and his wife. Rachael live in Binghamton, N.Y, with their two sons. DAVID E. F0GLIETTA is a caseworker at the Lacka­ wanna County Board of Public Assistance in Scranton, an insurance sales representative, and does comedy writing in his spare time. David is very busy but still feels he has enough lime to keep in touch with his fellow alumni and friends. RAYMOND F. LOWERY, JR. has left the field of public service to pursue a career in private enterprise as an investment counselor. Good tuck Kay. 1968 JULIUS F. HARMS is assistant vice-president and marketing officer at the First National Bank of Oakbrook in Illinois. Julius is also a registered patent attorney. JAMES R. MeGOWAN is principal at Glen Burnie Senior High School. He received his Ph D. in December. 1980 from the University of Maryland Jim lives in Fllicot City, Maryland, with his wife and daughter. VOL. 1. NO. 3 WAYNE A. SITTNER. an art leacher in Kingston (N.Y.) Consolidated Schools and an exhibited artist, is among the 2500 working artists listed in American Artists of Renown, a reference book recently published. Wayne resides in Kingston, N.Y., with his wife and children. HELEN (DUGAN) WORTH is the editor of Pure Facts, a monthly publication by the Feingold Association of the United States, Inc. Helen lives with her husband, MICHAEL, '68. and family in Columbia, Maryland. 1969 JOHN CHOPACK has been admitted to partnership of Peat, Marwick & Mitchell & Co. as a tax partner in Albany, N.Y. John lives with his wife Jane in Loudonville, N.Y. RAYMOND T. DOWNEY has been named vice-presi ­ dent by Chemical Bank. Ray has been with Chemical Bank since 1975. He lives in Rocky Point, N.Y. with his wife Sharon and their three children. L JOY (GEIDA) DZWILEFSKY is a teacher's aid at the Nassau Spackenkill School and also runs the library at Poughkeepsie Day School one day a week. MARTIN J. NAPARSTECK is a faculty member at Empire State College in Rochester. N.Y., where he teaches creative writing and journalism. His second novel, A Hero's Welcome, was recently published by Leisure Books. Keep up the good work, Marty. 1970 JOSEPH M. BLAZOSEK, attorney, recently announced the formation of a new law association for the general practice of law under the title of Cefalo and Associates. Joe is the former Project Coordinator for Luzerne County Redevelopment. He, his wife Elaine, and their two child­ ren. Michael and David, live in Avoca. Pa. ANDREW J. CASPER is a sanitary engineer in charge of the potable water, domestic wastewater, and industrial wastewater treatment plants for the Homer Laughlin China Co. in Newell. West Virginia. ROBERT A. DRUMMOND is a senior electronics engineer with the Wagner Division of McGraw Edison Corporation in Weatherly, Pa. Bob lives with his wife and two children in Hazleton, Fa. WILLIAM A, MARCHESE has joined the Dental Asso­ ciates at the Wyoming Valley Mall as a periodontist. Dr. Marchese lives in Old Forge. Fa. DAVID D. ROBERTS. M.D., is with the Connecticut ENT and Facial Plastic Surgery Associates in Essex Connecticut, and also has a private practice in Middle­ town. Conn. EVELYN (KUNIGEU ZARYCHTA along with her husband designed and built a two-story house to which they plan to add solar heating with wind generation. The Zarychtas have three children and live in Wescosville. Pa. 1971 DAV ID KASCHAK. former head baseball coach and assistant football coach at Wilkes has joined Rawlings Sporting Goods as a pro division-northeastern sales representative Good luck in your new position Dave. ALUMNUS 1 �/' JOANN (KONDEK) KATUNA is vice-president of Jean King, Inc. She and her husband, Elliot, recently opened a new store at the Viewmont Mall in Scranton. Our wishes for your continued success, Joann. CAROL (HOFFNER) LAVERY was recently elected president of the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape. Carol is also the executive director of Luzerne County Women Organized Against Rape. Congratulations, Carol. PAULINE KMETZ was recently married to Allan E. Makowski. Pauline is an art instructor for the Wyoming Valley West School District. LINDA | LANZONE) THIER is a housewife enjoying her plants and hobbies after working as a faculty secretary in the Wilkes College Nursing Department. Linda, we envy you. Linda's husband, WILLIAM, 71, is an employ­ ment interviewer with the Office of Employment Security in Wilkes-Barre. 1972 CAROL (MANARA) CLARK has recently been promot­ ed to computer information specialist with Wakefair Food Corporation. Carol is now living in Matawan, New Jersey. BRUCE E. GOVER was recently promoted to VicePresident and Regional Trust Manager of the Northeastern Bank of Pennsylvania. Bruce and his wife ELIZABETH (CLEMENTS), 73, are the proud parents of another baby boy, R. Clements Gover. They along with their other son, Bruce, Jr., reside in Lehman. Pa. HELEN MACLELLAN has been named to “Who's Who in the East." Helen is currently a technical information specialist in the Office of Planning, Analysis and Evalua­ tion, Office of the Director with the National Institutes of Health. Congratulations, Helen. ARLENE SL’CHESKI was married on December 5, 1981. to Attorney Marc M. Baldwin of Mount Holly, NewJersey. Her husband is a partner with the law firm Parker, McCay and Criscuolo. 1973 ALARY G. BRANIGAN was recently in Paris, France for both study and enjoyment. Brandy is a Resource Room Specialist for the Philadelphia School District. RICHARD N. JONES was promoted to trust auditor with the Pennsylvania National Bank and Trust Co. Richard and his wife Brenda reside in Pottsville, Pa. ANDREW (DREW) M. KLEMISH was recently married to Sandra Spooner. Drew is a casualty underwriter at Royal Insurance Co. The newlyweds are living in Wyoming, Pa. ROBERT P. MATLEY has joined the Hanover Bank of Pennsylvania as Vice-President in the Commercial Loan Dept. Bob and his wife, Trudy, live in Forty Fort. RICHARD MENDELSOHN, a vocational counselor with Manpower Operations, has notified us that he has decided to become a minister. He is pursuing the ordina­ tion process of the United Methodist Church and intends to do counseling and youth work. We wish him the best in his new career. ETHEL (SHANNON) SHERMAN and her husband, Terry, are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, Sarah Eileen. The Shermans also have a twin son, Matthew James, and daughter, Rebecca Anne. The family resides in Avoca, Pa 1974 ANDREA BOGL’SKO, concert pianist, was a soloist in the Saturday Concert Series at Tiffany Falls recently. In addition Io being an active member of several music guilds and associations and owner of a music store in Wilkes-Barre, Andrea is married and the mother of a 3-year-old daughter. ANNE MARIE CUSICK received her Master of Arts( in Music from graduate work done at West Chester Stale College and Marywood College. She is an elementary music specialist in the Scranton School District and a professional musician in northeastern Pennsylvania. 2 ALUMNUS DORIS DOBRANSKI is a Social and Rehabilitation Services Counselor with the Dept, of Health and Rehabili­ tative Services in Orlando, Florida. She is also part of the medical inspection team monitoring the care of medical recipients in nursing homes. RICHARD FINKELSTEIN is an assistant professor of stage design at the University of Cincinnati. He recently designed the premiere of Adrienne Kennedy’s new play, A Lancashire Lad. MICHELE KOTCHICK received her masters degree from the University of Scranton. Michele is a reading specialist in the Hanover Area Junior-Senior High School, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. LEONARDIA D. MARUSAK was recently married to Edward B. Karpovitz. Congratulations! THOMAS J. MAUGER is the director of Management Information Systems for Chicago Tube and Iron, Chicago, Illinois. Tom and his wife, KINGA (NIEMENSKI) 75 live in Western Springs, Illinois. DR. GEORGE REAVY, an associate professor of finance and economics at the University of Scranton, has been appointed to the State Registration Board of Professional Engineers in Pennsylvania. George was also the instructor for a financial labor economist workshop recently held at Luzerne County Community College. ANN SADONICK was recently married to Michael Koch. The Koch's are teaching the Transcendental Medi­ tation Technique in Berkeley, California. DR. JOSEPH E. STELLA recently announced his asso­ ciation with the Lackawanna Medical Group in the prac­ tice of Family Medicine. CHRISTOPHER E. UNGER of Bath, Pa., joined the staff of John A. Turtzo, Inc., Realtors. He will be special­ izing in residential and commercial real estate sales. BARBARA ANN YANCHUK was recently married to Dr. John S. Misiewicz, who is a chiropractor in Parlin, New Jersey. Barbara is working for Johnson and Johnson Corporate Headquarters in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The couple resides in Sayreville, New Jersey. 1975 RAYMOND GUSTAVE lives in Centreville, Virginia with his wife and children, Ashley and Hilary. ANASTASIA KELLY-KIDA has a new daughter, Erin, born on September 30, 1981. Congratulations, Stacy. ROBERT G. LEHMAN recently married Melanie Hen­ dershot of Fort Pierce, Florida. Bob has been a Systems Engineer with Pan American World Airways at Cape Canaveral since graduation. The couple resides in Mel­ bourne, Florida. REGINA (BANICK) LIEB is the Assistant Director of Medical Records at the Westchester County Medical Center in Valhalla, New York. JAMES V. O'CONNELL, JR. was recently married to Jane Ann Dukes. Jim is a mental retardation aid at the White Haven Center in White Haven, Pa. SALL^ (KANNER) SEASOCK is the proud mother of son, John Joseph, born June 17, 1981. Sally and her husband, John, reside in Harrisburg, Pa. KEVIN SHAUGHNESSY is Assistant Principal at the National Iron Ore Company, Mano Staff School, Mano River, Liberia, West Africa. STANLEY S. STAVINSKI received his Ph.D. in Biolog­ ical Chemistry at Ohio State University, He has accepted a position with Rohrn and Haas Company Research Laboratories in Springhouse, Pa. Stan and his wife Patricia, reside in Hatfield, Pa. KAREN CONSIDINE, residing in Queens Village, New York, has been appointed Director of Exploring with the Boy Scouts of America in Nassau County. She recently attended the National Boy Scout Jamboree at Fort Hill Fredericksburg, Virginia, serving as Director of Youth Activities. WILLIAM P. KALISH was recently married to Bonnie Jean Williams, Bill and his wife are employed as registered nurses al Geisinger Medical Center and are residing in Danville, Pa. 5 JEANNE (NORCROSS) KRAVITZ is an associate librarian in the reference department of the Eugene Shedden Farley Library at Wilkes College. DONALD KRETCHMER received the degree of doctor of podiatric medicine from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Don plans a residency at Oxford Hospital in Philadelphia. MICHAEL MERCINCAVAGE received his M.A.D. from Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, Virginia. Michael and DEBRA (SERNIAK) 75 have two children, Lauren Marie and Michael Aaron. Mike is the Assistant Controller at Children's Sea Shore House in Philadelphia. ROBYN WALSH, budget coordinator for NPW Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, was the vocational speaker at a meeting of the Wyoming Chapter of the American Busi­ ness Women's Association. ROBERT N. YANOSHAK received the degree of Doctor of Osteopathy from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. PETER C. ZUBRITSKY has accepted a new position in the Office of Student Affairs at Robert Morris College in Pittsburgh. He is also the Director of Testing and Tutoring Services, counselor, and an instructor of Psychology. In addition, Pete is still a part-time instructor of Psychology and Education in the evening division of Allegheny County Community College. Although Commencement 1981 is only six months past, the Office of Alumni Relations is already planning for May 23, 1982, when, for the third time, the College will honor two Alumni who have distinguished themselves by achieving prominence in their respective fields. They will follow in the footsteps of “Distinguished Young Alumnus” recipient Dan F. Kopen and the Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award” recipient J. Warren Blaker, who received the initial awards in 1980, and Stephen A. Keiper and Joseph P. Lord, who were presented their awards in 1981. Each year, the National Executive Alumni Committee reviews the nomination forms received from the Alumni body and College Faculty and Staff. Interested Alumni who desire to nominate themselves or others for 1982 awards should complete the Nomination Forms contained in this issue of the Alumnus. The two awards are described below: Name of Award: THE EUGENE S. FARLEY MEMORIAL ALUMNI AWARD Criteria for Selection: The recipient of this award is to be an alumnus/a of any degree program at Wilkes College who epitomizes the characteristics of an educated person. An educated person seeks truth, for without truth there can be no understanding; 1977 VALERIE BALESTER is a graduate student at Pennsyl­ vania State University, where she also teaches English Composition. ATTY. DAVID CHERUNDOLO announced that he will maintain offices at the Scranton National Bank Build­ ing. David lives in Old Forge, Pa. RUTH (McKALIPS) DIESTELMEIER is the proud mother of a daughter, Karin Beth, who was born on July 19, 1981. She also has a son, Christopher Ryan. NEAL EVANS is a fourth grade science and math teach­ er at the Dr. Kistler Elementary School in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. He also coached the girls' basketball team to a confer­ ence championship last year. MANUEL J. EVANS was recently married to Elaine M. Romanowski. He is a certified public accountant with the firm of Snyder and Clemente. The couple will reside in Larksville, Pa. JOHN M. HENRY was recently married to Anne B. Osborn. John is self-employed as a real estate agent for Century 21. The couple will reside in Dorrance, Pa. SUZANNE J. MASLOSKI was recently married to Charles Krommes, Jr. She also earned her masters degree at Wilkes this year. She is employed as the third grade teacher at North End Elementary Catholic School. The couple will reside in Plains, Pa. JOSEPH MATTEO was the director and conductor of the final concert in the Saturday Concert Series at Tiffany Falls recently. He has arranged and composed works that have been performed by major ensembles and orchestras. ROBERT KARL SCHAEFER recently earned a Master of Science degree in Physics at the University of Delaware. / 1976 CHEUNG was recen||y married |(| Cahermr Wwng. William received his D.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in May and is a General Practice Ee-.ident in the Dental Care Center at the Univer- NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR OUTSTANDING ALUMNI 1978 HENRY JOHN BOBBIN was recently married to Pa* trice Marie Hallas. Henry is teaching in Raleigh County, West Virginia, The couple will reside in Mount Hope, West Virginia, possesses vision, for vision precedes all great attainments; is aware of the diversity of ideas and beliefs that exist among people; has faith in the power of ideals to shape the lives of people; knows that progress requires intellectual vigor, moral courage, and physical endurance; cultivates inner resources and spiritual strength, for they enrich our daily living and sustain us in times of crisis; has ethical standards which form the basis for creating and maintaining personal and public relationships; respects the religious convictions of all; participates constructively in the social, economic, cultural, and political life of the community; communicates ideas in a manner that assures understanding, for understanding unites us all in our search for truth. Restrictions: Candidates for this award may not be: 1. current officers of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, 2. immediate past president of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, ALUMNUS 3 �3. employees of Wilkes College, 4. trustees of Wilkes College. Presentation; The award will be presented by the President of the Wilkes College Alumni Association at the annual Commencement. The recipient MUST be present. Name of Award: THE DISTINGUISHED YOUNG ALUMNUS/A AWARD Criteria for Selection: The recipient of this award shall be an alumnus/a of any degree program at Wilkes College who has graduated in the ten-year period immediately preceding the award. The award shall be presented to that graduate who best exemplifies the traditions of Wilkes College such as: NOMINATION FORM the distinguished young alumnus/a award Name of Candidate: Home Address: Business Address: Graduating Class: Undergraduate Degree and Major: Present Occupation:--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------- --------------- .. . vision .. . understanding of people Reasons for Placing the Candidate in Nomination: (Please be specific in reference to the criteria contained in the accompanying description. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.) .. . maintenance of convictions and loyalty . . . respect for differences . . . adherence to ideals that create unity and good will amidst diversity. Restrictions: Candidates for this award may not be: 1. 2. 3. 4. current officers of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, immediate past president of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, employees of Wilkes College, trustees of Wilkes College. Selection: The recipient of this award will be selected by the Wilkes College Alumni Executive Committee from nominees evaluated at the winter meeting of the Committee. Presentation: The award will be presented by the President of the Wilkes College Alumni Association at the annual Commencement. The recipient MUST be present. All Wilkes College alumni are encouraged to participate in the process by nominating candidates for the awards. To facilitate selection, all nominations must be made on the accompanying nomination forms and returned to: ALUMNI AWARDS Office of Alumni Relations Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18766 The deadline for receipt of nominees is January 15, 1982. All information on nomination forms will be kept strictly confidential. Class: t ALUMNUS Name of Sponsor: ALUMNUS 5 �NOMINATION FORM THE EUGENE S. FARLEY MEMORIAL ALUMNI AWARD Name of Candidate: Home Address: Business Address: Graduating Class: Undergraduate Degree and Major:. Present Occupation: Reasons for Placing the Candidate in Nomination: (Please be specific in reference to the criteria contained in the accompanying description. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.) GAIL M. BULZONE was recently married Io Atty. w.ilcr H. Killian. She is employed in the marketing division of AMP Incorporated. Gail and her husband will reside in Harrisburg, Pa. CYNTHIA RUTH CASEY was recently married to JAMES R. STABILE, 76. They will reside in New Jersey. PAMELA SUE DALE was recently married to Anthony lolm Piazza. She is employed al Moses Taylor Hospital as a registered nurse in the medicaUsurgical department. The couple will reside in West Pittston, Pa. KIM DUBOSKI has recently accepted the position of coordinalor/dispatcher for Racal-Milgo Inc. Kim resides in New Jersey. DAVID GREGROW is an assistant director of admis­ sions at Wilkes College. JOHN J. MACK has been recently appointed to the faculty of Allegheny College as an Economics instructor. ELIZABETH ANN MALINOWSKI has recently earned a Master of Science degree in Biology at Shippensburg State College. MARY BETH PHILLIPS was recently married to Arch J, Ertz. She is employed by the Kirby Health Center Laboratory as a laboratory technologist. The couple is residing in Plymouth, Pa. DR. DEBORAH A. PINCOFSKI is practicing family medicine in Abington, Pa., with the Weiner and Werther Medical Associates. PATRICIA LOUISE SEBRING has recently earned a Master of Science degree in Biology at East Stroudsburg State College. She is employed as an environmental engineer with Bechtel Corporation. ANTHONY and CHRISTINE (HUDAK, '77) SHIPULA are the proud parents of a daughter, Jennifer Ann. The family resides in New Britain, Connecticut. DR. CYNTHIA ANN SOLOMON has opened an office for internal medicine in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Dauphin County Medical Society. JONATHAN SZOSTEK was recently married to Debra Ann Pezletto. He is self-employed. The couple will reside in Old Forge, Pa. MARK A. ZAVOY was recently promoted to full lieu­ tenant in the U.S. Navy. He is presently serving aboard the U.S.S. Stein, home port at San Diego, California. 1979 SCOTT H. BELL was recently married to Judith Ann Washinsky. Scott is a production supervisor for Marcal Paper Mills in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The couple will reside in Clifton, New Jersey. KATHLEEN J. O’MALLEY was recently married to Stephen S. Bolinski. MICHAEL H. COOK has joined Merril, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc., as an account executive in WilkesBarre. ROSA KHALIFE was married to Paul J. McCracken, Jr. Rosa is on the teaching staff of St. Peter and Paul School in Plains, Pa. She and her husband reside in West Pittston. MARK RUTKOWSKI was married to Ellen Lynn Ever­ ett recently. Mark is employed by WNEP-TV and lives with his wife in Nanticoke, Pa. JEANNIE SWARTZ was recently married to Norbert onnell, owner of Norbert R. Corrigan Plumbing and Heating in Hazleton. Pa. KIM M. WOLNY received her M.P.A. degree from or icastcrn University in June. Kim is the Assistant •rector for Fiscal Affairs at the Continuing Education Center of the University of Virginia. Name of Sponsor: 6 ALUMNUS 1980 F. FIELD, a resident in the Family Practice 01 Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, was recently in ricd Io SANDRA LEIGH R1CIIELM1, 78. Sandra is Class: CnriM < ycar al ,he Dickinson School of Law in Slc' I he couple resides in Whilehall, Pa. D.JUST la.PETER The couple is JeX'gin Dup™"'pa. SUSAN ISAACS has a paper accepted (or presentation in a poster session at the National Council on Family Relations Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. LT, JOEL P. KANE, USMC was married recently to FMoTFiJrida.'5 “ "a™8 ” NAS DR JOHN N. MENIO, who is employed at the United Health and Hospital Service in Kingston, was recently married to Mary Alice Hogan. The couple resides in Luzerne, Pa. GERALD W. MILLER, a child care worker for Volun­ teers of America, married Theresa Kenzakoski recently. FRED PIERANTONI, III, a law student at Temple Law School in Philadelphia, is a legal intern serving with District Attorney Chester B. Muroski. Fred's duties include legal research and writing and assisting in criminal investigation and trial preparation. DRENA (GRAINEY) SACCHITELLA is senior secretary at the School of Music, Syracuse University. Congratula­ tions on your marriage and new job. SUSAN L. SEARLES is teaching kindergarten at Rosa Lee Easter Elementary School in Houston, Texas. Sue wanted to know if anyone wants to relocate — there are still some openings in the elementary school. SUSAN M. SUCHANIC is a first grade teacher at Saint Ignatius School in Yardley, Pa. MARK UNGVARSKY was married recently to Janine Souchak. Mark is a provider auditor with Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania. DEBRA ANN YATKO married KEITH J. AUGUS­ TINE, 79, recently. Debbie is employed at Llewellyn and McKane, Inc., of Wilkes-Barre, and Keith is a register­ ed nurse in the Cardiac Intensive* Care Unit of WilkesBarre General Hospital. 1981 MARLA BRODSKY is the Student Activities Director and Head Resident Director at Brandywine College in Del­ aware. LISA CHARNICHKO was recently married to Robert Thomas Castellani. She is employed in the intensive care unit of Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. JOE CIPRIANI is attending Wichita State University where he is pursuing his Masters degree in Community Psychology. DAWN EVANS was recently married to Michael G. Faldowski. The couple will reside in Adelanto, California. DONALD J. JONES is presently employed by the LakeLehman School District. PAUL C. KANNER is presently employed by the St. Michael's School for Boys as a community based child care worker (Group Home Program). He resides in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. STEPHANIE PEYTON is presently employed by the Duke University Hospital and resides in Durham, North Carolina. EDWARD ROMANOWSKI was recently married to Cornelia Palmer Conyngham. He is associated with the firm of Parente, Randolph. Orlando, Carey and Associates in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. PATRICIA SPARLOW is employed by the Penn's Woods Girl Scout Council as the Director of Communtcalions. KAREN A. SUPKOSKI recently married DAVID J. McELWEE, '77. Karen is employed as a staff nurse in 1CU at Gcisinger Medical Center. David is employed by Equitable Life Insurance as an insurance agent. The couple resides in Bloomsburg, Pa. JANET A. VIERBUCHEN is employed as a registered nurse al the Duke University Medical Center. She resides in Durham, North Carolina. nnn memoriamJ IN MEMORIAM KAROLINA F. HAHN, 78, of Kingston, Pa., died unexpectedly in September. She was an elementary’ teacher in the Wyoming Valley West School District. While at Wilkes, she was president of Theta Delta Rho sorority and chosen for “Who's Who in American Univer­ sities and Colleges." Karolina was an active member of the Alumni Association and worked on several Wilkes College Homecoming Committees. She was also a member of the Wilkes College Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa. Our deepest sympathy is extended to her family. We will all miss Karolina's cheerful smile at our alumni meetings. Our condolences are extended to MR. AND MRS. ROGER BEARDE on the passing of their son, Roger, Jr. Roger, Sr., was basketball coach at Wilkes College from 1971-1979. We are indeed sorry’ to learn of your loss. Contributions to the College or to a Class Fund in mem­ ory of deceased friends or relatives are always appreciated. Gifts will be acknowledged to the donor and a memory card sent to the family of the deceased. Contributions and inquiries may be sent to Wilkes College Alumni Office, Weckesser Hall, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. ATTENTION PARENTSl If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, pleaseclip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. THE WILKES COLLEGE connection FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 ALUMNUS 7 �HISTORICAL MEMORABILIA NEEDED Alfred S. Groh, Director of Cultural Affairs at Wilkes, is compiling information to be included in a history of the first fifty years of the College. He is in need of additional memorabilia, and is requesting that Alumni who have prints, slides, or negatives of pictures depicting the history of Wilkes and who are willing to share those items to contact him. He promises to return anv items in their original state once he uses them, if requested. The Alumni Office received a visit from Reese Pelton '48 some time ago. Many of you recall that Reese was the Alumni operation here at the College and edited the Alumnus in its formative years. Reese brought with him extra copies of those early publications, and they have been shared with Al Groh. Al feels, however, that much more material is in the hands, or attics, or shoe boxes of many Alumni and that material could contribute substantially to the history he is developing. So, if any readers have such information and will share it with Al, send it to: Alfred S. Groh, Director of Cultural Affairs, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. He will certainly appreciate it. A Dream Fulfilled A second campaign meeting was held on the campus of the University of Maryland and arranged by Michael Worth ‘6S. who serves as Director of Development at the University. Shown before dinner are (seated, left to right! Isabel (Ecker) McMahon '53, Susan (Sicherman) Balistocky '72. Dr. Jessie Roderick '56, Helen (Dugan) Worth '6S. and Nancy (Fisher) Richards; (standing, left to right) Dr George McMahon ‘53. Michael Worth '68. Dr. Thomas Kelly '69. Dean of External Affairs: Thomas Richards '69. Christopher Loesch '61, and John Murtha '52. Our roving photographer was present at Residence Hall campaign meetings held recently in Philadelphia and D.C.Maryland, and provided us with these pictures. Periodic updates on both the Residence Hall funding campaign and the progress of the construction will appear in future issues of the Quarterly/A lumnus. RESIDENCE HALL CAMPAIGN PROGRESSES Major strides are being made in the campaign to raise funds for the College's newest building project, the Residence Hall currently under construction at the corner of South River and East Northampton Streets. The facility, which will cost in excess of 53 million, will provide housing for 205 students on four floors. One facet of the Alumni involvement is the identification of key Alumni in various geographical areas such as New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Cleveland, Chicago, and Pittsburgh. These key Alumni are being systematically visited by President Capin and Dean of External Affairs Thomas Kelly. During those visits, corporate and foundation visits are also scheduled, and the "Wilkes College Story" is presented for their consideration. As of this writing, more than 5770,000 in pledges have been secured toward the goal of $1.2 million in short-term funds. These pledges, which have come largely from Trustees and Alumni, will be payable during the five-year period 1983 through 1987. Gift opportunities still exist through the program of Named Areas and Memorial Gifts, including the naming of a room (510,000), the naming of offices (515,000), the naming of a suite of 8 ALUMNUS Your Wilkes necktie. At the Philadelphia meeting held on the campus of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Howard Lander '67, (leftI and Lou Davis '60, are shown selecting prospect cards to be solicited. rooms (525,000), among others. Alumni interested in the possibilities of Named and Memorial Gifts are asked to contact Dr. Kelly or President Capin. Dr. Kelly also called attention to a rather novel gift-giving suggestion for the Alumnus/a who has accumulated savings whereby the interest from the principal can be earmarked for the College during the campaign years 1983 through 1987. Under this plan, the College would benefit by receiving the five years' of interest at the end of 1987, while the Alumnus/a would retain the original principal invested. "This plan." commented Kelly, "is especially favorable to those individuals who would like to help the College in this endeavor and who have been saving for a special purpose such as a child's education or their own retirement." Being c.. One Leading Edge Rich Navy Blue with Gold Wilkes. In perfect taste for any outfit. By Wilma Hurst Only $10 plus $1.25 for packing and shipping. ALUMNI OFFICE Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18766 I j Please send me_____ neckties neckties£@ $11.25 each including packing and shipping. Enclosed is my check, payable to Wilkes College, for $ Name. Address City State By Jane Mangcmelta The year was 1946 when Doris Gorka graduated from Nanticoke High School. World War II had recently ended and thousands of veterans were returning home to begin or continue college studies. The scales definitely tipped toward heavy male enrollment during the next several years, but Doris wanted to continue her studies. Encouraged by her parents she decided to register at Wilkes (then Bucknell Junior College.) "I entered College with everything pointing to studying for a career in music, but I enjoyed the sciences too so I concentrated in Biology. That was when I met Dr. Charles Reif, one of the strongest influences in my eventual choice of medicine as a profession.” Dr. Bartuska said, “He recognized my interest and potential and encouraged me to nurture that interest.” Dr. Reif founded a pre-met ; o and soon I was serving as Preside 7e would tour hospitals and labs to become “People conceded that I like research,” says Dr. John Orehotsky. It’s his modest way of admitting that he is at least one of the most active Wilkes faculty members in research and publications. He explains that his field — materials engineering — is a hybrid between chemistry and physics and lends itself to research. He also notes that he uses research to introduce students to concepts 'n a particular aspect of a field or perhaps to a research concept itself. But the gleam in his eyes and the quiet citement in his voice tell you that his e mgs about research go beyond this. As you know that you are talking With a nian wh° loves his work. Research is fascinating,” he says. “It’s tre tracking nature, finding what’s nrn |'|^ Us' There's an excitement with ^’"’hltltes^he miend/’<n0Wn'’'H* Zip fni/\mci”her °1 the engineering faculty ba^gro7n?is^e-Uana,i0nal familiar with environment." At some elusive point in time during this period a dream was born in Doris Gorka's mind . . . she wanted to become a Doctor of Medicine. Although it was 1946, these were days prior to ERA and the philosophy of the liberated woman. Medical schools, she knew, were predominately male. The more she considered the notion the more she became enthusiastic and determined to pursue the dream, and so in 1949 she graduated from Wilkes College and applied to the Medical College of Pennsylvania. She was accepted and left for Philadelphia to begin her studies. She received the Doctor of Medicine Degree in 1954 and between 1953 and 1958 she not only did her internship, residency and fellowship in her specialty (Endocrinolgy) but married Anthony Bartuska and had four daughters (increased to six by 1965). Looking at this list of accomplishments one begins to wonder HOW?? "Everyone asks that," she said smiling, "and the answer is Tony. He was always there, for example I started my internship when our first two children were just toddlers. Tony was stationed at the Philadelphia Naval Base. Interns (Fellows) worked every other night and weekends; can you imagine what it must have been like to finish his work and come home to even more responsibility? It takes someone pretty stable and secure to cont. on pg. 15 undergraduate degree in metallurgy from MIT, a master’s in engineering from Brooklyn Polytechnical and a Ph.D. in solid state science from Syracuse. It enables him to delve into many areas of scientific research, including physics and chemical engineering. But his field of expertise is magnetism, and it is one that has earned him recognition as a researcher and educator. Five fellowships, including one in Portugal, attest to this. And it is in magnetism research that John Orehotsky finds one of the greatest sources of professional satisfaction. “It s ego-flattering to know you’re on the leading edge of something,” he says. “And I’ve been there several times with magnetism." Just this past year he spent several months in Portugal on a Fulbright fellowship and presented some of his work al the First Energy Conference ot Porto of Portugal. He notes that through his fellowships he is able to bring new concepts and techniques back to Wilkes. Wilkes is conducive to faculty research, according to this faculty member, because the opportunity to engage in research exists without the pressure to do so. 1 he engineering professor started his career tn research, has seen both sides ot the com, and prefers the collegiate atmosphere. Although his research at Wilkes began in a modest way (in a small room in the basement), he has enjoyed success. “Wilkes may not have the most sophisticated research equipment,” he says, “but for an institution this size, I think it does quite well. I’m pleased with what I’ve got.” He is also pleased with the success of the students he teaches, many of whom have gone on to complete graduate work in engineering. In fact, according to Dr. Orehotsky, the percentage of Wilkes engineering students who go on to graduate school is equal to that of any major college or university. It’s a statistic that pleases him enormously. “There’s a virtue all its own in associating with students,” he explains. “Their successes become your own.’’ His own career is an ideal blend of research and teaching, both challenging and diverse, important considerations for a man whose curiosity keeps him looking one step beyond the present. He is not one to accept a statement or theory blindly; he prefers to work a theory himself if he has any doubt to its veracity. An example is his on-going interest in the theory that energy, namely hydrogen gas, can be produced from sunlight and water. The concept holds exciting potential: a clean-burning, regenerating fuel derived from an unlimited, inexpensive resource. “The assets weighed on my mind," he recalls, “and 1 had to see if I could do it.” It was a happy day when he saw hydrogen gas coming from a platinum cont. on pg. 14 WINTER 1981 9 *\ �HISTORICAL MEMORABILIA NEEDED A. Dream Fulfilled Alfred S. Groh, Director of Cultural Affairs at Wilkes, is compiling information to be included in a history of the first fifty years of the College. He is in need of additional memorabilia, and is requesting that Alumni who have prints, slides, or negatives of pictures depicting the history of Wilkes and who are willing to share those items to contact him. He promises to return any items in their original state once he uses them, if requested. The Alumni Office received a visit from Reese Pelton ’48 some time ago. Many of you recall that Reese was the Alumni operation here at the College and edited the Alumnus in its formative years. Reese brought with him extra copies of those early publications, and they have been shared with Al Groh. Al feels, however, that much more material is in the hands, or attics, or shoe boxes of many Alumni and that material could contribute substantially to the history he is developing. So, if any readers have such information and will share it with Al, send it to: Alfred S. Groh, Director of Cultural Affairs, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. He will certainly appreciate it. RESIDENCE HALL CAMPAIGN PROGRESSES Major strides are being made in the campaign to raise funds for the College's newest building project, the Residence Hall currently under construction at the comer of South River and East Northampton Streets. The facility, which will cost in excess of $3 million, will provide housing for 205 students on four floors. One facet of the Alumni involvement is the identification of key Alumni in various geographical areas such as New York City, Philadelphia. Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Cleveland, Chicago, and Pittsburgh. These key Alumni are being systematically visited by President Capin and Dean of External Affairs Thomas Kelly. During those visits, corporate and foundation visits are also scheduled, and the "Wilkes College Story" is presented for their consideration. As of this writing, more than S770.000 in pledges have been secured toward the goal of $1.2 million in short-term funds. These pledges, which have come largely from Trustees and Alumni, will be payable during the five-year period 1983 through 1987. Gift opportunities still exist through the program of Named Areas and Memorial Gifts, including the naming of a room ($10,000), the naming of offices ($15,000), the naming of a suite of 8 ALUMNUS A second campaign meeting was held on the campus of the University of Maryland and arranged by Michael Worth '6S. who serves as Director of Development at the University. Shown before dinner are (seated, left to right) Isabel (Ecker) McMahon '53, Susan (Sicherman) Balistocky '72, Dr. Jessie Roderick '56, Helen (Dugan) Worth '68, and Nancy (Fisher) Richards; (standing, left to right) Dr George McMahon '53. Michael Worth '68, Dr. Thomas Kelly '69, Dean of External Affairs; Thomas Richards '69. Christopher Loesch '61. and John Murtha '52. Our roving photographer was present at Residence Hall campaign meetings held recently in Philadelphia and D.C.Maryland, and provided us with these pictures. hi I JI < I At the Philadelphia meeting held on the campus of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Howard Lander '67. lieft) and Lou Davis '60, are shown selecting prospect cards to be solicited. rooms ($25,000), among others. Alumni interested in the possibilities of Named and Memorial Gifts are asked to contact Dr. Kelly or President Capin. Dr. Kelly also called attention to a rather novel gift-giving suggestion for the Alumnus/a who has accumulated savings whereby the interest from the principal can be earmarked for the College during the campaign years 1983 through 1987. Under this plan, the College would benefit by receiving the five years' of interest at the end of 1987, while the Alumnus/a would retain the original principal invested. "This plan," commented Kelly, "is especially favorable to those individuals who would like to help the College in this endeavor and who have been saving for a special purpose such as a child's education or their own retirement." Periodic updates on both the Residence Hall funding campaign and the progress of the construction will appear in future issues of the Quarterly/Alumnus. Your Wilkes necktie. By Jane Manganella The year was 1946 when Doris Gorka graduated from Nanticoke High School. World War II had recently ended and thousands of veterans were returning home to begin or continue college Studies. The scales definitely tipped toward heavy male enrollment during the next several years, but Doris wanted to continue her studies. Encouraged by her parents she decided to register at Wilkes (then Bucknell Junior College.) "I entered College with everything pointing to studying for a career in music, but I enjoyed the sciences too I concentrated in Biology. That was when I met Dr. Charles Reif, one of the strongest influences in my eventual choice of medicine as a profession.” Dr. Bartuska said, "He recognized my interest and potential and encouraged me to nurture that interest." Dr. Reif founded a pre-med club and soon I was serving as President. We would tour hospitals and labs just to become Being on the Boding Edge Rich Navy Blue with Gold Wilkes. In perfect taste for any outfit. By Wilma Hurst Only $10 plus $1.25 for packing and shipping. ALUMNI OFFICE Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18766 Please send me______ neckties @ $11.25 each including packing and shipping. Enclosed is my check, payable to Wilkes College, for $____________ Name. Address City State Zip “People conceded that I like research,” says Dr. John Orehotsky. It’s his modest xvay of admitting that he is at least one of the most active Wilkes faculty members in research and publications. He explains that his field — materials engineering — is a hybrid between chemistry and physics and lends itself to research. He also notes that he uses research to introduce students to concepts ln a Particular aspect of a field or perhaps to a research concept itself. But the gleam in his eyes and the quiet xcitement in his voice tell you that his rings about research go beyond this. As whhPea'<S’ you know that you are talking “d man who >oves his work. lik^Sch is ^cinaling,” he says. ‘‘It’s nm. r i nature, finding what’s nmi,r Us‘ There’s an excitement with dd’ng inl0 the unknown that st»nulatcs the mind.” for m.Lrn^er ol the engineerin'’, It’cultv ,o .I decade, his own edm-ilkm.il ground is diverse — an familiar with environment." At some elusive point in time during this period a dream was born in Doris Gorka's mind . . . she wanted to become a Doctor of Medicine. Although it was 1946, these were days prior to ERA and the philosophy of the liberated woman. Medical schools, she knew, were predominately male. The more she considered the notion the more she became enthusiastic and determined to pursue the dream, and so in 1949 she graduated from Wilkes College and applied to the Medical College of Pennsylvania. She was accepted and left for Philadelphia to begin her studies. She received the Doctor of Medicine Degree in 1954 and between 1953 and 1958 she not only did her internship, residency and fellowship in her specialty (Endocrinolgy) but married Anthony Bartuska and had four daughters (increased to six by 1965). Looking at this list of accomplishments one begins to wonder HOW?? "Everyone asks that," she said smiling, "and the answer is Tony. He was always there, for example I started my internship when our first two children were just toddlers. Tony was stationed at the Philadelphia Naval Base. Interns (Fellows) worked every other night and weekends; can you imagine what it must have been like to finish his work and come home to even more responsibility? It takes someone pretty stable and secure to cont. on pg. 15 undergraduate degree in metallurgy from MIT, a master's in engineering from Brooklyn Polytechnical and a Ph.D. in solid state science from Syracuse. It enables him to delve into many areas of scientific research, including physics and chemical engineering. But his field of expertise is magnetism, and it is one that has earned him recognition as a researcher and educator. Five fellowships, including one in Portugal, attest to this. And it is in magnetism research that John Orehotsky finds one of the greatest sources of professional satisfaction. It s ego-flattering to know you’re on the leading edge of something, ’ he says. And I’ve been there several times with magnetism.” Just this past year he spent several months in Portugal on a Fulbright fellowship and presented some ol his work at the First Energy Conterence ot Porto of Portugal. He notes that through his fellowships he is able to bring new concepts and techniques back to \\ likes. Wilkes is conducive to faculty research, according to this faculty member, because the opportunity to engage in research exists without the pressure to do so. 1 he engineering professor started his career in research, has seen both sides ot the Win. and prefers (he collegiate atmosphere. \lthough his research at Wilkes began in a modest way (in a small room m the basement), he has enjoyed success. “Wilkes max not have the most sophisticated research equipment,” he says, “but for an institution this size, I think it does quite well. I’m pleased with what I’ve got.” He is also pleased with the success of the students he teaches, many of whom have gone on to complete graduate work in engineering. In fact, according to Dr. Orehotsky, the percentage of Wilkes engineering students who go on to graduate school is equal to that of any major college or university. It’s a statistic that pleases him enormously. “There’s a virtue all its own in associating with students,” he explains. “Their successes become your own." His own career is an ideal blend of research and teaching, both challenging and diverse, important considerations for a man whose curiosity keeps him looking one step beyond the present. He is not one to accept a statement or theory blindly; he prefers to work a theory himself if he has any doubt to its veracity. An example is his on-going interest in the theory that energy, namely hydrogen gas, can be produced from sunlight and water. The concept holds exciting potential: a clean-burning, regenerating fuel derived from an unlimited, inexpensive resource. “The assets weighed on my mind." he recalls, “and I had to see if I could do it.” It was a happy day when he saw hydrogen gas coming from a platinum conf on pg. 14 WINTER 1981 9 �Since the last issue of the Quarterly, the Sordoni Gallery has had two exhibits, and conducted an out of town tour for “Friends of the Gallery." "A RANGE OF CONTEMPORARY DRAWINGS” and "WILKES-BARRE ARCHITECTURE: ANALYSIS OF A PROJECT” were the two exhibits featured during September and October. Currently the paintings and drawings of Edwin Zoller is in the Gallery and will be on display until November 29. “A New England Safari" had members touring major museums in Boston, Concord and Salem. Earlier in the year members traveled to France for a nine day tour. The gallery is now conducting its annual membership drive and anyone wishing to become a member may do so by contacting the membership chairman at the Gallery. Membership support is crucial to the continued growth in the program of providing the community exhibitions and programs of distinction. Shown at the reception opening the Edwin Zoller exhibit are Roy Morgan and Mrs. Zoller. O theg®,nJteirw *_ £ I > - taaJKgt . A, ND sratsrtswxdWb® by Eddie White III '80 DULIBA COMES HOME Following in the footsteps of 1954 graduate Jim Atherton, who returned his alma mater to serve as basketball coach, now 1975 graduate and former major-league baseball pitcher Bob Duliba "comes home" to become the new head baseball coach of the Colonels. Duliba succeeds Dave Kaschak, Wilkes’ diamond head the past three seasons, who retired to take a sales position with the national sporting goods firm. Rawlings, Inc. Duliba is no stranger to Wilkes baseball. Prior to spending the last four years as head coach at Wyoming Area High School in Exeter, “Ach" was assistant to Gene Domzalski at Wilkes for six seasons. “I’m glad to see Bob back in our program." said Domzalski, now the Director of Career Services at Wilkes 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY feel. J fg_:| —................ „______ Av/M C—3----------------------------------------------------------- after retiring as coach four years ago. "He has a great baseball mind and having been in pro baseball for 20 years, he's seen it all.” Duliba signed a professional contract with the St. Louis Cardinals right out of high school. After spending a few years in the Marines, he came up to the Cards in 1959. In three seasons with St. Louis, he was 6-5 with a 3.00 ERA. He then moved on to the Los Angeles Angels where he was 7-5 with a 2.35 ERA. Bob finished his major-league career with stops in Boston and Kansas City. He says his biggest major-league thrill was getting his first big-league hit to NEW COACH — New Wilkes College basebull coach Bob Duliba (center), class of 1075, looks over the 1082 Colonel diamond card with assistants Hart Hellairs and Jerry Havitz, class of 1075. Cards in the lead, resulting in put the I major-league pitching win. Bob his first most interesting baseball adds that his was "playing along side of ■ ” was the best.” He in pro ball _ in Sh8 minor^where’injars 1967 he was named 'as^t'he Pacific Coast League’s °UWhenndhe8ruti^dtin 1971, Bob came to wilkes to assist Domzalski and earn his undergraduate degree, which he completed in 1975. The Wilkes baseball team was 19-11 last spring under Kaschak and the Colonel diamondmen have recorded a very impressive 106-43 slate over the past six years. NATIONAL “PUB” FOR WILKES, MAYOR MADDEN The national publicity continues to pour in for both Wilkes and its resident Mayor, Tony Madden. Madden, who is the captain of both the football and basketball squads this year, was elected Mayor of Pringle, near Kingston, on November 3. WRESTLING - John Reese, coach December 8:00 A 1 Lehigh 8:00 H 3 Oregon State 1:00 H 5 Navy 8:00 H 9 East Stroudsburg 2:00 A 12 Delaware Valley H 29-30 WILKES OPEN 1981-82 Wilkes College Winter Sports Schedule MEN’S BASKETBALL Jim Atherton, coach November 24 Alvernia H 30 Misericordia H December 3 Delaware Valley A 5 Lycoming A 7 East Stroudsburg A 10 King’s H 12 FDU Madison H January 13 Misericordia A 15 Cabrini H 18 Moravian A 20 Albright A 23 Scranton A 25 Elizabethtown A 27 King’s A 30 Delaware Valley H February 1 Philadelphia Textile H 3 Susquehanna A 6 Lycoming H 8 Muhlenberg A 10 Scranton 1! 13 FDU Madison A IS Bloomsburg St. H 17 Philadelphia Pha irnuicv A 20 Juniata H 26-27 MAC Tournament TUA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) there has never been an a hlete who served as Mayor while still playing When this fact became known, the media blitz was on! Tony has already been mentioned in such national publications as “The Sporting News" and “Sports Illustrated.” He was also the subject of a feature story that went over both the UPI and AP wire services. (Many alumni have written in from across the nation telling us they’ve seen the stories on Tony). A camera crew from New York City was on campus a few months ago to do a feature report on him and that was sent all across the country. Madden will be the subject of a story in an upcoming "Sport” magazine. This fall Tony was the leading receiver on Rollie Schmidt’s grid 7:30 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 3:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:30 8:15 8:15 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 7:30 8:00 January A 6 George Mason H 9 Syracuse A 12 Tennessee A 13 Virginia Tech A 16 Rutgers A 20 Hofstra H 23 Temple A 27 Messiah 30 Southern Connecticut A 31 Harvard/Nebraska Harv. February H 3 Penn State 7 Army/Columbia/ Army St. Lawrence A 10 Bucknell H 13 Lycoming ’I H Franklin & Marshall Lehigh 26-27 EIWA Tourney L 7:30 2:00 7:00 2:00 7:30 8:00 7:30 1:00 12:00 8:00 1:00 8:00 8:00 2:00 March n-13 NCAA Tourney Iowa State swimming — Bob Lewis, coach December 3 1Binghamton State 5 Ursinus 11 King’s 11 Elizabethtown H H ll 7:00 2:00 4:00 4:00 Colonels. He is hoping for another fine year on the hardwoods playing for Jim Atherton’s blue and gold eagers. Who says politics and sports don’t mix? Ask Tony Madden! 1o SWIMMING January 23 Swarthmore 27 Lycoming 30 East Stroudsburg February 3 Susquehanna 6 Lycoming 10 King’s 13 Western Maryland 26 MACs A A H H H A H TBA 2:00 4:00 2:00 2:00 7:00 2:00 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Nancy Roberts, coach December A 6:00 3 Delaware Valley 6:15 H 10 Lafayette H 6:00 12 Marywood January 8-9 Wilkes Letterwomen’s Tourney (Moravian. Drew, Wilkes. H Western Maryland) 7:00 A 13 Moravian A 2:00 16 King’s H 6:30 19 Dickinson 6:00 A 21 Albright 2:00 H 23 Upsala 6:00 A 25 Elizabethtown H 7:00 27 King’s February 1 Philadelphia Textile H 6:15 A 6:00 3 Susquehanna 6:00 A 5 Muhlenberg H 6:00 6 Lycoming 6:30 8 Bloomsburg State A 6:00 H 10 Scranton H 6:30 16 East Stroudsburg H 6:00 20 Juniata I 26-27 MAC Tournament TBA WINTER 1981 11 �11’ A Cornerstone for the Future . . 1 B J Providing Living Space for Tomorrow’s Leaders and Scholars Over 125 alumni, students, friends and community leaders attended Cornerstone Ceremonies on Saturday, October 31 for the 205 unit Wilkes College Residence Hall. President Robert S. Capin, in placing the cornerstone, said, “Education is a major industry in the Wyoming Valley and particularly in the City of WilkesBarre. Construction of this new residence hall is another endorsement offaith that Wilkes has in the city and in the community. ” The residence hall is scheduled for completion in August of 1982 and will enable the College to bring students who are currently housed in off-campus facilities back on to the main campus. The facility will also make it possible for the College to become more energy efficient while reducing maintenance costs. “We continue to witness a vibrant enrollment pattern,” said Capin. “For the past five years the College has maintained itsjulltime enrollment with the demand for residence hall living space rising each year.” President Capin joined Mr. William Conyngham, chairman of the Board of Trustees, in placing the cornerstone. 53 I " * sii Ifgg ■ ■■ t LI I. W*7 :.-3 £ w/ 1 . ><L '$7ffaz r V Homecoming Dick Raspen and his Homecoming Committees welcomed returning Alumni to campus on October 30, 31 and November 1 for the 34th Annual Homecoming. The festivities included dinner-dance, parade, brunches, lunches, football game, crowning of the Queen and (for thejirst time ever) King, a Science Expo, concert, and Gallery exhibits. Some of the people, places and events are here . . . Oh, yes, there was a costume ball. . . LA ‘.J >■ - 'L-' ’ " - gT z Fl i#-' V V-.' ■ . [ r, > V; , i * V1 i. ■ fit 111 * t r 12 I ;A--. WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY " ■ ■ _ < w ft-TtS d WINTER 1981 13 �ana will enable the College to bring students who are currently housed in off-campus facilities back on to the main campus. The facility will also make it possible for the College to become more energy efficient while reducing maintenance costs. “We continue to witness a vibrant enrollment pattern,” said Capin. “For the past five years the College has maintained its full­ time enrollment with the demand for residence hall living space rising each year.” President Capin joined Mr. William Conyngham, chairman of the Board of Trustees, in placing the cornerstone. -.•-...aaw-- :z cc-.i.EGS: �LEADING EDGE com. from pg. 9 cathode, but he also soon saw the problems associated with the project. Poor efficiency and a relatively high production cost are two serious drawbacks. “It’s a nice concept,” he says, “and I enjoyed doing it. But it’s not promising.” However, it cannot be said that the project at this point is pointless, for as Dr. Orehotsky explains, “What 1 wanted to do was try to improve the efficiency. That’s the name of the game in research; if there’s going to be a breakthrough, new materials must be evolved. I don’t expect this thing to take off, because there are natural limits to putting it into practice, but what I may be able to do by working this theory is find a whole new material to use as a catalyst, a novel compound that hasn’t been used before.” It’s another example of “being on the leading edge,” and also of the creativity that is so much a part of scientific research. It’s also characteristic of John Orehotsky. He gazes through the window of his office in Stark Learning Center and observes how the window itself can be the subject of future research. “Everyone knows what such a material is like in the crystalline state, but no one knows what new properties it may exhibit in the amorphous state; there’s a whole new field out there . . .” At this, he sits back, smiles and puts research into perspective as he asks, “Have you ever thought what it must have been like to be Planck (creater of the black body theory) or Einstein, whose work with the photoelectric effect enabled quantum mechanics to fall into place? Short of that kind of talent, we have to be creative in ourselves. In our own smaller way we experience the same joys ” O RALSTON cont. from pg. S to med school. “I got so involved in the needs of Wilkes College that somewhere I guess I decided to forget about becoming a doctor.” In 1955 he took a leave of absence from Wilkes to attend Harvard and Columbia University to complete degree requirements for a Doctor of Philosophy Degree. He completed requirements and came back to Wilkes-Barre to write his dissertation. Helen and George made other plans for the future while he was away at school, and when he returned in 1956, iiiey ?.'ere married by Reverend Jule Ay'-': They recently celebrated their •ec "ng anniversary with their - David. John, Thomas, and c-teran population on camo . croppsd off and younger 1. •..ri.-.-.-rvs- took their places, George on served as the Dean of Men of Student Activities. He ■red a secretary named Peggy ■ = in 1965. Peggy said, “I was r .-■•.■s during that first interview, but I sensed that Dean Ralston was a compassionate man behind a firm exterior" and fifteen years later she knows she was right. “He is exhuberant, has a ready smile and a warm handshake for everyone,” she said. Peggy was with the Dean through the changing scenes of student life on campus, through the student protests of the 60's, and through “Operation Snapback” when Wilkes struggled to come back after the devastation of Hurricane Agnes and the flood of 72. "He was always there," she remembered. “The night before the flood I left him sitting at his desk and said 'Good night, Dean, I’ll probably have to swim to work tomorrow.' 'Tomorrow' was two or three weeks later when the water receded. After I looked at my own home, which was a disaster, I came over to Weckesser Hall, went up to the second floor, and there he was at his desk. For the rest of the summer he was there and on campus every day. He shoveled mud and cleaned 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY RALSTON’S LETTERMEN — (First row, left to right) Robert Waters. John Strojny, Bill Johns. Carl Strye, Ben Dragon. Jack Feeney. Alex Molosh. George McManon. Charles Jackson, Charles Knapp. George Ralston, adviser (Second row. left to right) Janies Reynolds. Howard Ennis, Paul Huff. Olie Thomas. Al Nicholas, Francis Pinkowski, Jack Jones. Norman Cross. Bill Brown. (Third row, left to right) Henry Supinski, Richard Scripp, Gerard Wasnco, George Cross, Richard Cassar. Norman Cromack. Frank Radaszewski, Robert Hall, Robert Shemo. Donald Blankenpush, Harold Anderson. Ed Wheatley. Jerry Wise. Eugene Snee, Thomas Kleback, Robert Hooper, Cyril Kovalchik, Frank Zapotoski, John Semmer, Rigo Lemoncelli, David Davis. and carried.” She also remembers the humor of the student protest days. “One day we were told students were going to stage a sit-in in Weckesser Hall. Well, they did; they were everywhere — on the stairs, in hallways, on floors. I don’t remember what that particular protest was, but they had the habit of calling meetings in the parking lot behind Weckesser Hall. The Dean was advisor to the Student Life Committee on campus, and he spent a lot of time negotiating between the parking lot and Dr. Farley's office.” The community knows George Ralston as a spiritual leader, a consistent humanitarian, a "carer." He is a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Wilkes-Barre, a director of the YMCA, a director of the Wilkes-Barre Recreation Board, a board member of the Salvation Army, and a board member of the WilkesBarre General Hospital. Even these community groups with whom he chooses to be affiliated say much about his devotion to duty and his fellow man. In September, 1959, Dean Ralston addressed the freshman class. The last paragraph, perhaps, is a synopsis of the standards by which he has and will live. Now as I leave you to the whirl of frosh affairs — just one parting word. Remember, — to achieve requires discipline. This is a word we shy away from today, but in a very real sense discipline is synonymous with the individuality that guarantees liberty. In our tradition we must have a certain kind of discipline, self­ discipline. It is what Lord Moulton called "Obedience to the unenforceable." It is the principle of personal conduct — obeying the rules of conduct which no one can be compelled to obey. This sort of discipline sets the moral standard not only of individuals, but of nations. This is the law of cooperation not the competition of acquisitiveness. It is the practice of each contributor to the good of all. If you follow this advice you will learn that our liberal tradition puts the emphasis on duties — not rights. The rights will always follow the performance of duties. Remember this. The world of medicine has Its fair share of great doctors; we at Wilkes are glad we stole one away to be a great Dean. O ' " I coni. from pg- 9 A DReAM “th’that lifestyle. I have been cope f°^tUnat now an Engineer in Manager T°nrinnal Development at RCA in EdUCa rfisc technology, and Dons knew optLCa ther through all their high school eaCh hut never dated until he was home Daughters Ann, Kathy, Lisa, Karen Christina and Mia were born by 1965. no s continued to work through her D fancies and said that Christina was ^approximately 45 minutes after the Doctor gave a lecture to 200 people As the size of the family increased, so Aid the need for another helper who arrived in the person of Mrs. "G." After calling a local agency, Mrs. "G" (the only name we ever used for her) arrived on the scene. I remember one of the first things Mrs. G. told me was that she never staved with a family for more than two vears. That was sometime during the 1950's," said Doris. "She is still with us and has become a part of NC ■ is a temporary condition! By Betsy Bell Condron Do you feel confused, disgruntled, even horrified by all the mail and media information you've been swamped with recently . . . about the new tax laws affecting your charitable giving?! I've felt these emotions; but since sorting out the most important and timely of the tax-savings news, I understand more clearly why the Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981 has been so-named. Whether or not you agree with the major aspects of the new taxes, they were designed after much thought and study . . . with a sincere attempt for equity. There are the gloomy forecasters ("Colleges Could Be the Hardest Hit by Effects of New Tax Laws on Gifts") and the more optimistic ("Charities to Benefit by Tax Revisions"). Whichever way you view the situation, one conclusion is obvious: There will be an increased responsibility upon the donor's own sense of philanthropy. Al Wilkes, there seems to be a genuine desire to suPport the College because of the pleasure or, Per aps, the privilege you feel in being able to P a worthwhile institution stay in business. In ovpCr«h°r^S' moral mandate takes priority DennlJ" mXLdedUCti0n- In the lon8 run, more the C’W11 have more money to spend on things um!7 as Pos*t*ve effects upon our community Wilkes College, for instance! ' mont11 1 wrote a Financial Alert Ain,/1? a,nd sel>t it to some of our constituency. brm-li'1*’' !Ve 's°la'ed a tew facts from that ure for this column, if you would like the F - I. 35 the family." The girls have grown up and are busy pursuing dreams of their Kolo^K ru 3 Ph'D- “ Env'ronmsntal Biology, Kathy teaches at Rosemont Academy in Philadelphia; Lisa has a sIZd R“onal Management and IS attending Officers Training School’ Karen earned her degree from Ursinus; Chris is working toward a degree in Geology at LaSalle and Mia is attending Friends Academy in Germantown, Pennsylvania. To list all the awards, research articles, presentations, and publications for which Dr. Bartuska has been recognized would be impossible, but a listed few may give the reader some idea of how fulfilled is the dream. She received the Christian R. and Mary Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award 1974 . . . Outstanding Educator of America 1975 . . . The Alumnae Achievement Award of the Pennsylvania Medical College. She is included in the listings of the World Who’s Who of Women in Education and the American Biographical Institute Book of Honor and the Distinguished Leaders in Health Care. more complete rundown, please let us know and we'U be glad to send it to you. (You won't have that extra money to spend if you are uninformed.) FACTS-ALERT: The 1981 Tax Act makes sweeping changes affecting not only your post-tstax income, but how you handle investments, retirement funds and estate plans. Since tax brackets are higher in '81 than in '82 or 83, a cunent gift to Wilkes, or any charity, can save you more in taxes than the same donation made next year. (The higher a donor's tax bracket, the greater are the savings.) NUTSHELL: It is probably to your advantage to take as many charitably deductions as possible, now, and try to postpone income until next year when it may be taxed at a lower rate. ••• FACTS-ALERT: This is a good year to make a major deferred or planned gift (trusts, pooled income fund, property, life insurance, stocksbonds, etc.). NUTSHELL: If you establish such a trust this year you'll get the '81 deduction, avoid capital IX property taxes and, possibly, increase your spendable tame. ("Put your trust in money, but put your money in trust." 0. W. Holmes) Dr. Bartuska's parents, Mr.and Mrs. Ed Gorka, still live in Nanticoke, and when we spoke to her father he told us that he'd always encouraged Doris to pursue music because she was an excellent musician but "she said she wanted to be a Doctor and we're now so proud that she is." q MEMORIAL GIFTS to Wilkes College, in any amount, are a lasting tribute to a friend, relative or respected acquaintance . . . and a thoughtful remembrance for special occasions. The gift will be acknowledged promptly with an appropriate card or letter to the donor and to the family of the deceased or the person being honored. BEQUESTS made in your will to Wilkes College, in any amount, give needed support to the high quality of education and service offered our students and the community. tax between spouses will be unlimited. Also, you can make annual, tax-free gifts of 510,000 (formerly 53,000), to as many recipients as you wish. NUTSHELL: It is essential to review your estate plans (wills, trusts, life insurance, pensions, etc.) SOON ... and don't die until after January' 1, 1982. (Couldn't resist!) FACTS-ALERT: The Tax Act also makes changes re your investments (capital gains rates, dividend and interest exclusions, tax exempt interest and interest deductions in ’85). It has substantially affected individual retirement accounts and annuities, and raised Keough limits. NUTSHELL: Don't miss these real advantages! A friend brings me nuggets for this column, and the other day he gave me a Star Wars quote, "Now is the most temporary of conditions". . . appropriate when you remember that tax and estate planning can be vital to you, your family, and Wilkes. We believe that a year-end deferred gift and I or bequest can be a satisfying part of your planning. We’ve mentioned important tax law changes, but if you’d like any tax law clarifications, please call or write me. To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 charitable gifts starting next year - on a gradually increasing scale up to 1986. , XHeSialeriUtX'cWs involved. involved. Ask Ask us and/or your tax advisors. FACTS-ALERT; Most estates will be fr^g federa! gift and e^ ^.}«^^eral S&'^^diOn’13nd,he8ift □ □ 1 am interested in learning more about the Wilkes Planned Giving programs. I wish to record that I have planned a bequest to Wilkes. I would like to receive a Financial Alert Memo. Name Address WINTER 1981 IS �LEADING EDGE cont. from pg. 9 cathode, but he also soon saw the problems associated with the project. Poor efficiency and a relatively high production cost are two serious drawbacks. “It’s a nice concept,” he says, "and I enjoyed doing it. But it’s not promising." However, it cannot be said that the project at this point is pointless, for as Dr. Orehotsky explains, “What I wanted to do was try to improve the efficiency. That’s the name of the game in research; if there’s going to be a breakthrough, new materials must be evolved. I don’t expect this thing to take off, because there are natural limits to putting it into practice, but what I mav be able to do by working this theory is find a whole new material to use as a catalyst, a novel compound that hasn’t been used before." It’s another example of “being on the leading edge,” and also of the creativity that is so much a part of scientific research. It’s also characteristic of John Orehotsky. He gazes through the window of his office in Stark Learning Center and observes how the window itself can be the subject of future research. “Everyone knows what such a material is like in the crystalline state, but no one knows what new properties it may exhibit in the amorphous state; there’s a whole new field out there . . .” At this, he sits back, smiles and puts research into perspective as he asks, “Have you ever thought what it must have been like to be Planck (creater of the black body theory) or Einstein, whose work with the photoelectric effect enabled quantum mechanics to fall into place? Short of that kind of talent, we have to be creative in ourselves. In our own smaller way we experience the same joys.” 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY f°rtunaltnw an Engineer in Manager Tony. , ]-)eveiopment at RCA in Educa!‘d"c technology, and Doris knew °P!1C through all their high school :ach ± other^never dated until he was home each yearirS, bU.mas break from Anapolis and on Chr f ‘Sh™me from Philadelphia. “He she waswe went to a movie and that was called, /were married soon after.” it: we ' born approximately 45 minutes after the Doctorgave a lecture to 200 people D As the size of the family increased, so did the need for another helper who arrived in the person of Mrs. G After calling a local agency, Mrs. G (the only name we ever used for her) arrived on the scene. I remember one of the first things Mrs. G. told me was that she never staved with a family for more than two’vears. That was sometime during the 1950's," said Doris. "She is still with us and has become a part of RALSTON cont. from pg. 8 to med school. "I got so involved in the needs of Wilkes College that somewhere I guess I decided to forget about becoming a doctor." In 1955 he took a leave of absence from Wilkes to attend Harvard and Columbia University to complete degree requirements for a Doctor of Philosophy Degree. He completed requirements and came back to Wilkes-Barre to write his dissertation. Helen and George made other plans for the future while he was away at school, and when he returned in 1956, they were married by Reverend Jule Ayers. They recently celebrated their 25th ■.■'edding anniversary with their children David, John, Thomas, and James. As the veteran population on campus dropped off and younger students took their places, George Ralston served as the Dean of Men and Dean of Student Activities. He also hired a secretary named Peggy Jones in 1965. Peggy said, "I was nervous during that first interview, but I sensed that Dean Ralston was a compassionate man behind a firm exterior" and fifteen years later she knows she was right. "He is exhuberant, has a ready smile and a warm handshake for everyone," she said. Peggy was with the Dean through the changing scenes of student life on campus, through the student protests of the 60’s, and through “Operation Snapback” when Wilkes struggled to come back after the devastation of Hurricane Agnes and the flood of ’72. “He was always there,” she remembered. "The night before the flood I left him sitting at his desk and said ‘Good night, Dean, I'll probably have to swim to work tomorrow.' 'Tomorrow' was two or three weeks later when the water receded. After I looked at my own home, which was a disaster, I came over to Weckesser Hall, went up to the second floor, and there he was at his desk. For the rest of the summer he was there and on campus every day. He shoveled mud and cleaned RFAM co"l ,rom pe 9 A e with that lifestyle- I have been RALSTON S LETTERMEN —(First row, left to right) Rooert Waters. John Strojny, Bill Johns, Carl Strye. Ben Dragon. Jack Feeney, Alex Molosh, George McMahon, Charles Jackson, Charles Knapp. George Ralston, adviser. (Second row. left to rignt) James Reynolds. Howard Ennis. Paul Huff. Olie Thomas, Al Nicholas. Francis Pinkowski, Jack Jones. Norman Cross, Bill Brown. (Third row, left to rignt) Henry Supinski. Richard Scripp, Gerard Washco, George Cross, Richard Cassar, Norman Cromack, Frank Radaszewski, Robert Hall, Robert Shemo, Donald Blankenbush, Harold Anderson. Ed Wheatley, Jerry Wise, Eugene Snee, Thomas Kleback, Robert Hooper, Cyril Kovalchik, Frank Zapotoski, John Semmer, Rigo Lemoncelli, David Davis. and carried.” She also remembers the humor of the student protest days. “One day we were told students were going to stage a sit-in in Weckesser Hall. Well, they did; they were everywhere — on the stairs, in hallways, on floors. I don't remember what that particular protest was, but tliey had the habit of calling meetings in the parking lot behind Weckesser Hall. The Dean was advisor to the Student Life Committee on campus, and he spent a lot of time negotiating between the parking lot and Dr. Farley's office.” The community knows George Ralston as a spiritual leader, a consistent humanitarian, a “carer.” He is a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Wilkes-Barre, a director of the YMCA, a director of the Wilkes-Barre Recreation Board, a board member of the Salvation Army, and a board member of the WilkesBarre General Hospital. Even these community groups with whom he chooses to be affiliated say much about his devotion to duty and his fellow man. In September, 1959, Dean Ralston addressed the freshman class. The last paragraph, perhaps, is a synopsis of the standards by which he has and will live. Now as I leave you to the whirl of frosh affairs — just one parting word. Remember, — to achieve requires discipline. This is a word we shy away from today, but in a very real sense discipline is synonymous with the individuality that guarantees liberty. In our tradition we must have a certain kind of discipline, self­ discipline. It is what Lord Moulton called “Obedience to the unenforceable.” It is the principle of personal conduct — obeying the rules of conduct which no one can be compelled to obey. This sort of discipline sets the moral standard not only of individuals, but of nations. This is the law of cooperation not the competition of acquisitiveness. It is the practice of each contributor to the good of all. If you follow this advice you will learn that our liberal tradition puts the emphasis on duties — not rights. The rights will always follow the performance of duties. Remember this. The world of medicine has Its fair share of great doctors; we at Wilkes are glad we stole one away to be a great Dean. O NOV. is a temporary condition! ■u By Betsy Bell Condron Do you feel confused, disgruntled, even horrified by all the mail and media information you've been swamped with recently . . . about the new tax laws affecting your charitable giving?! I've felt these emotions; but since sorting out the most important and timely of the tax-savings news, I understand more clearly why the Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981 has been so-named. Whether or not you agree with the major aspects of the new taxes, they were designed after much thought and study . . . with a sincere attempt for equity. There are the gloomy forecasters ("Colleges Could Be the Hardest Hit Y Effects of New Tax Laws on Gifts”) and the more optimistic ("Charities to Benefit by Tax Revisions"). Whichever way you view the situation, one conclusion is obvious: There will be an mcreased responsibility upon the donor's own s^se of philanthropy. At Wilkes, there seems to be a genuine desire to support the College because of the pleasure or, Per aps, the privilege you feel in being able to P a worthwhile institution stay in business. In oxj1^01^5' *he moral mandate takes priority * the tax deduction. In the long run, more they e,WI I haVG mOre money to spend on things S as Pos*tive effects upon our community ■ '■*, College, for instance! M m°ntl> ' wrote a Financial Alert Aid,'? , scn* ,l 10 some °f our constituency. bro.?1 Vc isolalcd a facts from that rc lor this column, if you would like the f - 5 the farmly." The girls have grown up and are busy pursuing dreams of theb own: Ann has a Ph.D. in Environmental Biology; Kathy teaches at Rosemont Academy in Philadelphia; Lisa has a ■ egf.ee L” Recreatl0nal Management and is attending Officers Training SchoolKaren earned her degree from Ursinus; Chris is working toward a degree in Geology at LaSalle and Mia is attending Friends Academy in Germantown, Pennsylvania. To list all the awards, research articles, presentations, and publications for which Dr. Bartuska has been recognized would be impossible, but a listed few may give the reader some idea of how fulfilled is the dream. She received the Christian R. and Mary Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award 1974 . . . Outstanding Educator of America 1975 . . . The Alumnae Achievement Award of the Pennsylvania Medical College. She is included in the listings of the World Who’s Who of Women in Education and the American Biographical Institute Book of Honor and the Distinguished Leaders in Health Care. more complete rundown, please let us know and we'll be glad to send it to you. (You won’t have that extra money to spend if you are uninformed.) FACTS-ALERT: The 1981 Tax Act makes sweeping changes affecting not only your post-tax income, but how you handle investments, retirement funds and estate plans. Since tax brackets are higher in '81 than in 82 or 83, a current gift to Wilkes, or any charity, can save you more in taxes than the same donation made next year. (The higher a donor's tax bracket, the greater are the savings.) NUTSHELL: It is probably to your advantage to take as many charitably deductions as possible, now, and try to postpone income until next year when it may be taxed at a lower rate. ••• FACTS-ALERT: This is a good year to make a major deferred or planned gift (trusts, pooled income fund, property, life insurance, stocksbonds, etc.). vain property taxes and, possibly, increase your spendable income. (“Put your trust in money, put your money in trust." 0. W. Holmes) deduct JSZiSZST ’ charitable gifts starting next year-■ on a gradually increasing scale up to 198 . involved. Ask us and/or your tax advisors. Dr. Bartuska's parents, Mr.and Mrs. Ed Gorka, still live in Nanticoke, and when we spoke to her father he told us that he'd always encouraged Doris to pursue music because she was an excellent musician but "she said she wanted to be a Doctor and we're now so proud that she is." o MEMORIAL GIFTS to Wilkes College, in any amount, are a lasting tribute to a friend, relative or respected acquaintance . . . and a thoughtful remembrance for special occasions. The gift will be acknowledged promptly with an appropriate card or letter to the donor and to the family of the deceased or the person being honored. BEQUESTS made in your will to Wilkes College, in any amount, give needed support to the high quality of education and service offered our students and the community. tax between spouses will be unlimited. Also, you can make annual, tax-free gifts of $10,000 (formerly $3,000). to as many recipients as you wish. NUTSHELL; It is essential to review your estate plans (wills, trusts, life insurance, pensions, etc.) SOON ... and don't die until after January 1, 1982. (Couldn't resist!) ••• FACTS-ALERT: The Tax Act also makes changes re your investments (capital gains rates, dividend and interest exclusions, tax exempt interest and interest deductions in '85). It has substantially affected individual retirement accounts and annuities, and raised Keough limits. NUTSHELL: Don't miss these real advantages! A friend brings me nuggets for this column, and the other day he gave me a Star Wars quote, “Now is the’most temporary of conditions". . . appropriate when you remember that tax and estate planning can be vital to you, your family, and Wilkes. We believe that a year-end deferred gift and/or bequest can be a satisfying part of your planning. We've mentioned important tax law changes, but if you'd like any tax law clarifications, please call or write me. To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 □ □ □ i am interested in learning more about the Wilkes Planned Giving programs. 1 wish to record that I have planned a bequest to Wilkes. I would like to receive a Financial Alert Memo. Name Address federal gift and est fedcral WINTER 1981 15 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Alumnus Winter 1981 (2 editions) Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Winter 1981 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/e0bd785a44149b7c3f439cb11d9c13eb.pdf ce8fbc46538de00c0c93935e5c6dc2a9 PDF Text Text 6PRING1962 WILKE6 COLLEGE - �SPRING 1962 Volume 5, Number 3 On the Cover James F. Ferris, '56 positive force in his c. significant contributio through "Mindpower, an administrator in th In the recent electio national officers, Jim ’ resides with his wife t, three children in King. editor Randall J. Xenakis associate editor Jane Manganella alumnus editor Richard Raspen '67 CO 111 >T S' S O £ t: —1 s- contributing staff Robert J. Barrail '53 Betsy Bell Condron Rachael Lohman '71 Edward White 111'80 contributing photographer Donald D. Carey art director Jon Schaffer circulation c- Jim Ferris — u_ As Principal of Wyon become a positive fo Manganella takes a I others. □ -sS o o 2 § £ Stan Irzinski For Stan Irzinski ’61, Administrator of Uni professional life pro\ indications, he is doii UJ Wilkes — AH for Mary Ann Tanya Hallez '67 All new students enc leave home and ente Ann Elefther that an her first year at Will The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. Education As in this thought provi whole purpose of lift and. while anyone cs much better. A Status Rep Over the last several important one. The 1 cutbacks which if pc all of us. Some facts covered inside to bri Chronicle — 4 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS William L. Conyngham, Chairman Richard M. Ross, Jr., Vice Chairman William J. Umphred '52, Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz, Secretary James A. Adonizio Benjamin Badman ’41 Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis D. Davis, Jr. '60 Mrs. Walter M. Diener Miss Alexandra Ehret W. Carey Evans '41 James F. Ferris '56 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner, Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt '63 Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rhodes ArnoL Harob Hon. 1 Euger Josepl Ronal Mrs. / Norm Josepl �WILKE6 COLLEGE WIEI SPRING 1962 Jjj Volume 5, Number 3 On the Cover James F. Ferris, '56 has been, for the last 25 years, a positive force in his chosen field of education. He has made a significant contribution to students by generating energy through "Mindpower," at first as a teacher and currently as an administrator in the Wyoming Valley West School District. In the recent election held by the Alumni Association for national officers, Jim was elected President for 1983. He resides with his wife the former Mary Ellen Ross and their three children in Kingston. editor Randall J. Xenakis associate editor Jane Manganella alumnus editor Richard Raspen '67 contributing staff Robert J. Barrail '53 Betsy Bell Condron Rachael Lohman '71 Edward White III '80 contributing photographer Donald D. Carey art director Jon Schaffer circulation Tanya Hallez '67 ID III > & X S u s <H tBTEUJA 4* □ f- —1 < S' Jim Ferris — A Positive Force by: Jane Manganella Li c-= O u— k| ex As Principal of Wyoming Valley West High School. Jim Ferns ’56 has become a positive force in the education of young men and women. Jane Manganella takes a look at how Jim helps provide MINDPOWER for others. CD =s 8 §— 8& 8 Stan Irzinski Returns Home by: Randy Xenakis For Stan Irzinski '61. Wilkes College holds many fond memories. As Administrator of United Rehabilitation Services. Inc.. Stan spends his professional life providing MINDPOWER to others as best he can. From all indications, he is doing an extraordinary job. =! £ £ 9 Wilkes — A Home Away From Home for Mary Ann by: Jane Manganella All new students encounter a certain amount of anticipation when they leave home and enter a college out of their immediate area. For Mary Ann Elefther that anticipation has turned to enjoyment as she completes her first year at Wilkes. The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. 11 Education As I See It by: Robert Barrall '53 In this thought provoking story. Bob Barrall tells us that education is the whole purpose of life. Education he says builds character and. while anyone can be a character, having character is Alumnus much better. A Status Report on Financial Aid by: Handy Xenakis Over the last several weeks the issue of financial aid has become an important one. The Reagan Administration is proposing cutbacks which if passed by Congress will have an impact on all of us. Some facts, figures and opinions on the issue are Alumnus covered inside to bring you up-to-date. Chronicle — 4 Profile — 6 Sports — Alumnus? Gallery — Alumnus 10 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS William L. Conyngham, Chairman Richard M. Ross, Jr., Vice Chairman William J. Umphred '52, Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz, Secretary James A. Adonizio Benjamin Badman '41 Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis D. Davis, Jr. '60 Mrs. Walter M. Diener Miss Alexandra Ehret W. Carey Evans '41 James F. Ferris '56 Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Charles H. Miner, Jr. Gerald A. Moffatt ’63 Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rhodes Arnold S. Rifkin Harold J. Rose, Jr. Hon. Max Rosenn Eugene Roth '57 Joseph J. Savitz ‘48 Ronald W. Simms '60 Mrs. Anthony Suraci Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 TRUSTEE EMERITI Miss Mary R. Koons, Honorary Atember Donald F. Carpenter. Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Richard M. Ehret, Trustee Emerita Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber. Trustee Emerita Alan M. Glover, Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus Thomas H. Kiley, Trustee Emeritus F. Ellsworth Parkhurst. Trustee Emeritus Louis Shaffer. Trustee Emeritus SPRING 1982 3 �PULITZER PRIZE WINNING COLUMNIST ADDRESSES ROSENN LECTURE SERIES AUDIENCE eollege@>g©iniM® CAMPAIGN—'82: AN INVESTMENT IN MINDPOWER With the proposed cutbacks in financial aid to higher education (see additional financial aid related articles in this issue) it is becoming increasingly important for Wilkes College to maintain a solid program of scholarship assistance to deserving and capable students. In its continuing commitment to assist students in financing their Wilkes education, the College is now in the process of seeking support from alumni and friends and asking for your help in providing MINDPOWER to our students who will, in turn, provide MINDPOWER to Wyoming Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Nation. The Wilkes MINDPOWER theme is part of a national program developed by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) designed to recognize the contributions of higher education to American society. College personnel, community leaders, alumni and students are all taking active roles in making Campaign-’82 successful. Ms. Debbie Dunleavy, ’74, anchorwoman for WDAU-TV 22 in Scranton, was the guest speaker for the official campaign kickoff held in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s Campaign Leadership consists of: Robert S. Capin, presidentWilliam L. Conyngham, chairman of the board of trustees; Eugene Roth, chairman of the development committee; Mr. Roy E. Morgan, campaign chairman; Mr. Frear Scovell, campaign vice chairman; and Mr. Richard L. Bunn, ’55, chairman of the alumni appeal. Campaign Division Leaders include: Benjamin Badman, George Bell, Rosalie Brader, Earl Macarty, Bernard Mengeringhausen, Edmund Poggi, Andrew Shaw, Thomas Shelburne, Gilbert Tough and Harold Trethaway. Pictured are: top left (L. to R.) President Robert S. Capin and Mr. Roy E. Morgan; top right (L. to R.) Wilkes alumni Marino Santarelli, '73, and Clayton Karambelas, ’49; (Bottom, L. to R.) Wilkes students and alumni phonathon workers Sharon Michener, Kathleen Roach, Cathy Schafer and Carol Zaleski. Over 400 people listened to Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times columnist Mr. Anthony Lewis deliver the inaugural lecture of the Wilkes College Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts recently. Lewis, who addressed the topic Enforcing Our Rights, has twice won the coveted Pulitzer Prize and is currently the author of a twice-weekly column for The New York Times. It was in 1955 that the Harvard graduate won his first Pulitzer for a series of articles he wrote for The Woshington Daily PROJECT: F.A.C.T. GROUP UNVEILS SPECIAL CAMPAIGN Attention — Class of 1981!! If you have not updated your alumni file during the past several months, this is a reminder for you to do so now. Last summer, you were sent a set of three update cards by the Alumni Office; since that time, many of you have relocated because of employment or graduate school location, and we want to have the latest information in your file. So please take a minute or two and send in an Update Card to the College and include those significant events that have occurred since graduation — marriage, job placement, change of address, and so forth. We will appreciate it I 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY The Presidents of several educational institutions from the Luzerne County (Pa.) area met with members of the local media on February 24 to make clear what the effects of President Reagan’s proposed financial aid cuts to higher education will mean to students, parents, the local economy, their respective institutions, and higher education in general. The President’s unveiled PROJECT: F.A.C.T. (Financial Aid Commitment Team) which views its joint purpose as a springboard to inform and advise all community constituencies about matters relating to financial aid to higher education. An analysis of the financial aid situation facing Wilkes students, as well as other financial aid-related articles can be found in this issue of The Quarterly. Local Presidents attending the press conference included (L.to R.) Dr. James Ryan, director, Penn State (Wilkes-Barre campus); Mr. Thomas Moran, president, Luzerne County Community College; Fr. James Lackenmier, president, King's College; Dr. Joseph Fink, president, College Misericordia; Wilkes President Robert S. Capin; and Dr. William David, director, Penn State (Hazleton campus). News on the dismissal of a Navy employee as a security risk. The articles led to the reinstatement of the employee and later became the basis for a movie called "Three Brave Men.” Lewis joined the Washington staff of The New York Times in 1955 where he was assigned to cover the events of the Supreme Court. His coverage of the nation's highest court won him his second Pulitzer Prize in 1963. Lewis is considered to be an expert on the constitutional rights and duties of the press and has written several books including “Gideon’s Trumpet,” about a landmark case before the U.S. Supreme Court, and “Portrait of a Decade,” about changes in American race relations. Following his visit to Wilkes, Lewis returned to his home in Boston and prepared his next article for The Times. His topic was Wilkes College and how proposed cutbacks in financial aid will impact higher education. The article is reprinted, with permission from The New York Times, in this issue. The Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities was established in honor of Judge Max Rosenn by his former law clerks, family and friends to commemorate the Tenth Anniversary of Rosenn's appointment as Judge of the United States Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit. The lecture series features internationally known speakers in the fields of law and the humanities. Pictured at the lecture series are (left to right) the Honorable Judge Arlin M. Adams, U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit; The Honorable Judge Max Rosenn, Mr. Anthony Lewis, and Wilkes President Robert S. Capin. ANNIVERSARY PLANS TAKING SHAPE As the 1982-83 Academic Year approaches, members of the College Family are hard at work making preparations for the Fiftieth Anniversary of Wilkes College. Under the general chairmanship of Mr. Carey Evans and the coordinating efforts of Mr. John Chwalek, anniversary plans are now taking shape and will provide the College and the Community with a varied year-long program of cultural, social, educational, and athletic events. The Anniversary Year will officially open with a Convocation on Friday, September 24 which will include special guests from Wilkes and Bucknell University. Wilkes was founded as Bucknell University Junior College in 1933. On Saturday, September 25, the internationally heralded Fitzw'illiam String Quartet, which has garnered world-wide acclaim for its quintessential interpretation of the string quartets of Dmitri Shostakovich, SPRING 1982 5 �will perform in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts on campus. John Chwalek recently announced the following tentative schedule of events for the Fiftieth Anniversary Year — 1982-83: SEPTEMBER: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery by Four nationally-known Wilkes Alumni OCTOBER: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Regional Masters Homecoming Weekend Residence Hall Dedication NOVEMBER: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Wilkes Art Faculty Economics Symposium DECEMBER: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Stage designs of Wilkes/Bucknell theatre productions Wilkes vs. Bucknell (Basketball) JANUARY; , High School Debate Tournament and Workshop FEBRUARY: Art Exhibition at Sordoni G“er7Annual Scholastic Arts Awards Show MARCH: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Wilkes Alumni Show Dr. David Fendrick performance as Clarence Darrow and Albert Einstein APRIL: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Franz Kline All-Sports Weekend with Dinner Dance and Sporting Events MAY: Art Exhibition at Sordoni Gallery: Bucknell Art Faculty Anniversary Ball Fine Arts Fiesta Members of the Fiftieth Anniversary Committee pictured above include: Mr. Carey Evans, general chairman; Mr. John Chwalek. College coordinator; Wilkes President Robert S Capin- Mr Leo Pensieri, president of the Parents Club; and Dr. Thomas Kelly, dean of external affairs. ’ Additional Anniversary Events will include: Sociology and Anthropology Conference Evening with Drama Education Symposium Law Symposium Two-day collegiate debate tournament with Wilkes and Bucknell Photo exhibits and social events depicting the five decades of Wilkes College sponsored by the Student Government A varied list of programs through the Concert and Lecture Series Program Concert exchanges with Bucknell Faculty exchanges with Bucknell In addition, 50th Anniversary Pins will be available for Wilkes employees; Flags 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Anniversary Edition of Alumni Directory Now Taking Shape Lettermen's Ball Kosciuszko Ball of nations which have had students at Wilkes will be displayed; an Oral History of the College will be placed in both the Farley Library and the Osterhout Library; and a Written History of the College will be published in the Fall of 1982. During the Anniversary Year, South River Street from Market to South will be known as 'Wilkes College Boulevard.’ ° “We are very excited about the Anniversary Year,” said Chwalek, “and we look forward to having friends and ^hese'events/’^P115 *° Par‘iC'Pa*e *n Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. LOUIS NEUMAN Personnel Profiles Louis Neuman, known by the many athletes who have passed through Wilkes College as "Big Lou of Ralston Field” is in good health and continues to keep Wilkes' athletic fields in good shape. Lou is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University School of Turf and Grounds Maintenance and proudly says that he is now in his seventeenth year at Wilkes College. Throughout his career at Wilkes Lou has been involved in the preparation of fields for various events which include football, baseball, field hockey, tennis, cross country, soccer, golf and all the intramural sports fields. "One of the happiest memories I have of Ralston Field began at 4 a.m. one morning many years ago,” Lou recalled. "I went to the field to set up for national television coverage at the time when the Wilkes Colonels (football) had the longest winning streak in the nation. The morning was cold and I had to check all the riggings for safety and the cables for even tension. I really enjoyed the national exposure,” he said. As Lou continues his daily groundskeeping of the College athletic fields he remembers vividly all of those special times out of the past. “I have always enjoyed, and will continue to enjoy, working with all the fine people associated with the sports programs here at the College. I sincerely wish all the graduates, present students, and all others who have become part of Wilkes College the best of health, success and happiness in the future. The memories and experiences are everlasting.” O THE WILKES CoLLEGE connection FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS- 717-826-1135 Work on the College’s 50th Anniversary Edition of the Alumni Directory is well under way. Soon all Alumni will receive a brief questionnaire with a follow-up request to be sent one month later. The prompt return of these questionnaires is essential so that the information in the Directory will be current and complete. The completed questionnaires as well as a list of all Alumni who do not respond to either mailing will be turned over to the publisher for telephone follow-up. Alumni will then be contacted directly by the Harris Publishing Company to verify information and to see whether you wish to purchase a Directory. Alumni with current addresses who have not responded to the questionnaires and are not reached by phone by the Harris representatives will appear in the Directory, but with the information of last record as shown in our Office files. The Directory will be of great value not only to us here on campus, but also to Alumni in the field who desire information on their classmates and friends; however, the accuracy of the published information depends on the timely response of all Alumni. Alumni will be listed alphabetically, geographically, and by class year. Each listing will contain name, class year, degree(s), residence address and phone number, and business or professional information when available. If you have not yet received your questionnaire or if you do not wish to be listed in the Directory, please notify the Alumni Office in writing. Remember, too, that the project will cost the College nothing — The Harris Company will compile, publish, and market the directory, financing the operation solely through the sale of individual Directory copies to Alumni only. Release of the 50th Anniversary Edition is scheduled for Fall 1982. HOMECOMING COMMITTEE 1981 AMNICOLA AVAILABLE The 1981 Amnicola (yearbook) is available to all interested alumni. If you would like to purchase a copy please submit a check in the amount of $15.00 payable to: The Wilkes College Amnicola and mail to: Editor, The Amnicola, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. ALUMNI HOMECOMING ’82 OCTOBER 8, 9, 10 Tentative Schedule FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8: 7:00 p.m. - Judging of Homecoming Displays 8:00 p.m. - Friday Night Frolic in the Alumni House SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9: 10:00 a.m. - Anniversary Class Meetings for Classes ending in 2’s and 7’s 10:30 a.m. - Soccer vs. Moravian 10:30 a.m. - Residence Hall Dedication 11:00 a.m. - Homecoming Parade 1:30 p.m. - Football vs. Trenton State 2:00 p.m. - Cross-Country vs. Moravian 6:00 p.m. - Cocktail Hour at Gus Genetti's in Wilkes-Barre 7:30 p.m. - Smorgasbord Dinner at Gus Genetti's 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. - Dancing to the music of ‘Something Else' SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Brunch at the Alumni House Members of the 1982 Alumni Homecoming Committee have been meeting on a regular basis to make plans for the special 50th Anniversary Year Homecoming Extravaganza. According to committee members this year's event will be held October 8-10 and will feature a variety of athletic, social, educational, and recreational events. A tentative listing of homecoming events can be found in this issue of The Quarterly. Committee members who have been hard at work on Homecoming '82 are: Seated (1. to r.) Virginia Hahn Zikor, teacher, homecoming display judge; Jennifer Morgan, teacher, cochairperson of the Sunday Brunch; Andrea Petrasek, child development supervisor, co-chairperson of the parade and chairperson of the alumni float; Chris Baron, guidance counselor, co-chairperson of homecoming; and Jenny Centrella, secretary, cochairperson of the Sunday Brunch. Standing (1. to r.) Richard Raspen, director of alumni relations; Dr. Carl Urbanski, optometrist, chairperson, homecoming displays; Dr. Thomas Kelly, dean of external affairs; Robert Silvi, director of safety and benefits for Bridon American, chairperson for parade: John Baron, investment broker, co-chairperson of homecoming; and Michael Cook, investment counselor, chairperson for the Friday Night Social. O MARK' YOUR CALENDARS ATTENTION PARENTS! If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. SPRING 1982 7 �, JIM FEDDIS'56 A POSITIVE FODCE Last July 16, the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) initiated a nationwide campaign built around the central theme “America’s Energy is Mindpower.” The concept is that it is the energy produced by the development of mindpower which will solve the complex problems of the future and, according to CASE, must be a “legacy given to those who will need to be the problem solvers for whatever lies ahead.” Needless to say that Wilkes, long before the CASE campaign or theme was conceived, had traditionally held to this goal and what better way to accomplish it than through the education of those who will teach: who have the opportunity every day to influence not one mind, but hundreds, in elementary and high schools throughout the nation. Jim Ferris, principal in the Wyoming Valley West School District and a Wilkes grad with a B.S. in Education, is an excellent example of the success of those endeavors. For 26 years Jim has been a propagator of energy through mindpower; he is a teacher. Graduated from Wilkes in 1956, Jim’s career has taken him through every level of teaching — from classroom and coaching to counseling to administrator. Through all the years since 1956, he has maintained a close affiliation with Wilkes. “Yes, I have stayed close to Wilkes. Without the encouragement I received from people at Wilkes in the beginning, I seriously doubt that College would have been financially possible for me. I remember waiting outside George Ralston’s office thinking about just how I was going to handle financing four years of school, and how, by the time I left his office I felt convinced that it was all possible for me. George spent hours guiding me through the maze of information about grants and scholarships and jobs on campus. He remained my friend and counselor throughout my four years at school.” An outstanding athlete, he excelled in basketball, soccer, and baseball. “Jim had extremely good natural ability as an athlete,” Ralston remembered “and more important, he had the determination to give 100% of himself to any contest. He certainly lived up to the full measure of his potential, and he still does,” Ralston stated. 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY by Jane Manganella Jim at work in i nis office at the High School in Plymouth.. Pa. Jim was hired by the Kingston School District in 1956 as a math teacher and basketball coach. At the same time, he served as head soccer coach for eight years at Wilkes. “It was busy," he said, smiling “but I enjoyed it.” When a student in high school, one of Jim’s classmates was Mary Ellen Ross, who was to become Mrs. James Ferris in December of 1958. After they were married, Jim returned to school to get his Master's degree in Education from Buckneil, which he earned in June of 1961. They had, in 1960, become the parents of a baby girl, Carol, and would have two more children, Marie, born in 1962, and James, born in 1967. During the summer of 1966, the schools formed a jointure which took schools from nine townships and incorporated them into one system. "They (school board officials) were meeting in Forty Fort realigning the new system, and I received a phone call from Dr. William Smodic, who was then superintendent of schools in the new Wyoming Valley West District. He asked me how I felt about moving into administration and I accepted the position of assistant principal.” Jim tnen went on k> become principal of grades The move to administration took him out of the classroom, but not away from the students. Les Nicholas, who teaches in the hiqh schooi and who is a Wilkes alumnus taL ? ’ .The students and faculty here have a lot of respect for Mr. Ferris. He is always on top of everything and is very accessible when there's a problem. He is supportive of both students and teachers." Had Jim always wanted to be a teacher? "When I went into Wilkes I may have toyed with the idea of engineering or one of the sciences but early on I decided that I wanted to teach.” The years have seemed rewarding for him in his chosen field though there have been difficult times. In 1972 Hurricane Agnes put most of his world under water. “My My home and my school were both flooded,” he said “and when we finally got back to class in late fall of ’72, we had double sessions Our classes started at 7:20 a.m. and continued until 5:30 p.m. because we lost schools and had to accommodate all students. Adjustments, for some, were difficult, but we did come back even stronger ’ I think, than before." When asked the inevitable question — How do you compare students today with those of prior years, he said, “Students are much the same now, today a bit more aware and sophisticated because of TV, but basically really good. We have many serious students; you unlock something in his or her mind and they really take off. That’s the gratifying part." Art Hoover, Associate Dean of Student Affairs and a long-time friend of Jim’s who was a year ahead of him at Wilkes, said, “I don’t think anything defeats Jim for very long. I watched him as a student athlete who, many times, had performed under intense pressure and he always excelled. During the years I served as Director of Alumni Relations, he never once said no to anything the Alumni Association asked of him. He has held office at the local and national association level and has always been a positive force for Wilkes College.” As a person, a student, an athlete, an alumnus, and, most important, a teacher, Jim Ferris has made a significant contribution to the generating of energy through mindpower. He contributes still to the “legacy" for those who choose to lead through teaching. Wl LKES GOL_ The following class notes were compiled from information received by the alumni of­ fice through January 15; announcements of marriages, births, address changes, employ­ ment changes, deaths should be sent to Alumni Office, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. 1950 Dr. GEORGE E. HUDOCK was recently cited by the Commission on Laboratory Accreditation of the College of American Pathologists after an on-site inspection of the Mercy Hospital Laboratory, which George directs, was found to meet all of the required standards for accredita­ tion; the report also called attention to the excellence of services provided for Mercy patients. 1953 ROBERT J. BARRALL, who now resides in Portland, OR, recently had two of his books published: The Whole World Knows, by Exposition Press, Inc., and As I See It, by Vantage Press, Inc. From time to time, we will share with Quarterly readers Bob's philosophies by reprinting some of his essays. 1956 Capt. JOHN J. CASHMERE, U.S. Navy, has taken com­ mand of the Naval Reserve Readiness Command in Philadelphia. His Naval career has been full and varied, having served with the Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Warfare School, aboard the USS Charles P. Cecil and the USS Alfred A. Cunningham, and as commander of Naval Reserve Centers at Philadelphia and Avoca. 1958 Congratulations to HARRY J. MOYLE upon his promo­ tion to Vice President with the United Penn Bank. Harry manages UP's West Broad Street office in West Hazleton and serves as regional administrator for the Hazleton area. He resides in Mountaintop, PA. 1959 CHARLES S. BUTLER recently notified us of his new position as Senior Subcontract Administrator with the Martin Marietta Aerospace organization. Charles resides in Aston, PA. 1960 JOHN P. MATTEY told us about his change of address in Elkton, MD. John earned a B.A. in mathematics here; as soon as he tells us more about what he is doing and his family, we'll pass the word along to the alumni. Les Nicholas, also an alumnus, teaches a class of Wyoming Valley West students. VOL. 1. NO. 4 WILKES COLLEGE ° WILKES-BARRE ° PENNSYLVANIA 18766 I 1961 Our condolences are extended to CHARLES L. KEAST, whose wile Katherine passed away on September 30, 1981 after a long illness. 1962 Dr. RICHARD T. REES was elected to the Executive Board for the Florida Society for Health Education and Training, and also served as main speaker at the Society's conference in Orlando. Rick, Linda, Diane and David seem to be enjoying their relocation to Lakeland, where Rick is Education Director at Lakeland General Hospital. FRANK H. MENAKER has been promoted to general counsel for the Martin Marietta Corporation. Frank earned the B.A. here in Political Science, and went on to American University for his law training. Rev. Canon GARY J. DEHOPE is the Director and Headmaster of the Episcopal Cathedral School m Santurce, Puerto Rico. 1963 J. BARRY SHEVCHUK is the Regional Vice President for the Gulf States region of the American Medical Interna­ tional company in Houston, TX. Also in Houston is Dr. HARRY H. WEST, who was recently named president of EDG Engineering. Dr. West was a professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Oklahoma. A native of Plymouth, Harry also earned degrees at Bucknell and the University of Oklahoma. 1964 Congratulations to NEIL DOUGHERTY upon the birth of their first daughter Erin Ann on April 20, 1981. Erin joins brother Bryan Paul, age 2, at the Dougherty home in Springfield, PA. WILLIAM EVERETT was recently elected president of the Little Theater of Wilkes-Bane. S. ELIZABETH (WEISS) LLOYD is a Reading Specialist in Virginia; she resides with her husband Joseph in Alexan­ dria. We note with much, too much delay the passing of ELAINE KOZEMCHAK ROBERTS in August 1979 of a rare lung disease. Elaine taught Art in the public schools and was active in the American Association of University Women. Her husband DONALD W. is a member of the class of 1964. LILA (KORITKO) TAYLOR has relocated to Fort Mc­ Clellan, AL from Oklahoma City, but that is all we know; tell us more, Lila. 1965 ELLIS R. MYERS has been appointed Director of the Hazleton-Nanticoke Mental Health Retardation Center; he had been deputy center director for administrative ser­ vices since 1972 when the center started. Ellis earned the MSW at the University of North Carolina and is a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. He and his wife, the former BONNIE DRAPER, also '65, reside in Glenn Summit with their sons Andrew, 12, and David. 10. 1966 RONALD J. RUSSO, of Mountaintop. PA, is the program director at Catholic Sendees here in the Valley. Ron is a member of the first class of "Leadership Wilkes-Barre." a group of twenty community leaders selected to participate in the seminar. STEPHEN A. VAN DYCK, president and chief operating officer of Interstate and Ocean Transport Company, has been named to the addi­ tional position of vice president of Southern Natural Resources, Inc., a Birmingham-based energy and natural resources concern. 1967 RALPH K. HENDERSHOT has been appointed director of the Yorktowne Business Institute, following nine years of teaching and coaching in the Dallastown, PA area school system. He holds an advanced degree from Western Maryland, and is currently working toward the doctorate in education at the University of Pennsylvania. Con­ gratulations, Ralph. MICHAEL DZIAK is a Manager, Current Tech­ nology, with IBM Cor­ poration at their Endi­ cott, NY facility. Mike is active in community af­ fairs, serving on the Board of the Broome County Cancer Society and on the Advisory Board of the Broome Countv Airport. Mike's wife ' is RACHAEL (PHILLIPS), Class of 1964. MARYANN (HOMNACK) ROUNDTREE has received a full schol­ arship at the University of Dayton to become p certified as an electrical ■k______________ engineer through course ; and lab work. Maryann interested in a career in computer hardware 1 development after her .. study in this National X”-- vScience Foundation G-A sponsored program. Congratulations, Maryann — good luck at Dayton. ___ _ 1968 Congratulations go cut to ■ ARTHUR H. TREV- p ETHAN who earned the p MBA degree at the K University of Dayton, t* Art is the Director, Pro- P perty Product Develop- [G ment with the Nation- H wide Insurance Com- |f| pony. He resides in ■ Delaware, OH. |S Hi ALUMNUS 1 �Much news comes from ELLEN (TAGGART) TULL, who now resides in Indianapolis. Ellen and husband Brian an­ nounce the birth of a son, David Mark, on November 3, 1981. Brian recently received his Chartered Life Under­ writer designation, and is a representative for the Life In­ surance Company of Virginia. The Tulls also have a daughter Elizabeth, age 4. 1969 JAMES M. CALDERONE is currently teaching as an Assistant Professor of Social Work at the Division of Behavioral Science and Social Work at College Misericordia, Dallas, PA. Jim earned his MSW in 1972 at the University of Wisconsin — Madison. SYLVIA (SCALISE) CIOCCI resides in Dalton, PA with son Jeffrey, 1 and daughter Lori, age 5. Happy birthday wishes to Lori who celebrates her sixth birthday next month. Dr. THOMAS E KELLY, dean of external affairs at Wilkes, is enrolled in the "Leadership Wilkes-Barre" seminar. JERRY YAREMKO is the Deputy Controller at the David W. Taylor Naval Ship Research and Development Center in Bethesda, MD. He resides in College Park. 1970 RICHARD L. BIGELOW is an Engineer in Nuclear Fuel Management with Northeast Utilities in Hartford, CT. He recently earned the MBA degree at Penn State University. He resides in Newington, CT with wife Joan and children Julie, 5, and Christopher, 4. We were deeply saddened to learn of the death of AN­ DREW J. CASPER at his home in Wellsville, OH. Andy was an environmental engineer for the Homer Laughlin China Company, and was a member of the Audubon Society, Jacquechaustea Society, Sierra Club, and the Water Control Federation. We send our condolences to his wife Lee and children Nanette and Christopher. LONNIE A. COOMBS, C.P.A., recently delivered a lec­ ture on current tax changes before the Northeast Chapter of the Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants. Lonnie is a partner in the Wilkes-Barre accounting firm of Cavallari, Coombs, and McHale. We'd like to tell you more about EDWARD J. GOWER, of Rhinebeck, NY, but all we know is that he just changed addresses. C'mon, Ed, get out update card number 2 and send it in to us. BONNIE (HUTSKO) HOLMES is a registrar for the Junior Great Books program in Marin County, CA. She resides in Ross with her husband, W. Stephen and daughters Lesley and Laura. LESLIE LOVELAND resides in Oceanport, NJ with wife MARY (BROWN) 71 and son Douglas, who just celebrated his first birthday on Christmas Day. Les is the Vice President of Education and Agency Services with the Independent Insurance Agents of America. PAUL A. TWEEDY is director of special projects with the Economic Development Center of Northeastern Penn­ sylvania, and is another participant in "Leadership WilkesBarre." 1971 Dr. JOSEPH N. ISHLEY is a senior research chemist with Georgia Kaolin Research in Springfield, NJ, Joe, who earned the Ph.D. at Penn State in 1980, resides in North Plainfield. 1972 AVIS (CLINGERMAN) RUBIN is a decorating consultant with Bergman's Department Store. DONNA (GREENE) SIMPSON is in communications/ media relations with the management consulting firm of McKinsey & Company of New York City. Donna resides in Tarrytown, NY. 2 ALUMNUS member of "Leadership LIBRO I. CIARMATORI, a &«.««•«« . • WUkes-Bane" is a vice president with the Wyoming Na­ tional Bank of Wilkes-Barre. , Warrant Officer LYNN ALAN WHITE is a helirn . pilot with the 101st Airborne. Tell us about some of yc experiences, Lynn, and we will share them with the ah ni. m* 1974 “SI.E ford, and both degrees conferred in May 1981. Joe is manager of commercial accounts with Aetna Casualty and Surety in Trumbull, CT. It sounds like both of you have been keeping very busy. Thanks for the information. We congratulate ALAN and MARGARET (WAITKEVICHI ZELLNER on the birth of daughter Kerry Ahssa on December 22, 1981. What a great Christmas present for the both of you. Dr. CAROL A. ZIOMEK has joined the fac­ ulty of the Worcester Foundation for Experi­ mental Biology, Shrews­ bury, MA, as a Staff Sci­ entist. Carol, who earned the Ph.D. in Biology at Johns Hopkins Univer­ sity, will be studying the development of the early mammalian embryo. She was most recently a Re­ search Associate in the Department of Anatomy at the University of Cambridge in England. 1973 MARINO J. SANTARELLI has been busy of late. He was recently promoted to vice president with the United Penn Bank, where he is manager of their South Main Street Branch Office and is also responsible for other offices in his role as regional administrator of the Wilkes-Barre area. Marino also is quite active in community circles, serving with the Greater Nanticoke Chamber of Commerce, Greater Wilkes-Barre Jaycees, Kingston Business and Pro­ fessional Persons Organization, and works on annual com­ munity campaigns for Wilkes, King's, and the Boy Scouts and United Way. In addition to all this, Marino is one of those twenty local executives chosen to participate 'in "Leadership Wilkes-Barre" for the Chamber of Com­ merce. He resides in Plains with his wife Linda. NANCY DENE ADLER is an Administrative Student Counselor at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Nancy previously was a secretary at the Kirby Health Center here in Wilkes-Barre. DAVID J. BARRETT is a plant superintendent with the Continental Can Company. He resides in Sugarloaf, PA. Congratulations and best wishes to EDWARD BUTKIEWICZ, recently sworn in as Mayor of the City of Nanticoke. Ed was elected in the November election. Our congratulations also go out to Stephen and MARILYN (GOODSIR) CRISPELL on the birth of a daughter Tif­ fany Devon, on April 14,1981. Marilyn is an instructor of marketing at the Wilkes-Barre Area Vocational-Technical School; Stephen is a meat cutter at the new Shop Rite in Kingston. The Crispells reside in Plains, PA. DAVI»? MIL0RA and family aIso welcomed a new addi­ tion, Michael David, on September 17, 1981, joining fiveyear-old-sister Jennifer, David is a group leader with the Pennwall Corporation in King of Prussia, and resides in Nomstown, PA. (lhBrRTi,nREG^E/? ‘S a Supervisor' Personnel with Internahonal Paper ,n Georgetown, SC. He earned the MBA will3^'^ D1‘jk,n“n Universi‘y ■» December 1980, and will be married on April 17, 1982 to Maryclare f Sweeney of^Jessup, PA. Congratulations and best wishes to - io you l?-XCEJA' SKOWRONSKI, who earned a BA here in Ovem-|d t" MS h£re i" 19r76, 'S “*raffic rePre“ntative for ^D™^TranSp° ,on of Dlckson c‘ly. PA. She resides MICHAEL BANCHERO and wife Jean welcomed a son Christopher John, who was bom on October 19,1981 int' their Farmington Hills, MI home. Mike is a sales represent tative with the Engineered Equipment Services Division nf Ingersoll-Rand in Detroit. CINDY (EAKER) BRODERICK gave birth to a son David Kenneth, on November 30, 1981. David joined sister Jaime, almost 3 years old, in their Wallington, N] home. ' J PETER JADELIS died Sunday, November 28, 1981 following an illness. Pete earned the BS degree in Com­ merce and Finance, and was vice president in charge of savings with Susquehanna Savings and Loan Association Our thoughts and prayers go out to MARGARET (GATUSKY) 73, on her loss. We also feel your loss Margaret, because of all the things Pete did with us and for us here at the College. Dr. EDUARDO MARBAN received a special award and recognition by the American Heart Association for his research in the physiology of the heart. Eduardo holds an MD degree and a Ph.D. in Physiology from Yale Universi­ ty, and is presently a cardiology resident at Johns-Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, MD. He is married to the former Sharon Lee Woods, who is also completing a residency in pediatrics at Johns-Hopkins. Best wishes go out to BRUCE WEINSTOCK of WilkesBarre, who was recently married to Nancy A. Wallis of Hughesville. Bruce is a self-employed insurance represen­ tative. JANICE ANN WOOLF has relocated from Ossining, NY to Topeka, KS; tell us more, Jan, so we can pass it along. RANDY YANOSHAK recently took office as an elected township commissioner in Hanover Township, PA. Randy must like to keep busy, because he always has several pro­ jects going at the same time. Good luck, Randy. 1975 EDWARD M. CROUGHN announces the birth of a daughter, Lindsay Ann, on May 23, 1981. Ed and wife Louise reside in White Haven Poconos, PA. PHILIP L. GREGORY and Linda J. Cunningham will be tying the matrimonial knot on May 29, 1982. Phil earned the BS in Commerce and Finance, and is now controller of nine Burger King restaurants in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area. Good luck, folks. ROBERT G. EDGERTON, JR. is vice president at First Eastern Bank, Wilkes-Barre. Bob is participating in the "Leadership Wilkes-Barre" seminars here in the city. Dr. EDWARD HELINSKI earned the Ph.D. degree at Yale in 1968; he is a management chemist at Tuffy, Inc. of Philadelphia. Thanks for the call, Ed. It sounds like ROBERT G. LEHMAN has an interesting assignment with Pan American World Airways. He is with their Aerospace Services Division and doing engineering development on the space shuttle. Bob was married on September 13 to Melanie Hendershot; they reside in Melbourne, FL. DOMINICK P. PANNUNZIO is an attomey-at-law with offices in Dupont, PA. He resides in Kingston. NORMAN and CAROL (REICH) SHORE announce the birth of a daughter, Tabitha Rebecca, on November 8, 1981. Norm is with the Naval Aviation Supply Office, and Carol works for the Smith-Kline Corporation. Sorry, folks, but our stock of the Colonel lapel emblem has been ex­ hausted, so we are unable to fill your request. Hope Tabitha's bib is helping, though. We lost THOMAS and JEAN (PISANESCHI) SMITH'S address for a while, but we were glad to receive it. Tom is an insurance agent while Jean is at their home here in Wilkes-Barre. Dr. JOHN T. ZUCOSKY is a dentist in Ridgefield Park, NJ. JANICE YARRISH SWEPSTON announces the birth of a daughter, Megan Victoria, on September 27, 1981. Janice resides in Shavertown, PA with husband Harry and other children Caitlin, 3, and Jocelyn, 1. 1976 JOHN R. BRABANT is corporate budget director of Bradford International of New York City. Jack, a basket­ ball standout here at Wilkes, holds an advanced degree from St. John's University, and is married to the former Mary K. Sheehan. They reside in Woodside, NY. LINDA (BARON) KAUFER and husband Barry an­ nounce the birth of a son Ilan Garrett on November 3, 1981. We appreciate your offer to help the Alumni Association, Linda, and we will surely be calling on you. JEANNE (BARTOSH) KAPRAL also gave birth to a son, George Michael, on November 3. Jeanne and her family reside in Larksville, PA. DON KULICK was recently sworn in as Councilman in Edwardsville Borough. Good luck during your term of of­ fice, Don. ELISE (COLOMBO) MASON is teaching in Lynchburg, VA. Fill us in on more details, Elise. MARIANNE MONTAGUE, who once wrote this feature of the Quarterly when she was with us at the College, is now the Director of Public Relations at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, NY. Mare also earned the MS here in 1980; she said to be sure to tell all her many friends hello — so, "Hello" from Mare. FRANIA J. POLAKOWSKI is living in New York City, where she is media director/account executive with John Emmerling, Inc. KENNETH J. REX, an area pioneer in solar industries and applications, has been included in the 1981 edition of "Men of Achievement" for his outstanding work in the energy conservation field. Ken is president of Solar Sales and Distribution, and is a partner in Rex Plumbing and Heating of Kingston, PA. He has already been named in "Who’s Who in the East" in 1980, and "Who's Who in Technology Today" in 1981, and was listed in the Direc­ tory of Distinguished Americans in 1981. PETER C. ZUBRITZKY is director of testing and a counselor in the Student Affairs Department of Robert Morris College in Coraopolis, PA. 1977 Dr. LOUIS J. CAPUTO received the DPM from the California College of Podiatric Medicine, and is a resident in podiatric surgery at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in San­ ta Clara. He resides in San Francisco. PAM EVANS is manager of E.D.P. Placements with Robert Half of Orlando, Inc. She resides in Orlando, FL. JO ANN GROUT recently received her MBA in finance from Loyola College, Baltimore, MD. She is employed as an ADP consultant in Arlington, VA. CHRISTINE A. KOTERBA is now Director of Financial Aid at Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA. She resides in Chambersburg and is enrolled in the graduate program at Shippensburg State College. Sorry this took so long to publish, Chris; we promise better service the next time around. DREW LANDMESSER is the Technical Director of the Houston Grand Opera. He held similar positions at Sus­ quehanna University and with the Colorado Opera, and was also with the Texas Opera Theater. Drew also holds the MFA degree from Penn State. Congratulations and wishes for good luck go out to DON­ NA McNAUGHTON, who was recently promoted to Vice President, Marketing with ComBank/Winter Park. She had previously been Marketing Officer with that organiza­ tion. Donna also earned a Master's degree in Counseling at Rollins College, also in Winter Park, FL. THOMAS J. WARD is manager of planning, methods, and procedures with the Pennsylvania Gas and Water Com- pany, and is one of those twenty selected to attend "Leadership Wilkes-Barre.;" For those of you who have carefully read these class notes, you found that seven of the twenty individuals in that group were Wilkes Alumni. The seminar is designed to train the leaders of the future for Wyoming Valley, and so it comes as no surprise that 35% of that group studied here at Wilkes. We have been doing the job of training leaders for nearly fifty years, and we thank Bob, Paul, Lee, Marino, Tom Ward and Tom Kelly, and Ron for being tangible examples of the role played by the College in the life of the community. 1978 ALEXIS A. BREZINSKI was recently promoted to Ac­ counting Officer with United Penn Bank, and is currently assigned to the Controller's Office here in Wilkes-Barre. She holds the BS in accounting, cum laude, and is enrolled in our MBA program. Congratulations, Alexis. DENISE C. CASEM is presently attending Wesley Theological Seminary, enrolled in the Master of Religious Education program. Denise is residing in Washington, DC. MARYJEAN DESANDES has been selected to be Ex­ ecutive Coordinator of the Allentown Community of Neighborhood Organizations. Previously, she served with the Kensington Joint Action Council in Philadelphia, the Family and Children Service Center of Lehigh County, and was a youth organizer and youth supervisor. Maryjean earned the BA degrees in Psychology and Spanish at Wilkes. She also holds an MA in social administration from Temple University. HURY GOCHEZ-KERR is a B.S.U. specialist with the Nanticoke Mental Health Center in that city. Both she and her husband Brian are studying for MS degrees in Human Services Administration. JEFFREY G. JONES is a candidate for the Ph.D. degree at the University of Rhode Island; he resides in Souderstown, RI. BRENDA KOBILIS is a registered nurse in the Emergen­ cy Room of Saint Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center in New York City, where she resides. Congratulations to DIANE (MALSHEFSKI) KOLLAR and hushand Edward on their recent marriage. Diane earned the BA in Elementary Education and Psychology and is pursuing her master's degree in rehabilitation counseling at the University of Scranton. She is a case manager with United Rehabilitation Services. Ed, also a student at Wilkes, is employed by Anthony T. Bednarz, general contractor, and is associated with H&R Block. Ed is another good reason to see Block when you need a tax return filed. SHEILA KUPINSKY tells us of her new position in the Consultation and Education Department of the HazletonNanticoke Mental Health/Retardation Center. If the name "Gail Ann Diamonds" is familiar to you folks in the Scranton area, it's because GAIL A. RINKUNAS is the proprietor/jeweler. She has been in downtown Scran­ ton for more than two years now, so be sure to see Gail for your jewelry needs, and be sure to tell her you are also a Wilkes alum. SHARON SEIDNER ROSENFELD is a teacher of bright and gifted children at the East Manhattan School. Sharon resides in Glen Oaks, NY. 1st Lt. CLARK F. SPEICHER just returned from Dhakran, Saudi Arabia, where he was on temporary duty as a U.S. Air Force advisor to the Royal Saudi Air Force. He is a Weapons Director at Hancock Field, Syracuse, NY. Clark was married on New Year's Day to 1st. Lt. Susan Walt. Susan earned a BA in music from Georgetown and a Master of Religious Education degree from Southern Bap­ tist Theological Seminary. They will reside in Liverpool, NY. Thanks for the nice things you wrote about the Quarterly. 1979 DAVID HUNGARTER recently married Terri Sherman of Wilkes-Barre. Dave is employed by Raub Supply Com­ pany, Lancaster, PA, where the Hungarters are residing. Best wishes for a long and happy marriage. NANCY J. JOHNSON is a Fleet Specialist with Nabisco Brands, Inc. here in Wilkes-Barre. Thanks for the Alumni Referral, Nancy - we appreciate your help in identifying high school seniors who you think would do well at Wilkes. THOMAS JOYCE and Robyn Wheeler were married in May 1981 and are residing in Avoca, PA. Yes, Tom, keep us informed of your situation. Congratulations to JOHN J. MACK (MBA) for his suc­ cessful completion of the Certified Public Accountant ex­ amination. John is an assistant professor of accounting at Allegheny College, Meadville, PA. MAUREEN (SHAY) PRENDERGAST gave birth to her second child, Ashley Maureen, on June 23, 1981. Proud dad is JEFF 73. Ashley joins brother Ryan Patrick, age 2, at their home in Shoemakersville, PA. Jeff is an insurance agent with Kurtz, Doud, and Nuss in Wyomissing. EILEEN (MCDONALD) RHINES wrote to tell us about her family. She is married to Yale graduate William H. Rhines — they have a son, William IV, bom July 23, 1980, and are expecting a baby in mid-spring. Let us know the good news when it happens, Eileen. Eileen is a registered nurse with Nurse Placement in Boston. The Rhines live in Framingham, MA. The marriage of ANDREA R. SCHNEIDER and JOHN R. SILK '81 took place on May 23, 1981. Andrea is a public health nurse in Laguna Hills, CA while John is a product engineer with Rockwell International in Newport Beach. The Silks reside in Costa Mesa, CA. 1980 JUDITH BELLAS is an Assistant Trust Administrator with the Lincoln Trust Company in Denver. Judy has got­ ten in on the ground floor by working with mutual funds, IRA and Keogh plans. JOSEPH CIPRIANI is enrolled at Wichita State Universi­ ty, pursuing a master's degree in Community Psychology; good luck, Joe — keep us informed of your progress. Our apologies to the Fields of Whitehall, PA. Our Winter Alumnus renamed Dr. Field, and we are sorry. The cor­ rect information should read that Dr. CLIFFORD FIELD is a resident in the Family Practice unit of Allentown's Sacred Heart Hospital. Thank you, SANDRA (RICHELMI) '78, for calling our attention to this error, and for doing it so nicely. We will also correct your address in our records so that the Quarterly can be properly delivered. FRANCIS McGRADY has been appointed Executive Director of the Wyoming Valley unit of the American Cancer Society. Congratulations, Frank. Frank graduated with honors in Business Administration, and served as a Field Representative and then Executive Director of the Lackawanna unit of the ACS. BRUCE A. MILLER has a new position as a Leasing Broker with Total Financial Services. He resides in Scran­ ton. WILLIAM J. MURTAUGH, originally from WilkesBarre, has been commissioned to the rank of Ensign in the U.S. Navy following his completion of Officer Candidate School at Newport, RI. PEGGY NITTEL is employed as a nurse in Gainesville, FL. KAREN ANN ORLOSKI is enrolled in the graduate school at Marywood College, Scranton, where she is pur­ suing a program in Studio Art. Karen resides in Duryea. MARK A, RADO is the Assistant Credit Manager with Celebrity, Inc. Mark resides in Westbury, NY. SUSAN SUCHANIC is a teacher in the first and fourth grades at St. Ignatius School in Yardley, PA. She lives in Hatboro. DONNA LEE WHITMORE is a staff nurse and lives in Succasunna, NJ. That information we received from a locator card when we "lost" Donna. So Donna, drop a note to us and let us know more about what is happening with you. ALUMNUS 3 �1981 DAWN EVANS was married to Airman MICHAEL FALDOWSKI on October 3, 1981. They are residing in Adelanto, CA. Thank you, JOE GALLI for the many nice things you said about Wilkes in your recent letter. It's reassuring to know that you can be called on for alumni work in your area. Joe is a Budget & Cost accountant with Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc., which publishes the Inquirer and the Daily News. Keep up the good work, Joe. DONALD A. GRIFFIN was recently promoted to Manager of the Pearle Vision Center in the Hanover Mall, Hanover, PA. Don lives in York. MUSTAFA MAHMOUD writes from Jordan that he is employed in the Jordanian regional office of the Boston­ based company, Foxboro. He reports that things are going well with him. Thanks, Mustafa — perhaps we can arrange an alumni get-together in Zerka. DEBORAH UGOCHUKWU is enrolled as a graduate stu­ dent at Southeastern University. She lives in Adelphi, MD. KAREN SUPKOSKI and DAVID J. McELWEE 79 were married recently. They are residing in Bloomsburg, PA, where Karen is a staff nurse in the Intensive Care Unit of Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, and David is an agent with Equitable Life Assurance Society. Best wishes, folks. Why aren't there more class notes in this issue? Simply put, it's all we had. The volume of update cards has fallen off dramatically in the past six months, and we are back to hun­ ting for information to include about alumni. You can help by sending in an update card if you have not done so during the past year, or if you have news to share with the alumni body. Your classmates and friends look for­ ward to reading about you, just as you enjoy reading about them. So take a minute and send us an update card — we'll even pay the postage just to hear from you — the cards are Business Reply cards, and need no stamp. You will also notice the statement "Ad­ dress Correction Requested" on the mailing face of the Quarterly and on some of the other mail you receive from the office. This is an instruction to the Postal Service to report back to us changes of address of the reci­ pient. The post office does a good job, too, because each time we mail an issue, we receive as many as 250 address changes from the Service. While we appreciate these new addresses, we must pay 25 cents for each one — which costs us over $1,000 a year in additional postage expenses. By making you aware of these costs, we hope you will take the initiative and tell us about impending changes of address with sufficient lead-time so that we can change our records before a new mailing is sent to your old address. Just jot the information down, giving us your name, new address, and effective date of the change, and you can help us stop spending so lost alumni. much money on tracing ‘ ’’ Please — help!! O A fage tai fe-i 1952 AL MOLOSH MAN OF THE YEAR AT WILKES Al Molosh received triple honors at the college athletic dinner December 12 in the cafeteria. The 1951 football co-caplain received the Outstanding Lineman of the Year Trophy, the Joseph Gallagher Memorial Trophy, and the Howard W. Davis Memorial Trophy. The senior from Brooklyn, NY was awarded the Davis Trophy for achievement in athletics, sportsmanship, leadership and scholarship last year and is the first two-time winner. Also receiving a mark of high esteem and a trophy for his athletic prowess was George Elias, junior from Wilkes-Barre, who was named Outstanding Back of the Year. His election as co­ captain of the 1952 football squad, along with Dan Pinkowski, was also announced at the dinner by head coach George Ralston . . . Dr. Farley spoke briefly and offered congratulations to all Wilkes teams of the past year. He stressed that athletics must be seen in a proper perspective. He went on to relate through 4 ALUMNUS ATTENTION PARENTSI If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. 1962 THE WILKES COLLEGE STORY On Wednesday morning, November 8, 1961, al 8:47 o'clock, the John Chancellor "Today" program brought to thousands of television viewers on the National Broadcasting Company network the "Wilkes College Story." If you were one of the many alumni, notified by postal, who saw the capsule, no doubt it brought you a certain nostalgia of undergraduate days. From others who never heard of Wilkes College before the show was aired, it brought congratulatory messages. So much for the tremendous impact the effort commanded. The filmed segment of "Today" consumed just two working days for the NBC production crew who arrived on the campus the week before the telecast. Heading the vanguard the previous Wednesday was Paul Cunningham, "Today's" crack roving reporter. Met at the WilkesBarre/Scranton Airport by John Whitby and John Chwalek, both of whom were directly responsible for NBC's interest in the college, Mr. Cunningham began script preparation for the program which was to be aired the following week. Meeting with Dr. Farley and members of the Administration 'and later with the heads of various departments, the announcer-producer mapped out his production schedule for the following day. Bright and early the NBC camera crew arrived Thursday and the campus of the College resembled somewhat the West Coast's Television November 8, no description is necessary; for those of you who did not, no description is possible . . . Here was a College that was unique, and because of its uniqueness, it was selected by "Today" from hundreds of other independent colleges to call the Nation's attention to the importance of higher education to community growth and progress. And its impact upon the viewers was great. From Maine, California, Florida, Arizona, and other states of the Union, letters came to the College. All of them praised the program; some requested information about the College. Certainly, no one can deny that Wilkes College won thousands of friends. Only with the passage of time will one be able to determine how many alumni were added because of "Today." WE WILKES C©LLEGE CONNECTION FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 7W-820-JI35 (Editor's Note: The following articles, descriptions, and photographs were taken verbatim from issues of the Spring Alumnus of ten, twenty, and thirty years ago.) who . .. what ... where ... . We all know :L. ... 1961 ™ ,r_. in 1962/, but ...\ z were ...._ these ::: the year was land .reported why 900-1,000 people gathered together? A special prize for the alumnus who identifies the most people in the photo and tells where and why the gathering took place. personal experience that it is the mental and physical training gained from college athletics that counts most. RESEARCH PROGRAM FOR WILKES LABS A Wilkes-Barre physician's zeal for research has enabled the College to establish a program of medical research within its biology department. The physician is Dr. Sheldon G. Cohen, who has been authorized by the U.S. Public Health Service to use Wilkes facilities for carrying on the research he began as an immunologist in the Gibson Laboratories of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Having received two substantial grants from the National Heart Institute and the National Microbiological Institute, subdivisions of the Public Health Service, Dr. Cohen is continuing his investigation of the role of infection, allergy, and immunity in rheumatic fever and tuberculosis. A fellow of the American College of Allergists the college laboratories. WILKES TO TRAIN HEAD NURSES AND INSTRUCTORS As some 16 student nurses from Wyoming Valley Hospital complete their pre-clinical period of training at Wilkes under an arrangement that may be extended to include other hospitals in the area, word comes from the President's office that Miss Ruth Jessee of Presbyterian Hospital, Philadelphia, will head the recently approved twoyear course leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education. She will undertake her duties here in September, 1952. The new program in nursing education is intended to supply hospitals and schools of nursing with instructors, head nurses, and supervisors. Any state-registered nurse graduated from an approved school of nursing may become a candidate for the degree. Such a student may receive a maximum of 60 credits for work done in the school of nursing but must earn at the College at least 60 of the 120 credits required for the degree. 1972 S300.000 ALUMNI CHALLENGE FACING ALUMNI Letters have been mailed to some 8,000 Wilkes College Alumni appealing for funds to meet the goal of the Alumni Challenge - $300,000 from 3,000 alumni by June 30, 1973. The letter was sent by Robert H. Melson, chairman of the 1972 Wilkes College Alumni Fund and vice president of the administration, Carpenter Technology Corporation. Melson stated in part: "Over the years, at one time or another, all of us have been especially proud of our association with Wilkes College. Whether it was a particular event or the combination of many forces and events which have influenced the continued growth and reputation of Wilkes, we as alumni hold a stake in all that is Wilkes. And now, more than ever before, we must give active tangible support to sustain our stake in Wilkes." Melson called attention to the matching gift programs in which many organizations participate. Employees affiliated with a Matching Gift Company may have their gifts to Wilkes matched in whole or part by the organization. Alumni were also invited to join the Gene Farley Club, membership of which is open to all alumni who contribute a minimum of $100 a year to the Alumni Fund. separate occasions, the "Catawissa Flash" as he was affectionately called, broke the game century yard barrier. Earlier this year he joined Joe Wiendl in Blue and Gold football immortality by having his famed number "21" retired by the athletic committee. Complimenting Yeager on the female side of the dias was women's basketball and hockey fixture Kathy Davies . . . SENIOR TEDDY YEAGER SELECTED AS WILKES ATHLETE OF YEAR Four-year football and baseball standout Ted Yeager was accorded "Athlete of the Year" honors at the college's 26th annual athletic dinner on April 16. The 5-6, 160 pound mini-mite from Catawissa succeeds last year's winner, Dave Kaschak, as the recipient of Wilkes College's most coveted athletic honor. Football was his forte and the diminutive halfback thrilled Colonel faithful for four seasons, ripping off 2,869 yards of real estate. On 11 ALUMNI NEWS . . . Atty. ARTHUR DALESSANDRO was recently named Judge of the Court of Common Pleas in Luzerne County . . . RAYMOND LITMAN has been named an assistant vice president in the Security Division of Bankers Trust Company. Ray resides in Plymouth Meeting ... a son, James, born on August 26, 1971, to Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Mengeringhausen. Mrs. Mengeringhausen is the former SUSAN JONES . . . MELINDA DAWSON became the bride of T. Stephen Turnbull. They reside in Charlottesville, VA. O ALUMNUS 5 �EDUCATION I See It {Bob Barral! was bom and reared in Pennsylvania, and earned the AB in History in 1953 at Wilkes. He taught history and English at Moorestown High School in New Jersey for some twenty years, twelve of those years in a wheelchair following the onset of multiple sclerosis and other handicaps. The essays included in AS I SEE IT were written while Bob was a resident-patient at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Palo Alto, California for the building newspaper there.} AS I SEE IT, harvest time is a good time to reap the rewards for cultivating our own gardens and a good time to prepare the soil for new crops. It is altogether fitting that people, young and old, return to their studies to prepare the intellectual soil for a new crop of enlightened souls. This is the time the leaves begin to turn on the trees and in the notebooks. If we watch during the coming year what we plant in our minds day by day, next autumn we will reap a harvest of greater happiness and more worthy lives. As I see it, education is the whole purpose of life. True, education deals with what many people call facts. Facts, to be sure, are interesting things. By themselves, however, facts are always dependent on many other things, such as application, relevancy, appropriateness, timeliness, interpretation, context, and other facts. Education is always more than facts. Education deals with the meaning of facts. It may be, as suggested long ago by a sage, that the only real fact is that true education is what is left after all the facts are forgotten. We are here to learn more than mere facts; we are here to learn the meaning, relationship, and efficient, worthy use of the facts in our lives. Education, clearly defined - and purely refined by living - builds character. Anyone can be a character, but having character is better. We must 6 ALUMNUS make the most and the best of what we are and what we have. The difference between success and failure is often determined not so much by what happens to us but by what we let it do to us, or for us. We have the incredible godlike power to make the right things happen! This is our birthright and our privilege. This is character, This is education in action. I was amused some years ago when I read somewhere that the value of a liberal education is that it teaches us to hate the wealth it keeps us from earning. In reflection, many years later, I would say that he who hates wealth is a crazy, mixed-up cowboy who has never left the ranch. That kind of thinking comes from shallow minds with an "education" that is neither liberal nor educational. Wealth by itself is neither good nor bad. Wrong use of wealth leads to destruction. Right use of wealth leads to greater happiness, greater power to serve, and greater fulfillment. It beats poverty by a mile, for my money. Similarly, wrong use of education leads to disaster. Right use of education opens windows in our minds and opportunities in our lives. I was also amused some years ago when I read a sign, in an examination room, that read something like this: "When you were bom, you were given two ends, one to think with and one to sit on. What happens to you in life depends on which end you use. Heads, you win. Tails, you lose." There is some truth to this statement, but I do wish more people would learn to use their hearts as well as their heads. Maybe such things as war and poverty would only be history lessons about man's past stupidity. Isn't it amazing that such conditions still persist in a world that turns out more geniuses with more university degrees than ever before? Obviously, we are developing the mind and neglecting the soul. Obviously, too, developing the mind and not the soul is NOT education. It is personal and social suicide. Many people in our society seek education for the wrong reasons or for reasons that are too limited to lead to personal fulfillment. Some seek better jobs, less work, more pay, power over others, more idle time, public acclaim, private fortunes, etc. Some find a sense of security in education without ever finding it in their own souls. There really is only one good reason to become educated - to become better human beings living better lives in perfect harmony with God, our fellow man, and ourselves. Anything less than that, anything other than that, is rubbish. The master teacher Jesus told it right, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all things shall be added unto you." Socrates said, "Know thyself." Saint Augustine suggested we find ourselves - because when we truly find ourselves, we shall have found God. Unless we find ourselves doing the most of the best we can do for everyone we meet, we can hardly call ourselves "educated." "Better jobs" and "more money" are probably the biggest motivators toward more education. Would that we would be seeking "better lives" and "more soul.” Education helps, but one does not need formal education to get a good job or to get rich. To get money and position, one needs native intelligence, desire, energy, ambition, aggressiveness, a good idea, the right breaks, and persistence. The records are full of success stories of poor kids without much formal education who became rich, famous, and powerful. If we don’t have the other qualities, we won’t ’’make it” no matter how much formal education we have. But when we add soul to those other qualities, we have an indomitable combination for greatness — with or without formal education. I believe in education, both formal and informal. There is no substitute for the fellow who knows his job. The old tale “It’s not what you know, but who you know" is pure hogwash. Knowing the right people might get a fellow a job, but if he doesn't know the right things, chances are he won't keep the job long. There is no substitute for knowing the right things and being the right kind of person. If a person knows the right things, the right people will get to know him if he circulates enough. Everyone is looking for productive people! By the same token, inheriting wealth or having a rich uncle gives some advantages, but if a person does not have the qualities of a good human being, chances are that he won't keep the wealth or the advantages long. Formal education, often used as a means to acquire wealth and comfort, should be a means to live a better, richer, fuller, more worthy life. Most people learn more and do better things with their lives by having had a formal education than they would learn or do without the education. However, degrees don't guarantee anyone happiness or success. Nor do they necessarily bring wisdom or wealth. All real education is self-education. It is self­ enlightenment. It is something that happens differently within each man’s soul and brain. It is understanding something personally in a way that was never before known to him. While education is never facts, books, or courses, it is often a reaction to facts, books, or courses. More often, it is a reaction to an idea, a teacher, another human being, or to life itself. Education is never regurgitation. It is increased awareness. It is revelation. We don't give or provide our children an education. We simply create more and better situations where education takes place productively. We speed and expand the process of learning. Life and mind are the educators. We merely release the educators held captive within ourselves. Perhaps education is what happens to us when we are rubbed the wrong way, rubbed the right way, and then notice and apply the difference wisely to life situations. Perhaps education is learning to "accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative," as the wise old songwriter says. Perhaps education is learning to live together peacefully, profitably, happily, willingly, and effectively. Perhaps education is learning to truly love one another. So be it! — Robert J. Barrall '53 Reprinted with permission from AS I SEE IT. published ICT >V Vantage Press, Inc., 516 West 34th St., New York 10001. -L c-—-3 by Eddie White III 'BO I"""a---------------------------------------------- UNSWORTH NEW FOOTBALL CHIEF by: Eddie White, HI Veteran Wilkes football followers will be treated to a high-powered offensive attack when the 1982 grid Colonels take the field. Former Franklin College assistant grid coach Bill Unsworth was named as the new head football mentor at Wilkes in February succeeding Rollie Schmidt who resigned after 20 seasons at the helm of the blue and gold. Unsworth, who was the offensive line coach at the Indiana school for the past five years, will bring his “Run and Shoot” offense to the Wilkes campus. This offense had its quarterbacks ranked among the nation’s “Top 10" in the NAIA in 16 of the past 18 seasons. This past season, the "Run and Shoot,” which features only one back and four receivers, was rated No. 1 in the NCAA Division II. Unsworth was head football scout for Franklin from 1972-77 before becoming a defensive assistant in 1977. In 1978 he became a full-time assistant in charge of the offensive line. In addition to his ootball coaching duties at Franklin, he a so served the school as head trainer, ead wrestling coach and assistant professor of physical education. , .", - in 310 iW'HIIWMii “We’re happy to be able to acquire a talent like Bill,” said Wilkes president Robert S. Capin. “He has the experience we had been looking for and the personality to deal with our football team. We hope that his background and technical skills will lead to a very successful football program.” During Unsworth’s five years at Franklin, the football team was conference champions in 1977, 1980 and 1981; runner-up in 1979; ranked No. 12 in the NCAA II in 1980 and 1981; No. 1 in the NCAA II pass offense in 1981; No. 2 in pass offense in 1980; No. 6 in NCAA II in scoring in 1981 and No. 3 in the NAIA in scoring in 1977. Recruiting is one of the strong points for the 32-year old Unsworth. In his first year (1977), Franklin had 86 recruits visit the campus, but this past year, he helped raise that number to 230. Another number Unsworth will be looking to raise this season will be wins for Wilkes. The Colonels are coming off their worst year ever, an 0-9 mark during the 1981 grid campaign. o 1982 Spring Sports Schedule MEN’S TENNIS — Tom Rokita, coach March 1:00 27 Juniata H H 3:00 31 Ursinus April A 2:00 Elizabethtown 3 H 3:00 6 Scranton A 2:30 8 Susquehanna A 3:00 14 Lycoming H 3:00 16 King's 3:00 20 Scranton A H 24 Albright 1:00 27 King’s A 3:00 A 28 Muhlenberg 3:00 GOLF — Rollie Schmidt, coach March 31 Ursinus/Lycoming Urs. April 5 Muhlenberg A 8 Scranton/Upsala H H 12 King’s 15 Moravian H 20 Susquehanna/Scranton H 21 East Stroudsburg H Jun. 23 Juniata/Albright A 26 MACS 29 Scranton/Leb. Valley Scr. 1:00 1:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 2:00 1:00 1:00 SOFTBALL — Nancy Roberts, coach March 3:30 H 23 Bucknell (DH) 3:00 A 29 Misericordia April 3:00 H 1 Mansfield (DH) 2:00 H 3 Juniata (DH) 3:00 H 5 King's (DH) 3:00 H 7 Elizabethtown (DH) 3:00 H 13 LCCC 4:00 A 15 Marywood A 11:00 17 Susquehanna (DH) 3:00 A 19 Delaware Valley 3:30 A 23 Upsala 3:00 A 26 Scranton (DH) May 1:00 H 1 Bloomsburg (DH) MEN’S BASEBALL Bob Duliba, coach March 27 Kutztown (DH) 31 Scranton (DH) April 3 Susquehanna (DH) 5 Muhlenberg 6 King’s (DH) 8 Elizabethtown (DH) 10 Oswego (DH) 13 East Stroudsburg (DH) 15 Albright (DH) 17 Delaware Valley (DH) 19 Bloomsburg (DH) 21 Scranton (DH) 24 Juniata (DH) 27 Moravian 29 King’s (DH) May 3 Upsala H A 1:00 1:00 H H A A H H A A H H H A H 1:00 3:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 3:00 1:00 H 3:00 ALUMNUS 7 �A Status Report On Financial Aid The word for the day is financial aid. The word for the next few days is financial aid. The word for the future is financial aid. If you are currently a college student, or a parent of a college-bound student, or a parent with visions of sending your son or daughter to college someday, then yes, indeed, your word for the day should be financial aid. On February 8 the President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, sent to Congress a proposed budget which, if fully accepted, would cut federal aid available on campuses by 50 percent for the academic year beginning September 1983. The budget cuts would eliminate over 2.3 million awards to needy students and impose restrictions on the Guaranteed Student Loan program, which would deprive some 600,000 graduate students of the principal means of financing their education. Wilkes College, like virtually every other institution of higher learning across the country, is concerned and is taking action. At a recent press conference at Wilkes, College officials unveiled PROJECT: F.A.C.T. (Financial Aid Commitment Team) which is a joint effort by Wilkes, College Misericordia, King's College, The Pennsylvania State University (Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton Campuses), and Luzerne County Community College to inform and advise all college and community constituencies of the facts and figures which relate to President Reagan's proposed cutbacks. The intent is to put into clear and concise terms the impact this decision will have on students, colleges and the communities they serve. The series of articles which follows is designed to help you better understand what has transpired thus far in the continuing financial aid story. The articles will also provide background information to those concerned enough to write their Congressman and senators in an effort to gain support for the survival of higher education into the future. 8 ALUMNUS A HISTORY OF FEDERAL SUPPORT TO EDUCATION SOURCE: American Council on Education January 22, 1982 Federal support for education programs has been long-term and bipartisan. When Congress enacted the National Defense Education Act in 1958 — at President Dwight Eisenhower's request — it said: . . the security of the nation requires the fullest development of the mental resources and technical skills of its young men and women . . . We must increase our efforts to identify and educate more of the talent of this nation. This requires programs that will give assurance that no student of ability will be denied an opportunity for higher education because of financial need. . . ." President Lyndon Johnson, a former teacher, in a 1965 education message said: "Every child must be encouraged to get as much education as he has the ability to take. We want this not only for his sake, but for the nation's sake. Nothing matters more to the future of our country: not our military preparedness — for armed might is worthless if we lack the brainpower to build a world of peace; not our productive economy — for we cannot sustain growth without trained manpower; not our democratic system of government — for freedom is fragile if citizens are ignorant." President Richard Nixon in 1970 declared: "No qualified student who wants to go to college should be barred by lack of money. That has long been a great American goal; I propose that we achieve it now ..." The resulting legislation set up the Basic Education Opportunity or Pell Grant program. President Jimmy Carter said in 1980: Through the Middle Income Student Assistance Act we've brought college within the reach of every student in this nation who's qualified for higher education. The idea that lack of money should be no barrier to a college education is no longer a dream, it's a reality. ..." This commitment is being challenged by the Reagan administration. Federal budget chief David Stockman has told the House Budget Committee: "I do not accept the notion that the federal government has an obligation to fund generous grants to anybody who wants to go to college. It seems to me that if people want to go to college bad enough, then there is opportunity and responsibility on their part to finance their way through the best they can." A REVIEW OF PRESIDENT REAGAN'S PROPOSED CUTBACKS SOURCE: Editorial Projects in Education February 11, 1982 Pell Grants would be cut from $2.28 billion to $2.19 billion in the current fiscal year, then reduced by 36 percent to $1.4 billion in fiscal 1983. That is $1.4 billion below the program ceiling provided in the Reconciliation Act of last summer. The changes, if accepted by Congress, would remove nearly one million students from eligibility — almost onethird of current recipients, highereducation organizations estimate. In addition, the maximum Pell Grant award of $1,800 provided for under the current law would be cut to $1,600 next year by increasing the percentage of income that students and their families are expected to contribute to college costs. ► Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants. The SEOG awards, which currently serve about 615,000 students attending higher-priced institutions, public and private, would be eliminated. ► National Direct Student Loans. This program, in which new federal capital provides loans to 266,000 students, would be eliminated. ► State Student Incentive Grants. This assistance program, which matches state aid with federal money for more than 300,000 students, would be eliminated as well. ► College Work-Study Program. If this program is reduced by the proposed 25 percent, nearly 240,000 students would be forced out of this supplementary way of earning money for school. ► Graduate Fellowship Program. The Administration will seek to phase out this program, established under Title IX of the Higher Education Act and currently providing more than 1,200 fellowships to minorities and women. t> Guaranteed Student Loans. President Reagan's budget proposal would deny eligibility to graduate and professional students, who make up 15-20 percent of all borrowers. Nationwide, about 600,000 graduate students — roughly half of those enrolled — are currently borrowing under the program, many of them close to the annual limit of $5,000. Graduate students would be eligible for Auxiliary Loans to Assist Students, which carry a 14-percent interest rate instead of the GSL's 9-percent rate. In addition, the GSL origination fee would be doubled from 5 percent to 10 percent. A student who needed a $2,000 loan would have to borrow $2,200. A $30,000 income-eligibility cap would be replaced by limiting eligibility to “unmet need"— that is, cost minus family contribution to other aid. Additional Cuts. The Administration will seek an additional $142 million in student-aid cuts for the current fiscal year. Cumulatively, the changes would represent a loss of over 2.4 million awards, which could force hundreds of thousands of students to drop out of college or change their educational plans, financial-aid experts are predicting. Overall, President Reagan proposed tk*sPending for programs now in he Department of Education to $10 i hon in fiscal 1983 — about 25 percent ess than the $13 billion provided by L-ongress for fiscal 1982. If Congress approves the Administration's plan to ransfer some of the department's Programs to other federal agencies, the udget for a stripped-down education oundation would total only $8.8 billion. THE IMPACT AT HOME: WHAT THE CUTBACKS WILL MEAN AT WILKES SOURCE: Mrs. Rachael Lohman Director of Financial Aid Wilkes College February 17, 1982 The proposed reductions in financial aid for fiscal years 1982-83 and 1983-84 will adversely impact on a number of students at Wilkes College as it will on students at colleges throughout the country. Most students will realize a reduction in one or more components of their financial aid packages. Some students may have to postpone going to college, or try to attend part-time. Proposed recessions for the 1982-83 academic year include a substantial reduction in Pell Grants (Basic Grant), National Direct Student Loans, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, and College Work-Study programs. The Reagan administration also plans additional restrictions on the Guaranteed Student Loan Program. For the 1983-84 academic year, the budget proposal calls for the elimination of the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant and the State Student Incentive Grants programs, further cuts in the Pell Grant and College Work-Study programs, and no new funding for the National Direct Student Loan program. During the current academic year 1,103 Wilkes students have received Pell Grants amounting to $1,070,000. If the proposed cuts to this program are passed by Congress, over 300 of these students may lose this aid. The total dollar amount of lost Pell Grants would be in excess of $300,000. An additional $120,000 would be lost in Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants and College Work-Study funds allowing for approximately 75 fewer awards of Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants and 145 fewer awards of College Work-Study. For the 1983-84 academic year, Wilkes College would suffer a loss of $650,000. Expressed by programs, our students will receive 440 fewer Pell Grants, 222 fewer Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant awards and 128 fewer College Work-Study awards than in the current academic year. Of perhaps even greater significance are the increased restrictions on the Guaranteed Student Loan Program. Prior to October 1981, graduate and undergraduate students were able to borrow under this program without regard to need. This year, Wilkes processed over 1300 loans totaling in excess of $3,000,000. Approximately Vs of our graduate students use funds from the Guaranteed Student Loan program to help finance their education. For many of these students, it is the only aid available. The proposed changes to this program would eliminate graduate student eligibility entirely. Another 250-300 Wilkes students may be eliminated from the Guaranteed Student Loan program if the need analysis is extended to all applicants. Currently, a needs analysis is only required for those applicants whose family income is in excess of $30,000. These proposed reductions and restrictions in federal student assistance programs may deny many students the opportunity of equal access to higher education. Certainly, they will have a serious effect on Wilkes College and the students. ANOTHER VIEW: DEPLETING OUR CAPITAL By: Anthony Lewis Editor's Note: Mr. Anthony Lewis is a Pulitzer Prize winning columnist for The New York Times. He was at Wilkes College on February 9 to deliver the inaugural lecture for the Wilkes College Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and Humanities and, upon his return to Boston, wrote this article which appeared in The New York Times on February 10, 1982. © 1982 by The New York Times Company. Reprinted with permission. WILKES-BARRE, Pa., Feb. 10 — It did not generate big headlines at first, but around the country one idea in President Reagan's budget is arousing a new kind of concern and resistance. That is the proposal to cut back drastically — in many cases to eliminate — federally insured loans and other help for college and graduate school students. The impact of the Reagan proposal would be serious at the big universities. It would be devastating at the thousands of smaller private colleges that play such an important role in American education. There is an example here in the old industrial-mining area of northeast Pennsylvania that tells the story. Wilkes College is a nondenominational college that occupies some wonderful old Victorian mansions and good modern buildings in Wilkes-Barre. It has 2,100 full-time students, who pay $4,200 a year for tuition and $2,100 more for board and room if they live in a dormitory. More than 1,100 of those students now have federally insured loans. "Many of them could not come without the Federal loans," says Robert S. Capin, president of the college. "They would postpone college, or try to come part-time. But part-time jobs are scarce nowadays — that's another problem." The college has balanced its budget for years, but a big drop in the student body would sharply change the picture. Capin said it would be hard to cope with "the ALUMNUS 9 �loss of even 100 students — and that’s a modest estimate of what could happen." President Reagan's Secretary of Education T. H. Bell, defended the budget proposal by saying the Federal Government could no longer afford posh student aid." But no one looking at the facts here on the ground could believe that either the present loans or their recipients are "posh." Wilkes was founded in 1933, as a junior college, in part to educate the families of miners. It became a regular four-year school in 1947. The students now come not only from this area but from New Jersey and New York. And 75 percent of them get financial aid, through Federal or Pennsylvania programs or modest amounts the college has available for scholarships. Last year President Reagan proposed, and Congress passed, legislation to limit the Federal loan program to students who really need the help. That was a wise change. The previous system, where someone from the wealthiest family could get a loan and have Washington pay the interest while he was in college, could not be justified either economically or morally. But this year's budget proposals are very different, removing various kinds of support from students who are not able to pay their own way. The budget would eliminate 625 000 loans for graduate students and several hundred thousand — no definite figure is available — for undergraduates. It would also make drastic reductions in other Federal aid for higher education. eliminating as many as 2.4 million awards to needy students. Many colleges and universities, small and large are criticizing the Reagan proposals. This is one issue on which students and administrators, faculty and parents are likely to agree. The resistance could become politically significant. Of course there is an element of selfishness in the criticism whether from the colleges or the families that may be affected. But over the last 25 years Federal student loans and other aid programs for higher education have become important to American society, and there is no visible way for states or private institutions to replace them. The aid is especially important in one respect that might have been expected to appeal to the Reagan philosophy: in increasing social mobility. Education is a crucial way for individuals to escape from a background of poverty. Federal loans now enable a young man or woman without family resources to become a professional — a lawyer a teacher. It is the modern task, in cur mass society, to realize the American dream. Smashing the graduate schools seems a particular folly in that light. And many of them would be smashed if the 1981 benefactors The following listing identifies those alumni who pledged or contributed to the College in 1981. We recognize wM pride these individuals who, through their generosity, have assisted us in better meeting the needs of our students. Such alumni participation is vital in encouraging friends, businesses, corporations, and foundations to also support Wilkes College, and we thank you for your help. theg^HEw^ 1935 Charles N. Burns Eleanor Scureman Fox Edward G. Hartmann Robert H. Melson Kenneth M. Miller Joseph H. Salsburg Sidney Tomberg 1936 Hilda Fletcher Fenner Dilys M. Jones Mirko J. Tuhy 1937 Regina Walsh Hoban Ralph J. Johnston James T. Mayock Donald P. McHugh Joseph J. Podrasky Betty Tonks Rees Leon Rokosz CACHE-CACHE 1980 60x68 THE GALLERY From March 21 until April 18, The Sordoni Art Gallery will feature the works of art faculty member Berenice D’Vorzon. The show consists of approximately 25 works, both graphics and paintings. For the past several years, Professor D’Vorzon has been involved with shafts of light and color as experienced in Federal loan program is simply cut out for them as the budget suggests. For the Reagan Administration to make such proposals is peculiar in another sense. The central theme of the President's domestic policy is that the United States must become more productive, modernize its economy, compete more vigorously in the world. Are we going to do that while reducing our people's opportunity for education? nature and the shapes and relationships of space as formed by matter. This show, however, contains all new works. On sabbatical for the last year, she has worked and exhibited extensively, and was recently awarded “The Best Abstract Painting in Show,” at the Guild Hall Museum Annual in New York. Her works are included in many private and corporate collections. O Matching Japan in the new high technology is not going to be done by physical investment alone. It requires development of America's human capital. It requires education that can cope with the sophisticated requirements not only of microchips but of human communication. Looking at the world, there is no reason to believe that ignorance is going to make the United States thrive. 1938 John R. Glace Nicholas Goobic Lillian Morgan Mayka John J. Mondry Simon Russin, Jr. Ilaria Stemiuk Zubritzky 1939 Francis A. Baldauski Betty Davidson Braun Marion Martin Frantz Robert M. Kerr Dorothy Hughes Roy<rar Robert D. Royer 1940 James B. Aikman Lydia Greenbaum Berman Jane Mackenrow Hough Uon F. Wazeter 1941 Ben Badman Stephen M. Charney W. Carey Evans Alfred S. Groh Robert |, Hourican 1942 Richard C. Bantie Phyllis Eichler Berger Elmo Clemente Rita Seitchek Dicker Alfred Eisenpreis Joseph B. Farrell Bernard J. Fladd Robert H. Fritzges Sheldon L. Greenbaum Elizabeth Womelsdorf Mitchell Forrest W. Price, Jr. Sallyanne Frank Rosenn Robert Rovinski Joseph G. Sweeney Aaron Weiss 1943 Peter P. Caprari Betty Woolcock Dewitt John P. Heim Nelson Jones John C. Keeney Bertha Arnold Park Treveryan Williams Speicher Margaret Wilson Wood 1944 Robert Barnum Ethel Farley Douglass Loretta Farris James M. Gearhart Ruth Punshon Jones George Papadoplos Katheryn Hiscox Quinn Daniel Williams John K. Zwiebel 1945 Gifford S. Cappellini Louise Saba Carol Louise S. Hazeltine Jean Steele Iba Eugenia Brislin Keeney Emrys P. Lewis, Jr. Harvey Tractenberg Mary Heness Ward 1946 Ralph G. Beane William F. Ellis Jean Lampert Lewis Albert N. Miller Jane Walksman Roth 1947 Alice John Butkiewicz M. Lloyd Davies Martha Hoyle Fier George J. Kuzmak 1948 Anthony J. Bartoletti Irene Wienckowski Caprari Ralph P. Carey Jeanne Machonis Carpenter Richard H. Conklin John Cooney Rhuea Williams Culp Frances Wentzel Dudeck J. Glenn Gooch John E. Gorski Michael Harris Leonard E. Kovalski Edythe Rudolph Landau Anna Cheponis Lewis William H. Lewis Joan Wylie Maczuga Clement L. Majcher Robert Mikulewicz Muriel Bransdorf Mintzer Arnold Nachlis William M. Nancarrow Clemens A. Pell John M. Porter William Rice Robert C. Riley Joseph J. Savitz Gordon R. Schlier Harry Scott Willard R. Shaw Joseph B. Slamon, Jr. Harold D. Smith Frederick D. Varker 1949 Eugene R. Anderson Robert Anthony Paul J. Bamoskie Doris Gorka Bartuska Jack W. Brobyn Francis M. Carson Ralph B. Connor John M. Culp William C. Davenport Paul F. Dewitt Carl W. Dudeck Harry Fierverker Shirley Rees Fleet Thomas M, Gill Marjorie T. Green Louis T. Groshel Naomi Hons Haag Karl L. Haas James M. Hofford Joseph Kanner Clayton Karambelas David Katz Jack M. Kloeber Edwin M. Kosik David T. Martin Jerome Mintzer Joseph Pinola Margaret Woolcock Porter Marvin Roth Clemence A Scott Francis J. Shinaly Leonard J. Swicklik Richard H. Widman 1950 Allan J. Allan Edna Sabol Andrews William Bergstrasser Harry H. Black William W. Boyd Frederick Bragg Joseph P. Brennan George Brody William J. Brown Augustus C. Buzby Robert S. Capin Joseph N. Coplan Dolores Passeri Dimaggio Michael T. Elchak Ruth Trethaway Eyerman Jean Ditoro Erickson Don C. Follmer Arlene Pletcher Garueld Walter F. Haczewski Albert E. Herbert George E. Hudock, Jr. Lois DeGraw Huffman Edwin L. Johnson Luther R. Jones Raymond S. Kinback Francis S. Koch Edward Lidz Benjamin S. MaCZUga Alfred D. Markim Walter E. Mokychic John P. Nelson Virginia Meissner Nelson Chester P. Omichinski Charles M. O'Shea Jr. Lawrence B. Pelesh Edgar Plummer William A. Plummer Martin D. Popky Charles F. Remington Clyde Ritter Florence Kunen Savitz John R. Semmer Daniel Sherman John N. Shoemaker Man-in Smith Priscilla Sweeney Smith Thomas T. Smith Anthony Urban Henry S. Vanoski 1951 Leonard Z. Bartikowsky Elmo Begliomini Fred Bellas Frederick E. Brotherton Sanford Cohen Peter J. Corey Delbert Cragle Bartel E. Ecker John H. Ellis, Jr. Olin W. Evans John M. Fink Joseph C. Ford Joseph 1. Gerko John A Good Harold W. Graboske Harold E. Grimes Robert W. Hall George P. Heffernan, Jr. Hany R. Hiscox William J. Hopkins Charles F. Jackson Stanley J. Keszek Donald C. Kivler Philip Nicholas Alma Fanucci Omlrhinski William A Perlmuth Richard Raiber Marita Sheridan Riley Robert J. Smith Joseph Stephens E. Olin Thomas Irene Sheplock Toomas Richard Todd James Trumbcwer Daniel M. Ungvarsky Vester V. Vercoe William J. Williams 1952 John D. Bma Ruth Carey Creucher Loma Crmghlm Dane Paul J. DeSncre PrisdEa Swartwood Drake Boyd L. Earl Walter Elston Howard A Gonchar Carol Reynar HaC LeeAnn Jakes Johnson Anthony J. Kowalec Richard" F. Laux Edwin F. Mailorder Robert D. Morris John W. Murtha Jr. Louise Brennan Nicholas Edmund V. Niklewski William J. Pickett Jr. George F. Scheers Girl Strye Joseph J. Stucdo lean Nordstrom Sutherland Catherine Read Thompson William J. Vmphred Carl Wallison �1953 Paul B. Beers Fay Jaffe Berg Richard D. Bush Elizabeth Badman Campbell Edwin E. Cobleigh Kenneth N. Gower Murray R. Hartman Denah Fleisher Heller Homer Huffman Dolores Roth Karassick Renee Janoski Karski Theodore L. Krohn Joseph Kropiewnicki Alan G. Levin Elaine Nesbitt Nicholas Edward G. Pollock Leo E Rydzewski Myra Kornsweig Smulyan Leo Solomon Donald F. Taylor Stephen C. Thomas Leonard Winski Elsie Giuliani Yarasheski Joseph G. Yaroshinsky Sandor Yelen 1954 Anita Gordon Allen Robert T. Croucher Daniel Dennis Lewis B. Giuliani Thelma Williams Hagen Marvin Kanner Carl Karassik Thomas E. Kelly Edward A. Laux Katherine Goetzman Peckham David G. Phillips E. James Phillips, Jr. Harry A. Pittman Ralph Rozelle Alexander D. Shaw, III Joseph J. Sikora Albert J. Wallace Ruth Dilley Wallison Esther Sipple Wilson Peter Wurm 1955 John F. Aquilino Dean A. Arvan Edna Phelps Baldrica J. Warren Blaker Edward S. Cologie Miriam Dearden Elias Melvin W. Farkas Benjamin E Fiester, Jr. Sandy A. Furey Elaine Witiak Furey Dorothy E. Hessler David L. Boats Arthur J. Hoover Arthur E. Irndorf 12 ALUMNUS Joshua J. Kaufman Mary Kozak Motsavage Albert P. Nicholas Helen Koelsch Nielsen John S. Novitski Nancy Powell Parry John S. Prater David Rosser Robert S. Rydzewski Beryl Evans Thomas Janet Eckell Tuttle Dominic C. Varisco Edward E. Yarasheski 1956 Sylvia I. Bator George H. Batterson Fred J. Boole Forrest W. Bromfield Richard B. Carpenter Robert Elias James F. Ferris Monroe H. Firestone Clarence C. Givens Henry K. Goetzman Hugh B. Hughes Joseph R. Jablonski James E. Jones Nancy Batcheler Juris David Lucchino Donald D. McFadden Phyllis Schrader Mensch Chester H. Miller, Jr. Irma Bianconi Molitoris Jan Olenginski Benjamin Omilian Charles Petrilak Lois Jones Petrilak D. Glenn Phethean Jessie Roderick Constance Kamaninas Schaefer Samuel R. Shugar Arthur Stackel, Jr. John E. Suffren Nancy Beam Thomas Gilbert D. Tough Victoria Zavatski Wallace Patricia Stout Williams 1957 Charles R. Abate Joseph J. Chmiola Jesse H. Choper Lawrence E. Cohen Myrtle Craze Frank P. Cuscela John H. Doran Bettijane Long Eisenpreis Gloria Dean Elston William M. Parish Seymour Holtzman Thomas N. Kaska Anne Faust Kauffman George Kolesar Frederick J. Krohle Jean Schraeder Kuchinskas Anthony W. Kutz John 0. Lychos Melvin McNew Arthur N. Meyer Frances Yeager Miller John H. Milliman Samuel C. Mines Lois Tremayne Myers Martin Novak Nancy Morris Phethean Shirley J. Ray Tillie Rose Rosenn Eugene Roth George J. Siles Margaret E. Smith Terry L. Smith Jerome Stein Karl M. Thomas William H. Tremayne Matilda M. Trzcinski Marion Payne Tubbs Neil A. Turtel Carl R. Urbanski 1958 Gene W. Andrukite Anthony M. Bianco Susan Shoff Bianco Mary Mattey Borgersen Spencer L. Buck Samuel T. Buckman, Jr. Harry Davenport William J. Donovan Margaret Watkins Doran Lee W. Eckert Daniel Falkowitz William P. Giacomini Beverly Blakeslee Hiscox Gloria Friedman Lyons Joseph C. Macaravage Clarence Michael Gerald Minturn Robert E. Mioduski George Morrash Theresa Mazzarella Morrow Thomas Myers Ginny Leonardi Novak Vera Wroble Pitel Carolyn Goeringer Raymond William Savitsky Robert Scally Andrew Shaw, Jr. Ralph S. Smith Melinda Passarelli Sokol Robert A. Sokol Robert Sutherland Arthur Tambur David J. Thomas Pau! J. Tracy Ronald Tremayne David E. Vann William I. J. Williams Thomas A. Yahara Robert C. Zajkowski 1959 Richard Aston Mary Boretz Brand Joseph C. Conway Alfred F. D'Anca Morgan Davis Robert E. Davis Nicholas Giordano Janice Finley Herrold Arline J. Hill Frederick J. Hills Carl Juris Elisabeth Schwartz King Albert Kuchinskas John R. Lewis Beulah J. Llewellyn John H. Maylock Barbara Drasher Mertens Robert C. Morgan Margaret Smith Morris Shirley Baroody Myers Janice Reynolds Nagle Chester J. Nocek Eileen Falsie Olivia Robert J. Pitel Margaret Jones Roberts Mary Anchel Sabel John Schade George R. Schall David Schoenfeld Robert J. Sestak Carol Miller Snyder Elmer F. Snyder Gustave E. Sundberg James 0. Thomas Reginald Travis Louis J. Vozniak David Williams, Jr. Karen Karmilowicz Williams Edison W. Wolfe Robert Yokavonus Carl V. Zoolkoski 1960 Donald Barovich Robert T. Beneski Joan Llewellyn Buckman Earle V. Charles, Jr. William M. Cox Louis D. Davis, Jr. Augusta Sidari Ferdinand Margaret J. Franklin Gayle Jacobson Friebis Emilie Roat Gino Martha Hadsel Thomas Hick Evelyn Krohn Holtzman William H. James Allyn C. Jones Gerald J. Killian Clifford Kobland Thomas P. Korshalla Marilyn Warburton Lutter Marqueen Redline Lutz John Marriott Edwin A. Matthews Lou-Ella Merin Mary Zwiebel Mills Alexander G. Mitchell Joseph Morgan George W. Murdock Donald Murray Richard Myers Caroline O'Rourke Gordon E. Roberts Richard Salus Judith Ruggere Schall Ronald W. Simms Doris Gademan Stephens Kenneth A. Thomas David L. Wetzel Raye Thomas Wileman Richard R. Wileman Bemadine Zapatowski Willard Larry P. Williams Raymond G. Yanchus 1961 Marvin A. Antinnes Marie Honcharik Basta Walter J. Batory Elizabeth Gable Bienick F. Robert Bobkowski Walter H. Buzby Joseph J. Chisarick Ruth Shales Cook Shirley Hitchner Davis William J. Davis Robert L. Dickerson Dirk Dunlap Harry E. Filbert Clement W. Gavenas Judith Warnick Gavenas Hugh B. Gladstone Leonard M. Gonchar Henry A. Greener Nancy Rosenfeld Greener Hana Janjigian Heald Patricia Boyle Heaman Robert J. Hewitt Carl J. Holmgren Charles L. Isely Jay P. Keller Shirley Brandwene Klein John W. Kluchinski Nancy Canoil Kolesar Catherine Brominski Kovac Larry T. Kumitis Raymond S. Litman Christopher H. Loesch, Jr. Benjamin J. Matteo Carl J. Meyers Audrey Huntzinger Morgan Betty Thomas Moore William L. Morris Robert G. Ontko Fred J. Pello, Jr. Walter A. Placek William E Raub Harold J. Rose, JrPatrick w. Shovlin, Jr. Daniel Spinicci Frank A. Spudis Patricia Keibler Thompson William B. Van Fossen Judith Alinikoff Weltman 1962 Brenda Evans Ainsworth Elva Cbemow Berger Florence Gallagher Bischof Mary E. Brown James Brunza Changhee-Chae Dale E. DeRonde Ronald Diamondstein Albert M. Dobrowalski Margaret Rundle Douglas Robert L. Evans Kenneth Fox Barry D. Gintel Warren P. Greenberg William J. Greytock Andrew J. Hassay MaryAnn Foley Erich E. Hoeker John Hosage William E. Jones Thomas Kanas Stanley Karmilovich Vivian Cardoni Katsock Carol Thompson Kelly David R. Kline John D. Llewellyn Ruth Boorom Melberger Frank H. Menaker, Jr. John J. Miller David S. Peters Sandra Sidari Pishko Roger R. Rymer Elizabeth Kraft Salus Rena Lewine Schoenfeld Nicholas Siecko Vincent J. Smith Marilyn Krackenfels Snyder Estelle Manos Sotirhos Rachel Altavilla Winebrake William E. Watkins 1963 Willard S. Achuff John S. Adams Robert Ainsworth Nicholas L. Alesandro Alice Cole Bartlett Theodore R. Begun Jeremiah E. Berk Linda Palka Borick Eleanor Phillips Button Bernard H. Cohen Anthony E. Doknovitch Bomaine Olzinski Elgart Joan Albrecht Galaida Mym Schwartz Gattel Joseph Gelli Dolores Grabko Merle Benisch Greifer Robert E. Herman Howard Hockenbury Regina Ritzie Hoelscher James L. Jackiewicz Gloria Silverman Kaplan Phyllis Cackowski Kempinski Alice Powell Kline Jerome Kulesa Stuart W Lawson Mark S. Levey Carolyn Draper Lippincott Donald Mattey Carolyn Rhone McIntyre David R. Meinster Gerald A. Moffatt Jerry A. Mohn Rowena Simms Mohn James A. Musto, Jr. Brent O'Connell Alex Pawlenok Thomas Penhale, Jr. Stephen E. Phillips Elaine Wishart Raksis Joseph W. Raksis Harvey Rosen Patricia VanScoy Rossi Robert A. Ruggiero Michael S. Schwefel Stephen Selige John E Sheehan Christine Wentz Shemanski John B. Shevchuk Claire Handler Silverstein Nicholas A. Smoliga Richard R. Snopkowski Walter J. Soha Barbara S. Soyka Geraldine M. Tarantini Victor Turoski Joseph Weinkle Edward J. Wilk Mollie B. Willis 1964 Sylvia Schrader Adler Regina Baron Antonini Jeanne Depew Attenborough Carolyn Carson Bobkowski Rose Hagel Bosso John W Boyes Barbara A. Buckman Richard 0. Burns Lillian Bodzio Caffrey William D. Carver Arthur G. Cobleigh, Jr. Louis H. Coopey Neil R. Dougherty Rachael Phillips Dziak Joan Hand Dupkanick Jeffrey H. Gallet Lynne Dente Gauck Malcolm D. Gropper Leo Gutstein J. Douglas Haughwout Clinton G. Hess Matthew Himlin Carol Meyers HockenbiJury Leonard J. Koerner Charles Krivenko Michael Landesman Marguerite Gelli Latinski Sally Cohen Levy Catal M. Manganaro Lorraine Rowland Murdock Carole Kohl O'Connell Stanley Orlowski Joan Pitney Peters Jeffrey S. Raschal Michael Raykovicz Linda Ewing Schulman Gail Roberts Shemo Richard G. Shemo Gerald P. Sherman Nelson B. Snyder Patricia Chapracki Trask Harry B. Vogt Gerald W. Williams John F. Wills J. Peter Winebrake Leonard Yankosky Joseph D. Yeager W. Brooke Yeager, III Louis V. Zampetti 1965 Boyd Aebli Kenneth Antonini Donald Austin David Closterman Doris Evans Closterman Catherine DeAngelis Donald F. Defranco Joseph M. Durako Dale H. Edwards Barbara Kempel Eurich Robert B. Eurich Delmer F. Giberson Mary Field Grohowski Ronald P. Grohowski Barry J. Hartzell Bonnie Tognelli Hughes Howard G. Hughes Iris Orenstein Hyman Mary G. Janes Alfred W. Johnson Thomas Kasper Suzanne Stica Koerner Molly Boyle Krafchik Lois Kutish Kenneth W. Lloyd Roger Maclauchlin William R. Mainwaring Joseph P. McAndrew Buckley R. Miller Clare Draper Myers Ellis Myers Leon E. Obrzut Steven Paradise Gary Popovich Evelyn Jaffe Raschal MaryLou Searles Raykovic1CZ Arlene Siano Reese Edward E. Reese James Reid Leonard S. Rishkofski Marilyn Thomas Rishkofski John J. Santini Lydia McCloskey Shubert Carol Weber Silberg Catherine Skopic Judith Handzo Sofranko William P. Sokola Alan L. Spencer Roger S. Squier Nicholas M. Stefanowski Charlotte Wetzel Szabados Louis J. Szabados Eubank Travis-Bey B. William Vanderburg Natalie Kowalski Vanderburg Diane Wallace Flora Anderson Weber RoseAnn Hallet Williams Charlene Nalbach Yanchik Mary Butkoski Zaleski 1966 Stephen E. Arendt James W. Bamrick Raymond A. Barno Judith Valunas Ban Sandra Woolf Bauman Mark R. Bencivengo John E Carr Josn S. Cavallini Philip M. Cheifetz Barbara Lewis Cousland Jeanne Martin Dhavale Esther Schwartz Dorkin David R. Dugan Robert H. Ericson W. Marshall Evans Francis J. Ford Clement A. Gaynor, Jr. Lois Boganovitz Gelb Carol Saidman Greenwald Robert Greene David Greenwald Enid Hershey Irene Myhowycz Holzenthaler Michael G. Hudick Jane Jancik Hubert Jones Richard Klick, Jr. Joyce Callahan Krivenko W. Clark Line, III Eugene A. Macur Francis Malia Rhoda Oram Mellner Tina Koopmans Miller C. Robert Omer, II Donald A. Pahls Jane Klein Paradise Arlene Andreeko Pasonick F. Charles Petrillo Millicent Knierim Platzer Susan Evans Pons Martha Houtz Redding Judy Casterline Roberts John R. Rokita Roger Rolfe Dolores Barone Straka Norman Strojny Carolynn Yonkin Thier Stephen Amer VanDyck Phyllis Kravitz Warren Paul Weseley Allan D. Wickstein 1967 Marvin Adler Robert F. Armbruster Virginia Llewellyn August Mark Bauman Ethelda Noon Bergstrasser Marguerite Yevitz Bernheim Wayne H. Billings Eugene Bonfanti Joseph Brillinger, Jr. Barbara Simms Chamberlain Thomas M. Curry Michael Dziak Albert R. Eddy Janie Black Eustice Audrey Kropcho Faison Gerald A. Flora Theodore J. Gourley, Jr. Joseph A. Grohowski Mary Zwonick Hallam Tanya April Hallez Suzanne C. Harkness Sylvia Carstensen Huber RusseU Jenkins William M. Kanyuck Eugene L. Kelleher Marilyn Puhi Klick Eugene P. Klynoot Lyle A. Kresge Jerome Kucirka Charlotte Peterson Littell Susan Baker Lowcavage Raymond Lowery Cheryl Tarity Lucarelli Michael Marko Eleanore Matulewicz Barry M. Miller Jae-Hyoung Park Edwin Pashinski Paul P. Purta, Jr. Richard G. Raspen Dianne Alfaro Riley Darlene Moll Roth Antoinette Supchak Sakalas Diane Wynne Shallcross Russell Shallcross Regina Belden Smith Robert J. Stefanko Maureen Savage Szish Stuart Thomas, Jr. ALUMNUS 13 �William Trethaway Donna R. Troiano James A. Urisko Robert E. Wagner Emil J. Warren Douglas Weber Gerald Weber Albert C. Williams Frank C. Wodarczyk 1968 George Andresky Judy Simonson Arenstein Sonja Stein Baltimore Bronwyn Reese Baltusavich David D. Baum Judith E. Beyer Donald Bohl Barbara Hastil Bonita Raphael Bonita Frederick N. Brown Robert L. Brown Effie Hamm Buckley William R. Bush Joseph J. Buziuk Richard G. Cantner Jean Kardos Caserta Robert E. Cavalari George Collinson Barbara Ann Dorish Nancy Notennan Downing Janice M. Evans Matt Fliss Jeffrey S. Gibbs Linda Giordano Bruce H. Goodman Alexa Cousens Grifo James Harding Richard G. Herrmann Jean Godlewski Janick Robert J. Karlotski John H. Kennedy Glen D. Klinger Linda Snowe Klotz Robert C. Klotz Marian Zalendonis Kovacs Dale L. Kresge John W. Ladomirak Charles Lockard Esther Wargo McCormick James R. McGowan John R. Miller William P. Montague, Jr. Mary Mui Jeffrey T. Namey Nicholas Nickles Lee Nunemacher Susan Bennett Onze Edward Podehl Peter T. Polashenski Charlene Collins Prandy Nicholas Reynolds Sharon Strzelczyk Robinson Joseph Roszko Susan Rowland 14 ALUMNUS Roberta VanBrunt Rowlands Penny Farrar Ruckno Basil Russin Eugene Salko Myrna Brodbeck Schaefer Richard H. Seidel Charles Sgarlat John F. Sheldon George J. Sick Elizabeth Slaughter Frank J. Smith Kathleen Maury Smith Michael Smith Michael Stefanick Albert E. Stofko Leilani Hall Thibault Robert W Thompson John H. Vanderhoof John J. Wasil Wayne D. Wesley Samuel M. Wolfe, III Helen Dugan Worth Michael J. Worth Mary Tinner Zegarski William J. Zegarski 1969 Mary Morrow Andresky Arthur Baird Barbara Talkowski Bellucci Doris Jaffe Bernstein Christine Fisher Birkenhead John Birkenhead Bruce 0. Brugel Carol Womelsdorf Brugel Patrick J. Burke Robert Bumat Robert A. Catina Donald J. Chick Marcine Kline Cohen Owen Costello Diane Nazarro Curry Cheryl Slompak Davenport Marie Piestrak Davis William Dongas Daniel Drahus Lillian Geida Dzwilefsky Frederick H. Ebert John A. Ephlin Ester Shoulson Farrar Stephen Farrar Stephen Gilligan Margaret Osborne Glass Paul Hatrak Robert Hooper Marilynn Froelich Hummer Karen S. Johnson David A. Jones Thomas F. Kelly Carol H. Klimchak Joseph Kopec Joseph Koterba William Leandri Marc Levey Richard B. Marselles Irving Mendelssohn Thomas R. Meyers Ann Somerville Montgomery William R. Montgomery William R. Moran William B. Morris Rhoda A. Moses Rosalie Demko Muroski Anthony C. Orsi Eloise Griffiths Orsi Sigrid Behnke Papademetriou George Pawlush Andrea L. Petrasek Michael A. Petrillo David Piatt Cynthia West Reed James S. Reed Thomas M. Richards Michael B. Robertson Albert D. Roke Carl V. Romanski Mel Rubin Roy Schubert Robert Silvi Richard Simonson Carl Siracuse Carol Skalski George Sordoni Robert J. Spisak Michael A. Stahl R. Scott Stauffer Glenn Stevenson Diane Fleming Streisel Robert J. Streisel Leonard E. Strope, Jr. Sharon G. Telban Charles J. Tharp Jane Lutz Thurnau Robert Thurnau Jonathan C. Valentine Joy Galish Vanderhoof Cynthia Wisniewski Weber Rosemary Haydock Williams Thomas P. Williams, Jr. Frederick J. Wydra Vincent G. Yarmel Joseph J. Yozviak Thomas J. Zenobi 1970 James C. Bellas Alice Sekowski Blannett John Blannett, Jr. Kathleen Hay Bohl Beulah Cohen Brandstadter Robert R. Brittain, Jr. Billie L. Brodbeck Edmund Brooks William J. Brown, Jr. Barbara Sullivan Bruno Phyllis Shuet-ai Sun Cheng Albert J. Chipego Steven Chromey Mary T. Citro Irene Colarusso Robert J. Conologue George Conway Carl Cook Lonnie A. Coombs Anita Rein Coplan Marilyn Rabel Costanzo Barry J. Davenport Wayne Davies Ronald Delese William DellaPenna Michael Dobrowalski Leigh Doane Donecker Mary Kaiser Dybowski Richard D. Eisenstodt Elaine Lundy Ephlin Nancy J. Eustice Ronald W. Faust Bruce Fritzges Joan P. Gillespie Josephine Rossi Gilligan Christine Andriany Giordano Jay H. Goldstein Kenneth Gordon Anne Aimetti Graham John J. Guida Fred Harkins William J. Heffron David C. Hoffman Bernard L. Holleran Mary C. Homyak Vincent J. Hurley Sarah T. Hutchings Marsha Kaminski Adele Jancik Kaschenbach William P. Klaips Barbara Patterson Kocher Dan F. Kopen Nancy Puglisi Koterba Thomas M. Krapsho William D. Kuss David W. Kutz Charles D. Lengle Joanne K. Levandoski Frances Rosato Liva J. David Lombardi John Marfia Barbara Remaniski Marko Paul D. J. Morgis John J. Mulligan Barbara L. Nanstiel James P. Neubauer Mary Hellmuth Nickles Ruth J. Nissley Judith Cobleigh Ockenfuss Robert E. Ockenfuss Maryann Baron Oster Demetrios Papdemetriou Marion Boyle Petrillo Walter P. Petrofski Phyllis A. Petrosky Joseph Putprush Andrea Wargo Reed Patricia Srna Regan David D. Roberts William Roberts James Sabatini Gloria Oresik Schechterly Neil M. Seidel Wendy Badman Sgarlat George R. Shadie John P. Sickler Susan Ryan Simonson Karen Moppert Snyder Charles A. Spano, Jr. Barbara Morrison Squeri John Squeri Kaye Harding Stefanick Marvin L. Stein Lewis H. Strouse Gregory R. Summers Leonard A. Surdi Thomas P. Taddeo Elizabeth Dehaven Tasopoulos Ralph C. Tewksbury, Jr. Sandra Cardoni Timko Elva Costello Valentine David A. Wadas Kathleen Lash Weinstein Joanne Levine Williams Russell H. Williams, III Cynthia Jackson Wodraska John R. Wodraska Nancy Frushon Wolfe Marie Gacioch Yenchak Frances Jasiulewicz Youngblood 1971 Daniel Alters John C. Baranowski MaryAlice Nasielski Battista Patricia Miller Bayne Mary MacArthur Bennett Russell C. Bayne Kathern Kopetchne Brace Thomas J. Brennan Madge Joan Breslof Sandra J. Brewer Judy Mikulicz Brownlie Leonard J. Brozena JoyceAnn Rother Burlone George F. Bums James Butkiewicz Mary Fischer Butkiewicz Charles Cappa Martin M. Cebula Carlton J. Chase Joseph J. Cordora John Cherundolo Alfred Crake Casimer J. Czerwien Ellen Arthur Davenport Thomas C. Demovic Lester J. Depumpo, Jr. Eugene Domzalski Rita S. DuBow Mary Demko Ernst Patricia McHale Forand Theresa Klimek Fritzges Maureen Klaproth Garcia-Pons Bonnie Gellas Muhammad Ali Ghannam Thomas F. Grant T. Roger Hardmg Joseph N. Ishley Ronald J. Jacobs Eileen Moniak Kackenmeister Ronald J. Kamage j David Kaschak William M. Kaye Alton D. Kenney Karen Kammerer Kenney Carol Roke Klinetob Barbara Roman Knezek George Knezek Antonina Mollica Kulp Donald K. Lewis Rachael Walison Lohman Patricia Mazzeo Lombardi Ormond R. Long Micheline Madey Lupien Bernard K. Malian Susan K. Maloney Gerald McAfee James C. McDonald Carl M. Meir Robert M. Mischak William J. Murphy Frank Nardone Barbara Ward Nixon John Niznik Judith Powell Niznik Marianne Brozekat Nyman Judith Potestivo Ogin Richard E. Ogin Clyde R. Oster Jean Gordon Otto Janice Lacaskey Petralia Anthony J. Pipan Ronald L. Pryor Donald J. Reese Donna L. Reese Maxine Levine Rubin William R. Schultz Della F. Schulz Judith Seeherman Lois Sexton Carole Peeler Smith Alice Liparela Spangenberg Judith Jones Steele William Thier Sandra Hall Turner Robert J. Vignoli Nancy Charles Williams 1972 Charles J. Abate Car°l J- Allen Shirley Knautz Alt< ters R°bert Amico Robert M. Babskir le Michael J. Bacumpas hyphen G. Balia Barbara M. Barski MarY Ann Biedrycki Walter Bobola Ronald Bonomo Bruce H. Breier Shelley Schnur Breier Paul T. Brooks Lucinda D. Bryant Melissa J. Burdick Robert B. Burnside, Jr. Rosemary Castellino Calabrese Richard Chisarick Thomas Chmiola Donna Ciarafoni Libro Ciarmatori Edward Connors Robert Cooney Thomas A. Costanzo Eric B. Davenport Bruce M. Davis Judith Greenstein Davis Karen Sakaduski Daywood Thomas Delay Sheila Denion Mariel Denisco Sopon Dewitya Margaret Caffrey Ducey Carolyn Kresge Erman Larry Fabian Jane Firestine Dennis R. Fleming Catherine Mullen Flick Carolyn Rome Flickinger Teresa Brown Galicki Thomas Gara Kathleen Koterba Goobic Bruce E. Gover MaryEllen Dziak Grant James Gribb Elizabeth Ricci Gushka William A. Hanbury Ronald R. Harris Peter Herbst Suzanne Cox Herstek Michael T. Hughes George G. Jones Patricia Baranoski Jula Stephen A. Keiper John S. KenJoseph M. Kester, Jr. Catherine Powell Krusman Stephen J. Kubricki Arlene Kunigel William E. Lehmkuhl Larry Lindner Patricia Mazzeo Lombardi Richard Lukesh Joseph Lynn Michael Mariani Dixie Davis Marshall Jack Marx, Jr. Jacqueline Falk McGinley Mark H. Paikin Lewis D. Partridge Eileen Rex Payer Leo Petroski Barbara Aulisio Pugliese David E. Roberts Joseph Rosato Marilyn Ritter Rozelle Ruth Thomas Sabatini Jeanette Click Sawicki Barbara McNicholl Scarpino Judith Kole Schreiber Helene Simonds Linda Smith Theodore Sokolowski Brent S. Spiegel Scott D. Steelman Dale Tabor Linda Lanzone Thier David K. Thomas Diane Hughes Treacy Joseph M. Treacy Beverly Bomba Vespico Deborah Berti Walsh Carol Dorish Wascura Robert Weidow Richard A. Weinstein Jeffrey L. Weissman Gary H. Williams Theodore Yeager Thomas J. Yencha Alan E. Zellner 1973 Joan Popick Achhammer Deborah Kovalchik Adamchak Mary M. Adams Art T. Anderson MaryEllen Zurek Anderson Alain C. Arnould Donna Piston Aufiero Linda Finn Baird Joseph T. Baranoski Karen Metzger Baranoski Chris Miele Baron David J. Barrett Noreen Drugach Barto Marietta C. Bednar Louise Beebe John J. Benavage Richard Berkheiser Marie Barbells Blackburn Diane Chisarick Brennan Frederic Brown Edward J. Butkiewicz Ann Casciano Cammerota Karen Patch Castor Mark Caterson Leslie G. Cheifetz Cynthia Littzi Chisarick Robert Ciali Denise Splendido Ciarmatori Rosemaria J. Cienciva Bonnie Coles Robert L. Corgan John Denisco John Dubik Lyndell Sandt Eddy Terrance L. Elchak Glenn W. Eyet, Jr. Josephine Schifano Finlajryson Diana Gregory Finstad Clyde Fitch Bernard J. Flaherty Frank P. Galicki Carl Galletti Huda Ghannam Robert Goldstein Elizabeth Clements Gover Harry Hallez James A. Hanak Carol Hewitt Harding Elaine Swisloski Hickey Margaret Waligorski Hughes Patricia Hyzinski Susan Olearczyk James Richard N. Jones Drew Klemish Paul Kowalek Walter J. Kwiatkowski Helena Kruse Lehmkuhl Evelyn Kovalchick Lewis Helen Murray Lindner Thomas Long Marcine Morris Lukesh Rosemarie A. Luteri Duncan W. B. MacIntyre Laraine Mancuso Bonnie Church Margo John G. Margo Robert P. Malley Patricia McCarthy Charles Mecadon Denise Goobic Meek Craig Miller Elaine Moyer Pamela Parkin Murphy Sharon Humble Nardone John R. Nesbitt Thomas E. Page Gail S. Passan Barbara Zembrzuski Pisano John R. Pisano Jeffrey F. Prendergast Susan Young Prendergast Patrick Ratchford Albert Regner David Ritter Judith Sanger Reichman Judith Casola Roeder Felice Oxman Salsburg Ronald S. Samek Marino J. Santarelli John Savitsky Richard A. Sawicki John L. Schilling Doris Eisen Shapiro Ethel Shannon Sherman Carl Shoener George Sillup Theodora Ulavich Springfield Rosemarie Kazda Taylor Michael S. Tomko Theodore J. Tramaloni Edward Weber Elliot Weinstock Sarah Hart Welker Deborah Koch White Martha Hall Yohe Patricia Halal Zawada Joseph H. Zbegner, Jr. 1974 Stephen D. Adamchak Richard B. Anselmi Joseph M. Asklar L. David Auerbach Michael R. Breakstone Robert L. Brown Jenny L. Centrella Kathleen Maurer Chamberlain Mark W. Chamberlain Louis R. Ciuferri Donna Coffin Catanese Coleen Skiff Caterson David J. Cooper Fred J. Croop Joseph C. Damiano Richard B. Daniels Gail F. DeAngelis James C. DeSombre John C. Dukes William T. Ellis John S. Fairley Grace Rinaldi Forlenza Kathryn Kolojejchick Gaydos Diana K. Giovannini James B. Godlewski Susan Pezzner Goldstein Paul H. Goodman Marcia Gosciewski Lauren Harris Grego Steven M. Grossman Michael G. Hischak Sandra Januszewski Michael A. Jones Martin J. Kane Mary M. Kane James B. Kelley Regina Klosko Kemmerer Joseph M. Klocko Karen R. Kmietowicz Michele R. Kotchick John J. Kowalchik Nancy Stockton Land Wayne Landi Mary Becker Marshall Thomas Mauger John J. Mazzolla W. Lee Miller Anthony J. Moran Ann Lyons Nardone Thaddeus J. Papciak John S. Partilia Maureen Britt Partilia Anita M. Pauley Regina Venarucci Piccillo Mary Kaschak Pierce Robert D. Prendergast Janice Reindel Ritter ALUMNUS 15 �Barbara Lucca Rizzitello William A. Saba Duane Sadvary Marguerite A. Sauer Nadzia Litiaho Schilling Sulochana Gogate Sherman Robert P. Singer Beverly Chislo Solfanelli Marie Sudo Edward R. Vanderhoff Rita A. Vanko Vincent Vespico, Jr. Robert J. Waseleski Barry H. Williams Denise Hollick Yaniga Jean Rostock Zavacki Margaret Waitkevich Zellner Roman A. Ziegler 1975 John Baron, Jr. Beverly A. Bartkovitz Gerald S. Bavitz Paul T. Blaum Christine M. Bochina Mary O'Brien Callahan John J. Chakmakas Adam P. Chwiej Philip J. Conrad Wilfred Coombs Karen Capwell Cooper Lynn Greenley Daniels James Davis Theodore B. Dennis Robert F. Derlunas Aleksandr Deutsch Kevin G. Donaleski Carol A. Drahus Robert J. Duliba Robert G. Edgerton, Jr. Richard C. Evans Barbara M. Florek John J. Fosko Karen J. Gomba Rebecca Ceresi Grasavage Deborah J. Gregson Thomas J. Gross Raymond P. Gustave Brian K. Haeckler Robert S. Howes, Jr. Brynley James Laurie Burnside Jones Barbara A. Kapish Nancylee Maskomick Landi Robert G. Lehman Monica A. Luke Kinga N'iemenski Mauger Alan Miller Doralyn Howard Moody Betharm Myers Leota Nevil Joanne V Oliver Austin F O'Malley Paula Pinter Page Marilyn Olejnik Papciak Sharyn M. Pavidas 16 ALUMNUS John A. Rajchel John E. Rutkowski John E. Sauerhoff, III Gary H. Schachter Donna M. Serafim John Shafer Joan Bonfanli Shannon Michael E. Shoemaker Michael J. Sincavage Stephen Solfanelli Joseph J. Szustak Leslie Cook Weber Marion J. Welebob Danna Becker Williams Paul M. Yurchak Carol A. Zambetti Judith A. Zola Gloria Zoranski 1976 Joseph J. Aquilina Robert E. Bettin Dianne Meehan Blaum Susan M. Brimo George S. Brody Robert E. Burns William Cheung Terry L. Coombs Margaret Bell Crispell David L. Davies Kathleen Morville Fairley Vincent A DeGiusto Ralph DelPriore Mark R. Dingman Mark J. Dubik Jacqueline Pickering Dzurek Deborah Gudoski Eastwood Robert W. Eastwood Michael E. Eckrod Susan V. Fielder William Fromel Louise Brozzetti Frye Susan E. Funke Gail A. Garinger William J. Goldsworthy, Jr. Thomas W. Grimes Marcial R. Jemio Sandra Akromas Kershaw John J. Kneiss Marianne Macur Kopcho Lois Krokos Kruzlik Thomas J. Kruzlik Don Kruzlik Deborah F. Lataro Donna Lee Frederick A. Lohman Joan Domarasky Luksa Mary Hornick Mangauiello Joseph J. Marchetti Rogert A. Mazzitelli Michael G. Menichini Marianne B. Montague Robert I. Montgomery Gail E. Ober Stephen M. Orlowski Raymond B. Ostroski Robert R. Para Francis J. Polakowski Margery German Rifkin Michael S. Rifkin Joseph R. Rogowicz Thomas Rimiewicz Joanne E. Saporito Vihna A. Schifano MaryLou Miller Shoemaker Maryann Telencho Sincavage Joseph F. Skurzynski Jane E. Smith Roger T. Sorensen Robert Spinelli Stephen Spock, Jr. Gary S. Taroli H. David Trethaway Eileen Prendergast Trost Thomas E. Trost Robyn Speak Walsh Jerome W. Yatsko 1977 Paul S. Adams Mary Ellen Alu Paul Berdy Robert B. Berrettini Charles F. Bishop Vincent P. Carbone Gina O'Brien Davies Charles J. Deitz Nancy Deacon Theresa R. Domanski Joseph A. Dougherty,HI Manuel J. Evans Pamela Schinsld Evans Kim A. Flis Jill Ann Fritz Bridget James Hofman Nancy Mathers Holsberger Megan Moore Ide Terrilynn J. Jackson Linda S. Jamiolkowski John F. Jastrem Kathryn Kravitz Jenkins Susan Evans Karaffa Carl Kaschenbach, in Diane Katra Joanne Englot Kawczenski Robert H. Kellar Robert J. Keller John J. King Eric L. Klepac Christine A. Koterba Patricia A. Kozick Robert Drusman William J. Lavage John J. Lewandowski Shirley A. Mariani John J. Marks Dotty Martin Maureen McHale Nancy E. McHale Edward J. Misakonis Earl W. Monk Barry A. Pezzner Edward J. Pupa Jacqueline A. Reinhard Mary Belin Rhodes Karen Szychowski Rogowicz Denise S. Schaal Mary Cullinan Spinelli Patricia S. Steele Inez S. Stefanko Jay G. Thomas William J. Tironzelli Laura Gordon Turner Margaret A. Walczyk Patrick A. Ward James S. Weisenfluh Joseph A. Yedinak 1978 Jean Reiter Adams George M. Barnard, III Thomas B. Benkinney Robert W. Bensley Jacquelyn A. Boyle Michael A. Calabrese Joanne Pugliese Carpenter Denise C. Casern Donna J. Chisarick John M. Culp, III Pamela Piazza Dale Janine Pokrinchak Dubik Donna R. Dunleavy Gloria Banyar Dobrowalski Maureen D. Eggleston Mark Finkelstein Barbara Gomb David W. Gregrow Richard K. Hofman Carl E. Holsberger, Jr. Dana Marie Jamiolkowski David A. Jolley Vai J. Kaplan Brenda E. Kobilis James W. Lynch John J. Mack Maureen R. Maguire Cynthia Glawe Mailloux Albert Malero Marguerite A. Mazaleski James M. Mikina Jane A. Miller Christopher O'Brien Suzanne Fischer Ostroski Barbara Swantkowski Placek Janet L. Polansky Judith Lerner Reishtein Marcia Blanco Rizzo Anne E. Romanick James D. Siberski Rhea Politis Simms John E. Skuchas Maris G. Solomon Margaret Schutz Taroli Paul D. Vanmeter Ellen duFosse Wengen Gregory W. Wild 1979 Karen Glushefski Albi lerola Sandra L. Argenio Marilyn J. Barbieri Ronald M. Delevan Preston Dyer Claire L. Ennis Nancy J. Johnson Mary L. Jones Barbara Quarteroni Killian Francis J. Klemovitch Nicholas A. Kofira Ann Marie Kopec James J. Maloney Clare C. McCarthy Robert L. Neuman Philip E. Ogren Carol Corbett Pawlush Kristine Pierson Karen M. Polomskl Maureen Shay Prendergast Russell Myron Samilo Kathryn H. Siebe Paul P. Wengen 1980 David G. Arrigoni Richard J. Borofski Karen L. Burkley Francis M. Cantafio Edward A. Cooney Eugene J. Dylewski James P. Edwards Mark S. Justick Joel P. Kane Bruno E. Kolodgie Janet L. May John I. Moore Donald J. Patrick Robert F. Rinaldi Eugene J. Simoni David M. Wallace Edward J. White, III Shapard C. Willner 1981 Alex W. Malarczuk John R. Moffatt The above listing was compiled and checked by humans (not computers) in the Office of Alumni Relations who take full responsibility for its accuracy. Questions, comments, or corrections should be sent to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, P. 0. Box 111, WilkesBane, PA 18766. O Stan Irzinski, '61 .. . Providin Mindpower to Others nu- Randy Xenakis ctan Irzinski was not in WilkesRar e when the great flood of 1972 Snlsirrtv. ■imo.h.f. .1421 North Pennsylvania Avenue when, in late January, the chilled pipes running through his ceiling burst and deposited better than two inches of the wet solution throughout his office It’s all clean now, and, as many say about the ’72 tragedy, it may have been a blessing in disguise. Although still modest, his office has been rehabilitated — new carpet, new draperies, and a new spirit. Rehabilitation is nothing new to Dr. Stanley Irzinski. Immediately following his graduation from Wilkes in 1961, he applied his A.B. degree in Psychology to the fulfillment of human needs. Not his own needs, but those of others who need it the most — the handicapped. “It was the encouragement of Dr. Bob Morris that led me to a graduate program at The Pennsylvania State University following graduation,” offered Stan. Dr. Morris, who passed away last year, was active at Wilkes, serving as Assistant to President Eugene Farley (1959-62). “Bob had a good handle on what was going on in the field of graduate education for psychology majors," recalled Stan. “He asked me if I knew about the M.Ed. program in Rehabilitation Counseling at Penn State. The question alone gave me enough incentive to check out the program." In 1963, Stan received his M.Ed. degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the Pennsylvania State University and, in the process, found out some enlightening facts about his Wilkes education. I had not realized how wellprepared I was on the undergraduate level until I started having classes with other students on the graduate level. Some of them had to take refresher courses while others had difficulty with some of the expected requirements. They attributed their difficulties to handle the work to their undergraduate preparation. I attribute y havmg been able to handle the course work to Wilkes College.” .allowing two counseling Statl'n1'?3' one at the Johnstown sapa Rehabilitation Center and a Vnrat- at the Pennsylvania Bureau of R°aat'onal Rehabilitation In M ErirT»Ont (Pa'>’ Sfan received his ' d. from Penn State (1963). Upon zxissaDover, Delaware. There he was contract Procurement, individual and group counseling, fund raising, and grant preparation. Following a two-year stay at the GOCI, the Wilkes-Barre native spent year as Vocational Director with the Poughkeepsie, New York, based St. Francis Rehabilitation Center. The Poughkeepsie Center was medically oriented and was involved in the design of a comprehensive state-wide plan for the rehabilitation of adolescent offenders. In 1966 he returned to Penn State and, in 1967, was awarded the Ed.D. degree in Counselor Education. His thesis dealt with Factors Related to Counselor Turnover in a State Rehabilitation Agency. “I never did figure out how Dr. Farley got the First Lady here.. In 1967 Stan accepted a position as Director of Rehabilitation at the Elwyn Institute in Elwyn, Pennsylvania. He served the Elwyn Institute, although at different locations, for the next fourteen years. Because of his successes at the Pennsylvania Center, he was transferred to the Elwyn Institute in Delaware in 1974 to run that branch and, in 1981, he helped provide leadership of Elwyn’s Philadelphia­ based institute. On January 4, 1982, Stanley Irzinski returned home to Wilkes-Barre to become Administrator of United Rehabilitation Services, Inc. (URS), a rehabilitation center for the handicapped. “Although I have been away from the area for nearly 20 years I never lost contact with my friends and family," said the amiable administrator. “I would always return to the Valley four or five times each year to visit and keep abreast of what was going on in my old stomping grounds.” One thing that was going on was the incorporation of URS in a merger between the Wyoming Valley Workshop (founded in 1958 by LUZARC) and the Industrial Department of the Pennsylvania Association for the Blind. “This merger was the answer to the community’s request for one vocational training agency to serve all handicaps,” said Stan. “Throughout the years which followed the merger, I became very familiar and friendly with URS personnel, especially administrator Walter George. I would step in and talk with Walter at-length about the URS facility. I have deep respect for Walter and the program," he said. Providing services on a daily basis to well over 300 people (including URS branch facilities in Hazleton and Tunkhannock), the rehabilitation program is. in the words of Stan Irzinski, “unique to this area.” As a community resource for handicapped adults, URS works in conjunction with United Way and other community resources to enable disabled adults to function to the best of their ability in the community. Disability groupings include mental retardation, mental illness, blindness, other physical handicaps, social handicaps, and aging. Reading the descriptive nature of what URS does in an article such as this cannot do justice to what URS, and Stan Irzinski, are all about. con? or pg 70 SPRING 1982 9 �Simply stated, they're about people. And, in order to get the impact of the nature of their service, one need only walk through the facility which bustles with handicapped workers dong the best they can to contribute to the Free Enterprise System. Let us not be fooled. When I say they do 'the best they can’ that in no way implies inferior work. It implies conscientious effort, hard work, dependency upon one another and dedication. Picture, if you will, a small-scale factory where assembly-line-type workers (instead of computers) package products step-by-step and prepare them for shipment. On this particular products9for final delivery. Shaping r- ..leir the number of items per box placing the boxes on pallets, guiding a dot y full of boxes to the loading dock, and placing the finished cartons on awaiting trucks for shipment. Why do companies like Proctor and Gamble use the services of the URS personnel? Like other service-oriented companies, URS workers must bid on jobs they want and when they submit a low bid they receive the contract. What the workers don’t receive is John Reese Honored On February 13, friends and family of Wilkes wrestling coach John Reese gathered to honor the veteran mentor at the Wilkes-Lycoming wrestling meet. The day had been proclaimed by the College as “John Reese Day" in recognition of Reese’s success with the Colonel wrestling program. Earlier in the season he had copped his 300th career coaching win making him one of the few NCAA coaches to do so. This season he guided the Wilkes grapplers to their 27th straight winning season and a 19-4 overall record tying the school mark for most wins. On “John Reese Day”, his matmen handed Reese a 40-2 victory over the Warriors of Lycoming. Half-way through the bout, the meet was stopped for a short program. Reese received many gifts from College family members and friends of the College. In photo A, Reese receives a plaque/clock presented by the national alumn'r organization. From left to right are: Reese, master of ceremonies Al Zellner and national alumni president Jim Ferris. Reese accepts a state senate and governor’s message from Sen. Frank O’Connell in photo B. The Wilkes athletic department presented Coach Reese with a 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY special consideration. From tain with the workers I was fortunate '9' enough to meet, they wouldn’t it. What they do want is to keepwant th. framed photo celebrating his 300th win. Making the presentation in photo C was Doris Saracino. In photo D, Owen Costello gives Reese a Wilkes-Barre City proclamation from Mayor Tom McLaughlin. Wilkes president Robert Capin makes a presentation on behalf of the Board of Trustees in photo E, while Art Hoover represents State Rep. Kevin Blaum in photo F with another proclamation from the State House of Representatives. Talking about pride brings up another matter. Stan Irzinski is bullish on Wilkes-Barre and bullish on Wilk? ..asr College. v"Ke In reminiscing about the area Stan recalled, “I remember when the onlv thing in Mountaintop was a television antenna. Now, that area has n developed and continues to grow ’’ Additionally, he remarked how the road system has improved, allowing cont. on pg. 14 Representing the Grapplers’ Club Pat Burke presents Reese with an ’ impressive portrait in photo G. Finally, the veteran coach receives a scrapbook from his wife Patty and granddaughter Lindsey, in photo H. WILKES COLLEGE “HOME” FOR NEW JERSEY CO-ED by Jane Manganella Students recently enjoyed Spring Break with family and friends, and then reluctantly packed their bags to return to college campuses. Mary Ann Elefther, a freshman nursing major at Wilkes, was among them. But this time, she was smiling, something she was not doing last August, when she arrived on campus to begin her college career. “At one point, the night before we left for Wilkes-Barre, my mother and my best friend, Sophie, were helping me pack,” Mary Ann remembered, “and the thought that this would be the last night I’d spend in my own room, that tomorrow I would be in a strange city, in a new college and would not really know anyone really got through to me. I sat down on the bed and said, 'I've changed my mind, I’m not going.”’ She added, “It took a lot of talking on both their parts to start me packing again." Mary Ann looked forward, through all her high school years, to the time when she could go away to school, until suddenly the time was here and was in tears.” The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eleftherious Elefther, naramus, N.J., Mary Ann was raised in an environment of extraordinary close family ties. “My aunts, uncles, cousins from both sides of the family e very close by and we spend all , lme together. My father’s two Sp ers ar|d tbeir families (the anides and the Markopoulos) and rlpi>rnom's brother and his family (the di nades) al1 Hvs within walking ’ance and It really is like one Undoubtly, this kind of close family is terribly hard to leave, but the time had arrived and Mary Ann, her mother and best friend and cousin, Sophie, left for Wilkes-Barre. They arrived on campus with no improvement in Mary Ann's mood or outlook. She moved into Barre Hall and introduced herself to her roommate Patti Elek. “My mother, Sophie and I toured campus and talked a lot about a family wedding we were all going to attend in Ohio the following weekend and the whole time I kept thinking that I’d stay at Wilkes for just the week, go to the wedding, and then go straight back to Paramus forever. That really was my plan, in just a week I could go back home.” That was the thought she hung onto when she said goodbye to her mother and Sophie. One of the things scheduled for incoming freshmen was a “Playfair” at the Wilkes gym for the evening. It was a series of games which involved students, faculty and administration and the purpose was to have everyone meet everyone else in an atmosphere of fun. Mary Ann walked down to the gym with other students who were feeling the same things she was feeling. Many were already homesick but were trying to “make the best of it." Diversion was the best she hoped Mary Ann finds a quiet place to study during one of for but, when she and the others the early days on the Wilkes campus. arrived at the gym, she found a group of people waiting to welcome them to campus. “They were really great, there were upper class students, there were members of the faculty, family. There are eleven girls and even President Capin was there. They three boys and for those who don’t really did so much to make it fun. know the families well it is hard to and they weren’t just gestures, they tell who belongs to whom,” she were sincerely interested and trying smiles. to make us feel at home. Before long Mary Ann's affection for her family we were involved in the games and is apparent when she talks about having a very nice time. Friendships them, and she remembers all the were formed right at the beginning feelings she had as the time to leave and they are still there. When we them drew closer. “It was traumatic. went back to the dorm, we were all Then why did she choose Wilkes feeling so much better,” she said, College instead of one closer to smiling. home? “I did a lot of looking It’s been like that ever since. There around," she said, “and the Wilkes have, of course, been some rough Nursing Department was the best. spots, but friends make even the Also when we drove up to look at the rough spots easier. Mary Ann is campus it seemed not very far away looking forward to the summer at at all; now it seemed like the other home with her family and they are certainly looking forward to having enThe memories of her childhood and her home. But, when it is time to the stories she heard about relatives pack for the return to Wilkes, there in Greece influenced Mary Ann s will be neither trauma nor tears choice of careers, “My great because Wilkes is now home away from home for Mary Ann Elefther. (O ^^S^Sin^ Katarina at the foot of Mt. Olympus in^Macedonia, and she delivered >ust about every baby in the village. I think that’s a pretty specialway to nursing to achieve that. SPRING 19S2 11 �— —— r RESIDENCE HALL L ..i ~i n] ti 11 ( | « 28-4 PERSON SUITES 30 - THREE PERSON SUITES 3 - HANDICAPPED ROOMS 1 11 E" z *h I | rip' ' ■ * ~i » ■ ■ TOTAL ! 205 BEDS I i ' HANDICAPPED ROOM I — •*-J ■ Residence Hall, many friends and alumni of the Gollege have helped 'hro^hnamedand I I Hl I B LOUNGE . —r— /f \____ LIFE SCIENCE^Ol 1 LAUNDRY; I LOBBY • s -* I J TORA GE “* MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM OFFICE I '----- L GROUND FLOOR PLAN 3 - 3-PERSON SUITES 4 - 4-PERSON SUITES TOTAL: 25 BEDS |-M |EI—I , I I -4 |£.H memorial gift opportunities. ____________ •____ r InT.. preparing Wilkes students to become tomorrow's leader lers and for us to provideliving* space for the bright, capable, young men and women who wish to study with our facul x You can Mp maintain the tradition of a quality Wilkes education 1 L TrT I THREE PERSON SUITE I 1 of this very important residence hall project. memoria^ff “"J memorial gift opportunities remain and will help rto !provide — " - —-for the continued ___ of academic fulfillment our students. |—■|EI—I ■ 2ND, 3RD, 4TH FLOOR PLAN » LOUNGE 24 - 4-PERSON SUITES 27 ■ 3-PERSON SUITES 3 HANDICAPPED ROOMS TOTAL: 180 BEDS !■ Named and Memorial Gift Opportunities �Irzinski coni. from pg. 1Q industry easy access; how shopping facilities have become bigger and bet­ ter; and how the working population has become more diverse. "I remember a time when people only left Wyoming Valley. Today, many of those people are coming home.” Needless to say, Stan, like many of us, marvels at the recovery of WilkesBarre following the Flood of ’72. One of Stan’s homes, and he is the first to admit it, is Wilkes College. He has fond memories of his alma mater and respectfully recalled the names of Bob Riley, John Gaito, George Ralston, Gene Hammer, and Eugene Farley, to name a few. ■‘Dr. Riley gave me advice; Dr. Gaito. confidence; Dr. Hammer, an ap­ preciation for the classroom; Dean Ralston, a listening ear: and Dr. Farley, a sense of respect.” In recall­ ing Stan as a student. George Ralston said, “Oh sure, I remember Stan. He was always active in the Psychology Club and would stop by to discuss different issues with me from time to time. He’s a fine man.” One of the most memorable moments Stan recalls while he was at Wilkes was when Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt came to campus and ad­ dressed the students at one of the weekly assemblies. "I never did figure out how Dr. Farley got the First Lady here, but I do remember the gym was packed as we listened to her talk about equality and humanitarian issues,” he said. At that time, Mrs. Roosevelt had been appointed by President Truman to serve the United States delegation to the United Na­ tions as chairperson of its Commis­ sion for Human Rights. Stan remembers many things about Wilkes. With a wide grin he reached back into his past and exclaimed, “I remember when our (Wilkes) football team used the Single Wing ... it is similar to the shotgun in case you’re not familiar with the Single Wing,” he MEMORIAL GIFTS to Wilkes College, in any amount, are a lasting tribute to a friend, relative or respected acquaintance . . . and a thoughtful remembrance for special occasions. The gift will be acknowledged promptly with an appropriate card or letter to the donor and to the family of the deceased or the person being honored. BEQUESTS made in your will to Wilkes College, in any amount, give needed support to the high quality of education and service offered our students and the community. 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY told me. He was right, I wasn’t. If I felt that I needed an in-depth explanation on how the Single Wing worked, Stan advised me, respectfully, to ask George Ralston, George was head coach at the time. In an effort to gain additional insight on the ‘Single Wing’ I asked the Dean for a brief explanation. “Greatest formation ever used in the game,” he said. Even though the days of the Single Wing have gone the way of the Alumni Elect New National Officers ‘horse-and-buggy’ (at least at Wilkes), Stan says he looks forward to the fall when he will again become a supporter of the Colonel gridiron squad. “The names have changed but the spirit remains,” Stan offered. “As I look back on my years at Wilkes I can recall a comfortable, supportive, family atmosphere,” said Stan in closing. “Besides receiving a good education at Wilkes, it was simply a nice place to be.” o It still is. Do You Have to be in Who's Who to Know What's What? By Betsy Bell Condron At the time of writing this (midJanuary) I have just put away my cherished collection of angels, for another year. Each time I bed them down I remember the fun it's been to collect: that darling china one from Spain; the exquisite piece from a boardwalk glass blower; handsome wooden Gabriel received on my 40th birthday; and even one made from an old light bulb presented by a six-year-old daughter. (She now wants me to toss it, but I can't’) Are you a collector, too? Perhaps your collections are more valuable than mine. If so, have you considered what will happen to your coins, stamps, cut glass, gem-inlaid pill boxes, antiques or silver miniatures when you're not here to enjoy them? More and more collectibles are being left to colleges as bequests, thus providing the donor with tax advantages and a possible life income for a beneficiary7. Such a remembrance also supports Wilkes College, your prime reason for its consideration in the first place, and produces that great feeling of gratification from making a life income gift without jeopardizing income. Almost anything of value may be donated to a charity, and many can set up a charitable remainder trust. (Rural colleges often receive gifts of livestock and crops as well as farmlands.) People are becoming familiar with gifts of real estate, stocks, bonds, insurance policies and cash to fund a trust providing life income for themselves and beneficiaries ... but few think of their "collections" as assets or their jewelry, library and business inventories! There's even a twist by which you may donate a partial interest in, for instance, a work of art you own . . . and receive a tax deduction to boot. You give Wilkes (the Sordoni Art Gallery, perhaps) an undivided one-fourth interest in a valuable painting. Assuming that interest covers all property rights, including the right of possession for one-fourth of the time, you arcentitled to a deduction equal to one-fourth of the painting's value. Wilkes thus gains a marvelous exhibit it might never have obtained, and you still receive joy from your prized possession for the rest of the year. 01 course, you may not have any old Van Gogh's hanging around, or a Mercedes/Rolls/ Ferrari type car, or even a Mickey Mouse watch to bequeath to Wilkes. BUT, perhaps your manufacturing company has unused scientific equipment in its inventor}-, held primarily for sale to your customers. You may give such "State-of-the-Art" property (called a "Qualified Research Contribution") to Wilkes for our research, experimental or training use. By­ donating the property within two years of the time you had substantially completed its construction, you are permitted a deduction for the basis of the property plus one-half of its unrealized appreciation. Think on that, all you scientific equipment makers! If you've been reading this article, chances are that Wilkes is part of your "collection" of charities. Do Your Estate Planning Now. It's important to review your will regularly and soon! If you have some art work, an early American craft collection or lovely Oriental fans, it won’t cost you a thing to bequeath those collectibles to the College. In fact, your financial position might well be enhanced . . . that's what planned giving is all about. These diverse property gift ideas are mentioned to demonstrate the variety possible in your estate planning and the imaginative ways you might consider for potential life interest plans made in support of Wilkes. Planned gifts via life income trusts and bequests don't endanger your future security and can often strengthen it. As Sam Levinson's paperback title stresses: "You Don't Have to be in Who's Who to Know What's What" . . . Contemplate all this O information, instead! To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 C I am interested in learning more about the Wilkes Planned Giving programs. O 1 wish to record that I have planned a bequest to Wilkes. r r□ lQ FERRIS The Alumni have spoken! Through the election process, a team of officers has been elected to lead the Alumni Association during the next two years. All of us on campus look forward with great anticipation to working with the Executive Committee, which is comprised of: President — James F. Ferris '56 — Kingston, PA; Principal, Wyoming Valley West High School. Executive Vice President — Dr. John A. Hosage '62 — Mountaintop, PA; Partner, Dental Associates. Secretary — Judy Menapace '78 — Chase, PA; Assistant Cashier, Marketing, Wyoming National Bank. Treasurer — Debbie Dunleavy '74 — Wilkes-Barre, PA; Newswoman, WDAUTelevision. Other members of the Executive Committee include Regional Vice Presidents, who were elected by alumni living in those geographic regions. They include: U nQ a Ct c HOSAGE ------------ ---- — MENAPACE Region I Arthur J. Hoover ’55 - Wilkes-Barre, PA; Associate Dean of Student Affairs Wilkes College. Region II Warren (Pete) Greenberg '62 — North Wales, PA; Manager, Research Systems Coordinator, Merck & Company. Region III Nancy (Noterman) Downing '68 — New Oxford, PA; Homemaker. Region IV Francis Pinkowski '50 — Pennington, NJ; Director of Evaluation Services, New Jersey State Department of Education. Region V Bernard (Buck) Malian '71 — Newton, NJ; Account Executive, Newton Sendee Agency. Region VI Thomas Peter Reis '68 — Fairfield, CT? Personnel Director, Phillips Medical Systems, Inc. ■--------- -—' DUNLEAVY Region VII Robert Linaberry '73 — Syracuse, NY; Senior Accountant, Price-Waterhouse. Region VIII Anthony Cardinale '72 — Medford, MA; Partner, Belmonte, Cardinale, Cotter, & Merrill. Region LX Paul Hunter '74 — Burtonsville, MD; Research Physicist, U. S. Naval Surface Weapons Center. Region X Judith E. Beyer '68 — Charlottesville, VA; Assistant Professor, University of Virginia Graduate School of Nursing. Region XI Jack & Andrea (Cieben) Barnes '65 — Pittsburgh, PA; Jack is Manager of Industrial Accounts, State Equipment Corporation, and Andrea is a Sales Associate with Merrill Lynch Realtors. Region XII Jerry Mohn '63 — Houston, TX; Proprietor, Manufacturers Resources. Inc. Jerarft and return entire bottom porttan All Sports Reunion Celebrating The 50th Anniversary of The College As part of the College's 50th birthday celebration plans are being formulated for a reunion of all alumni of the College who in any way participated in or contributed to the Intercollegiate Athletic Program of the College. College. the Date for the gala celebration April 23, 1983 On this date we plan to focus all activity on athletics and those men and women who participated. During 1 e day there will be reunion sports events for all who Name ______ _ care to participate (golf, softball, tennis, running). arsity Intercollegiate teams will be active. Finally, in 1 ie evening, there will be a dinner dance and gala Address_____ reunion. As a fformer Colonel participant in the sports Programn as a player, manager, trainer, cheerleader, coach, etc., consider returning to your alma mater for a day of celebration. To help us better plan the day, please detach and return this form. Detailed information will then be sent to you. I am interested in returning to Wilkes to celebrate athletics and the 50th Anniversary of the College. Please send me the detailed schedule for the celebration. (Fill out mailing information below if different from mailing label on reverse side.! Name. Address-----City------ ____ State & Zip. SEND TO: Dean George Ralston Weckesser Hall. Wilkes College Wilkes-Bane. Fa. IS766 SPRING 1982 15 �]\Z^r>re than 13,500 students have passed through the halls of Wilkes College over the past 49 years. During that period of time many friendships have developed and long-lasting relationships established. During the nearly five decades of educational service, the College has been sensitive to the needs of the students and the community. To be effective, the College has, during this period, expanded its programs, strengthened its curriculum, maintained a strong faculty and made a continuing commitment to the students and community it serves. While change is necessary to keep in step with the times, Wilkes College has not changed the one thing it has offered since 1933 — Quality. Wilkes College ... a special place with special people. There is no better way to prepare for tomorrow. EflWWl'S MINDHMER A commitment to quality education and scholarship assistance for deserving students. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Spring 1982 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Spring 1982 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/4c2e485f49eb6d767d6a6161e800fc78.pdf 8657f6bd3ff38946a68a9b3df4b2434f PDF Text Text �WILKE6 COLLEGE 6UMMER 1962 Volume5, Number 4 VUaaCOU£&C.| QUtfRTEIUA editor Randall J. Xenakis On the Cover Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin handed out more than 400 degrees to Wilkes students at the 35th Annual Commencement exercise held in the Kingston Armory. One very special presentation was made to his son David who received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. More photos and commencement related stories inside. associate editor Jane Manganella alumnus editor Richard Raspen '67 s 3 C ! contributing staff Betsy Bell Condron contributing photographers Donald D. Carey Joseph Jackloski Daria Morris 35th Annual Commencement A Pictorial Review art director Jon Schaffer Commencement Week 35th Annual Commencement Sunday, May 23, 1982 Kingston Armory A Time of Joy and Celebration Creative Carver Covers Complete Circle The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. by: Dick Sarge, Sunday Patriot-News. Harrisburg. PA. Keeping an Eye on Valley Radiation Levels by-. Randy Xenakis Upward and Outward Bound Joe DeFillippis, ’65 Stands Tall in Clothes Store for Short Men BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS William L. Conyngham, Chairman Richard M. Ross, Jr., Vice Chairman William J. Umphred '52, Treasurer Mrs. William Davidowitz, Secretary James A. Adonizio Benjamin Badman ’41 Mrs. Stanley S. Davies Louis D. Davis, Jr. '60 Miss Alexandra Ehret W. Carey Evans '41 James F. Ferris '56 David C. Hall Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. John J. Karakash Richard Maslow Mrs. Robert L. Mayock Gerald A. Moffatt '63 Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth ‘51 Joseph J. Pinola '49 Kenneth E. Quickel, Jr. 11 12 13 by: Jane Manganella Letters — 4 8 9 10 Chronicle — S PRESIDENT Robert S. Capin '50 Mrs. Kenneth A. Rhodes Arnold S. Rifkin Harold J. Rose, Jr. Eugene Roth ’57 Joseph J. Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 Elizabeth A. Slaughter Stephen Sordoni Mrs. Anthony Suraci Stephen A. VanDyck Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl TRUSTEE EMERITI Miss Mary R. Koons. Honorin' Donald F. Carpenter. Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Walter M. Diener Mrs. Richard M. Ehret, Th/stcr Emerita Mrs. Eberhard L. Faber. TVustec Em.-rita Alan M. Glover Ph.D., Trustee Emeritus Thomas H. Kiley Tritste.- Emeritus Charles H. Miner. Jr. F. Ellsworth Parkhurst Tn;s.\eE”:.T:::.s Hon. Max Rosenn Louis Shaffer, Trustee Emeritus 2 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SUMMER 19S2 3 �C3 letters REMEMBERING THE 25th Dear Editor: I am pleased to inform you that I was present at that famous 25th anniversary celebration of Dr. Farley's tenure as President of Wilkes College and its predecessor, Bucknell Junior College. The event was held in the Wilkes College gym attracting approximately 1,000 people; the head table was composed of many personages including Dr. and Mrs. Eugene S. Farley, Admiral Harold R. Stark (then chairman of the Board of Trustees), Walter Carpenter, Chairman of duPont; and many other Trustees. It was a glorious event and a tremendous tribute to Dr. and Mrs. Eugene S. Farley, to whom I presented silver trays, appropriately engraved, in my capacity as the President of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Joseph J. Savitz, Esq. '48 Kingston, Pa. Dear Editor: The photograph on page 5 of the Spring ALUMNUS magazine was taken in the Wilkes Gymnasium in 1961. The event was a testimonial dinner for Dr. Eugene S. Farley in recognition of his 25 years of service to the College. I specifically remember the new car he was presented with because he was given a model and the keys before the real thing. I was there and was all of ten years old! Lindsay (Farley) Gettinger ’73 Glastonbury, Ct. (Editor’s note: Both Attorney Savitz and Mrs. Gettinger will shortly receive the special prize mentioned in the Who. . . What.. . Where. . . feature of the Alumnus for their success in identifying the photograph.] STATEMENT MISLEADING Dear Editor: I enjoy reading the Wilkes Quarterly, but the article which appeared in the last issue written by Anthony Lewis stated that Bucknell Jr. College was primarily founded for the benefit of miners' children in the valley. I found the statement misleading, as it was always my understanding that our Junior College was founded to provide a 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY sr Ms. Peggy Jones @@nn©@®©ihwffiifi,©n© i non-sectarian institution of higher learning iMley in addition to the two or three P existing Catholic colleges /King s, Misericordia, and St. Thomas, now Scranton University/. Also, very few, any, miners' children were in our College hen, as education was accessible to only those who were able to afford it. Primarily, students who went to Bucknell Jr. College represented the middle class and attende higher schools of learning on must rather than on need. This Junior College was founded on the principle of bridging the gap between high school and college and being easily accessible by private or public transportation. Personnel Profile Sincerely, Ilana Stemiuk Zubritzky McKees Rocks, Pa. END IN SIGHT Dear Editor: This June marks the tenth anniversary of my Wilkes graduation. The past ten years have been difficult but rewarding. I married my high school sweetheart and we spent the time earning degrees and accumulating debt! Now that Tom is the proud possessor of an M.S. in Political Science and Government (Scranton University) and a law degree (University of Dayton) and I've completed an M.Ed. in Special Education plus some post-graduate work in Curriculum and Supervision (Wright State University), the end of tuition bills is in sight. (Hallelujah!!). We're the delighted parents of one terrific five-year-old boy, Brendan. Brendan gives me cause to do a lot of thinking, both to the future and past. It is therefore most appropriate that my first alumna contribution comes at a time when the money is appropriated to scholarships. Y°u. remember me better as fudy Walsh. During my junior and senior year I ' "Can I help you?" If you have ever had the opportunity to visit with Dean Ralston or Dean Hoover (and most of us have!) prior to taking a chair in front of their desk you would be greeted by a warm and reassuring "Can I help you?” As in the past, those words continue to greet the many students who visit the Student Affairs Office on the second floor of Weckesser Hall and are spoken by Ms. Peggy Jones. Now in her fourteenth year at Wilkes, Peggy was hired by John Chwalek (currently Director of Community Relations at Wilkes) in the late sixties and has spent the last 14 in the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs. "When I first started in this office I worked as secretary to Dean Ralston," said Peggy in a quiet voice. ' 'When they added the position of Assistant Dean I became Dean Hoover's secretary also." Peggy remembers the late sixties and early seventies as exciting years at Wilkes. "Students always wanted change, and we were always trying to figure out what they wanted to change next so we could be one step ahead of them," she recalled. "Sometimes we were successful," she remembered. Today, Peggy remains a vibrant and vital part of the Student Affairs Office. She has also become a regular at Kirby Park where she jogs 12 laps around the track each morning before coming to work . . . that's a healthy 3 miles! Q Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. THE WILKES CoLLEGE CONNECTION So hello - and best wishes on the campaign! FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVEN<-> Judy Whelley Dayton, Ohio o 717-826-1135 NEW ENGINEERING PROGRAMS INTRODUCED FOR FALL The field of Engineering is constantly expanding to meet new needs in industry and societal areas. Dr. Umid Nejib, chairman of the Department of Engineering, in a continuous effort to meet these needs, has announced that his Department will incorporate into its curricula for Fall semester '82, two new programs leading to a B.S. degree in Engineering Management and a B.S. degree in Environmental Engineering. According to the Engineers' Joint Council, approximately two-thirds of all engineering graduates will spend half their careers as supervisors and managers in technological enterprises. "The objective of the new program in management," Nejib said, "is to provide students to industry who can more adequately fill the needs in production and marketing than the traditional engineer." He also said, "For many years, the MBA was the only educational avenue open to those who aspired to management jobs, this will offer an alternative and still allow those who graduate from this program to complete the MBA in one additional year.” The program will supply a track for those who cannot find the satisfaction DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS Members of the faculty, staff and administration were honored recently for devoted service to Wilkes College. President Robert S. Capin presented distinguished service awards to those in the Wilkes Family who have been with the college for 20 years, ten years and to those who will be retiring in the near future. Guests were entertained at a dinner at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. Dean George Ralston gave the invocation and benediction. Speakers for the event were: William Conyngham, chairman of the Board of Trustees; President Capin, and Dr. Andrew Shaw, dean of management; Dr. Charlotte Lord, Professor Emeritae, gave a reading and Chauncey Roth entertained at the piano. Twenty-Year Service Awards were presented to: Dale Buehler, James DeCosmo, Roland Schmidt, Dr. Ralph Rozelle, and Ann Marie Parry. Ten-Year Service Awards were presented to: Dr. Shaw, Marian Alexander, Dr. Clyde Houseknecht, Dr. Lester Turoczi, Herta Fehlandt, Ruth Jacob, and Anne Saxon. Retiring members of faculty and staff included: Marian Alexander, Louise Burke, Chester Colson and Lillian Duffy. Shown are recipients and guests, following the dinner. From left to right: Louise Burke, Anne Saxon, Ruth Jacob. Marian Alexander, and Jim DeCosmo. Row 2 — Dr. Shaw, Mr. Conyngham, President Capin, Lillian Duffy, Anne Marie Parry. Row 3 — Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Dean of Academic Affairs: Eugene Manganello, Personnel and Systems Coordinator; Mr. Colson, Dr. Rozelle, and Dr. Houseknecht. in pure management or in pure engineering, and will also give greater potential employment opportunities. The B.S. in Environmental Engineering is the Department's response to the needs for broad engineering approaches to society's environmental problems and the design of solutions for current and future problems. The program is designed to provide a basic engineering foundation supplemented by specialized training in the areas of solid waste, air, water, and related engineering fields. This is an interdisciplinary program which will include 30 credits in Earth and Environmental Science. Nejib said, "Job opportunities are abundant for graduates in this program. The field is wide and it includes private business, industry and government." The two new programs are an addition to the highly diversified engineering programs already incorporated into the curricula of the Department. The laboratories on the Wilkes campus house some of the most sophisticated, highly specialized equipment in the nation, giving undergraduate students access to hands-on experience usually not available until the graduate level. HIGHEST ACADEMIC AVERAGE AWARD RECIPIENTS Judith Ann Solak and Frank Sabatini, Jr., were recipients of the Mabie Scott Wandell and Sterling Leroy Wandell Award at the 35th Commencement held on May 23rd in the Kingston Armory'. The awards are presented annually to the male and female graduates who have attained the highest academic averages for their four years at Wilkes. Ms. Solak, daughter of Mrs. Stanley Solak of Wilkes-Barre, received her SUMMER 1982 5 �degree in accounting and consistently maintained academic excellence while participating in campus life. Solak is listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities," and served as president of Theta Delta Rho Sorority. She has accepted a position with the accounting firm of Parente Randolph Orlando Carey and Associates of Wilkes-Barre. Sabatini. son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sabatini of Plains received his degree in English. While at Wilkes, he served as a tutor in the Writing Lab and on the staff of the 'Manuscript'‘ publication. He is also listed in ‘ Who s Who’ and has been active in campus life. Sabatini has • been accepted at the Villanova School of Law in Philadelphia. ANNUAL DINNER DANCE One of the most poignant events held ■ year as part of Graduation Week each • Ftestivvines is the annual dinner dance. For many, it is the Iasi soda! function friends will attend together. Members of the faculty, administration and staff joined members g: the Class c: 82 tor the special occascn to wish the candidates well and extend ccnzratulations. Shewn in PHOTO-Az Members of the administration who welcomed graduates and their guests. From left to right: Associate Dean :: Student Affairs Jane George F. Ralstcn and Mrs- Ralston: V.blkes Cc liege Presides:: Robert S. Capin Dean of .Azazentic Affairs.. Dr. Hart sages. local civic leaders LEND SUPPORT TO WILKES CELEBRATION Several leaders of local service clubs and civic groups met at Wilkes this past Spring to discuss ways in which their organizations can assist the College during its 50th Anniversary Year which will be celebrated during the 1982-83 Academic Year. Mr. John Chwalek, coordinator of the 50th Anniversary, said that the local organizations have been instrumental in providing ideas, services and assistance in the preparation of the anniversary’’ calendar of events. Local civic leaders at the meeting include 1. to r? Mr. Michael Thomas, first vice president of the Wilkes-Ba Lions Club; Mr. John Chwalek; Ms. Bertha Williams, president of the American Business Women's Association; Mr. Alfred Groh, director of cultural affairs at Wilkes; and Mr. Raymond McGrath, vice president of the South Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club. Also in attendance at the meeting were Mr. Isadore Goldberg, president of the Wilkes-Barre Rotary Club and Mr. Michael Solomon, president of the Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis Club. NEW WILKES PROGRAM OPENS DOORS TO INTERNATIONAL JOB NLARKET If someone asked you the question Avez-Vous un MBA? would you be able to respond? How about Haben Sie ein MBA? or Tien L'sted a MBA? Anyone -who has a strong background in foreign language can tell you that the foreign words translate into “DO YOU HAVE? Those with a business background are familiar with an MBA which is an abbreviated version of a Masters of Business Administration degree. Together, the combination of foreign language and business can open new doors into the international job market The marriage of the two distinct fields of study creates a new dimension for students who are considering careers in either foreign languages or business. According to Dr. Thomas Katka chairman of the Department of Language and Literature. "Many ;der." are searching for -tiz^ to broader; the fields ir. which their foreign .ar. y.tge degree can be used. One way .it, combine a foreign ^.-.S .age curriculum with a graduate . . ' ■ : ■■■: ■■■.■: \ ''"f" whi-h 7"'uM 'he r.carkc-'ab.e in the world ‘Pajl ./ .. program h 8 bachelor ;.f 'A .^.'.">',1. (tr Dr. Hilda Marban, professor of Foreign Languages, reviews the new Language and Literature and MBA combination program with freshman student Ray Hanks of Warminster, Pa. The innovative program will begin in the Fall and open new doors for students into the international job market. German and a master of business administration degree all within a five-year period. As an example of how the new program will work, Kaska offered the following: "A high school student who is considering a foreign language major in French can choose Io take his or her elective courses in the area of business administration. Following four years of undergraduate work that student can '"roll, if eligible, in the graduate bucinc'/; program and receive mi ’h" follov/ing year," According I" Ka-.ka, "Th,. |;A jn French and the "i l/ir.in'-K will make lite titudent international business firm." Dr. Walter Karpinich. assistant professor of Foreign Languages says, "Businesses that are involved in the international marketplace are in need of competent graduates who can speak the language and understand the culture of foreign nations where trade is taking place. Graduates with this kind of background and expertise will be much more effective and valuable." "In many cases," adds Karpinich, "international companies have had to hire people from foreign countries to fill their personnel needs in their overseas operations. This innovative program will train our own people and give international corporations a pool of our citizens from which to choose." Gary Williams, Assistant Vice President of First Eastern Bank, N.A. of Wilkes-Barre and a 1972 graduate of Wilkes, says that he wishes that this option had been available to him when he was at the College. "As a result of my active involvement with First Eastern's foreign transactions I have been able to see first-hand how valuable the combination of knowledge of international business and a foreign language capability is today," says Williams. "The demand for students with degrees in business-related majors continues to be excellent. An MBA in combination with an undergraduate degree in a foreign language can result in a very marketable graduate. Multinational corporations, trading companies, government agencies and banks are only a few of the firms which will be actively recruiting personnel with these skills during the decade of the 80's." Williams is responsible for commercial lending at First Eastern and is Treasurer of the World Trade Club which is involved with local export promotion. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ESTABLISHES SCRANTON CHAPTER The Office of Alumni Relations held a meeting in Scranton recently to begin the establishment of a Scranton Area Alumni Chapter. The meeting, held at the Scranton Club, is the first in a series of get-togethers and activities planned by Director of Alumni Relations, Richard Raspen. The program is aimed at maintaining contact with alumni in Lackawanna County. "We are very interested in a continued cohesiveness with our members in the Scranton area, and look Io them for input in enhancing the Wilkes image in Lackawanna County," Raspen said. Among (hose in attendance were Lurry Cohen, ‘77, Sanford Cohen, Tri both Irom Clark Summit; Luchina Surin.’i, '57, a member ot the Wilkes Board of Trustees, Clarks Green; Dr. Roy E. Morgan, Wilkes-Barre; and President Robert S. Capin. BRITISH ENSEMBLE TO HELP OPEN ANNIVERSARY YEAR The world renowned Fitzwilliam String Quartet will be on hand at Wilkes in September to help kick-off the celebration of the 50th Anniversary. The brilliant young British ensemble will perform in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts on September 25 at 8 p.m., and will serve as the initial event in a series of cultural programs scheduled throughout the academic year in observance of the anniversary. The Convocation formally opening the celebration will be held on September 24. Members of the Fitzwilliam Quartet are especially well-known for their performances which are devoted exclusively to the music of Dmitri Shostakovich. As exponents of this music they have achieved international recognition and acclaim. A relatively young group, the ensemble was formed about twelve years ago. when its members met as students at Cambridge. Since that time, they have become the Quartet in Residence at York University in England. Members of the quartet are (1. to r.k Christopher Rowland Jmaihaz. Sparey, Alan George, and Ioan Davies. For a complete listing of Anniversary events see page 12 of the Alumnus section. WILKES RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR SUPPORT OF MINDPOWER CAMPAIGN Wilkes College was one of 16 colleges and universities from the United States and abroad to receive a Citation of Merit Award for the effective and creative use of the national ‘America s Energy is Mindpower' campaign. Wilkes used the theme as the basis for its 1982 Annual Fund Raising Drive which exceeded its $400,000 goal toward providing scholarship funds for capable and deserving students. Announcement of the award was made recently by Mr. Charles Helmken, vice president of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE' Washington D.C According to Helmken Wilkes College was resourceful and effective in helping us to reach over 70 million people nationwide with our mindpowov message.' The Wilkes development stall created the campus and community program through (he use ot mindpowet materials which included special publications advertising campaigns pesters -nd other special events. Among ether colleges and urdvecsities cited for the award are Florida State University University et Ca'.aetttia a: Los Angeles University e: Southern California University at Illinois Foundation University e: Terento and Wayne State UniversityAbove Wilkes College President Robert S. Cavin seated is shew -. with his Deve'opm.ert Statt i. .e ... Ct tames Aikrnar. diteete. e: de .; et— Mr. Randal'. '. Xenav s ci ieete-. e t:ets\ Re'.'. Ce.’.dten ei-.teeto: et elan -od giving' I':. '.'.'.o-.-.v.sF. Xe'.lv e.ee-. er ex.e' t'.a'. and ' .. S . .. e Kaspen direct.", e. ..I e aw...d " n-;: g w:;en.. s \\ >.s wr a exl'-l'lted I'.'-.o-.-.te e'... ;>.e Ina'm.iiion.ti ,\s>ee CASr ... the week e A ,\ II' IS �VOL. 2, NO. 1 The following Class Notes were compiled by the Office of Alumni Relations from infor­ mation received through May 31, 1982; an­ nouncements of such events as births, deaths, marriages, earning of degrees, address or employment changes should be sent to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. 35th Annual Commencement A Pictorial Review 1941 BEN BADMAN, senior Vice-President at NPW Medical Center here in the Valley, and a member of the Organizing Committee for "Leadership WilkesBarre," recently served as a facilitator for a seminar on "The Health Care Network" for the Leadership class. 1949 NAOMI (HONS] HAAG sent in the 1979 Alumni Update survey after it was returned to her by the United States Postal Service. It seems that Naomi had forgotten to place a stamp on the envelope, and it took the USPS only three years to get it back to her. Naomi earned degrees at Bucknell University and at Kutztown State College after leaving Wilkes, and is now District Library Coordinator for the An­ tietam School District in Reading, PA. Naomi and husband Robert, also a secondary teacher, reside in Reading. 1952 and resides in Boston, where he is Professor of History on the faculty of Suffolk University. Ned is also serving on the Wilkes' History of the College Committee, and is providing us with much informa­ tion on the early years as Bucknell Junior College as we prepare to celebrate our 50th Anniversary in 1982-83. Dr. AMBROSE SARICKS was also named to "Who's Who in America." He earned the B.A. and M.A. at Bucknell University, and his Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin. He is Professor of History at the University of Kansas at Lawrence, where he resides. 1936 MIRKO J. TUHY retired in September 1981 as Project Engineer with Hercules Incorporated. He spent 22 years with Exxon prior to his 20 years of service with Hercules. He currently resides in Overland Park, KS, and retired at the Sunflower Ar­ my Ammunition Plant in DeSoto, KS. Best wishes for a long and happy retirement, Mirko. I 1 i i HELEN (BITLER) RALSTON recently performed as contralto soloist in Dvorak's "Requiem," which was presented by the Wyoming Valley Oratorio So­ ciety here in Wilkes-Barre. Helen is well known throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania, and is solo­ ist at First United Presbyterian Church in the city and has sung frequently with the Scranton Singers' Guild. CARROLL and ADELINE (ELVIS] STEIN have relocated from Virginia Beach, VA, to Yuma, AZ. Thanks for the address change, folks. If you tell us more about what took you to Yuma, we'll pass it along to your friends and classmates. 1953 LEO SOLOMON was appointed as Vice President for Membership of Penn Mountains Council, Boy Scouts of America. Leo is superintendent of the Wilkes-Bane Area School District, and is active in many community groups in the area. 1954 1937 JIM ATHERTON, director of student affairs at Luzerne County Community College and Head Coach of Basketball here at Wilkes, was the main speaker at the West Side Vo-Tech High School Sports Banquet. Atty. DONALD P. McHUGH, listed among "Who's Who in America," is Vice President and General Counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies in Bloomington, IL. Don earned the A.B. at Bucknell, and the J.D. at Georgetown. He resides in Bloom­ ington with wife Frances; they have four children. MARVIN B. STROPE started his new position as Professor of Earth Science and Computer Science al College of Southern Idaho. Marvin earned the M.S. at Montana State University, and the doctorate in Environmental Science at Utah State. He resides in Twin Falls, ID. 1955 RUSSELL R. PICTON is serving as Director of Development and Executive Director of the Foun­ dation at the University of Oregon. The "old guard" will remember Russ and the work he did here at Wilkes in both the Alumni and the Development areas which laid such a firm foundation for those of us now in the External Affairs offices. 1957 GLORIA (DRAN) ELSTON has been patient with us since we began spelling her maiden name incor­ rectly back in 1977-sorry, Gloria, we finally got it right. Thanks for the note from Birmingham, AL. Dr. TERRY L. SMITH recently received notifica­ tion that he has met the requirements of the American Board of Orthodontics, and received its certificate conferring Diplomate status at its meeting in St. Louis. Terry earned his dental degree in 1961 at Penn, and the M.S. in Orthodontics at Fairleigh Dickinson in 1966. He and wife Mae reside in Kings­ ton and have four daughters: Karen, Nancy, Amy, and Jessie. WILLIAM TREMAYNE Vice President with Pru­ dential Insurance, recently served Gov. Thomas H. Kean of New Jersey by analyzing that state's budget and presented a package to balance the budget and reduce business taxes. Bill, who served as our Na­ tional President some years ago, resides in Pisca­ taway, NJ, with his wife Laura and children Cuyler, Carter, and Kerry. 1958 Our sympathies go out to the family of WILLIAM MURPHY. Bill recently passed away in WilkesBarre following an illness. He served with the Air Force during the Korean conflict, and was employed by the U.S. Department of Transportation in Wash­ ington, D.C. He is survived by his wife Cicile and daughters Karen, Shannon, and Gabrielle. Dr. ANDREW SHAW, Jr., our Dean of Manage­ ment and the Director of the Institute of Regional Affairs and the Small Business Development Center here on campus, has been appointed Vice President for Community Relations of the Penn Mountains Council, Boy Scouts of America. He has been charged with improving Scouting’s relationship with the entire community. Andy was also inducted into the "Colonel's Society" following the annual post­ Commencement golf tournament on May 24. Con­ gratulations, Andy. Nanticoke native JOHN HARVEY has been named council scout executive of the Land of the Oncidas Council, Boy Scouts of America, Utica, NY. Jack was also cited for his contributions to scouting through ALUMNUS 1 �the commissioner sendee in councils in Wilmington, DE, Valley Forge, PA, and Baltimore, MD. He and wife Marie have two children, Chris and Scott. Dr. PATRICIA (YOST) PISANESCHI recently chaired a conference of the Pennsylvania Associa­ tion of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel. Pat directs the EOC here in Wyoning Valley. I960 Congratulations go out to BOYD BOATS. Boyd was recently appointed the new Committeeman for the Second Ward of Forty Fort Borough, where he is ac­ tive in Republican part}’ circles. 1961 Those of you who read "A Case of Fraud at Har­ vard” in the February S NEWSWEEK came across a name familiar to many of us at Wilkes. Dr. WIL­ LIAM RAUB of the National Institutes of Health was one of the NIH officers quoted in the story. 1962 ROMAN ANDREW BOREK is House Manager of Ambassador (College) Auditorium in Pasadena, CA. Roman has traveled extensively since his days at Wilkes, and is now responsible for the auditorium and its program, which includes a season of 130 con­ certs a year. Congratulations to WILBUR N. DOITER and wife Mary on the birth of a their son Charles Francis on February 12, joining other children Margie, age 4, and Billy, age 2. Wilbur is Associate Professor of iMathematics at Montgomery College in Takoma Park, MD. They reside in Silver Spring. 1963 BOB HERMAN, one of John Reese's first AllAmericans in wrestling at Wilkes, was recently honored by the Wyoming Valley West Wrestling Club on his 200th career coaching victory. Con­ gratulations, Bob. JOHN SHEEHAN, of the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce, recently addressed the Kingston-Forty Fort Lions Ciub. His topic covered Pennsylvania's industrial and economic status. JUDITH N. SPITALE, R.N., has been named to the position of patient care coordinator of Hospice Saint John, a home care program which specializes in health care for terminally ill patients and their families. Judy received her R.N. diploma from Nes­ bitt Memorial Hospital in 1962 and the B.S.N.Ed. here at Wilkes. She is enrolled in the M.S.N. pro­ gram at College Misericordia. 1964 July 3 will be a happy day for MARY KAY BAR­ RETT as she weds Charles H. Rotert, Jr„ in Rich­ mond, VA. Mary Kay recently earned the M.S. in Oncology Nursing at the University of Virginia. Charles is a graduate of the College of William and Mary and the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at Rutgers University; he is executive vice president of Central Fidelity Banks. Inc. of Virginia. Congratula­ tions, and bet wishes to you both. Congratulations also go out to GARY EINHORN and wife Susan Kay on the birth of their son Noah 2 ALUMNUS The Einhorns reside in Nyack, NY. LELAND FRE1DENBURG, Jr., is a Commander with the U.S. Public Health Seryice serving as; a Program Analyst at the Portland Area Indian Health Service. He and his wife Linda have three children: Lauri, 14, Tess, 13, and Rebecca, 6. They reside in Aloha, OR. Atty. JEFFRY H. GALLET was recently married to Dr. Gail A. Wasserman at the Gould Boat House at Columbia University. Jeff received the Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award at Commencement 1982. Gail is a child psychologist and an assistant professor of Psychology at Columbia University. MALCOLM D. GROPPER is the new President of the His­ toric Smithville Devel­ opment Company in Galloway Township, NJ. Malcomb had been Senior Vice Pres­ ident for Eastern Op­ erations of Leisure Technology Corpora­ tion, and joined Smithville in July 1981 as Executive Vice President. CAROLE (YUDISKY) GUSTITUS received the "Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year” award given by the North Atlantic Regional Association for Counselor Education and Supervision. Carole earned the M.A. in Counseling at Marywood Col­ lege, where she served as the student representative of the graduate school She is a counselor and pro­ gram specialist with the Scranton Office of the Educational Opportunity Center, and resides in Kingston with husband Edward and children Gaye and Ted. 1965 ANDREA (CIEBIEN) and JACK C. BARNES, our regional vice-presidents from Region XII, are resid­ ing in Pittsburgh with children Jack, 14, and Jim, 13. Andrea was recently honored as the #1 producer for Merrill-Lynch in the Pittsburgh market with sales of more than $4 million for 1981. She was also named to the "Leading Edge Society" as one of the top ten realtors among the more than 8,000 Merrill-Lynch sales associates in the country. Jack is Manager of Industrial Accounts for State Equipment Corpora­ tion, a distributor of construction and mining equip- 1966 We received word of the death of MARTHA (HAHN) BRENNAN early this year. ,Martha ’.L. was marketing and communications director of the Springfield. MA Orchestra Association following seven years with the Chamber Music Society of Lin­ coln Center. The Association, 56 Dwight Street, Wie d, MA 01103, has established a Music rima m her memory. CAROL (ROTHMAN) PELLETIER has relocated Boynton Beach, FL, to Bromont, Province of yuebec, Canada. ROGER A. ROLFE is Vice President, Investments, u Staged Investments with D-an Witter Reynolds in Clearwater, FL. LEVOND JONES and Nicholas Elbaum werP m ried in New York City on April 24. Levond the M.S.W. at Marywood College, while NichX™ a graduate of the Ohio State University with an M A* in sociology. They are associated with the Rh h Island Department of Mental Health. They resid °’ Providence, RI. eln BARRY MILLER recently opened his own real estate company, Barry Miller Enterprises, in Den ver. Any alumni in the Denver area needing real estate services are encouraged to seek Barry’s help-he's located in the Empire Savings BuildL on Hampden Avenue. 8 MARY ANN ROUNTREE won a scholarship to study electrical engineering at the University of Dayton through the National Science Foundation Mary Ann was formerly a writer and research librarian for the TIMES LEADER, and also served as an analyst with the local Institute for Human Re­ sources. FRANKLIN WYCKOFF is an airline U™ industry manager with American Telephone and Telegraph “""-h in Wharton, NJ. 1968 ALLEN and Martha BACHMAN announce the birth of a daughter, Jodie Ann, on March 24. Con­ gratulations, folks. FRED N. BROWN served as chairman of the Potts­ town (PA) School District Language Arts Committee which recently developed a nationally recognized curriculum guide. He earned the M.Ed. from Tem­ ple University and the principal’s certification from Lehigh University. He resides in Boyertown, PA with wife Linda and children Rebecca, 10, and Damon, 6. Congratulations to DONALD M. KRONICK upon his admission to partnership with Laventhol & Horwath, certified public accountants. Dr. JAMES V. MEYL earned the Doctor of Public Administration degree in December 1981 from Nova University. He resides in Clarks Summit, PA. ARTHUR H. TREVETHAN was recently promoted to director of property insurance product develop­ ment with Nationwide Insurance. After starting as a claims adjuster here in Wilkes-Barre, Art was a claims coordinator at Nationwide's Harrisburg Regional Office, and moved to the Columbus, OH, home office in 1977 as supervisor of property claims. He holds a master’s degree from the Univer­ sity of Dayton, and is designated as a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter. He resides in Delaware, OH, with wife Cheryl and their two children. 1969 Congratulations to Dr. THOMAS F. KELLY upon his election as Chapter Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Wyoming Valley Chapter, American Red Cross. Tom resides in Mountaintop with wife Nancy Kay and children Christopher and Cynthia MARC LEVEY recently joined the Chicago law firm of Kirland and Ellis. Marc earned an M.L. in Taxation at the University of Miami, and the J.D. at the University of Cincinnati. He and wife Marsha reside in Glencoe, IL. 35th Annual Chwalek Invitational Tournament A rain-soaked Wilkes-Barre Municipal Golf Course was the setting for the 35th Annual John Chwalek Invitational Golf Tournament on Monday, May 24. Weather conditions, however, did not deter some 60-plus of the more ardent duffers from completing the round of golf, held each year on the day following Commencement. The highlight of the post-tourney dinner each year is the awarding of "Colonel Blazers,” emblematic of induction into the exclusive “Colonel’s Society." The group, which now boasts nearly fifty members, was begun several years ago by Tournament Committee members Phil Tuhy, Gene Manganello, Joe Chisarick, and of course, “Uncle” John Chwalek. The purpose is to honor those individuals from on- and off-campus who have made significant contributions to the progress of Wilkes College. New Colonels include Alfred S. Groh, Director of Cultural Activities, and Dr. Andy Shaw, Dean of Management, Mayor Thomas McLaughlin of Wilkes-Barre, Frank Knorek of Nanticoke, President of Wyoming Valley Country Club, Herb Morris, former Assistant to the President some years ago, and Dr. Francis Michelini, President of the Commission of Independent Colleges, Pennsylvania Association of Colleges GEORGE and CAROL (CORBETT) '79 PAW­ LUSH have much to be proud of: George earned first-place honors in the nationwide 1981 MacEachern Awards Competition conducted by the Academy of Hospital Public Relations for his work concerning the comprehensive public relations pro­ gram leading up to the opening of the NPW Medical Center, where George is assistant administrator for public affairs. He served Wilkes as director of sports information, director of the news bureau, and direc­ tor of public relations, and holds both a B.S. in Com­ merce & Finance and an M.S, in Education ... Carol gave birth to their first daughter, Christina, on January’ 25. She joins the Pawlush boys George IV and Timothy at their Forty Fort home. Carol also serves as Secretary of the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Alumni Association; George has had articles published in the PR CASEBOOK and the JOURNAL OF HEALTH CARE MARKETING. Speaking of elections, ANDREA PETRASEK was recently voted in as secretary-treasurer of Local 2562 of the American Federation of Stale. County, and Municipal Employees, affiliated with the Child Development Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Andrea is a supervisor at the West Pittston center and resides in Kingston. She has accepted the re­ sponsibility for planning and overseeing construe- I ■ n and Universities, and second President of Wilkes College. A special presentation was also made, installing Dr. Eugene S. Farley as "First Colonel.” President Capin accepted the framed Certificate of Membership and blazer lapel patch, and indicated that it would be permanently displayed in the Evans Alumni House, former residence of the first President of Wilkes College, in fitting tribute to the memory of Dr. Farley. tion of the Alumni Float for the Homecoming ’82 Parade, and we certainly wish her well in that en­ deavor. JUDITH (FORD) SHERIDAN is a nurse in the Austin, TX, area, but that is all the information we have on file. Judy, please let us know more about you. MICHELE SHIVELL recently inaugurated her en­ tertainment and listing sendee called "Michele Shivell Studios." As she tells us more about the serv­ ice, we will pass it along for those readers interested in such an offering. JOE SKVARLA was recently named manager of the Hanover Area American Legion Baseball Club. Joe, who starred at both baseball and football here at Wilkes, also coached football for many years with us. Good luck with the team, Joe. BERNARD J. V1N0VRSKI, Associate Director of Admissions at Bloomsburg State College, will serve as interim Assistant to the President of the College. "Sparky" earned three degrees here at Wilkes - the B.S. in Business Administration, an M.S. in Educa­ tion in 1976, and a Master of Business Administra­ tion in 1978. He served as Director of the Summer and Evening College, and as Associate Director of Admissions, and was an assistant coach of the varsi­ ty golf team at Wilkes. He and his wife MARCELLA (WROBLEWSKI) '68 have two boys: Martin, 7, and Todd, 4; they reside in Courtdale. JOSEPH C. WIENDL sent in a short note letting us know that all has been well with him — he is with the Ingersoll-Rand Sales Office in Knoxville, TN. We certainly did say hello for you. Thanks, Joe. JAMES WILLS, of Falls Church, VA, has a new position as Vice President/Treasurer with the Cor­ vus Corporation of Vienna, VA. Jim earned the M.S. degree at George Washington University in 1979. 1970 Dr. CARL CHARNETSKI recently presented a lec­ ture on "Living With Stress" as part of the Spring Family Seminar Series offered by the NPW Medical Center to the community. Carl, who earned the Ph.D. at Temple, is a member of our Psychology Department faculty, and is a staff member at NPW. Dr. MARY ANN (DYBOWSKI) KAISER has just co-authored a book "Environmental Problem Solv­ ing Using Gas and Liquid Chromatography" with R. L. Grob. The book is published by Elsevier Scien­ tific Publishing Company as part of the Chromatog­ raphy Library Series. She is the Supervisor of the Separations Group in the Central Research and Development Department, E. I. duPont de Nemours and Company, Wilmington, DE. Dr. JAY H. GOLDSTEIN and wife Jane announce the birth of their daughter Renee Beth on July 27, 1981. This note will get to folks in time for Renee's first birthday party. Jay is a dentist. Dp NELSON G. LANDMESSER is a Development Chemist with Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, being recently transferred to its Cincinnati operation. He resides in Loveland, OH. Thank you, SHERYL (LUCKER) MARIONNI for the update card. Sheryl earned the M.A. in Music in . 1978 at Marywood College, and is currently the Director of Music at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Scranton. She resides in Dalton, PA, with hus­ band EDWARD '72, and son Christopher, age 6, and daughter Elizabeth, age 3. DAVID SILBERMAN wrote to us from Monsey, NY, telling us that he is a Senior Buyer with Hahne & Company in Newark, NJ. Wife BRENDA (SCHMIDT) '73 is a teacher of the gifted and talented in the Elmwood Park School District, Elm­ wood Park, NJ. The Silbermans have a daughter Lauren Rachel who will enjoy her first birthday on August 3. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. THE WILKES College connection FOR 24HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS. 717-826-1135 ALUMNUS 3 �Wyoming Valley Chapter Holds Spring Dinntter Nearly 70 local Alumni gathered in early May at the Fox Hill Country Club in West Pittston, PA for the Annual Spring Dinner of the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Alumni Association. Mary Pat Melvin '74 was chairman of the dinner, assisted by Allan Zellner '72. Principal speaker of the evening was Al Boscov, founder of Boscov's Department Stores. Boscov purchased the former Fowler, Dick and Walker Boston Store in Wilkes-Barre, and is credited by many as the driving force which led to the revitalization of the Downtown shopping area. Mr. Boscov is shown at right receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from Marvin Antinnes ’61, President of the local Chapter and Toastmaster of the dinner. After asking the question "What gift can be given to 1971 H. FRANK ARVA, II, is a revenue agent with the Internal Revenue Sendee in York, PA. He resides in Shiremanstown with wife Deborah and children: Megan, 4, Matthew, 2, and Kimberly, soon to be 1. Congratulations to BUCK MALLAN on the birth of his first child Brian on April 20, 1982. Buck is Vice President of Region V — northern New Jersey — and is an Account Executive with the Newton Service Agency. ELLIOT J. STAHLER is an Attorney in Studio City, CA Double congratulations to PAULETTE (SLAVINSKAS) WEINRICH on the birth of her twin girls Alexis Leigh and Jaime Lyn on February 22, 1981, Paulette is a labor relations specialist with the Library of Congress, and resides in Rockville, MD. 1972 THOMAS J. CHMIOLA is a Sales Engineer with the LeFebure Corporation in Williamsport, PA, where he resides. WENDY (BURROUGHS) and husband David CONNELL announce the birth of their son Andrew on February 10, 1982. The Connells reside in Doylestown, PA, with three-year-old daughter Katie. MIKE and NANCY (BROKHAHNEI DANEY are to be congratulated on the birth of their first - a daughter Megan - on January 17. Mike is Senior Merchandise Manager with Jewelcor, Inc.; they re­ side in Shavertown, PA. An addition to the 1970 class note on the Lucker family: EDWARD earned the M.B.A. in 1975 at the University of Scranton, and is a personnel analyst at the Clarks Summit State Hospital. On May 28, 1982, KATHY (KOTERBA) GOOBIC gave birth to the third Goobic son, Timothy. Proud parents also have sons Jonah, age 3, and Adam, age 2. 1973 NANCY DENE ADLER is currently employed at the School of Environmental Design of the Universi­ ty of Colorado. She resides in Boulder, CO. B® .AS a man who owns eight department stores?" Antinnes also presented Boscov with a Wilkes College necktie, noting that the tie can be obtained only from the Alumni Office. BARBARA N. BELLUCCI (M.S.) recently earned a doctorate in education at Temple University. She is an R.N., and earned the B.S.N.Ed., also here at Wilkes, and is associated with the Act 101 Program at King's College. She and husband Joseph, a mem­ ber of our Education Department, reside in Conyng­ ham with daughters Lisa and Alison. Congratula­ tions, Barb. Another set of double good wishes go out to FRANK and TERESA (BROWN) '72 GALICKI on the birth of their twin daughters Teresa and Lena on October 16, 1981, joining sister Doramarie who will be two on July 26. Frank earned the M.S. degree at the Uni­ versity of Scranton, and is the Assistant Principal of the Junior High School of the Berwick Area School District. The Galickis reside in Mocanaqua, PA. CLYDE FITCH has recently been promoted to Manager of Commercial Insurance Mass Marketing and Interdivisional Marketing with Aetna Life and Casualty Insurance Company. FRANK J. GUBITOSE was promoted to Vice Presi­ dent of the James O. Brown Company, a food brok­ erage firm. Frank also holds a master's in Edu­ cational Counseling, and resides in Laflin, PA, with wife Barbara Ann and children Glen and Linda. ESTELLE (NOVZENJ KISLIN reports the birth of a son Jonathan on January 2, 1982. The Kislins also have a daughter Kerrie. 3 years old. Estelle and Lou reside in Pittsburgh. RICHARD J. LUKESH has relocated to Williams­ port, PA, where he is the assistant administrator at the Williamsport Hospital. WILLIAM R. MAINWARING (M.B.A.), executive vice president of Wilkes-Barre's First Eastern Bank, has been elected Chairman of the Greater WilkesBarre Chamber of Commerce. Bill, who is also a graduate of the Stonier Graduate School of Banking at Rutgers University, was also a guest speaker at a small business seminar where he discussed the role of the banking community in small business. n SAn O'MALLEY gave birth to a son, David William, on December 30, 1981. She and hus­ band Thomas reside in Holland, PA. ROBERT RADICE, formerly of Plains, PA, has been named resident manager of the 1407-room Grand Hyatt New York. He was resident manager of the Rye Town Hilton, Rye, NY. The Grand Hyatt is on Park Avenue at Grand Central Terminal, and Bob encourages you to stop in and say hello the next time you are in the neighborhood. HELEN MacLELLAN been honored as an Amer­ ican Leader by the Community Leaders of America, and will appear in the 12th Edition of its listing. Helen was also named to "Who's Who in the East," and earned an Award of Merit from the American Biological Institute for outstanding professional and public service. In addition, she was included in the first edition of "Two Thousand Notable Americans." She is a technical planning specialist in the office of program planning of the National Eye Institute of the National Institutes of Health. Helen earned both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree here at Wilkes. A son, Michael G., II, was born to MICHAEL and Catherine TSUCALAS on January 6, 1982. Michael and family reside in Island Heights, NJ. BOBBY Z, local polka personality, recently chaired the 12-hour American Cancer Society dance-a-thon and telethon as program director. Congratulations to Stephen and BONNIE (GRANT) ROSICK, proud parents of Jennifer Lynn, born March 18,1982. The Rosicks have another daughter, Stacey Leigh, who will be three years old in Oc­ tober. They reside in Pringle, PA. 1974 PHILIP AURON is an Assistant Professor of Med­ icine at Tufts University Medical School, and a visit­ ing scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Tech­ nology. We hope by now that CAROLE (REICH) SHORE received a Colonel's bib for Tabitha. We would like a copy of a photo so we can include it in the next issue of the ALUMNUS. MARK W. CHAMBERLAIN was promoted to the Executive Staff at First Eastern Bank here in WilkesBarre. MAUREEN (KORTBAWI) TALBOTT reports from North Syracuse, NY, that she and Air Force hus­ band, Raymond, are expecting a transfer soon. Let us know when it happens, Maureen. Congratulations on the birth of Laura on April 6, joining big sister Kira, almost 4 years old. Keep in touch! CHRISTINE DONAHUE recently sang the major role in "The River Flows," a one-hour performance­ documentary on the concert opera written to com­ memorate Pennsylvania's Tricentennial. The perfor­ mance was televised by WV1A-TV. National Association Treasurer DEBBIE DUNLEAVY recently spoke to the Wyoming Valley Women's Club on the topic "On the Other Side of the Camera." Debbie is a newswoman with WDAU television in Scranton. ANN (SCHULTZ) and Ronald TRIBENDIS an­ nounce the birth of a daughter Amy on January 29, 1982. They also have a son Ronnie, age 4. The fami­ ly lives in Hanover Township, PA. Just a day earlier, ANITA [MILLER) WILLIAMS gave birth to a daughter Kelly Elizabeth. Another piece of coincidence is that the Williams' first daughter. Holly Anne, was born on January 8 (1980), just as Ronnie Tribendis was bom on January 8, but in 1978. PAMELA (ROZETT) HETTRICH and husband are the proud owners of Kiddieland, with stores in both Wilkes-Barre and Scranton; they are also the proud new parents of Dustin Ryan, bom December 21, 1981. Congratulations on both accomplishments, folks - we wish you well. LORENE (DARING) LABERGE is a soprano solo­ ist with the Towson, MD, Presbyterian Church, and recently gave birth to a daughter Kelsen Elizabeth on January 10, 1982. The LaBerges also have a threeyear-old, Colynn Anne. Michael and SHARON (KRUK) LANE announce the birth of a daughter, Stephanie Mae. Michael is a certified public accountant with the Commonwealth . of Virginia and Sharon teaches in Goochland, VA. They reside in Richmond. January 23, 1982 was the birth date of Michael An­ thony, first child for DIANA (GIOVANNINI) MILGIORINO and husband Ron. The family re­ sides in Scranton. ROBERT and ELAINE (OWEN) HOOLEY report that Bob has a new position as organist and choir master at Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, in Lakeside, VA. They reside in Richmond, where Bob is also with Aetna Life & Casualty. ROBERT SINGER is regional sales manager for the Pacific Northwest for All Brand Importers, Inc. Bob also earned the M.B.A. here in 1976. Congratulations to Dr. BARRY ALLEN WARNER who has been appointed Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Pennsylvania State University Col­ lege of Medicine, Hershey, PA. Barry earned the D O. at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Med­ icine in 1978, and is currently Chief Medical Res­ ident at the Hershey Medical Center. He resides in Hershey with wife Evelyn and children Cristina and David. 1976 DONI D. EDWARDS teaches English at Wyoming Seminar)' in Fort}’ Fort, PA. She is presently com­ pleting her requirements for certification as a reading specialist at Temple University. WHO . . . WHAT . . . WHERE? A special prize will be awarded the person who can identify the individuals shown in the above photograph, and tell us where and why the photo was taken. Unlike past "Who . . . What . . . 1975 DEBORAH (FLITCRAFT) ANDREWS and hus­ band Chuck added another member, Carlie Eliza­ beth, to the family on November 15, 1981. The An­ drews live in Schnectady, NY. RAYMOND BARTOSH has been named vice presi­ dent for fiscal affairs at Wilkes-Barre's Mercy Hospital, where he had been serving as director of fiscal affairs. Ray is a certified public accountant, and lives in Wilkes-Barre with wife Karen and chil­ dren Amy and Raymond, Jr. GEORGE C. COMEROSKY and Lillian Mika were married on April 3. George earned the B.S. degree in Biology. Where?" features, even the Alumni Office is not completely sure of the answers. An alum sent us the photo without complete identification, so we are looking to our readers for help. THEODORE B. DENNIS and Ellen Mar)- Proeller were recently married. Ellen is a faculty member in our Department of Nursing, while Ted is a music teacher. RICHARD C. EVANS is Controller for the shoe retailing firm of Bari of Florida in Winter Park. He resides in Orlando, FL. LINDA B. HOLONIA has legally changed her name to STEPHANIE B. WIECER following her adoption by her aunt and uncle following her mother's death. Stephanie resides in Morrisville. PA, and is a senior accountant with Manuel S. Newman & Co., CPA’s, of Lawrenceville, NJ. On July 3 DAVID J. SKOPEK and Barbara Ann Ondrick will marry in Wilkes-Barre. David is associated with National Music Centers, and also teaches piano and organ. Barbara is a graduate of College iMisericordia, and is a nurse in the Pro­ gressive Care Unit of Mercy Hospital. Best wishes, folks. ’ BRIAN and DOROTHY' (DEMKO) '77 SCHLIER are residing in Plantsville, CT, with daughters Jessica, age 3, and Cynthia, who will be one year old on July 28. CHARLES R. SUPPON and Pamela Marie Mullay will be wed on July 10. Chuck, who also earned the M.S. here in 1978, is a member of the faculty of the Middle School in the Wyoming Valley West district. PAULY VECCHIO, of Belleville, NJ, was graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara Medi­ cal School, Guadalajara, Mexico, in June, 19S1. She is presently in Fifth Pathway program at Rutgers Medical School in Newark. NJ, and has been ac­ cepted into a Family Practice Residency program at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Utica, NY, for July 1982. Be sure to send us your new address once things are settled in Utica, Paula - good luck there. I ALUMNUS ALUMNUS 5 �GARY BRAY and Rosemarie McDonough were married on March 6. Gary is a lieutenant with the U.S. Air Force at McGuire AFB in New Jersey where he is a maintenance officer in the Flight Line Branch. Connecticut Alumni Gather in Hartford Cooke's Taverne in Plainville, just outside Hartford, CT, was the gathering site for Connecticut area alumni for a Spring dinner. The Taverne, listed on the National Register of Historical Landmarks, dates back to the American Revolution. Dinner followed a slide show featuring current and not-socurrent scenes of the campus and Wilkes;Barre area, and brief presentations were made by Director of Community Relations John J. Chwalek and President Robert S. Capin. Chwalek, who is also coordinator of the Fiftieth Anniversary Committee, also spoke on the many activities planned for the anniversary celebration. Shown in photo (1. to r.) are Chwalek, Lindsey (Farley) 1977 SUE (KOTULA) BEDNAREK has been accepted into the Master's degree Nurse Anesthetist Program at the State Universit}’ of New York at Buffalo, be­ ginning in September 1982. She and husband Mike live outside of Buffalo, where they raise quarter horses; Sue is currently a staff nurse at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. GLORIA (AGURKIS) CAVANAUGH, programmer analyst in the Information Management Division of the Fidelity Bank of Philadelphia, recently designed and will instruct a six-month training program con­ sisting of both classroom and on-the-job instruction to produce new programmers for the Bank. r Lt. GERALD CALDERONE, Jr., has entered the Air Force Institute of Technology program, where he will study for a master's degree in 'science systems management at USC in Los Angeles. Gettinger '73 and George Gettinger '72, a Dentist from Glastonbury', CT, and James Shaughnessy, long-time friend of John Chwalek who recruited many teachers for the Groton (CT) Schools, and now Supervising Principal of the Mystic Academy. Thanksgiving Day 1982 will have special meaning for DIANNE C. MITAL and JOSEPH J. YURKO '73, who will marry on November 25. Dianne is now a teacher at Holy Name School in Forty Fort, PA. Joseph, who earned an M.A. degree in American History’ at Fordham University, is a teacher with the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey. God bless you both. JEFF RENOE sends word that he recently passed the exam, and is now a Certified Public Accountant with Coopers & Lybrand, where he is a senior ac­ countant. Jeff and wife Ethel reside in Springfield, PA. GAYLE M. DONALESKI has been selected an "Outstanding Young Woman of America for 1981." The award is based on personal and professional ac­ complishments. Gayle resides in Irvington, NJ. Dr. KALYAN K. ROY (M.B.A.) is now a member of the faculty of Trinity University in San Antonio, TX, in the Department of Business Administration. Kalyan earned the Ph.D. in finance from the Univer­ sity of South Carolina in 1981. Congratulations to CHESTER and JOAN (STEM­ PIN) DUDICK on the birth of their first child Eliz­ abeth on March 22 here in Wilkes-Barre. MARK A. SYMANOWICZ was recently promoted to his new rank of captain in the U.S. Air Force. Mark is residing in Omaha, NE. ANDREW B. DURAKO, JR., was recently named Administrator of the St. Stanislaus Medical Center in Sheatown, Nanticoke, PA. Andrew earned a master's degree at Marywood College, and will be responsi­ ble for the entire day-to-day operation of the facility. Congratulations also go out to CHRISTINE A. KOTERBA who was named an Outstanding Young Woman of America for 1981. Chris is Director of Financial Aid at Wilson College, and resides in Chambersburg, PA. JAMES C. KOWALEK of Nanticoke, PA, earned the Master of Business Administration degree at Rutger's University in December 1981. James and MICHELE (OJEDA) McCORMICK want us to pass along the news of the birth of their son Ryan in 1981. Michele is a registered nurse on the staff of Bayview Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, where they reside. JOHN J. MINETOLA and Lenore Sigmond were married here in Wilkes-Bane on May 1. John also earned an M.B.A., awarded at our May 23 Com­ mencement. He is a customer sales representative with Commonwealth Telephone. Lenore is a teacher with the Wyoming Valley West School District. 1978 DEBRA ANN BERRETTA, who earned the M.S.E. degree at the University of Pennsylvania in 1980 is now with the M.D./Ph.D. program at that Universi­ ty's School of Medicine. Debra resides in Philadel­ phia. JOHN M. CULP, III, recently became engaged to marry Deborah Ann Withey. John is an account manager lor Burroughs Corporation, and is also pur­ suing a master's degree in Business Administration at Lehigh University. Deborah is a Syracuse grad­ uate who is an editorial artist for the TIMES LEAD­ ER here in Wilkes-Barre, DONNA DUNLEAVY has successfully completed the Diamond Grading and Evaluation Course of the Gemological Institute of America, and was awarded her diploma of Certification from the GIA. She is associated with Olin's Jewelry here in Wilkes-Barre. LINDA (GOSS) BELL is lead vocalist and keyboard player with "Arc Angel Productions," and will soon be on tour of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsyl­ vania. Her husband Dave is a controller with PP&L’s nuclear plant in Berwick. SHARON (HOHOL) MARINI is a pulmonary clini­ cian at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. CANDY KENNEDY, Miss Pocono 1981, recently modeled for the benefit of the Miss Pocono Scholar­ ship Pageant, a Miss America preliminary. Candy is a dance instructor here in the Valley. Dr. MAUREEN MAGUIRE recently joined the laculty of the Wyoming Valley Family Practice Resi­ dency Program as surgical coordinator. She is a Diplomate ol the American Board of Family Practice since passing her Boards in July, 1981. Maureen earned the M.D. degree at Hahnemann Medical Col­ lege of Philadelphia, and resides in Kingston, PA. ELIZABETH ANN MALINOWSKI is a graduate student at Virginia Tech. We will ask Elizabeth to tell us more about what she's doing there so we can pass the word along. JUDY MENAPACE, National Association Secre­ tary, recently chaired the 98th Annual Meeting of the Greater Wilkes-Bane Chamber of Commerce. Judy is an assistant cashier for marketing with the Wyoming National Bank of Wilkes-Barre. MARY TERESE ORMANDO announces her en­ gagement to Paul C. Nasca of Kenmore, NY. Mary Terese is assistant head nurse at Osteopathic 1982 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Saturday, September 18 Upsala Away Saturday, September 25 1:30 Lycoming Home 1:30 Saturday, October 2 Susquehanna Saturday, October 9 Away 1:30 Trenton State Saturday, October 16 Home 1:30 Juniata Home 1:30 Delaware Valley Away 1:30 Johns Hopkins Away 1:30 F.D.U.-Madison Home 1:30 Albright Home 1:30 Saturday, October 23 Saturday, October 30 Saturday, November 6 Saturday, November 13 Outstanding Alumni Chosen Permanent Officers Elected by Class of 1982 Jeffrey H. Gallet '64 was presented the 1982 Eugene S. Farley Memorial Alumni Award, and Eduardo Marban received the Distinguished Young Alumnus Award at 1982 Commencement exercises. Gallet earned a law degree at Brooklyn Law School, and is a partner in the New York City law firm of Gallet and Dreyer. Marban went on to Yale University, earning the Ph.D. in physiology and the M.D. degrees. He is the Osler Medical Intern and a Fellow .in Medicine in the Intensive Care Unit of Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Shown in the photo are President Robert S. Capin and Attorney Gallet. Medical Center of Philadelphia, while Paul will graduate in 1983 from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. DEBORAH PINCOFSKI was married recently to Dr. Stephen T. Pattemac of Pittsburgh. Deborah earned her M.D. at Hahnemann Medical College and completed a three-year family practice residen­ cy in Kingston. The couple is practicing family medicine with Weiner and Werther Medical Asso­ ciates in Abington, PA. They reside in Horsham. RUTH ANN PLYTAGE recently married Richard S. Kondrad. Ruth Ann is a medical technologist at Mer­ cy Hospital, Wilkes-Barre, while Richard is a member of the anesthesia staff at Mercy. EDWARD RICHARDS' Bishop Hoban Argent Jazz Ensemble recently won prizes in the Meyers Jazz Competition. Ed is director of music at Bishop Hoban High School here in Wilkes-Barre. SHAWN ROZETT was named Student Activities Coordinator at Drew University, Madison, NJ, after earning an M.A. at Indiana University of Pennsyl­ vania. CARL D. SAUER has been named systems engineer with the Ashland Oil Company, Ashland, KY. Carl earned his undergraduate degree at King's College, and the Master of Business Administration here at Wilkes. MARGARET (PEGGY) SCHUTZ is a word proc­ essor operator and customer service representative at Guyette's Communications in Luzerne, PA. She resides in Kingston. SHARON (GILLMAN) SHIPULA sent in some in­ formation some time ago which did not appear in prior issues of the ALUMNUS, so we present it now: Sharon and husband David welcomed into their family a daughter, Alexis Ann, born July 31, Dave is president of Beer Super, Inc. of Wilkes-Bane. LEWIS R. SIEGEL and Jean Toby Rittenberg were recently united in marriage in Temple Israel, Wilkes-Barre. Lew earned both a bachelor's and a master's degree at Wilkes, and is associated with his ather at the Vogue Shoe Store. Jean is currently a uat d’ ^ere a’ W'^es working on her undergrad- June 4 was the wedding day of ALICE STRAUB, now Mrs. THOMAS E ALEXANDER. Alice earned Here are the results of the elections for the permanent class officers for the Class of 1982: President Bruce R. Williams Vice President Ruth A. McDermott Secretary Maureen A. Connolly Treasurer Susan M. Palmer the B.S. in Business Administration, and is em­ ployed by Edison Brothers Shoe Stores at the Wyom­ ing Valley Mall. Frank earned the B.A. in English in 1976 and is employed by Stroud's Jewelers and Dis­ tributors, while pursuing the B.S. degree in Account­ ing here. RONALD P. SWEEDA and MAUREEN C. MUR­ PHY '79 were recently married. Ron earned his J.D. at Vermont Law School and is associated with Hourigan, Kluger, and Spohrer. Maureen is em­ ployed by the business office of Wilkes-Barre Gen­ eral Hospital. They reside in Plains, PA. EDWARD J. WALLIS0N, Jr., who earned his law degree at Notre Dame School of Law, is an attorney with the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Portland, OR. Congratulations to nurse KATHY (LESH) WIL KERSON who was promoted to captain in the U.S. Air Force. Kathy works in the Intensive Care Unit at Malcolm Grow Medical Center, Andrews Air Force Base, MD. She was married to Charles L. Wilkerson on November 17,1981: Charles is an intelligence of­ ficer at Andrews AFB. The same kind of greetings go out to ANTHONY D. YOUTZY, promoted to first lieutenant, USAF, in February. Tony is in Tampa, FL. 1979 Another Wilkes husband-wife team will be formed on June 25 when DONALD ANGLE weds MAURA ANN DZUROVCIN ’81. Don is a teacher at Bishop Hoban High School, while Maura teaches at Meyers High School here in the city. ANN MARIE BOOTH and DANIEL J. CARDELL were married on March 27. Puddy earned the M.B.A. at the University of Pittsburgh as did Dan. Dan is an investment officer at Equibank, Pitts­ burgh. MICHAEL CASTRIGNANO and SUSAN EASTWOOD '80 will share wedding anniversaries with the Angles. They will also be married on June 25. Michael is a teacher in the Valley, while Susan is a nurse in the Emergency Department of Mercy Hos­ pital of Wilkes-Bane. THOMAS J. DOUGHERTY will marry Jo Ann Fer­ ris on August 21. Tom is assistant controller at Domoco Gas and Oil Company in Wilkes-Barre. Trustees J. Robert Doty Janine Tucker Thomas F. Farley Cindy M. Casper Ana E. Nunez These officers are responsible for representing the Class in those matters which from time to time arise between the College, the Office of Alumni Relations, and the Class. They are also responsible for maintaining the spirit of the Class, as well as calling and organizing class meetings every five years as the Class is honored at Homecomings in 1987, 1992, 1997, and so on. Members of the Class who wish to contact the officers may obtain their addresses of record by writing or calling the Office of Alumni Relations. Annual Subscriptions to the Wilkes College Beacon are available to Alumni for $5.00. To receive your weekly issues starting in the Fall send your check to: Mrs. Sharon Mayemick, Beacon Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766. ATTENTION PARENTSl If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. 6 ALUMNUS ALUMNUS 7 �Alumni Leadership Award Recipients DON A. REPSIIAS (M.B.A.) was married to Dale A. Canade. Don earned the B.A. at Franklin & Mar­ shall, and is employed as a sales manager for American Woodmark Corporation, Pacific North­ west Division. Dale is a graduate of Stanford Univer­ sity. They will reside in Portland, OR. Two members of the Class of 1982 were cited for having made the strongest contribution to student life and the student activities program of the college. Recipients of the awards were Ana Elizabeth Nunez (center), Chemistry­ graduate from Altoona, PA, and Bruce Richard Williams (right), Biology­ graduate from Shavertown, PA. The awards were presented on behalf of the Alumni Association by Richard G. Raspen (left), Director of Alumni Relations. MARILEE GORMAN is certainly a busy gal. In ad­ dition to being a teacher at the Lakeland School of Music, she also performs as a singer/guitarist in clubs in north and central New Jersey, and will be touring the East Coast with a country-rock band known as “Quality Coal Company." Look for her. NIGEL GRAY is a project engineer with Metem Corporation in Parsippanv, NJ. He resides in Randolf. We thank CHRIS KOTERBA '77 for spotting an announcement in the CHAMBERSBURG PUBLIC OPINION about the appointment of JOHN I. MOORE as Controller of Fanners and Merchants Trust Company. John is a U.S. Army veteran, and was an auditor with Arthur Andersen & Company prior to joining F&M. DANIEL W. SCOTT was recently promoted to assistant cashier with First Eastern Bank of WilkesBarre. Dan is the assistant manager of the Midway Office. Congratulations to AMY LOU (GORDON) and Fred SHERIDAN on the December 7, 1981 birth of daughter Jessica Lynn. The Sheridans reside in Wysox, PA. Phillip Morris. Joan is a sales representative with Standard Register. They live in West Pittston, PA. MICHELE (MILLINGTON) DRAGO and husband Sal have relocated to their new home in Neyv Goss Manor, Dallas, PA PAUL DREABIT and Joanne Wilczeyvski are noyv engaged, and plan to marry on August 14. Paul is an accountant with Tinsley and Company, WilkesBarre, while Joanne is studying in the area of respiratory therapy. WILLIAM V. LEWIS, Jr., received a Master of Pub­ lic Administration degree from Lehigh University. PHILIP A. MARINO and Kathy Seferyn were mar­ ried recently. Phil is employed by Leslie Fay, Inc., while Kathy is with Luzerne County Children and Youth Services. JOAN POTOSKI and Frederick Solano will be mar­ JAMES T. MARTIN and Donna M. Koval were ried on July 24. Joan earned the B.A. in Elementary recently engaged, and are planning a September Education and Psychology, and was enrolled in the wedding. Jim is set to graduate in June 1982 from Temple Reading Specialist Program. She is a teacher Hahnemann Medical College, yvhere he is studying in the Wyoming Area School District and is pursuing respiratory therapy. a master's degree here at Wilkes. SAMUEL J. STUCCIO recently became engaged to Dr- J0YE ANN MARTIN recently wed Atty. James ..... EGAN ,'80. — Sam „ is . ■ a counselor atD.St.Lamp. Joye served an internal medicine residen­ LAURA ANN cy at Temple University Hospital, and is in private Michael's School for Boys at Hoban Heights, while practice in Barboursville, WV; she is also a clinical Laura is employed by E. W. Kalkan, Inc. of New instructor at Marshall University School of Med­ Jersey. They plan a September 26 wedding. icine. Her husband practices in Huntington, WV, ANNETTE J. TABONE recently became Mrs. Vin­ where they are residing. cent PECK. Annette is a teacher at Wyoming Area Lt. THOMAS R. MATISKA is an electronic warfare High School, while Vincent is a senior at Temple officer, stationed at Homestead Air Force Base, FL. University School of Pharmacy. On the same day, May 1, SHARON ZAWATSKI was married to Leo G. ELLIS. Sharon is employed by the Youth Sendees Commission, while Leo is associated with his uncle in Bedwick Foods, WilkesBarre. 1980 SCOTT ASHTON and KATHLEEN SWEENEY recently became engaged. Scott is associated with Parente, Randolph, Orlando, Carey and Associates, while Kathleen is a registered nurse with Hospice St, Msgr. ANDREW J. McGOWAN (H.L.D.) was named "Man of the Year" by the Greater WilkesBarre Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. He is Rector of St. Pius Seminary, Dalton, PA. MICHAEL MILLER and DEBRA THOMPSON '82 will be married on March 26, 1983. Michael is attending medical school at the University of Health Sciences in Missouri; Debra received her M.D. from Hahnemann Medical College in June 1982. John. CARMEN V. NARDONE is office assistant at C. Nardone & Sons bakery here in Wilkes-Barre, and is also associated with Roller King Skating Center in Kingston. After completing an M.A, in Psychology at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL, SCOTT R. BECKER has accepted a position with the U.S. Ar­ my as a psychiatric and behavioral science specialist at Fort Sam Houston Medical Center. CHERYL ANN POLAK and JOHN WOLOSKI '81 will be married on June 25, 1983. Cheryl is an ac­ countant with Baron, Strassman, Zneimer, and Com­ pany, while John is a music teacher in the WilkesBarre Area School District. JOAN (PINSON) BRENTON was married on Feb­ ruary 7, 1981 to Edward, a sales representative with MARK RADO is assistant credit manager with Celebrity Inc., and Prestige Place, Inc. in New York City. He resides in Westbury, NY. Lt. CHRISTIAN SHIPPEY was graduated from USAF fighter lead-in training at Holloman Air Force Base, NM. He is now assigned to Luke AFB, AZ. Congratulations go out to MICHAEL SIBILIA and CATHY (UPDYKE) '81, who were married on Oc­ tober 24,1981. Mike is in industrial real estate sales and leasing, while Cathy is a registered nurse at O'Connor Hospital, San Jose, CA; they reside in Sunnyvale. SHEP C. WILLNER was awarded the Master of Public Administration degree by the American Uni­ versity at its May 16 Commencement. NORMAN M. WITKO earned the Master of Business Administration degree, receiving it at 1982 Com­ mencement on May 23. He lives in Plymouth, PA. ri The 1982 Nada Vujica Memorial 1 j was presented to brothers Emanuel Sheykhali Ghourmoz (left) E^i Albert Sheikhali Ghourmoz. The award, established in 1972 in memory of ? rmer librarian Nada Vujica, is given ° miallv to a deserving international indent of the graduating class. Both ‘indents are natives of Tehran, Iran, aid both were Magna Cum Laude graduates in Accounting. MARY C. REBARCHAK has been employed since August 1981 as a research assistant in the Medicinal Chemistry Department of McNeil Pharmaceutical in Springfield, PA. She lives in Lansdale. Thanks for the nice things you said about this magazine, Mary. We really appreciate your encouragement. CYNTHIA A. ROSSI, of Wilkes softball fame, is a research specialist with the U.S. Army's Institute of Infectious Diseases at Ft. Detrick, MD. CHARLES R. HAMPTON and Annamarie Swaboski will tie the marital knot on June 12, 1982. Charles is a teacher in the Wyoming Valley West School District and is organist and choir director of the First Baptist Church of Wilkes-Barre. On May 22, 1982, STEPHAN L. WENGEN and Linda Fleig were married in Wilkes-Barre. Stephan is a printing manager trainee with Suburban Pub­ lishing Company, Exeter, while Linda is with Little Flower Nursing Home here in the City. 1982 Welcome to the ranks of the Wilkes College Alum­ ni Association! You join a group of some 14,000 other members who have preceded you at our Alma Mater, and I know they join us in extending this welcome to you. Your friends and classmates are interested in hear­ ing about you and the events that occur in your lives. You will shortly receive a letter of welcome from the Office of Alumni Relations, and included in that letter will be a set of three "Update Cards” that we ask you to complete whenever you have news for the Class Notes section of the QUARTERLY. We ask you to keep in touch with us so that we can keep you in touch with those people who are in­ terested in you. Until you receive the "Update Cards," just drop us a note giving us your news. We'll appreciate it, and so will your friends. KIMBERLY WILLIAMS has a new position as res­ idential program worker with the Institute for Hu­ man Resources and Services; she lives in Lee Park, Hanover Township, PA. 1981 PETER J. GALLAGHER recently wed Susan C. Belles in Wilkes-Bane. Peter is assistant manager with K Mart Apparel, Binghamton, NY. They will reside in Johnson City, NY. EDWARD A. HAYDUK, Jr„ and DINA SAUER were married on March 27,1982. Ed is employed by Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Allentown; Dina holds a B.A. degree in International Studies and Spanish, and has also studied in Colombia and Spain. They will reside in Bethlehem, PA. MARIA ANNE (SMIGEL) was married on April 24, 1982 to Martin HESTER; they are residing in Alex­ andria, VA. DONALD JONES and Cynthia Ide were married recently; Don is an elementary teacher with LakeLehman School District, while Cynthia is a regis­ tered nurse at Tyler Memorial Hospital. They reside in Lehman, PA. SUSAN ANN MATLEY will become the bride of William J. Hritzak on August 28, 1982. Susan is associated with Franklin First Federal Savings and Loan, while William is with International Brother­ hood of Electrical Workers as an electrical lineman. Be careful, all you folks in Harford County, MD. JOSEPH MINA is a deputy sheriff headquartered in Three days after she graduated from Wilkes, MARIA (NILSEN) PACCHIONI gave birth to a son, Anthony Richard, on May 20, 1981. Great tim­ ing, Maria. She is a pediatric nurse with Maternal and Family Health Services here in Wilkes-Bane. KATHALEEN K. POTTER recently completed the Officer Indoctrination School at the Naval Training Center, Newport, RI. Ensign Potter is a member of the Navy Nurse Corps, stationed at Portsmouth (VA) Regional Naval Medical Center. Associate with Avis. AND SAVE UP TO 40% Tell Us If You rve Moved We want to keep in touch with all our classmates and alumni friends. So, if you have changed your address, let us know in the space below. 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Chances may be purchased from any member of the Homecoming Committee during Homecoming Weekend at the Friday Night Frolic, and at the gate at Ralston Field prior to the football game. rnlonel Bruce L. Burke, commander nf the Wilkes College 752nd Detachment, Air Force ROTC program, X shown administering the commissioning oath to 2nd Lieutenants, during commencement exercises held recently in the Stark Learning Center on campus. The detachment celebrated its 10th anniversary this year and currently has the highest number of enlistments in its history. Colonel Burke and Wilkes President Robert S. Capin congratulated the newly commissioned officers while families and friends looked on. Shown from left to right are: Gary W. Willets, William R. Trautwein, Jay Sweeney, Edward J. Weiss, Milos G. Varsanyi, Susan Caporelli, Keith Saunders, David Nazerek, Paul E. Smith, William M. Stevens, John P. McCarthy, and John F. Holly. GALAPAGOS ISLANDS TRIP PLANNED OFFICIAL WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI WRISTWATCHES’! • A perfect gift for the recent — or not so recent grad • Surprise him or her -xith an official alumni wristwatch. with a royal clue College seal shown on a metallic gold face •7/ jewel me.ement. gold-tone case, matching blue suede band • .Men's or women's sizes — specify choice • Available only from the Office of Alumni Relations • One-year limited warranty on the watch movement • 525 each — including postage, handling, and insurance • Send check or money order, along with choice of men's or women's size, to: Office of Alumni Relations Wilkes College P.O. Box 111 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 As part of the Wilkes College 50th Anniversary Celebration, the Biology Department will sponsor a three-week trip to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador during Winter Break 1982-83. Among the many animals and plants that will be experienced first-hand include: the giant Galapagos tortoises (in both their native highland habitat and at the Darwin Research Station), marine iguanas (the only marine lizard), land iguanas, sea lions, fur seals, penguins, frigate birds, several species of cacti, and many other endemic species of birds not already mentioned. On the mainland we will experience a ascinating mixture of both Indian and Spanish cultures in the places we visit. ur base for the mainland portion is Quito, the 9300-foot capital city of Ecuador nestled on the side of the dormant volcano, Pichincha. From u o you see several snow-capped And n°cS a‘°ns the doubIe ridSe of the and Some °f the volcanoes are active sneri [‘-Se 10 near‘y 2°.°00 feet. A Hip inn ■ °f the mainland stay is track i "]ile aut°ferro (a bus on train Port r'lr bom Quito to the coastal thm.Guayaquil. We will travel to ov8 V le Avenue of the Volcanoes" Also shown are: Katherine R. Mosley, Donald G. Donofry, Steven A. Ward and Michael C. Dereshkevich, Jr., who were commissioned at King's College during their commencement exercises. Itinerary Dec. 26 Costs The cost for the three-week package is 52,098" and includes round trip air fare from New York, round trip air fare to and from the Galapagos Islands, U.S. Departure tax, accommodations for four nights in Quito, one night in Ambato, two nights in Guayaquil, transfers, yacht transportation, accommodations, meals and guide service while in the Galapagos, and autoferro passage between Quito and Guayaquil. The quoted cost does not include Ecuadorian departure tax (about 55), Galapagos National Park fee ($6), meals while on mainland Ecuador, tips, optional day excursions from Quito, beverages, passport fees or other items of a personal nature. 'Effective as of February 1982, but is subject to revision up to 30 days before departure due to airline­ fare adjustments, world monetary fluctuations, or increase in tariffs by the local carriers. For more information and/or applications, contact Dr. Clyde Houseknecht, Biology Department Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 or phone (71 ”1 824-4651, ext. 34S (office) or (717) 675-0979 (home). Leave JFK (1:00 a.m.) Arrive Quito Dec. 27 Leave Quito — Autoferro for the Indian market at Ambato — overnight in Ambato Dec. 28 Ambato to Guayaquil — overnight in Guayaquil Guayaquil — Baltra, Dec. 29 Galapagos (by air) Touring the Galapagos Dec. 29aboard small yachts (8-14 Jan. 12 passenger) with a licensed guide from the Galapagos National Park Sendee Baltra to Guayaquil Jan. 12 (by air) — overnight in Guayaquil Guayaquil to Quito (air) Jan. 13 Jan. 14-15 Free Day [optional bus trips to Latacunga Otavalo (Indian Market). Calderon (bread-dough figures) Cotacachi (leather products), and San Antonio de Ibarra (wood carving shops) will be available] Quito to JFK — bus to Jan. 16 Wilkes-Barre For those with more time there will be optional tours of the Amazon and'or Peru (with Machu Picchu). 10 ALUMNUS ALUMNUS 11 �Commencement Week Schedule of Events FALL - 1982 SEPTEMBER 1-12 Sordoni Art Gallery — Kress Collection 11 Anniversary Committee Reception — John Chwalek Residence 12 Evening of Thanksgiving 13 Golf Tournament 16 Film — Birth of a Nation (History Dept.) 19-Oct. 24 Sordoni Art Gallery — Wilkes Alumni Exhibit 20 Phi Delta Kappa Seminar on World Futures with Professor Howard Didsbury 22 Film — Don Giovanni 24 CONVOCATION/RECEPTION/ TRUSTEES DINNER FOUNDERS' DAY 25 Parents' Day Concert — Fitzwilliam String Quartet (Concert & Lecture Series) Tree Planting Ceremony OCTOBER 8 HOMECOMING WARMUP PARTY Theater Performance — TBA 9 HOMECOMING PARADE/ FOOTBALL GAME/ DINNER-DANCE Theater Performance — TBA Residence Hall Open House 10 12 13 15 18 'i ALUMNUS Homecoming Brunch/ Slide Show — Memories Theater Performance — TBA Concert — Black Musicians Symposium — Chemistry Department with guest speaker Paul A. Wender Symposium — Health Sciences Seminar — Myth of the Mafia (Sociology/Anthropology Depts.) OCTOBER Cont. Seminar — Psychology Department Film — Ben Hur (History Dept.) 28 CAREERS DAY/CONFERENCE Seminar — Political Science 29 Department 30-Nov. 28 Sordoni Art Gallery — Alumni Triennial 31 Concert — Haydn's 'The Creation' (Music Dept.) 21 NOVEMBER Lecture — Dr. Olin Robinson, 3 President of Middlebury College 4-5 Nizik Dancers 6 Symposium — Economics 12 Wilkes-Bucknell Faculty Seminar 18 Film — Alex Nevsky |History Dept.) 19 Theater Performance — TBA Seminar — Education of the Gifted Dr. Renzulli 20 Theater Performance — TBA 21 Theater Performance — TBA 23 Wilkes Wind Ensemble Performance 25 THANKSGIVING 26-27 Show Case Theater DECEMBER 1 Wilkes Choir Performance 2 Clarinetist, Richard Stoltzman (Concert & Lecture Series) 5-Jan. 2 Sordoni Art Gallery — Wilkes Art Faculty 7 Concert — Wilkes Chamber Orchestra 9 Lecture — Dr. Louis Rigley, Wilkes Biology Department 27 KOSCIUSZKO BALL Ciin and ’.a -je for handy nfernnce �a°d aS we fol O'fih that rock,’ ‘there's a tree crosssaid Mane. UPWARD & OUTWARD BOUND si'BXoTxrr- sPiri,a?da the hikers to a series of caves guide5 led the : q they were instructed on and the use.0'« r, The small group piled into the car on a cold morning last November and headed South on a trip which would take them to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. The foursome, consisting of three students and one counselor from the Upward Bound Program, were among the select few invited to participate in the popular “Project Apollo," an Outward Bound Program for Upward Bounders from across the nation. The students, Stephen Cheskiewicz, Anne Simonson and Marie Washinski. and counselor Jean Narcum were accepted to participate as part of a program initiated over 15 years ago to assist and encourage high school students to continue their education. The Wilkes program is under the directorship of Anne Graham and is located in Ross Hall. The outward bound experience was one that all four had been looking forward to since they had received the letter of acceptance. Participants were told they would be spending three nights and four days in the rough country in Virginia, testing themselves on survival skills and learning survival techniques. They were instructed to report to Front Royal, located in the foothills of the rugged mountain range, where they would meet other students and group leaders. They knew the whole concept of the program was geared toward teaching participants methods of stress management through group initiative and that it was going to be rough-going, but somehow, the general feeling was that they would be "camping out" so they were in high spirits when they reached their destination. According to Jean, "It wasn't long until vie stopped calling it camping out. The testing started almost immediately, we were pre-tested to find out just how much we knew about outdoor survival techniques, it was not a lot, she said smiling. The long weekend in retrospect, would prove to be many thing's but definitely not a holiday, and definitely not' a camping trip! It was work, grueling work, with lots of mental, physical and emotional Front RoyaltoT todaysTn The wilderness XTd d mos,'y Sertul'”XhaUSted' difty' hUn9ry and ■ ' ’ soy sauCdednnks and <would y°u believe?) are from left ar Anne Preparing for the Five-mile Trek Oops" Easy Does It hadTh bulwha,ever we decided to take, ad to be earned on our bark<; it moiu / muchT Choosin9 ,0 dine elegantly ’’ Afte^ Putter jedy0—- s±y,^dlha harden "JI WVVUUOG III 12 WILKES college QUARTERLY Stands Tall in cio\ to Store for Short Men By Ron Alexander By Jane Manganella reminiscing at Ross Hall recently Steve said "The pre-testing wasn’t as badasthe ' choosing of food we wanted to take that was confusing. We were told to select from a general supply, whatever food we' felt we Joe DeFillippj8j ’65 ?9enda genda was 10 to hike to the canto p r ,!■he rim© it ui*,« _ _. < ™7 aS nearly da'k andThPe 'TookBy ,hls ’orward to the comfort of a carnnfiJ conv°rsation. Not a chance''' W h SrotJp probl®m-solv?g °Ur said Anne. we had to get all ten people on a 6-foot-square board (or mountain ledge) and next determine how we would cross a pit (or crevice) using three planks and two boards. When we finally returned to camp we had to put up the tents and cook supper. It was close to 1:30 a.m. when we finally bedded down. It was also a cold 18 degrees in the Virginia mountains.” Early the next morning, they back-packed through the woods learning how to properly use a map and a compass. It was a very long hike but the country was "so really beautiful”, said Jean, "that it was enjoyable." The back packs were heavier oy the minute though, and the group looked forward to reaching the next campsite. At one point, they loaded all their gear into canoes to paddle down river for 7 miles to reach camp. On another occasion they, after having lune , debated whether to continue the hike immediately or rest and then hike through woods at night. The debate went on so long that the sun went down and the decisioni made for them, they hiked at night first w» no light and then finally, the moon came lanterns. Also, guides were (he importance of staying empha The instructors explained how the were formed, how stalactites and mi es were created and how many slalag nf vears the whole process took. "*n.® said Jean, "no one explained about "hats We had to practically crawl through thm» nf the openings into the series of caves, Siwe found a room big enough for all of i t was while we were doing this that Lone mentioned the hundreds of bats 1 in these caves. When we got into the arae cave we could see them hanging all over they were sleeping." Steve joined in the conversation, "When our guides told us about the bats, they explained that if we woke them, they would be confused and fly m panic and probably either be hurt or killed. A funny thing happened, everyone was so concerned about the bats being injured that we forgot to be afraid of them.” Once settled in the cave, the guides told everyone to turn out the lights they carried. They did so. but very reluctantly. The silence and the dark were absolute, and according to Jean, "you kept reaching out to touch a sleeve or boot of someone next to you just to be sure you weren’t alone in that darkness.” There was no panic and no one seemed really frightened. "1 guess we were really starting to depend on, and to trust each other,” she stated. While they sat in the dark, the guides encouraged them to talk about themselves, their feelings and the program, and to promise to give it all they had for the time ?ne °fthe 9uides enthusiastically S ?ey hadn,t had One case nnn tnPhOb,a’ a common ef,ect °f “ving for theXrv 'enCed people- A smal1 voice from 1 anvo p"L answered that was because attempted nn' h.ey would have never mountain thate ° these was climbin9 a then Jp *7’85feet straight up and since 2wn’ "The climb was scarey from one stpn t d.'kn t know about footing onto anythin ° he next- You iust grabbed notch" said ioy°U c°uld and went OP another .raPPelinq wac ,!n’ Steve i°ined in to say the he l0P of the *orse' because you stand at r°Pe, and stpn nHUn!?in’ hooked together with and downward ' "^at step off, backward guy above vn,,’ based on Pure trust in the can!vou who is telling you ’sure you The SOrne’hing thaU dan" atti'ode was Was consistent throughout the Little Store. One tall wisefcre evln suggested the Masculine Munchkin But he moment Mr. DeFilippis who L rid f r Ches tal1’ carae up with hll h td ?®neral Store’ he knew he p«tdahr the ldeal name for ’he establishment, which recently °p®nuedJn Greenwich Village at 523 Hudson Street. “We short guys are neglected by stores,” Mr. DeFilippis complains, explaining the reason for the Cadet’s march onto the fashion scene, “I never felt I was getting the attention everyone else was getting. Not only is there a lack of selection but a lack of true fit. It’s virtually impossible for us to find clothing — either it has the wrong proportions, swims on you or requires incredibly expensive alterations — and whenever we go into a store to buy sportswear they show us shirts with little rocking horses on them.” David Rothenberg, a member of the New York City Human Rights Commission, who is 5 feet 6Vz inches and a browser at the Cadet, agrees. weekend. "Every time you thought you couldn’t do something, the other members of the group were there, really caring about how you felt and encouraging you to do more than you thought you could.” Jean remembered. "And every time you accomplished something that was difficult, you just felt so good about yourself." The feelings of improved self-esteem are still there for the foursome, and each of them is positive the feelings will last. Project Apo o taught not only survival in the wilderness, also forced participants to look inside themselves, to discover that with the nght attitude and with quiet self oonr*de"^ will survive whatever challenge the future holds. m°’her ,hLnk'ng TH grqwi^to them ” S departments.” “I finally just stopped buying Sd"S. he said. "I couldn't find the fashion in boys’ clothing, and in men s clothing the pants are so big tor me that after alterations the side pockets wind up as back pockets." The Cadet General Store Inc. should give Mr. Hammer and many other men high hopes. The men'ssize merchandise ranges from blended suits starting at 34 short ($135 to $180) to size 6 leather dress shoes ($35), 26-inch belts ($3.50 and up) and a variety of sport shirts and pre-shrunk casual pants. Special orders are handled, alterations are free and the store’s buyer and sales help are all under 5 feet 6. Thoughtfulness and consideration seem to be as apparent at the Cadet as the deliberately lowered ceiling and not-too-high hi-tech shelves: felt cowboy hats ($25) have a narrower brim and lower crown; socks are smaller than the usual “one-size-fits-10-13” variety; even sunglasses ($5) are three-quarter size. "The big guy's glasses,” Mr. DeFilippis explained knowingly, “cover too much of the small guy’s face." "© 1981 by the New York Times Company. Reprinted by permission." O (NOTE: Wilkes College has hosted Upward Bound since 1967 and during that time the program has helped hundreds of area high school students to complete secondary school and to enter higher education. Funded through the United States Department of Education. Upward Bound in the last 10 years has helped to increase in the nation minority enrollment in higher education from 13% to 25% of the minority college age population. Despite this kind of success, the Reagan Administration has proposed to Congress that existing funding for the 437 Upward Bound programs across the country be cut by more than one half by 1983. By providing educational opportunity to disadvantaged students. Upward Bound carries out the goal ol opening the doors of opportunity and more importantly, equipping people to walk through those doors. If disadvantaged young people are to have 11 chance for an educated luture. the national financial commitment needs to be maintained, not reduced.)© SUMMER 1982 13 �SIX NAMED TO WILKES BOARD OF Alumni Directory Nears Completion Telephone contact is very nearly completed by Harris Publishing Company, publishers of our official Anniversary7 Edition of the Alumni Directory. The purpose of the telephone contact was to verify the information which the alumni provided on the directory questionnaires and the information currently held on the records here in the Alumni Office. At the same time, the telephone representatives of the publishing company invited alumni to purchase personal copies of the Directory. The Director is tentatively scheduled for release in September. If you have not received your copy by October 15, or if you are interested in ordering a copy and have not heard from Harris, you may contact them directly, using the following address: Doreen Luff Customer Service Representative Bernard C. Harris Publishers 3 Barker Avenue White Plains, NY 10601 TRUSTEES Is Your Will Filed Under "Gardens?" By Betsy Bell Condron The bookstore manager was positive he had a copy of "An Estate Planner's Handbook" for the college development ~2 officer who asked for it. After a frustrating search, it was finally found shelved among books about gardening and the landscaping of estates! His young clerk wasn't informed about planned giving yet, but if you’ve been reading this column you'd never have made that mistake. Correct? You already know that estate planning includes even more than making your will . . . that it can create, conserve and use your money to gather a variety of benefits (including tax breaks), whether or not you’re in those upper tax brackets. The best thing about planning your estate is that, upon your death, your money'll go where you want it to go: to the right heirs and the right charitable institutions. And speaking of the "right" places for you to give your tax-free charity dollars, here is a concept of giving you may not have evaluated. Most of us tend to fritter away our contributions without thought to where they're going. There are SO MANY worthy requests from countless needy organizations that we find ourselves handing out cash at the door, responding to a dozen well-done mail pleas, unable to turn down a solicitor friend who helped us on our Iasi appeal, and answering a bevy of emotional but valid requests by telethons or in cur places of work. All of a sudden we realize our well-meaning philanthropy has to stop cold, for lack of further room in the budget, and we've not yet donated to a trio of cur high priority interests nor caught up with our church pledge! A better approach might be to work out some principles of giving that fit our own ideas about causes we want most to help. Perhaps money can be spent more effectively if we carefully consider the purposes and organizations best able to put it to our priority uses. For instance, you may have given $500 to 14 organizations last year (ranging from 50c in the drugstore canister to S100) and not counting religious support. Those gifts ran the gamut from a health group's building fund,-saving whales, a special college scholarship ... to African disaster relief. You knew a lot about the validity of your United Way gift and the college's financial r * — 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY integrity, but took it on faith that your other charity dollars would be used wisely with all possible good wrung from your philanthropy . . . as may have been true. But an alternative is to plan your charity giving, realizing that you are unable to support all worthwhile causes. You might wish to consider each prospective contribution on the basis of its impact on the community and cause you care most about. Such a focus of significant contributions could have more impact in meeting your special interest criteria than if you took the same amount and spread it thinly. This is exactly how it's done by the professional contributors, the corporations and foundations whose business it is to use their money most judiciously. It is also the method you follow when making your will (the basis of all estate planning), with its bequests given to a relatively few, carefully chosen, charitable organizations in which you have confidence and close ties. Such a will came across my desk last week. The deceased friend of Wilkes College had designated specific cash bequests (large and small) to several relatives, a friend, and two charities. In addition, a life income trust was set up to care for another relative, and the residue of that trust will come to Wilkes upon the beneficiary's death. This was not a complicated will, but it was well planned to include the donor's loved ones and the three worthy charitable institutions of closest association and documented need. Another Wilkes supporter who has befriended the College via a generous trust has recently notified us that "Wilkes, my pet project" is included in a variety of her estate plans. Your will should be a statement of your life. Bequests made by will can mean the difference between a strongly supported, viable college such as Wilkes or a foundering, poorly based institution. Higher education's professional fund-raisers tell us this source of income will be even more important in the years ahead than in the past. Especially since we realize that Bequests are a way for people to accomplish the goals for giving which they cannot carry out during their lifetimes because of an uncertain economy. Something else you know (that the bookstore clerk may not have considered), is that once you have an estate plan you must review it regularly. It is amazing that even small changes in your persona! or business life and in the tax laws or economy can affect your future planning in a big way. Wilkes College's upcoming 50th Anniversary may be a perfect time to review your will with intent to include this college as one of your "Pet Projects" ... one of the carefully chosen charitable groups you wish to remember and be remembered by. Various options for such a memorial, including the opportunity to have your family included in the new Residence Hall's Memorial Lobby, will be forthcoming in a future Quarterly. It was Francis Bacon who admonished us to "Defer not charities till death" ... and 1 who admonish you to put them in your will now (even as contingency beneficiaries). If Wilkes is one of them, we’d be grateful to know it via the accompanying coupon. We take this opportunity to thank the following volunteer members of The Planned Giving Advisory Committee for their invaluable service to Wilkes College: Mr. Noel Caverly Mr. G. Guthrie Conyngham Mr. Lonnie Coombs Mrs. William Davidowitz Mr. Ronald Ertley Mr. Bruce Gover Mr. Frank Henry Mr. Harry Hiscox Mr. Thomas Kiley Ms. Dolores Laputka-Carr Mr. Richard Maslow Miss Virginia Masters Mr. Gerald Moffatt Mr. Joseph Petz Mrs. George Schall Mr. William Shull VanDYCK iMiikes President Robert S. Capin nounced recently the appointment of six members to the Board of Trustees. The S board members were officially appointed May meeting of the 34-member college GTppoinVdOtodthe Board were Mr. David C. Hail Dallas. Pa.: Mr. John J. Karakash. hiehem. Pa.: Dr. Kenneth E. Quickel Danville Pa.; Ms. Elizabeth Slaughter, Ph.D., New York City: Mr. Stephen Sordoni. Miami Beach, FL; and Mr. Stephen A. VanDyck, Philadelphia. Vice President of Toyomenka (America) Inc. of New York, David Hall is a native of Marietta, Ohio, and received his B.S. degree from Princeton University and his M.S. from Harvard. John Karakash is Distinguished Professor and Dean Emeritus for Lehigh University's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and also serves as a Resident Consultant for IBM in Endicott, N.Y. He received his B.S. degree from Duke University and the M.Sc. degree from the University of Pennsylvania. A native of Istanbul. Turkey, Karakash holds an Honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from Lehigh University. Dr. Kenneth Quickel is President of Geisinger Medical Center and a native of Harrisburg. He earned his B.A. degree from Dartmouth College and the Bachelor of Medical Science from the Dartmouth Medical School. Quickel received his M.D. from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1964. Elizabeth Slaughter, Ph D., is Director of Marketing Education for New York Telephone/AT&T. A native of New York City, she received her B.A. from Wilkes College and her M.S. from The New School For Social Research. Slaughter also has an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wilkes College Planned Giving Advisory Committee Meets at Weckesser Hall Name Address Mrs. Condron. Dolores Laputka-Carr, Guthrie Conyngham. Other committee members include: Noel Caverly, Lonnie Coombs, Ronald Ertley, Bruce Gover, Frank Henry, Harry’ Hiscox, Richard Maslow, Virginia Masters, Gerald MEMORIAL GIFTS to Wilkes College, in anv amount, are a lasting tribute to a friend, relative or respected acquaintance ... and thoughtful remembrance for., r-----------------------------------------------To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 1 am interested in learning more about the Wilkes Planned Giving programs. .1 wish to record that I have planned a bequest to Wilkes. SLAUGHTER Massachusetts and a Ph.D. jointly from the University of Massachusetts and Harvard. Stephen Sordoni is Principal and Director of the Sordoni Construction Company; the Sterling Industrial Corporation (Forty Fort): Public Services Enterprises of Pennsylvania; Sordoni Enterprises, Inc.: Prem Mark Natural Foods Corporation (Denver): and the DECA Group. Inc. (Miami. Fl.). He was educated at Wyoming Seminary Day School, the Rectory School and Canterbury School (Conn.) and Wilkes College. Stephen VanDyck serves as President of Sonat Marine. Inc. of Philadelphia and received his B.S. degree from Wilkes College in 1966. He is a director of West of England and Mutual P & I Association as well as Sonat Marine, Inc. and subsidiaries. VanDyck is also a trustee of Maritime College of Fort Schuyler Foundation. O deceased or the person being Condron SdBARRE ~ Betsy Bel1 Office of p,lrector °f Wilkes College with thn ?nned living, met recently ^nckess 3 uSOry comi™ttee, at The , r on the Wilkes campus. eslablisliani'ed ^’v‘n8 program at Wilkes College qCS |3 ParlnersKip between the heirs, th/1 t donor Donors and their ouBh the program, are offered stfSSRWScWl p'“ ™d honored. BEQUESTS made in your will to Wilkes College, in any amount, rive needed support to the high quality of education and service offered our students and the community. Robert S. Capin. Dr. Thomas Kelly. _______ SUMMER 1982 15 �Alumni Homecoming '82 October 8,9, 10 Schedule FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8: Noon - Alumni Golf Tournament 7:00 p.m. - Judging of Homecoming Displays 8:00 p.m. - Friday Night Frolic in the Alumni House SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9: 10:00 a.m. - Anniversary Class Meetings for Classes ending in 2's and 7's 10:00 a.m. - Alumni Tennis Tournament 10:00 a.m. - The Big 50 Run 10:30 a.m. - Soccer vs. Moravian 10:30 a.m. - Residence Hall Open House 11:00 a.m. - Homecoming Parade 1:30 p.m. - Football vs. Trenton State 2:00 p.m. - Cross-Country vs. Moravian 6:00 p.m. - Cocktail Hour at Gus Genetti's in Wilkes-Barre 7:30 p.m. - Smorgasbord Dinner at Gus Genetti's 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. - Dancing to the music of 'Somethin' Else' SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Brunch at the Alumni House Memories — A Slide Presentation MARK YOUR CALENDARS Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre. Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U. S. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Summer 1982 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1982 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/3b91131c2a5654748dab13f7a31eb508.pdf 118b1a87108b5c3760d2c0de48e39a57 PDF Text Text WUCE6 COLLEGE Eugene Shed g! "a ey �WLKE6 COLLEGE . fbiw Volume 6, Number 1 A message from GSG s. capin, president of Wilkes College In preparation for the celebration of Wilkes College's 50th anniversary year, I have asked various members of the faculty and alumni to draw together their recollection of events that have determined and charted the educational commitment of the institution and shaped its philosophy. Included in this issue of the Alumni Quarterly is a retrospection commemorating the courage and vision of those early leaders of Bucknell University who brought the dream of a Junior College in Wyoming Valley to reality; it is also a tribute to our friends and neighbors in this community whose faith and support and generosity have brought us to this historic occasion. "The story of a college cannot be told in facts and figures," said Dr. Eugene S. Farley, our first president. "It unfolds with the lives of those who have been influenced by their association with it." It is my hope that from reading this report you may come to appreciate the sacrifices and dedication, the ideals and aspirations of men and women who have shared in the growth of Wilkes College. At this time we reaffirm the purposes and mission of the College, for only by constantly reexamining our responsibility and our goals can we maintain the character and integrity of the institution. It is my wish that our commitment to teaching, research, and public service will help bring a better world for us and for mankind. I invite you to join with us in celebrating our 50th birthday. \ A i Wilkes College; A Retrospect This report is not intended to be a comprehensive history of Wilkes College. Each section reflects the growth and development of the College as those who lived through it remember it; each writer, chosen because of his or her familiarity with the period, could and did select and prepare information for inclusion in that chapter. In fifty years the College found some detractors who tried to put it down; but it found also friends who believed in its mission to nurture the creative spirit and ensure a better life for people everywhere. Future historians will have to assess the value of our contributions. As for us, and for now, it is enough to know that we were here; that we participated; and that we loved every minute of it. ALFRED S. GROH, editor board of trustees OFFICERS WDiam L Conyngham, Chairman P^cr.aru .'. Jr VxeChatrrran Wuliam J. Umphred 52 Treasurer . EsthirB Davidov.itz &«»•, James A. Ador.izio Benjamin Eadman 41 Patricia S Davies I/.unD. D'-.is Jr. 6", Ait-xar.dm I. Er.mt Car;/Ever-, 4] 2 WTLZEj COLLEGE QV-.P7E.BL/ James F. Ferris 56 David C. Hall Frank M. Henry Andrew Hourigan, Jr. John). Karakash Richard Maslow Constance Mayock Gerald A. Moffatt ’63 Richard L. Pearsall William A. Perlmuth '51 Joseph J. Pinola ‘49 Kenneth E.Quickel, Jr. PRESIDENT Roberts. Capin '50 MaryB. Rhodes '77 Arnold S. Rifkin Harold J. Rose, Jr. Eugene Roth '57 Joseph). Savitz '48 Ronald W. Simms '60 Elizabeth A. Slaughter ’68 Stephen Sordoni ' Lucia na Suraci Stephen A. VanDyck '66 Norman E. Weiss Joseph A. Wiendl TRUSTEE EMERITI Mary R. Koons, Honorary Member Donald F. Carpenter, Trustee Emeritus Martha S. Diener Eloise W. Ehret, Trustee Emerita Julia T. Faber, Trustee Emerita Alan M. Glover, Trustee Emeritus Thomas H. Kiley, Trustee Emeritus Charles H. Miner, Jr. F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Trustee Emeriti Max Rosenn Louis Shaffer, Trustee Emeritus CHAPTER I THE BEGINNINGS: 1933-35 Dr. Edward Hartmatin Dr. Joseph Lord Joseph Salsburg 5___ CHAPTER II THE FORMATIVE YEARS: 1936-46 Dr. Charles B. Reif Thomas Richards Cromwell Thomas z CHAPTER III THE INNOVATIVE YEARS: 1947-59 Welton Farrar Dr. Eugene Hammer Dr. Charlotte Lord Dr. Robert Riley John Whitby tyl/Tty CHAPTER IV YEARS OF GROWTH: 1960-69 Arthur Hoover George Ralston Francis Salley Alfred S. Groh Editor Dr. Edward Hartmann Editorial Advisor Randy Xenakis Jon Schaffer Design and Layout John Chwalek 50th Anniversary' Coordinator W. Carey Evans 50th Anniversary Chairman 1933-1983 CHAPTER V YEARS OF ASSESSMENT: 1970-83 !■ Dr. Robert Heaman Dr. James Rodechko The WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY is published quarterly by the Wilkes College Public Relations Office and the Alumni Relations Office. 50th ANNIVERSARY 5 �"These were difficult times but there was the vision that grew over the years into the Wilkes College of today." BUCKNELL JUNIOR COLLEGE THE BEGINNINGS bucknelL UNIVERSITY above: 1933-1937 rented quarters of WilkesBarre Business College where the Junior College started. above right: Bucknell Junior College first graduating class. right: Board of Trustees, Bucknell Junior College: seated: Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman; Miss Mary R. Koons; Mrs. Charles E. Clift; Miss Annette Evans; Mrs. Edward H. Kent; Frederick J. Weckesser, Vice-Chairman; standing: Dr. Joseph J. Kocyan; Dr. Eugene 5. Farley; the Rev. Charles S. Roush, Secretary; Jasper B. Carr; F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr.; James P. Harris Absent when picture was taken: Dr. Samuel M. Davenport; the Honorable Thomas F. Farrell: Reuben H. Levy; Charles H. Miner; Col. J. Henry Pool; the Honorable Andrew J. Sordoni; Julius Long Stem; Mrs. Franck G. Darle; George W Guckelberger; Edward B. Mulligan; Dr. Arnaud C. Marts; Dr. P. P. Mayock, Edward Griffith. 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Contributing Writers: Dr. Edward Hartmann Dr. Joseph Lord Joseph Salsburg In September of 1933 Bucknell University Junior College, the forerunner of Wilkes College, accepted its first students, a class of 193 fully qualified freshmen and part-time students. On September 14 the Junior College was opened in rented quarters on the third floor of the Wilkes-Barre Business College three-story brick building on Northampton Street. In the second year, when the Business College moved out, the Junior College occupied the entire building. Labs were then moved to the third floor, and the library, originally housed in the Registrar's office, was moved to the second floor. In the beginning there were those who did not think the growing college could survive. A reference to the Junior College and the community appeared in a 1936 issue of the Survey Graphic, a national magazine {which suspended publication shortly afterwards): "WilkesBarre is a community divided against itself. The only effort to bring together diverse groups in the community is Bucknell University Junior College, and the community will never support it." In the June 1933 edition of the Bucknell Alumni Monthly, Homer P. Rainey, president of Bucknell University, reported that there was a population of over 400,000 in Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County within easy commuting distance, and there were more than 1,200 high school graduates within that area, many of whom were academically qualified, who could not afford to go away to a college or to a university. The results of a state-wide survey, made two years previously, indicated that there were at least ten cities where a junior college was eminently feasible. The report also indicated that "Wilkes-Barre offered the greatest need and the best opportunity of all the ten cities." The timing was right. The nation was still suffering from the Great Depression. The economy of Wyoming Valley was especially weakened from the decline of the anthracite coal industry. The Depression also caused a plethora of high-level teachers simply because colleges and universities, for financial reasons, could offer fewer academic appointments. Dr. Frank G. Davis, head of the Department of Education in Bucknell University, head of the Summer School, and, for many years, head of the Extension Division, is considered "The Father of Bucknell University Junior College." This was acknowledged in the biography of Arnaud C. Marts, president of Bucknell University from 1938 to 1945. Later, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, the first president of Wilkes College, referred to Davis' primary role in a memo to Dr. Francis J. Michelini, then Dean of Academic Affairs at Wilkes. Finally, 1933-35 Dr. Davis himself, on May 3, 1940, in a letter to registrar George R. Faint, recalled those events: "The facts of the case are that no interested citizens, no school superintendents, and no civic clubs presented any needs whatsoever to me prior to my presentation of the idea to Dr. Rainey." From March 1 to March 4, 1933, he had come to Wyoming Valley, visited schools, and talked with school people. "No individual or organization suggested to me the idea of a Junior College. I returned to Lewisburg on Saturday evening, March 4, [1933] and early the next week presented the idea to Dr. Rainey. Within the next two and a half months, I presented the matter to him at least a dozen times. He was interested but not sufficiently interested to move. On one occasion 1 asked him if I might bring to his office three school superintendents from that section, all Bucknell men. He agreed, and they attempted to show him where the Junior College could serve a real need. Finally, Dr. Rainey asked me to go to WilkesBarre and make a survey of the situation. I spent four or five days in that general area getting facts about the whole situation: and, when I returned with a recommendation that the Junior College be established. President Rainey presented it to the Board of Trustees and also to the Faculty. As soon as the Trustees and Faculty and the State Department of Public Instruction had approved the idea, I was sent to Wilkes-Barre to get the organization started; and you will recall that 1 took you, as Registrar, with me. We spent about three weeks there in strenuous endeavor . . ." 50th ANNIVERSARY 5 �WILKES COLLEGE GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY RUN SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1982 AT 10 AM Z^opacadeinica^ talented high school graduates Eugcw from the area. On May 22, 1933, Dr. Davis sent the requested report to Dr. Rainey on the possibility for success of the Junior College. A decline in enrollment at Bucknell University enabled the transfer to the Junior College of eight full-time, top-level teachers. Too, Bucknell University­ bore the costs and the burden of founding and maintaining the Junior College for the first five years. To that point, no funds, according to report, were received from local citizens. In 1953, looking back on those early years president Farley wrote about the faculty that commuted from Lewisburg to Wilkes-Barre: "Although some of these teachers were primarily interested in a job, a large portion were dedicated teachers who were convinced that the Junior College could and should play a central part in planning for the economic and social renaissance of the region . . . These were difficult times but there was the vision that grew over the years into the Wilkes College of today." First basketball team. 1933. first row {left to right): Kolinarisky, Loftus Sevengel, IK Haines, Grudkowsky. Coach Peters, Salsburg, Mallahan. O'Donnell, C. Haines. Varsity letter. Bucknell University appointed John Henry Eisenhauer, M.A., Columbia, and Associate Professor of Education at Boston College, as the director. He was assisted by Byron Hollinshead, an Instructor in English. George Faint was registrar. The faculty was unusually qualified; they had done graduate study in such universities as Bucknell, Chicago, Columbia, Cornell, Dickinson (College), Duke, Harvard, Oxford, Stanford, Virginia, and Yale. A librarian from Osterhout Free Library came to the Junior College and the small college library was augmented by the use of the local library. Biology students had ® ^orkmg agreement with the Kirby 2“Ith 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY With re8ard to blood tests and their course in bacteria. The thrust was not all academic. There were many extracurricular activities so that the college life of the beginning students was well rounded. A partial list of activities included clubs in Debating Dramatics, Economics, German and Biology. The Dramatic Club produced plays for the College and for the community at large. The Sen Baiu Society, a men's fraternity-type organization, was in existence for the first two years. The Bison Stampede was the school newspaper In sports there were teams in basketball, boxing, football, and tennis. Impromptu lunchtime dancing in the auditorium was a daily occurrence. There is subsequent evidence that the Junior College had attracted some of the top academically talented high school graduates from the area. Many graduates in 1935 transferred to the campus in Lewisburg. It was reported that the faculty there were highly impressed with the solid academic background of these students. Some transferred to other colleges and universities. A partial list of the subsequent careers of the 1935 graduates reveals faculty and/or professional­ rank appointments at Harvard (Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Education, and Harvard Medical School), University of Kansas, University of Pennsylvania Medical School, Suffolk University, and Wilkes College; assignments as principa s and teachers in secondary schoo*®' specializations in accounting (C business, civil service, clinical psychology, dentistry, engineering, law, library science, medicine, personnel work, and public relations. The first two years, 1933-1935, provided an auspicious start ana the stage for a bright future an , eventually, the establishment oi Wilkes College. WHAT: A fivz mite eompeXitive nun and a one mite fun nun eo-AponAoned by the WitkeA Cottege Atumnt AAAociation and the PepAi Cota Company to eetebnate the lUdtheA Cottege 50th AnniveoAany. WHERE: The Atant and fi.niAh of thit> event witt be iimttan. to the Chenny BZoAAom Run and witt begin and fXiuxh in Kinby Rank. REGISTRATION: 8:00 to 9:30 AM on Saturday [Oetoben. 9) at the ICLnby Pan.fi Pavition next to the pond. Entny f^ee of $ 4.00 on on. begone Thuuday, Oetoben. 7; $ 5.00 fiee thenea^ten. Att panXtetpanti wttt n.eeeive a WZLfaez Cottege T-i>hint and (2) tieketh to the Homeeoming Game with Tnenton State on Satunday, Oetoben. 9. SPECIAL AWARDS: The top mate and Remote of each age g-hottp tn the £tve mtte nun uxitt be given aimrtdA. Male.: 15 and. undwt, 16-19, 20-24, 25-34, 35-49, 50 and ovex Remote.: 19 and unde/t, 20-29, 30 and oven. REGISTRATION Specify one event only: 5 Mile Run 1 Mile Fun Run NAME AGE ADDRESS CITY PHONE SEX STATE ZIP In consideration of the acceptance of my entry, I waive all rights and claims which I may have accrued me against Wilkes College and any sponsors while traveling to and from the event and participation in it, for any and all injuries/damages suffered by me in the Wilkes College Golden Anniversary Run. SIGNATURE DATE SIGNATURE OF PARENT IF UNDER 18 YEARS Please Return Entry Form and $4.00 Entry Fee To: T-Shirt Size: Wilkes College Office of Career Services Wi 1kes-Barre, PA 18766 Make Checks Payable To: Wilkes College S M L XL (Please call 824-4651, Ext. '490 if you have any questions) �^-ene Shs " SINGERS! COME, JOIN THE CELEBRATION! WILKES COLLEGE 50TH ANNIVERSARY INNAUGURAL CONCERT OCTOBER 31, 1982 YOU are invited to share your talents by becoming a member of the large Festival Chorus that will be preparing the Franz Joseph Haydn oratorio THE CREATION. It is hoped that all interested friends, alumni, staff, faculty and administrators of Wilkes College will join the College Choir in the preparation of this truly magnificent composition. YOUR ONLY RESPONSIBILITY is to be in attendance at the Monday evening rehearsals beginning on September 13, 1982, 7:30-9:30, Room 2 Darte Music Building, and the two dress rehearsals with soloists and orchestra the weekend of the concert. be provided for you. singer 1 The musical scores will YOU DO NOT have to be an accomplished Just a genuine love of singing! To indicate your interest, or to have any questions answered, please call the Wilkes College Department of Music, 824-4651 (ext. 355). . �"There is evidence that the Junior College had attracted some of the top academically talented high school graduates from the area." On May 22, 1933, Dr. Davis sent the requested report to Dr. Rainey on the possibility for success of the Junior College. A decline in enrollment at Bucknell University enabled the transfer to the Junior College of eight full-time, top-level teachers. Too, Bucknell University bore the costs and the burden of founding and maintaining the Junior College for the first five years. To that point, no funds, according to report, were received from local citizens. In 1953, looking back on those early years president Farley wrote about the faculty that commuted from Lewisburg to Wilkes-Barre: "Although some of these teachers were primarily interested in a job, a large portion were dedicated teachers who were convinced that the Junior College could and should play a central part in planning for the economic and social renaissance of the region . . . These were difficult times but there was the vision that grew over the years into the Wilkes College of today." First basketball team, 1933. first row (left to right): Kolinarisky, Loftus, Sevengel, W. Haines, Grudkowsky. second row: Coach Peters, Salsburg, Mallahan, O'Donnell, C. Haines. Varsity letter. 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Bucknell University appointed John Henry Eisenhauer, M.A., Columbia, and Associate Professor of Education at Boston College, as the director. He was assisted by Byron Hollinshead, an Instructor in English. George Faint was registrar. The faculty ■ ’ ’ was unusually qualified; they had done. graduate study in such universities as Bucknell, Chicago, Columbia, Cornell, Dickinson (College), Duke, Harvard, Oxford, Stanford, Virginia, and Yale. A librarian from Osterhout Free Library came to the Junior College and the small college library was augmented by the use of the local library. Biology students had 3 workmg agreement with the Kirby Health Center with regard to blood tests and their course in bacteria. The thrust was not all academic, there were many extracurricular activities so that the college life of thebeginning students was well rounded. A partial list of acmS mcluded clubs in Debating tl6S Dramatics, Economics, German and Biology. The Dramatic Club produced plays for the College and for the community at large. The Sen Bam Society, a men's fraternity-tyn” organization, was in existence for the first two years. The Bison Stampede was the school newspaper In sports there were teams in basketball, boxing, football, and tennis. Impromptu lunchtime dancing in the auditorium was a daily occurrence. There is subsequent evidence that the Junior College had attracted some of the top academically talented high school graduates from the area. Many graduates in 1935 transferred to the campus in Lewisburg. It was reported that the faculty there were highly impressed with the solid academic background of these students. Some transferred to other colleges and universities. A partial list of the subsequent careers of the 1935 graduates reveals faculty and/or professional­ rank appointments at Harvard (Graduate School of Arts and Science, School of Education, and Harvard Medical School), University of Kansas, University of Pennsylvania Medical School, Suffolk University, and Wilkes College; assignments as principals and teachers in secondary schoo Is, specializations in accounting (CPA), business, civil service, clinical psychology, dentistry, engineering, law, library science, medicine, personnel work, and public relations. The first two years, 1933-1935, provided an auspicious start ana the stage for a bright future an , eventually, the establishment o Wilkes College. a L\ THE FORMATIVE YEARS Contributing Writers: Dr. Charles B. Reif Thomas Richards Cromwell Thomas During the month of March in 1936 Bucknell University Junior College had a change of command. Eugene S. Farley replaced John Eisenhauer as director. Dr. Farley came to Wilkes-Barre because he believed he had an opportunity to be of service. The Junior College was still operating in what was known as the "boiler factory" on Northampton Street, but in 1937 Chase Hall and Conyngham Hall became "the campus." Most of the faculty were still commuting from Lewisburg but several had established residence in Wilkes-Barre. "Year by year students come and go, but always friendships remain to enrich the lives of all of us who work together at Bucknell . . . We are none of us striving for ourselves alone, but all of us are helping to build an atmosphere and tradition that will mean much to those who follow us." In September of 1937 in his welcome to freshmen, Dr. Farley spoke of the activities waiting for them outside the classroom, which are definitely, he reminded them, a part of college life. "Year by year students come and go, but always friendships remain to enrich the lives of all of us who work together at Bucknell . . . Perhaps because we are a new and growing college, an added zest comes to our endeavors. We are none of us striving for ourselves alone, but all of us are helping to build an atmosphere and tradition that will mean much to those who follow us." In 1937 Norma Tyburski, nee Sangiuliano, affectionately known as Sangy, came aboard and founded the "Thespians." Sangy also instituted the May Festival, a pageant which was presented annually through 1947. It was Sangy and the women students who sewed and hung the curtains in Chase Hall soon after its acquisition by the College. On January 13, 1938, a meeting was opened by president Arnaud Marts and action was taken to institute a fifteen-member Board of Trustees for Bucknell University Junior College. Gilbert McClintock was elected chairman and Charles Miner was elected secretary; thus a first step was made in recognizing the Junior College as a separate entity. On February 16, 1938, the Board of Trustees faced the problem of financing the embryonic institution. Discussion ensued about the necessity of having a campaign, a move which became habit-forming. In June of 1938 Dr. Farley reported that during the first four years of its existence the Junior College had a 1936-46 deficit of $29,672.83; however, the financial picture looked better, and he predicted that the College would have to be more selective in its admissions because room for more students was not available. The campaign of June, 1938, raised $27,924 and that improved the situation. In September Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Weckesser presented their home on Northampton Street to the College with the stipulation that the house be used as residence for the director, and the Farley family moved into 78 West Northampton; Dr. Farley accepted a reduction in his salary, from $5,000 to $4,250, in lieu of rent. The first Weckesser Hall was later to serve several functions before it disappeared to make room for a new dormitory. At about the same time, the carriage house behind Chase Hall was converted into a playhouse (seating about 125) and for years the weekly convocations of the students and faculty, as well as many fine theatrical productions, were held in Chase Theater. With the move of William Miller, the original professor of mathematics, back to the main campus at Lewisburg, and the appearance of Arthur Bernhart, the formation of an indigenous BUJC faculty drew near. On the sixteenth of December, 1938, president Marts reported that BUJC had been accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. However, Dr. Farley reported that recognition by the Middle States Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges might be withheld if the holdings of the Junior College library were not increased. Upon hearing that report, trustee Daniel Roberts wrote out a check for $2,500 for the purchase of 50th ANNIVERSARY 7 �During the spring of 1943 a very large draft call took the majority of male students. 1937 — Conyngham Hall the thousand needed volumes. By June of 1939 Dr. Farley was able to announce to the trustees that during the six years since its inception the enrollment of the College had increased from 193 to 401. During the fall of 1939 a pilot training program, part of the federal effort to prepare more fliers for World War II, was instituted by BUJC, although the actual flying was initiated at the Forty’ Fort Airport. Two hundred and eleven students enrolled during the first year of the program. In October of 1939 Dr. Farley was able to announce that for the first time he had managed to balance the College's budget. More emphasis was placed on evening classes, which began in 1933, in addition to the daytime curriculum; a number of dedicated high school teachers joined with the full-time faculty to expand the evening school, which in 1936 enrolled 175 part-time students. Dr. Farley was able to report to the trustees that of the four hundred students in those days who went off to college from the Wyoming Valley, about a quarter of them started their collegiate studies at BUJC; thus the Junior College was beginning to make a constructive impact locally. With the growth of the College the trustees began to cast designing 8 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY entire student body, including faculty, went to the Lehigh Valley Railroad station to see the boys go off to war. It was a tearful scene. The enrollment of BUJC was down to one hundred and eleven students, mostly female, but it was not long before the cadets were here and the College had a reprieve. Weckesser Hall became headquarters for the Army Air Force contingent, and the Farleys moved to the third floor of Kirby Hall. The cadets were quartered in the Sterling Hotel and marched by platoons from place to place, crowding civilians off the sidewalks. Woe be to anyone so unfortunate as to be in the path of 1937— Chase Hall glances at the Kirby home on the corner of South River Street and South Street. Mr. Weckesser was appointed to visit Allan P. Kirby to encourage him to donate the house to the College but Mr. Kirby hesitated. Meanwhile, the debt of the College was still approximately $30,000, on which the College was paying 5% interest, even though the pilot training program sponsored by the CAA showed a profit of three hundred dollars. In December of 1940 when Mr. McClintock was sent to call on him, Mr. Kirby proposed that the College share the building with The Wyoming Historical and Geological Society. However, the Society did not wish to share the house with anyone; Mr. Kirby then suggested that possibly the Wilkes-Barre Art Association might be interested. The Art Association was not interested, and finally in June of 1941 Kirby Hall became part of BUJC. In the meantime, president Marts began to talk in terms of a four-year institution, and consideration was given to offering two-year terminal courses in Commerce & Finance, Music, and Home Economics. Somehow the debt to Bucknell University was paid off in June of 1941, and a small group of friends joined with Mr. Kirby to provide $55,480 for alterations and endowment of Kirby Hall and prepare the building for occupancy by students and faculty of BUJC. The library, which had been in Conyngham Hall, was moved to the second floor of Kirby Hall. A grand piano was placed in the small front room so that Paul Gies could give piano lessons. The main living rooms were the scene of many dances, with music supplied by phonograph. In spite of the fact that the number of male students drafted into the armed services was starting to make inroads into the enrollment, the College continued and even instituted a course in medical terminology as a non-credit offering for secretaries of the Wyoming Valley. Rumor had it that the Army Air Force might come to BUJC and occasionally, throughout 1942, talk of a four-year college was heard. Then on the nineteenth of April, 1943, the Junior College appealed to Bucknell University to be allowed to administer the Army Air Force pre-flight training program here in Wilkes-Barre. The influx of 1,200 Army Air Force cadets came at a most opportune moment because during the spring of 1943 a very large draft call took the majority of male students. Practically the 1937 — Chase Theater 1941 — Kirby Hall two platoons marching in opposite directions! Nevertheless, the tenth anniversary of BUJC was celebrated at a dinner on November 11, 1943. The Air Force departed early in 1944 and plans were laid for a campaign to raise $150,000. Weckesser Hall was converted into a dormitory for sixteen proper young women over whom Dean Sangiuliano ruled with an iron hand in a velvet glove. With the news that King's College was about to come into being, in the former residence of BUJC on Northampton Street, the trustees again attacked the question of having a four-year institution and on June 14, 1945, they passed a motion that such action be taken. Discussions were held as to the planning and use of the city block on which the campus was then located in its entirety. A first move was made to purchase the lot formerly occupied by the Baptist Church at the corner of South Franklin Street and South Street. The acquisition of that lot some months later was the College's first action to enlarge by purchase the extent of the campus. And again attention was focused on raising $350,000 to be designated as endowment for the growing college. Bucknell University forgave the debt in the sum of $8,352.86 still �"By the twenty-second of April, 1946, the new college was almost within reach and the trustees were considering the selection of a name." 1945 — Barre Hall 1946 — Butler Hall 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1945 — Cafeteria owed the university by the Junior College. BU's generosity gave impetus to the campaign. On January 12, 1946, increases in salaries were proposed by the administration to the Board of Trustees. Dr. Farley was authorized to negotiate raises between $280 and $300 per person for those with the doctorate. Summer school courses were extra, and during the summer of 1946 a full semester was offered, beginning what was known as the trimester academic year. Most of the faculty, with loads approaching thirty contact hours per week, did teach the trimesters well into 1947. Early in January of 1946 the Junior College trustees purchased the Payne House and established a men's dormitory. A proposal was made that the cafeteria, located for years in the former kitchen of Chase Hall and certainly inadequate, be moved to the garage of Conyngham Hall, but that move was not made and in 1947 the Conyngham garage was refitted to become Wayman Hall, the home of the Biology Department. Next in acquisition was the Stoddard house, near the corner of Franklin and South Streets, later known as Gies Hall. The installation of required fire escapes to Gies 1946 — Ashley Hall Hall, at a cost of $14,000, was a major expenditure in those days; the growing Music Department was happy in Gies Hall, its practice rooms mercifully located some distance from the other campus classrooms. The former Stoddard garage was made into a cafeteria, and Mrs. Brennan moved her staff from the back room of Chase Hall to that elegant eatery, but when it was soon found to be too small Kirby garage and Stoddard garage were remodeled into one spacious dining facility and christened "The Commons." At its meeting of March 25, 1946, the Board of Trustees considered making application for an ROTC program but that was still some years in the future. At the same meeting Herbert J. Morris was appointed acting registrar and the resignation of George Faint, who was ill, was regretfully accepted. More discussion centered on the big campaign, which had not yet materialized. Dr. Farley insisted that the funds to be raised were for a four-year college "for people of all faiths, nationalities, and races, so that through friendly associations understanding and good [between all peoples] will be created." By the twenty-second of April, 1946, the new college was almost within reach and the trustees were considering the selection of a name. Among those mentioned in the minutes of that meeting were Wilkes-Barre, Anthracite, Riverside (which survived, at least in the name of the yearbook, "Amnicola"), Wyoming, Wyoming Valley, Luzerne, and Westmoreland. The name of John Wilkes emerged later. Also at that meeting on the twentysecond, Paul Gies appeared in person before the trustees and thanked Senator Andrew J. Sordoni for the gift of two grand pianos. In June of 1946 BUJC had to borrow $50,000 from the Miners National Bank, at 3%, to have the necessary cash until the Veterans Administration came through with the money owed the College for various service-related programs presented by BUJC. However, the order was issued for full speed ahead on plans for a four-year institution. The first yearbook was published and known only as BUJC 1946. The campaign goal was set at $400,000 and things began to move. With the return of the veterans the enrollment in 1946 surpassed a thousand. The veterans were in all departments. Classes as large as 240 met on the second floor of the First Presbyterian Church House. Weekly convocations were held in the 1346 — The Annexes sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church. George F. Ralston, dean of men, football coach, adviser to veterans, and house father of Ashley Hall, was officially cleared by the United States Government as appointee of the Board of Trustees to purchase war-surplus items at Harrisburg. Dean Ralston and others of the College, in rented trucks, made many trips to the depots in the state capital and there paid $1.00 per item for many things which enabled the College to perform its functions. The first computer on campus, a giant vacuum tube contraption, came from Harrisburg. BUJC in its last days appeared affluent even if it had mostly hand-me-downs. As a Christmas present for 1946, Walter S. Carpenter gave the College thirty shares of duPont common stock. The College's supporters in the community were becoming more numerous. The campaign for an endowment was a success, and with $500,000 in hand the graduation of Bucknell University Junior College to Wilkes College was assured. In May of 1947 application for a charter as an independent, four-year liberal arts college to be known as "Wyoming Valley College” was presented to the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas: In the matter of: The application for a charter for Wyoming Valley College, in the Court of Common Pleas of Luzerne County, now, the 28th day of May 1947, upon motion of William S. McLean, Esq., attorney for the incorporators of the above intended college, IT IS ORDERED AND DECREED as follows: That the incorporators be and are hereby permitted to amend their Articles of Incorporation by changing the name of the intended college from "Wyoming Valley College" to "Wilkes College." The within Amended Articles of Incorporation be and are hereby permitted to be filed in lieu of the original Articles of Incorporation . . . On June 4 the Charter was granted by the court, and on June 26, 1947, at ceremonies on the lawn behind Chase Hall, Gilbert McClintock, chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Junior College, accepted the Charter from the state of Pennsylvania for Wilkes College. Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, fulfilling the promise made by Bucknell University, turned the capital assets of more than 52,000,000 over to the the new College. 50th ANNIVERSARY 11 �“Dr. Eugene S. Farley was inaugurated as the first president of Wilkes College." WILKES COLLEGE THE INNOVATIVE YEARS C-”»‘ Contributing Writers: Weiton Farrar Dr. Eugene Hammer Dr. Charlotte Lord Dr. Robert Riley John P. Whitby I \\ I1KES i oti-fX'i: Dr. Eugene S. Farley was inaugurated as the first president of Wilkes College at special ceremonies held Wednesday night, November 12, 1947, at First Presbyterian Church, having served as director of Bucknell Junior College for eleven years. ♦ above: In front of Chase Hall, South River Street. above right: Charter Day principals. Left to right: Dr. Charles S. Roush, Dr. Herbert L. Spencer, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, Dr. Henry Klonower, Attorney Gilbert S. McClintock. right: Dr. Farley speaking at Charter Day, June 26, 1947. 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY "The early years teemed, however, with the creation of cocurricular organizations, campus activities, publications, faculty and community involvements." Dr. Farley wrote that the early years were a time of slow material growth; they teemed, however, with the creation of cocurricular organizations, campus activities, publications, faculty and community involvements that established the rituals and the traditions of Wilkes College, its character, and its vital contributions to the economic and cultural ambiance of the area. Rightly and inevitably, there were carry-overs from the Junior College. Student Government continued, and in 1949 the Inter-Dormitory Council was formed. Departmental clubs grew in number and in scope. The Choral Club and the Bach Festival, founded by "Pop" Gies, flourished. Reese E. Pelton had created a military band in 1946 and expanded it to include concert performances in 1947-1948; there was also a "Collegio” orchestra under his direction. In the fall of that academic year the first Homecoming was held and the first Winter Carnival. In 1957, the twenty-fifth anniversary year, sequential class reunions came into being. In 1947 the Thespians became Cue and Curtain under the direction of Al Groh, successor to Norma Sangiuliano Tyburski, and carried on the program of two full-length plays, one-acts, and radio shows. Productions were given in Chase Theater, at Irem Temple, and in various high school auditoriums. The first original one-act play, written by Ed Tyburski, was staged at Chase Theater. The first Intercollegiate Theater Conference, sponsored by Cue and Curtain, was held on March 12-13, 1949, with guest speakers Rosamond Gilder, editor of Theatre 1947-59 .Arts Magazine, and John O'Shaughnessy, director of Command Decision on Broadway; attending were representatives from 23 college, 7 community, and 37 high school drama groups in Eastern Pennsylvania. Beginning with George Gershwin's Girl Crazy in 1954 and continuing over the next fourteen years, musical comedies were sponsored by the Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs of Wilkes-Barre; proceeds from these shows helped the Wilkes-Barre Kiwanis endow the Wheelchair Club, started by Mrs. Paul Bedford, and aid the Crippled Children's Association, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and other civic organizations. The Music Man, Annie Get Your Gun, Bloomer Girl, and Paint Your Wagon were among the highly successful and largely attended performances held at Irem Temple. The Letterman's show, written by faculty members Alfred Groh and Dr. Charles Reif, with music composed by senior Ted Warkomsky, was presented in 1949 at Irem Temple and repeated at Kingston High School as a benefit for the Wyoming Valley Industrial Fund. Titled All in Fun, it was a mild satire of events and people on campus. The highlight was the "Can-Can" routine with George Ralston and the football squad in the kick-line, wearing costumes designed and made by Murray Popky. The College drinking song came from this show. Dr. Arthur Kruger founded the Debate Union in 1948 and soon established an impressive record that gave Wilkes College national recognition. The Wilkes team placed second in the National Invitational Debate Tournament at West Point 50th ANNIVERSARY 13 �"Now, as then, members of the college faculty and administration engage in a remarkable number of activities aimed at improving the economy and culture of the community." 1946 — Lecture Hall 1949 — Pickering Hall 1949 — Sterling Hall 1949 — President's Home below top: Gymnasium groundbreaking ceremonies, 1950. Jack Sordoni, far right, with Dr. Farley, carrying shovel, below center: Lettermen who participated in All in Fun musical, 1949. below bottom: One of the many ethnic groups represented in the United Nationalities Pageant, 1953. in April, 1955. J. Harold Flannery, Jr., and James Neveras were the winning debaters in a competition in which first-place University of Alabama had a weak lead. The Beta Gamma Chi (Bucknell's Girls' Club| had been founded in 1945. After the chartering, that name, no longer suitable, was changed to Women of Wilkes; but after grimly enduring the "WOW'S” tag for a time, the organization became in 1948 Theta Delta Rho. A service group, it played an active part in campus and community affairs. In 1952 it adopted a ten-year-old French war orphan and established a scholarship for a deserving member of the sorority. Over the years it has made the Golden Agers' Christmas party an annual affair; it participates in the Bike-a-thon for Cancer; and it is widely active in social and human-service projects. The first foreign students matriculated in 1947, and in 1949 a conference of International Relations clubs was held. John Chwalek set up a Placement Center and Careers Library in 1948, and the first Annual Conference was offered on March 29-30, 1951, "for the entire student body of Wilkes College as well as for seniors from high schools in Wyoming Valley." The first on-campus commencement was held in the gymnasium in 1951. Gone today are freshman hazing, compulsory Assembly, and the Amnicola Beauty contests, although a Homecoming Queen and her court continue to reign. Annual picnics are still held at Fair-Lea, Dr. and Mrs. Farley's farm at Beaumont. The Bucknell Beacon, the weekly campus newspaper, became the Wilkes College Beacon, and by 1949 the staff was attending the Interscholastic Press Conference. Wilkes Alumnus was the official publication of the Alumni Association; Vol. 1, No. 1 appeared in the summer of 1948. It has had various names over the years: Wilkes College Bulletin, Wilkes College Alumni News (1954) and the present Alumni Quarterly. Bucknell University Junior College Yearbook became in 1948 the Amnicola, a Latin word meaning "that which dwells by the river." Founded by Dr. Mary E. Craig, faculty adviser and member of the English department, the Manuscript was a first in the literary field and a showcase for creative student writers. The Allan Hamilton Dickson and Kate Pettebone Dickson Chair for the encouragement of research and creative writing was established in memory of her parents by Mrs. Franck Darte after World War II. The recipient was to have "a record of literary achievements which would encourage others to engage in creative writing." "Women of Wilkes," comprised of faculty members and wives of faculty, was organized in 1948, providing coffee hours for students, a scholarship fund, a series of guest and member lectures, and other campus involvements. The faculty seminar series, originally called the "Groping Group" series in an earlier incarnation, was revived in 1957 by an informal committee of Dr. Frank Davies, chairman of the English department; Dr. Stanko Vujica, chairman of the Philosophy department; and Dr. Konstantin Symons, chairman of the Sociology department; in 1958 it offered its first academic-year program to the campus family and to the public. The Town and Gown Concert Series (1948) was also open to both College and community guests. In 1952 and 1953, as a result of a visit to New York by John Chwalek, Wilkes hosted the American Town Meeting of the Air with Eric Severeid as moderator. The program was broadcast from the Wilkes College gymnasium coast to coast, through the facilities of station WILK, an affiliate of the American Broadcasting Company. John Chwalek was also responsible for bringing the College to the attention of two widely read periodicals. The January 16, 1956, issue of Sports Illustrated covered the twenty-fifth Annual "Rose-Bowl" of Wrestling Tournament held at the gymnasium during the Christmas holiday. The event attracted to the campus approximately 500 wrestlers from about 70 universities and colleges representing twenty-four states. The magazine's vice president of public relations spoke at a dinner attended by the coaches. An article, "Wilkes and WilkesBarre Working Together," appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer Magazine, November 23, 1958; staff writer John Beverly characterized the community-oriented College: "Now, as then, members of the college faculty and administration engage in a remarkable number of activities aimed at improving the economy and culture of the community." The Polish Club was an active force on campus and in the Valley. In 1948 in the College gymnasium it commemorated the achievements of nineteenth-century Polish leader and poet, Adam Mickiewicz, with a performance in English of his drama, Forefathers Eve. The cast, directed by Al Groh, included performers from the campus and community. Several community-oriented programs had their origin in the 1950s. The Institute of Municipal Government began in 1951 as an adjunct of the Political Science department under the guidance and leadership of Dr. Hugo V. Mailey. 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 50th ANNIVERSARY 15 �below top: Mural, painted by former chairman of the Art Department Cathal O'Toole, is in Farley Lounge of Stark Learning Center. A memorial gift of the Class of 1958, the mural shows faculty and trustees in scenes associated with the College from 1933 to 1958. below bottom: Faculty at the dedication of Stark Hall, 1957. "The Labor Management: Citizens Committee, the only one of its kind in Pennsylvania ... $ I Scene from the College's first musical. Gerarge Genh win’s Girl Crazr, performed at the Irem Temple. 19'4. sry..,- Dr. Farley heralding the opening of the 10th Annual Fine Art? Fiesta on Public Square. 16 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Later, as the Institute of Regional Affairs, it continued to provide programs and services for government officials, public servants, industrialists, and business men throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. In 1960 the Ford Foundation rewarded its efforts with a substantial grant to expand its program. The Labor-Management-Citizens Committee was established in 1957 - Dr. Samuel A. Rosenberg :airman of the Commerce and nance department, to act as an strumem cf mediation in labor disputes. It was supported jointly by the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce and the Ford Foundation. A New York ~mas promotion supplement of November 29 1958 referred to the L—?•!—C Committee as “an instrument of dramatic effectiveness in maintaining labor peace. The LaborManagement-Citizens Committee, the only one of its kind in Pennsylvania, has proved a positive factor in creating a climate of understanding, mutuality of interest, and joint responsibility which is rapidly making Wilkes-Barre one of the nation's most progressive areas in labor-management relations." . r.e first of six United . s’.t.r.a.iuet Pageants, an annual oeo'ivai oi vsr.gz and dances by ethnic groups living and working toge-her in Wyoming Valley, was rj" /■ April 29, : j'i at the gymnasium. With a •heme and script by Alfred Groh, director of theater, the Pageant portrayed experiences identified with people of different origins for whom "the dream of freedom is no* an act of law but an act of faith." To help celebrate the Sesquicentennial of the city of Wilkes-Barre in 1956, Dr. Parley volunteered resources and personnel of the College. This commitment resulted in a Fine Arts Fiesta, the first full-scale community-wide arts festival in Pennsylvania. The three-day cultural event included a United Nationalities Day as well as crafts-in-action, exhibits, visual and performing arts, and a variety of ethnic foods. This festival of the arts held on the Public Square, an outgrowth of the College's United Nationalities Pageant, came into being largely through the effort and support of Annette Evans, a member of the Board of Trustees. On December 20, 1957, an original one-act music drama, Man Against the Sky, was performed at the Commons for Dr. and Mrs. Farley's annual Christmas dinner for faculty and administration. Written for the 25th anniversary of Wilkes College, the opera had a libretto by Alfred Groh and music composed by William Crowder, an alumnus teaching in the WilkesBarre City Schools. A recording was made in the lobby of the gymnasium and released in an album with a jacket cover painted by Cathal O'Toole, chairman of the Art department. The music drama •was repeated at the 1958 Fine Arts Fiesta, with members of the original cast comprised of students and alumni. During the 50s Wilkes' success in competing for students with colleges that offered more attractive campus settings, superior facilities, and established traditions was in large measure owing to the talents and resourcefulness of John Whitby, who, as Dean of Admissions, visited high schools, interviewed prospective students and welcomed parents, evaluated transcripts, scheduled courses during the summer for incoming freshmen, and served a.s coordinator for the College and Kiwanis Club joint sponsorship of the theater/music department musical comedy productions. In these early years Wilkes became a part of the Community Chest annual campaigns. "Wilkes College on the Air" was broadcast over commercial stations. In 1951 a Philharmonic Society was organized under the direction of Ferdinand Liva, a member of the music faculty; in 1952 the WilkesBarre Symphony was revived. This became the Wyoming Valley Philharmonic Orchestra, with both College and community musicians. On September 27, 1957, Stark Hall was dedicated; named for Admiral Harold R. Stark, Chief of United States Naval Operations and Commander of the European Naval Forces during World War II, the building provided the College with facilities for teaching and research in physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering. On November 7, having accepted an invitation from David Vann, president of the Wilkes Chapter of the Collegiate Council of the United Nations (CCUN), Mrs. Franklin Delano Roosevelt spoke to the student body, attended luncheon in her honor at the Sterling Hotel, then sat in conference for the formation of a local United Nations group. Over a weekend in May of 1956 Wilkes hosted students from Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia; in the first of many yearly exchange programs, representative students and leaders of both colleges met and shared common experiences. The Hampton students, in thanking Millie Giltins and n'C'jnor Farley for the hospitality at Wilkes, wrote that the visits "can only result in better understanding." tru^ *'ar'ey's dream was coming 50th ANNIVERSARY 17 �. in all areas that make for social, economic, and cultural growth of our community." YEARS OF GROWTH Contributing Writers: Arthur J. Hoover George F. Ralston Francis J. Salley r I © Si'iC o r <51 WBWTTr I above top: Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, above right: Testimonial dinner honoring Dr. Eugene S. Farley, November 11, 1961. above: Admiral Harold R. Stark, right: .Members of the College and community attending the testimonial dinner at the gymnasium. The Lengthened Shadow of a Man Dr. Eugene Shedden Farley was born at the turn of the century. In 1936 when he and Eleanor came to Wilkes-Barre from his position as researcher in the Newark Public Schools to become director of the Junior College, he was a young man. On November 11, 1961, to note his twenty-fifth year in Wilkes-Barre, Dr. Farley was honored at a testimonial dinner at the gymnasium attended by more than 900 leading citizens "in appreciation for the great contributions [he] has made in this area . . . indeed," as William O. Sword, ■ © I am sure many would not have stayed with the College through the heat of the long druggie if Gene had not been the College's leader ..." president of the Greater Wilkes-Barre Industrial Fund, acknowledged, "in all areas that make for social, economic, and cultural growth of our community." Admiral Harold R. Stark, U.S.N. Retired, and chairman of the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College, referred to "this Quaker with an Irish name at the head and heart of the College" as "the main spring, the driving force, the tireless and devoted builder." Arnaud C. Marts, chairman of the Board of Directors of Marts and Lundy, Inc., and a member of Wilkes College Board of Trustees, spoke of the vision and leadership Dr. Farley inspired in others: ", . . [men and women] knew the little College could not succeed without a leader who could and would put brains, skill, and unselfish devotion at the very heart and center of the venture . . . I am sure many would not have stayed with the College through the heat of the long struggle if Gene had not been the College's leader . . . It has been well said that 'every institution is the lengthened shadow of a man.' That is preeminently true of Wilkes College and Gene Farley." Dr. K. Roald Bergethon, president of Lafayette College, told the group of Dr. Farley's importance in educational work and of his simple directness in responding as a human being to other human beings. "He has been single minded in pursuit of the welfare of Wilkes College, the youth of the community, the community as a whole, education in the Commonwealth ... It is for this reason that beyond Wilkes-Barre he has become the outstanding leader of the independent colleges and universities ... I think Wilkes College and Wilkes-Barre are lucky that this 1960-69 big and energetic fellow is endowed with worthy ideas and great human affection." Wilkes gained national recognition on Wednesday morning, November 8, 1961, when a seven-minute segment from the College campus was televised on the NBC ''Today” program. Paul Cunningham, the National Broadcasting Company's roving news reporter, interviewed Dr. Farley and emphasized the College's unique role in community development and its persuasive force as an educational institution. The seventy-five member Wilkes College Chorus conducted by Richard Chapline was featured during the program. Arrangements for bringing the NBC network cameras and Paul Cunningham to the campus to film and report the College story were made by John Whitby and John Chwalek. In 1961 in its second year as a semimonthly television series on WNEP-TV, "The College Challenge," a thirty-minute program, presented a panel of students and community leaders examining and discussing important ideas and events of our time. Alfred Groh was the program's moderator. Also, a five-minute weekly series, "Education for Responsibility," was broadcast on WBRE-TV during the "Today” show by Livingston "Pop” Clewell, director of Public Relations, to keep the community informed of an active and growing College. Physical Facilities The decade of the '60s was in reality a period of rapid change and growth, especially in terms of the physical facilities and growth of the College campus. 18 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 50th ANNIVERSARY 19 �"Wilkes also was privileged at these dedication ceremonies to confer its first honorary degree upon Walter S. Carpenter, Jr., a great industrial leader and warm friend of the College." aba.s top: Dr. Eugene S, Farley with student leaders Cathy DeAngelis and Simon Russin at groundbreaking for Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts, August 1964. above: The College's athletic facilities at Ralston Field, in 1965 named for the College's dean of student affairs and former director of athletics, George Francis Ralston. 20 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY below top: The Center for the Performing Arts, named in memory of Dorothy Dickson Darte, a member of the Board of Trustees. below bottom: Pickering Hall and dining hall opened September 1966. Within the first nine months of 1964 two events of particular significance to the future of the College had been noted. In January the Graduate and Research wings of Stark Hall were completed, and in August ground was broken for the Center for the Performing Arts. At the dedication of this new Graduate and Research Center, Pennsylvania Governor William W. Scranton emphasized its economic importance to the region, as did First Lady Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson, whose interest in education and economic redevelopment brought her to the College. Wilkes also was privileged at these dedication ceremonies to confer its first honorary degree upon Walter S. Carpenter, Jr., a great industrial leader and warm friend of the College, whose devotion to the place of his birth enabled Wilkes, as well as other local institutions, to enlarge its services to the people of the area. Completion of the Graduate Center was necessitated by the commitment the College made (availability of graduate programs and facilities in technical fields) to bring the Radio Corporation of America to the Greater Wilkes-Barre area. While meeting the commitment to R.C.A., a grant from the Area Redevelopment Administration permitted the College to construct research facilities which complemented the Graduate Center. These research and graduate facilities cost 51,000,000; $600,000 was provided by generous friends and businesses; the balance of 5400,000 was granted by A.R.A. The addition of these two facilities to the original Stark Hall, which was completed in 1957, gave the College a completely modern science complex valued at $2,500,000. In August of 1964, just eight months after the dedication of the Graduate and Research Center, ground was broken for the longawaited Center for the Performing Arts. Through the generosity of one of the College's trustees, the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts became a reality in October 1965 and helped to balance the advance in the sciences with a comparable advance in the arts. With excellent facilities for conferences, recitals, lectures, concerts, and dramatic productions, the Center provided both the College and the community an opportunity to participate in creative activities that broaden interests and enrich lives. Playwright Paul Green and scene designer-consultant Donald Oenslager, along with other campus and civic dignitaries, spoke at the dedication ceremonies. Wilkes College and the community were saddened by the passing of Eleanor Farley in May of 1965; a gifted pianist, Mrs. Farley had been invited to present a concert for the opening of the Center. A second phase of the Center for the Performing Arts was realized in the summer of 1969 when the Dorothy Dickson Darte Music Building was completed: This facility provided a complete home for the Department of Music — faculty offices, studios, classrooms, practice rooms, and rehearsal rooms. In 1964 the College's athletic facilities were expanded and improved on the West Side of the Susquehanna River in a seven and one-half acre area adjoining Kirby Park. Acquisition and renovations provided a field house, visiting teams locker rooms, a football field and stands, a soccer field, all-weather tennis courts, a field hockey area, and reasonable parking facilities. All of these facilities were adjacent to the College's baseball field, which was once area was formally dedicated as Ralston Field, named in honor of George F. Ralston, dean of students. Because of an increasing number of requests for admission to Wilkes from students living outside the commuting area of the College, construction of a new dormitory and dining hall began in April 1965. Opened in September 1966 and eventually named Pickering Hall, the building in its design represented a departure from the barracks-type dormitory of the past. The Y-shaped, three-story dormitory provided housing for 268 men in nine separate housing units. The one-story, carousel-like dining hall provided for the serving-of up to 700 students in two seatings. When the College completed its periodic evaluation for accreditation by the Middle States Association in 1958, the need for enlarged library facilities was made evident and the College was committed to fulfillment of this goal by the time of its next evaluation. Consequently, on November 1, 1968, the newly constructed four-floor library was dedicated at a formal convocation ceremony. This new facility provided capacity for 425,000 volume equivalents and study area for 500 students. It also provided individual study carrels, faculty study rooms, a media center, a large microfilm collection, and four special collection rooms. As the true center of the College, the Library P as narned in honor of the College's “rs president, Eugene Shedden artey, and the commemorative P aque appropriately reads: "May who study in these halls gain suci°" t0 lnsPire< conviction to ‘am, and wisdom to guide." 50th ANNIVERSARY 21 �below top: Eugene Shedden Farley Library, below center: Coach John Reese's wrestling team won its seventh MAC championship in eleven years (1967). below bottom: Under the direction of Rollie Schmidt, the football team won its second straight MAC championship and was awarded the first Lambert Bowl (1967). "In December 1968, one of the College's oldest classroom buildings, Conyngham Hall, was destroyed by fire." of change, would not be complete without mention of two additional events which have had great impact on the College and those it serves. In the mid-1960s, the Weckesser mansion at 170 South Franklin Street was given to the College and has served primarily as an administration building since that time. And, in December 1968, one of the College's oldest classroom buildings, Conyngham Hall, was destroyed by fire. This loss hastened the planning and construction of the $7,000,000 Stark Learning Center, which became a reality in the 1970s. above top: Camelot, the first WilkesKiwanis musical presented at Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts, November 1966. above: A view of Pickering Hall, "new men's dorm." 22 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Student Life Enrollment figures accurately verify the title "Decade of Growth." In 1960 the registrar indicated that 1,171 full-time students had registered. By 1970 the number of full-time students had more than doubled as the total enrollment rose to 2,556. Although the increased enrollment reflected the national pattern, Wilkes was unique in that the greatest growth occurred in the resident student population. While the total student population doubled during the decade, the number of students in residence nearly quadrupled. In 1960, 240 students resided on campus. By 1969 the residence halls accommodated 844. No longer was Wilkes regarded as a commuter college, for nearly fifty per cent of the full-time student population lived on campus. There was also an increase in the number of faculty. In 1960 there were 80 full-time and 26 part-time members; in 1969 there were 161 full-time and 23 part-time faculty. The decade was not characterized simply by growth in numbers. There was growth in diversity of student backgrounds. More extensive geographical areas were represented as well as educational backgrounds. Ethnic, economic, and social backgrounds were increasingly diverse with the result that the term "Unity Amidst Diversity" was fittingly applied during the decade. What were the students like during the sixties? They were restless and actively sought changes. An incipient revolt stirred within them. For years the College had encouraged students to question, to criticize, to test, to search for new meanings and new solutions. This was a period when students realized it was necessary to apply knowledge, and to live effectively it meant to have freedom beyond the classroom — to be given recognition to participate in the formulation of policies and rules as well as to participate in the planning of their own activities. To students of this era it meant having freedom to fail, to make mistakes, and to recover, to work within a broad framework of regulations that protect the rights of others; it meant, moreover, sustaining a faith in the individual's ability to reason, to learn, and to behave constructively. To be sure, the restlessness, the energy and drive of students of this period to bring about changes and to participate in all matters concerning them manifested itself in some mildly disconcerting behavior. During this decade we experienced two massive sit-ins (of less than twenty-four hours duration) and at least three demonstrations. Personal appearances reflected disdain for the conventional; shaggy hair and general disregard for neatness and cleanliness of appearance were widespread. More importantly, during this period emerged some of the finest student leadership Wilkes has known. Most of the present policies are the result of the creative activism on the part of talented student leadership of the decade of the 1960s. In 1968 the Student Life Committee was established, and it was a most creative and furiously active body. From the latter part of £ decade there emerged new definitions, new policies, and revised statements pertaining to governance, students' rightsand privileges, social emancipation, student government constitution, udSlfystem, and traditions relating to student life. The housing of students, the College believes, is an integral rather than an adjunct part of the education of students. To meet the needs of the greatly increased number of resident students the College created the Housing Office and procured professional directors. Student financial aid was greatly expanded, and the establishment of a permanent Financial Aid Office came into being. Student life in the '60s was colorful, marked by growth and change. With all this there was frantic activity. More than 45 clubs, organizations, and athletic teams were officially recognized and active. Outstanding records were posted by the football and wrestling squads. Programs and Curriculum During this period major advances were made in the field of graduate education. In response to needs in the community a graduate program in education was developed in cooperation with Temple University. Graduate programs at e master's level in education and business administration were also developed in cooperation with behigh University. In 1967 the first nnual Summer Theater Workshop rna u School students and drama thppcWas held at the Center for thr PerJormin8 Arts. Funded though Title III and The h EdueprVani? department of offerpd'011' th6 s>x-week program exnpr a ComPrehensive theater Universitv f0r which Lehigh ersity gave graduate credit 50th ANNIVERSARY 23 �"The matter of educational philosophy has always been of foremost concern to the faculty." •A ■ above top: Homecoming displays are a tradition, above bottom: Bill Jervis, Sam Gittins, and Maintenance Crew. below top: A glorious end to a new beginning, below bottom: Commencement 1969. and high school students received a certificate of achievement from Wilkes. Wilkes College responded to needs in the community by introducing graduate programs in biology, chemistry, and physics. Graduate programs were also added in business administration and education. In the education program a student could major in English, history, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, or elementary education. During this same period the undergraduate two-year physics program was expanded to four years. Also, four-year undergraduate programs in electrical engineering and materials engineering were introduced. The matter of educational philosophy has always been of foremost concern to the faculty. This philosophy, embodied in the "Marks of an Educated Man," had been developed by the faculty in an earlier decade. It was during this period that the "Marks" were put into the form in which we find them today displayed prominently in the Wilkes College Bulletin. In 1960 there were 18 major programs and 4 terminal programs; 427 courses were offered. By 1969 there were 16 B.A. programs and 12 B.S. programs with 534 courses being offered. The faculty conducted its business with 11 standing committees in 1960 and 13 in 1969; fortunately, this was the area of least growth. Core Curriculum The faculty has always been concerned that students get as broad an education as possible. After an extensive amount of discussion at many faculty meetings a core curriculum was adopted which served as the center around which every bachelor of arts program was developed. There was also an agreement in principle that every 24 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY curriculum. The main aspects of this core curriculum continue today with an even broader program applicability. The result has been a common educational experience for most Wilkes College students. Governance The 1960s was a time of questioning for both students and faculty members. At about the middle of the decade signs appeared that the faculty was dissatisfied with its role in the governance of the College. This was the period when faculty senates were springing up on other campuses. A large study group consisting of all full and associate professors was charged by the president and the faculty to look at the faculty's role in governance and to suggest viable alternatives to the faculty meeting system. The study group held many meetings over an extended period of time. The recommendation took the form of a revised draft of a constitution which would have established a faculty senate if the faculty had adopted the constitution and assuming confirmation by the administration and board. The revised draft of the constitution is dated November 1968. For a variety of reasons — the turbulence of the times, uneasiness about the future, subtle pressures among faculty factions — the proposed constitution was never voted on by the faculty. The faculty continued to be restive on the subject of governance. The constitution of the proposed faculty senate contained a section which provided for the establishment of a committee on commissions whose function was to review the activities of senate or faculty business. The idea for this proposal may have germinated in faculty discussions toward the end of the decade when a committee on committees was established. Its Z" revised SyS.«m »gl.. acuity desire for an enhanced role „ governance. The resu ts of this effort did not appear until the next decade. Student Participation in Faculty Standing Committees It was during this period that student interest in governance reached its peak. At Wilkes this interest took the form of a Student Government study which reported the benefits of student participation in the governance process. The report suggested that students could contribute greatly if they were members of Faculty Standing Committees and were allowed to participate in debating and voting on issues. The president' of Student Government made a presentation to the faculty with an appeal for student representation on faculty committees. The faculty responded positively and students have been faculty committee members since that time (1974). Center. It was evident that some method had to be developed to attract and hold family physicians in northeastern Pennsylvania. When, as it turned out, Hershey was unable to make the commitment to the College, Dr. Farley, Dr. Michelini, and Dr. Rozelle met with local physicians. After several sessions here and in Philadelphia, Wilkes College announced its innovative Cooperative Medical Education Program in Family Medicine with Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital, to begin September 1972. It was from this beginning that other pre-professional programs were developed in later decades with Temple University in dentistry and pharmacy, with Pennsylvania College of Optometry, and Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. Health Science Developments Toward the end of the period a crucial event occurred in the community. Two physicians, Dr. Charles Myers and Dr. Lester Midman, became increasingly aware that very few young Physicians were coming into the or heastern Pennsylvania area o replace aging and retiring P^lc-ans. At their suggestion the mareC°ryMedica'Society shortaa StUdT.that revealed a critical in his role' Dr>Francis Michelini, 11,8 tles With Hershey Medical 50th ANNIVERSARY 25 �"In June of 1972 the most dramatic event in the College's history temporarily pushed these other issues to the background." YEARS OF ASSESSMENT Contributing Writers: Dr. Robert Heaman Dr. James Rodechko With the '70s came fuller military involvement in Southeast Asia, student activism, and concern for eliminating racial and sexual inequities both in the colleges and in society as a whole. Wedges were driven between parents and children, teachers and students, administrators and faculty, and whites and blacks. Kent State, the trial of the Chicago seven, Nixon's promises to get us out of Viet Nam — all this led to moral and intellectual confusion, the kind of confusion that, in many instances, made people question whether small liberal arts institutions could survive in our society. above top: Dr. Francis J. Michelini conferring honorary degree upon Commencement speaker Sam Ervin, June 3, 1973. above: Dr. Francis J. Michelini receives President Richard M. Nixon and flood recovery chairman Frank Carlucci at Weckesser Hall, August 1972. above right: Stark Learning Center includes Sordoni Art Gallery, 1973. above right center: George Ralston and Old Timers reunion, Marts Courtyard, fall 1978. right: Open House at Pickering Hall. 26 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY "With the '70s came fuller military involvement in Southeast Asia, student activism, and concern for eliminating racial and sexual inequities both in the colleges and in society as a whole.” Wilkes College was caught up in the turmoil of the early seventies. Student demands for visitation rights in the dorms, faculty and student concern for involvement in Viet Nam, and demands, generally, for a greater voice in formulating academic and social policy led to a series of teach-ins, demonstrations, and sit-ins. The administration met these needs by extending the governance of the College: faculty members were elected to committees by their peers rather than appointed by the administration: students were represented on College committees; and student demand for visitation rights were acceded to. The College administration was restructured in such a way that all elements felt their points of view were being represented more equitably. However, in June of 1972 the most dramatic event in the College's history temporarily pushed these other issues to the background. The Agnes Flood wreaked havoc upon the Wyoming Valley and disrupted normal economic, social, and educational activities. For four days Wilkes-Barre lay empty of human inhabitants as turbulent flood waters rose to better than twenty feet in some locations. Buildings were crushed and often moved from their foundations. Streets and sidewalks were covered with a slimy layer of mud; gigantic chunks of concrete were simply torn up by the force of the water and strewn about roadways and front yards. Fires raged out of control and destroyed entire city blocks. By the time the flood waters receded and tired people returned to their battered homes, there was a general realization that the Wyoming Valley had experienced one of the worst 1970-83 natural disasters in American history. Since the College was at the center of the flood area, it suffered damages similar to those that plagued the city generally. No facility on campus escaped. Heating systems and electrical circuits were made unusable. Doors were forced off the hinges or jammed closed. Water-logged books, swollen to twice their normal size, forced apart metal and wooden bookcases. Carpets and stuffed furniture were not simply ruined, but were made ten and twenty times heavier than normal because of water and mud. Floors buckled, walls bulged, and moldings were stripped away. And everywhere there was mud. It lay three and four inches thick on floors and desk tops. It worked its way into typewriters, clocks, and maintenance equipment. It destroyed food, bedding, student records, and much of the library collection. It brought filth and a stench that would remain for years. As much as the water itself, the mud left its own reminder of destruction. Human dislocation and suffering matched physical destruction. Large segments of the student body, faculty, and administration were victimized by the flood and had to attend first to family needs. Many people were forced from their homes for lengthy periods and took refuge in public shelters or with friends and relatives. How the financial burden of recovery would be handled was an uncertainty not only for the College itself but for members of the College family. There was much to do and little in the way of resources with which to do it. 50th ANNIVERSARY �“At its fiftieth anniversary the College reflects the marks of a mature and sound academic institution." residence formenand wo,nen, opened August 1982 above top: Conyngham Student Center, presented by the Conyngham family, refurbished with funds from Alpha Campaign, above: Ann Marts, with president Robert S. Capin, Melvin D. Brewer, chairman of the Board, Marts & Lundy, Inc., and Joseph Savitz, chairman of the Board of Trustees, at dedication of courtyard in memory of her husband. 28 WtLKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY In the immediate aftermath of the flood, the College reaffirmed its basic mission. Learning was after all more important than clean buildings, and the relationship between students and faculty was more vital than brightly lit classrooms. Since human beings were essential elements in higher education, other things could be at least temporarily discarded. With this in mind, the College's first summer session reopened less than a week-and-a-half after the flood. While some faculty and students continued normal scholarly activities, albeit in dark and dirty classrooms, others shoveled out mud-filled basements, washed off desks and chairs, and restored some semblance of order to College records. Suits and ties gave way to work clothes and hip boots, squeegees and plastic waste baskets were sought-after possessions, and calluses and aching muscles became commonplace problems. Students gave up summer jobs and vacations to return to Wilkes-Barre and help reconstruct the campus. Alumni willingly gave their time, as well as monetary support, to help the beleaguered College. A spirit of unity and purpose emerged perhaps more fully than ever before, and gradually, under the leadership of president Francis J. Michelini the College returned to full operation. By the time fall classes opened on September 29, the invigorating impact of large-scale government support was only beginning to become evident. Yet there was a feeling among students and faculty that the College had already come to terms with its greatest problems. Although the flood of 1972 was the single, most important event of the 1970s, even as the flood occurred the College was changing m other ways. Changing demographics across the country orced colleges generally away from he optimistic enrollment projections of the 1950s and 1960s Wilk , other colleges, became apprei,Sp hke about projections of decl£‘51Ve enrollments, student interest8 in career development, and the concern with economic securitv Although seeking to retain its Y' uriv'V a llberal arts college Wilkes decided to incorporate pre-prefessional programs into its curriculum. In this context the Wilkes-Hahnemann medical program led the way to integrating pre-professional training with 8 a liberal arts background. The Nursing Program, AFROTC Engineering, Computer Science ' Cooperative Education, along with the existing Business and Accounting programs, responded to the need for career development. The growth of the athletic program along with other College programs forced the College to face the problem of its facilities. Because of the increase in fuel costs in the middle '70s and the consequent concern for efficiency, strict attention was given to the quality of facilities on campus. Newer buildings, like Stark Learning Center, were completed and others, like the new residence hall, started; older buildings, like the Student Center, the Annette Evans House, Kirby, Bedford, and Chase, were renovated — with stunning results. However, some older buildings had to be razed simply because they were prohibitively expensive to operate or renovate. The attempt to balance the older architecture with the new raised architectural issues — moral as well as economic. Perhaps the single greatest change in the 1970s was the loss of Dr. Farley, who at the age of 70 resigned as president in the spring of 1970. Upon recommendation 01 a search committee the Board o Trustees appointed Dr. Francis J. Michelini, Dean of Academic Affairs, his successor. Under president Michelini, Dr. Far cy UP College experimented with a th ^ of divisional chairmen, then a provost, and, finally, h‘ as arrived at a system of corporate administration under presiden Robert S. Capin, an alumnus of the College. In 1975 when Dr. Michelini left to become president of the Pennsylvania Commission of Independent Colleges and Universities, Mr. Capin became acting president and was inaugurated as the third president of Wilkes College on October 24, 1976. Under president Capin's leadership the College reestablished its operations with successive balanced budgets, refined and expanded its curricula, enhanced its fund-raising abilities, and renovated much of the physical plant. The latter included the reconstruction of the Conyngham mansion on South River Street to provide an attractive and functional student center. Planning — both short-term and long-range — became marks of president Capin's corporate-style administration. At the end of the decade the College made plans for construction of a new residence center, Founders' Hall, dedicated m August of 1982, is a 205-bed residence facility that enabled 1 es to transfer students housed HotelVei?al YearS a‘the Sterlin§ At its fiftieth anniversary the oUege reflects the marks of a We conclude our retrospection with a quotation from a brochure written by Dr. Eugene S. Farley in 1960 titled New Vistas for Wilkes College: "The growth of Wilkes College has demonstrated that vision and generosity are the essential ingredients of growth. Had we failed to foresee the needs of the community, or had we failed to struggle to satisfy them, a liberal college for people of all backgrounds and all faiths could not have been established in Wyoming Valley. The vision of generous men and women has enabled a dream to become a reality. The fascination of the College is that, with growth come increased responsibility and opportunity. As the College has grown, its responsibilities and its opportunities have been enlarged. Today Wilkes College looks back, only that it may look forward more clearly. The program of the past demonstrates the progress that is possible in the future. If we retain our convictions and faith, and continue to serve students, community, and neighbors, the impossible again becomes the possible." 50th ANNIVERSARY 29 �/ ■ . . . 'ANT EVENTS 1933 1934 1935 1936 1937 Bucknell University established its Junior College on the third floor of the building at 29 West Northampton Street, Wilkes-Barre. 1941 Mr. Allan P. Kirby gave the former residence of his father for use as a library and arts building. The College received 525,000 from the estate of Bucknell University trustee Daniel C. Roberts. 1945 1946 1950 1951 Institute of Municipal Government founded. 1952 Bucknell University Junior College's four-year plan proposed. Wilkes College and American Legion co-sponsor national network radio broadcast of America's Town Meeting of the Air, March 18, at the gymnasium. The Sixth College Training Detachment of the Army Air Forces replaced students who were then serving in the armed forces. Establishment of Grade Point Average for honors: 2.35, 2.60, 2.80. Citizens and firms of Wyoming Valley contributed 5150,000 as the first step in creating the required endowment for the creation of a four-year college. Isaac Barre and Gies Halls were purchased with funds contributed for this purpose by the trustees. 1953 1955 1956 1957 On June 26 in ceremonies on Chase lawn Bucknell University Junior College came to an end and Wilkes College was chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to offer four-year courses. 1965 Faculty adopted MLA Style Sheet. B.S. in Art Education approved. 1966 Dr. Farley announces 5900,000 gift for science building. New grading system (4-3-2-I-0) approved. Three-page illustrated article, "Wilkes and Wilkes-Barre Working Together," appeared in Philadelphia Inquirer magazine, November 23. Wilkes College/Hampton Institute, Virginia, weekend student exchange program in May. Millie Gittins, George F. Elliot, Eleanor Farley campus hospitality. Wilkes College Summer Theater presented three original plays in repertory by Myvanwy Williams, William Crowder, and Alfred Groh: Prince of the Green Winds (one-act music drama), Recollections of Childhood (dramatization of children's poems), The Tramp at Chase Theater. On December 3 at the first of three special dinner meetings in the Commons the faculty discussed the ideals which have motivated and directed their efforts and presented them as "Marks of An Educated Man." The lecture hall was completed. Dr. Sheldon Cohen, Biology Department, initiates innovative undergraduate biomedical/medical science research program. 1959 1960 Admiral Harold R. Stark elected chairman of Board of Trustees. Masters in chemistry and physics offered. Reaccreditation by Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. Sordoni Art Gallery opens. 1974 Church Hall new student union. Eighth annual tax clinic sponsored jointly by Northeastern Chapter! Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Wilkes Commerce and Finance department. 1975 Dr. Farley dies at his farm in Beamont on September 17. Wilkes wrestling team NCAA Division III National Champions. Robert S. Capin first acting president. Dedication of Stark Learning Center. Publication of Essays of An Educator, compilation of writings by Dr. Farley. 1976 510,000 donated to Wilkes by Gulf Oil. Madrigal Singers, conducted by Richard Chapline, made their first recording of Christmas carols, taped at the First Presbyterian Church. Weckesser, Catlin, and Kirby Halls listed in State Historical Register. The Thirtieth annual "Rose Bowl" of Wrestling Tournament attracted to the campus approximately 500 wrestlers from about 70 universities and colleges representing 24 states. History of Wilkes mural painted by Cathal O'Toole displayed in Stark Learning Center. Building construction begins on research addition to Stark Hall. Robert S. Capin named Wilkes' third president. Arnaud Marts Courtyard dedication October 23. 1978 First Lady Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson arrives at College to dedicate Graduate Center. Benjamin Badman elected chairman of Board of Trustees. More than 6,000 attended the College’s outdoor pageant July 1 at Kirby Park commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Wyoming. The pageant was made possible by a grant from F. M. Kirby Foundation, Inc. Charles B. Waller named chairman of Board of Trustees. 1979 Dedication of Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. 1980 College leases YMCA-YWCA for resident students. 1981 1982 Trustees approve new residence hall plans. Of 3,658 colleges and graduate schools listed in the College Discovery Index, published by Columbia University Press, Wilkes is among the 92 most sought-after schools. Historical register includes McClintock, Weiss Halls. Wilkes receives reaccreditation from Middle States. Founders' Hall dedication August 22. Football team wins first Lambert Bowl. Camelot, the first Wilkes-Kiwanis production at Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts, is the eighth cooperative musical in the decade of association between the College and the service organization. A capacity patron audience of 500 attended the premier performance Saturday, November 12, with the week's run sold out before opening night. Labor-Management-Citizens Committee formed. 1958 1973 Walter S. Carpenter, Jr., receives College's first honorary degree. Man Against the Sky, an original one-act music drama, first performed at faculty Christmas dinner, then taped in the lobby of gymnasium and issued as recording commemorating the College's 25th anniversary. The first graduates of Wilkes College received their degrees from Bucknell University in accordance with the agreement under which the two institutions were working. 30 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 1962 1964 Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt visits Wilkes. Wrestling and football added to growing athletic list. At its meeting on November 6 the faculty voted against establishing secret and religious societies on campus. 1948 B.S. in education approved. First annual Careers Conference, March 29, 30. Drive for 5350,000 for endowment and 575,000 for expansion of Junior College. Third year of college work added. 1947 Members of the third graduating class received the first Wilkes College diplomas at the first on-campus commencement, held at the gymnasium. First annual United Nationalities Pageant. Theater alumni presented excerpts from past productions on May 13 at Chase Theater. More than 900 leading citizens honored Dr. Farley at a dinner held at the gymnasium to commemorate his 25th year of service to the College and community. On Wednesday, November 8, at 8:47 a.m., "The Wilkes College Story " filmed by NBC roving reporter Paul Cunningham, was a seven-minute segment on John Chancellor's Today program. The first Eastern Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Theater Conference, sponsored by Cue and Curtain, attracted 23 College, 7 community, and 37 secondary school drama groups to the campus on March 12, 13. Admiral and Mrs. Harold R. Stark and Mrs. John Conyngham gave Chase and Conyngham Halls. The first contributions (totaling S7.273.50) to a scholarship fund were made by a small group of friends seeking to help students of ability and ambition to help themselves. 1944 The president's residence at 146 South River Street given by a friend of the College. Arnaud Marts, acting president of Bucknell University, recommended Dr. Eugene S. Farley as director of the Junior College to succeed Dr. John H. Eisenhauer. 1939 1961 Commencement held at Irem Temple, North Franklin Street. The first class graduated from the Junior College. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick J. Weckesser gave the house at 78 West Northampton Street for use as residence of the director. Fourteen hundred friends of the College pledged 5217,000 to assure the construction of a gymnasium. Wilkes accredited by Middle States Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges. Bucknell University rented the entire building at West Northampton Street and equipped it to serve 200 students. 1938 1942 1943 1949 1967 First annual Summer Theater Workshop at Wilkes, e igh University offered graduate credit to teachers, high sc ool juniors and seniors received Certificate of Achievement *n*ensive participation in rehearsal and performance 1968 1969 Eugene Shedden Farley Library opens. Fire leaves Conyngham Hall in charred ruins. Louis Shaffer appointed chairman of Board of Trustees. 1970 ^edication of Dorothy Dickson Darte Music Building, rancis J. Michelini becomes Wilkes College second president. Or- Farley named Chancellor. 1971 1972 Sears-Roebuck Foundation presents grant to Wilkes. WHkes initiates AFROTC. ^"ege rebuilds after Agnes Flood. S Kiley named chairman of Board of Trustees. 50th ANNIVERSARY 31 �H Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18766 Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U. S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 355 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Fall 1982 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1982 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/e18300008f43c121ba7e8b37b921d5c0.pdf 04c92fc4f24fae67645e869385a96485 PDF Text Text 6UMMER19S0 WILKE6 WILKES COLLEGE COLLEGE <HARTi:i{lA ��BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT WILL ADDRESS WILKES CLASS OF 1983 Dr. George Dennis O'Brien, president of Bucknell University in Lewisburg, will address the Wilkes College Class of 1983 during commencement ceremonies scheduled for Sunday, May 22, at Ralston Field. O'Brien, now in his seventh year as Bucknell president, will help culminate the year-long 50th college@lhwnn&g^ ALUMNI REFERRAL PROGRAM PROVES SUCCESSFUL During the last four years, the Alumni Referral Program (ARP) has grown from a modest beginning to a successful part of overall recruiting efforts in the Admissions Office. Each academic year since 1979, the Office of Admissions has asked the Alumni for their assistance in identifying and referring outstanding high school students who would be interested in Wilkes College. Because of these valuable contacts, we are able to acquaint many students, who would not otherwise know about Wilkes, with our programs. Each referred student is sent an information packet and an invitation to tour our campus and meet with admissions representatives and faculty. According to our current records, 81 applications from the 630 referrals received for the class entering last fall were processed. Thirty-four of the 81 who applied for admission enrolled at the College for the fall of 1982. This statistic reflects a 42 percent yield from the time of application to the time of enrollment. This is considered by admissions professionals nationally to be an excellent indicator of alumni support. This year's campaign is currently underway, and referral cards have already been received by ARP members. Any contacts, whether they are immediate family members, close friends, or even outstanding students cited in local newspapers., represent possible Wilkes referrals. Recently, the second phase of ARP was initiated. Included in this phase is the selection and preparation of alumni to attend college information programs where they can meet with interested parents, students, and guidance counselors. As the Admissions Office continually seeks to expand its recruitment area, the need for alumni support in the recruitment of prospective students increases each year. The ARP seeks to meet the need for such expansion. In the spring of 1982, a small group of interested alumni was invited to participate in the second phase of ARP. Then, in September, a training session was held for this group. Included in the on-campus seminar were financial aid availability and programs, admissions 4 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY criteria, and ^“llTdlwlong session activities available. The day long ended with the assignment ot_ all recruiting events for each ARP Now that the second phase is in e . Barbara Welch, assistant to the Dean of Admissions, and ARP coordinator, is looking forward to implementing p three of the program which will be centered around receptions in various geographic areas, giving students in that area the opportunity to meet with Wilkes alumni. Interested alumni who wish to participate in any phase of the ARP encouraged to contact Mrs. Welch directly for further details. IDPOWER CAMPAIGN TOPS $400,000 SCHOLARSHIP GOAL WILKES MIN) Shown are, from left: Dr. Thomas Kelly, Trethaway, Scovell, Capin and Dr. James Aikman. With the continued support of alumni, members of the community and corporate sector, Wilkes College announced recently that it has received a total of $428,903 toward its 1983 annual scholarship fund-raising campaign. Revolving around the theme, "Providing Mindpower Through Five Decades . . . and Beyond," the total scholarship money received surpasses the original campaign goal of $400,000 by 7.2%. It is very reassuring to know that quality education remains a high priority with our alumni and friends in the community," said Wilkes President Robert S. Capin in announcing the campaign success to members of the wor^,for“ at a recent luncheon. WILKES COLLEGE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY IN HISTORY WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS to our challenge and we are indeed grateful." Frear ScoveU, retired Executive Senior Vice-President of First Eastern Bank and chairman of the Wilkes scholarship campaign effort, said, "The support of this campaign workforce and the community has helped to insure that Wilkes College will continue to provide our area and, indeed the nation, with tomorrow's leaders and scholars." Both Capin and Scovell acknowledged the dedicated and unselfish efforts of the 1983 campaign workforce which consisted of more than 200 volunteers from the college and the community- n addition, Capin praised the work of t e campaign leadership including Mr. William Conyngham, chairman of 1 e board of trustees; Mr. Eugene Roth, chairman of the development committee; Mr. Frear Scovell, chairma of the 1983 annual campaign; Mr. Harold Trethaway, vice-chairman o annual drive; and division leaders 0 Edgerton, Beverly Hiscox, Isadore Goldberg, Tom Kiley and Earl Maca anniversary celebration of Wilkes College, founded as Bucknell University Junior College in 1933. A native of Chicago, O'Brien received his A.B. degree in English as a cum laude graduate of Yale (1952) prior to receiving his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Chicago (1961). The 52-year-old educator was the recipient of a Carnegie Research Fellowship in university teaching (1957) and was a Fellow, American Council of Learned Societies (1971-72). O'Brien currently serves at the twelfth president of the 137-year-old institution and holds the academic rank of Professor of Philosophy. Prior to joining Bucknell, O'Brien served in several capacities at Middlebury College including Professor of Philosophy, Dean of Men, Dean of the College, Acting Dean of the Faculty, and, in 1975, as Dean of the Faculty. From 1961-65 he served as Assistant Dean of the College at Princeton University. Author of numerous articles including "Philosophy in the Twentieth Century" and "New Friends in Religion", O'Brien has delivered several commencement addresses at numerous institutions which include Mercy Hospital of Chicago (1979); Shady Side Academy, Pittsburgh (1978); and Marywood College (1971). O'Brien delivered a lecture at Wilkes last fall as part of the 50th Anniversary Lecture Series and has written a book, Hegel on Reason in History: A Contemporary Interpretation, published in 1975 by the University of Chicago Press. The Wilkes College Chapter of the National History Honor Society, Phi Alpha Theta, met recently to hold its annual initiation of new members. Phi Alpha Theta is a professional organization composed of both professors and students, whose main goal is the study and promotion of the study of history through research, teaching, and the exchange of information and theory among historians. Dr. James Rodechko, chairman of the History Department, presided over the ceremony welcoming the new members to Omega Iota, the local chapter. Shown prior to the ceremony are members of the faculty and administration with new members. From left, seated: Christopher Henry, Fred Krome, Meg Hall and Dr. Joel Berlatsky. Standing, from left: Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Gerald Hartdagen, Craig Mailen, Lillian Cohen and Dr. Rodechko. WILKES COLLEGE INITIATES SIX FULL-TUITION "TRUSTEES' SCHOLARSHIPS" 0113 r '' Wilkes College Dean of Admissions Dr. Gerald Wuori has announced that six new Trustees Scholarships will be awarded to qualified students before the end of the academic year. The full-tuition, four-year scholarships will be given to incoming freshmen through the Admissions Office. Recipients will be chosen by the ^Admissions Committee for academic excellence. They will be required to maintain dean's list status throughout their four years at Wilkes. Shown finalizing scholarship criteria are members of the Admissions Committee, from left: Dr. Wuori, Committee Chairman Dr. John Koch, and Dr. Michael Case. SUMMER 1983 5 �, HEALTH SCIENCES SYMPOSIUM ADDRESSES POLITICS OF MEDICINE The question "Is Health Care Healthy?" was addressed by experts in the fields of medicine, philosophy and extramural research and training at the Wilkes College Health Sciences Symposium held recently on campus. Distinguished guests from medical institutions throughout the country’ lectured. Dr. Edmund Pellegrino, M.D., Georgetown University; Sheldon Cohen, M.D., National Institutes of Health, Washington, D.C.; Samuel Gorovitz, Ph.D., University of Maryland; Catherine DeAngelis, M.D., Johns Hopkins Medical School; and William Raub, M.D., National Institutes of Health, were among those who spoke to the capacity audience. Dr. Cohen served as moderator for the program which covered the broad scope of the theme, including the delivery’ system, finances, technology, ethics, politics and the allocation of dollars. Serving on the coordinating committee for the 50th anniversary event were: Dr. Ralph Rozelle, dean of health sciences; Dr. Lester Turoczi, chairman. Biology Department; Theresa Grabo, Nursing Department; John Chwalek, coordinator, 50th anniversary programs; and Dr. Thomas Kelly, dean of external affairs. WILKES COLLEGE HOSTS EASTERN COLLEGES SCIENCE CONFERENCE Research students in life, physical, social sciences and mathematics were given the opportunity to present research papers before peers from various colleges and universities recently when Wilkes hosted the 1983 Eastern College Science Conference. Dr. Lester Turoczi, chairman of the Biology Department, acted as host and coordinator for the event. The format for the conference followed the lines of a professional scientific meeting in an effort to encourage student participation in the scientific enterprise. The format also gave students some insight into the type of exchange which occurs at scientific meetings. Dr. Doris Bartuska, an alumna of Wilkes and currently head of the Department of Endocrinology’ at the Medical College of Pennsylvania, the opening lecture for the conference. She is the former Doris Gorka, a 1946, graduate. R N M.S.N., 'vas seminar covered all aspects "'shown are members of the coordinating committee, from Ashton Sweeney, Diane reii McHenry and Patricia Zong. -KINNEY'S KIDS" CLINCH STATE TITLE IN DEBATE For the first time in nearly three decades, the Wilkes College Deba e Union has won the right to call itself the Number One Debate Team in the state. ,. Recently at the State Championship Tournament sponsored by the Two professional workshops were presented by the Department of Nursing during the spring semester at Wilkes. The first, entitled, "Nursing is Looking Up: Meeting the Spiritual Needs in Nursing," had Sharon Fish, M.S.N., author of "Spiritual Care, the Nurse's Role," as workshop leader. 6 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY 50th anniversary year. I can't think of a nicer gift to give the institution." "Kinney's Kids" reached another milestone in this 50th anniversary year — they reached the 500 mark for trophies won in competition. extemporaneous speaking. Not since 1954, has Wilkes been holder of the state title. According tn Debate Coach Dr. Bradford Kinney "The state award has been a >°ng time coming to Wilkes. I am really pleased that after so many years of trying, we secured this title during the College's FIVE GRADUATE ASSISTANTS NEAR COMPLETION OF DUTIES IN WILKES COLLEGE COMMERCE AND FINANCE DEPARTMENT Five graduate assistants in the Wilkes College Commerce and Finance Department are nearing completion of duties which gave them practical experience while allowing them to earn graduate credits toward the M.B.A. degree. Employed for the academic year 1982-83, the assistants taught undergraduate business courses; graded and proctored exams; worked in the teaching laboratories; and assisted in all areas of the Business Department. Two new areas were opened in the program this year. Assistants in Accounting and Public Relations were added. Thomas Alexander, Wilkes-Barre, taught undergraduate accounting labs and tutored accounting students. He also assisted in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) which trains students to help members of the community file income tax statements. Jessica Morgan, Dallas, filled the Public Relations assistantship by serving as a liaison between the Commerce and Finance Department and the College's Public Relations Office. She also aided in preparation of a brochure for the Department. Shown are those participating as Graduate Assistants: from left, seated: Ms. Morgan, Mr. Alexander, and Beth Ashton, Wilkes-Barre. Standing, from left: Mary Beth Wassil, Hazleton; and Maurita Gries, Dallas. WILKES COLLEGE STUDENTS NAMED TO WHO'S WHO -< n I A AV V' w The 1983 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Umversdies will carry the names of thirty students from Wilkes College who have been selected as being among the -^^cttoutstandin/campuV116 Campus nominating leaders and . * ? ,'he annuaI directory have mcluded the names of these students based on academic achievement co • to the community, leader"' ™ -=cu,aractivitiesand future NURSING DEPARTMENT SPONSORS TWO WORKSHOPS Pennsylvania Forensic Associati "Kinney's Kids" took top honors such powerhouses as: Duquesne a8ainst University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Penn State tn . the title "Best in the State." W11in Donna O'Toole and Walter She-" l °nfield were a powerful twosome with O'‘’r‘cla winning the third-place best speake°01e the entire competition and ShonfieH winning the Outstanding Debate r ° SPeaker for the tournament. Shonfield alst >o Won second place in the state for Outstanding students have been honored tn the directory since its introduction in 1934 3na e s countries. from left: foreign Thorpe; Marge LeBlanc, Pottsville; Vicki Smith, Cliffwood Beach, N.J.; Leigh Major, Kearny, N.J.; Stacey Lipman, White Plains, N.Y.; and Nancy Bowanko, Hudson. Row two, from left: Liz Perich, Edwardsville; Diane Hall, Ephrata; Mary Ellen Judge, Swoyersville; JoAnn Magers, Springfield, N.J.; Terry Shemo, Wyoming; Elizabeth Keller, Glen Ridge, N.J. Row three, from left: Amy Elias, Laflin; Elaine Kerchusky, Philadelphia, Stacy Keeley, Mt. Holly, N.J.; Joanne Rice, Chester, N.J.; Stephen Thomas, York; Sandra Bartels, Tunkhannock. Row four, from left: Ellen van Ripper, Denville, N.J.; David Yaron, Peckville; Mary Kutz, Dallas; Bill Lourie, Mt. Holly, n.j,; Keith SandS( Staten Island, N.Y.; Bart Matson, Canton, and Darre Lewis, Wapwallopen. EDWIN NEWMAN IS GUEST SPEAKER FOR ROSENN LECTURE SERIES Edwin Newman, veteran news correspondent for the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), was the featured speaker for the second Rosenn Lecture Series in Law and the Humanities, held at the Center for the Performing Arts. With 31 years of experience as an NBC correspondent, there is very little that Newman has not done in the field of broadcast journalism. Whether reporting from a foreign country, anchoring documentaries that span an entire evening of prime-time television, doing instant news specials devoted to late-breaking news events, or delivering a weekly essay on the TODAY program, Newman has consistently demonstrated his versatility as a journalist. In addition to anchoring fast-breaking stories, such as the attempted assassination of President Reagan on March 30, 1981, he has earned the coveted Peabody Award for his radio commentaries in 1967. In 1975 Newman was granted the first exclusive interview ever given a journalist by the Emperor of Japan, and a year later he was moderator of the Ford-Carter presidential debate. The Rosenn Lecture Series was established in 1981 by the family and friends of the Honorable Max Rosenn, Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals. Last year, the initial lecture in the series was presented by Pulitzer Prize-winner Anthony Lewis, columnist for the New York Times. ATTENTION PARENTSI If this magazine is addressed to your son or daughter who no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please clip off the address label on back cover and return it with the cor­ rect address to the Alumni Of­ fice at Wilkes College. Thank you for helping us update our rec­ ords. Wilkes College admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin. THE WILKES CoLLEGE CONNECTION FOR 24-HOUR INFORMATION ON WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS 717 826-1135 SUMMER 1983 7 �New Beginnings at Sordoni Art Gallery By: Jane Manganella September of 1982 was a month of beginnings for Judith O’Toole. She and her husband Kevin, a sculptor, moved from State College to Wilkes-Barre; they bought a home (and studio for Kevin); they moved in and immediately started to renovate and ... in addition to all of this, Judith started her new Job as Director of Wilkes’ Sordoni Art Gallery. She remembers it was “a little crazy, we bought an old house, with all this potential, but which hadn’t been totally rehabilitated since the Agnes flood. There was crumbling plaster everywhere. I wore the same suit to work almost every day because I didn’t want to unpack until it was safe." In spite of all the inconvenience, Judy said it was “the house we wanted, it was close to campus, and most important, it had a twocar garage that Kevin could transform into a studio." Time passed quickly for the new director. In just eight months, she handled seven exhibitions, as many receptions, worked with the advisory board to the Gallery, and is currently doing a major catalog of the paintings of Pennsylvania artist Severin Roesen. “I've been busy, but I’ve enjoyed it. When I arrived in September, good relationships with major museums and galleries were already established, which is a nice situation to find in a new position. I’m very excited, too, about the coming year. We’re already working on a major exhibition (Carl Sprinchorn), scheduled to open in October.” Challenge is something Judy seems to enjoy. This is obvious when one looks at her resume and considers the fact that she is not yet thirty years of age. Judy graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.A. in Art History in 1975. From 1976 until 1978, she taught at Penn State’s WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY “This beautiful, distinctive curve that was the clown popped right off the paper at me.” main campus and managed, during the summer of 1977, to spend three months in Paris in the University’s Graduate Study Abroad Program. From 1978 until 1982, she was Research and Cultural Assistant ° t.t?e Penn State Museum of Art While serving in that capacity she was project director for documentation on the Roesen paintings, and somewhere between 1980 and 1981, she was a 9rant fromServices the Institute of Museum epartment of Education) to Prepare researchon the WeaXdPZmaKnent co"ection. “Kevin taught in the same department, we courted at t She also added that Kevin ,U|?C|T" works in his studio all day’P^ho day (works are primarily done ■ wood, with painted surfaces! •” not at all impressed with her r® of achievements. “In fact he 'St thinks I’m not ambitious enn,,„u about my writing.” Reflecting on her accomplishments, she said "t me art is not really work as mu°ch as it is just part of my life mv n parents would save all year so that we could visit every museum and gallery possible when we went on family vacations. My father teaches American Studies at the University of Illinois and would always offer comment or history on works as we toured, it was never a lecture situation, just interesting facts. Even as a child I was very comfortable with art, and very interested in it.” Another of the things that happened last September was the publishing of an article by Judy for The Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art, entitled “Ibels and Seurat: An Attribution Confirmed.” This, though, was an end rather than a beginning for her. It was the culmination of a nine-month search by Judy to prove that a charcoal drawing, “The Circus,” which had been attributed to Georges Seurat (1859-1891) was really the work of Henri-Gabriel Ibels (1867-1936). “I’d chosen Ibels as the subject for my Master’s thesis, and the research for that had me looking through catalogs for months; my mind was really saturated with this fellow’s images." One of her favorite figures was a clown from a color lithograph by Ibels called “Au Cirque." She continued, “One day my advisor, George Mauner, called my attention to a copy of Seurat’s ‘The Circus,’ which had been used for the cover of a catalog to open a new wing at the Cleveland Museum. This beautiful, distinctive curve that was the clown popped righ off the paper at me. It had to be the Ibel’s clown from ‘Au Cirque’.” . Further investigation led to tn« fact that the attribution to Seu had been questioned before, b no one had done any research prove that it was not, in fact, a WILKE (f KY\i i rr (( 1933 n 1983 fill U -------,(/ LLL. \ . \ M n1 VS WILKES COLLEGE • WILKES-BARRE • PENNSYLVANIA 18766 The following Class Notes were compiled by the Office of Alumni Relations from infor­ mation received through March 31, 1983; announcements of such events as births, deaths, marriages, earning of degrees, ad­ dress or employment changes should be sent to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. tired from 8 years of teaching to raise children, Lisa, 10, and Neil, 6. JAMES NEDDOFF passed away recently at the Johns Hopkins Oncology Center, Baltimore, MD. James was employed as Superintendent of Twin Valley School District, Morgantown, Berks County. He is survived by his wife Linda and two children. Our condolences are expressed to his familv VOL. 2. NO. 3 New York with his wife Elisea and their two children. SHARON TELBAN, Assistant to the Chairperson and an Assistant Professor at Wilkes College, ex­ pects to receive her D.N.Sc. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1985. Her specialty is Higher Edu­ cation Administration in Nursing, and she is cur;n cfuHwinn nursing models, IAHN) Z1KOR birth of their i 6, 1983. The Congratulations, To: James F. Ferris President Wilkes College Alumni Association :ently received drew resides in 1 Please cast my ballot as follows for the preceding Amendments to the Constitution of the Wilkes College Alumni Association: Amendments Approved Amendments Not Approved Class of. Signature: 1 >een appointed al of Holabird County Public D. Richard re­ wife and two I I !y married to 1 by Wyoming le resides in (An alumna married to an alumnus may submit a facsimile ballot, providing that both husband's and wife's ballots are returned in the same envelope.) s proud to anchael, on De­ band Marc re■■■“ VLlUldll 5 MlJillilllOHdllUFl 1V1CG* ical Center, Wilkes-Barre. Ben is employed as a professor of English at Wilkes College. Congratula­ tions, Lois and Ben. 1959 GRACE A. (VIPOND) REISSER has joined the faculty of The Berkeley School of Woodbridge as an instructor in shorthand, typewriting and communi­ cations. Joyce resides in Bound Brook with her hus­ band Bob and four children. CARL V. ZOOLKOSKI has accepted a new posi­ tion with E.F. Hutton and Company, Inc., as a Cer­ tified Financial Planner. Carl resides in Mountain­ top with his wife Betsy and two children. 1961 F. ROBERT BOBKOWSKI '61 and CAROLYN (CARSON) BOBKOWSKI '64 have recently moved to 341 Cypress Landing Drive, Longwood, _ orida 32750. Bob is National Sales Manager for a Division of Brunswick Corporation. Carolyn is re­ ELLEN (FEINSTEIN! KRUEGER and her hus­ band Allen have a new addition to their family. Mat Steven was born January 1, 1983, and joins a sister Lauren. Ellen runs a freelance advertising/ public relations business in San Antonio, Texas. G. MATT MORAN has accepted a new position with RTP Company as Eastern Regional Manager in Winona, MN. 1969 BERNADINE E. ADONIZIO recently married Blucher S. Tharp in Philadelphia. Bernadine is a psychiatrist in private practice. The couple will re­ side in Society Hill, Philadelphia. CHRISTINE (FISHER) BIRKENHEAD recently accepted a new position with Nesbitt Hospital Lab­ oratory as General Laboratory Supervisor. Chris­ tine also has a new addition to her family, Victoria, who was born on January 28,1983. BOB BURNAT recently received an MBA in Finance from Fordham University. Bob resides in "UALt kAYMOND TABOR recently married Mar­ cella Ann Trybus. Dale is currently a post-doctoral immunology research fellow in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at Hah­ nemann. The couple resides in Philadelphia. 1973 JIM THOMAS and his wife Joanne are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Brian An­ thony, on October 24, 1982. Jim is Director of the Columbia County Housing Authority. The family resides at 28 E. Main Street, Wanamie, PA. BRUCE BALLIET has accepted a position with Atari Incorporated in the Consumer Electronics Di­ vision as Product Merchandiser. Bruce resides in Tampa, FL. JOSEPH JOHN YURKO and DIANNE CLAIRE MITAL '77 have recently been married. Dianne is employed as a teacher at Holy Name School, Forty Fort. Joe is employed as a teacher by the Westwood Regional School District. Westwood, NJ. The couple is residing in Woodbridge, NJ. ALUMNUS 1 �New Beginnings at Sordoni Art Gallery By: Jane Manganella September of 1982 was a month of beginnings for Judith O’Toole. She and her husband Kevin, a sculptor, moved from State College to Wilkes-Barre; they bought a home (and studio for Kevin); they moved in and immediately started to renovate and ... in addition to all of this, Judith started her new job as Director of Wilkes’ Sordoni Art Gallery. She remembers it was “a little crazy, we bought an old house, with all this potential, but which hadn’t been totally rehabilitated since the Agnes flood. There was crumbling plaster everywhere. I wore the same suit to work almost every day because I didn't want to unpack until it was safe.” In spite of all the inconvenience, Judy said it was “the house we wanted, it was close to campus, and most important, it had a twocar garage that Kevin could transform into a studio.” Time passed quickly for the new director. In just eight months, she handled seven exhibitions, as many receptions, worked with the advisory board to the Gallery, and is currently doing a major catalog of the paintings of Pennsylvania artist Severin Roesen. “I’ve been busy, but I’ve enjoyed it. When I arrived in September, good relationships with major museums and galleries were already established, which is a nice situation to find in a new position. I’m very excited, too, about the coming year. We’re already working on a major exhibition (Carl Sprinchorn), scheduled to open in October.” Challenge is something Judy seems to enjoy. This is obvious when one looks at her resume and considers the fact that she is not yet thirty years of age. Judy graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.A. in Art History in 1975. From 1976 until 1978, she taught at Penn State’s “This beautiful, distinctive curve that was the clown popped right off the paper at me.” main campus and managed, during the summer of 1977, to spend three months in Paris in the University’s Graduate Study Abroad Program. From 1978 until 1982, she was Research and Cultural Assistant to the Penn State Museum of Art While serving in that capacity she was project director for documentation on the Roesen paintings, and somewhere between 1980 and 1981, she was awarded a grant from the nstitute of Museum Services (Department of Education) to prepare research on the WeaXd collection- yve asked Judy how she and mar^ tlme t0 meet and marry, it was rea)| convenient,” she said smiiin„ “Kevin taught in the same department, we courted at i She also added that Kevin , l?cti." works in his studio all day p 0 day (works are primarily don«ery wood, with painted surfaces) ■Cl not at all impressed with her i'S of achievements. “In fact h ISt thinks I’m not ambitious enn„ u about my writing.” U9tl Reflecting on her accomplishments, she said -t me art is not really work as mu°ch as it is just part of my life mv n parents would save all year so that we could visit every museum and gallery possible when we went on family vacations. My father teaches American Studies at the University of Illinois and would always offer comment or history on works as we toured it was never a lecture situation just interesting facts. Even as a child I was very comfortable with art, and very interested in it.” Another of the things that happened last September was the publishing of an article by Judy for The Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art, entitled “Ibels and Seurat: An Attribution Confirmed.” This, though, was an end rather than a beginning for her. It was the culmination of a nine-month search by Judy to prove that a charcoal drawing, “The Circus,” which had been attributed to Georges Seurat (1859-1891) was really the work of Henri-Gabriel Ibels (1867-1936). “I’d chosen Ibels as the subject for my Master’s thesis, and the research for that had me looking through catalogs for months; my mind was really saturated with this fellow’s images.” One of her favorite figures was a clown from a color lithograph by Ibels called “Au Cirque.” She continued, “One day my advisor, George Mauner, called my attention to a copy of Seurat’s ‘The Circus, which had been used for the cover of a catalog to open a ne wing at the Cleveland MuseumThis beautiful, distinctive curve that was the clown popped n9 off the paper at me. It had to be the Ibel’s clown from 'Au Further investigation led to the fact that the attribution to had been questioned before, no one had done any resea ______ X! ________ ♦ in fact, d WILK j WILKES COLLEGE • WILKES-BARRE « PENNSYLVANIA 18766 The following Class Notes were compiled by the Office of Alumni Relations from infor­ mation received through March 31, 1983; announcements of such events as births, deaths, marriages, earning of degrees, ad­ dress or employment changes should be sent to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, P.O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. 1938 STANLEY CALDWELL THOMAS died December 1, 1982, at the age of 66. He resided in Wilmington, DE. Our condolences are expressed to his family. 1950 TED WOLFE died November 3, 1982, in Mt. Diab­ lo Hospital, Concord, California. He is survived by his wife Lorraine and two sons. He was employed as West Coast Director of Labor Relations and Per­ sonnel with American Bank Stationery. 1953 ANTHONY P. GIUSTI was recently appointed to Division Controller/Manager-Administration, Steu­ ben Glass. Anthony resides in Elmira, NY. SANDOR YELEN was elected to serve on the ex­ ecutive committee of the Board of Trustees at The Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle. Sandor and his wife Janice and their three children reside in Kingston, PA. 1955 DR. BENJAMIN FIESTER '55 and LOIS STRO­ BEL '80 were married recently in Church of Christ Uniting, Kingston, PA. Lois is employed as a psych­ iatric nurse at the Veteran's Administration Med­ ical Center, Wilkes-Barre. Ben is employed as a professor of English at Wilkes College. Congratula­ tions, Lois and Ben. 1959 GRACE A. (VIPOND) REISSER has joined the faculty of The Berkeley School of Woodbridge as an instructor in shorthand, typewriting and communi­ cations. Joyce resides in Bound Brook with her hus­ band Bob and four children. CARL V. ZOOLKOSKI has accepted a new posi­ tion with E.F. Hutton and Company, Inc., as a Cer­ tified Financial Planner. Carl resides in Mountaintop with his wife Betsy and two children. 1961 E ROBERT BOBKOWSKI '61 and CAROLYN (CARSON) BOBKOWSKI '64 have recently moved to 341 Cypress Landing Drive, Longwood, Florida 32750. Bob is National Sales Manager for a Division of Brunswick Corporation. Carolyn is re- VOL. 2. NO. 3 tired from 8 years of teaching to raise children, Lisa, 10, and Neil, 6. New York with his wife Elisea and their two children. JAMES NEDDOFF passed away recently at the Johns Hopkins Oncology Center, Baltimore, MD. James was employed as Superintendent of Twin Valley School District, Morgantown, Berks County. He is survived by his wife Linda and two children. Our condolences are expressed to his family. SHARON TELBAN, Assistant to the Chairperson and an Assistant Professor at Wilkes College, ex­ pects to receive her D.N.Sc. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1985. Her specialty is Higher Edu­ cation Administration in Nursing, and she is cur­ rently involved in studying nursing models, theories and conceptual frameworks. 1965 ANITA (MINELLI) SALERNO and her husband Anthony are proud to announce the birth of their son, Christopher John, on November 23, 1982. The family resides in Old Forge, PA. Congratulations, Anita and Anthony. 1967 DR. JOSEPH I. F. JERRYTONE was recently awarded a fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry at its 30th annual meeting held recently in Boston, Mass. Dr. Jerrytone and his wife Carol, along with their three children, reside in Kingston, PA. His office is located in Plymouth, PA. 1968 CEIL (ROSEN) ARBETMAN has a new position as a substitute teacher in Lancaster. She also owns her own Designer Clothing Shop "Tracy's." Ceil and her husband Bob reside in Lancaster with their daughter Traci. ROGER D. BREWER is a Commander with the U.S. Navy, stationed in Winter Harbor, ME. KATHERINE (SMITH) CAMPBELL and her hus­ band Robert are proud to announce the birth of their fourth child James Andrew, on February 10, 1983. The family resides in Silver Spring, MD. ELLEN (FEINSTEIN) KRUEGER and her hus­ band Allen have a new addition to their family. Mat Steven was born January 1, 1983, and joins a sister Lauren. Ellen runs a freelance advertising/ public relations business in San Antonio, Texas. G. MATT MORAN has accepted a new position with RTP Company as Eastern Regional Manager in Winona, MN. 1969 BERNADINE E. ADONIZIO recently married Blucher S. Tharp in Philadelphia. Bernadine is a psychiatrist in private practice. The couple will re­ side in Society Hill, Philadelphia. CHRISTINE (FISHER) BIRKENHEAD recently accepted a new position with Nesbitt Hospital Lab­ oratory as General Laboratory Supervisor. Chris­ tine also has a new addition to her family. Victoria, who was born on January 28,1983. BOB BURNAT recently received an MBA in Finance from Fordham University. Bob resides in JOHN ZIKOR and VIRGINIA (HAHN) ZIKOR '70 are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Karlina Ann, on January' 6, 1983. The family resides in West Wyoming. Congratulations, Virginia and John. 1971 ANDREW J. GUBANICH, JR., recently received an MBA from Lehigh University. Andrew resides in East Texas, PA. RICHARD E. OGIN has recently been appointed to the position of assistant Principal of Holabird Junior High School in the Baltimore County Public School System, Baltimore County, MD. Richard re­ sides in White Hall, MD, with his wife and two daughters. ROBERT J. RUSSIN was recently married to Mary Terese Quinn. Bob is employed by Wyoming Valley School District. The couple resides in Trucksville. 1972 ARLENE (SUCHESK1) BALDWIN is proud to an­ nounce the birth of a son, Brian Michael, on De­ cember 18, 1982. Arlene and her husband Marc re­ side in Mt. Holly, NJ. DALE RAYMOND TABOR recently married Mar­ cella Ann Trybus. Dale is currently a post-doctoral immunolog}’ research fellow in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at Hah­ nemann. The couple resides in Philadelphia. 1973 JIM THOMAS and his wife Joanne are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Brian An­ thony. on October 24. 1982. Jim is Director of the Columbia County Housing Authority. The family resides at 28 E. Main Street, Wanamie, PA. BRUCE BALLIET has accepted a position with Atari Incorporated in the Consumer Electronics Di­ vision as Product Merchandiser. Bruce resides in Tampa, FL. JOSEPH JOHN YURKO and DIANNE CLAIRE MIT.AL '77 have recently been married. Dianne is employed as a teacher at Holy Name School, Forty Fort. Joe is employed as a teacher by the Westwood Regional School District. Westwood, NJ. The couple is residing in Woodbridge, NJ. ALUMNUS 1 �GIFFORD R. CAPPELLINI and his wife Deborah are proud to announce the birth of a son, Ryan, February 26. 1983. They also have a son Gifford, 3 years old. Gifford is an Attorney in Wilkes-Barre. The family resides at Harvey's Lake. MARJORIE (CZULEWICZI KINGSTON and her husband RICHARD 75 reside in Franklinville. NJ., with their three children, Jane, Samuel and Sarah. LEE DAVID AUERBACH is now associated with the Law Firm of Daniel M. Vinnik, 20 East 73rd Street, New York, New York. 1975 SAMUEL M. K. ANYOMI recently earned his Ph.D. in Business Administration jointly from Cali­ fornia Coast University and the University of South Carolina. Samuel resides in Columbia, SC. CAROL A. DRAHUS recently announced her en­ gagement to Capt. Michael Wisloski. Carol is a mathematics teacher at Southampton Middle School. Bel Air, MD. An April wedding is planned. ROBERT H. POTTER recently received a Master in Business Administration in Health Care Degree from Western New England College. TRANG TRINH has accepted position Hughes Aircraft Company as a a.„cp0Sll, ,u °n with member of thc Technical Staff. He recently received his Ph.D from the University of Illinois. Trane Torrance, California. S resides m drew, January 12. 1983. fa,X reson. Matthew Brian, 214 years old. The family re sides in Wilkes-Barre. THOMAS PARK. Ill, recently became engaged0 Nancy Bowanko. Tom is employed as a business education teacher al Ocean City High School. Ocean City, New Jersey. Nancy will graduate from Wilkes in May with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. ANN MARIE (GRUZDAS) PIRAGUS resides at 134 W. Pettebone Street, Forty Fort, PA. JOE W. SEKUSKY has accepted a position with the Wyoming Valley Alcohol and Drug Sen-ices as a therapist. Joe resides in Exeter, PA. MARY LOU ZAWATSKI was wed recently to Richard Roos. Mar)- Lou is employed as coordin­ ator of staff development at NPW Medical Center. The couple will reside in Wilkes-Barre, PA. SUSAN M. BRIMO recently accepted a new posi­ tion with WNIS - News/Talk Radio as producer, broadcast announcer, and occasional news co-an­ chorwoman. Susan resides in Norfolk, Virginia. Best of luck to you with your new position. 1978 DONNA JEAN CHISARICKand RANDY SCOTT MICHAEL '81 were recently married. Donna is a registered nurse employed by Guardian Life Insur­ ance as a medical undenvriter in Bethlehem, and Randy is employed in the Corporate Energy De­ partment of Air Products and Chemicals Inc. The couple will reside in Emmaus, PA. DEBBIE DORMAN recently announced her en­ gagement to Fred Spickerman, Jr. Debbie is em­ ployed as an assistant head nurse of a medical sur­ gical unit at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. A July 16 wedding is planned. SANDRA L. FIELD recently received the degree of Juris Doctor from the Dickinson School of Law. Sandra is an associate with Worth Law Offices, P.C., in Allentown. She resides in Whitehall with her husband, Dr. Clifford Field. BARBARA (CHANDLER) MASSEY and her hus­ band Ed are proud to announce the birth of their first child Julia Elizabeth, on January 17, 1983. Bar­ bara is on leave from her position as a Bell Public Communications Marketing Representative with the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company in Baltimore. The family resides in Catonsville, Maryland. CHERYL LEVINE and her husband Barry are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Jenna Michelle, on August 20,1982. The family resides in Cheltenham, PA. 1976 MICHAEL J. MERCINCAVAGE has recently been promoted to Assistant Director of Finance at Children's Seashore House, Atlantic City, New Jer­ sey. Michael resides in Cherry Hill with his wife DEBRA (SERNIAKI MERCINCAVAGE '75. KATHLEEN A. O'MALLEY has recently accepted a position with the U.S. Department of Justice as Assistant U.S. Attorney, in Jacksonville, Florida. HAROLD W. ROBERT recently received the CPCU Professional Insurance Designation at cere­ monies in Miami, Florida. Harold is employed by Pennsylvania Millers Mutual Insurance Company in Wilkes-Barre. He resides in Trucksville with his wife and two children. Congratulations, Harold. H. DAVID TRETHAWAY and his wife Ann Marie announce the birth of a daughter, Maria Anne, on December 14. The family resides in Bayville, New Jersey DONNA GEFFERT! YOZWIAK and her husband La:e a.'r .-nee the birth of their first child, La wrence on October 14. 1982. The family .n Brodhead: .: ;e. Pennsylvania. THOMAS D, MCINTYRE announces his engage­ ment to Christine Hamway. A November wedding is planned. SUSAN (MARGALIS) PERLIS has accepted a po­ sition with Lackawanna Junior College as an In­ structor - Computer Science & Math. Susan and her husband Joseph reside in Nanticoke. GARY POHORELY and ROSEMARIE (ROSATI) POHORELY announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Jessica Rosati Pohorely, on May 18, 1982 Gary- is presently employed by the Somerset County Planning Board. Rosemarie is presently earnmg a MSW at Rutgers Graduate School of Socia! Work and is employed by the Easter Seal Hunterdon Housing Program, a transitional living EeX^ ANTHONY J. SHIPULA has joined the insurance firm of Chamberhn-Bovard, Inc., Bank Towers h^s Ks inTOn'lWl1^ Wi" be “"“"traling MAKIS G. SOLOMON is now serving i„ lhe is now ;; United States Navs inr?i Lieutenant, 'l'Ultnar'1' a'a family Practice resident in Chark-.ton, SC. Maris has re cently become and plans an ELLEN K. (DUFOSSE) WENGEN and h. r band PAUL '79 recently moved back E^r California. They are currently residing in w”"1 pingers Falls, New York, where Paul is working' the cost accounting manager for Fairchild Mi8 processors and Ellen is working as a commun? psychiatric nurse for Dutchess County. y 1979 CLAIRE L. ENNIS is presently employed as Co tume Supervisor with the Joffrey II Dancers the teaching unit of the Joffrey Ballet Company The Company will be touring the United States and Bermuda. GWENDOLYN FAAS recently announced her en­ gagement to Andrew Donald Logan. Gwen is em­ ployed by Creative Cable Communications in Dal­ las, Texas, as Director of Operations. A spring wed­ ding is planned. KAREN MARIE HOLM was recently engaged to David Trautlein. Karen is employed by the United Penn Bank, Wilkes-Barre. The wedding will take place in the spring of 1983. Corporate Company, as a computer marketing representative. 5 THOMAS F. KANE was married recently to Don­ na Marie Nadzan. Tom is pursuing his masters de­ gree in Public Administration and is employed by Service Master Industries, Inc., and is manager at Mercy Hospital, Wilkes-Barre. THOMAS J. ZUKOSKY has been promoted to Vice-President from Assistant Vice-President at First Eastern Bank. Tom and his wife Jane reside in Kingston with a daughter Amy, who is 12. KATHY KOLLAR has a position with the United States Air Force as a 2nd Lt. Staff Nurse al Travis Air Force Base, California. 1982 DANIEL BIERDZIEWSKI was married recently to JoAnn Marie Bobbin. Dan is employed as an ac­ -------countant by the certified public accounting firm of Cavalari, Coombs, McHale and Company, WilkesBarre. The couple is residing in Nanticoke. PAMELA M. LUCHI and LARRY J. ASSALITA '78 were recently married on July 24, 1982. Pam is a student at the Pennsylvania College of Optome­ try, Philadelphia, PA. Larry is a Podiatric Surgical Resident at Oxford Hospital in Philadelphia. MARY THERESA PADDOCK and PAUL S. YURKO recently announced their engagement. Mary Theresa is employed by the Wyoming Na­ tional Bank of Wilkes-Barre. Paul is employed by Laventhol and Horwath, certified public accoun­ tants. A June 1983 wedding is planned. LORRAINE A. EDWARDS is now Mrs. Lorraine Pawlush, and resides at Apartment #32, University Manor, Hershey, PA. KEITH R. KLEINMAN has joined PrudentialBache Securities' Elkins & Co. division as an ac­ count executive. Keith most recently completed a three-week intensive training seminar at the New York home office of Prudential-Bache Securities. DEBRA ANITA MAZANTI was recently married to Ronald Danko. Debbie is employed as a regis­ tered nurse in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit of the Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. The couple is residing in Wilkes-Barre. DENISE A. MIERZWA was recently notified by the Pennsylvania Board of Nurse Examiners that she has passed the State Board Examination for a Registered Nurse. She is employed in the Obstetri­ cal Department of Mercy Hospital, Wilkes-Barre. DONNA SMITH has been promoted to assistant cashier at First Eastern Bank, Wilkes-Barre. She re­ sides in Edwardsville with her two children. ROSANNE THOMAS was recently notified by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners that she successfully passed the Examination for Regis­ tered Nurse. She is currently employed in the vascular-surgeiy unit of the Allentown and Sacred Heart Hospital Center in Allentown and resides in Emmaus. CHARLES A. YARRIS has a new position with Martz Trailways as a Data Processing Manager. He resides in Forty Fort, PA. JOSEPH LAVELLE is residing in Arlington, Vir­ ginia, and is a lawyer at Howrey and Simon Law Offices, Washington, D.C. EDWARD F. ORLOSKI was wed recently to Joanne M. DelVecchio. Ed is associated with his family business, Orloski Service Stations, Inc. The couple is residing in Mountaintop. tion, participants are guaranteed full-time employment with the Air Force Logistics Command. Participants may also apply for stipends, based on need, to cover par­ tial living expenses. Applicants are se­ lected on the basis of academic creden­ tials, prior work experience, and commit­ ment to employment with AFLC. Further information/application materials can be obtained by writing to Professor Carol M. Shaw, Assistant Dean of Engineering, University of Dayton School of Engineer­ ing, Dayton, OH 45469-0001, or by call­ ing (513) 229-2736. REBECCA E. TOTON and THOMAS A. QUINN '81 were wed recently. Tom is employed by the In­ tel Corporation, Santa Clara, California. The couple is residing in Mountain View, California. MYLES M. STEMPIN recently announced his en­ gagement to Diane Gush. Myles is employed at Don Bennett Advertising, Inc., as a media director. The wedding will take place on May 7,1983. car rental discount program, we remind you again that the service is offered at no cost to the College or to the Alumni Asso­ ciation, other than a nominal member­ ship fee. Take advantage of this benefit the next time you rent a vehicle. 1980 JOSEPH ANGELELLA recently announced his en­ gagement to Katherine Ann Nalewajko. Joe is pur­ suing his M.B.A. degree in Finance at Wilkes, and is employed by First Eastern Bank in the Commer­ cial Loan Department as a credit analyst. The wed­ ding will take place May 14, 1983. DIANE (BRODBECK) LOWE and her husband George joyfully announce the birth of their son George'Matthew, on July J \ 6, 1982. The family resides in Augusta, Georgia. JOSEPH PADDOCK was recently promoted to as­ sistant vice president and trust officer at the First Eastern Bank of Wilkes-Barre. Joe and his wife Nancy reside in Hanover Township with their two children. GEORGE J. SEIGER and MARTHA KAY SHER­ MAN '82 were recently engaged. Martha is em ployed al Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in the Sur gical Intensive Care Unit as a registered nurse. George is employed by the Social Security Adnun istration, Wilkes-Barre. The wedding will be so eni nized June 4, 1983. 1981 JUDY BARNICK was recently promoted to Ad­ ministrative Assistant to the Executive Direct , Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce, and Admitistralive Coordinator of Leadership, Wilkes-1 arn- FROM YOUR HOUSE. . . Items of interest and concern to Alumni from the Office of Alumni Relations. .. FOR MEN AND WOMEN INTER­ ESTED IN A CAREER CHANGE TO ENGINEERING ... If you have a B.S. in mathematics, physics, or a related sci­ ence, your career opportunities could be enhanced by an engineering background. The University of Dayton and the Air Force Logistics Command's "Fast-Track Reentry Program" is a special education­ al program, designed for adults, and structured to advance the participant to an academic level equal to that of an elec­ trical engineering graduate. The program offers full-credit courses, individualized counseling and guidance, and a paid, 3month internship at an AFLC site. Partici­ pants who complete thc credits portion of l.’? Pro8ram earn a Certificate in Electri­ cal Engineering, tuition-free because it is mnded by the Air Force. After gradua- CAR RENTAL DISCOUNT PRO­ GRAM EXPANDED . . . About a year ago, the Alumni Association was success­ ful in reaching an agreement with the Avis car-rental company providing for group membership rates for alumni. We received such a positive response from the alumni toward this service that we re­ cently expanded the discount plans so that they now apply to Hertz and Nation­ al in addition to Avis. As a member of the Wilkes College Alumni Association, you are eligible for discount rates whenever the need arises for a rental vehicle. You need only to pre­ sent the attached discount card at the time of rental, along with your valid driver's license and a charge card hon­ ored by the rental company. You will then be able to take advantage of a 15% discount at Hertz and Avis, and a 10% discount at National: these rates apply to all corporate or participating licensee locations in the United States. Various other discounts are available from these companies while in Canada or other countries. While this service can mean savings ot many dollars to those alumni who use the WHERE ARE YOU NOW? ? ? As I look out across a campus soaked by four days of "liquid sunshine." my thoughts wander to the many thousands of stu­ dents who walked along South River Street, sharing minutes between classes or on their way to the Library or Dining Hall. I’m sure you I wonder what ever happened to ... since we left Wilkes. . . I haven t read an update about him in the Class Notes of the QUARTERLY in ALUMNUS 3 �such a long time." And just as sure as the thought has entered your mind, so it has also entered the minds of your friends — about you. So if you have not sent in an update to the "Class Notes" for some time, take a minute or two now — while the idea is fresh in your mind — and let us and your friends know what you've been up to lately. Include such things as location, family status, children, and what you are doing, and any other infor­ mation you want us to know. We’ll then pass it along in the next QUARTERLY. Mail updates to Wilkes College Alumni Office, P. O. Box 111, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766. BOARD APPROVES TUITION IN­ CREASE . . . President Robert S. Capin announced recently that the Board of Trustees has approved an 8.6% tuition in­ crease for the 1983-84 academic year. The below national average increase means that Wilkes students will pay $5,050 for tuition to attend the college. Room and board fees will be increased by $180 to $2,540 for the year. Tuition, room and board will be $7,590 next year as compared to $7,010 this year. "We are very sensitive to the difficult economic times which face each and every one of us," said Capin in making the announcement. "We have trimmed our increase from 11% this year to just over 8Vz% next year by maintaining tight fiscal controls over the overall operation of the College. While our intent is to keep our increase as small as possible, we rec­ ognize a responsibility to maintain sound fiscal and academic programs which pro­ vide our students with the highest quality of education." HOMECOMING ’83 . . . JOHN and CHRIS (MIELE) BARON, who co­ chaired the 1982 Homecoming celebra­ tion, have agreed to accept the responsi­ bility for our 1983 celebration as well. So clear the weekend of September 29-30, October 1 on your calendars and plan to join us for another outstanding event. This year's weekend will feature the golf tourney and weekend warmup on Friday evening, parade, varsity athletic events, and the dinner dance on Saturday, and the famous brunch on Sunday morning, along with many other events that you won't want to miss. The Committee is just now forming, and we are looking for new members. So if you have been want­ ing to get involved with the Alumni Asso­ ciation. just call the Alumni Office and ask that your name be added to the Homecoming Committee. And if you have ideas for improving the attractive­ ness of the weekend, be sure to let us know what they are — if we have missed an event that would attract alumni back to campus it is only because we didn't think of it, not because we are not willing to offer it So call us with your ideas and .■ ’■ ’.'thingness to work as a Homecom­ ing Committee member. alumni/admissions connec TION . . . PHIL and CAROL(GUSGE KOFSKI) BESLER '76 opened their 85year-old home to a group of aPPr°*ln’ate ly 20 people from the Mercerville, Nev. Jersey area as a "Get Acquainted With Wilkes" evening. Seniors in high school and their parents were invited tomeet at the Besler's with Barbara Welch of the Admissions Office staff, Terry Shemo, a senior Psychology major, John Chwalek, Community Coordinator, and Dick Raspen, Director of Alumni Relations. Guests were shown slide shows of the College and the Wilkes-Barre community, and had the opportunity to ask ques­ tions about the College and its programs. Thank you Phil and Carol, for your gra- ciousness in hosting the event. Phil ■ Certified Public Accountant with 'tV New Jersey State Department of Health while Carol operates the Little Frie Preschool. We certainly do appreciated/ warm reception you provided for us pecially considering your extra-bust’ schedules. y While we're on the topic, let us also ask those alumni who are interested and will ing to host a "Get Acquainted With Wilkes" evening during 1983-84 should contact the Alumni Office in the near future. We are now setting our Fall schedule of these events, and we can in elude you in our planning. These events give us the opportunity to take our story to prospective students who might not be bje to visit the campus. We do this in a social setting, and many times, the Col­ lege is able to attract highly-talented stu­ dents as a direct result of this alumni in­ volvement. Again, we handle all the nec­ essary clerical functions such as prepar­ ing the invitations, mailings, local publici­ ty, and so forth. We ask you to provide the location for the social, as Phil and Carol so generously did in Mercerville. SPRING REGIONAL EVENTS ... A series of social events, dinners, and cock­ tail parties are now being planned by the Alumni Office and Regional Vice-Presi­ dents. Present plans call for events in Bal­ timore-Washington, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston, Pittsburgh, and Con­ necticut areas . . . Watch for announce­ ments in the mail. If your area is not listed and you would like to help coordin­ ate an alumni event, contact the Alumni Office with news of your interest and we will provide clerical support and sugges­ tions. When you do receive a notice about an event in your area, plan to attend. In addition to having a great time, you will also be showing support for your Alma Mater. WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION p Shown from left — Rita Ann DeNisco. Mary Fonzo, Dick Raspen and Catherine & Gene Manganello. ALUMNI DINNER-THEATER A SUCCESS . . . Nearly 200 local Wilkes Alumni and their guests attended a spe­ cial dinner-theater program on campus on February 25 and 26. Because of the in­ itial response, the buffet dinner, original­ ly scheduled for the Alumni House, was moved to the College Dining Hall so that more people could be comfortably ac­ commodated. As reservations continued to come in for a sold-out Saturday pro­ gram, Dottie Carroll of the Theater staff arranged for another block of seats for the Friday performance of "Merrily We Roll Along," Stephen Sondheim's musi­ cal. Following the performance by Wilkes students, the alumni groups reas­ sembled at the Alumni House for a social hour. While this had been a once-a-year event, because of the interest shown by Wyoming Valley Alumni, the program will now be offered in both the Fall and the Spring. Further information about next year's offerings will be mailed as soon as the Theater Department firms up its 1983-84 schedule. ALUMNI HOUSE GIFTS . . . JOE DETTMORE '76, Fine Arts graduate and a member of the Football Colonels in the early 70's donated one of his paint­ ings of that football team to the Alumni House. |oe was an artist for WNEP-VX the local ABC Television affiliate who re cently relocated to New York City. Be­ fore leaving though Joe was kind enough to bring in this beautiful picture which now hangs in the Alumni House. Thanks joe and best wishes for continued suc­ cess. From left — Art Hoover, Dick Raspen, Paul Adams and Barbara King. CAMPAIGN '83 — PROVIDING MINDPOWER THROUGH FIVE DECADES . . . AND BEYOND The Alumni phase of the annual campaign for scholarship funds is progressing well and will have concluded by the time you read this. Like last year, we are attempt­ ing to contact each graduate by telephone during the campaign period seeking support for our scholarship needs. If you were not called, it is probably because we do not have a home telephone number where you can be reached during the evenings. We began our Phonothon efforts last November with Faculty and iht Z?embeo mann’ng the telePhones at the Alunm House. The reactions were posKwe as "old timers" like Joe Banner and George Ralston had the opportunity to talk with many alumni for the first ime in years. Alurnni responded with generous contributions toward the an nua fund, 7,hich thjs year ,s dhe anzJel/ toward funding WilM i, rf\ • of mail appeals to alumni seeking their support, with the last letter scheduled to be in the mails in late April. Special thanks to Dr. ROBERT L. MAYOCK '35, Chairman of the Alumni Appeal for 1983, and to MIKE DZIAK '67, JIM FERRIS '56, JERRY MOFFATT ’63 and JACK MILLER '68 for their guidance and help in various phases of the campaign. The Community Phase of the campaign reported a suc­ cessful attainment of its goal at its April 7 meeting — let us, as Alumni, show the Community the spirit of our commitment to Wilkes College by responding before May 31 when the current Campaign ends. To the Alumni who manned tele­ phones, to those who worked as ambas­ sadors in the community phase, and to those who contributed — thank you! Part of the Wilkes tradition is the willing ac­ ceptance of responsibility, just like family members also share responsibilities, and we appreciate your continued help and interest. CONNECTION 24hOUR information °N WILKES COLLEGE EVENTS 717 826-1135 �CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED At the Annual Meeting of the Associa­ tion on October 8, 1982, the President and the Executive Committee received the report of the Constitution Commit­ tee chaired by Regional Vice President Arthur J. Hoover. The report contained a number of revisions to the current Con­ stitution of the Association, along with the recommendation of the Constitution Committee that the proposed amend­ ments be offered to the Association for adoption. President Ferris and the Executive Committee approved the proposed amendments at its March 12, 1983, meet­ ing, and instructed the Alumni Office to submit the amendments to the Associ­ ation in the next issue of the Wilkes Col­ lege Quarterly and include a return card for the membership to vote on the amendments. In reviewing the sugges­ tions offered by the Executive Commit­ tee, the Constitution Committee chose not to study ARTICLE VIII - RE­ GIONS AND REGIONAL VICE PRES­ IDENTS because of the need for addi­ tional review and input concerning the current distribution of members of the Alumni Association. Please read through the proposed amendments carefully. In accordance with the current Constitution, voting on these amendments will take place at the Annual Meeting of the Association on Fri­ day, September 30, 1983, during Homecoming Weekend. If you know now that you will be unable to attend the Meeting, you should complete and return the at­ tached ballot prior to September 30; mail ballots not received by the time of the Meeting will be cast by the Executive Committee acting in proxy. ARTICLE II purposes (g) To secure and maintain an Alumni House (and other buildings), as may be deemed appropriate and consistent with the attainment of these purposes for the accommodation and convenience of outof-town Alumni visiting the College, and to serve as a gathering place fostering good will and cheer for all Wilkes College Alumni; and Recommended Change: (g) To maintain the Annette Evans Alumni and Faculty House, as deemed appropriate and consistent with the at­ tainment of these purposes, to serve as a gathering place fostering goodwill and cheer for all Wilkes College Alumni, Family, and friends, and to work toward the accommodation and convenience of out-of-town alumni visiting the College; and 6 ALUMNUS Recommended Change: Section 1. The Officers of this Asso ■ tion shall be a President, First Vice-pr/*’ dent, Second Vice-President, Region1] Vice-Presidents and Secretary. Said Of ficers shall be elected pursuant to Sect; 3 and Section 4 of this Article for a te °° of two (2) years commencing January the following year. No officer shall serv in the same office for more than two (21 consecutive terms. ' ‘ Section 4. Election of the President E ecutive Vice-President, Secretary 'a *> Treasurer of the Association shall tak place bi-annually by a plurality vote of the entire membership of the Associa tion. The election shall be conducted b mailed written ballots as may be deemed appropriate by, and under the supervi­ sion of, the Director of Alumni Relations Recommended Change: Section 4. Election of the President First Vice-President, Second Vice-Presi­ dent and Secretary of the Association shall take place bi-annually by a plurality vote of the entire membership of the As­ sociation. The election shall be conducted by mailed written ballots as may be deemed appropriate by, and under the supervision of, the Director of Alumni Relations. ARTICLE VII executive committee ARTICLE III membership (b) All persons who have completed at least thirty (30) semester hours at Wilkes College and have terminated academic relations with the College; and Recommended Change: (b) All persons, upon their request, who have completed at least thirty (30) semes­ ter hours at Wilkes College and have ter­ minated academic relations with the Col­ lege; and ARTICLE VI officers, term ofoffice, vacancies, and elections Section 1. The Officers of this Associabon shall be a President, Executive Vice- Section 2. The Executive Committee shall be composed of the Officers of the Association designated in Article VI and the Director of Alumni Relations. Recommended Change: Section 2. The Executive Committee shall be composed of the Officers of the Association designated in Article VI, the Immediate Past President of the Associa­ tion, and the Director of Alumni Rela­ tions. ARTICLE IX authority and duties of officers of the executive committee Section 1. President — The President is the presiding officer of all meetings of the Executive Committee and the Associ­ ation. The President is an ex-officio mem­ ber of all committees with the right to vote. The President shall have the author­ ity to call a special meeting of the Execu­ tive Committee or the Alumni Associa­ tion. The President shall have the author­ ity that is implied by the title of his officeSection 2. Executive Vice-President The Executive Vice-President in the a sence of the President is vested with a the powers and charged with all of tie duties of the President. , Section 3. Treasurer — It shall be i duty of the Treasurer to keep any *u” of the Association in his official custo y. to deposit them in a bank or Trust 0 pany designated by the Executive 0 mittee; to make disbursements as au t to ized by the Executive Committee- • tain all financial records and to subnial cUrrent financial report at the anir" 1 meeting of the Association contain"“g appropriate information of donations “section11 4S Secretary - The Secretary I all be responsible for the recording of the proceedings of the Alumni Associa' and of the Executive Committee and 'hall conduct all correspondence and S cord the names and addresses of the members of the Executive Committee. The Secretary shall prepare such reports and statements as may from time to time be deemed necessary for the information of the Executive Committee. Section 5. The Regional Vice-Presidents _ The Regional Vice-Presidents shall be responsible for meeting from time to time with the Alumni Chapters and members within their respective geographical re­ gions and attempt to carry out the pur­ poses set forth in Article II of this Con­ stitution, and to report to the Executive Committee all matters of importance and interest to the Association. Recommended Change: ARTICLE IX authority and duties of officers Section 1. President — The President is the presiding officer of all meetings of the Executive Committee and the Associa­ tion. The President is an ex-officio mem­ ber of all committees with the right to vote. The President shall have the author­ ity to call a special meeting of the Execu­ tive Committee or the Alumni Associ­ ation. The President is a member of the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College dur­ ing his term of office. The President shall have the authority that is implied by the title of his office. Section 2. First Vice-President — The First Vice-President in the absence of the President is vested with all the powers and charged with all of the duties of the President. Section 3. Second Vice-President — The Second Vice-President in the absence of the President and the First Vice-President is vested with all the powers and charged with all of the duties of the President. , ,.ct?on 4- Secretary — The Secretary 3 3 be responsible for the recording of he proceedings of the Alumni Associa3°n and of the Executive Committee and snail conduct all correspondence and re°r the names and addresses of the TheCrS Executive Committee, and ecretarY shall prepare such reports bp HStatements as may from time to time nf m eeJne<^ necessary for the information °t the Executive Committee. - T|Ctl°D 5-The ReSional Vice-Presidents rp<;n16 ,,e8*0na^ Vice-Presidents shall be With°nS1 i f°r meet’ng from time to time withi .mni Chapters and members fiionc jClr resPect>ve geographical rep0SP/"draltemPl lo carry out the purstiiuii Se °rt'1 in Article II of this Con°n, and to report to the Executive interest tolheA^soc'iaHon™'’0''13""6 and ARTICLE x standing committees each consisting of three (3?or m gSEgS The President shall designate the chair' man and members of each standing com" r L 10 may Or maY not be members of the Executive Committee. These stand­ ing committees shall be appointed in Jan- y^sand S laU SerVe f°r a term of tw° I2) (a) iviemoersnip Membership Committee Committee — It shall be the function of this committee to promote greater interest in the Alumni Asso­ ciation, to coordinate Alumni and under­ graduate activities, to plan and promote social programs for the annual Alumni meeting, and to plan and promote other events of the Association. (b) Fund Raising Committee - It shall be the purpose of this committee to pro­ mote, stimulate and encourage donations to the College from the Association mem­ bership, to devise, promote, and coordin­ ate fund raising programs and activities, and to submit a current report of dona­ tions to the College at the annual meeting of the Association. (c) Constitution Committee — It shall be the function of this committee to re­ view, consider and draft proposed amendments and revisions to the Consti­ tution. (d) Nominating Committee — It shall be the function of this committee to pro­ pose names of candidates for elected of­ fices of the Alumni Association and to disseminate biographical information about each candidate to all members of the Association prior to election. (e) Alumni House Committee — It shall be the function of this committee to ad­ minister and maintain the Alumni House of the Association. Section 2. The Executive Committee may establish additional interim or stand­ ing committees as may be deemed appro-' priate. Recommended Change: (b) Fund Raising Committee — It shall be the purpose of this Committee to assist the Offices of Alumni and Development in promoting, stimulating, and encourag­ ing support for the College from the Asso­ ciation membership. (d) Nominations Committee - It shall be the functions of this Committee to (A) propose names of candidates for elected offices of the Alumni Association and to disseminate biographical information about each candidate to all members o the Association prior to election; and (B) seek nominations for established alumni awards and to make appropriate recom­ mendations to the Executive Committee. (e} Alumni House Committee - It shall . the function of this Committee to ad­ vise and assist the Director of Alumni Reations in the administration and use of the Alumni House. ARTICLE XI representation on board of trustees Section 1. The President of the Associa­ tion shall be recommended for full voting membership on the Board of Trustees of the College. Section 2. The President or his designee shall attend all regularly scheduled meet­ ings of the Board of Trustees of the Col­ lege and shall make appropriate reports concerning these meetings to the Execu­ tive Committee. Recommended Change: Eliminate Article XI in its entirety. The By-laws of the Wilkes College Charter now provide for the Association President to serve as a full voting mem­ ber of the Board of Trustees. When the present Association Constitution was re­ vised in the early 1970's, this was a firm recommendation which subsequently be­ came a reality. NEW ARTICLE IX: CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS ARTICLE XII constitutional amendments Section 1. This Constitution may be amended at the Annual Meeting of the Association by a two-thirds (%) vote of the members voting. Proposed amend­ ments shall be submitted by the Constitu­ tion Committee to the President of the Association and published for the mem­ bership by the Director of Alumni Rela­ tions at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Meeting. Recommended Change: Section 1. This Constitution may be amended by the following procedure: (a) The Constitution Committee will recommend proposed amendments to the Director of Alumni Relations not later than ninety (90) days prior to the Annual Meeting of the Association. (b) The Director of Alumni Relations, with the consent of the Executive Com­ mittee, will mail the recommendations to the entire membership not later than six­ ty (60) days prior to the Annual Meeting of the Association together with appropri­ ate ballots and instructions. (c) The instructions will carry the rec­ ommendation of the Executive Commit­ tee for adoption, indicating that, should a ballot not be returned by at least fifteen (15) days prior to the Annual Meeting of the Association, a proxy vote for the adoption will be cast by the Constitution Committee. (d) Results of the voting will be re­ ported at the Annual Meeting of the Asso­ ciation. ALUMNUS 7 �News of Florida Alumni by Betsy Bell Condron Did you know Wilkes has about 200 alumni liv­ ing in Florida? Betsy Bell Condron, of the Develop­ ment Office staff, was our ambassador there in Feb­ ruary and this is her report about some of those she visited in the Sunshine State. Dr. RAYMOND PIRINO '61 runs a very busy dentist's office in Orlando. (A lady in his waiting room told me he is the best dentist she's ever heard of!) Ray was from Kingston and his wife from Han­ over Township when they attended Wilkes, but after a stint at an Air Force base in Florida, Ray decided to locate in the sunny south. Two sons and a daughter later, the choice seems to have been a good one for the Pirinos. Ray has warm memories of Wilkes, with special respect and affection for Chuck Reif. His parting words were to urge Dr. Reif to visit EPCOT and Ray'd take him bass fish­ ing. An advocate of the importance of a Liberal Arts base in one's college studies, RICHARD EVANS '75 earned his CPA right after graduation. (He’d gained valuable internship experience working in a local firm during college.) Rich has done well in business oriented jobs leading to his present role as Controller for Bari of Florida, but says he learned to appreciate music and became a voracious reader at Wilkes, thus bettering the overall quality of his life. He cited many professors including Capin, Tern', and Tyburski as positive influences for him. A high school graduation present from his grand­ parents, a “trip to Florida,” was thrilling for this Nanticoke boy who had never left the Valley . . . and created the wish to live in the Tampa region. Both Rich and Glen Lyon's PAM SCHINSKI EVANS '77 thrive in Orlando. Pam got her MBA from Wilkes and puts her data processing back­ ground to good use as Manager of an electronic data placement center and counselor to others who seek jobs in this field. Pam's sister Gail is a current student at Wilkes. Another Tampa Bay-Orlando area graduate, ROBERT ADAMS 74 (and MBA 76) lauds Wilke: for the depth and breadth of his learning. He reeled off many teachers who had helped him along ’he way (Werner, Engel. DeYoung, Capin, William' etc.) and found his education to be super­ ior to his colleagues. My teachers and counselors 8 ALUMNUS like George Ralston were always available - what an asset!'' Charlotte Lord's and Chuck Reif's classes were experiences he raved about. Originally from Texas. Bob landed at Wilkes because his wife had family in northeastern PA. Bob is President of the highly successful Bin and Shelving Company in Orlando which has just moved into larger quarters. The Adams have two daughters and live in a new home in Winter Park. A former Wilkes Education professor, Director of Alumni Affairs, and '62 graduate, Dr. RICHARD T. REES is enjoying the challenge of heading up the fast-growing Lakeland Regional Medical Center's hospital education department. Rick has a large staff under him and was most enthusiastic about the programs they implement. Florida seems to agree with Rick, Linda, and their two children who are involved in a variety of great activities. I also had the pleasure of visiting with one of Wilkes' esteemed Faculty Emeriti, Dr. RUTH JES­ SEE, former head of the Nursing Department. Dr. Farley brought us the best when he talked Ruth Jes­ see into leaving Philadelphia and coming to Wilkes to set up our brand new degree program, which soon became a star in the college crown. Dr. Jessee lives in a lovely apartment overlooking a spectacu­ lar view of Clearwater and the Gulf of Mexico, In spite of some past illness and failing eyesight, she is spirited as ever and looked just as pretty as I'd re­ membered her when she left Wilkes-Barre about 10 years ago. The Eugene Hammers, Doris Barker, and John Chwaleks are among those who keep in touch with her. Talk about entrepreneurs . . . Wilkes certainly has one in its ROGER ROLFE '66. Although his investment business at Dean Witter Reynolds' stun­ ning building in Clearwater keeps him plenty busy, Roger has a number of other interests. Among them is ''the hottest new restaurant to hit Clearwater in over 2a years.'' according Io the Cuisine Column in a monthly magazine I brought home Io show toger s friends here. It is Brassy's on Island Estates where Roger s "financial know-how" and his laienls a; a "connoisseur of fine wine and food" are Wilkes ...... 5 a> a BloIW major and then after a few years doing Market Research in New York, he r turned here to graduate in Business. Dr. Micheli and Bob Capin were especially helpful as coun­ selor-teachers. Roger had a variety of positive job moves in the north; then he and his wife, Sheila travelled through Europe for a while (with no home address); and went to Florida in 1972 . . . from which point was launched his successful stock brokership. Other Wilkes graduates who moved around a bit before locating in the Miami-Pembroke Pines area are SHIRLEY BARODY MYERS '58 and THOMAS MYERS '58. Tom's journalist jobs in Williamsport, Miami and Cocoa Beach preceded his current role as Senior Writer for Eastern Air­ lines. The Myers have three children and love Flor­ ida living, although they return to Wyoming Valley families and Wilkes Homecomings frequently. Shirley is a Media Specialist in Piper High School, a modern, exciting institution she showed me through. (She'd even talked to the guidance counselors about Wilkes and I met them, too.) Shir­ ley would be happy to arrange an alumni club gathering in southeastern Florida, so give her a call if you'd like to help out. Each of the graduates I visited is genuinely inter­ ested in forming a Wilkes alumni group in the Sun­ shine State. They suggested ways to help the Col­ lege and provide a pleasant, social outlet at the same time. The members might meet annually in someone's home; provide resource information for the increasing number of Wilkes graduates moving to the area as strangers; help the Admissions Office by attending high school College Nights and con­ tacting area students interested in Wilkes (I talked to a half dozen of these 12th graders); and, in gen­ eral, strengthen our ever-growing alumni base across the country. Wilkes has much to be proud of in the enthusias­ tic, intelligent, articulate and personable alumni I talked to in Florida . . . just as they are proud, and vocal, about their beloved alma mater. PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE AT WORK LOOKING FOR CAPIN'S SUCCESSOR Jim Ferris, president of the Na­ tional Alumni Association, wants to let all alumni know that he is hard at work with the Presidential Search Committee, seeking candi­ dates for the vacancy which will oc­ cur when Bob Capin leaves office in June, 1984. Patricia Davies, chairperson of the search committee, and Jim would be happy to receive nomina­ tions from any member of the alum­ ni who may know of a qualified candidate. Address all communications to: Ms. Patricia Davies c/o Presidential Search Committee Weckesser Hall, Wilkes College 170 S. Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 HENRI-GABRIEL IBELS The l CMA 58.13. 1892, Charcoal on paper, Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna. Jr., Seurat. Judy decider, ook for that proof. „,"l contacted the Cu or at the Cleveland Museumi ana r was pleasantly surprised1 ai the ..,c cordiality extended. Louise Richards invited me to come to . museum for further pV®Sti9.ati0n' Once there, they so that ttle Work from the frame idemn ,We could look f°r none l^9 r?arks- There were the deeiQ38 deflated’ but made in the h J- t0 take each fi9ure figure ?n mh09 and look for that ieWeSWorksby lbels- find thev comParatively easy to (the’clown the d" Au Cirque’ 'he horse).’’n9master, and d°wn^ibrarv^"9! f'9ures led her several month'3 !S for the next ^nished whihSLbUt’ at last she’d She founds hhe’d set out t0 do,Balierina1n ach one • • ■ the I'fhGgranhc a Sljite of five °Ur rriofe !n PUblished in 1895; a small book, "Les Demi-Cabots,” published in 1896; these included the tightrope walker, dog, hoop, and juggler. The only elusive figure is that of the monkey. “Undoubtedly,” she said, “this had something to do with the attribution to Seurat.” We previously mentioned that Judy is now involved in cataloging the Roesen works. Little is known about the artist’s life. He came to the United States from Germany, lived for about ten years in New York, then went to Philadelphia and Huntington, Pa. Only about 25 of his works are signed and dated, out of a probable 200 paintings said to be Roesen’s. I think that we at Wilkes and those who met Judy in Cleveland have little doubt that the other 175 paintings, if they exist, will be a part of the Roesen catalog scheduled to be published in the fall of next year. HENR1GABR1EL SIMMER 18S3 9 �News of Florida Alumni by Betsy Bell Condron Did you know Wilkes has about 200 alumni liv­ ing in Florida? Betsy Bell Condron, of the Develop­ ment Office staff, was our ambassador there in Feb­ ruary and this is her report about some of those she visited in the Sunshine State. Dr. RAYMOND PIRINO '61 runs a very busy dentist's office in Orlando. (A lady in his waiting room told me he is the best dentist she's ever heard of!) Ray was from Kingston and his wife from Han­ over Township when they attended Wilkes, but after a stint at an Air Force base in Florida, Ray decided to locate in the sunny south. Two sons and a daughter later, the choice seems to have been a good one for the Pirinos. Ray has warm memories of Wilkes, with special respect and affection for Chuck Reif. His parting words were to urge Dr. Reif to visit EPCOT and Ray'd take him bass fish­ ingAn advocate of the importance of a Liberal Arts base in one's college studies, RICHARD EVANS 75 earned his CPA right after graduation. (He'd gained valuable internship experience working in a local firm during college.) Rich has done well in business oriented jobs leading to his present role as Controller for Bari of Florida, but says he learned to appreciate music and became a voracious reader at Wilkes, thus bettering the overall quality of his life. He cited many professors including Capin, Teny, and Tyburski as positive influences for him. A high school graduation present from his grand­ parents, a "trip to Florida," was thrilling for this Nanticoke boy who had never left the Valley . . . and created the wish to live in the Tampa region. Both Rich and Glen Lyon's PAM SCHINSKI EVANS 77 thrive in Orlando. Pam got her MBA from Wilkes and puts her data processing back­ ground to good use as Manager of an electronic data placement center and counselor to others who seek jobs in this field. Pam's sister Gail is a current student at Wilkes. Another Tampa Bay-Orlando area graduate, r~—— ADAMS ------ '74 (and ---ROBERT MBA ’76) lauds Wilkes for the depth and breadth of his learning learning. IH ‘ led off manv teachers who had helped him along the way (Werner, Engel, DeYoung, Capin, «•■- • --Williams, etc.) and found his education to be super­ ior to his colleagues. "My teachers and counselors 8 ALUMNUS like George Ralston were always available - what an asset!" Charlotte Lord's and Chuck Reif's classes were experiences he raved about. Originally from Texas, Bob landed at Wilkes because his wife had family in northeastern PA. Bob is President of the highly successful Bin and Shelving Company in Orlando which has just moved into larger quarters. The Adams have two daughters and live in a new home in Winter Park. A former Wilkes Education professor, Director of Alumni Affairs, and '62 graduate, Dr. RICHARD T. REES is enjoying the challenge of heading up the fast-growing Lakeland Regional Medical Center's hospital education department. Rick has a large staff under him and was most enthusiastic about the programs they implement. Florida seems to agree with Rick, Linda, and their two children who are involved in a variety of great activities. I also had the pleasure of visiting with one of Wilkes' esteemed Faculty Emeriti, Dr. RUTH JES­ SEE, former head of the Nursing Department. Dr. Farley brought us the best when he talked Ruth Jes­ see into leaving Philadelphia and coming to Wilkes Io set up our brand new degree program, which soon became a star in the college crown. Dr. Jessee lives in a lovely apartment overlooking a spectacu­ lar view of Clearwater and the Gulf of Mexico. In spile of some past illness and failing eyesight, she is spirited as ever and looked just as pretty as I'd re­ membered her when she left Wilkes-Barre about 10 years ago. The Eugene Hammers, Doris Barker, and John Chwaleks are among those who keep in touch with her. Talk about entrepreneurs . . . Wilkes certainly has one in its ROGER ROLFE '66. Although his investment business at Dean Witter Reynolds' stun­ ning building in Clearwater keeps him plenty busy, Roger has a number of other interests. Among them is "the hottest new restaurant to hit Clearwater in over 25 years," according to the Cuisine Column in a monthly magazine I, massy broughts onhome show IslandtoEst Roger sjricnds here. It is Brassy's on Island Estates where Roger's "financial know-how" and his ents as a "connoisseur —ncia! of know-how' fine wine andand food" his tal­ ents as aa ’popular connoisseur of fine and food" are­ creating gourmet spotwine for Tampa Bay res rrpatinn n —----- ’ idents. Rn«»Wilkes ' Cleveland, came to 2 ,;,en after a few years doing Market Research in New York, he turned here to graduate in Business. Dr. Michelini and Bob Capin were especially helpful as coun selor-teachers. Roger had a variety of positive job moves in the north; then he and his wife, Sheila travelled through Europe for a while (with no home address); and went to Florida in 1972 . . . from which point was launched his successful slock brokership. Other Wilkes graduates who moved around a bit before locating in the Miami-Pembroke Pines area are SHIRLEY BARODY MYERS '58 and THOMAS MYERS '58. Tom's journalist jobs in Williamsport, Miami and Cocoa Beach preceded his current role as Senior Writer for Eastern Air­ lines. The Myers have three children and love Flor­ ida living, although they return to Wyoming Valley families and Wilkes Homecomings frequently. Shirley is a Media Specialist in Piper High School, a modern, exciting institution she showed me through. (She'd even talked to the guidance counselors about Wilkes and I met them, too.) Shir­ ley would be happy to arrange an alumni club gathering in southeastern Florida, so give her a call if you’d like to help out. Each of the graduates I visited is genuinely inter­ ested in forming a Wilkes alumni group in the Sun­ shine State. They suggested ways to help the Col­ lege and provide a pleasant, social outlet at the same time. The members might meet annually in someone's home; provide resource information for the increasing number of Wilkes graduates moving to the area as strangers; help the Admissions Office by attending high school College Nights and con­ tacting area students interested in Wilkes (I talked to a half dozen of these 12th graders]; and, in gen­ eral, strengthen our ever-growing alumni base across the country. Wilkes has much to be proud of in the enthusias­ tic, intelligent, articulate and personable alumni I talked to in Florida . . . just as they are proud, and vocal, about their beloved alma mater. PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE AT WORK LOOKING FOR CAPIN'S SUCCESSOR Jim Ferris, president of the Na­ tional Alumni Association, wants to let all alumni know that he is hard at work with the Presidential Search Committee, seeking candi­ dates for the vacancy which will oc­ cur when Bob Capin leaves office in June, 1984. Patricia Davies, chairperson of the search committee, and Jim would be happy to receive nomina­ tions from any member of the alum­ ni who may know of a qualified candidate. Address all communications to: Ms. Patricia Davies c/o Presidential Search Committee Weckesser Hall, Wilkes College 170 S. Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 'W 4^ CMAR^GnBMEL IBELS’ ThC C'rC“S‘ Ca 1892- Charc°al on V-lUrt 30. 1 j. Seurat. Judy decided to look for that proof. "I contacted the Curator at the Cleveland Museum and was pleasantly surprised at the cordiality extended. Louise Richards invited me to come to the museum for further investigation. Once there, they removed the work from the frame so that we could look for identifying marks. There were none. I was deflated, but made the decision to take each figure in the drawing and look for that hgure in other works by Ibels. Three were comparatively easy to hnd, they were all in ‘Au Cirque’ (the clown, the ringmaster, and ’he horse).” The remaining figures led her own library aisles for the next finVeLal months> but, at last she’d fished what she’d set out to do. r found each one . . . the lita''er|na in a suite of five fn?,?9raphs’ Published in 1895; m°re in a small book, “Les paper, Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., Demi-Cabots,” published in 1896; these included the tightrope walker, dog, hoop, and juggler. The only elusive figure is that of the monkey. “Undoubtedly," she said, “this had something to do with the attribution to Seurat.” We previously mentioned that Judy is now involved in cataloging the Roesen works. Little is known about the artist’s life. He came to the United States from Germany, lived for about ten years in New York, then went to Philadelphia and Huntington, Pa. Only about 25 of his works are signed and dated, out of a probable 200 paintings said to be Roesen’s. I think that we at Wilkes and those who met Judy in Cleveland have little doubt that the other 175 paintings, if they exist, will be a part of the Roesen catalog scheduled to be published in the fall of next year. HENR1GABRIEI. IBELS. tn Orqw. 1892. Color Lithograph SUMMER 19S3 9 �Wilkes provides link for students seeking careers in Allied Health Professions by Philip Wingert by Randy Xenakis “Our new affiliation with Temple University’s College of Allied Health Professions is not only a natural for Wilkes, but will also prove to be a tremendous service to Wyoming Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania,” said Wilkes College President Robert S. Capin following the announcement recently of the affiliated health science agreement with Temple University. The new Wilkes-Temple program will give students interested in physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical technology and health records administration, the unique opportunity to spend two years at Wilkes followed by two years at Temple where they would ultimately receive their bachelor of science degree in their chosen specialty. Dr. Ralph Rozelle, dean of health sciences at Wilkes, says the new program, much like the WilkesHahnemann Medical College affiliated program offering established in 1973, will provide special opportunities for our students and for our region. “This affiliation with Temple will enable students to have excellent training in the areas of physical and occupational therapy while enjoying the best of both worlds,” says Rozelle. “Students can take their first two years here at Wilkes taking advantage of the benefits of a small, private college before taking their final two years at Temple which will provide quality training through its major medical center.” With more jobs than applicants, careers in physical and occupational therapy are becoming very attractive to college-bound students. According to Rozelle, the allied health profession provides both financial and personal rewards to those entering the field. “Records indicate that graduates in these fields are earning beginning salaries which start in the low 20’s," Rozelle says. "Personal rewards are found daily through working with handicapped patients and those who require rehabilitation services." 10 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY Students accepted into Optometry include (seated, L to H.) Mary Ellen Judge. Swoyersville; Hildy Strongwater, Allentown; John Stacnacz, Dickson City; Michael Benyo, Horseheads, N.Y.; Steven Reto, Pen Argyl; George Ogren III. Mifflinburg. (Standing, L. to R.) Dr. Joseph Bellucci. professor of education; Kenneth Savitski, Throop; Mark Radziewicz. West Hazleton; Martin Storbeck, West Milford, N.J.; Howard Hartzell III, Mifflinburg; and Dr. Ralph Rozelle, dean of health sciences. Also accepted was Steven Demko of Drums. l I I / 1 In addition to good starting salaries and excellent job placement, careers in allied health provide for good working conditions as well as job security. Graduates usually practice their profession in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, clinics, and, in some cases following several years of experience, private practice. Like the Wilkes-Hahnemann Program, Wilkes has linked itself with Temple's Allied Health Program to provide health care professionals to Northeastern Pennsylvania — an area which traditionally suffers from a low supply of physical and occupational therapists. Dr. Mary Lee Seibert, dean of the Temple University College of Allied Health Professions, is pleased with the new program. “We are looking forward to working with Wilkes College in this affiliated program which will give us the opportunity to provide for Wyoming Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania quality Those students accepted into Podiatric Medicine are: (seated, L. to R.) John Raineiri. River Edge, N.J.; Raef Fanmy, Dallas; and Josepn Biancarelli, Jessup. (Standing, L. to. R.) Dr. Josepn Bellucci, professor of education; Scott McGrath, Scranton; Patrick Dwyer. New Milford, N.J,; and Dr. Ralph Rozelle. Mark Murnin of Vandling also has been accepted. health care professionals. It will also enable us,” she continued, “to increase the quality of our applicant pool while using the resources of Wilkes to help strengthen our overall Allied Health Science Program. Our ultimate goal in this venture is to attract more qualified health science students who can, in turn, be placed within your community to strengthen and maintain the health services in Northeastern Pennsylvania." In addition to the affiliated Allied Health Program, Wilkes and'Temple have combined to offer local students affiliated programs in pharmacy and dentistry. In other health science-related fields, seventeen students recently have been accepted into affiliated professional schools. Six were accepted into Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and eleven into the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. o BELLAIRS ANNOUNCED AS NEW MEN'S VARSITY COACH Bart Bellairs was named the new fulltime head basketball coach at Wilkes in early March at a press conference held in Weckesser Hall. Bellairs takes over for Jim Atherton who served two years as a part-time head basketball coach. Bellairs was an assistant with the Colonels the past two seasons, and has over five years' experience as a college coach on all three divisions of the NCAA. A Richmond, Kentucky, native, Bellairs previously held the junior varsity head coaching position at Lycoming College and also served as an assistant with the Western Illinois University basketball program. As for my philosophy, I believe strongly in emphasizing character buildmg. I hope to get our players involved in a couple of community projects and implement high moral values in practice and games," said the owT’0W Bellairs. "One of my biggest anrTi ves’s have a complete program and to make myself available to our students." danokTrS' h‘.s wife Laurie and young his h r.r ,res'^e *n Parsons. He received Wilson^ nr'S degree fr°m Warren Cam?" Colle§e jn Asheville, North educai'3’ his master's degree in Ion from Western Illinois. P°PPLE W’NS EIWA TITLE captured 8°Urege senior Mark p°PPle Mestlin aS *lrs? Eastern Intercollegiate 'ndividn?i ssoc'ation title and the first since u17oCr?Wn i°r a Colonel wrestler Dan Hm W len Mark Densberger and H°USe took those honors. The host Lehigh University Engineers won the overall team title while wX hlh d Nrth “ the 79th “nual ev nt behind Navy and Syracuse. Popple, who decisioned the no 1 seed Frank Shaffer of Navy, 14-8, to become only the fourth Wilkes wrestler ever to capture a first place in an EIWA Tournament, was joined by two teammates at the NCAA Championships in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. F Freshman Marc Sodano pinned Princeton's Dave Crisconti at 118 pounds in the consolation finals to earn his trip to the nationals. Kris Rowlette, a 126-pound senior, earned a 2-2, OT 1-0 decision over Cornell's Mark Harbold to gain his second trip to the nationals in as many years. Mark Correll finished fourth at 177 pounds and Lenny Nelson finished sixth at 142 pounds. In the national tournament, Sodano and Rowlette lost in first-round action. The number five seed, Popple, won his first two matches but lost to the number four seed, Jim Heffernan of Iowa, 7-6, in the quarterfinal round. Popple's hopes of achieving All-American status were lost when he dropped a 5-1 decision to Wes Gasner of Wyoming in the consolations. Popple, considered one of Wilkes' greatest wrestlers, finished his career with a 70-15-2 collegiate record. Other graduating seniors include Lenny Nelson (66-20-6), Kris Rowlette (47-29-1), Pete Creamer (63-26-0) and Mark Troutman (41-34-1). LATINI WINNER IN INTERNATIONAL PLAY In early March, Beth Latini, a Wilkes freshman, participated on the United States racquetball team at the North American Zone Competition in Stockton, California. Latini and her partner Tammy Hajjar, a sophomore at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, defeated the women's doubles teams from both Costa Rica and Mexico to win the championship at the International Amateur Racquetball Federation's 1983 American Region Games. The zone competition was the first ot its kind between teams from the United States, Mexico and Costa Rica. A native of Wayne, the biolog)- major is a member of the Wilkes women's volleyball and softball teams. WILKES' HURST NAMED MAC ALL-STAR Wilkes College women's basketball standout Charlene Hurst has been selected as a first-team All-Middle Atlantic Conference player for the second consecutive year. Hurst, ranked 12th nationally in scoring last year as a freshman, scored 354 points during this year's 10-9 season, averaging 18.6 points per game. She led the team in field goal percentage (.530), was second in free-throw percentage, second in assists, third in rebounding and third in scoring. Against MAC opponents this year her .555 shooting accuracy from the field was the sixth best in the Conference. The 5’8" guard has started every game for the Lady Colonels over the past two seasons, and has scored 723 points to rank sixth on the All-time Wilkes Women Scorers' list. At this year's Wilkes Letterwomen's Holiday Tournament, Hurst was selected the most valuable player for the second year in a row. "Charlene has had two outstanding seasons for us. She is one of the most well-rounded players in Division III," explained head coach Nancy Roberts. Hurst, a sophomore elementary education major, is active in the letterwomen's club, serves as a student assistant in the sports information department and is a second-year member of the softball team. The daughter of Charles and Ann Marie Hurst of Wilkes-Barre, Charlene is a graduate of Bishop Hoban High o School. SUMMER 19S3 11 �L. EDWARD HOPPER Farmhouse at Essex. Mass.. 1929 Courtesy of Kennedy Galleries. Inc. NY. NY. 12 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY SUMMER 19S3 13 �New Remodeled Solid State Laboratory at Wilkes College The Department of Engineering at Wilkes College announces the opening of the newly remodeled solid state device fabrication laboratory. The new facility, which is used both for teaching and faculty research, is housed in a custom-designed ultra­ clean environment in order to meet the design tolerances and specification necessary for the fabrication of modern semiconductor devices. The heart of the laboratory is a complete semiconductor processing area with facilities for wet chemistry, oxidation, photolithography, diffusion and ion implantation, the key elements necessary for the manufacture of microelectronic chips. In addition, the laboratory supports a fully equipped test area which enables characterization of the Your Bequests Your Legacies on other facilities available in our department. This will provide both academic and research excellence the necessary to attract high technology industry to our local economy." Wilkes College is only one of a few undergraduate institutions in the United States to support a facility of this type. Adjunct Professor Vince Osadchy and Assistant Professor Gary Dolny, faculty in charge of the Solid State Laboratory, feel that the new additions will greatly enhance their already existing capabilities. They note that graduates of this program will have the necessary experience to enter the semiconductor industry immediately upon graduation. The engineering department at Wilkes College has worked closely with leaders in the industry in developing the new laboratory. Nejib notes in particular the donation of sophisticated equipment and supplies provided by the RCA Solid State Division located in Mountaintop, PA. It is expected that this close association will continue in the future to the mutual benefit of both the industry and the college. II .'4 W-' 1 n***»*-»-»- !?•••••••* structure and electrical performance of microelectronic devices. “This laboratory is a major step in the continuing development of our academic program and related research efforts in the area of solid state devices,” says Dr. Umid R. Nejib, head of the engineering department at Wilkes College. Adds Nejib, “I envision in the near future the development of a master’s degree program based on this laboratory and forms, but in this 50th Anniversary Year of Wilkes I would like to stress memorial gifts to the College, to be designated in your will. This is a means for mak­ ing a contribution without diminishing your assets during your lifetime. Of the numerous ways to provide support to Wilkes by your will, a bequest of a fixed amount of dollars or specific items of real or personal property -df is probably the simplest. However, your attorney By Betsy Bell Condron can help you draft various ways to remember Wilkes, appropriate to your own circumstances. If you read this column, you certainly peruse Syl­ One way is to earmark a percentage of your estate via Porter now and then ... so you may remember for Wilkes, after all other priorities have been taken a recent gem in which she described Estate Plan­ care of. Or, you may wish to name the College in a ning. Porter worried that too many people don't contingent bequest ... in case your other bene­ benefit from such planning because they think it's ficiaries predecease you. only for the very rich, and they're dead wrong. Colleges are natural vehicles for memorial (There's a pun in there somewhere?) philanthropy because their works, which en­ She says that the only reason you should not have compass almost everything of humanitarian in­ a will (the next most important document to your terest, endure through the ages. The names of be­ birth certificate and your marriage license) is if you loved teachers or family, members important to the are satisfied to die intestate (no will) and have the College or community are kept alive by bequests. government divide up your belongings as it sees fit. Remember that trusts may be set up by will, too... And the tax consequences of dying intestate can be and they are popular means of giving life-income to horrendous. loved ones while assuring a memorial in any of the As I've often pointed out herein (and am clarifying College's diverse fields of teaching and service. in a brochure to be sent many of you this summer) During the past anniversary year, dozens of family . . . "whatever you own" is your estate. I'll wager names have been honored through Wilkes College everyone reading these words owns some things memorials: in Founders Hall, by scholarships, grad­ worthy of planning-ahead-for. As an ordinary cit­ uation awards, and special educational programs. izen, you put your loved ones in peril if you haven't We have also received many gifts in memory of made your will, so do it (or re-do it). In some parts loved ones for whom this College had been of deep of the country, you can even videotape your will! interest during some part of their lives. The form of Planned Giving most widely under­ One way Wilkes uses to plan for its future is to stood is a bequest by will. Bequests can take many keep a file of "expectancies.” This Tu:- lisl is added' This article submitted through RCA Newsletter. when you let us know that you have included us in your will. . . when you have planned for your fu­ ture (and ours) by leaving a bequest as your legacy to future generations. No matter the size of your be­ quest (in fact, Wilkes doesn't need to know the amount at all), we would be pleased to add your name to our Honor Roll Expectancy List. O J 14 WILKES COLLEGE QUARTERLY O MEMORIAL GIFTS to Wilkes College, in any amount, are a lasting tribute to a friend, relative or respected acquaintance ... and a thoughtful remem­ brance for special occasions. The gift will be ac­ knowledged promptly with an appropriate card or letter to the donor and to the family of the deceased or the person being honored. BEQUESTS made in your will to Wilkes College, in any amount, give needed support to the high qual­ ity of education and service offered our students and the community. =»-=«=>===■•“' I To: Director of Planned Giving Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766 □ □ I am interested in learning more about the Wilkes Planned Giving programs. I wish to record that 1 have planned a bequest to Wilkes. Name- Address _____ & k ■ i. As the 50th Anniversary year draws to a close, Through the years he year was 1936, Bucknell Junior ColI ’lege in Wilkes-Barre was just three 1 years old, and already in financial difficulty. The fledgling College was operating as a satellite of Bucknell University in Lewisburg. It was really no surprise that the young school was in financial straits, in fact, to many, it was a surprise that the school had survived its first three years. When the idea of a junior college was introduced in 1933, it was done with reserve. People were of the opinion that neither the economy nor the area could sup­ port the venture. By 1936 it seemed those opinions were justified. The unemployed constituted about 18% of the population and there was little evidence of hope or help for the anthracite region of Penn­ sylvania. Coal was being replaced by oil and gas and the Northeast was not then equipped to search for new industry. It seemed bad tim­ ing for the establishment of an institution of higher education, especially in an area where almost all would be first generation college students. The outlook was bleak and the media pre­ dicted the demise of the new school. But some­ thing happened that year, something that has become tradition. The College and the com­ munity joined in a concentrated effort to make “Ungs happen. A fund-raising effort aimed at . eeping the school open was initiated. Almost immediately, gifts of cash and property were eing given. The community wanted its Cole8e ■ • . The College dedicated itself to the community. The relationship is constant. rhe Junior College remained open, and in 947 was granted the charter creating the foury.ear- coeducational, liberal arts institution christened Wilkes College. we reminisce . . by Jane Manganella There were periodic rough spots during the early years which did not disappear with the granting of a charter. But, Wilkes not only weathered these times, it managed to grow in­ to the viable resource that now has great economic and social impact on the region which helped it grow. A recent study indicates that students from the area spend approximately half a million dollars a year in Wyoming Valley. Campus visitors spend an additional $175,000 annual­ ly. Materials purchased by the College locally amount to another $175,000 and utility bills alone constitute another $600,000. The study shows that over the last fifteen years, Wilkes has been able to pour back into the communi­ ty over fifteen million dollars, through refur­ bishment, renovation and new building con­ struction. Equally important as economics, is the cul­ tural and social impact generated by the various programs which have surfaced over the last fifty years. So many of these programs started as college-community affiliations as need was recognized by either the College or members of the community. Personnel from the College work in almost every off-campus event: the annual Cherry Blossom Festival, the Fine Arts Fiesta, Community Concert Series; YMCA/YWCA events; Jewish Community Center events. Under the sponsorship of stu­ dent government the Wilkes College Concert and Lecture Series has become one of the out­ standing cultural arts presentations for the area. The series offers a diverse program of educational and enriching programs to both campus and community, free of charge. The facilities on the Wilkes campus are probably the best graphic example of how, during the early years, the community sup­ ported the College in its efforts to survive. Names on buildings throughout the 23-acre campus are testament to the memories of those who gave so much to the school: The Sordoni Art Gallery, in memory of Andrew Sordoni, referred to by Dr. Farley as "a constant friend and benefactor;" the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts and Darte Hall, the music building adjoining the CPA, both structures made possible by the quiet gener­ osity of Mrs. Darte; Stark Learning Center, in memory of Admiral Harold R. Stark. The list goes on: Weiss, McClintock, Evans, Weckesser, Kirby, Conyngham, Roth, and so many others who gave not only financially, but gave of themselves. These facilities are used daily by both cam­ pus and community people to enrich and edu­ cate or to house students.The Sordoni Art Gal­ lery brings to the area 12 exhibitions a year in all media. The stage of the Darte Center for the Performing Arts will this year welcome not on­ ly Wilkes presentations but will be the place where hundreds of community productions and events will be shown. Today, 50 years after its tenuous beginnings, Wilkes College is facing another of its rough spots, in an economic atmosphere akin to that of its early years. However, in a recent address to the media, President Robert S. Capin voiced a definite difference in attitude. He said, in part, "Wilkes will survive, of that there is no doubt." Under Capin’s leadership, in a time when many small colleges are closing their doors, Wilkes is currently on sound financial ground. The early doubts, the fears, the ten­ uous start have been replaced by confidence. Now as Wilkes celebrates its 50th anniversary, it is apparent that the community still wants its College... The College is still dedicated to its community. o SUMMER 1983 15 �ore than 13,500 students have passed through the halls of Wilkes College over the past 50 years. During that period of time many friendships have developed and long-lasting relationships established. During the five decades of educational service, the College has been sensitive to the needs of the students and the community. To be effective, the College has, during this period, expanded its programs, strengthened its curriculum, maintained a strong faculty and made a continuing commitment to the students and community it serves. While change is necessary to keep in step with the times, Wilkes College has not changed the one thing it has offered since 1933 — Quality. Wilkes College ... a special place with special people. There is no better way to prepare for tomorrow. Wilkes College 5 0 Providing MINDPOWER through Five Decades . . . and Beyond. Wilkes College Quarterly Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18766 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED NON-PROFIT organization U. S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 355 MRS. BETSY BELL CONDRON 38 REYNOLDS ST. . KINGSTON, '79 PA 1870a � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Quarterly Summer 1983 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1983 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine