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Alumni Day on Campus
Twenty-five alumni converged on the
UW-Parkside campus, April 10, to talk to
students about their careers, the value of
their UW-Parkside education and the latest
trends in their particular field.
Alumni who participated included
Dineshi Burchi ’00, Steve Carlson ’81,
Aldred Days ’93, Pat Duetsch ’83, ’95,
Mike Farrell ’86, Karen Grabher ’94,
Rachelle Hart ’95, Robert Jambois ’78,
Lorissa Jackson ’91, Lynda Jackson ’91,
Daryl Kastenson ’75, Brenda Rebro ’94,
Arras Martin ’95, Diane McCready ’95,
Tami Nelson-Payne ’99, Aleisha Orban
’98, Kimberly Plache ’84, Kimberly Riley
’98, ’00, Tania Rodriguez ’99, Nicole
Siccuro ’98, Gary Smith ’94, Rita
Attmeyer ’01, Morten Sunde ’95, ’98, Bob
Wirch ’70, Karen Zieman ’99.
The Alumni Day on Campus began with
alumni gathering in Main Place for
refreshments and a welcome from UW-
Parkside Alumni Association president
Mike Farrell ’86. Alumni were then
escorted to their classes for panel presentations
with the students. Alumni and
their faculty host reassembled in Main
Place for lunch and a brief program, and
then it was back to work.
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This is the second year of the Alumni Day
on Campus. If you would be interested in
participating in the Alumni Day on
Campus program, contact Sheila Egerson
at sheila.egerson@uwp.edu or call
(262) 595-2645.
EARN Program Connects Alumni
with Students and Other Alumni
The newly established Experienced
Alumni Resource Network (EARN) helps
UW-Parkside students and recent graduates
connect with alumni to gain career
insight and explore job opportunities.
And, because of their professional
experience, many alumni are in a unique
position to assist others with academic
choices at UW-Parkside.
One of the best ways for students and
recent graduates to learn about careers is
by networking with professionals in their
intended field.
Through the EARN program, contact is
established via telephone, e-mail or
personal visits. The way alumni choose to
participate and the amount of time they
commit to the program is entirely up to
them. It may be a company tour, a lunch
meeting, or a group-style career
presentation.
To learn more about the EARN program,
contact the alumni office at
university.advancement@uwp.edu or call
(262) 595-2443.
PHONATHON 2002
The time is coming….Please take our call
During the month of October, you will receive a very
important call from UW-Parkside, asking for your gift to the
annual fund. Your support is vital to maintaining the tradition
of excellence that you experienced at UW-Parkside. Please take
our call!
Alumni support is critical in these times. State funding has
decreased, while costs have steadily risen. Tuition alone
cannot cover the difference. To maintain our standards of
excellence, private funding, through gifts like yours, is
essential.
Our callers look forward to talking to you. Share your
UW-Parkside experience with them. Consider making a gift to
the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. You can
make a difference!
PERSPECTIVE Summer 2002

Distinguished Service Award
recipient:
Mr. Lee Kammerer ‘86
As a cartographer in Racine, Lee
Kammerer knows that an exact map
makes it easier for people to get from one
place to another. He also knows that the
many benefits he received as a young boy
in scouting helped him become the person
he is today. And that’s exactly why he
has dedicated so much of his life to helping
youth in southeastern Wisconsin.
"I want to give back," Kammerer said.
Giving back has meant active volunteer
work for more than 20 years.
Kammerer’s efforts are recognized and
respected by his peers. As one colleague
says: "Lee is an outstanding example of
service above self."
Another colleague points to Kammerer’s
focus: "Lee takes a very active role in
whatever the task is. He has helped so
many young men become leaders."
For his 23 years of outstanding service
dedicated to helping the youth of our
communities, the University of
Wisconsin-Parkside Alumni Association
is proud to name Lee Kammerer a 2002
Distinguished Service Award recipient.
PERSPECTIVE Summer 2002
UW-Parkside
Alumni Association Awards
Distinguished Service Award
recipient:
Mr. John Miskulin ‘85
When John Miskulin woke up in his New
Jersey home on Sept. 11, 2001, he had no
idea that before the day was over, he
would be doing something heroic.
It started with a telephone call from his
wife, Colleen. She was with the couple’s
son, Alec, at the Battery Park Day Care
Center just blocks from the World Trade
Center. The towers had been attacked.
John fought through the chaos of Lower
Manhattan. When he arrived at the day
care center he discovered a frightened
group of students and teachers in need of
a plan. With the help of a city bus and a
tugboat, John led 55 persons to safety on
the New Jersey shore.
John’s mother, Magdeline – a 1984 UW-
Parkside graduate, was not surprised by
her son’s actions. "I’m very proud of what
he did, but John has always been a takecharge
person," she said.
The American Red Cross honored John as
one of 10 Courageous Americans. The
University of Wisconsin-Parkside Alumni
Association is proud to name John
Miskulin a 2002 Distinguished Service
Award recipient.
Distinguished Achievement Award
recipient:
Dr. Gregory P. Graziano ‘79
Dr. Gregory P. Graziano continues to
advance the field of spinal surgery by
developing, improving and evaluating
surgical procedures.
Dr. Graziano joined the faculty at the
University of Michigan in 1989. Dr.
Robert Hensinger, chairman of the department
of orthopaedic surgery, describes Dr.
Graziano as an outstanding teacher.
"Greg’s particular interest is in spinal
deformities, and he has gained a regional
and national reputation for his work in
this very difficult area," Hensinger said.
Dr. Graziano’s many accomplishments
include reviewer for three leading
orthopaedic journals; published 32 times
in peer-reviewed journals; and a member
of leading organizations in the field of
orthopaedic surgery.
"Greg is a busy, talented surgeon who
brings a better life to many patients," said
Anna Maria Williams, emeritus professor
of biological sciences at UW-Parkside.
For his years of outstanding achievement
in the field of orthopaedic surgery, the
University of Wisconsin-Parkside Alumni
Association is proud to name Dr. Greg
Graziano as the 2002 Distinguished
Achievement Award recipient.
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– 1970s –
Pearliemae Bedford (’74) has been recognized
as a multiple year honoree in
"Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers."
Janet Pobar (’76) was presented the
Thanks Badge for her outstanding contribution
to the Girl Scouts of Racine County.
The Thanks Badge is the second highest
national award given by the Girl Scouts.
Christian A. Lie (’75) was appointed
president/CEO of Johnson Insurance
Services, part of Johnson Financial
Group, a $2 billion financial services
company. He also serves on the UW-
Parkside Foundation Board.
Susan R. Stearns (’78) was promoted to
vice president, account supervisor with
Cramer-Krasselt, a marketing communications
agency in Milwaukee.
Linda M. Tiso (’79) joined the psy-
chotherapy staff of Oakwood Clinical
Associates Ltd. in Kenosha. She is a
licensed psychotherapist specializing in
treating adolescent delinquents.
– 1980s –
Heide Conde, (’80) was promoted to
assistant vice president at Community
State Bank in Union Grove. She joined the
bank as a mortgage loan officer in 1996.
Thomas Brusky (’83) was appointed
manager of manufacturing and manufacturing
support at Gormac Products. He
has been with the company for 25 years.
James E. Bilotti (’84) earned senior professional
in human resources certification
from the Human Resources Certification
Institute. Bilotti is the director of human
resources at Sports Physical Therapy &
Rehab Specialists in Kenosha.
John Andreoli (’85) recently received a
master’s of science-tax degree from UW-
Milwaukee. He is a tax partner at Clifton
Gunderson and has been with the company
for 17 years. Andreoli served on the
UW-Parkside Alumni Association board
of directors as treasurer for several years.
Troy Mayne (’85) was awarded the
Distinguished Lifetime Service Award for
his pro bono work with Habitat for
Humanity. Mayne is a real estate and business
lawyer with DeWitt Ross and Stevens
in Madison, Wis.
Wes Manko (’87 MPA) has turned his
hobby into a business called Self-Defense
Solutions L.L.C. Manko helps employees
of companies learn to protect themselves.
Catherine Caruso (’89) has joined the
Minnesota-based direct marketing company,
Tastefully Simple, Inc. as an area
consultant.
Alumni
– 1990s –
Donald Fabian (’92), Pensacola, Fla.,
meets people from many different
schools. "While I didn't major in the field
I am in now, I feel that the quality of education
I received at UW-Parkside was
much greater than many other "big" universities
that get national recognition. I
am very proud of being a graduate of UW-
Parkside. I struggled to survive in school,
and while I never made the dean’s list I
did graduate and I look at that as one of
my most prized accomplishments. I know
that where I am at right now I have you,
the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, to
thank for it!"
Angela Smucker (’92) was appointed an
Erie Insurance representative. She is principal
agent and owner of Smucker
Insurance Services in Racine. Smucker
was also elected president of the
Racine/Kenosha Association of Insurance
and Financial Advisors for 2002-2003.
Aldred Days (’93) was promoted to lieutenant
with the Racine Police
Department. He most recently served as
planning/research and grants coordinator
and public information officer. Days is a
member of the Alumni Association Board
of Directors and received the
Distinguished Alumni Service Award in
2000.
Boyd Frederick (’95), former chairman of
the Kenosha County Democratic Party,
has been elected chairman of the party’s
1st Congressional District caucus.
Frederick also serves on the Alumni
Association Board of Directors.
Andrea Kieman-Rognsvoog, (’96) successfully
attained the designation of
Society of Certified Insurance
Counselors. She is employed at CRB
Insurance, Inc.
Amy Matsen (’96) is a two-year veteran
of the Racine Police Department. She was
recently recognized in the Insider News
for her dedication in providing a safe and
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comfortable environment for the business
district of Racine.
Dr. Christopher Limbach (’97) opened his
own chiropractic office, Limbach Family
Chiropractic, in Kenosha. He was previously
an associate in a group practice.
Simon Jon Provan (’99) recently played
Thorin in the First Stage Children’s
Theater production of "The Hobbit" at
the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater
in Milwaukee.
– 2000s –
Peter Forchette (’01) joined Martin
Peterson Co. as a design and marketing
coordinator.
JoDee Hale (’01) joined the Sports
Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists as
their marketing coordinator.
Show Your
Ranger
Pride!
Milwaukee-Area
Alumni Regional
Reception
When:
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2002
5 - 7:30 p.m.
Where:
SWANK
A posh eatery
628 N. Water St., Milwaukee
Cost:
$5.00 per person
Refreshment and Conversation
Cash Bar
RSVP by Sept. 18, to Karen
Reiher (262) 595-2443 or E-mail
university.advancement@uwp.edu
Sure, bring a guest!!
And please park in the
Bank One Plaza lot.
Perspective Summer 2002