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6 Westside teachers Kathleen Brady and Gary Salerno are recipients of the 2005 Distinguished Teaching award, which recognizes individual teachers in the Westside Community Schools in Omaha. The award is sponsored by Omahans Terri and Phil Schrager and also includes a $10,000 prize. Brady received an M.S., Reading Professional, from UNO; Salerno earned an M.S. in Secondary Education and also received an Administrative Certificate from the College. Debbie Carlson (M.A.) has published her first book, A Big Surprise for Mom (Cozy Kids Press, June 2005), available at Omaha-area bookstores and other outlets. In early November, she related her experiences in writing and publishing as a guest speaker in a children’s literature class at the College. Carlson also is an early childhood special education teacher at Sandoz Elementary in the Millard Public Schools. Suzanne Wintle was named 2006 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year. The alumnus, who earned a B.A. in elementary education, teaches third grade at the Florence Sawyer School in the Nashoba Regional School District in Bolton, MA. She also serves as the district mentor program coordinator for her pre-K through 12, three-town district. During her teaching career, Ms. Wintle has taught kindergarten through middle school students. Student News Physical education candidates Lisa Ayers and Derek Keasling were the two students chosen nationally to attend the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (AAHPERD) National Student Leadership Conference in Ripley, WV. The event, held in October, included leadership and networking opportunities and motivational and recreational sessions. Jillian Kinzer, a Teacher Education candidate in special education, was called to serve in Iraq in 2004 as a member of the 313th Medical Company. In this position, she has been responsible for accompanying supply convoys during the night in a Humvee-style ambulance. Spc. Kinzer and her company plan to return home in November 2005. Alumni Spotlight Administrator Believes in Community Service Dr. Rick Kolowski isn’t afraid to tackle new things. In 1967, he had just been cut from the Kansas City Chiefs and came to play for the Omaha Mustangs. He and his wife Bonnie moved to Omaha to start a new chapter in their lives. He went on to earn an M.S. in Secondary Education/History from UNO in 1970. Later, he received a Ph.D in Secondary Education from UNL in 1978. In 1993, Dr. Kolowski was hired as first-ever principal of Millard West High School in southwest Omaha. Almost 13 years later, he’s still at the helm of the school—which has increased its enrollment 65 percent since it opened its doors in 1995. The educator has been an active member of Phi Delta Kappa International, serving as its international president from 1999 to 2001. A longtime participant in the organization, he says he considers his involvement to be “one of the highlights of my career.” He continues to serve PDK on the Centennial Committee as the group prepares for its anniversary in 2006; he also is a member of the Future Educators of America National Advisory Committee. Dr. Kolowski was elected to a seat on the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (NRD) board in 2004, he began his tenure in January 2005. Currently, he also serves as assistant treasurer for the board. The administrator and community volunteer reports that his wife Bonnie just retired as principal of Neihardt Elementary School in Millard. “We have two college-graduated, married and employed sons (that’s hitting life’s trifecta!) and our daughters-in-law are great!” Buffett Award Winners Include COE Alumni, Candidates Several graduates of the College—and several who are continuing their education here—were named recipients of the Alice Buffett Outstanding Teacher Award. The honor, given annually, recognizes teachers in the Omaha Public Schools. Congratulations to these alumni winners: Wendy Badders, Bancroft Elementary, 2nd grade (B.S.) Larry Flairty, Parrish Alternative, program director (B.S.) Janis Keim, Wakonda Elementary, 2nd grade (B.S.) Carol Nickerson, Burke High, media specialist (B.S.) Sheri Stewart, King Elementary, K-6 computer (B.S.) Sara Tingelhoff, Dundee Elementary, 3rd grade (B.S.) Adriana Vargas, Gomez Heritage Elementary, 1st grade (B.S.) These Buffett award recipients are currently studying for master’s degrees at UNO: Nancy Burkhart, Burke High, family and consumer science (enrolled in special education program) Irma Franco, Gomez Heritage, kindergarten (enrolled in M.S. resource and learning disabilities program) Deborah Madej, Norris Middle School, 8th grade language arts (enrolled in M.A. English program) Jeffrey Potter, South High, mathematics (enrolled in M.S. mathematics program) Ruth Wassom, Field Club Elementary, kindergarten (M.S. elementary education program)
Emeritus Faculty (continued from page 1) children’s literature, Dr. Mary Lickteig (Teacher Education, 1966-1997) remains modest about her achievements. “The best thing about my work at UNO was the interaction with the students,” she says, “feeling in some small way you helped them in their careers. I felt like we gave them a personal touch. We did whatever we could to see that they had the best experiences.” Dr. Lickteig has seen many of her former students rise to positions as principals in Omaha-area schools. She encounters these familiar faces often, at everyday places like the grocery store or a restaurant. Their comments reinforce her wishes: “They say that they use what they learned.” “I’m really proud of the College of Education and what they continue to do for students,” Dr. Licktieg adds. “It’s wonderful to see their accomplishments.” Visiting at the Emeritus Faculty luncheon were members of three departments of the college: Edsel Buchanan, School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation; Jean Bressler, Teacher Education; and Darrell Kellams, Educational Administration and Supervision. Over the years, emeritus faculty have served as mentors for newer professors, pitched in as adjunct faculty, visited with area legislators on key issues and served as volunteers for the College’s Building a Legacy campaign. Dr. Blaine Ward (Educational Administration and Supervision, 1969- 1999) specialized in human resources and school business management. Currently, he supervises administrative practicum students on a part-time basis. Each semester, he meets with them and their administrator mentor as they apply their classroom theory and gain experience in their chosen field. “It’s so enjoyable to get out in the schools and work with these soonto-be educational leaders,” he says. “Often, their mentors in the field, their principals, are students I had in class. It’s good to see how well these graduates are doing and have a chance to follow up on their careers.” Supporting the Profession During his tenure, Dr. Verne Haselwood (Teacher Education, 1963- 1999) taught library science and directed the Library Science Program for a decade. “I always felt I had to first teach students and then my subject,” he reflects. “I wanted to know who they were, their background, what they aspired to be and what gifts and challenges they came with. To see the determination they had was very satisfying to me.” Today, Dr. Haselwood still puts students first. Since retiring, he has continued to work with library science students—like Dr. Ward, he supervises practicum candidates in the community. His efforts take him to schools in the Omaha metro and in surrounding rural areas. In addition, he serves on the UNO Library Friends board of directors and is the part-time librarian for the Midwest Regional Office of the National Parks Service in Omaha. ‘A Personal Touch’ Though she has become a nationally recognized figure in reading and Ms. Sonia Green lives in Jupiter, Florida. She enjoys traveling, volunteering, attending baseball spring training games and taking Lifelong Learning Society classes at Florida Atlantic University. Dr. Blaine Ward spends his leisure time playing golf and traveling with his wife, Noreen. Together they have been on a Mediterranean cruise, and to Alaska, Great Britain and Europe. Dr. Verne Haselwood shares his knowledge in the arts and culture as a docent at Durham Western Heritage Museum in Omaha, where he teaches in the 1898 classroom. He also is an ambassador for the Omaha Performing Arts Society. Dr. Mary Lickteig is an active volunteer, working with the elderly and homeless and as a tutor for Sudanese children. She nurtures her love of reading whenever possible and enjoys getting together with friends at the College of Education. 7
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