Fall 2012 Alumni Magazine - Lake Erie College

A Message From The President
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do
more and become more, you are a leader.”
--John Quincy Adams
In this issue of Lake Erie, we pay tribute to John F. (Jack) and Susan Turben, who exemplify the
distinctive qualities of leaders in all aspects of their lives.
“
Susan Turben have
Jack and
been major catalysts
in this revitalization.
They have given of
their time, talent and
treasure to lead Lake
Erie College through
sometimes turbulent
times and to make
it great. We are
indebted to them in
”
countless ways.
I have been fortunate to have known the Turbens since my arrival on the Lake Erie College campus
seven years ago, and I consider them to be role models, mentors and friends. They have inspired
me to lead this historic and progressive institution with the same commitment to greatness that
the College’s founders brought to Painesville in 1856.
This greatness can be seen in all aspects of the College, from our academic programs to campus
life. We are proud of our students and alumni, who exemplify the best and brightest of the world
today. This issue of Lake Erie showcases some of this greatness.
Lake Erie College has changed a great deal from the institution our founders envisioned 156 years
ago, and even from the women’s college many of our alumnae remember. The changes have been
positive ones, however, and the campus again resounds with activity and a fresh spirit of discovery
and engagement.
Jack and Susan Turben have been major catalysts in this revitalization. They have given of their
time, talent and treasure to lead Lake Erie College through sometimes turbulent times and to
make it great. We are indebted to them in countless ways.
Best wishes to all for an abundance of happiness and success throughout the new year.
Sincerely,
Michael T. Victor, J.D., LL.D.
President
EDITOR:
Holly Menzie MBA ‘06
ART DIRECTION/DESIGN:
Edwards Communications; Ruta Greiner
PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Michael Demeter; Ruta Greiner; Robert Zyromski
CONTRIBUTORS:
Janeane Cappara ’95, MBA ’04; Susan Licate ’05, MBA ’08; Holly Menzie MBA ’06; Katie
Staats ’09, MBA ’11; Jason Tirotta; Milena Velez
INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT STAFF:
Marc R. Barbeau, Vice President for Institutional Advancement; Ruta Greiner, Director of
Public Relations and Creative Services; Holly Menzie MBA ’06, Director of Advancement
Services and Presidential Historian; Debra Remington ’74, Director of Alumni and Community
Relations; Katie Staats ’09, MBA ’11, Assistant Director of Alumni and Public Relations
ON THE COVER: John F. (Jack) and Susan Turben
LAKE ERIE | FALL ‘12 3