Colorado State University-Pueblo MAGAZINE Spring/Summer 2007

ALUMNI CLASS NOTES
William Mack Copeland, ‘65
Four degrees of Copeland
Not satisfied with earning a BSBA from the University in 1965, William
Mack Copeland continued his educational journey with a master’s degree in
management and finance in 1969 and a Juris Doctorate at Chase College of
Law at Northern Kentucky University in 1977. He then completed a doctoral
degree in Health Services Management from Century University in 1992
with his dissertation, “Survey and Analysis of the Potential for Multi-Hospital
Systems in the Not-for-Profit Sector.”
He is a managing member of the Law Offices of William M. Copeland,
L.L.C. in Cincinnati, Ohio, where the firm represents health care providers in
activities involving health care compliance programs. A seasoned attorney and
health care executive, Copeland’s practice concentrates on health care related
activities, including hospitals and physicians. A former hospital CEO, Copeland
is experienced in health care fraud and abuse, physician contracting, recruiting,
and compensation, as well as disciplinary proceedings and dispute resolution.
He has served on numerous boards and received honors in his quest for service
in law and healthcare management.
Caroline Parra, A97, Pueblo, is an
executive director of the Small Business
Development Center at Pueblo Community
College.
Duemece Aragon, A98, is a broker
associate for Keller Williams Performance
Reality.
Ray Lackey, A98, Silt, is the captain of the
Carbondale and Rural Fire Protection District.
Tandy Parrish, A98, McClave, is the
executive director of Bent County Economic
Development Foundation.
Augusto “Gus” Basterrechea, A99,
Pueblo West, is the children’s service
coordinator team leader for Colorado
Bluesky Enterprises, Inc.
Zane Reif, A99, Lubbock, Texas, is the
associate director of student union and
activities at Texas Tech University.
Carlos Sanchez, A99, Auburn Hill,
MI, is the field quality coordinator for
DaimlerChrysler.
Kiyoshi Ukon, A99, Tokyo, is a senior
computer systems engineer for Hyperion K.K.
Sammy Watson, A99, Des Moines, IA, is a
systems analyst for Verizon Business.
2000s
USC/CSU-Pueblo
Laura Barela, A00, Colorado Springs, is
the assistant director of veteran and military
student affairs at University of Colorado at
Colorado Springs.
Marcy (Devers) Brossman, A00,
Cheyenne Wells, is the county administrator
for Cheyenne County.
Ray LeMasters, A00, teaches at East High
School and was selected as the Colorado
Troops Teacher of the Year.
Christian Nyberg, A00, Pueblo, is an
assistant accountant for Goodrich.
Jilliane (Starcer) Lewis, A01, Salt Lake
City, UT, works for Citadel Broadcasting as a
morning show deejay for 1320 KSAN.
Ryan Lujan, A01, Pueblo, does photo
laser engraving and sandblasting for Laser
Graphics.
Jeffrey Trujillo, A01, Pueblo, is the
marketing and public relations specialist
at El Pueblo: an Adolescent Treatment
Community.
Christy (Southard) Wentz, A01, Media,
PA, is the facilities manager for LA Fitness
International.
Devon Buerstetta, A02, Vancouver, WA,
is a social worker and a nursing student.
Matt Centre, A02, Pueblo, is an account
executive for Clear Channel Pueblo.
Jennus Cortinas, A02, Pueblo, is a system
engineer at Northrop Grumman.
Linda (Martinez) Hagans, A02, Pueblo
West, is a personal lines underwriter for
Farmer Insurance Group.
Monica Hensen, A02, is the business
manager at Highline Academy Charter
School in Denver.
Brian Konty, A02, Canon City, is a
financial consultant for AXA Advisors, LLC.
Amanda (Bond) McPherson, A02, Pueblo
West, is a vice president and internal auditor
with Colorado East Bank and Trust.
Gina L. Paglione, A02, Las Vegas, is the
corporate project manager for Silver State
Helicopters.
Robby Thoma, A02, Berlin, WI, is a sales
and project manager for Industrial Finishing’s
Inc.
Josh Thompson, A02, Pueblo, is a sales
manager for the Pueblo Convention Center.
Rachel Anderson, A03, Pueblo, is a
first-year advisor in CSU-Pueblo’s First Year
Program.
Brett Antonson, A03, Pueblo, is the
events and marketing director for Home
Builders.
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