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President’s Messagewe have concluded our 47th year of operations and have celebrated our44th annual graduation, and we did so in a spirit of joy and anticipation.it was our largest graduating class ever, nearly 500 students. yet this isnot an end, but merely our next phase. there is much on the horizon.We are adding a nursing lab, modernizing classrooms, building a parking lot, a trackand tennis courts, and finishing yet another residence hall. And that’s this summer!It is accurate to report progress in numbers and lists of achievements. This edition isfilled with them. Yet, there is a greater, intangible reality, more difficult to articulate,from which these statistics originate.That reality is God’s grace and blessings. We have tried to reflect this reality in thechapel. The large crucifix with the hand-hewn Jesus immediately fixes our gaze.We know that there can be no problem too big for us to bring here.The eyes of the icon, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, from behind the crucifix seem tofollow the viewer, telling us that she will hold us, too, as we walk with her Son.Walsh University is anindependent, coeducationalCatholic, Liberal Arts andSciences Institution.Founded by the Brothers ofChristian Instruction, WalshUniversity is dedicated toeducating its students tobecome leaders in serviceto others through a valuesbasededucation with aninternational perspective inthe Judeo-Christian tradition.At an early morning Mass, the sun streams through the window. Our Lady’s imagedisappears as the brilliant light pours into the chapel. It is an unforgettable visualmagnificat—she exists to proclaim the greatness of God.We ask for your prayers for the community that is Walsh—because we exist to bringGod’s light into a world that celebrates death more than life.Yes, we have much to do and to improve. Please keep us in your prayers, and help ushowever you can.Richard JusseaumePresident

ContentsWalsh Times is publishedthree times a year bythe Office of UniversityAdvancement and distributedfree of charge to alumni andfriends of Walsh University.EDITORIAL STAFF:Mark BoskoJason FugittTeresa GriffinKaren HodgeJacqueline ManserVICE PRESIDENT FORADVANCEMENT ANDUNIVERSITY RELATIONS:02 Campus News04 Best of The Year06 Campus Technology Update08 Commencement Recap10 Doctor of Physical Therapy12 Supporting Our Wounded Warriers13 Donor Profile: Bill Luntz14 Walsh: Then And Now16 Alumni NotesBridgette NeiselDIRECTOR OF ALUMNIRELATIONS ANDSPECIAL EVENTS:Jacqueline ManserDIRECTOR OF MARKETING:Teresa GriffinDIRECTOR OF UNIVERSITYRELATIONS:Mark BoskoSTAFF ASSISTANT:Sarah RichardsFront cover:Walsh University’s PhysicalTherapy Motor Function Lab.See page 10 for article.change-of-address and general correspondence to:Office of Alumni RelationsJackie Manser2020 East Maple StreetNorth Canton, OH 44720-3336phone: 330.490.7117e-mail: jmanser@walsh.eduwww.walsh.edu

campus newsFamed OSU Coach Helps Walsh FundraisingWalsh University recently hosted “An Evening with Ohio State Coach JimTressel” which featured the famed college football coach giving a presentationon working with a winning attitude as well as his outlook on the upcomingseason. The event, sponsored by Huntington Bank, was a fundraiser for theWalsh University Campus Health and Wellness Complex Campaign, whichincludes: auxiliary gymnasium with a walking track, tennis courts and anall-purpose practice field. Prior to the dinner event, Coach Tressel, who is alongtime friend and colleague of Head Football Coach Jim Dennison, metwith 30 Canton-area youth football players.Derby Day A HitThe Women’s Committee of Walsh University hosted its annual KentuckyDerby Day fundraising event recently at Brookside Country Club. Theenthusiastic crowd watched a live telecast of the 133rd running of theKentucky Derby race on a large screen TV, along with dinner and dancing, aLadies Hat Contest, basket auction and door prizes. Honorary Chairs for thisyear’s event were Bill and Sharon Luntz, longtime supporters of the University.Tower Award, Outstanding Senior AnnouncedJoseph Filous was named the 2007 Tower Award recipient and Colleen Jakabwas recognized as this year’s Outstanding Senior. Filous has been a leaderwith Habitat for Humanity and a key member of the Peacemaker Program,which helps freshmen adjust to living on campus while providing spiritualguidance to them through example. He also served as President of Circle K,has been on the Dean’s List for 2003-2006, won the Circle K Spirit Award,the Walsh University Golden Service Award (2004-2005 and 2005-2006),received the Richard Gulling Service Scholarship, the Campus MinistryAward, Habitat for Humanity Award and was a Walsh University CharlesPing nominee. In addition to her successful studies at Walsh, which landedher on the Dean’s List every semester, Colleen Jakab was involved in cancerresearch at the University of Akron. The group worked on developing a newdrug that could have applications in the successful treatments of ovarian andcervical cancer. Colleen also served as a volunteer, shadowing Canton-areaDrs. Blumer and Blumer, spending time at the Blumer’s Dover clinic, where herwork focused on caring for disadvantaged individuals.top to bottom:Coach Jim TresselLinda Ganser and Patty DiSimoneJoseph Filous.Jim Dennison Named Athletic Director of the YearFor the second consecutive year, Walsh University’s Jim Dennison has beennamed NAIA Region IX Athletic Director of the Year. He was also honored bythe National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) as theNortheast Athletic Director of the Year in 2005-06 and 2002-03. His 2006football team won a school-record nine games and reached the NAIA playoffsfor the first time. Dennison’s career mark at Walsh is 88-42. His career recordof 168-104-2 includes 13 years as Head Coach at the University of Akron(80-62-2), where he is still the all-time leader in coaching victories.003

New MAED Principal Track AnnouncedWalsh announced the addition of a new Building Principal track to its successfulMaster’s in Education (MAED) program, to begin in Fall of 2007. The courseof study, called the Educational Leadership Programme, is designed to providetraining for teachers in the field who wish to become building administrators. Itis the only one of its kind offered in Stark County. “We are committed to makingour already successful Master’s in Education program better by expanding thecurriculum with this new track,” said Dr. Carol Sandbrink, Chair, Division ofEducation. “The program is vital to teaching professionals who want to enter theadministrative side of the education profession.” The new course of study will beoffered at both Walsh University’s main North Canton campus and at its Canfieldlocation. Additionally, the Building Principal program will be offered in Uganda viaWalsh’s partnership with the Kisubi Brothers Center of Uganda Martyrs University.MBA Program to Offer Integrated Marketing Communications TrackThe MBA program will be offering a new specialized track in IntegratedMarketing Communications (IMC). An emerging management approachembraced by the marketing community, IMC is designed to make all aspectsof marketing—such as advertising and public relations, personal selling, salespromotion, direct marketing, e-commerce and customer relationship marketing—work together seamlessly, ensuring the customer or prospect receives a consistentmessage. For more information, contact Therese Maskulka, MBA Director, attmaskulka@walsh.edu.Promotions, Tenure and Retirements AnnouncedA number of new positions and promotions were announced for the 2007academic year. Janet Devine was promoted to faculty status as Education ProgramManager; Mary Niedenthal is Coordinator of Service Learning/Outreach, andRyan Sweet becomes Director of Academic Support. Dr. Ted Spatowski wasnamed Associate Division Chair of Education and Dr. Jeannie DeFazio is thenew Division Chair of Education. Dr. Doug Palmer becomes the Division Chair ofHumanities. Dr. Kai Brunkalla (Mathematics and Computer Science) andDr. Michelle Lenarz (Education) were both promoted to Associate Professor andgranted tenure. Dr. Mark Rogers (Communication) was promoted to Professor.Dr. Marietta Daulton (Graduate Education) also received tenure. Dr. David Baxterwas promoted to Dean of Instruction and Dr. Andy Grant promoted to to Dean ofAcademic Services. Retiring from the University were Dr. Susan Bemis (PhysicalTherapy), Dr. Carole Sandbrink (Education) and Sarah Sipe (Library). Also,long-time part-timers Dee Dent (Synchronized Swimming Coach) and Dr. PeterMarkovich (Education) retired.Faculty and Staff Contribute 365Years of ServiceWalsh recently recognized anumber of faculty and staff whorepresent a combined 365 years ofservice to the University.5 YearsJorge J. BurretoRex FergusonDeborah MarucciDr. Ronald F. ScottDr. Shauntey JamesJoni K. HendricksSarah C. GeigerShirley C. LewisTodd M. McCaulleyFrancis J. McKnightDonald J. BoronDorothy E. DoaneHolly VanGilderKathy Robertson10 YearsDr. Mark RogersJeanne TothDarlene WalroJill A. BairJohn Dlugolecki15 YearsDr. Ann M. CapleaJune E. MuellerDr. Carol SandbrinkJeff YoungMary K. Smith20 YearsDr. Carole C. MountDr. Joseph VincenzoJacqueline M. ManserConnie S. LechnerDr. Jeannie DeFazio25 YearsDaniel S. SuvakTimothy A. Mead30 YearsDaniel T. McCallionwalsh timessummer 2007

Best of the YearWalsh University racked up an amazing number of accomplishments during the 2006-2007 academicyear. Academics, athletics, faculty and facilities all logged achievements as the timeline illustrates. Hatsoff to everyone — looking forward to an even greater 08!august 2006:•••Record-setting freshman class and total enrollmentBetzler Tower opens to incoming residence studentsOARnet grant secured for advanced second-generation Internet connectionthrough Ohio SupercomputerCanton Chamber Board of Trustees Award for Walsh University Hall of FameParade floatBioinformatics major announcedService Learning Initiative program with Stark Regional Community CorrectionCenter begins under leadership of Dr. Shauntey James•••september:••Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel dedicatedSisters of Charity Foundation of Canton grant secured for Strategic LeadershipWorkshops for non-profit organizationsDr. Frank Vazzano authors Politician Extraordinaire: The Tempestuous Life and Timesof Martin L. Davey, published by the Kent State University Press•october:•••Mercy Wellness Center opens in Health and Wellness ComplexStark Community Foundation grant secured for Strategic Leadership WorkshopsDr. Mark Rogers co-authors two books; Seinfeld, Master of Its Domain: RevisitingTelevision’s Greatest Sitcom and Reading The Sopranosnovember:•••Volleyball – American Mideast Conference Regular Season ChampionsFootball – National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics PlayoffsDr. John G. Trapani, Jr. elected president of American Maritain Associationtop to bottom:Our Lady of Perpetual Help ChapelHealth and Wellness ComplexDr. John G. Trapani, Jr.december:••••••Football – Mike Galassi named NAIA-AFCA First Team All-AmericanFootball – Lucas Grove named NAIA Daktronics Scholar-AthleteWomen’s Soccer – Julianne Boyne named NAIA Daktronics Scholar-AthleteMen’s Soccer – Greg Keller and Martin Wejcman named NAIA DaktronicsScholar-AthletesVolleyball – Jamie Herr receives NAIA Honorable Mention All-AmericanCross Country – Tim Geabler, Mike Groholy, Tyler Immel, Alex McCallion,Andrew Schulz and Sean McBride named NAIA Daktronics Scholar-Athletes005

left to right:Kristen CadyNAIAWalsh Football Teamjanuary 2007:• President Richard Jusseaume inducted into the Association of Ohio Commodores,a group of individuals recognized by the Governor of Ohio with the state’s mostdistinguished honor, The Executive Order of the Ohio Commodore• Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs grantedaccreditation by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and RelatedEducational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized bythe Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)• Received Burton D. Morgan Foundation grant for Entrepreneurship Programfebruary:••Men’s Basketball – AMC Tri-Champions, AMC Tournament ChampionsWalsh University partners with The Paul & Carol David Foundation, MassillonCity Schools and the Aultman Health Foundation for D.R.E.A.M. (DevelopingResources for Education and Athletics in Massillon) in developing the facilities,programming and staff for a series of programs aimed at enriched academics,broadened career exploration tools, enhanced college access and improvedfitness for students.March:••••••••Men’s Basketball – NAIA “Sweet 16”Men’s Basketball – Jason Hicks, NAIA Champions of Character AwardMen’s Basketball – Adam Lesch, Honorable Mention, NAIA All-AmericanMen’s Basketball – Adam Lesch, Keith Black and Derek Chappell named NAIADaktronics Scholar-AthletesWomen’s Basketball – Ingrid Brainard named NAIA Daktronics Scholar-AthleteSynchronized Swimming – U.S. ChampionshipsDoctorate of Physical Therapy degree program launched by Dr. Susan BemisCoach Jim Dennison named NAIA Region IX Athletic Director of the Yearapril:•••••••Men’s Tennis – AMC ChampionsWomen’s Tennis – AMC ChampionsOur Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel awarded “Best of Institutional Projects” byInternational Masonry InstituteNew Building Principal track added to MAED programTower of Excellence Award presented to Joseph FilousOutstanding Senior Award presented to Colleen Jakab44th annual commencement ceremoniesmay:••Rome campus welcomes first students to Castel GandolfoStudents leave for Rome, El Salvador and UgandaNew Board MembersWalsh University relies on a numberof volunteers who, by serving on ourBoards, provide guidance throughtheir expertise, hands-on help,financial support and marketing viatheir connections and reach into thecommunity. The following are newmembers for 2007:Board ofDirectorsDennis BieryRoger DeVille(’65)Edward Klekotka,Jr. (’71)Bishop GeorgeV. MurryPlanned GivingJoe AmatoChristopher BurtJeff CaghanJeff GarnerJoe GerzinaChuck HooverTom HudecMichael HuthEileen IvanJeff JoliatRay LatianoBrian LaymanFrank MonacoSteve MooreDavid SchradeRosemary Serra(’74)David Shaffer(’02)David SimmonsLarry SmergliaRoseanne VanHooseWomen’sCommitteeCarmie DeVitoNorma FeimElaine GirdlestoneLinda Heinzer(’69)Dee InnisKathy Ison (’96)Marilyn StultsAdvisory BoardRebecca CrowlSondra Fronimo(’94)Dr. GaryGiammarcoDr. Les GlarnerCathi HeitgerHon. RichardKettlerDr. RichardLangsdorfMichael MayJohn NicholsMark SamolczykChristopherWright (’00)walsh timessummer 2007

When Walsh opened its doors nearly 50 years ago, classroom “technology”at the time included chalk, a blackboard and some felt erasers. Times havedefinitely changed. Now that we are into the second decade of the Weband the second generation of the Internet, we have seen a wide range oftools and practices emerge for teaching and learning with and influenced byemerging digital technology.“New technology touches everyone at Walsh,” says Don Boron, director, Information Systems.In residence halls and common areas across campus, students review their professors’ notes,take quizzes, and file assignments, all from the comfort of their laptops, thanks to Walsh’sever-growing wireless capabilities.“We have comprehensive wireless coverage in the Barrette Center, the Farrell Hall/Librarycomplex, and at the Medina site,” says Boron. The long range plan is to have comprehensivewireless coverage at every Walsh location within three years, and a significant start on thatwill begin this summer as new hot spots are created.Boron reports that classroom technology now includes an instructor computer with internaland internet access, VHS & DVD player with re-projection of either onto a large ceilingmountedscreen and remote control of all the above from anywhere in the room.Another technological tool used to facilitate learning is the availability of a CourseManagement System (at Walsh, it is Sakai) that provides for the creation, maintenance,conveyance and testing of electronic course material.“Every instructor and student also has access to Sakai, and its use increases daily,” says MattHudas, applications specialist.Sakai is an Open Source (meaning that it is free and available to everyone) CourseManagement System that allows students to perform a variety of activities, including: takingtests, turning in homework, holding discussions, building wiki’s, checking their grades orsyllabi, and viewing announcements.007

“Sakai provides faculty with the ability to give students up-to-date grade information. It also provides facultywith storage and organization space for student work and offers an alternative way of engaging students in classwork and discussions,” said Hudas.Students also all have access to a plethora of information and material through electronic library services, whichwas recently overhauled to increase the number of periodicals and books available via online research.Seventeen computer labs with over 300 student computers dot the North Canton campus. Inaddition to serving the student population for research and assignments, these can also be used as“teaching labs,” meaning that the instructor has all of the technology identified above, but studentsalso have direct computer access at their desks.Another interactive, Internet-based tool used to assist teaching, learning and job procurement is TK20,specifically designed for the needs of future educators.The Division of Education adopted TK20 last summer, becoming one of only two institutions in the Stateto do so at the time. It enables faculty to post and grade assignments online as well as aggregate electronicportfolios and track and manage field experiences and clinical practices to record a teacher candidate’s progressthrough every gate required for licensing. This data is instantaneously available, so student and advisor canutilize the up-to-date information as they choose the courses for which the student registers in upcoming terms.To date, the division has made tremendous progress in implementing this system. So muchso, that, according to Dr. Jeannie Defazio, TK20 itself “keeps complimenting Walsh facultyand staff for embracing the system so fully and finding ways to utilize its comprehensivefunctions.”Physical therapists in training at Walsh also benefit from leading-edge technology in theDivision’s motor function laboratory, which is used to conduct research, perform clinical trialsto help a patient or health-care provider develop a rehabilitation intervention plan and toprovide an important teaching tool to facilitate students’ learning. The lab was constructedspecifically for movement analysis and features such sophisticated equipment as infrared videocameras, powerful computers and a specialized floor with built-in force plates.Professor Wei Liu, director of the Motor Function Laboratory, is leading a PT student groupresearch project using this technology to examine how arm constraint affects lower limbmovement pattern during stair climbing.New technology is also being utilized for Walsh’s marketing to prospective students, as isevidenced in the recent launch of the “In Their Own Words” podcast series. “Young peopleare incredibly savvy when it comes to how they receive information, and podcasts are a greatway to reach this group,” said Teresa Griffin, director of marketing. The podcast series featuresfaculty from each academic division offering insight as to the content of their programs. “Wewanted to provide a unique way for students considering Walsh to discover what we are allabout. The podcasts also allowed us a personal way to use technology, which is important in the admissionsprocess,” said Griffin.Marketing and Admissions also teamed up to exploit the streaming video phenomenon. Studentguidedresidence hall tours can now be viewed online via the Walsh website, giving prospectivestudents one more way to get a “real” feel for the campus.Even with all the technological changes on the Walsh campus, some things do stay the same.“All classrooms still come equipped with a transparency overhead projector,” noted Boron when discussingclassroom technology. Though considered antiquated, the “overhead” still offers a quick manner for faculty torelay notes to their students, and you know the saying, “If it works…”walsh timessummer 2007

Commencement ‘07As if on cue, the temperature rose, clouds parted and sun shone to welcomemore than 3,000 family and friends to the Walsh campus for the University’s44th annual commencement ceremony. Nearly 350 graduates participated inthe event, which included a keynote address from Rabbi John Spitzer titled“Being On the Mountain: The Transformative Power of Learning.” RabbiSpitzer, of Temple Israel of Canton and Director of Walsh University’s Jewish-Catholic Institute, was also presented an honorary degree, Doctor of HumaneLetters. Tiffany Montgomery, representing the class of 2007, summed up thesentiment of the day perfectly in her senior class address, “We will foreverbe connected through the times we have shared at Walsh and I am eternallygrateful for every moment. It has been a thin slice of heaven.”009

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Newdoctorate in physicaltherapyDegree AddedTo SuccessfulPT ProgramWalsh University’s investment in its Physical Therapy program is paying off: recordsettingenrollment, the addition of new faculty and staff, improved facilities and nowthe addition of a new Clinical Doctorate degree. These are all signs of success for theUniversity, future physical therapy students and, of course, the program’s alums.“From acute hospital trauma patients to Olympic and professional athletes,Walsh provided me with the educational foundation to treat patientsfrom all walks of life,” said Ryan Bitzell, a 2005 graduate and PhysicalTherapist at Proaxis Therapy in Spartanburg, SC. “The program alsoallowed me to grow personally by creating an awareness of the physicaltherapist’s role in the community as a medical professional.”With the addition of a new Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree, Walshis prepared to provide a sound educational background that should better equipthe graduate to enter clinical practice and meet the current and future needs of ourcommunity. The doctoral program will meet industry demands by preparing physicaltherapists who understand and utilize evidence-based practice, are highly competentin patient care and poised to become educators themselves.“We are committed to making our already successful physical therapy program evenbetter,” said President Richard Jusseaume. “The program holds great promise forattracting students who have a serious commitment to achievement, and we lookforward to continuing to prepare outstanding physical therapists for a bright futurein this growing profession.”Though the program began in 1999, the current enrollment is record-setting withthis year’s entrants filling the class to capacity, and the number of applicants isexpected to grow even larger with next year’s admissions process.11

Much of the credit for the program’s successgoes to outgoing director, Dr. Susan Bemis,who retired at the end of this academic year.“The ever-growing enrollment of Walsh’sphysical therapy program shows that word hasspread about its quality and value,” said VicePresident of Enrollment Management, BrettFreshour. “Our accredited and service-orientedprofessors possess top credentials and experience,offer highly-rated courses in state-of-the-artlabs and classrooms and understand the uniqueneeds of the physical therapist in training.”Presently, more than 110 physical therapyalums hold jobs in the field across the country,many considering their Walsh experience asvital to their success in the profession.Supporting the programmatical advances inWalsh’s Physical Therapy program is a state-ofthe-artcadaver laboratory, designed exclusivelyfor anatomical study. The laboratory, whichwas set up with the assistance of the NortheastOhio Universities College of Medicine, allowsstudents hands-on experience in dissectingand understanding the relationships, agingand illnesses involved in human tissue, muscleand bone. The physical therapy programalso houses a state-of-the-art motor functionlaboratory for advanced research. (seeTechnology feature, page 6, for details).“The new DPT program holdsgreat promise for WalshUniversity and the physicaltherapy profession at large.”In addition to a booming enrollment, thePhysical Therapy program has recently gaineda new director, Christopher Petrosino, P.T.,M.Ed., Ph.D.Dr. Petrosino comes to Walsh from KrannertSchool of Physical Therapy at the Universityof Indianapolis, where he served as Directorof its Professional Doctorate in PhysicalTherapy (DPT) program, which is ranked inthe top 10% of Physical Therapy programsby U.S. News and World Reports. Petrosino hasworked as a practicing physical therapist formore than 16 years and served on the facultyat Ohio University for approximately 10 years,where he was instrumental in the developmentof the clinical and professional developmentcurriculum for its DPT program.“The new DPT program holds greatpromise for Walsh University and thephysical therapy profession at large,”said Petrosino. “The DPT degreeprogram more accurately reflects thedepth, breadth, and rigor of the highqualityeducation preparation neededfor current and future practice, and ourgraduates will be better positioned asautonomous health care practitionerswho serve as a point of entry into thehealth care system.”walsh timessummer 2007

Supporting OurBy Captain Michael P. Smith, Class of ‘69president, reserve officers associationWounded WarriorsWe must never forget those who are serving at the “tip of the spear.” Clearly, Reserve Officers Association (ROA) haskept our “wounded warriors” right up front. ROA is one of the few organizations with a Congressional charter toadvise Congress on military issues related to our national security.Thus, I routinely provide testimony to the various CongressionalCommittees on military matters. Those who have returned fromwar, whether members of the regular military components orReserve and Guard (our “Citizen Warriors”), have all been partof our recent ROA activities. Last September 29th, “WoundedWarriors” from Bethesda Naval Hospital and Walter Reed wereinvited to sit right up front while ROA hosted President Bush,the Commander-In-Chief, at a major Presidential address on theGlobal War on Terrorism (GWOT). After the televised program,President Bush spent time to speak with each “Wounded Warrior”and listened to their various war experiences from serving in Iraqand Afghanistan. These special members of the military, manyReservists and Guardsmen, are providing relief to our active force.They are like honored Olympians – who have reached out for thegold. They have been determined and continue to reach out towardwinning the GWOT…working tirelessly and with firm dedication,perseverance, focus and discipline to enter that special winners circle.To be a winner, you have to pay the price. Clearly, our “WoundedWarriors” have indeed paid the price for our freedom and country,and all are winners.Just recently, at the ROA 2007 Mid-Winter conference inWashington, we again honored our “Wounded Warriors” by invitingthem to attend our banquet program. Each was recognized withtheir families and showcased to our collective membership. The2007 Minuteman of the Year, Congressman Gene Taylor (D-MS),saluted these special members of our military. In speaking withthem, all were especially honored to be with our members fromaround the country. However, as wounded as each of them was,they had a desire to return to the battlefield with their respectiveunits and friends. During our opening plenary session, Chairman ofthe House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Ike Skelton(D-MO), our keynote speaker, saluted all who have served and areserving, especially our “Wounded Warriors.”This is the ROA’s significant 85th Anniversary Year and a veryspecial time since our founding by General John Pershing, Generalof the Army, at the Willard Hotel in Washington. We celebratedthat special day in 1922 during our 2007 Mid-Winter Conference.A number of members, along with a recently commissioned NavyReserve officer, joined me once again at the famed Willard Hotelon Pennsylvania Avenue. We lifted our glasses and toasted GeneralPershing in the same ballroom in which ROA was created 85 yearsago. We saluted his vision and leadership that evolved into one ofthe most effective military support associations in the United States.Thank God it continues today. The strength of any organizationis a diverse membership that is focused and disciplined on thevision of its leadership. As a collective team, the ROA, the ReserveOfficers Association League (ROAL), and the national staff with ourindustry partners and congressional supporters continue to worktoward our mission and goals.Clearly, ROA continues our mandate to support our mission andCongressional Charter: “…to advocate strong Reserve Componentsand national security, and to support Reserve officers and theirfamilies in their military and civilian lives.” ROA has been successfulin educating the public, the Congress and the Executive Branchon both accomplishments and the needs of “Citizen Warriors” andtheir families. Before I leave office as the National President I hopeto say to our 75,000 membership: “Mission Accomplished!”13

Bill Luntz:Doing the Right ThingAlbert Schweitzer once said “To Teach by example is not the best way, it is the onlyway.” That not only happens to be one of Bill Luntz’s favorite quotes, it is also aphilosophy he lives by.“You have to take the time to do the right things in life, and that in itself is apowerful example to others,” says Luntz.Doing the right thing in Bill’s life means lending his vision and experience to morethan 30 community organizations and professional boards. In addition to this prolificvolunteerism (and an active professional life), Bill has found the time to develop asuccessful mentoring program that sets examples for disadvantaged youth.Called “Project Wheelbarrow,” the program uses positive life mentors to help getkids on the right track. It hassucceeded by motivating youthto develop the skills needed tocontinue their education andobtain good jobs.Bill believes that it is “importantto realize we can learn frompeople of all cultures and allreligions.” And his support ofWalsh’s new Jewish-CatholicStudies Institute, whichpromotes dialog and study ofJewish and Christian history,thought, and belief, is anexample of his dedication tothat principle.Bill Luntz and wife Sharon“Walsh promotes high moralstandards through their missionand faith-based style of education. I like how that impacts not only the students, butthe community as well.” Bill experienced Walsh’s teaching methods after takingcourses at the University.Luckily, Bill’s example-setting habits run in the family, meaning the University benefitsfrom more than just one Luntz family member. Bill’s wife Sharon is a longtimemember of the Women’s Committee, and his son Greg, former president of Walsh’sAdvisory Board, now sits on the Board of Directors. Bill’s brother, Robert Luntz, alsoserved on the Walsh Advisory Board for several years.“Helping others is what is important, even if you are only getting to one person at atime,” says Bill. “To change one life in a positive way has a profound effect on thatperson and others around him for generations. Each of us has the ability to do thatin our lifetimes, and that is the example I have aspired to set.”Bill and his wife Sharon make their home in Canton along with four children, sevengrandchildren and two great grandchildren.Support YourAlma Mater!The annual Walsh Fund Campaignis having another banner year. Thecampaign, which ends June 30,2007, has already raised over$395,000. Over 15% of WalshUniversity alumni have contributedto the campaign this year tohelp the University reach its goalof $485,000 and 20% alumniparticipation. You can still help usreach these goals by contributingtoday. You can give on-line atwww.walsh.edu or send your giftor pledge to:The Walsh Fund2020 East Maple St.North Canton, OH 44720Our students are counting onyour support!walsh timessummer 2007

Creating An EndowedScholarship CanChange a LifeIn July of 2003, Paul Sigmund createdan endowed scholarship fund atWalsh University to honor his late wifeMargaret’s lifelong love of learning.Jason Downey waited a year after highschool to start college, using that timeto work and save money to reach hisgoals. He was the first in his family topursue a college education.Jason was one of the first students tobenefit from Paul Sigmund’s generosity,receiving the renewable award fromthe Margaret Sigmund EndowedScholarship Fund for the last three years.Jason Downey graduated from WalshUniversity with a degree in educationon April 29, 2007, and will pursue hisMaster’s in Counseling in the fall.Paul Sigmund proudly shared in thecelebration of Jason’s success ongraduation day.To grow, a living being must change. The absence of changeleads to death. As a vibrant living being, Walsh has changedsignificantly over its nearly 50-year history, and this change hasbeen both external and substantial.The external changes are easy to spot. The public is no longer dealing withWalsh College, but Walsh University. The campus formerly housing twobuildings now has 19. The original student body of 67 students has grown tomore than 2500. And the original seven faculty and staff now numbers morethan 600. Typewriters have been replaced by laptops, chalkboards with smartboards and mimeographs by printers and copiers.The students of 1960 were courageous young men who enrolled in a Collegenot yet chartered, whose two buildings were still in the stage of construction.There was only one degree available, a B.A., with a rather inflexible course ofstudies built around a large core curriculum program charged with a heavydose of liberal arts subjects: philosophy, theology, languages, history andscience. The administration believed that such a program gave the mind a greatflexibility, enabling graduates to have the tools to face a multiplicity of careers.This seems to have been proven true because among our early graduates, wefind doctors, lawyers, developers, superintendents and business executives.From 1977 on, Walsh underwent drastic changes. Various degrees andprograms were added. A B.S. became available as well as nursing and graduatedegrees. The education department now offers a variety of specialties, notablyin elementary programs. Starting in September of this year, we will offer aClinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree, one of only two such programsnorth of Columbus. Walsh is also very proud of its Bioinformatics program, abeacon of advanced science study in northern Ohio.If you would like more information onhow to create a named scholarshipfund at Walsh University, please contactJacquie Batchelder, Gift PlanningDirector, at (330) 490-7109 or atjbatchelder@walsh.edu.In 1960, Walsh had no resident students, but beginning in Fall of 2007, over900 men and women will be living among the eight residence halls on campus.These facilities offer state-of-the-art conveniences such as Internet and cableaccess, exercise areas and even a movie theatre – quite attractive for prospectivestudents. And, with our diversity of religious backgrounds on campus, ofwhich 50% are Catholics, Walsh is continually working to enhance its Catholicidentity to reach our goal of becoming a university of distinction.You, alums, through your successful endeavors have made us proud and greatlycontributed to the reputation of Walsh as an academic stronghold. May youcontinue to grow in wisdom and holiness!Yours in Christ,Br. Robert A. Francoeur, FIC15

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12marriages1995Jonathan Walsh married Roxanne Grams on October28, 2006. Jonathan is an inventory and purchasingmanager with Tri-Stat Surgical Center in Martinsburg,WV. Roxanne is a registered nurse at City Hospital inMartinsburg. The couple resides in Hagerstown, MD.1998Christine Eberts married Michael Muniak onDecember 16, 2006. The couple resides inUniontown, Ohio.2001Kristen M. Vazzano and James F. Zurbuch were unitedin marriage June 10, 2006. Kristen is employed atKent State University, and James is employed at MillerTransfer. They live in Stow, Ohio.2002Nicholas Kovach married Shelly Kloss (’03)on December 30, 2006. Nick is a partnershipdevelopment associate with the Positive CoachingAlliance of Palo Alto, California. Shelly is employedwith the J.M. Smucker Company as a plant controller.The couple resides in Oxnard, California.2002Thomas Eugene Miller married Kelly Ann Teal onAugust 5, 2006. Tom is an intervention specialistand girl’s basketball coach at Marlington HighSchool. Kelly is a fourth-grade teacher at LexingtonElementary School. The couple resides in Alliance.2003Persephone Clum married Thomas McCreeryon October 14, 2006. Persephone is employed atHorizons, Inc., in Dover. Thomas is employed atPeoples Services, Inc., in Canton. The couple residesin Tuscarawas County, Ohio.2004Gregory Clements married Samantha Huston onApril 29, 2006. Gregory is employed by Novogradac& Co. LLP of Dover as a senior accountant and CPA.Samantha is employed by Smith Ambulance as anEMT-B. The couple resides in Uhrichsville, Ohio.1Sarah Elizabeth Hamilton married Ryan GeorgeCasper on August 12, 2006. Sarah is pursuing amaster’s degree from the Medical University of Ohio,and Ryan is a Jackson Township firefighter andparamedic. The couple resides in Uniontown, Ohio.William Kittinger married Rebecca Romeo on October14, 2006. Bill is an insurance agent and representativewith Brennan Financial Group in Cleveland. Thecouple resides in North Royalton, Ohio.Anthony L. Quinn and Carrie Lynn Quigley wereunited in marriage on July 7, 2006. Anthony isemployed by Plain Local Schools, and Carrie isemployed by Sky Bank. They reside in Canton.Craig David Vasil married Catherine Ann Christianon June 17, 2006. Craig is a school counselor atFairborn High School and Catherine is a teacher atCreative World of Montessori. They live in Dayton.2006Erin Marie Oberholzer married Joshua Boe Weirichon August 26, 2006. Erin is employed by TheOhio State University, and Josh is employed by m2marketing in Columbus.Tyler Spears married Megan Simcox (’07) on August5, 2006. Tyler is working in logistics for Goodyear inAkron, Ohio. Megan will graduate in the spring of2007 with a nursing degree from Walsh Universityand will start working in June at Akron GeneralMedical Center. The couple resides in Canton.class noteswall of fame inducteesBrittany Harmon – 1998Phil Marquart – 1999Jane Pukys – 1989Jen Truman – 1998Bryan Whittaker – 19921967President Richard Jusseaume was recognized by theGovernor of Ohio with the state’s most distinguishedhonor, The Executive Order of the Ohio Commodore.217

1969Capt. Michael P. Smith is president of theReserve Officers Association of the UnitedStates (ROA). The September issue of TheOfficer featured him on the cover and hisfirst column as president.1970Samuel McKee IV is the Executive VicePresident at New Richmond NationalBank. Samuel and wife Deborah reside inMilford, Ohio.1971Ed Czubek Jr. was appointed by Peek’nPeak Resort and Conference Center asAccount Manager, Travel Industry Sales.He resides in Grafton, Ohio.David Michalski is employed by AAAEast Central as an External Trainer, inPittsburgh, Pennsylvania.John Minniti is self employed as aconsultant. He, wife Kathy, and their twochildren live in Burlington, CT.Patrick Scott is employed by the ArizonaSupreme Court as the Court ManagementSpecialist. He and wife Linda reside inGilbert, Arizona.1972Roger Yokell is employed by U.S. Customs& Border Protection as an InternationalTrade Supervisor.1976In June 2006, Gary Greene retired after30 years with Alliance City Schools. Henow works as a groundskeeper at PleasantView Golf Course and referees high schoolsoccer games. His wife Carie (Cseak ‘95)is teaching 5th grade social studies atLouisville Elementary. The couple resides inLouisville with their children.Michael Lee is employed by Diebold, Inc.,as Vice President of Sales.Timothy Moyer is employed by the HomeDepot as the District Pro Sales Manager inCopley, Ohio. He resides with his family inCleveland, Ohio.1977Kevin Maloney is employed by SpectraLogic Corporation as a Senior SalesRepresentative. Kevin and wife Tina(Fernandez) reside in Dublin, Ohio.1981Melanie McCort is employed as a LeaseAdministration Consultant by NationwideMutual Insurance Company in Columbus.1983Ronald Contini is a Realtor at Jeff WilesRealty. He, wife Melissa, and their twochildren, Emily and Morgan, reside inOrrville, Ohio.Patricia Haines, Ph.D., a certified JewishChaplain, is the new Spiritual Leader at theUnity Church in Massillon, Ohio.1984Jean Miller (Hackel) is employed byGeneral Motors Hybrid Powertrain as anengineer. Jean and husband Gregory residein Plymouth, Michigan.1985Robert Baldassari was awarded thePresident’s Plaque in 2006. It is awardedto The PGA of America member withthe highest individual contribution to theNational Golf Day charities.1987John Appleby is employed by StarbucksCoffee Company.1988Charles McDonald was appointed as aboard member for the Jackson-BeldenChamber of Commerce Board of Trustees.He is married to Maria McDonaldand is the president of the McDonaldDevelopment Corporation and President/Broker of Weichert Realtors-McDonald.1988Jo Ann Musgrave completed coursework fora Master of Science in Information Systemsand will receive her diploma in May.1989Chip Giardina is employed by LKQCorporation as an Operations Controller.1990Bruce Holt is the Manager of Stark CountyMR/DD. Bruce and wife Daryl reside inHomeworth, Ohio.1991Janice Dillen is a Protective ServiceCase Worker for the County of SummitChildren Services Board.Cynthia (Derck) Jepko is employed as aMedical Audit & Appeal RN Specialist atCarolinas Health Care System in Charlotte,North Carolina. She and husband Sam livein Harrisburg, NC.1992Todd Frattura is the Branch Manager/Corporate Vice President at UBS FinancialServices. He, wife Tracy, and three childrenlive in St. Louis, MO.1993Beth English (Gavin) is employed by BayVillage Board of Education as a fifth gradeteacher and coach. She resides in BayVillage, Ohio.walsh timessummer 2007

121996Cynthia (Sick) Boyer is employed by Great Trail CareCenter in Minerva as a Nurse. She and husband Dougreside in Minerva, Ohio.Christina Churchill is employed by Brintech, Inc., asthe Senior Manager of Strategic Services.Brenda (Porters) Myers is employed as a nurse withSignature Health Services in Mansfield, Ohio.Howard Tieche is employed by First Service MortgageInc. as a Mortgage Broker. He and wife Dana(Colburn ’93) reside in Canton.1997Leah (Mercer) Knapp recently joined the staff ofProgressive Insurance as a media relations specialist.She and husband Brad live in University Heights.1998Lisa Hinrich is Computer Artist/ProductionSupervisor at Images Photography. She resides inCastile, New York.1999Chad Self is employed by the Greater ClevelandRegional Transit Authority (RTA) as the MediaRelations Manager. He and his family reside inCleveland Heights.Nicolas Vasquez is a Mental Health-Substance AbuseTherapist at The Village-South. Nick resides inMiami, Florida.2000Dr. Patrick McBrearty has opened McBreartyFamily and Sport Chiropractic. Patrick and wifeStephanie reside in Canton.Jennifer Pafford is a teacher at Riverview Jr/Sr HighSchool in Oakmont, Pennsylvania.Craig Sisak is the Director of Rehabilitation atRockynol Retirement Community in Akron, Ohio. Inan article in Crain’s Cleveland Business he was chosenas one of the top 20 professionals in their 20’s makinga mark on their communities.2001Dr. Jessica Beall is a Physical Therapist at Orthopedicand Sports Medicine Center, in Arnold, Maryland.Shannon (Breiding) McGuiness is employedby Walgreens as a Pharmacist. She resides inNorton, Ohio.Ramona Mercina is employed by Diebold, Inc., as theVice President, International Human Resources.She and husband Paul reside in Canton.Nicole (Robinson) Renicker is teaching ElementaryTitle 1 at Belle Stone Elementary School. She, herhusband, and their son reside in Canton.Shelley Schweitzer has been named Assistant RegionalDirector of the Northeast Lakes Council/DetriotFederation. In addition to her new responsibility,she remains Regional Director of Youth & InformalEducation. Shelley is also an adjunct assistantprofessor of graduate education and serves on theConsultative Council at Walsh University.2002Steven Albrecht is a staff accountant at MVI HomeCare, Inc., in Youngstown, Ohio.Kimberly Ball is a court officer at the Stark CountyFamily Court. She resides in Uniontown.Marcella Dulac recently completed her master’s inadvertising from Boston University. She resides inMassachusetts.Josephine McCormick was selected as the YoungCareerist (YC) winner at the Region 4 YoungCareerist and Individual Development Competitionin New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was judged on careerachievements and ability to project an image thatreflects the role of today’s young work force in society.She is employed at the Coshocton Tribune.Maggie Muennich is employed at Child andAdolescent Service Center as a Professional Counselorand is working toward her Professional ClinicalCounselor licensure.2003Lisa Collins is employed by Breast Cancer Birds,as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, inMalvern, Ohio.Jessica Eichler is employed with Edwin ShawRehabilitation in Lakemore.19