Spring Break in Appalachia - Walsh University

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Spring Break in Appalachia
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Walsh University is an
independent, coeducational
Catholic, Liberal Arts and
Sciences Institution.
Founded by the Brothers of
Christian Instruction, Walsh
University is dedicated to
educating its students to
become leaders in service
to others through a valuesbased
education with an
international perspective in
the Judeo-Christian tradition.
President’s Message
As we complete our 49th year, our 46th commencement, and my 8th year as president,
we do so with a sense of profound gratitude—to God, the Brothers, our faculty and
staff, and our devoted alumni.
I have always said that the real test of the quality of an institution is the quality of its
alumni. Our nearly 9,000 alumni excel in all sorts of professions. They excel in their
servant leadership to their communities, their churches, and their families. As you read
through this edition of the Walsh Times, you will see this demonstrated time and again.
We’re about to launch the celebration of our 50th anniversary. As I look ahead to the
planned events, the opportunities to reminisce, the reunions, the banners, billboards,
video, songs, and memory book, I get excited. I know I won’t be here for the 100th
anniversary, so I am going to make this one special.
Plan ahead. Plan to attend a few events if you live fairly close. Plan to come back—bring
your family if you choose—and see the unbelievable transformation of your alma mater.
We’re inviting all the American Brothers to attend. We look forward to seeing you and
sharing stories. Make this something special you’ll do this year. It’s a chance to relive a
moment in time. It’s a chance to talk with people you may never see again.
thanks in advance for caring. if it truly is about the people, then come
when the people are here. we look forward to your visit.
Richard Jusseaume, President
Class of 1967

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Spring Break in Appalachia
Contents
02 Campus News
04 Best of the Year
06 2009 Commencement
08 spring Break in Appalachia
10 A Tale of Three Companies
12 Viva Walsh Vegas
14 What is your Walsh IQ?
15 Brother Charlie scholarship Continuing His legacy
16 Rwandan Holocaust survivor Immaculée
17 Charitable Gift Annuity
18 Alumni Notes
Congratulations to Walsh University’s Doctor of physical Therapy Graduates.
change-of-address and general correspondence to:
Office of Alumni Relations
Dan Gravo
2020 East Maple Street
North Canton, OH 44720-3336
phone: 330.244.4752
e-mail: dgravo@walsh.edu
www.walsh.edu

t o p to b o t t o m :
Dr. Gerald F. Koser
Olivieri Dedication
Congressman John Boccieri
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CAmpus NEWs
professor Earns National Award for Iodine Chemistry – Walsh Featured in
International publication
The American Chemistry Society honored Walsh professor Dr. Gerald F. Koser with the
prestigious national Award for Creative Research and Applications of Iodine Chemistry
sponsored by SQm S.A.
Dr. Koser presented a keynote address and received his award from the American
Chemical Society at the national meeting in Salt Lake City during the week of march
23rd. In addition, Dr. Koser and Walsh received international attention when a written
profile of his award was included in the February 9 edition of the international magazine
Chemical & Engineering News (C&EN) published by the American Chemical Society.
“This is a very prestigious award for Dr. Koser and we are honored to have him teaching
at Walsh University,” said michael Dunphy, Chair of the Division of mathematics and
Sciences. “As a consequence of having Jerry on board, we now have Organo-Iodine
chemical research at Walsh.”
Dr. Koser retired from The University of Akron in 2005 as a distinguished professor emeritus.
he was recruited by Dr. michael Dunphy to teach as an adjunct Walsh professor in fall 2006.
Walsh Celebrates Dedication of the Fred Olivieri Family Towers
Walsh University formally dedicated the Fred Olivieri Family Towers in a special ceremony
on Tuesday, April 14. The ceremony was followed by tours of the facility.
Completed in 2007, the Fred Olivieri Family Towers is a four-story residence hall that offers
single-room, double-room, and suite style accommodations for 156 upper-class students.
The facility offers a spacious common area, computer lab, classroom, fitness center, seventyfive
seat movie theater and a convenience store offering grab-and-go foods.
Business Club Welcomes Congressman John Boccieri
The Walsh University Business and Communication Club hosted Congressman John
Boccieri of the 16th District as the keynote speaker during its 44th Annual Scholarship
Luncheon on Friday, April 17. Over 300 people attended the luncheon to hear the
Congressman speak about the local economy.
Congressman John Boccieri was sworn into office as the United States Representative
to Ohio’s 16th Congressional District on January 6, 2009. he represents Wayne,
Stark, and southern portions of medina and Ashland Counties. he succeeded former
Congressman Ralph Regula in office.
The Business and Communication Club is the largest club on the Walsh campus. The
Annual Scholarship Luncheon is an opportunity to invite the local business community
to Walsh to share insight into today’s business world and to raise needed scholarship
dollars for deserving business and communication students.
Walsh Receives Grant for Center for College Readiness
U.S. Rep. John Boccieri recently announced that Walsh will receive a $333,000 grant
for the Center for College Readiness, through the Omnibus Appropriations Bill. This
legislation is the result of negotiations between both house and Senate leadership.

The Center for College Readiness is a college preparation program aimed at improving
the college readiness of area high school students and assisting at risk college students
who arrive on campus unprepared for academic success. The program provides students
with the support and information they need to make college a viable part of their future.
Business students Invited to meet the International president of Rotary
Rather than following a set syllabus, the two classes of BUS 304 have consolidated to
form one corporation while completing two separate and distinct outreach plans for the
Rotary Clubs of Cleveland and Canton. In celebration of their 100th anniversary and as
a gift to the City of Cleveland and its youth, the Rotary Club of Cleveland has agreed to
be the port Organizer of the 2010 Tall Ships Festival. The Tall Ships Youth Sail Training
program is being designed to provide life, interpersonal and leadership skills for students
from the Cleveland metropolitan School District, through classroom, dockside and “on
the water” training.
In addition, the class created a marketing strategy to sell 500 pro Football hall of Fame
Dream Weekend raffle tickets for the Canton Rotary. Organized by the Canton Rotary
Charitable Fund, proceeds from this special program will benefit participating Rotary
Clubs throughout the United States.
In honor of their hard work over the semester, the students were extended the unique
invitation to meet Rotary International president D.K. Lee, hosted by the Rotary Club of
Cleveland in march.
New Board members Appointed and Emeritus status Granted to Four
Walsh University recently appointed two new members, Fr. James Sullivan, O.p., and
msgr. James Clarke, to the Walsh University Board of Directors. In addition, former Board
members were granted the honor of emeritus Status. honored with the title Director
emeritus were Thomas Schervish, Charles Tyburski, Virginia Jeffries, and Sr. Judith Karam.
Walsh Hosts Football’s First Junior World Championship this June
In June, Walsh will serve as residence and practice site for eight international football
teams from four continents competing in the 2009 International Federation of American
Football (IFAF) Junior World Championship.
Fawcett Stadium will host all 12 IFAF Junior World Championship Games. The historic
tournament marks football’s first world championship among high school-aged national
teams. Five of the University’s residence halls will house the tournament’s 360 teenage
athletes. national teams that have clinched IFAF Junior World Championship berths
include: Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Sweden and the United States.
USA Football’s Junior national Team, representing the United States and led by head
coach ChUCK KYLe of Cleveland St. Ignatius high School, also will conduct practices
on the Walsh University fields approximately two weeks prior to the tournament.
Scheduled practices among the international teams will be open to the public.
For more information regarding the 2009 IFAF Junior World Championship,
visit www.jwcfootball.com.
Faculty and staff Contribute
390 Years of service
Congratulations to the following staff and faculty
members of Walsh who will be celebrating
milestone anniversaries of employment.
Together they represent close to 400 years of
service and excellence impacting the lives of
generations of Walsh students.
5 YEARs
Diane Adams
Krista Burrows
miguel Chavez
marietta Daulton
Kathy Davis
Brendan Dick
Linda Farnsworth
Jason Fugitt
Patricia Garber
Ann Haines
michael Hannon
sheryl Holt
Patricia smith
Diane Thompson
10 YEARs
ernest Boyd
Thomas Campbell
Patricia Cauley
John Fankhauser
Judith Green
Robert Humpheries
Amy malaska
Christine mcCallum
Bridgette Neisel
Lois Pickens
susan Reichard
Jean smyth
Richard Walsh
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20 YEARs
Kathleen Buttermore
Dale Howard
Christine mcKeon
Rahmat Tavallali
25 YEARs
Lori Geyer
35 YEARs
John Trapani
40 YEARs
Joseph ezzie

Best of the Year
t o p to b o t t o m :
Record-setting enrollment
Donor recognition of the Klekotka Tennis Complex
Unveiling of new look for the Cavalier mascot
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During 2008-09,
Walsh University celebrated several milestones that
marked another year of growth and prosperity for our campus. The following
timeline provides only a sampling of the many positive high points of the
past school year.
AuGusT 2008
• ninth straight year for record-setting enrollment
• Largest freshman class with 516 students
• Launched newly designed Accelerated BSn program
sEpTEmBER 2008
• Donor recognition ceremony for Klekotka Tennis Complex, eight lane track, baseball
field, milazzo Soccer Field and Vasco Sports Athletic Field
• Formal dedication of the Gaetano m. Cecchini Family health and Wellness Complex
OCTOBER 2008
• 2008 Outstanding Alumni Awards to Darrell Woods (‘83) and Jacqueline manser (‘78)
• Dr. George Duncan, former Walsh history Department Chair, honored with Lifetime
Achievement Award
• Joseph C. eaton (‘70) receives Distinguished Service Award
NOVEmBER 2008
• Walsh selected as nAIA Champions of Character Institution
• Women’s Volleyball- AmC Champions and nAIA national Tournament Qualifier
• men’s Cross Country- mike Groholy named nAIA Daktronics Scholar-Athlete
• Women’s Cross Country- Andrea Dininno advances to nAIA national Championships
• Women’s Cross Country- Jackie misiak and Stephanie Sielski named nAIA Daktronics-
Scholar-Athlete
• Football- Brian Williams Jr. named first-team All-mid-States Football Association
• Football- mark Sexton receives Joshua David Zimmerman memorial Scholarship
DECEmBER 2008
• Women’s Volleyball- megan mcDonald earns AmC player of the Year and northeast
Region player of the Year
• Women’s Volleyball- Krista Singleton named ne Coach of the Year
• Victoria S. Conley honored with Distinguished Service medal
• Brother Robert Gonneville, FIC, Director General and Co-Founder of Terre Sans
Frontières, receives prestigious Founders’ Award

JANuARY 2009
• Walsh unveils new look for the Cavalier mascot
• Walsh named international village for International Federation of American Football
(IFAF) Junior World Championship in July
• Fifty students, alumni and staff travel to Washington D.C. for Inauguration of 44th
president of the United States, Barack Obama
• Thirty-eight Walsh students travel to Washington D.C. for Roe v. Wade rally
• CACRep announces Counseling and human Development accreditation through 2015
FEBRuARY 2009
• phi Alpha Theta honor Society of history installs first chapter at Walsh
• Second consecutive year nursing students earn highest pass rate in the state on the
nCLX exam for traditional BSn programs
• Walsh appoints two new Board of Directors members, Fr. James Sullivan, O.p., and
msgr. James Clarke
• Walsh honors four Board members – Thomas Schervish, Charles Tyburski, Virginia
Jeffries, and Sr. Judith Karam – with Director emeritus status
• Center for College Readiness receives $330,000 grant from appropriations bill
mARCH 2009
• men’s Basketball – captures AmC Championship
• men’s Basketball – Brandon Speck named nAIA Daktronics- Scholar-Athlete
• men’s Basketball – Joe Shardo selected First Team nAIA All-American
• Women’s Basketball – Katie Berry named first-team All-American mideast Conference
• Women’s Basketball – Angela eicaelman nAIA Daktronics- Scholar-Athlete
• Institute for Jewish/Catholic Studies hosts “Children of Abraham” exhibit and Symposium
• Dr. Gerald Koser earns American Chemistry Society national Award for Iodine Chemistry
• Dr. Jacqueline novak, recipient of the 2009 Frontiers in physiology professional
Development Fellowship
• Dr. Joseph Alan Bauer, profiled in US News and World Report for breakthrough
research in cancer
ApRIl 2009
• Congressman John Boccieri keynotes Business and Communication Club Annual
Scholarship Luncheon
• Walsh Celebrates Dedication of the Fred Olivieri Family Towers
• Tower of excellence Award presented to Ben Daleiden
• Outstanding Student Awards presented to mark muntean and Kristen Sasin
• Donald Colaner honored with Distinguished Service Award
• Bishop George murry receives honorary Doctoral Degree
mAY 2009
• First museum Studies class to Rome, Florence and paris
• Dedication of the Father matthew herttna Counseling Center
• Politician Extraordinaire: The Tempestuous Life and Times of Martin L. Davey by
Dr. Frank p. Vazzano named a finalist for 2009 Ohioana Book Award
t o p to b o t t o m :
Fifty students, alumni, and staff travel to Washington
D.C. for Inauguration of 44th President, Barack Obama
Men’s Basketball-captures AMC Championship
Tower of Excellence Award presented to Ben Daleiden
Dr. Frank P. Vazzano book signing
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2009
Commencement
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“No matter how much we talk about success, it is resolve
that counts,” said Bishop George V. Murry, of the Diocese of
Youngstown and keynote speaker at Walsh University’s 46th
commencement ceremony held Sunday, April 26, 2009. “Now is
your time. Now is your opportunity. Seize the day.”
596 Walsh graduates were awarded their respective degrees
at the ceremony which included 34 graduates of Walsh’s first doctorate
program, the Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Bishop Murry was
also presented with an honorary degree by President
Richard Jusseaume.
Special honors were also bestowed on this year’s Distinguished
Service Medal recipient, Donald Colaner. Recognized for his
work serving our community, Colaner retired from Hilscher-
Clarke in 1995 and has served on numerous boards in the
Canton area, including the Canton YMCA, Canton City School
District, Stark State Technical College, Greater Canton Chamber
of Commerce, Rotary Club of Canton, The Builders Exchange
of Northeastern Ohio, and the Catholic Community League
Board. In addition, Colaner headed Walsh University’s 1993
annual campaign for Scholarships and has served on the
University’s Advisory Board.
This year’s senior speaker for the ceremony was Anthony Catale,
a double major in Government and Foreign Affairs and
Communication. Catale was the youngest person ever elected to
the Youngstown City School Board in 2007, at the age of 20, and
was selected by fellow board members to be President of the board
in January of 2009. While at Walsh he was a four year member
of Walsh University Student Government and served as Freshman
Senator, Sophomore Senator, and two years as Senate Chair.

Walsh runs in the family for these second generation grads.
Other Honors
Walsh graduates Mark Muntean and Kristen
Sasin shared this year’s Outstanding
Student Award honors, while Ben Daleiden
received the 2009 Tower of Excellence
Award. These awards were presented prior
to the commencement ceremony. Mark
Muntean is a native of Canton, Ohio, a
graduate of McKinley High School and
Rhema Bible College, and received his
Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance this
past December. Kristen Sasin is a graduate
of Perry High School and received her
Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate
Communication.
Ben Daleiden is a member of Walsh’s UPB
(University Programming Board), staff
writer for The Spectator, retreat coordinator,
and recipient of the Vanesse Scholarship
and the Richard A. Gulling Leadership
Scholarship. Ben was also named “Resident
Assistant of the Year” in 2007 and inducted
into the Dale S. Howard Chapter of the
National Residence Hall Honorary during
his time at Walsh.
A Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing at
Walsh since 2006, Professor Sue Wechter
received the “Educator of the Year
Award.” Each year, Walsh graduates are
asked to name the educator that is most
deserving of this honor, a true compliment
to Sue’s commitment and impact in the
classroom. Sue holds an M.S.N. from
Kent State University and a B.S.N. from
Ursuline College.
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Mustard seed and Mountain
“If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from
here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you.”
The words “Spring Break” often evoke
thoughts of partying college students, sunny
beaches and worried parents. But for a group
of 22 Walsh students, Spring Break took
on a different meaning. This past March it
became five days to make a difference in
the lives of others, in the poorest areas
of Appalachia.
Often called America’s Third World, progress
in Central Appalachia is often challenged
by stagnant local economies, inadequate
education, and communities that lack access
to human and public services. Homes are
often no more than shelter, with limited
running water or indoor plumbing, poor
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insulation and crumbling foundations. For
many families, assistance with basic home
improvements and an open heart can make
all the difference between living or barely
surviving in Appalachia.
Spring Break 2009 saw the largest group of
Walsh students to volunteer in the program's
over 10 year history.
“I think the increase in participation,
especially from our freshman class, proves
that Walsh’s mission of service has been
embraced by our students,” said Mary
Niedenthal, Student Outreach Coordinator.
To accommodate the increased interest,
students were split into two separate groups
– one traveling to Mustard Seed and Mountain
in NorthFork, West Virginia, with Campus
Ministry Director Miguel Chavez, and the
other group to the Gift of Tears Catholic
Worker Farm in Spencer, West Virginia,
under the supervision of Psychology Professor
Dr. Joseph Wayand.
Preparation before the trip included
learning about the history of the region,
understanding the traditions of its inhabitants
and examining the culture deeply imbedded
in pride. Volunteer activities by both groups
included basic home repairs, interaction
with residents and preparing meals for both
volunteers and the families they served. One
group endured bitter cold temperatures
finishing an attic room so an elderly woman
could invite her grandkids and relatives
to visit and stay the night. Students were
surprised by the welcome reception they
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received. “We weren’t just volunteering
in their homes. It was like working in the
home of a friend -- by the end of our trip
we were all working alongside of each
other,” said Sarah Reed.
“My group was working in the home of a
young married couple who were expecting,”
said Maria Crookston. “We were all shocked
to learn they were our age – 17 and 19.
They had so many hardships but were so
happy with their simple life. It was actually
humbling to be in their presence. It was a
reminder of what really matters in life – not
possessions, but love.”
Students also received an education on
mountain top removal and valley fill coal
mining. “In NorthFork, the families we
visited depend on coal to heat their homes
and stay alive,” said Crookston, who
through Walsh has traveled to both Spencer
and NorthFork. “In Spencer, it’s the
complete opposite. The need for coal is
destroying the land and threatening their
entire community.”
Mountain top removal and blasting from
coal mining has destroyed entire towns with
damaging floods, landslides and the pollution
of rivers and streams essential to local
water supplies.
“It’s more than a service learning project.
Appalachian residents receive respect and
compassion, as well as assistance,” said
Niedenthal. “Our students return transformed
and passionate about conservation and aid
to Appalachia. They become the voices for
those they have served – encouraging others
to take notice and take part.”
While the quality of life in much of the
region has improved through increased
awareness and volunteer efforts over the past
decades, pockets of poverty remain today.
“It’s up to us,” said Crookston. “But the
changes that need to happen in Appalachia
may not happen in our lifetime. So, I guess
all we can do is plant the seed and hope it
will grow into something good…and that
someday it will be strong enough to sustain
itself. That’s a start.”
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Three
A tale of
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the past year has seen the downfall of business giants such as Lehman Brothers, Bear stearns, Merrill Lynch and
the government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. While the economy's ups and downs have caused
most of the country sleepless nights worrying about a recession, for some this has been a year of success. three
businesses with Walsh alumni ties are proving that it is possible to not only survive but also thrive during a rocky
economic year. For all three alumni, success has hinged on an attitude that puts people before money. their
successes are examples of how to effectively merge the mission of Walsh service with daily business
operations. It is this combination that has provided personal fulfillment and professional success for Walsh
Alums Marie Cutlip, Don Caster and Richard McQueen.
For Marie Cutlip it was
the ability to dream big
that helped to launch
her financial firm Better
Financial Solutions,
LLC in January 2005,
with the goal to become
Marie Cutlip ‘01
one of the first national
CPA firms founded by a woman in the U.S.
“Through Walsh I discovered the joy in
helping others to succeed. As a team, my
staff seeks to always bring out the best in our
colleagues and we’re careful to treat every
relationship with integrity and respect,” said
Cutlip. “We believe in a corporate climate
that values trust and respect over dollars. It’s
our client’s trust that is the most important
asset we have. It’s that trust that we safeguard.”
With a focus on personal service, the team
of professionals at Better Financial
solutions includes seasoned tax experts,
certified QuickBooks Pros, and knowledgeable,
friendly support specialists. Cutlip’s experience
includes working for Fortune 500 International
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Companies, heading accounting departments
and serving as Financial Controller to privately
owned entities.
“We started out with a focus on individual
financial assistance. We continue to evolve
with the market and are now seeing a
significant increase in our business clients.
But no matter what lies ahead, we will
always remain focused on personal attention.
It’s what sets us apart,” said Cutlip.
The evolution of the
organic food market
paired with an unwavering
focus on building
relationships has proven
to be the winning
recipe of success for
Don Caster ‘72
Paulette ‘72 and Don
Caster. Raisin Rack Natural Foods was
founded in Canton in 1978 and expanded
to Westerville in 1983.The Canton location
has doubled in size in the past 13 years with
two expansions to handle increased sales,
services and product lines in a thriving
market. The Westerville store tripled in size
in November 2006. In 2007, Raisin Rack
was ranked one of the 5000 fastest growing
private companies in the country by Inc.com.
Organics is a growing market, at the rate
of 20 percent a year. It is estimated that
Americans spend about $45 billion on
natural and organic foods and created an
increased demand for locally grown products
at competitive prices. But for Caster, it is
not only customer relationships, but the
connections made with local growers and
suppliers that sets Raisin Rack apart in the
growing organic food competitive market.
Caster attributes the company’s success to an
unwavering focus on Raisin Rack’s founding
goals of providing healthy food, personal
enrichment and educational resources for
customers to better meet their individual
dietary and lifestyle needs.
“We wanted to create an experience for
customers, with the idea to provide a natural
and healthy alternative to what is available

panies
in grocery chains,” said Caster. “We began
with the goal to serve as a resource and
grocer on healthy living. Providing our
customers with the knowledge they need
to choose one product over another, we have
been able to develop a company culture
that fosters stellar customer service and
encourages going above and beyond
the call of duty.”
For the Akron-
Canton Airport,
connections mean more
than flight numbers.
Newly promoted
President and CEO
Richard McQueen
Richard McQueen ‘81
credits the growth of
the Akron-Canton Airport to a customer
service policy that extends beyond the
airport customers – it includes employees,
airlines, and the entire NE Ohio region. The
Akron Canton Airport (CAK) celebrated a
record breaking 2008 despite facing challenging
economic conditions over the past year.
For 26 years, Richard McQueen has played
an active role in the airport's steady growth.
McQueen began his career at the airport as
an accountant in 1982. He was
promoted to controller, then
assistant director of
finance and
administration and then held the position of
assistant airport director, the number two
position in the organization. Now Rick is
leading CAK, one of the fastest growing
airports in the nation and his commitment
to customer service has never been stronger.
“While many air carriers have reduced
amenities for customers, the Akron-Canton
Airport has remained committed to our core
value of service,” said McQueen. “A big part
of that is building shared responsibility within
our staff. Each one of us is committed to
making Akron-Canton Airport a better way
to go. To us it is more than a motto it is a
commitment to total customer care.”
Said McQueen, “our people are our
greatest strength. They are on the front
lines,representing our brand and our
values to passengers every day. Each
CAK team member takes pride
in his/her work and it shows.
Sparkling clean facilities,
friendly service, and
extra amenities
create a
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relaxing customer experience. Our team
knows that these seemingly small details will
keep passengers coming back time and time
again. It is a key competitive advantage in
good and bad economic times.”
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Viva Walsh V
By Annette (Smeltzer) Bernard, Class of 1998
Michelle (Kolessar) Biery, Class of 1998
For the ninth straight year, the Walsh University Alumni Association transformed the Barrette
Business and Community Center into a piece of the Vegas Strip, all to raise money for capital
improvements and student scholarships. The event had a little something for everyone,
combining simulcast horseracing, blackjack and poker tables along with continuous raffles
and a 160 item silent auction. Mix together an open bar with an all-you-can-eat Vegas style
buffet, and you’ve got a recipe for a great time.
“Viva Walsh Vegas is the one event the Alumni Association works the better part of a year
planning. It is a success thanks to the hard work of the committee and committee chairs who
have taken ownership of the event,” said Michael Reed, Class of 1987 and Alumni Board of
Trustees President. “It just keeps getting bigger and better every year! Many new alums
attended this years event, some who hadn’t been back on campus for a number of years.”
Besides homecoming, the annual Vegas Night is the largest Alumni gathering of the year.
This year, over 375 people attended the event, which through ticket sales, raffles, and
auctions raised more than $23,000. Talk about hitting the jackpot.
Anna Pugh, owner of Enviroscapes commented, “we attend a number of charitable events
each year, and Walsh Vegas is one of our favorites. There is so much excitement and energy.”
The attendees summoned Lady Luck at the poker and blackjack tables. Congratulations to
Paul Bell who took home this year’s Texas Hold-Em jackpot. Meanwhile, others were
bidding on over 160 donated items that ranged from a variety of gift baskets and Cavs and
Indian’s ticket packages to more extravagant items such as a trip to Mexico at the Mayan
Riviera, an Akron Aeros loge, and the infamous Walsh Ox Roast for 30.
In the midst of silent bidding wars, the sounds of horses going all out for 10 races could be
heard. For a mere $2 wager, attendees stepped up to the betting ring, and were instantly
able to experience the thrill of the race, cheering their horses down the backstretch.
Another big event each year is the Royale Raffle. This year’s prize was two round-trip airline
tickets good for anywhere AirTran flies. Congratulations to Rahmat Tavallali who was this
year’s lucky recipient. Many others were lucky at Big Bills where they won various raffles
worth either $50 or $100.
“We look forward to the event every year,” said Megan (Schleimer) Maloney, Class of 2003.
“It is great to return to campus, reconnect with friends, play some games and hopefully win
some money in the process.”
We would like to thank everyone who attended and contributed to the event, especially our
horseracing sponsor, Enviroscapes, and our trip raffle sponsor, AirTran. The event could
not be a success without time, donations and efforts made by the alumni, university staff,
student volunteers as well as local businesses. In the words made famous by the King himself,
“Thank You – Thank You very much!”
Looks like Elvis has officially left campus but will return for next year’s event on March 6,
2010. Mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
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1. In what unusual place at Walsh was the game of Monopoly played to raise money for charity?
2. What type of pie was served in the Walsh cafeteria on Saturday morning
3. In 1995, Walsh opened a new campus in Akron to launch which program for working adults?
4. What item seemed to “randomly” appear in the top of the bell tower each fall as a unique Walsh tradition?
5. Who was Walsh College named for?
6. “Cavaliers” became Walsh’s official nickname in what year?
7. In what year did the crosstown rivalry begin between Walsh and Malone?
8. Where in Maine did the Brothers of Christian Instruction open La Mennais College?
9. What Nobel Prize winner visited Walsh in the summer of 1982, drawing a crowd of nearly 2000 people?
10. What year did Walsh become a University?
11. What year did Walsh become a co-ed school?
12. What women’s team won the NAIA National Championship in 1998?
13. What 1972 Olympic Gold Medalist served as Walsh Men’s Track and Cross Country Coach?
14. What year did the men’s basketball team win the NAIA Championship?
15. How many presidents has Walsh had to date?
16. How many students comprised Walsh’s first graduating class in 1964?
17. What year did Walsh launch the “Spectator” school newspaper?
18. Who was Walsh’s first president?
19. How many Brothers founded Walsh College?
20. Who was named editor of Walsh’s first yearbook?
21. What year were the Brothers of Christian Instruction Founded in
Brittany, France?
22. What year did Walsh College open its doors?
answers can be found on page 21

the Br. Charlie scholarship Committee:
Br. Charles St. James
1932–2006
Established in 2005, The Br. Charles St. James
Scholarship is given to students that exemplify
something that the late Br. Charlie was well
known for - helping others. A true testament
to his life’s work, the scholarship has continued
to grow thanks to a seemingly infinite number
of alumni and friends who have come together
to not only fund the scholarship but also
insure that it becomes endowed and remains
a resource forever.
The scholarship began in 2005 when the
Br. Charlie Bowl-A-Thon was formed
through an initiative of Walsh’s Residence Life
staff. Each year, faculty, staff, students, friends
and alumni rally to participate in the bowling
fundraiser to replenish the scholarship funding.
Walsh’s Office of Residence Life has pledged
to raise $2000-$3000 each year for the
scholarship through the Bowl-A-Thon. In
its inaugural year, Br. Charlie rolled out the
first ball to a cheering crowd and the event
has been a success ever since.
The outpouring of support for the scholarship
continued to increase after Br. Charlie’s
CONTINUING HIS LeGACy
passing due to Parkinson’s Disease on
December 17, 2006. Several alumni joined
together at Walsh making calls to friends
and alumni to relay the sad news, and it
wasn’t long before alums, old friends and
even people Br. Charlie had met only once
asked how they could make a contribution
in his name.
From then on, the response in further
establishing the scholarship has flourished.
The recently formed Friends of Br. Charlie
Scholarship Committee has continued to
promote and sustain Br. Charlie’s legacy of
service by pledging their time to help raise
funds necessary to endow the scholarship.
For the scholarship to become endowed, a
minimum of $25,000 must be raised.
Once that level is reached, the scholarship
will become a permanent resource for
Walsh University students for years to
come. Currently more than $50,000 have
been pledged toward its funding and it has
accrued over $23,000 actual dollars. The
Friends of Br. Charlie Scholarship Committee
has set a goal to reach $75,000.
About Br. Charlie
Br. Charlie was born in Burlington, VT.,
on June 29, 1932, the son of the late George
and Laurette (Senesac) St. Jacques. He was a
graduate of St. Anthony School and Cathedral
High School in Burlington, completed a
year at St. Michael’s College, Colchester,
VT., and then began his formal training as
a religious brother at La Mennais College in
Alfred, Maine. His year as a novice was spent
at the Brothers’ novitiate at Oka, Quebec,
Canada. His final profession was in 1958.
From 1955 to 1970, Brother Charles was a
high school teacher at the Brothers’ schools
in Alfred; Fall River, Mass.; and Detroit.
While in Detroit, he earned a master’s
degree in library science.
From 1970 to 1974, Brother St. James
was associate director of vocations for the
Archdiocese of Detroit while serving as
vocation director for the Brothers until
1977. At the same time he served a term as
executive director for the National Conference
of Religious Vocation Directors of Men, with
offices in Chicago. He received a master’s
degree in Pastoral Studies from Loyola
University, Chicago.
Br. Charlie spent 13 years in campus ministry
at Loyola, prior to coming to Walsh in 1992,
where he continued to minister to college
students by his presence, his ability to listen,
and his assistance helping students network
with others. Walsh presented Brother Charles
with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006.
Br. Charlie is survived by two sisters,
Gabrielle Havreluk of East Fairfield, VT.,
and Suzanne Fisher of Treasure Island,
FL., as well as nine nieces and nephews,
and several cousins.
For more details, visit
www.walsh.edu/brcharliescholarship or contact
Craig Eynon, Director of Annual Giving
and Donor Relations at ceynon@walsh.edu.
the Friends of Br. Charlie scholarship
Committee Members/Contact Information:
Craig Eynon • ceynon@walsh.edu
Jason Fugitt • jfugitt@walsh.edu
Tadd Kruse • tkruse@auk.edu.kw
Todd Leskovich • tlesko00@yahoo.com
Michael Maloney
michael.j.maloney@windstream.com
Tim McGrath • tmcgrath@aultman.com
Marc Sprang • marcsprang@hotmail.com
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As a part of the 50th Anniversary
Celebration, Walsh University is
honored to welcome international
author and one of world’s leading
speakers on peace, Immaculee
Illibagiza, to campus October 22,
2009, and invites the public to
witness her inspiring message
of love and forgiveness. Her story
will resonate with anyone whose
life has been touched by loss and
whose faith has been tested
by tragedy.
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Brings Message of Forgiveness to Walsh,
October 22, 2009
On April 6, 1994, Immaculée Illibagiza,
a college student visiting home for the
Easter holiday, sought refuge in a minister’s
home with six women, just hours before a
murderous frenzy unleashed in Rwanda.
Urged to hide by her devout Catholic father,
Immaculee and the six women huddled in a
rarely used bathroom, hidden not only from
intruders but also from the minister’s large
family. The tiny room measured only three
feet by four feet. The women took turns
standing and lived off of scraps from the
minister’s table.
Witnesses had seen the women arrive at the
pastor’s house, but no one had seen them
leave. Those responsible for the violence, the
Hutus, repeatedly returned to the minister’s
home, calling and taunting Immaculee by
name as they searched. Hunted by her former
neighbors, unable to speak and barely able
to move, Immaculee found solace in her
Catholic faith, immersing herself in prayer
on the red and white rosary given by her
father just hours before she went into hiding.
As an internationally acclaimed author,
Immaculee is a Tutsi survivor of the genocide
that swept Rwanda from April to July
1994, when ordinary Hutu citizens rose up
against their ethnic rivals, the Tutsi people.
More than 800,000 people were killed
during 100 days, often by people they had
known all their lives. Nearly all of Ilibagiza’s
family - including her father, mother and
two brothers – were among those murdered.
Immaculée bravely emerged from her hiding
place to face a new life, transformed by
the discovery of God’s unconditional love.
Overcoming fear, anger and the desire for
revenge, Immaculée embodies a faith so
strong she was able to seek out and forgive
her family’s killers.
Today, Immaculée is regarded as one of the
world’s leading speakers on peace, faith, and
forgiveness. Dr. Wayne W. Dyer is quoted
as saying, “There is something much more
than charisma at work here - Immaculée not
only writes and speaks about unconditional
love and forgiveness, but she radiates it
wherever she goes.”
Immaculée’s first book, Left to Tell: Discovering
God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust (Hay
House) was released in March of 2006. Left
to Tell quickly became a New York Times
Best Seller. To date it has been translated
into fifteen languages worldwide.
Immaculée’s story has also been made
into a documentary titled “The Diary of
Immaculée.” She has appeared on 60
Minutes, CNN, EWTN, The Aljazeera
Network, The New York Times, USA Today,
Newsday, and many other domestic and
international outlets. She was recently
featured in Michael Collopy’s “Architects
of Peace” project, which honored legendary
people like Mother Teresa, Jimmy Carter,
Nelson Mandela, and the Dalai Lama. She
has been recognized and honored with
numerous humanitarian awards including
The Mahatma Gandhi International Award
for Reconciliation and Peace in 2007.

You can make a gift to Walsh
and generate income for life
BenefiTS include:
1. A charitable income tax deduction
2. Income for life
3. Possible reduction in probate costs and
estate taxes
4. Generous support of Walsh University
exaMple raTeS
single Life
age rate
60 5.0
65 5.3
70 5.7
75 6.3
80 7.1
Current rates as approved by the American Council on Gift Annuities
What is a Charitable Gift Annuity?
A charitable gift annuity is a simple contract
between you and Walsh University.
In exchange for your irrevocable gift of cash, securities, or other assets, Walsh
University agrees to pay you or one to two other annuitants a fixed sum each
year for life. This type of gift might be especially attractive if you are aged 70
or above, you want to support Walsh University, and you would like to secure
an immediate stream of income for yourself or for yourself and your spouse.
The older your designated annuitants are at the time of the gift, the greater the
fixed income Walsh University can agree to pay. In addition to the stream of
fixed payments, the gift will also generate an immediate charitable income-tax
deduction. In most cases, part of each payment is tax-free, increasing each
payment’s after-tax value.
ExAMplE:
For example, Walsh Donor, aged 75, gives $15,000 in cash to Walsh University in
exchange for a 6.3% gift annuity. He receives an income-tax deduction of $6,372
based on his age. He will begin receiving an income stream of approximately
$945 each calendar year for the rest of his life. When he passes away, the remaining
principal will benefit Walsh University.
If you would like more information on how to establish a charitable gift annuity
at Walsh University, or would like to receive more current annuity rates, please
contact the Office of Gift Planning at 330-490-7109 or jcraig@walsh.edu.
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marriages
1999
eric standley married Jennifer Flament on
June 28, 2008. Eric is employed at Hudson
Middle School and Jennifer is employed at
Hudson High School. The couple resides in
Stow, Ohio.
2001
Gary David Zeigler II and Kendra Hodgkiss
were married on October 4, 2008. Kendra
is employed as a dental hygienist for
Dr. Fran Miller, Dr. Dale Smith, and Dr. K.
Ragunanthan. Gary is an assistant appraiser
for Stark County Auditor Kim Perez. The
newlyweds reside in Canton, Ohio. 1
2002
Jason R Huber married Gina DeCristofaro
on September 27, 2008. Jason is employed
as a business information systems sales
representative for the Experian Corporation
in Cleveland. Gina is a first grade teacher in
the Maple Heights City Schools. They
currently reside in Fairlawn, Ohio.
2003
Michael sturznickel was married to Katherine
Mae Mishler on August 9, 2008. Michael
is employed by Securi-Com and Katherine
works for Experient. The couple resides in
Canton, Ohio. 2
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2004
Bradley sommers married Danielle Fladung
(’07) on August 16, 2008. Bradley is a market
manager in Virginia for Anheuser-Busch.
Danielle is a sixth grade teacher and a
cheerleading, gymnastics and track coach.
2005
Christopher sigler married Lauren sinacore
(’07) on September 6, 2008. Chris is an Agent
at Aflac. The couple resides in Evans, Georgia.
2007
sarah Imbordino was married to Andrew
Bonecutter on Oct. 11, 2008. Andrew is
employed at The University of Akron. Sarah
is employed by Summa at St. Thomas Hospital
in Akron. They reside in Mogadore Ohio.
2007
Colleen Jakab was married to Shawn Morris
on June 28, 2008. Colleen is a Medical
Student at Northeastern Ohio Universities
College of Medicine and Pharmacy
(NEOUCOM). The couple resides in
Canton, Ohio.
2008
Bethany Hipp was married to PJ Chavez on
October 11, 2008. Bethany is an RN in the
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Akron’s
Children’s Hospital. PJ is the Director of
Liturgical Music and Sacristan for Walsh
University. The couple resides in Canton, Ohio.
2008
samantha slates was married to Scott Ayers
on June 28th, 2008. Samantha is employed
as an 8th grade special education teacher
with Orrville City Schools.
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1964
Dr. Richard Borgner received his dental
degree from Case Western Reserve University
in 1972. Dick completed graduate studies
at Harvard Medical College of Georgia and
Loma Linda University. He is now retired
from his active dental practice and is a
proud parent of 8 children and grandparent
of 8 as well. He has spent much of his
time traveling the world lecturing on oral
reconstruction, which he attributes to the
help of Brother Farrell. Dick resides in Palm
Harbor, Florida, with his wife Janice.
1964
Ron Garmey is the owner of Structural
Dynamics; he is involved with Lean Thinking
and Lean Manufacturing. Ron keeps himself
busy by being active with Boy Scouts in the
Greater Pittsburgh Council and the Buckeye
Council in Canton. He is the proud
grandparent of four boys and two girls. Ron
and his wife Michele reside in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania.
1965
Donald eagon is the Senior Facilitator at
Meeker-Young LLC. Don and his two old
friends have teamed up their experiences to
start this communications training company;
this venture will provide specialized instruction
and counsel for business leaders. Don and
his wife Sherry reside in Canton, Ohio.
1967
Brother Joseph F. Martin is Assistant to the
President at Lewis University in Romeoville,
IL, and Executive Assistant to the Provincial
of the De La Salle Christian Brothers in
Burr Ridge, IL. He holds an M.Ed. from
St. Michael’s College in Vermont, an M.A.
in Spirituality from Holy Names College in
California, and a D.Min. from the Graduate
Theological Foundation in Indiana.

1967
Michael H. Miller is retired and working
part time as the Director of Care at the
Chapel in Akron/Green. Michael and his
wife Shirley are proud grandparents of their
one month old grandson. The family resides
in Uniontown, Ohio.
1967
Nicholas Pallotta retired this March after
47 years at the Jewish Center, where he was
a Physical Education Director. Nick and his
wife Drennia reside in Canton, Ohio.
1967
Robert Roden is the father of five children
and proud grandparent of thirteen. His
wife, Bonnie, of 42 years, is a retired
emergency room nurse. Bob is currently
employed part-time as an Educational
Consultant in the school building division
of Hammond Construction Company,
Director of CHARACTER COUNTS! in
Stark County through the YMCA, and is
the choir organist at Little Flower Catholic
Church. Bob also conducts workshops for
educators through Communicate Institute/
Walsh University. He volunteers his time; as
a mentor at Belle Stone Elementary School
and Crenshaw Middle School in Canton;
as a piano player for the resident choir at
House of Loreto Nursing Home; and as a
“Parenting” columnist for the “Our Town
North Canton” newspaper. Bob has also
published a children’s music tape called
“I Am Special” in 1995 which raised over
$17,000 for charity. He is also the author
of the children’s book Sonny Starfish Finds
His Special Gift. Bob and Bonnie reside in
North Canton, Ohio.
1971
John Minniti is the Vice President of
Distribution at AARP in Washington
DC. Jim and his wife Kathleen reside
in Connecticut.
1983
Beth Hill was inducted into the Ohio High
School Volleyball Coach Association’s Hall
of Fame in November 2008. In her 10 year
coaching career at NC, the Green Wave won
state titles in 1984, 1988, and 1989. She is
currently the Principal of Newark Catholic
High School.
1983
Darrell Woods is the Contributing Editor
of Today I Made a Difference, a collection
of Inspirational Stories from America’s Top
Educators. Darrell received the Walsh
University Outstanding Alumni Award in
2008. Darrell and his wife Jacalyn (Weibl)
(’85) reside in North Canton, Ohio.
1984
Michael Brately has been appointed Manager
of Corporate Services and Leasing for the
Timken Company. Michael will manage
global leasing and property administration.
He and his wife teresa (Fawley) (’83) reside
in North Canton, Ohio.
1986
Frederick Filberg III is a Program Manager
at Community Capacity Development
Office (CCDO) in Washington, DC.
1988
Rev Joseph Fries celebrates his 25th year of
ordination on August 18, 2009. Rev Joseph
is the Deacon at St Mary’s Parish. He and
his wife Kathleen reside in Massillon, Ohio.
1996
Dorothy Brown earned her Master’s
in Criminal Justice at the University of
Phoenix this past year. Dorothy resides in
Malvern, Ohio.
2003
Annie Yoder was promoted from CPA, CFF,
to supervisor with Rea & Associates Inc. She
joined the firm in 2003 and specializes in
forensic accounting and litigation support.
Annie currently resides in North Canton.
2004
Jeffrey Panik is the boys’ Soccer team coach
at Great Falls High. Jeff has been the assistant
coach and has coached youth teams. Jeff
and his wife Donna reside in Great
Falls, Montana.
2004
Mark Platts will take over as the Marlington
Dukes Boys’ Soccer Coach. Mark is currently
employed by Walsh in the Business, Economics
and Communications Department and is an
instructor of Marketing. This will be Mark's
first head coaching position; he is the former
women’s assistant coach at Walsh. Mark
resides in Canton, Ohio.
2006
stephon (Rutschow) echague is a Wildlife
Rehabilitation Specialist with Stark County
Parks. She is hosting the second annual
“Wildlife Baby Shower” at the Sanders
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center on May 3,
2009. Stephon has been featured in the
local Amherst Times Newspaper and made
an appearance on “That’s Life with Robin
Swoboda” on April 16th. Stephon resides in
Amherst, Ohio.
2006
tricia Page is a teacher at the Cleveland Art
& Social Sciences Academy on the east side
of Cleveland. Tricia lives in Vermilion, Ohio.
2007
Andrew Coutts became a Certified Public
Accountant in April of 2008 and is currently
employed as a Senior Audit Assistant
at Deloitte LLP in Cleveland, Ohio.
2007
Andre Lesears has been hired as the city
of Dubuque’s Training and Work-force
Development Coordinator. Andre is also
the coordinator of multicultural services at
Midwestern State University. Andre, his wife
ericka (sheree) (’03), and their five children
reside in Wichita Falls, Texas.
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2008
Jerome J. Jackson is a Prevention Specialist
with Quest Recovery Services.
2008
Joseph Phinisee is currently playing arena
football with the Peoria Pirates in Illinois.
birth announcements
1990
Mark Mazzei and his wife Shawne
announce the birth of twins, Evan and
Emily, on December 22, 2008. The twins
join older brother Troy, who is five. Mark
is a biologist/curator at the Dayton Society
of Natural History. His wife, Shawne, is a
doctor of veterinary medicine. The family
resides in Waynesville, Ohio.
1991
Julia (Raglow) Osburn and her husband
Douglas announce the birth of their fifth
child, Beverly, on January 14, 2009. Beverly
joins siblings, Kara, Nick, Eddie, and Sam.
The family resides in Indianapolis, Indiana.
1994
Laurie Haller announces the birth of her
twin boys Cooper and Cason. They are
eleven months old. They join a five year old
sister, Chloe. Laurie is a teacher at Orrville
City Schools. The family resides in Doylestown,
Ohio.
1994
Kathrine (Walsh) Ridel and her husband
Mark announce the birth of their daughter,
Julia, on January 27, 2009. Kathrine is a
stay at home mom. The family resides in
Strongsville, Ohio. 4
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1995
Christopher Mossa and his wife Kelly
announce the birth of their son, Michael,
on September 30, 2008. Michael joins his
big sister Karlie who is five. Christopher is
a teacher at Mogadore Schools. The family
resides in Canal Fulton, Ohio.
1996
Peter Nardell and his wife Aimee (’97)
announce the birth of their daughter, Reese
Olivia, on December 9, 2007. They are
expecting a new addition to their family at
the end of June. Aimee is a teacher at Huron
Valley Schools, and Peter is employed by
Bracco Diagnostic. The family resides in
Lake Orion, Michigan.
1997
tony Harley and his wife Lora (eaglowski)
(’97) announce the birth of their son, Luke
Anthony, on October 29, 2008. He is also
welcomed by big sister Hannah. Tony works
at the Timken Company as a Principal
Auditor, and Lora works part-time as a CPA
at Eaglowski & Co.
1997
Bridgette (Karam) Neisel and her husband
Stephen announce the birth of their
daughter, Addyson, on January 11, 2009.
Addyson was welcomed by her big sister
Lauren, who is three. The family resides in
Canton, Ohio.
1997
erica (Joliat) soehnlen and her husband
Michael announce the birth of their son
Jason Louis, on March 21, 2009. Jason joins
siblings Megan, Leo, Molly, and Adam. The
family resides in Dalton, Ohio.
1999
Kenneth Jochims and his wife Gwen
(thompson) (’00) announce the birth of
their son Nathan Alexander, on March 24,
2009. Nathan joins his big sister Paige who
will be five in April. Ken, Gwen, and their
children reside in Ada, Ohio.
1999
Melissa (Haubert) torisky and her husband
Mark announce the birth of their second
son, Brendan Mark, on January 14, 2008.
The family resides in Akron, Ohio.
2000
Julie (sykeny) tenney and her husband
David announce the birth of their son,
Charles Ward Tenney, on November 7,
2008. He was welcomed to the family by
his older sister Megan (2.5 years old). The
family resides in Wadsworth, Ohio.
2000
Janene (Hoy) Weaver and her husband
Gary announce the birth of their son, Gavin
Paul, on February 20, 2009. He joins his big
brother Gage who is one. The family resides
in Navarre, Ohio.
2001
Kevin Gross and his wife erin (Keldsen)
(’04) announce the birth of their daughter
Dakota, on September 5, 2008. Kevin is
a Manager at Northeast Developmental
Services. Erin is an Associate at Hill, Barth,
& King LLC. The family resides in North
Canton, Ohio.
2001
Janet (Grabe) Martin and her husband
Robb announce the birth of their son Noah
Christopher Martin, on February 19, 2009.
The family resides in Northfield, Ohio. 6
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2004
Michael Hemming and his wife Megan
announce the birth of their daughter,
Payton, on May 20, 2008. Michael is a
special education teacher at Maysville. He
also coaches varsity football and basketball
as an assistant. The family resides in
Coshocton, Ohio.
2004
Alison (Westall) Mossey and her husband
Todd announce the birth of their daughter,
Laila Ann Mossey, on August 12, 2008.
Alison is an Advertising Associate at the
Healthcare Financial Management
Association (HFMA).
2004
Regina (scott) stetler and her husband
Jason announce the birth of their son, Jarin
Allan, on June 18, 2008. The family resides
in Dover, Ohio.
2004
Carol thompson announces the birth
of her daughter, Makenna Grace on
February 1, 2009.
2006
Lindsay Becherucci and Ben Moretta
announce the birth of their first child
MaKenzie Elle Moretta, on January 26,
2009. Lindsay is a kindergarten teacher at
Massillon City Schools. The family resides
in Massillon, Ohio.
2007
timothy Geabler and his wife Colleen
announce the birth of their daughter Emma
Madison, on February 22, 2009. The family
resides in Canton, Ohio.
2007
Kimberly Wickens announces the birth of
her son, Bronson, on November 28, 2008.
Kimberly is an RN-OB at Wooster Hospital.
CAlENDAR
OF EVENTs
50th Anniversary Kick-Off Event
Thursday, June 11
Alumni Golf Outing
Friday, June 19, 2009
Sanctuary Golf Club 11am – Lunch
12pm – Shotgun start
Cost: $80.00 per person (Includes lunch, 18 holes of golf
with cart and steak dinner following play)
Family Fun Fest
Sunday, July 12, 2009
12 pm Walsh Campus
Cost: TBD – (Includes lunch, fun and games for the whole family)
Campus Kick-off & mass Celebrated with Bishop murry
September 2, 2009
50th Anniversary Gala
October 3, 2009
anSWerS TO The QuiZ On page 14
1 The bottom of Walsh’s swimming pool.
2. Sheppard pie
3. The IDEAl program (now known as the SpS,
School for professional Studies program)
4. A pumpkin
5. Rev. Emmet Walsh
6. 1962
7. 1965
8. Alfred, ME
9. Mother Teresa
10. 1993
11. 1966
12. Women’s Basketball
13. Dave Wottle
14. 2005
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16. 47
17. 1961
18. Br. Thomas Farrell
19. 7
20. Ronald Garmey
21. 1819
22. 1960

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This eight day adventure has been carefully planned so that you
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• Daily Breakfast Buffet
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