Spring 2012 - Lourdes College

Spring 2012T H E M A G A Z I N E o f L O U R D E S U N I V E R S I T YCelebrating 30 yearsCollege of Business & LeadershipMeet some of oursuccessful alumni

Celebrating 30 yearsLast fall, alumni, students and members of the College ofBusiness & Leadership gathered to mark the 30 th anniversaryof the Lourdes business program. “The celebration allowedus the opportunity to honor key individuals who have beeninstrumental over the years,” noted Dean Ludwig, PhD, Dean. “Their hardwork and dedication align with the Franciscan values we instill in ourgraduates.”Those honored included George Brymer (’11, MOL, OrganizationalLeadership; ’08, BA, Interdisciplinary Studies), MBA student Aaron Phillips(‘11, BS, Business Administration), Director of Undergraduate Programmingand Assistant Professor Jean Kujawa and Advisory Council Member JimFindlay.Video of the celebration can be found online at www.youtube.com/LourdesUniversity. U4 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

April Gladieux(’08, BA, Marketing)OwnerYour Perfect Day WeddingPlanning & DécorBruce Klinger(‘08, MOL, Organizational Leadership)Managing PartnerNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkCelebratingBrandon Welever(’10, BS, BusinessAdministration)General Manager21st Century Super FitnessNicholas Carr(’10, BA, BusinessAdministration, Marketing)Project CoordinatorHartJoanna Hunter(’09, MOL, OrganizationalLeadership)Marketing ManagerOwens-IllinoisAdam J. Martinez(‘03, BA, International Business‘06, Master of Organizational Leadership)Toledo City Councilman6 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

Shapingstudy-abroadliberal arts.experiencesArt DepartmentChair Erin PalmerSzavuly recently joined herpeers in the birthplace of theRenaissance, Florence, Italy,for the Studio Arts CentersInternational (SACI) consortiumconference. The groupexchanged ideas and concernsrelated to art education andforeign study. Founded in 1975by artist Jules Maidoff, SACI isthe oldest and most prestigiousAmerican art institute in Italyand offers university-levelinstruction in studio art, designand theLast spring, Lourdes becamea SACI consortium member toenhance the institution’s studyabroadopportunities. ProfessorSzavuly shares the details ofthe most recent conferenceand how it will benefit Lourdesstudents.“In November, I hadthe opportunity tovisit the SACI programin Florence, Italy.The annual meetingprovided me with anopportunityto meet fellowconsortium members, faculty,students, staff andadministrators.This trip was important; I wantedto know as much as I could8 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

about the environment wheresome of our students weregoing for their study abroadexperience. I wanted to viewthe work that was created, visitstudio environments, observeinteraction with the faculty, seethe student housing facilities,and basically get a feeling forthe overall picture.During the week I was ableto have a variety of my ownlearning experiences. I receiveda personal demo on frescopainting from instructors Marioand Luigi, sat in on a graduaterestoration class while theywere making paint, observeda conservation class that waspiecing together a fresco takenfrom a demolished building,and received a tour of anentire chapel restored by SACIstudents over a period of time.All these experiences reaffirmedmy commitment to the studyabroadexperience for ourstudents.”like Italian language, Italiancinema and fashion design arealso popular choices.Where could there be a betterplace for students to extendtheir learning about art, culture,history, language and cuisine?After all, Florence was home toThe Medici Empire, Leonardoda Vinci, Michelangelo, Galileoand Florence Nightingale. Inaddition, I found that languagewas not a barrier; walking wasthe best way to see the city….ifyou got lost you only had to lookto the sky to find the Duomo.Also, the gelato was pretty tasty!The next step is to secure thenecessary resources to makethis possible for those that aregenuinely interested in all thatstudy-abroad has to offer. I, forone, would wholeheartedlywelcome an endowedscholarship created for studyabroadexperiences for Lourdesart and art history majors!” UWhat I found was thatSACI seems tailor-madeto be an extension ofLourdes University. Caringstaff and faculty offerstudents opportunitiesfor intellectual growth,a challenging anddiverse curriculum andcommunity involvement.Importance is placedon the significance ofart aesthetically andhistorically; however, courses

A muralfor themultitudes

In 2011, Sr. Jane MarySorosiak, OSF, formerArt Professor, spent agood portion of hertime making the first muralfor the newly named LourdesUniversity. Located on the southwall of the dining hall, shecreated an image from John’sGospel wherein Jesus feeds themultitudes.“I wanted to depictSt. John’s version,” offersSr. Jane Mary. “The incidentis related in each of theGospels but only Johnmentions the young boywho offers his five loavesand two fish.”The only other outdoor muralthat depicts Jesus on campusgrounds is located on the farside of the Franciscan Centertheatre, a 40-foot figure in agesture of blessing. “Dr. Helmersuggested the theme of Jesusfeeding the multitudes which Ithought very appropriate for adining hall,” adds Sr. Jane Mary.The colors were chosen tocomplement the terra cottaroof tiles and the surroundinglandscape. As Sr. Jane Marynotes, “Blues and greens werefavorite colors ofMother Adelaide.” Followinga medieval technique ofcombining many scenes in one,she compartmentalized themultitude reclining in groups,the two fish, the loaves and onthe right side of Jesus, symbolsof the Eucharist, of which thescene is a prototype.“The mural is now one of myfavorites,” adds Sr. Jane Mary. “I’mgrateful for the opportunity tocreate it through the generosityof the Lourdes Universityadministration team.” UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 11

Leading aninstitutionIn the early 1980s,Sisters Marie AndréeChorzempa and AnnFrancis Klimkowskiworked together, leadingLourdes College on its path tooffering bachelor degrees. AsActing President and ActingDean of Academics respectively,they worked tirelessly with anunwavering faith. A dynamicteam, the two complementedeach other with Sr. MarieAndrée’s wealth of experiencepreparing for and serving onaccreditation visits and Sr. AnnFrancis’ business expertise.“After the second of two on-sitevisits, the accreditation teamwas skeptical that we couldpull it off – offering bachelor’sdegrees,” recalls Sr. MarieAndrée. Sr. Ann Francis adds, “Iwill never forget Sr. MargueritePolcyn standing up and saying,‘I beg to differ. We have highlycredentialed people in thiscollege. They will do very well.’”Sisters Marie Andrée and AnnFrancis succeeded and in 1982,Lourdes College receivedaccreditation to grant bachelor’sdegrees in religious studies andindividualized studies. In thatyear, Lourdes reached recordenrollment with 762 registeredstudents.These incredible Franciscanwomen religious each left anindelible mark on the institutionduring their time as President.Together, they establishedthe first Lourdes EcumenicalLecture to foster an ecumenicalatmosphere that has evolvedinto an interfaith program.Sr. Marie AndréeChorzempa, OSF,Lourdes College PresidentIn 1980, the Board of Trustees,comprised primarily of Sistersbut also several dedicated layprofessionals, voted to movethe institution to four-yearstatus. With Sr. Marie Andréeleading Lourdes from 1981-1983, the Development Officewas established with theSisters providing the first everendowed gift. Throughout thearduous accreditation processto achieve four-year status, itwas her guidance, leadershipand implementation ofrecommendations that led tothe 1982 milestone. In that year,tuition was set at $40 per credithour and was used to fund thenew academic programs, facultyand staff.Sr. Ann FrancisKlimkowski, OSF,Lourdes College PresidentSr. Ann Francis who hadestablished the Lourdes LifelongLearning Center in 1979,received her doctorate in highereducation from The Universityof Toledo in 1983 and was soonafter installed as President.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 13

leading an institutionSr. Marie Andrée’s leadershipexpertise would be put to usefrom 1984-1992 as MinisterGeneral of the SylvaniaFranciscans. During Sr. AnnFrancis’ term as President from1983-2000, she continued tobuild and strengthen Lourdes.Highlights of her term includeestablishing more academicprograms; evolving the role ofPresidency to include fund andfriend raising; conducting amaster plan for college facilities;creating the AdministrativeCouncil, Auxiliary, and MissionAwareness Committee;establishing Bachelor ofArts degrees in 7 disciplinesand Bachelor of Science andBachelor of Science in Nursingdegrees; developing a planningprocess; and acquiring federalfunds. In her last few yearsas President, Sr. Ann Francisalso laid the groundwork forgraduate programs.Different paths,same desireDorothy Chorzempa duringher first communion, 1936While bothladies areexemplaryleaders, theirpaths toprofessedlife differ. Sr.Marie AndréeChorzempaentered theSylvaniaFranciscansin 1939 at thetender age of12. In 1953,Sr. Ann Franciswas an14 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012independent woman whochose to join the Sisters aftersupporting her mom and 7siblings for three years uponhigh school graduation.Dorothy Chorzempaentered the conventbecause “I was veryimpressed with theSisters who taughtme at Holy CrossElementary Schoolin Minneapolis, MN.I wanted to be likethem.” She recalls herparents being veryfaith-filled peoplewho supported herchoice to join theSylvania Franciscansafter eighth gradegraduation. “Thesewere tough times,”she points out. “Thecountry was in a deepdepression and Dadhad lost his job. Momworked and my sisterand I took care of thehouse.”“The night I was leaving homeby train to Toledo, my fatherknelt at my knee, took his hatoff, and blessed me with tearsin his voice. ‘Niech Bóg cieblogoslawi, moje drogie dzieckó(May God bless you, my dearchild).” Dorothy, who would takethe name Sr. Marie Andrée, saysshe never regretted her decision.“Their faith paid off,” she adds.“I left on a Thursday and thefollowing Monday Dad wasoffered a job. Mom believed thatbecause they were generousin allowing me to enter theConvent, God took care of thefamily.”Dorothy at her perpetual profession, 1948Dorothy (far right) with her family in the summer of 1939.From left: her sister Fran, father Andrew, brother Ted and mother Louise.

leading an institutionAlice Klimkowski grew up inWyandotte, MI and remembersfondly her early years in parochialschool.“I knewthe Sistersfrom myelementaryschooland wasparticularlyclosewith myeighthgradeteacherSisterAnnunciatawho wasAlice Klimkowski enjoying a vacationin Point Pelle, Canada.very kind, encouraging andinterested in me as a studentand as a young person. I sangin her Church choir and got toknow her better. I had 3 yearsof Catholic elementary gradeschooling so each Sister wasspecial to me.”While she attended a publichigh school, she remained closewith the Sisters, recalling “therewere a number of Sisters wholed the choir and impressedme with their gentleness andkindness.” One peer that waspivotal in her life was AnneKozlowski. “She and I workedtogether in church-relatedactivities. Anne was not welldue to a bout with tuberculosisand consequently was unableto hold down a job. She wasthe kindest, most gentle personwho led me to my devotion toSt. Anne, Mother of Mary. Wewere good friends, so when shedied I was really devastated. Itwas her death that led me tocontemplation about religiouslife.”She remembers her motherfondly and with admiration.“Being a single mom whoworked outside the homewhen it was unusual to do soand raising a family of 8 wasremarkable. She worked outsidethe home during my schooldays. She worked hard and keptAlice posing with her mother during her highschool graduation, 1949the family together.”Holidays were aspecial time forthe Klimkowskifamily. “Mom wasan excellent cookand catered Polishweddings. I helpedby serving tables.At Christmas time,we celebrated theWigilia, the PolishChristmas Eve, witha number of fooddishes. We onlybegan the eveningmeal when the firststar was seen. Allthe family broke theOplatek and wishedeach other bestwishes.”The role ofeducationThe Sylvania Franciscans believein education. “Mother Adelaidebelieved in a strong educationalbackground for every Sister,”notes Sr. Marie Andrée. “Whenwe received our education, wein turn enriched the programsand ministries.” Urged to pursuechemistry, Sr. Marie Andrée says,“so I went and I loved it all!” Atrue scientist, she received herbachelor and master’s degreesin chemistry and her doctoratein physical science. Best of all,the Sisters were encouragedto choose where they wantedto study. Sr. Marie Andrée tookadvantage of the opportunities,receiving her bachelor’s degreeat the College of St. Teresa, inWinona, MN; master’s degreefrom St. Louis University inSr. Ann Francis with her mom, at her first mission in West Detroit, MI,1950s.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 15

leading an institutionMissouri; and her doctoratedegree from Oregon StateUniversity. Her educationalachievements also include adiploma in theological studiesfrom Regis College in Toronto,Ontario and additional graduatework in Connecticut, Michiganand New York!“Mother Adelaide was anenergetic lady,” adds Sr. MarieAndrée. “She was on top ofeverything. A grand lady, anelegant woman, she kept herfinger on every aspect.”Today as the archivist for theSylvania Franciscans, Sr. MarieAndrée says she is even “moreamazed than ever. MotherAdelaide was able to direct thegrowth in Sylvania as well asthe growth of the health careministry in Texas and all itslocations.”The Community Leadershipalways continued its focus oneducational preparation of theSisters. Sr. Ann Francis obtainedtwo degrees in BusinessEducation, a BSE and an MEdfrom Bowling Green StateUniversity to prepare her forministry in high school. Then asLourdes became a focus,During her PhD celebration with sisters Caroland Helen.16 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012Sr. Ann Francis was askedto obtain a PhD in HigherEducation Administrationand Educational Supervisionfrom The University of Toledo,graduating in 1983.Extending theSylvania Franciscans’ministriesSrs. Marie Andrée and AnnFrancis have worked to furtherthe mission of the SylvaniaFranciscans at Lourdes andelsewhere.Sr. Marie Andrée grinding cornmeal on anauthentic Native American grinder, during the2nd General Assembly, 1991After serving in leadership rolesat Lourdes and for the SylvaniaFranciscans, Sr. Marie Andréehas worked to further healthcareand peace and justice ministries.From 1994-2001, she servedas Vice President for MissionIntegration for St. JosephHealth System in Bryan, TX, andfrom 2001-2005 as Director ofReligious Education at the IsletoPueblo, NM. It was her timespent with Native Americans atthe pueblo that she treasuresmost, saying, “It was then thatI truly came to understandpoverty.”Happy days at St. Ladislaus High School inHamtramck, MI.While establishing a stellarcareer as a leader in secondaryand higher education, Sr.Ann Francis served as aleader for Toledo Sister CitiesInternational and the Toledo-Poznan Alliance in addition toholding several membershipsfor such organizations asFlower/Toledo Acute HospitalBoard, Anastasia Foundation,the Toledo Area Chamber ofCommerce, Sylvania Rotary andthe Labor-Management-CitizensCommittee to name a few.The future of aSylvania FranciscanVillageReflecting on the mission of theSylvania Franciscans, Sr. MarieAndrée says, “I believe the Sistersgrew in their understanding ofthe universality of the Church.Our efforts have always been

leading an institution“I recall with delight when inRome in 1985 I shook the hand ofPope John Paul II, whose cause forcanonization is now in progress.”Sr. Marie andrée ChorzeMpa, oSFLourdeS preSident, 1981-1983to raise the quality of life ofall persons. This first began ineducation at the earliest levelsand later included the physicalwell-being in health careinstitutions.” Both Sisters pointto the important role Vatican IIplayed in the evolution of theSylvania Franciscans. The Councilcalled on the Sisters to focuson the roots of Franciscan corevalues, including an emphasison peacemaking. Already acharacteristic of the SylvaniaFranciscans, the renewed focuson this value led to a greaterinvolvement in justice ministries.In the end, Sr. Marie Andréebelieves, “our home in Sylvania,which has developed accordingto our understanding andcommitment to the Franciscanvalues which are inherent in allwe do, cannot be measured infigures. It is so expansive, hencecalled a Franciscan Village, towhich everyone is invited.”“Witness firstthe growthof Lourdes toUniversity statuswith its influxof students ofall ages, faithsand ethnicbackgrounds.Second, notethe expansion ofSylvaniaFranciscanHealth from theRosary Care Nursing Home tothe Our Lady of Grace AssistedLiving Facility currently beingbuilt. This facility expandsservice to more elderly bothhere and wherever ourhealthcare institutions under theauspices of Sylvania FranciscanHealth are located throughoutthe country. I pray and hopethat everyone will come to knowthe significance and expanse“My hope for Lourdes is thatit continues to evolve, goingfrom strength to strength andtakes its place in this region asa University that understandsits new role in the city, state,and nation.”Sr. ann FranCiS KLiMKowSKi, oSFLourdeS preSident, 1983-2000LourdeS preSident eMerita, 2001-preSentof the ‘tree’ planted by MotherAdelaide, which is deeply rooted‘in the yellow sands’ of Sylvaniaon Convent Boulevard.”Sr. Ann Francis adds theSylvania Franciscans’ legacyencompasses the care they havetaken to invite others to livethe Franciscan values and theresulting good works that willcontinue occurring. “Science hastaught us much about how allin the Universe and our planetEarth are interconnected andhow each part affects all others.I find the concept of the SylvaniaFranciscan Village so reflective ofour growing understanding ofhow we are all interconnected.Each part of the Villagecontributes to the whole andall become stronger becauseof how we draw strength fromeach other.”Preparing for thefutureHaving built strong resumésthat reflect the mission of theSylvania Franciscans, whatgoals have these pioneersidentified for themselves? Sr.Marie Andrée offers simply,“My goal is now to prepare foreternity. In the meantime, Ihope to serve wherever I canbe of help.” Sr. Ann Francis addsher goals are to, “stay healthyfor as long as God allows andto continue teaching for aslong as I can. For LourdesUniversity, it is important thatthe administration keep JohnHendry Cardinal Newman’swords in mind: ‘…to be perfect isto have changed often.’” UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 17

EXCERPT“I reported to Oakland, CA, on Veterans Day, 1968.After a day or two of processing, they put me onan airplane bound for South Vietnam. I didn’treally know what to expect at the end of theflight. I wondered if I would have to low-crawloff the plane during an enemy attack. I wonderedabout a lot of other things, too. It might havebeen easier if they told us more facts during ourtraining. After I arrived in Vietnam, the Armyput me on an airplane with a camouflage paintjob and flew me to Bien Hoa, near Saigon, to CampEvans, in the northern part of South Vietnam.Camp Evans, about 20 miles north of Hue and maybe40 miles from North Vietnam, was the main basecamp of the 101 st Airborne Division. I was assignedBravo Company, 1 st Battalion, 506 th Infantry.”18 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

This excerpt (at left)from “Letter fromHamburger Hill”written by GaryCullum, Specialist 4, providesinsight into the war and militaryexperiences of Toledo areaveterans who served in Iraq,Korea, Vietnam and WWII. Thebook, In Our Boots, grew outof a series of Veteran’s WritingWorkshops hosted conjointlyby Lourdes University ProfessorHolly Baumgartner, PhD andAmy Hartman, Adult ServicesLibrarian at the Sylvania BranchLibrary. “The enthusiasm fromthe first workshop was sosignificant that we ended uphosting a second workshop thefollowing year,” shares Amy.Dr. Baumgartner and Amyhave submitted their book tothe Veteran’s History Projectat the Library of Congress andare awaiting word if it will beincluded as one of the manywonderful pieces available tothe public.In Our Boots is available atLourdes’ Duns Scotus Libraryand the Toledo Lucas CountyPublic Library’s Main andSylvania branches. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 19

A CertifiedWildlifeHabitat The Lourdes Life Labwas named a CertifiedWildlife Habitat thispast fall by the NationalWildlife Federation (NWF). As a WildlifeHabitat, the Life Lab’s outdoor gardenspace is now part of a worldwidenetwork of mini-refuges supportingplant and animal life while working toconserve natural resources.“We are thrilled to be recognized for ouroutstanding operation and commitmentto the environment and are so gratefulto the many hardworking staff,volunteers and community partners whohelp us complete our mission,” offersSr. Rosine Sobczak, OSF, Director. TheLife Lab previously partnered with theOhio Department of Natural Resourcesand was recognized as an outstandingproject by the Ohio EnvironmentalProtection Agency.20 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

In the Spirit of St. Francis, the Life Lab works tofoster values-based environmental awareness inchildren and adults through a variety of communityoutreach activities.“We are thrilled to be recognized for ouroutstanding operation and commitmentto the environment and are so grateful tothe many hardworking staff, volunteersand community partners who help uscomplete our mission.”The National Wildlife Federation began the CertifiedWildlife Habitat program in 1973 and has certifiedmore than 3,000 schools and community sites.To receive certification, a property must providesustenance and shelter for wildlife and employsustainable gardening practices. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 21

student feature Meredith GarrisonLiving your passionBallet has long been a part of my life,” reflects Meredith Garrison, aToledo Ballet principal company member and high school studentenrolled at Lourdes. “The first major experience I had with balletwas as a 2 year old when my parents took me to see The Nutcracker.I was the little kid standing at the edge of the balcony watching with wide eyes,an admiring smile and applauding until the final curtain. When everyone wasleaving the theater, I turned to my parents and said, ‘do it again!’ These werethe same words I would express whenever I watched a video I loved andwanted to see it again.’Meredith’s love of ballet took flight on that relatively chilly day in Texas.From that moment, her bedtime stories transformed from favorite booksto the Pacific Northwest Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. “I watchedit every night and knew exactly what was going on just by listening tothe music.” She became so enamored by the production and what thenutcracker represents that at the age of 4 she began to collect nutcrackers.Today, her collection stands at 150 and growing!Pursuing a dreamBallet is not her only interest. An excellent tennis player and swimmer, she hasalso studied violin, flute, guitar and piano. Taking dance lessons since the ageof 2, she eventually needed to make a tough decision in third grade, choosingballet over piano along with other extracurricular activities. “I loved and wasgood at both but ballet was my true passion.”The family has moved quite often – once for her mom Deborah’s career anda few times for Meredith. “My parents knew I wanted to attend a summerintensive at The Rock School for Dance Education in Pennsylvania. When itwas over, I wanted to stay and train there so mom secured a job as Deanof the School of Nursing at Widener University near Philadelphia.” After 2years of big city life however, Meredith missed the hometown feel of Toledoand in 2009, the family decided to put their roots once again in Toledo. Hermom continues to commute on the weekends while keeping her eye open fora similar position in northwest Ohio.At a young age, Meredith learned that to achieve her dreams, discipline andhard work were required. Today, she spends a minimum of 12 hours a weekfocusing on her technique with an additional 2-4 hours of rehearsal at least twicea week during production season. “Lisa Mayer Lang, School Director of the ToledoBallet, sets a very high standard for the Company. We are expected to respectnot only our teachers and directors but also to work hard and treat each otherrespectfully. We are there to support our fellow dancers because the ToledoBallet is very much based on a sense of family.”22 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

Excelling at schoolMeredith applies the same diligence and dedication to her education.Having moved from Texas to Ohio, then Pennsylvania and finallyback to Ohio, she has always achieved high marks in school.To fulfill her educational and dance dreams, Meredith andher family chose to enroll her in the Ohio ConnectionsAcademy (OCA), a tuition-free public eSchool offeringstudents the flexibility to learn at home with acurriculum that meets rigorous state educationstandards.Having been a student with OCA for 5 years, shesays, “It’s the perfect choice for individuals whotrain for a sport or dancing. OCA suppliesstudents with everything needed for each yearof school as well as a group of professionallyprepared teachers who are basically ‘on call’ for anyand all questions we may have.” The only differenceshe has noticed between Lourdes and OCAis that at Lourdes, she is physically presentwith her fellow students and mostimportantly, “the faculty, staff andstudents make the experience feellike home.”The road toLourdesIn 2005 before Meredith began sixth grade, her mom acceptedthe position of Associate Dean for Graduate Programs in theCollege of Nursing at The University of Toledo, then MedicalCollege of Ohio. In addition to becoming acclimated with a newschool and students, the youngster also needed to adjust to theweather. “I consider 40 degrees cold and I do miss Texas weather.”However, when her mom asked Meredith what she thought about thebig move, her reply was simple, “if there is ballet, I will be fine.” Sincethen, Toledo Ballet has been a major part of her life.Interestingly, Meredith’s first visit to Lourdes was with the Toledo Balletas a part of Luminations! It was natural that she selected Lourdes as apost-secondary student in the fall of her junior year. “When I exploredLourdes, what impressed me most was how willing everyone was tohelp me get where I needed to go as well as answer any questionsI had.” She credits the Advising Center as a deciding factor because“my advisor really took the time to get me into the classes I needed.”An added benefit for Meredith is the hard work and dedication offaculty members. “The teachers really know how to keep the materialinteresting even during the tougher sections of the course.”ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 23

Realizingher dreamsOne of her fondest memoriesis performing in ToledoBallet’s 65th production of TheNutcracker. “I was the lead inthe show at age 12 and hadthe opportunity to work withamazing artists as well as agood group of young aspiringdancers.” World renowned primaballerina and artistic directorSoili Arvola flew into Toledo tocast and stage the production.Auditioning for the productionjust 2 months after moving toToledo, Meredith was surprisedand honored to be cast asClara. “Soili not only helped metremendously with my techniquebut she taught me to never giveup on anything I start and toalways give it everything I have.”At such a young age, hermaturity as a performer isevident. “It is amazing to thinkthat just 6 years ago, I was ayoung dancer finding myselfand figuring out how to bea technically and artisticallystrong ballerina. Upon my returnto Toledo, I auditioned and wasinvited to be a Corps de Balletmember and this year I am aproud Principal Dancer in theCompany!”Since returning to Toledoin 2009, Meredith hasperformed the roles of LeadSnow, Flute, Dew Drop, andthe solo in The Waltz of theFlowers with the Toledo Ballet.Prior achievements includeperforming in Unlock the Magic,The Rock School for DanceEducation’s patriotic version ofThe Nutcracker at the KimmelCenter in Philadelphia, as wellas in The Nutcracker Suite withInternational Ballet Classiqueat Neumann College where shedanced in their annual gala asa snowflake and demi-soloist inWaltz of the Flowers.In the spring of ‘08, shecompeted in the Youth AmericaGrand Prix (YAGP) as a soloistand member of an ensemble,dancing variations from theclassical ballet Copellia. Theensemble placed regionallyand was invited to competein the YAGP finals at New YorkUniversity. That fall, she joinedFirst State Ballet Theatre inWilmington, DE, where sheperformed in the Corps deBallet for several performancesincluding The Nutcracker,Sleeping Beauty and Don Quixote.Another plus in her career ishaving worked with her dadTom. The two have performedtogether in two of the ToledoBallet’s productions. “It was alot of fun to have my dad as a‘party parent’ in the beginningof Nutcracker when I was Clara,and to ‘fight’ with him in the roleof pirate in Peter Pan when I wasan Indian.”LuminationsconnectionLast year, the talentedballerina performed atLourdes’ scholarship fundraiserLuminations! as part of theToledo Ballet’s Museum ofDreams production for whichshe played the lead nemesis.“I was thrilled to be a part ofthe production, to perform atLuminations! and to help makea Lourdes education possiblefor those who need a littleextra financial support,” shesays. “Education makes such apositive difference in a person’sfuture success, but it can bequite expensive, especially inthis current economy.”Learning topersevereThere have been manylandmarks in her 15 years ofdancing. Meredith rememberswith pride when she beganpointe at age 10 while dancingat Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre inTexas, learned to manage herlong legs when doing a grandjete (a large jump while doingthe splits in mid air) and whenshe regained her solid techniqueafter a major growth spurt. Sheconsiders her24 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

est accomplishments to beperforming in the Jack SkirballCenter for the Performing Arts atNew York University for the finalsof Youth America Grand Prixand training without any majorinjury for 12 consecutive years.In January, Meredith traveledto Philadelphia to have surgeryperformed on an extra bone inher foot – os trigonum – thathas plagued her with discomfortand frustration for the past 7years. Os trigonum syndrome isfrequently caused by repeateddownward pointing of the toeswhich is common among balletdancers, soccerplayers andotherathletes.With her ever-presentindomitable spirit, she adds,“I will be returning on crutchesjust in time for my first class ofspring semester.”Preparing forthe futureAs she prepares to graduatefrom high school, Meredithhas already begun to lay thegroundwork for her career. Asa post-secondary student, shewill have already completed 38college credit hours when sheenrolls in the fall and most likely,she will enter not as a freshmanbut with sophomore status.Following in hermother’s footstepsand alwayswanting totake care ofothers,Meredith plans to major innursing. “I remember alwayswanting to take care of myparents when they had a coldor an injury. For example, Iloved performing ‘surgery’ onmy dad’s hand when he hada splinter and even today, Ioften help friends with blistersor any type of problem in thestudio or backstage. Nursing isa blend of caring and sciencethat you don’t find in any otherprofession. A month beforeI was born, my dad was in aterrible car accident that couldhave been fatal. The expert carehe received aboard a Life Flighthelicopter, in the emergencyroom, the operating room andcritical care unit saved his life.I’ve had a father for the past18 years because nurses andphysicians had the knowledgeand skill to care for him.”While she says “ballet will alwaysbe a part of her life,” her careergoal is to work with youngerchildren, possibly in aneonatal intensiveI was thrilledto be a part ofthe production,to perform atLuminations and tohelp make a Lourdeseducation possiblefor those who need alittle extra financialsupport.“”care unit. “I absolutely lovenewborns and infants!I am thinking about going ontograduate school, so I’m gladLourdes offers master’s degrees.”When asked what studentorganizations she would liketo get involved with, Meredithreplies enthusiastically, “Ratherthan join an organization, I’dprefer to start one – possibly adance team!” UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 25

students in the newsLourdes students andalumni featured inTMA exhibitThe Toledo Museum of Art (TMA)worked with four area collegesand universities to present4Art: Student Art from BowlingGreen State University, LourdesUniversity, Owens CommunityCollege and The University ofToledo. The free exhibit ran fromOctober through January andfeatured works from studentsand alumni who were chosen bytheir individual institutions.Artists representing Lourdesincluded alumni AngelaJankowski Bronson (’10, BA,Art), Melinda Hallenbeck(’10, BA, Art, Psychology) andMolly Miller (’10, BA, Art) andstudents Annette Fink andChristina Young. “I was happilysurprised to be invited toenter my paintings in the 4Artshow,” offers Annette. “It was awonderful opportunity and a‘dream come true’ to be able toexhibit at TMA. The fact that Iwas able to exhibit with talentedfriends from Lourdes is the icingon the cake.”26 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

students in the newsMolly MillerChristina YoungAngela Jankowski Bronson“The featured students’ workdemonstrates the strengthand talent of our art majors,”adds Erin Palmer Szavuly,Art Department Chair. “Two ofthe pieces were even chosenfor the 4Art promotionalcampaign. We are grateful toTMA for its recognition of theyoung, emerging artists in ourcommunity.”Annette FinkATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 27

students in the newsCivil War dinner connects nursingstudents with older adultsNUR 265-2Integrated Clinicalstudents workedthis past fall withLittle Sisters of thePoor Sacred HeartHome residentsto promotecommunicationskills with thispopulation. Thegroup workedwith residents as they prepared for a Civil WarDinner in recognition of the 150 th anniversary of thispivotal time in our nation’s history.Enhancing Student Life programmingStudent Life staff members represented LourdesUniversity in Covington, KY, at the regionalNational Association for Campus Activities (NACA)conference with Director of Student Activities &Orientation Becky Tobias.“The activity allowed residents to reminisce abouttheir own recipes they used to make or eat whenthey were younger,” notes Andra Bell, AssistantProfessor of Nursing. “The students assisted them inmaking the side dishes and desserts and helped outduring the actual celebration.”Undergraduate students Tayler Carnes-Taylor(Early Childhood Education), Kedsed Desamour(Management) and Allison Walter (Pre-Art Therapyconcentration) with Interim Area CoordinatorKimberly Buckley (Organizational Leadership)attended sessions, networked and learned aboutthe planning process and components of studentlife programming. Students were excited to play alarge role in the decision-making process and theconference enhanced their understanding of howprogramming works from start to finish.“The conference gave our student staff theopportunity to grow closer and work as a teamin a setting outside the office,” notes Becky. “Theynetworked with other students and found creativeways to take information they received from otherschools and apply it to what would be best for ourLourdes Community.”A highlight of the conference occurred whenthe students “block booked” two performers –Comedian Arvin Mitchell and Musician PrestonPugmire – for spring semester.28 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

students in the newsExhibit showcases art student’s workAn exhibition highlighting the work of CindyMeadows (‘11, AA, Art; ‘11, BA, InterdisciplinaryStudies) showcased the artist’s versatility in severalmediums – commercial art, ceramics, photography,oil painting and printmaking. Currently enrolled inthe Master of Organizational Leadership program,Cindy has focused on honing her abilities uponreturning to college in 2006.Resiliency and empathy at Pre-ATAsymposiumThis past fall, three students traveled to Columbus,OH, with Art Therapy Instructor Charlene Taylorfor the 30 th annual Buckeye Art Therapy Association(BATA) symposium. Professor Taylor serves as Chairof BATA’s External Relations Committee.Scholarship winnersCongratulations to eight students who submittedwinning essays in The Blade’s “Discover a New U”scholarship contest. Each entrant submitted anessay explaining how a Lourdes University degreecould be beneficial to them and the communityat large. A total of four undergraduate and fourgraduate scholarships were awarded.Carolyn BunchPsychology major$4,000 undergraduate scholarshipMegan DornerNursing major$4,000 undergraduate scholarshipJoseph EspositoPsychology major$4,000 undergraduate scholarshipJennifer HeinzeTheology major$1,000 graduate scholarshipJulianna HergenrederNursing major$4,000 undergraduate scholarshipLynsey Bishop (Art with Pre-Art Therapyconcentration), Mia Pedraza (Psychology) andChelsea Couperthwaite (Art) joined fellowattendees at the symposium titled “Resiliency andEmpathy: The Art of Healing Trauma,” in producing agroup art piece in honor of life-time BATA memberDon Jones who is recovering from a recent stroke.Don is known by many as the “father of art therapy.”Diane Maytas led the project which combined all ofthe wellness wishes, photos and other mementosreceived by attendees.Sara KrafftNurse Anesthesia major$1,000 graduate scholarshipJeff MackOrganizationalLeadership major$1,000 graduate scholarshipSusan RussellTheology major$1,000 graduate scholarshipATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 29

students in the newsPictures from ItalyStudent pilgrims traveled onceagain to Assisi and Rome, Italy,to celebrate Lourdes’ CatholicFranciscan heritage as partof the annual Associationof Franciscan Colleges andUniversities (AFCU) StudentPilgrimage Program. Taking the11-day trek this year were AliElMokdad (Nursing), BenjaminJakeway (InterdisciplinaryStudies), Aileen Santry(Nursing) and Allison Walter(Pre-Art Therapy concentration).Read their blog at http://www.lourdes.edu/pilgrimage.aspx.Students preparing for Festival of One ActsLourdes University Drama Society student members are busy yearround. In December, they presented their fourth annual productionof Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas and are now working diligently ontheir annual Festival of One Acts production. Each year, the Festivalof One Acts showcases the winning plays from a one act playwritingcompetition.Now in its third year, the competition continues to gain notoriety.The 2011 competition saw more than 80 submissions from acrossthe US, Canada and Sri Lanka! The winning plays are:1 st PlaceLove Birds by Rod McFadden of Walnut Creek, CA2 nd PlaceA Problem with Friends by Janet Godsell of Wellington, Nova Scotia,Canada3 rd Place tieThe Memory Box by Chris Swanson of Westerville, OHPress Pray by Seth Freeman of Pacific Palisades, CAHonorable MentionsThank Emily by Richard Manley of New York, NYThe City of Mosques by Michael Bettencourt of Weehawken, NJFor more information on the Drama Society student organization orthe Festival of One Acts production contact Keith Ramsdell, Advisor,at 419-517-8881. UUh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas30 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

Gray Wolves SpiritHead SoftballCoach Jo AnnGordon hassigned the firstplayers to theinaugural 2013Gray Wolves team - TaylorDuvall, Emily Gawronski,Brianna Megyesi, MeganMosiniak and JordanPhelps!“I am thrilled with thepotential of this class,”notes Coach Gordon.“These players have apassion for the game andan uncanny desire to bea part of the inauguralLourdes Universitysoftball team.”Taylor (Early ChildhoodEducation) will bring herexplosive bat which ledthe Jefferson High Schoolsoftball team last seasonin slugging percentageand will play either thirdbase or in the outfield.A Newport, MI native,her accomplishmentsinclude receiving the2011 Coaches Awardand Queen of Diamonds-North 2011.Emily (Pre-PhysicalTherapy) attendedPerrysburg High School. Avarsity letter winner, sheis able to play just aboutanywhere on the field.Emily has been named amember of SkillsUSA, apartnership comprisedof students, teachersand industriesworking toensure Americahas a skilledworkforce.Brianna(Undecided)comes from atradition-ladenhigh schoolprogram atAnthony Wayne HighSchool where she playsshortstop. A completeplayer, she is solid onboth offense and defenseand possesses the toolsneeded to be a consistentplayer and leader. Herachievements includethe Scholar AthleteAward and First TeamAll-District Shortstop.She is a member of theNational Honor Societyand volunteers for severallocal organizations.Megan (Pre-AthleticTraining) attendedEvergreen High Schoolin Swanton, OH. CoachGordon indicates Meganis a catcher with greatpotential and has theperfect attitude to bePictured left:Emily Gawronski,Jordan Phelps andTaylor Duvallsuccessful behind theplate. A 4-year varsityletter winner, Meganwent to the ASA Nationalsin 2009 and the NorthernNationals in 2011.Jordan (Pre-Art Therapy)brings her pitching gloveto the Gray Wolves as wellas being a first basemanby trade. Hailing fromHartland, MI, she willgraduate from HowellHigh School. Jordan hasplayed for eight years andbenefited several teamsalready in her youngcareer.For the latest athleticsnews, visit www.lourdesathletics.com. iPictured below:Megan Mosiniak,Coach Gordon andBrianna MegyesiATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 31

gray wolves spiritChampions of CharacterAs a member of theWolverine HoosierAthletic Conference(WHAC) of theNational Associationof Intercollegiate Athletics(NAIA), Lourdes participates inNAIA’s Champions of Characterprogram. The purpose ofthe program is to instill anunderstanding of charactervalues in sport and providepractical tools for studentathletes, coaches and parentsto use in modeling exemplarycharacter traits.Lourdes and other NAIAmember institutions believethat sports do not buildcharacter in young people;instead, character-drivenadults do. “Each institution isexpected to uphold NAIA’s fivecore values - integrity, respect,responsibility, sportsmanshipand servant leadership,” notesLisa Binkowski, AssociateAthletic Director and Championsof Character Coordinator. “Weare responsible for gradingourselves through a scorecardsystem. At the end of eachacademic year, institutionswho have achieved the highestscores will be recognized as FiveStar Institutions.”During the 2011-12 academicyear, all student athletes,coaches and athletic personnelwere required to completeonline courses. Lisa completedtwo courses last spring at theNAIA convention to receive hercertification as a Champions ofCharacter Coordinator.32 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

gray wolves spirit“The athletics department andthe entire Lourdes Communitytake pride in the role we play,”adds Lisa. “It’s not just about thecoaches or students’ attitudesand behavior. The values theyexhibit spill over to the fans andthe institution to be exemplarycitizens and stewards. In theend, the Champions of Characterprogram aligns perfectly withthe Franciscan values on whichLourdes was founded.”The efforts of Lourdes GrayWolves teams this year havemade a difference in thecommunities they represent. Raising funds and awarenessfor progeria, a rare geneticdisorder Beautifying neighborhoodson Make a Difference Day Washing vehicles to raisefunds for United Way Raising funds and awarenessfor US armed servicesveterans and militarypersonnelLourdes University athletes participate in car wash for the United Way. Participating in and raisingfunds for the NationalAssociation of BasketballCoaches (NABC)-NAIACoaches vs. Cancer campaign Mentoring middle schoolstudents through team visitsTo learn more about theChampions of Characterprogram, contact Lisa at419-517-8870. iLourdes University athletes help to beautify localneighborhoods on Make a Difference Day.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 33

gray wolves spiritMen’s volleyball teammakes historyMen’s volleyballhas the smallestpercentage ofathletes that getto compete incollege than any other sportin the country,” begins GregReitz, Head Coach of Men’s andWomen’s Volleyball. “We areable to recruit from across thecountry because of this. Thatbrings individuals to Lourdesthat otherwise would havenever considered it. I wouldsay we are playing a prettyimportant role in the growth ofour institution because of this.”Only three colleges oruniversities in the state of Ohiocompete at the varsity level formen’s volleyball. “Being oneof those institutions is prettyspecial,” adds Coach. “We areable to give a group of men theopportunity to continue playingthe game that they have grownto love.”Coach Reitz is well knownand respected in the sport ofvolleyball. “My first coaching jobwas as a boy’s club volleyballcoach,” he says. “From there, Iadded boy’s high school coachto my resume and then men’sjunior college coach. I have alsohad the opportunity to serveas a player/coach on severalteams over the yearsincluding my Athletesin Action team thatcompeted in Russiaand the Ukraine.”Operating asHead Coach forboth teams, hesays he doesnot coachdifferently forthe genders.“I havealways triedto coach myfemale playersthe same way.We run a similar style of play foreach team. I was coached bysome of the greatest minds inthe game and have emulatedthe coaching styles of manyof them to come up with astyle that is all my own. Myeducational background alsolends itself well for trainingtechnique so that is my primaryfocus regardless of gender. Thebiggest difference between thetwo sports is the height abovethe floor. The net is 8 incheshigher for the men’s game.”Although they began theinaugural season with asomewhat limited number ofplayers, Coach says the groupof players that he and AssistantCoach Mike Froehlich haveassembled is a strong one. “Weanticipate a very competitiveteam who is fun to watch onthe court. My hope is that theirpersonalities show through asthey compete and the resultingproduct is a great one.”Excited to expose northwestOhio to the sport of men’svolleyball, Coach Reitzconcludes, saying, “We lookforward to developing aprogram that is very competitiveand can foster the growth ofthe game in the region. I amconfident that once people see

gray wolves spiritthe game played, they will have an appreciationfor the athleticism displayed on the court. This isdefinitely not just a girls’ game!”“We look forward to developing aprogram that is very competitiveand can foster the growth of thegame in the region.”For the latest news on men’s volleyball, visitwww.lourdesathletics.com. iATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 35

alumni spotlightPeopleJoanna Hunter’09, MOL, Organizational Leadership

alumni spotlightcultivating peopleIn today’s competitiveenvironment, so muchis imitated from onecompany to another.Functional excellence is easilyreproduced. Companiesneed skilled leaders who cancontinually build and developpeople so they, in turn,impact organizational results.Leadership is truly peoplecultivating people,” sharesJoanna Hunter (’09, MOL,Organizational Leadership).Since its establishment in2002, the Lourdes Master ofOrganizational Leadershipdegree program has producedleaders who have changed theculture of their organizations.Joanna is one of these successfulalumni. While working as theMarketing Manager in the BeerCategory for O-I in Perrysburg,Ohio, she says her “MOLexperience came at the perfectmoment in my career. I waslooking for a new challenge andI had no idea where my master’sdegree would take me.”During the last semester of herprogram, O-I began a search foran internal facilitator to sustaintheir investment in the Pathwaysto Leadership® (PTL) process.Instituted at O-I in 2006, O-Isought to cultivate leaders whowould empower individualswhile inspiring a collaborativeculture. The MOL program, shesays, “opened the door for meand empowered me to pursuea new career path and receivethree promotions.”Today, as LeadershipDevelopment Leader, Joannais responsible for the effectiveexecution of leadershipdevelopment programs,performance consulting andother related training andhuman resource initiatives.“It is my job to promote unity,communication and positivemorale, resulting in greaterinnovation and empowerment.”The power of acapstone projectThe final aspect of each MOLcohort participant’s program isthe completion of a capstoneresearch project. Joanna’sresearch was designed toidentify the impact that the PTLdevelopment program has hadon the organization’s culture.The results of her capstoneresearch provided O-I leadershipwith a benchmark for the PTLprogram. In addition, theyleveraged the discoveriesto make necessaryimprovements and informeddecisions on how to allocatefuture investments in leadershiptraining.As Joanna points out, “Mycapstone subject was relevantand significant to my job and tothe interests of O-I leadership. Theresults showed that the investmentof dollars into the programresulted in a significant impact onthe behaviors and perceptions ofthe participants.” Her work evengarnered her the “opportunity toshare the results with the CEO andhis executive team.”She credits Deborah Schwartz,PhD, Dean of the GraduateSchool, who served as heradvisor on her capstone projectas well as Stephen Ball, PhD,her quantitative statisticsinstructor, for guiding her incompleting her capstone. In theend, she said the experience“taught me the importanceof using data to analyze andvalidate my business thoughtprocess and equipped mewith a new confidence in myleadership decision-makingabilities.”ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 37

alumni spotlightA leader in thecommunityJoanna is a leader in herpersonal life as well. She enjoysgiving back to the communitythrough her church andorganizations that help innercity youth. For the last two years,she has served as the UnitedWay Co-Chair at O-I. Othercharity work includes chairingO-I’s Junior Achievementfundraiser, chairing events andthe Junior Clinic for the JamieFarr Kroger Classic and servingas a court appointed specialadvocate for Lucas CountyJuvenile Court. “The work doneby volunteers is so rewardingbecause it impacts so manyfacets of our community. Theresults are tangible.”When not busy impactingher company’s culture or hercommunity, Joanna enjoysspending time with Kevin, herhusband of 21 years, and theirchildren – Kory, 18 and Dylan,14. When it’s time for a vacation,you will find Joanna and herfamily doing “anything thatinvolves mountains and water.Of course,” she adds, “my favoritedestination is Vail, CO.”What advice does she offerprofessionals considering theMOL program? “We all possessunique and valuable talentsthat may not be recognized onour own or by our work peersor supervisors,” replies Joanna.“The MOL program provides theopportunity for people who aremotivated to build and discovertheir true leadership potential.” U“Joanna exemplifies theleadership skills and ethicwe seek to develop in ourMOL students. As a student,she became interested in thepotential of transformationalleaders to shapeorganizational culture. Sheused her capstone researchproject as an opportunityto study the effects of aleadership developmentprogram on transformationalleadership, empowermentand organizational culturein order to make positivechange at her organization.”Deborah Schwartz, PhDDean of the GraDuate School

alumni spotlightRobin Reeves’11, BA, Health Care Management;‘08, AA, BusinessBuildingyour own brandEtiquette and image are so muchmore than what is placed on a table.Individuals possessing these qualitieshave a definite edge in achievingprofessional success,” believes Robin Reeves.“They have built their own brand and have a solidreputation based on their work ethic, integrity andabilities.”Advocating the need for etiquette, Robin has stakedher own reputation in the establishment of hercompany – Reeves Etiquette & Image Consulting.Since the summer of 2010, she has built a strongclient base by identifying her clients’ brands andcultures and designing customized programs tobest represent them. Her work has definitely paiddividends with the acquisition of her biggest clientto date – The Toledo Club.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 39

alumni spotlightEstablished in 1889, The ToledoClub is a private, downtown cluboffering a setting for businessmeetings, dinners and parties,overnight accommodationsand athletic facilities in one ofthe most notable and beautifulbuildings in the region. Robinsecured this client throughher previous work in thedevelopment realm. As a UnitedWay Development Officer,she was brought into contactwith a strong network ofinfluential individuals includingJoseph Zerbey, President andGeneral Manager of The Bladeand President of the Board ofTrustees for The Toledo Club.After Robin shared the newsof her etiquette business, Mr.Zerbey suggested that shetrain and teach The ToledoClub’s servers. Robin adds,“it was very generous of Mr.Zerbey to provide me with thisopportunity and I am so gratefulthat he did!”Even though some of theservers have over 20 years ofexperience, the employeesfound it very beneficial. “Thistraining has definitely helpedme to best represent TheToledo Club while meeting thecustomers’ needs,” offers Jill, whoworks as a server. Joan, who isa hostess, adds, “it has been along time since I’ve been giventhis type of training. It was trulyrefreshing.”One of the many satisfiedcustomers is Kyle Grefe, ExecutiveDirector of Family OutreachCommunity United States(FOCUS), Toledo. A frequentvisitor to The Toledo Club, shesays she noticed the changeimmediately and attributes theenhanced quality of service tothe training Robin provided.Building upon yourstrengthsInstilled with a strong workethic and self worth from herparents Melvin and Iola Reeves,Robin is thankful for the loveand guidance they provided.“My parents were committedto working hard and providingfor their family. They were wellrespected in their organizations– he in the UAW and she in theToledo Public Schools system,”adds Robin. “You could say Dadworked until his illness andeventual death.”Blessed with a self-described“diverse professionalbackground,” it was a passionfor helping people that guidedRobin to pursue a degree inbusiness and health care. “I’vealways had a passion to helppeople through adversity,”she says. Her parents wereno strangers to adversities sothey urged her to stay focusedand receive a college degreedespite any obstacles she wouldface. However, Robin left TheUniversity of Toledo to work fulltimein the banking industry.“You could say I was sidetrackedbecause of my desire to makemoney and help loved onesfirst. Later, it dawned on methe significance of a collegeeducation so I returned toschool and never looked back.”Over the next several years,Robin worked full-time for theUAW and later the United Wayas a Loaned Executive andDevelopment Officer whilecontinuing her education ona part-time basis. “Lourdesopened up windows for methrough their business courses.”Even through tough personaltimes, she says the institutionremained steadfast in itssupport. “Their Franciscan valueswere definitely in the forefrontas I dealt with the passing ofmy pastor (Robert P. Wormley),my father and my advisor,Thomas Wolf (former Chair ofthe Business Department). Thefaculty and staff embraced meand had faith in me as a personand a professional, which werekeys to my success.”Coming full circleHer eventual path towardetiquette and image consultingcame through her work withthe United Way (UW). “As Iworked with potential donorsand friends of UW, I had toimprove upon my own diningand business etiquette skillsas well as develop a talent formaking small talk or dinnerconversation. My fear was that Iwould be a total klutz,” she jokes.In the spring of 2009, Robinchose to leave her position atUnited Way to pursue a career inhealth care. She recalls feelingno remorse at this drasticchange because God was “givingme another vision. My Dad wasin the last stages of illness andwanted to go home,” she says.40 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

alumni spotlight“God has always had astrong presence in mylife and it just felt asif He was guiding meto take the next step.Whenever a door closes,a window opens.”“He had been so good to methroughout my life; I knew I hadto do this for him.”While she, along with hermother and siblings, caredfor her father during his lastfew months, an idea begancrystallizing for her to establishher own business. “God hasalways had a strong presencein my life and it just felt as if Hewas guiding me to take the nextstep. Whenever a door closes, awindow opens.”Over the last year, Robin hasprovided a valuable service toher clients including BridgetJones, a recent Ohio StateUniversity journalism graduate.Robin assisted Bridget andfour other college students topresent themselves in the bestmanner on a resumé and inperson. “We may not always feelour best but we must alwayspresent our best,” asserts Robin.Through her guidance andtraining, her clients have goneon to great success in their owncareers.Looking to explore morecareer opportunities, SandraAlexandra, an accomplishedseamstress with over 26 yearsof experience, contacted Robinfor a few interviewing tips. Soonafter her first etiquette andimage session, she called to say,“Thank you for all your help, Igot the job!” Robin said this isjust one reason why she chosethis business. “The mission ofReeves Etiquette is to empowerchildren and adults to buildrelationships and success withconfidence, personal integrityand respect.” UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 41

alumni news & notesNew Alumni RelationsOfficer namedLourdes welcomes new AlumniRelations Officer Erin Hafner whowill carry on the dedicated workof Shannon Polz. After welcomingnew baby Grace, Shannon hasdecided to be a stay-at-homemom. We wish Shannon, Eric andGrace all the best!Celebrating new alumni at Grad BashRecent graduates gathered this past semester tocelebrate their academic accomplishments andto be welcomed as the newest members of theLourdes Alumni Association.While Erin is new to theInstitutional AdvancementDepartment she is not newto the Lourdes Community.Having served five years in theAdmissions office including her most recent role asAssistant Director of Admissions, Erin has workedwith many alumni when they first joined theLourdes Community as students.Erin has over eight years of experience inenrollment services having also worked at MadonnaUniversity and Owens Community College. Shereceived her bachelor of arts degree from MiamiUniversity and has prior experience workingin alumni relations for The University of Toledowhere she received her master’s degree in highereducation.In Erin’s wordsAs the new Alumni Relations Officer, I am thrilled tostart this new adventure! This is such an exciting timeto be at Lourdes and I look forward to sharing this timewith Lourdes alumni.As I look at the calendar, we have many exciting eventsfor all ages and backgrounds. Many of the eventsare family-friendly, so bring the kids for an athleticevent or a day at Great Wolf Lodge. If you have anysuggestions for additional events, I welcome all ideas.We are currently taking nominations for the Alumnusof the Year Award. Who will you nominate? We arelooking for nominees who have shown a commitmentto the Lourdes Community.I look forward to meeting and working with all thewonderful Lourdes alumni. At events, please stop byand introduce yourself.Future alumni eventsTHURSDAY, MARCH 8Sensory IntegrationWorkshopHosted by the EducationBranchFranciscan CenterRooms A & B6 - 8 p.m.$5 in advance; $7.50 atdoor; Alumni FREE withalumni cardWEDNESDAY, APRIL 11Leadership SummitHosted by the LeadershipAlumni BranchFranciscan CenterCommons8 - 9:30 a.m.$10 per personSATURDAY, APRIL 14Alumni Day at LourdesBaseball GameMercy Field1 p.m.FRIDAY, APRIL 20 –SATURDAY, APRIL 21Great Wolf Lodge Eventfor AlumniDiscounted rates foralumniGreat Wolf LodgeSandusky, OHSATURDAY, APRIL 21Alumni Reception at theGreat Wolf Lodge$10 for adults; $5 forchildren 4-10; FREE forchildren 3 & underErin Hafner42 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

alumni news & notesClass notes2009LieutenantSarah Matuszek(MSN, Nursing)came homefrom Iraq whereshe served as aflight and criticalcare nurse inthe emergencyroom for theUnited States Army. She returned to work atMercy St. Charles Hospital in January.2006Lisa McCartney (BA, Management, Marketing)received her Master of Business Administrationdegree from Argosy University with aconcentration in Marketing.2000Barbara Tartaglia (BA, Individualized Studies)is the Associate Vice President for Developmentat The University of Toledo’s Main Campus andis Principal Gift Officer for their College of Law.A Certified Fund Raising Executive, Barbara hasworked in advancement for more than 15 years.1998Trina Belair (BSN, Nursing), received herMaster of Science in Nursing degree from TexasA&M University this past May. She is currentlycompleting her Family Nurse Practitionerprogram with a post-graduate certificate inNursing Education.Nominate an alumnusWEDNESDAY, MAY 2Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan CenterBoard Room6:30 - 8 p.m.THURSDAY, MAY 3Lourdes UniversityAlumni Association BoardMeetingFranciscan Center6 p.m.SATURDAY, MAY 5Leadership Graduation &Alumni DinnerToledo Zoo6 p.m.TUESDAY, MAY 8Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan CenterBoard Room6:30 - 8 p.m.WEDNESDAY, MAY 9Stressbusters hosted bythe Alumni AssociationUlrich Commons, McAlearHall11 a.m. - 5 p.m.THURSDAY, MAY 24Alumni AssociationAnnual DinnerFranciscan Center6 p.m.$10 per personSUNDAY, JUNE 3Business Alumni BranchPicnicFranciscan Center Lawn1 p.m.THURSDAY, JUNE 21Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan CenterBoard Room6:30 - 8 p.m.Do you know an alumnus who goes aboveand beyond to demonstrate Lourdes’ values ofcommunity, learning, reverence and service?Has this individual been instrumental in givingof his or her time, talent and treasure to supportLourdes’ mission?Nominations for the 2012 Alumnus of the Yearare now being accepted through May 1. Don’tmiss this opportunity to share the good work ofyour friend and fellow alum! Each nominee willbe featured in an upcoming AtLourdes magazinewith the winner being announced at the AlumniAssociation Annual Dinner on Thursday, May 24.To submit a nomination, visit www.lourdes.edu/alumni and click on “Alumnus of the Year.”Share your achievements andgood news with the Lourdes UniversityCommunity and fellow Alumni Associationmembers. Contact Erin at 419-517-8971 oralumni@lourdes.edu.

faculty featureHolly Baumgartner, PhDProfessor of EnglishDouble B.A., The University of ToledoM.A., Ph.D., Bowling Green StateUniversity

faculty featureCollaborator, mentor,host, communityservant andpilgrim. These areonly a few of the hats that HollyBaumgartner, PhD wears.“My interests are varied, butthey are also interconnected atthe same time in that they arelinked through the concept ofcommunity.”CollaborativeInstructorHaving taught at colleges fromMercy of Northwest Ohio toEngland’s University of Oxford,Dr. Baumgartner brings a diversework experience to the Lourdesclassroom.“Teaching at Oxford was a lifealteringexperience, in partbecause the teaching structurewas completely different. Itgave me a new perspective onteaching and since then, I havesearched for ways of integratingsome of the ideas I learnedwhile at Oxford into my personalpedagogy and into our ownuniversity structures.”At Lourdes, Dr. Baumgartnerhas partnered with a numberof departments on projectsaimed at providing studentswith a well-rounded academicexperience. “Collaboration andcommunity are very importantto me. I have treasured workingwith such a diverse group offaculty and staff!”Professor Baumgartner’s recentpartnerships include:Pre-Nursing LearningCommunity Instructor withpartners:Chris Boudrie, MD, AssistantProfessor of BiologyAngela Gorny, AcademicSupport Center CoordinatorSr. Barbara Stallman, OSF, PhD,Professor of Chemistry2011 Tau – Lourdes’ Literaryand Artistic Journal co-editorwith:Beth VanRheenen, PhD, (former)Associate Professor of Language& LiteratureGraduate Nursing longitudinalstudy of writing and researchwith:Deborah Vargo, PhD, Director ofthe Master of Science in NursingProgramAdditionally, she was oneof the judges for the DramaSociety’s One Act PlaywritingCompetition and is working withanother group of students ona national writing conferencepaper and project.As a collaborator, ProfessorBaumgartner is also reachingbeyond the Lourdes classroomas a program reviewer for theNational Council of Teachers ofEnglish. “I am part of a nationalgroup that will review collegeEnglish programs across theUnited States.”Advisor and MentorDr. Baumgartner also servesas the faculty advisor for twostudent organizations – Literatiand the Lourdes Arab AmericanStudent Association (LAASA).“It has been an enrichingexperience to work withstudents in Literati and LAASA.They are both highly motivatedgroups and I’m so proud of howhard they have worked.”LAASA President Ali ElMokdad(Nursing) says that after havingDr. Baumgartner as an instructor,he knew she would be a greatadvisor for the organization.“She is truly dedicated toLAASA’s mission and is alwayswilling to help us with ourfundraisers and events,” attestsAli. “I know I can always turn toher for guidance. She has helpedmake LAASA a success and hasbeen an incredible mentor forour group.”International HostLourdes University isn’t theonly school benefitting from Dr.Baumgartner’s enthusiasm andexpertise. She is also involvedwith the Maumee Valley CountryDay School (MVCD). Currently,she is hosting a student, YingjieHe, from Hangzhou, China, whois enrolled in the InternationalStudent Program at MVCD.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 45

faculty feature“It’s definitely a commitment,often of a several year duration,for these students and theirhost families – they are veryinvested, both financiallyand physically, in their studyabroad experience. I am verypassionate about culturalexchange. My hope is that I cancontribute to the Lourdes effortto engage the internationalstudents graduating from thehigh schools in the region, sothat they choose to stay andcontinue their studies here. Wecan all learn so much from oneanother – it’s really a win-win!”Community servantDr. Baumgartner lends herselfto other causes outside ofeducation as well. She hasserved as a celebrity readerthrough United Way’s “Let’sRead! You and Me” program andhas recently assisted residentsat the Turtle Mountain IndianReservation and hosted awriting workshop for veterans.46 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012Yingjie He, from Hangzhou, China and Holly Baumgartner.Last summer, she joined forceswith Kathleen Jenks, AssociateProfessor of Nursing at MercyCollege of Northwest Ohio,and traveled to take part inan interdisciplinary seminarat the Turtle Mountain IndianReservation in North Dakota.The seminar focused onNative American healthand was tied to the Mercynursing curriculum.Established in 1882, theTurtle Mountain IndianReservation has a totalpopulation of more than8,000 and is the mostwidely dispersed of allreservations in the UnitedStates.“This project wasanother lesson incommunity,” reflectsDr. Baumgartner.“Residents at TurtleMountain are a tightlyknit group trying tobalance their culturalhistory and traditions,yet still survive andflourish inside a larger,dominant country withoften differing values.They were genuinelykind and engagedpeople. I was honoredto be able to visit – andbeing that it was apartnership with MercyCollege, it allowed twoCatholic colleges towork together.”

faculty featureIn fall 2010, Dr.Baumgartner partneredwith Amy Hartman at theSylvania Public Libraryto design and host aVeteran’sWriting Workshop. “Ourgoal was to give veteransa safe place wherethey could share theirpersonal stories andwrite about their militaryexperiences,” explains Dr.Baumgartner. “Workingwith the veterans wasa true gift. I learned somuch from them, andcontinue to learn.”Upon completionof the workshops,Dr. Baumgartner and Amycreated the book In Our Boots:A Collection of Veterans’Stories. “We selected avariety of pieces writtenduring the workshops– some, such as “Letterfrom Hamburger Hill,”are very serious andpoignant, while othersare more upbeat andhumorous. Our hopewith In Our Boots isthat their work reaches awider audience. These vets areliving history.”Additional information and anexcerpt from In Our Boots maybe found on page 18.Franciscan PilgrimThis spring, Dr. Baumgartnerwill add one more hat to hercollection – Franciscan Pilgrim.In May, she will join a group ofLourdes faculty and staff as partof the Association of FranciscanColleges & Universities (AFCU)Pilgrimage in Assisi, Italy.“I still can’t believe I wasselected to go on thepilgrimage – It’s sucha blessing,” exclaimsDr. Baumgartner.“I was drawn toLourdes because of itsFranciscan values. Noone ever has to wonderabout Lourdes livingits mission – being oncampus, you see that theUniversity has createda sense of communityfounded in its values oflearning, reverence andservice.”Whether helping students,veterans or others, it is clear thatDr. Baumgartner gives of herselfgreatly. Through her work, she issharing the Franciscan spirit andmission of Lourdes Universitythroughout the world. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 47

faculty & staff kudosAppointments/Certifications/PromotionsChristine Boudrie, MDActing Chair, Spring andSummer 2012Department of Biology &Health SciencesLourdes UniversityLindsay Czech, MEdConferencePlanningMemberOhio CollegePersonnelAssociation(OCPA)Mary Anne Kubat, MSNNursing AwardSafe HavenToledo, OHDale Lanigan, EdDCommittee Member2013 National Conference onRestorative JusticeToledo, OHJoyce Litten, EdDMark Robinson, MSWJames Wares, MSWTrainers/DevelopersMareda PropertiesToledo, OHGina Paris, MACo-Chair2013 NationalConferenceon RestorativeJusticeToledo, OHManda Rice, BAGrant Professional CertifiedGrant Professionals CertificationInstituteAwardsAnjali Gray, PhDPatricia O’Connell, PhDEducators of ExcellenceOhio MagazinePerformancesOlga Topuzova-Meade, MMSolo RecitalToledo Museum of ArtToledo, OHFall Music Showcase withLourdes University ChoirsFranciscan CenterSylvania, OHChristmas Concert with LourdesUniversity ChoirsFranciscan CenterSylvania, OHChristmas Concert with LourdesUniversity ChoirsGrace United Methodist ChurchPerrysburg, OHPresentationsSr. Ann Carmen Barone, OSF,MMSr. Barbara Vano, OSF, MA“Francis & Clare: in the footprintsof Jesus”Foundations in SpiritualityProgram through the DominicanCenter at MarywoodWashington ChurchToledo, OHDebra Bercher, MEd“I really do study”Northwest Ohio Symposiumon Science, Mathematics andTechnology TeachingPenta Career CenterPerrysburg, OHKate Beutel, PhD“Love and service in Erdrick’sThe Last Report on the Miracles atLittle No Horse”The Mideast Conference onChristianity and LiteratureUniversity of DaytonDayton, OHChristine Boudrie, MDDariel Jacobs, PhDPaul Longenecker, PhD“American Summer LeadershipInstitute: what we learned whilein Hungary!”Faculty Scholarship LectureSeriesLourdes UniversitySylvania, OHRyan Butt, JD“Business internships redesignedfor the 21 st century”Midwest Cooperative Education& Internship’s 2011 ConferenceMilwaukee, WIDonald Czarcinski, PhD“What Pavlovcan teach usabout how mathstudents respondto questions ona test”Northwest OhioSymposiumon Science, Mathematics andTechnology TeachingPenta Career CenterPerrysburg, OH48 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

faculty & staff kudosGeoffrey Grubb, PhDwith S. Amjad Hussain“Catholic-Muslim dialogue:principles of interpretation ofscripture (exegesis and tafsir) inCatholicism and Islam”The University of ToledoToledo, OHRoberta Wigle Justice, MM“Music therapy with people withautism disorder”Lourdes UniversitySylvania, OHPaul Longenecker, PhD“The Role of core values in theIDT: the next chapter”National Hospice and PalliativeCare Organization12 th Clinical Team Conferenceand Pediatric Intensive – TheHospice IDT: Leading andInnovating Quality Throughoutthe Care ContinuumSan Diego, CA“The Volunteer’s role in ethicalhospice care”Midwest Care Alliance AnnualFall Conference – Building aCommunity of CareColumbus, OHLaura Megeath, PhD“NASA Missions”Whitman Center,MonroeCommunityCollegeMonroe, MIJennifer Sader, PhDDeborah Schwartz, PhD“Factors in the assessment ofgraduate programs”Association for the Studyof Higher Education (ASHE)ConferenceCharlotte, NCElizabeth Wise, PhD“Interdisciplinary professionaldevelopment: chemistry and art”The University of Toledo StudentAffiliates of the Toledo Section ofthe American Chemical SocietyThe University of ToledoToledo, OHNorthwest Ohio Symposiumon Science, Technology,Engineering and MathematicsTeachingPerrysburg, OHPublicationsChristine Boudrie, MD“The first day of class: starting onpes dexta”HAPS-Educator, 16 (1), 2011, 20-21Susan Deckelman, MSNMary Anne Kubat, MSNJennifer Lenkay, MSNCharlene Nims, PhDDeborah Sullivan, MSN“Collaboration of nursing facultyand college administration increating organizational change”Nursing Education Perspectives,31 (6), November-December2010, 381-6Anjali Gray, PhDAuthored and reviewed “Join-In”online questions, pre-test andpost-test study questionsHuman Heredity, 9 th editionMichael Cummings (Author)2011, Brooks/Cole CengageLearningBelmont, CARoberta Wigle Justice, MM“Helen Bonny as teacher, mentorand supervisor”Voices, a world forum for musictherapy, 10:3, 2010http://www.voices.no/Paul Longenecker, PhD“The role of core values in theDT: the next chapter”Audio recording (CD)Digital Conference Providers,Session: NHPC011175, 2010San Diego, CAMark MacDowell, MA“A Meta-mathematical approachtoward an explanation ofQuantum entanglement”Neuroquantology, 9, (4),December 2011Patrice McClellan, EdDJennifer Sader, PhD“I treat everyone the same”:Interrogating power andprivilege in leadership educationDuoethnography: Culture, Identityand CurriculumR. Norris and D. Lund (Eds.)2012, Left Coast PressWalnut Creek, CAATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 49

faculty & staff kudosJudi Nath, PhDwith FrederickMartini, PhDFundamentalsof Anatomy &Physiology, 3rdEditionPublished inItalian2011, EdiSESNaples, ItalyJennifer Sader, PhD“The influenceof gender:women doctoralstudents incomputerscience”EmpoweringWomen in HigherEducation and Student Affairs:Theory, Research, Narrativesand Practice from FeministPerspectivesP.A. Pasque and S.E. Nicholson(Eds.)2011, StylusSterling, VAMichael Smith, PhDManuscript with Anne Bauer,Robert Beebe, Julie Edminster,Carol Engler, Karen Herringtonand Ted ZiglerNavigating the Maze ofProfessional Standards: Ohio’sStandards Alignment Project2010Nance Wilson, PhD withL. Smetana“Questioning as thinking: ametacognitive framework toimprove comprehension ofexpository text”Literacy, 45:2, August 2011New Faculty and StaffMelissa BondyAdmissions CoordinatorCody CarrollAssistant Baseball CoachGina DuranAdministrative Assistant,Grant Administration, College ofNursingMichael George, BADirector ofDevelopment &Annual FundJo Ann Gordon, MAHead Softball CoachErin Hafner, MEdAlumni Relations OfficerStephen HerzogAssistant Baseball CoachRobin Kratzer, MEdDirector of School andEducational PartnershipsLaura Murnen, BAAdministrative Assistant,Academic Support CenterHeath Reynolds, BASports Information DirectorRobbie RichardsGraduate Admissions RecruiterOriana Rife, BSAdmissions CoordinatorMichelle Vollmar, BADirector, Campus Safety &SecurityKimberly Yost, MOLInterim Director of Center forProfessional StudiesCORRECTIONSIn the Annual Report, the followingmembers of the Tau Societyshould have been listed under the$10,000-$49,999 category.Paul B. & Carol HoodKevin J. & Susan KenneyPatrick J. & Angele McGradyBernadette NoeKeith K. & Shirley SchlenderArt & Judy Clendenin, Jr., membersof the Evergreen Society, shouldhave been listed under the 20Years+ category for their 27 years ofconsecutive giving.Our sincerest apologies for thesemisprints.A note from the editors:After an in-depth review, theeditors would like to clarify somefacts pertaining to the James Nevelfeature in the summer 2010 editionof AtLourdes. It should be notedthat James served as a Vietnamera veteran, was not diagnosedwith cancer but with nodules onhis lungs and lesions on his liverand between he and Amy Jo, thecouple adopted six children (Jamesadopted two, Amy Jo four).50 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

lifelong learning newsLearn something new this spring!This month,Lifelong Learning islaunching its springprogramming,offering something foreveryone. The only requirementto participate is a desire to learn!Chocolate tastingCo-owner of the Flying RhinoCoffee and Chocolate Bar inToledo Gini Behrendt will beteaching about the process ofmaking chocolate, from thecacao tree to the table. Differenttypes of chocolate will beexplained, and then tasted!Computer classesUser-friendly advice to keep youand your computer workingwell together! From using theinternet to creating advancedspreadsheets, these classes offerindividual attention and handsonpractice.Fused GlassCreate your own ornamentsof glass! Layer colored glass tocraft a pin, pendant, or magnetthat reflects your own uniqueaesthetic. The hardest part ischoosing from the numerouscolors and types of glassavailable!GenealogyLearn about genealogicalprinciples and ethics, researchtools, records and how to usethem. Dig into your past underthe guidance of professionalgenealogist Derek Davey.Great DecisionsGreat Decisions is America’slargest discussion programon world affairs. Publishedannually by the Foreign PolicyAssociation, the programhighlights the most thoughtprovokingforeign policychallenges facing Americanstoday.Great Books and GreatConversationsGreat Books groups areforums for thoughtful readers.Discussions are lively, friendly,sometimes contentious—anda good deal of fun. Participantschallenge their own and others’beliefs and opinions in the lightof a rich, thought-provoking text.History of EspionageHistory is full of stories ofespionage, undertaken bygovernments, companiesand the military, as well asindividuals acting alone. Learnmore about the reasons forspying, the methods used andthe results of secret informationfalling into the “wrong” hands.Reintroduction of GrayWolves into YellowstoneNational ParkAfter being nearly wiped outof Yellowstone, wolves are nowbeing reintroduced. Discover thefascinating story of the gray wolfin Yellowstone National Parkand how we see this importantanimal.The AmericanRetirement CrisisLearn how to build wealth,reduce risk and meet yourpersonal goals. Whether youare planning to retire soon, justrecently retired or planning forthe future, this class will provideyou with valuable information tohelp you make life choices.Wine: Interesting Reds,Intriguing Whites andLively Sparkling winesExpand your wine knowledgeand broaden your palate! Eachweek taste an array of winesthat go beyond Chardonnay,Cabernet and Merlot. Learn howwine is made and how to read awine label.For the full class list or tobecome a Lifelong Learningmember, visit www.lourdes.edu/lifelong. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 51

campus news briefsRecord-breaking giftsLourdes celebrated two milestones during the fall semester – the firstever million dollar gifts from an individual and an organization.The ProMedica Flower Hospital/McKesson Memorial Fund donated$1 million over a 10 year period towards the establishment of anendowed scholarship fund for the Lourdes Master of Science inNursing: Nurse Anesthesia Program. Funds will be allocated to studentscholarships, continuing education in the field of anesthesia, staffdevelopment, direct support for the program and the creation of alecture series.Elmer I. McKesson, MD, was a consulting anesthesiologist at FlowerHospital until his death in 1935 and was known throughout the worldas a scientist, physician, educator and inventor. The McKesson MemorialFund was established for the perpetual research, education and studyof anesthesia.During the annual State of the University Address, President BobHelmer, PhD, announced the institution’s first individual million dollargift given by friend and Board of Trustees member Russell J. Ebeid. “Weare so thankful to Russ for his support of Lourdes,” offered Dr. Helmer.“Our students have already benefitted greatly from the Ebeid StudentCenter named in his honor and now will further benefit from theservices and activities offered in Lourdes’ new athletic center.”Top awards receivedLourdes University once againreceived high praise fromThe Princeton Review and GIJobs magazine. The PrincetonReview, nationally knownfor its test preparation andadmissions services,named Lourdesone of its 2012Best Collegesin theMidwestfor theeighthconsecutiveyear. Theselection wasbased on reviews and feedbackfrom Lourdes students.For the third consecutive year,Lourdes was also named amongthe list of Military FriendlySchools® by GI Jobs magazine,the premier publication formilitary transitioners. Accordingto GI Jobs, Lourdes ranked “inthe top 15% of all colleges,universities and trade schoolsnationwide.” As a MilitaryFriendly campus, Lourdesparticipates in the Yellow RibbonGI Education EnhancementProgram and offers a VeteransCenter and several scholarshipsfor servicemen and women.Mr. Ebeid, whose granddaughter Kristina (BA, Business Administration,Health Care Administration) graduated from Lourdes in 2007, shared afew words about his support of the institution and the strong connectionbetween athletics and academics in helping students be competitivein today’s market. He concluded with his only request as benefactor ofthe athletic center, stating lightheartedly, “I only ask that I be allowed tothrow one of the first basketballs during the inaugural game so that Imight finally accomplish my college ambition of being a student athlete!”52 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

campus news briefsNight at Ciao! benefitsscholarships – eventtransitions to CelebrityWait NightThis past fall, President BobHelmer, PhD, welcomed guestsas they enjoyed Lourdes Nightat Ciao! Attendees enjoyedstupendous Italian cuisine andrenewed acquaintances whileraising nearly $3,000 for studentscholarships. Mike Gibbons,CEO and President of MainstreetVentures, Inc. and as a LourdesBoard of Trustees memberhas provided the LourdesCommunity with this greatopportunity for several years.The event will transition toa Celebrity Wait Night onSeptember 10, 2012, with RealSeafood Company at the Docksin downtown Toledo serving asthe venue. For more informationor to nominate a CelebrityWaiter, contact AdvancementEvents Coordinator KellyDilworth at 419-824-3751 orkdilworth@lourdes.edu.Rabbi Sokobin lectureamong Lifelong LearingofferingsIn honor of his friendship withLourdes President EmeritaSr. Ann Francis Klimkowski,OSF, PhD, Rabbi Alan MayorSokobin, ThD, DD, JD, lecturedon “Judaism: Survival in a HostileSea.” The pro bono lecture waspart of three events offered thispast fall through the LifelongLearning educational programfor adults of all ages.Other educational opportunitiesincluded a trip to the MazzaMuseum in Findlay, the world’slargest museum devoted toliteracy and a performance byThe Toledo Symphony.For information on upcomingclasses, trips and events, contactCoordinator Laura Megeath,PhD, at 419-517-8897 or visitwww.lourdes.edu/lifelong.Planetarium in the newsThe Appold Planetariumcontinued to delight audiencesthis past fall with a new show,SETI – The Search for ExtraTerrestrial Intelligence. SETIdelved intothe world ofextra terrestriallife and itspossibilities– from theplanets thatare now beingfound aroundother stars, tothe feasibilityof traveling tothe stars and what aliens mightNEW at the Appold Planetarium!Sept 17, 24 • Oct 1, 15, 22 • Nov 12, 19Saturdays 7:30 pm • 419.517.8897 • planetarium@lourdes.edu$5 Adults, $4 Children/Lourdes Community • Reservations recommendedwww.lourdes.edu/appoldactually be like, to the possibilitythat UFOs have been visitingand the various methods thatscientists today are using to getin touch.Planetarium Coordinator LauraMegeath, PhD, received highhonors last semester – beingnamed one of only 20 NASAEarth Ambassadors nationwide.As part of a two-year program,the NASA Climate Days initiativeencourages schools andcommunities to raise awarenessof climate change in order toimprove the climate literacy inthe United States.For more information onthe Appold Planetariumprogramming, visitwww.lourdes.edu/planetarium.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 53

campus news briefsSanta visits the Life LabIn December, Santa read hispoem about Yanny Yak gettingtangled up in Christmas lightsto more than 300 children andtheir family members when he,Mrs. Claus and 2 elves attendedthe Life Lab’s program Laughand Learn with Santa and theAnimals. Lourdes Universitygraduates, work study studentsand student workers fromsummer science camps turnedout to assist the kids and helpedthem work on several crafts.Also joining the festivities wereOlander Park Naturalist SandyGratop and Christ Child Societymembers.Each family received a CD ofChristmas songs written byLinda Penn, Life Lab CurriculumCoordinator and performed bywell-known local singer andguitarist Kerry Clark along witha bag of reindeer food filledwith oats and glitter. Studentswere encouraged to place thereindeer food on their lawns tohelp Santa find his way to theirhomes.Art Departmentparticipates in HolidayArts TrailThe third annual SylvaniaCommunity Arts Commission’sHoliday Arts Trail featuredthe Lourdes University ArtDepartment. Work doneby students and AssociateProfessor of ArtTodd Mattesonwas on display.Demonstrationsof printmaking,painting, glassbead making andjewelry were createdwhile dozens of holiday trekkerswalked the trail. One of ProfessorMatteson’s works – “Pakshimoki,West” – was raffled off to a luckyrecipient.Art students are currentlypreparing works for the StudentArt Exhibit that will run fromApril 21 through May 6 at UlrichCommons in McAlear Hall.New Director ofDevelopment namedMichael George joined theInstitutional Advancementteam in fall as the Director ofDevelopment and Annual Fund.“We are delighted to have Mikejoin Lourdes’ team,” shares MaryArquette, Vice President. “Hebrings more than 18 years ofmanagement experience to theposition as well as an investedcommitment to improving thecommunity.”Prior to Lourdes, he spent threeyears at the United Way ofGreater Toledo, first as Directorof Technical Assistance, Centerfor Nonprofit Resources andlater as Director for the UnitedWay in Wood County. AsDirector, Mike led the annualfundraising campaign, raisingthe donations required toprovide social services in thearea.An active member of the region,he has served as Board Presidentof the Exchange Club of BowlingGreen and the Toledo DayNursery and was a committeemember at the Maumee ValleyHabitat for Humanity. He holdsa Bachelor of Arts in LiberalArts-Political Science/PublicAdministration from MiamiUniversity.54 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

campus news briefsGrand openingcelebration offers booksigningThe Lourdes University bookstore held its grand openingcelebration in Novemberand offered individuals theopportunity to have co-authorPatrice McClellan, EdD, signcopies of Herstories. Director ofthe Lourdes University Masterof Organizational Leadershipdegree program, Dr. McClellanco-authored the book with JudyAlston. The book analyzes thetransformational leadership,servant leadership and socialjustice leadership found inthe lives of Fannie Lou Hamer,Septima Clark, Mary McLeodBethune, Shirley Chisholm,Barbara Jordan and Audre Lord.The book store is located at 4900N. McCord Road in the SylvanPlaza. Light refreshments wereserved at the celebration anda raffle brought a bicycle and a$50 book store gift card to twolucky winners. For the latestofferings and Lourdes Universitygear, call 419-824-3694.Music Departmententertains year roundEach year, the Music Departmentand Chair Karen ThorntonBiscay offer programming todelight audiences.The Lourdes Christmasconcert featured Karen, MusicInstructor Olga Topuzova-Meade, the Children’s Choirof Northwest Ohio and theMaumee Community Band.In February, the Black HistoryMonth Celebration featuredcommunity dignitaries, theLourdes Choirs and guest choirs.The upcoming Spring ChoralConcert at the Franciscan Centeron Sunday, May 6, will focus on“Choral Classics and Broadway’sBest” and is free and open to thepublic.For more information on theMusic Department, contactKaren at 419-824-3772 orkbiscay@lourdes.edu.Lourdes commercialbrings home silverLourdes University took homea Silver Award for the “DiscoverLourdes” TV commercial spotat the 2011 Pride of CASE Vprogram. The Pride of CASEV awards program honorsinstitutions and individualswho demonstrate outstandingachievements in the conceptand execution of advancementprograms and communications.The Council for theAdvancement and Supportof Education (CASE) is aninternational associationof education advancementofficers. CASE District V includesmembers and institutions fromIllinois, Indiana, Michigan,Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.Sylvania FranciscanVillage dedicated tomaking a differenceThe Sylvania Franciscan Village(SFV) comprised of LourdesUniversity, the Sisters of St.Francis of Sylvania, and SylvaniaFranciscan Health has spentthe first part of 2012 making adifference in northwest Ohio.In February, SFV held the firstannual Have a Heart Re-StockPantry Week to supply sundriesto six local agencies –Assumption Outreach Center,The Bethany House, The ClaverHouse, Our Lady of LourdesHospitality Kitchen, St. LouisSoup Kitchen and Sylvania AreaFamily Services. Communityagencies and businesses wereinvited to partner in this event.Later that month, members ofSFV gathered in the Duns ScotusLibrary for good conversationand food for “SFV’s Dinner andBook Discussion.” The chosentome was Enrique’s Journey bySonia Nazario which recountsthe true story of a Honduranboy’s attempts to reunite withhis mother in the United States.The book is based on the LosATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 55

campus news briefsAngeles Times newspaper seriesthat won two Pulitzer Prizes.The SFV Caregiver Retreat withSophia Counseling Centeroffered a day of learning,praying and relaxing for peopleof all faiths.On Wednesday, May 2,individuals are encouraged toattend a lecture focused on“Well, Wise and Whole: A PathThrough the Later Years.” Guestlecturer will be Richard Johnson,PhD, Director of the JohnsonInstitute’s Senior Adult Ministry,an organization whose missionis to bring meaning, purposeand spiritual renewal in thesecond half of life.For information on future SFVevents, contact Sr. Janet Doyle,OP, Administrator, at 419-824-3533 or jdoyle@sistersosf.org.Gifts and grantsbenefit studentsA Lourdes education is becoming moreachievable through new grants and gifts.The $75,000 William Randolph Hearst Scholarshipbenefits disadvantaged students who demonstrate financial need.The generous gift was made possible through friend George ButlerIrish, Vice President and Director of East Coast Operations for TheHearst Foundations. Born in Toledo, George attended Central CatholicHigh School and has maintained strong ties to the region. The HearstFoundations are national philanthropic resources for organizationsand institutions working in the fields of education, health, culture andsocial service. The goal of the foundations is to ensure that people ofall backgrounds have the opportunity to build healthy, productive andinspiring lives.A $50,000 technology grant from the Stranahan Foundation supportsthe purchase of 2 printers and 48 laptops for students to borrow from theWIN Center, Lourdes’ main computer center. The funding allows Lourdes toexpand the WIN Center reach and offerings.The establishment of the Irene Toth KinseyEndowed Scholarship benefits singlemothers. See more details about this$50,000 endowed scholarship onpage 58.To learn more about scholarshipfunding opportunities, contactMary Arquette, Vice Presidentfor Institutional Advancement,at 419-824-3969 ormarquette@lourdes.edu.

campus news briefsLectures enlighten studentsDuring spring semester,students had the opportunityto learn about a variety ofsubjects in art, history andtheology thanks to the efforts ofdedicated faculty.Brian Kennedy, PhD, Director ofThe Toledo Museum of Art, wasthe guest speaker at the secondannual Sr. Jane Mary Sorosiak,OSF Art Lecture Series.Attendees enjoyed an intriguinglecture on “Censorship in theArts.” Dr. Kennedy is a respectedhistorian, curator and arthistorian and has extensiveexperience in senior leadershippositions at art museums inIreland, Australia and the UnitedStates.In March, Richard Gaillardetz,PhD, addressed “ChurchAuthority and Ecumenism:Obstacle or Opportunity” at theperennial Ecumenical LectureSeries. In his presentation,Dr. Gaillardetz explored thedeeper issues underlyingquestions of church authorityin ecumenical dialogue andproposed some practicalmeasures that may advanceecumenical conversation.Dr. Gaillardetz is the JosephMcCarthy Professor of CatholicSystematic Theology at BostonCollege.Also in March, theDistinguishedSpeakerSeries inHistoryfocused on“The Warof 1812 inNorthwestOhio.” Guest lecturers includedJamie Oxendine and LarryNelson, PhD, who providedcontrasting perspectives ofthe War of 1812 in northwestOhio. Mr. Oxendine is theDirector of the Black SwampInterTribal Foundation as wellas a respected Native Americanspeaker, writer, teacher andstoryteller. Dr. Nelson is a HistoryProfessor with Bowling GreenState University and previouslyserved as Site Director for FortMeigs, a nationally accreditedmuseum and site of one ofOhio’s 1812 battlefields. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 57

friends of the universityEdward PhillipKinsey II and hissister MicheleKinsey Gross believein supporting educationalinitiatives. Born and raisedin Toledo, Ed and Michelerecently created the LourdesUniversity Irene Toth KinseyEndowed Scholarship benefitingsingle mothers. The $50,000scholarship allows Lourdes toaward scholarships to qualifyingstudents who are single mothersthat demonstrate a financialneed. The scholarship is namedin honor of their mother.CEO of Determination Ventures,LLC and Co-Founder and formerExecutive Vice President of Ariba,Inc., Ed also served in the auditand consulting departments ofPricewaterhouseCoopers LLPand KPMG in San Francisco,CA and Toledo. “He is deeplyinvested in the educationalopportunities available tofuture generations,” notes MaryArquette, Vice President forInstitutional Advancement. “Hehas funded other scholarships toassist students who face difficultlife challenges so that they havean opportunity to attend collegeand earn degrees.”Ed serves as Chair of the KinseyFamily Foundation, a nonprofitfoundation focused onproviding assistance to childrenwhose lives have been affectedby unfortunate circumstances.Additionally, he has workedwith Central City Ministriesof Toledo. In 2009, he wasbestowed with an honoraryLourdes doctoral degree for hisleadership and contributions tonorthwest Ohio and served asthe commencement speaker.Michele is a Coordinator atProMedica’s Bay Park Hospitalin Oregon, OH. She began hercareer as a nurse at St. CharlesHospital. With her husbandDan, she also co-owned thethird generation business GrossAutomotive in east Toledo forseveral years and served as thecompany’s general manager. Inaddition to her full-time career,she raised two children. “Micheletruly is an inspiration to womenwho strive to lead,” adds herbrother. “She definitely inspiredme during our childhood and isthe person who made it possiblefor me to achieve my goals inlife. Her feedback and advicehave been invaluable to me atall steps in my career and heramazing business insight andinstincts are exemplary.”For more information aboutthis and other endowedscholarships, contact MaryArquette at 419-824-3969 ormarquette@lourdes.edu. U58 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

enefactor newsGoing aboveand beyondAselect group of individuals were honored this pastNovember for “going above and beyond” in their supportof Lourdes University. Each year, Lourdes honors donorswho are members of the following societies.• Evergreen – annual support for three or more consecutiveyears• Franciscan – gift of $1,000 or greater within a fiscal year• Tau – gift(s) of $5,000 or more cumulatively since first gift• Legacy – commitment to Lourdes University throughprovisions in estate plansThe following individuals were recognized as members of all four donorsocieties.• Milo and Chrissie Danzeisen• Norene Drewicz (’59, AA, Liberal Arts)• Richard and Kathleen Faist (’94, AAS,Occupational Therapy)• Richard and Dolly Flasck• Donald and Martha Mewhort• Walter Palicki• Ruth Frost Parker• Dale and Phyllis Seymour• Larry and Kathleen Ulrich“The gift of education is truly one of the best gifts a person canever receive,” offers Michael George, Director of Development &Annual Fund. “Through the generosity of our friends and donors, somany of our students are given the ability to pursue their education,graduate and follow their professional goals. The gift of scholarshipis immeasurable – not only to the individual student but also to thecommunity at large.”For more information or to make a donation, contact Michael at419-517-8990 or email mgeorge@lourdes.edu. UATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 59

coming eventsmarchTHURSDAY, MARCH 8Sensory Integration WorkshopHosted by the Education Alumni BranchFranciscan Center Rooms A & B6 - 8 p.m.$5 in advance; $7.50 at door;Alumni FREE with alumni cardInformation: 419-517-8971SUNDAY, MARCH 25Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Davenport PanthersMercy Field1 p.m.WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28The Taming of the ShrewTheater Vision performanceValentine Theatre10 a.m.$10 per personTickets: 419-824-3986aprilWEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 –SUNDAY, APRIL 8Easter BreakTHURSDAY, APRIL 5Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Sienna Heights SaintsMercy Field1 p.m.SATURDAY, APRIL 7Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Sienna Heights SaintsMercy Field1 p.m.WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11Leadership SummitHosted by the Leadership AlumniBranchFranciscan Center Commons8 - 9:30 a.m.$10 per personInformation: 419-517-8971WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11Lourdes Gray Wolves vs. OhioState-Lima BaronsMercy Field7 p.m.SATURDAY, APRIL 14Alumni Day at LourdesBaseball GameMercy Field1 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971SATURDAY, APRIL 14Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Concordia CardinalsMercy Field1 p.m.SUNDAY, APRIL 15Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Concordia CardinalsMercy Field1 p.m.SUNDAY, APRIL 15Toledo Symphony presents“Bruckner in RosaryCathedral”Featuring principal conductorStefan SanderlingRosary Cathedral(2535 Collingwood Boulevard)4 p.m.$28 / $10 studentsInformation: 419-824-3707WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18Mufaro’s Beautiful DaughtersTheater Vision performanceValentine Theatre10 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.$10 per personTickets: 419-824-3986FRIDAY, APRIL 20 –SATURDAY, APRIL 21Great Wolf Lodge Event forAlumniDiscounted rates for alumniGreat Wolf LodgeSandusky, OHInformation: 419-517-8971SATURDAY, APRIL 21Alumni ReceptionGreat Wolf LodgeSandusky, OH5:30 p.m.$10 for adults; $5 for children4-10; Free for children 3 & underInformation: 419-517-8971FRIDAY, APRIL 20 –SUNDAY, APRIL 22Festival of One ActsLourdes University DramaSociety productionEbeid Student Center7 p.m. Friday & Saturday2 p.m. Sunday$5 per personInformation: 419-517-8881SATURDAY, APRIL 21 –SUNDAY, MAY 6Student Art ExhibitUlrich Commons, McAlear HallTUESDAY, APRIL 242012 Research SymposiumFranciscan Center2 - 7 p.m.THURSDAY, APRIL 26Detroit Bus TourLifelong Learning outing8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.$50 for members$65 for nonmembersInformation: 419-824-3707FRIDAY, APRIL 27Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Indiana Tech WarriorsMercy Field1 p.m.60 ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012

coming eventsSATURDAY, APRIL 28Luminations!Franciscan Center6 p.m.$125 perpersonTickets: 419-824-3751Lourdes Gray Wolves vs.Indiana Tech WarriorsMercy Field1 p.m.mayWEDNESDAY, MAY 2“Well, Wise and Whole: A PathThrough the Later Years”A Sylvania Franciscan VillagepresentationGuest lecturer:Richard Johnson, PhDFranciscan Center9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Information: 419-824-3533WEDNESDAY, MAY 2Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan Center Board Room6:30 - 8 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971THURSDAY, MAY 3Lourdes University AlumniAssociation Board MeetingFranciscan Center6 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971SATURDAY, MAY 5LeadershipGraduation &AlumniDinnerToledo Zoo6 p.m.Information:419-517-8971SUNDAY, MAY 6Annual Spring Choral ConcertLourdes University MusicDepartment productionFranciscan Center7 p.m.Free and open to the publicWEDNESDAY, MAY 8Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan Center Board Room6:30 - 8 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971WEDNESDAY, MAY 9Stressbusters hosted by theAlumni AssociationUlrich Commons, McAlear Hall11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971THURSDAY, MAY 10Lifelong Learning Seminar:“The Future of the Arts inToledo”Franciscan Center9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.$15 for members$20 for nonmembersInformation: 419-824-3707FRIDAY, MAY 11 –FRIDAY, JUNE 1Senior Art ExhibitUlrich Commons, McAlear HallWEDNESDAY, MAY 16Lourdes UniversityAwards CeremonyFranciscan Center7 p.m.Information: 419-824-3890SATURDAY, MAY 19Lourdes UniversityBaccalaureateQueen of Peace Chapel10 a.m.SATURDAY, MAY 19Lourdes UniversityCommencementSeaGateConventionCentre1 p.m.www.lourdes.edu/commencementTHURSDAY, MAY 24Alumni AssociationAnnual DinnerFranciscan Center6 p.m.$10 per personInformation: 419-517-8971juneFRIDAY, JUNE 1Hit the LinksGolf OutingBedford Hills GolfClub8 a.m. shotgunstart$125 perperson/$500 perfoursomeSUNDAY, JUNE 3Business Alumni Branch PicnicFranciscan Center Lawn1 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971TUESDAY, JUNE 5Graduate Open HouseFranciscan Center5:30 - 7:30 p.m.THURSDAY, JUNE 21Alumni CampaignWine & Cheese ReceptionFranciscan Center Board Room6:30 - 8 p.m.Information: 419-517-8971ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 61

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Look for these storiescoming in a futureAtLourdes:Elizabeth Wise, PhD, Associate Professor of ChemistryDr. Wise will share her work learning about art conservationas it applies to chemistry and physical sciences. Whileon sabbatical, she attended the Studio Art CentersInternational (SACI) in Florence, Italy and later assistedConservation Department at the Toledo Museum of Art.Inaugural Gray Wolves Baseball season & Mercy FieldGet an update on the Gray Wolves baseball team and seethe amazing features of the new Mercy Field.New construction coming toLourdes’ campusLourdes will share the latestnews on upcoming constructionprojects scheduled on campus –including the new athleticcomplex.ATLOURDES MAGAZINE | Spring 2012 63

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