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Photo by Matthew Anderson (‘06)<br />

WWU News 6<br />

WWU Geologists find evidence of a giant prehistoric bird that called Washington state home, Viking<br />

athletes have their best year yet, Western’s Outdoor Sculpture Garden celebrates 50 years and a WWU<br />

student goes to the other Washington to help “Green the Capitol.”<br />

Gratitude at 29,000 feet 10<br />

Leif Whittaker (‘07) followed in his father’s footsteps to the top of the world.<br />

Speak up 12<br />

Dana Jack’s global research shows those who won’t rock the boat in relationships may sink themselves.<br />

10 12 14<br />

Total Dedication 14<br />

Vehicle Research Institute students just wouldn’t give up on their 100-mpg car – or each other.<br />

Teaching Green 18<br />

Mike Town (‘84 and ‘85) inspires his students to take on the challenges of global climate change. The Huxley<br />

grad also helped persuade Congress to establish the state’s first new wilderness area in 24 years.<br />

First Step 24<br />

Lt. Col. Kerrie Golden (‘89), an Army leader in physical therapy, helps wounded soldiers return to their lives.<br />

18<br />

Photo by Jason Rothkowitz/NEA Foundation<br />

Message from the President 4<br />

Reader Feedback 5<br />

WWU News 6<br />

A Look Back 29<br />

Class Notes 31<br />

Student Lens 36<br />

On the cover: Leif Whittaker (‘07) climbs the last few feet of the Southeast Ridge toward the true summit of Mount Everest. Behind him,<br />

climbers wait on the South Summit for their turns at the top of the world. Photo by Eddie Bauer First Ascent/Michael Brown.<br />

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28 29<br />

2 <strong>WINDOW</strong> • Fall 2010 • Western Washington University<br />

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