REVIEW DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY
WINTER 2009 • VOLUME 2, No 3
Center of Attention Dazzling new student center gets a standing ovation
REVIEW WINTER 2009
Message from the Interim President Feature Center of Attention
Dazzling new student center gets a standing ovation | 03
Departments University News|08 Donor List| 09 Advancement News| 22 Alumni News| 23 Class Notes | 26
ON THE COVER A look inside at the new 87,000-squarefoot Student Center, which includes a field house.
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Kathleen VanderVelde Communications Manager kathleen.vandervelde@davenport.edu Design
DU Pride!
As you likely know, with the resignation of Randy Flechsig, I am serving in an interim position during our national search for a new president. Our goal is to name a new president by the start of our next academic year. In the meantime, I’m honored and excited to lead this great University. In this issue of DU Review, you will find our annual listing of donors. On behalf of our scholarship recipients, I would like to sincerely thank each of you whose name appears on this list. Your generous contributions help support many DU students in their pursuit of their educational and career goals, now and in the future. And as we continue in this new era of philanthropy, building on your generosity and reaching out to first-time givers, we count on you to keep spreading the word about the value of investing in Davenport students. Your ongoing support is essential – and deeply appreciated. You also will see stories about the dedication of the Student Center and the groundbreaking for a third residence hall. A full college experience goes beyond the classroom, and our residential campus in Caledonia near Grand Rapids is truly becoming a traditional center of our University. Our new location in Livonia is a testament to our continued commitment to adult students who are working toward degrees that will help them compete in today’s economy. We were pleased by the acceptance of DU in this community and with fall enrollment that far exceeded expectations. At the start of a new year we can reflect with pride on our achievements and look forward with pride to all we still can accomplish. The quality of our facilities and academics and the performance of our students continue to improve. So, too, does our reputation as the choice of more students who are prepared to graduate and fulfill their career and life goals. Thank you for your support. Sincerely,
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Jeff Dykehouse, Dykehouse Photography Brian Bass Photography
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Michael Volk Interim President Executive Vice President of Finance Chief Financial Officer
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Dazzling new student center gets a standing ovation
spontaneous standing ovation was the grand finale to the dedication of Davenport University’s new student center in late October. The 87,000-square-foot facility is the new headquarters for DU’s student life activities and athletics program and has attracted rave reviews from users and visitors. The dedication included an Olympics-style procession of more than 400 students representing DU’s athletic teams and student clubs. Speakers included Interim President Mike Volk and Board of Trustees Chairman Ken Bovee, along with Caledonia Township Supervisor Bryan Harrison. Representing the student body were Caitlin MacNeil from Student Life, varsity volleyball player Samantha Mol and Chris Allen, a British member of the men’s soccer team. Following the dedication’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, hundreds of guests toured the facility. The center was also in the spotlight the next day, with a public open house and free men’s basketball game, along with soccer and lacrosse matches on the adjacent sports field.
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Students give high praise to their new ‘home court’ With hundreds of their fellow students in attendance, three students – two athletes and one Student Life representative – spoke about the “home court” advantage during the student center dedication. Following are excerpts from their remarks. “I have had a front-row seat in witnessing the student center take shape and come to life. The change it has made to our campus is something that will benefit students for years to come.” Caitlin MacNeil Junior, marketing major “I truly believe that this center, with the facilities and equipment it provides athletes, will not only propel the soccer team but all of our athletic programs into many great achievements.” Chris Allen Senior, marketing major
The center features a 1,500-seat field house for men’s and women’s basketball and women’s volleyball games, auxiliary gym and recreational facilities for students, including 200 on-campus residents. Other amenities range from a climbing tower, fitness center and indoor track to pool tables and other games and a café and concessions stand. The Panther athletics program made its debut about seven years ago and today offers 18 men’s and women’s teams. The hockey team won a national championship last season and the women’s basketball and men’s golf and soccer teams have won the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) championship for the past two seasons. Next fall, three new sports – tennis, competitive cheer and competitive dance – will be added to the athletics roster. Construction of the center began in July 2007, with Grand Rapids-based Integrated Architecture and Rockford Construction hired for the project. The two firms also recently collaborated on the building of DU’s new facility in Livonia.
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“DU’s volleyball team used to have to train in Muskegon before season and practice in Byron Center during the year. Now we finally have a court to call home, and fans to support us. The student center also offers another place to hang out in between classes and before games.” Samantha Mol Junior, honors accounting major
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2008-2009 Women’s Basketball Schedule Date
Opponent / Event
11/08/08 11/11/08 11/14/08 11/18/08
Location
vs. #4 St. Francis (Ind.) at Purdue-Calumet at Grace College (Ind.) vs. Olivet College
DU Student Center Hammond, IN Lake Winona, IN DU Student Center
W, 77-70 W, 90-79 W, 76-63 W, 86-62
Grand Rapids, MI
W, 86-67
Grand Rapids, MI
W, 69-35
St. Ambrose Tournament 11/29/08 vs. Ashford University 11/30/08 at #12 St. Ambrose (IA)
Davenport, IA Davenport, IA
W, 86-73 W, 72-57
12/06/08 12/13/08 12/16/08
DU Student Center W, 90-61 DU Student Center 2:00 p.m. ET DU Student Center 7:00 p.m. ET
WHAC/MCC Challenge 11/21/08 vs. #15 Taylor University - WHAC/MCC Challenge 11/22/08 vs. Goshen College - WHAC/MCC Challenge
2008-2009 Men’s Basketball Schedule Date 11/01/08 11/04/08
Opponent / Event Kuyper College vs. Andrews University
Location
Time / Result
DU Student Center W, 83-39 DU Student Center W, 71-34
Bethel College (IN) Classic 11/07/08 vs. Calumet College of St. Joseph Mishawaka, IN 11/08/08 vs. Purdue-North Central Mishawaka, IN
W, 86-64 W, 73-52
11/11/08 vs. Goshen College 11/15/08 at Grand Valley State
DU Student Center W, 92-82 Allendale, MI L, 77-65
Bridgewater (VA) Classic 11/22/08 vs. Eastern Mennonite 11/23/08 vs. Bridgewater (Va.)
Bridgewater, VA Bridgewater, VA
W, 85-74 W, 71-61
12/03/08 12/06/08 12/08/08 12/10/08 12/13/08 12/22/08
Palos Heights, IL Columbia, KY DU Student Center Whiting, IN Angola, IN Grand Rapids, MI
L, 64-49 L, 76-67 W, 77-74 W, 66-53 3:00 p.m. ET 7:00 p.m. ET
Holland, MI Holland, MI
8:00 p.m. ET TBA
at Trinity Christian at Lindsey Wilson vs. Grace Bible College at Calumet College of St. Joseph at Trine University at Grace Bible College
Hope College Tournament 12/29/08 at Hope College 12/30/08 TBD 01/07/09 01/10/09 01/14/09 01/17/09 01/21/09 01/24/09 01/28/09 01/31/09 02/04/09 02/07/09 02/11/09 02/14/09 02/18/09 02/21/09
vs. UM-Dearborn * DU Student Center at Aquinas College * Grand Rapids, MI vs. Indiana Tech * DU Student Center at Concordia University * Ann Arbor, MI vs. Cornerstone University * DU Student Center vs. Madonna University * DU Student Center at Siena Heights University * Adrian, MI at UM-Dearborn * Dearborn, MI vs. Aquinas College * DU Student Center at Indiana Tech * Fort Wayne, IN vs. Concordia University * DU Student Center at Cornerstone University * Grand Rapids, MI at Madonna University * Livonia, MI vs. Siena Heights University * DU Student Center
WHAC Tournament 02/26/09 WHAC Quarterfinals * 02/28/09 WHAC Semifinals * 03/03/09 WHAC Championship * * Denotes Conference Event
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TBA TBA TBA
7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET TBA TBA TBA
Time / Result
vs. Trinity Christian vs. Marygrove College vs. Rochester College
Bethel College (IN) Tournament 12/19/08 at Bethel (Ind.) 12/20/08 vs. Ohio Dominican
Mishawaka, IN Mishawaka, IN
7:00 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET
12/29/08 at San Diego Christian
San Diego, CA
8:00 p.m. ET
La Sierra (CA) Tournament 12/30/08 La Sierra Tournament 12/31/08 La Sierra Tournament
Riverside, CA Riverside, CA
TBA TBA
01/07/09 01/10/09 01/14/09 01/17/09 01/21/09 01/24/09 01/28/09 01/31/09 02/04/09 02/07/09 02/11/09 02/14/09 02/18/09 02/21/09
at UM-Dearborn * Dearborn, MI at Aquinas College * Grand Rapids, MI at Indiana Tech * Fort Wayne, IN vs. Concordia University * DU Student Center vs. Cornerstone University * DU Student Center at Madonna University * Livonia, MI vs. Siena Heights University * DU Student Center vs. UM-Dearborn * DU Student Center vs. Aquinas College * DU Student Center vs. Indiana Tech * DU Student Center at Concordia University * Ann Arbor, MI at Cornerstone University * Grand Rapids, MI vs. Madonna University * DU Student Center at Siena Heights University * Adrian, MI
5:30 p.m. ET 1:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 5:30 p.m. ET 1:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 1:00 p.m. ET 5:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 1:00 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET 3:00 p.m. ET
WHAC Tournament 02/25/09 WHAC Quarterfinals 02/28/09 WHAC Semifinals 03/02/09 WHAC Championship
TBD TBD TBD
TBA TBA TBA
NAIA DII National Tournament 03/11/09 NAIA Opening Game
Sioux City, IA
TBA
* Denotes Conference Event
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Jam the Gym! Join us for the official dedication of our new home court. Wednesday, January 21, 2009 Student Center - Main Campus Cross-town match with Cornerstone University Women’s basketball game - 5:30 p.m. Men’s basketball game - 7:30 p.m. Entertainment, food and prizes throughout the evening. Special guest appearances. Watch for more info at www.davenport.edu DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY REVIEW
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Hot Jobs Report Programs at Davenport University focus on three core areas — business, technology and health — that correspond to many of the hottest job growth areas. Here are some of our “hot jobs” academic programs: Business • Want to work in sports, one of the 10 largest U.S. industries? DU offers a new bachelor of business administration (BBA) degree in sport management. We also offer a bachelor’s program with a sport marketing emphasis. • How about international business? DU offers a BBA in the field, with an opportunity to study abroad in Europe or Asia. More than 2 million new career opportunities have been created in recent years. • Accounting fraud investigation will grow nearly 70 percent, as one example of a BBA degree we created in response to career trends we monitor constantly. • Our BBA in public safety and security management is unique because it emphasizes preparation for leadership. • HR is hot. DU offers a program that combines a bachelor’s degree in strategic human resource management with an MBA, and it takes just five years. • About that MBA. You can specialize in everything from finance to health care management, and business is booming. Technology • Projected job growth in computer gaming is 180 percent, and DU offers a BAS degree in computer gaming and simulation. • Computer-related jobs offer starting salaries as high as $76,000. We offer BAS degrees in information and computer security, computer networking, computer information systems and computer support technology. • Biometric security is one of the top 20 fastest-growing careers in technology. DU’s BAS degree in this field is one-of-a-kind in Michigan. • A major in network security, the fastest-growing job area in IT, will prepare you to create and implement network security policies for an organization. • The master of science in information assurance focuses on everything from risk mitigation to legal and ethical issues. Typical jobs include chief information officer and chief security officer. Health • With about 1 million job openings projected in nursing, DU offers everything from a diploma in practical nursing to a bachelor’s degree in nursing. • Another fast-growing health occupation is health information management. There’s also a DU bachelor’s program in health services administration. More information: www.davenport.edu/programs
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Fastest growing occupations through 2016 Job...... Projected % job growth Network systems and data communication analyst............53.4 Personal and home care aide...50.6 Home health aide . ..................48.7 Computer software engineer, application................................44.6 Personal financial advisor............41 Medical assistant......................35.4 Financial analyst......................33.8 Computer systems analyst...........29 Database administrator............28.6 Computer software engineer, systems software.......................28.2 Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics
‘Brains are the most valuable resource of the 21st century’ Futurist, speaking at DU, believes higher ed is the key to Michigan’s future Lou Glazer has a message for Michigan: “Brains are the most valuable resource of the 21st century.” The bad news: the state is losing its young, college-educated brainpower to out-of-state metropolitan areas that, quite simply, offer graduates a better quality of life. Glazer is a futurist and the president of Michigan Future, Inc., which is focused on how to bring prosperity back to Michigan in an increasingly knowledge-driven economy. He spoke about “creating, attracting and retaining talent” to recapture that prosperity during a conference on the Davenport University campus. The event was sponsored by Leadership West Michigan, a program of the West Michigan Chamber Coalition. Glazer’s premise, after substantial research, is that young, upwardly mobile college graduates no longer follow a traditional career-ladder approach. They are not necessarily interested in sticking it out with one company and aspiring to progressively responsible positions and promotions. Instead, today’s grads are more likely to be “rock climbers.” From that first entry-level job, they may move to a number of other companies nationally or internationally, a variety of jobs – depending on market conditions – and metropolitan areas that provide a cool downtown with affordable housing, mass transportation, recreation and nightlife. “Place is becoming increasingly important,” he said. “Today’s young college grads are often likely to pick the place where they want to live and then go look for a job there. Places with the highest concentration of talent win. Michigan must be able to attract younger and better educated workers, or we will continue to get poorer.” Michigan Future has studied young, college-educated adult populations in three of Michigan’s largest metropolitan areas – Detroit, LanFuturist Lou Glazer at DU: sing and Grand Rapids – and compared them with three other Midwestern metropolitan areas – Chicago, Madison, Wis., and Minneapolis, “Education is becoming more customized, Minn. Overall, the three Michigan cities have 50 percent fewer young, educated professionals. “Chicago is well known for its ability to attract more personally focused on rock climbers this segment of the population, but we also wanted to show that other smaller, cold-climate cities can have the same allure,” Glazer said. instead of ladder climbers.” The futurist noted that higher education needs to adjust to the new trends as well. “Education needs to become more customized, more personally focused on rock climbers instead of ladder climbers,” he said. “Instilling a love of learning is an essential skill for our world of constant change and the rock climbers in it. At probably no other time in our history has high prosperity been linked so closely to higher education. If Michigan is successful in making this transition, it can once again become a place where, if you are smart and willing to work hard, you can earn a good income and pass on a better life to your children.”
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NEWS UNIVERSITY
New Livonia location already a hit with students
Davenport University’s new location in Livonia attracted a fall enrollment of about 950 students, exceeding expectations. The 40,000-square-foot classroom facility, highly visible from I-275, features 26 classrooms, several computer labs and a library on three floors. The facility opened for its first semester in the fall. “We are thrilled by how this community has embraced Davenport University and that we are meeting a demand for higher education in a growing and dynamic area of the state,” said University Provost David Fleming, Ph.D. “Our convenient location, flexible class schedules and career curriculum are resonating with students who want to prepare for many of our state’s most in-demand careers.” The dedication in September included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and informal tours for about 200 DU staff and students and community, government and educational leaders. The event was held in conjunction with the Livonia Chamber of Commerce and included Chamber President Dan West and Livonia Mayor Jack Kirksey as speakers. Randi Olson, a freshman accounting major taking classes at the location, was also among the speakers and saluted the university “for giving us a higher education alternative for southeast Michigan, with flexible class schedules and online classes for the working student.” During the tour, visitors met students and faculty representing a variety of academic programs. The new facility is also the site of the university’s first Executive MBA program, which made its debut in the winRandi Olson ter semester.
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DU seeking one student for Ford Scholarship Davenport University has launched a nationwide search for one outstanding student to receive the new scholarship honoring the memory of former President Gerald R. Ford. The university is one of few schools in the nation granted permission to bestow this honor. The Gerald R. Ford Memorial Scholarship will be presented to a highly distinguished student pursuing a four-year degree on the university’s Grand Rapids campus. The four-year scholarship includes tuition, room and board and a study abroad opportunity, along with fees and books. To qualify for the scholarship, a student must be accepted as a DU freshman on the Grand Rapids campus for the fall 2009 semester and have achieved a minimum 3.75 grade point average and a minimum ACT score of 31 in high school. In addition, student applicants are required to write an essay describing how they will uphold the values and character of former President Ford. A DU panel will interview final candidates for the award early this year. The recipient will be introduced at the university’s scholarship fundraising Excellence in Business dinner in Grand Rapids. Held annually in May, the event is attended by hundreds of west Michigan business and community leaders. More information on the scholarship is available at Fordscholarship. davenport.edu.
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Thank You. The Davenport University Legacy Club Members of this club are recognized for their generous support of the University through deferred or estate plan gifts. These donors have contributed substantially toward Davenport’s long-term growth and its vitality for years to come. The Legacy Club allows the University to thank donors today for the gifts of tomorrow, which will benefit our students long into the future
William H. Anderson
Thomas F. Dulude†
Debra A. Ralya
Sue Ellyn Andrews
Ronald E. Falk
Robert L.† and E. Ellen L. Sadler
Anonymous (2)
Randolph K. Flechsig
David Sellars III
Linda L. Benedict
Larry D. Fredricks
Bobby Jo Springer
Anne M. Benson
Renee M. Fries
Deborah Starr-Alderink
Nancy S. Boese
Scott L. Fries
Glenn D. Steil
Michael L. Braughton
Suzanne M. Grandy
Gary J. Ten Harmsel
Frederick G. Braun Jr.
Donald J. Green
Edwin W. Thauer Jr.
Janell M. Brickley
Carol E. Greene
Lenora Triggs
Gail L. Brink
Georgienne Marie Hammer
Janice K. Twork
Jack E. Brothers
Norma A. Hansen
Fred E. Vandenberg
Ellen W. Brown
Doyle A. Hayes
Jacob Vander Wall
Thomas H. Brown
Stephanie Lynn Hehl
Lynne A. Vander Wall
Sharon S. Burgis
Barbara J. Huston
Marvin L. Vander Wall
Linda L. Byington
Keith A. Klingenberg
Paige Vander Wall
Gerald D. Callahan Ph.D.
Wilbur A. Lettinga
Ty Vander Wall
Matthew C. Cawood Ph.D.
Jean M. Luoma M.A.T.
Roger G. VanderLaan
Robert S. Chapla
Donald Winston Maine
John D. Waite
Molly A. Charles
James E. McCarty
Russel D. Warner
Jack D. Cichy Ph.D.
Barbara A. Mieras Ph.D.
E. Allen Wetherell
Cynthia E. Claus
Peter H. Moll
Colleen K. Wolfe
Peter C. Cook
Diane Mulder
Bruce A. Wynalda
James N. DeBoer Jr.
Michael James Munson
Shirley K. Zeitter
Thomas H. Deem
John H. Myaard C.L.U.
Michele Zuidema
Kenneth H. DeHaan Jr.
Kevin B. O’Halla
James R. Doane
Joan A. Peterson
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Davenport University Foundation Scholarships The University is deeply appreciative of the support received toward endowed and annual scholarships. Scholarship giving provided a direct impact on the lives of many DU students. This lasting vote of confidence creates an important link between our students and the generous supporters who make these funds possible. In gratitude, we recognize the following: ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS
Michael D. Davis
William and Beatrice Idema
Carol J. Adams
James N. DeBoer, Jr. (Metropolitan Hospital)
Betty Igrisan Memorial
C. Dexter & Sandra Rohm
Islamic Institute Expression of Gratitude
Alfred and Eleanor Dinsmore Nursing
Johnson Controls
Door Family
Donald P. Jurgens, Jr.
Droski, Lindsay & Meyers
Jim and Ginger Jurries
Dykhouse Construction
Kalamazoo Employees
Emergency Medical Services
Gerrit and June Kamphouse
Engineered Comfort Systems, Inc.
Kane Group, Inc. (Grand Rapids Area)
Jenny Engle Nursing
Keith and Kathy Klingenberg
Fairlane Car Wash
Knape and Vogt Manufacturing Co.
Ronald E. Falk
Robert and Ellie Kunkel
Ned Fawaz Expression of Gratitude
James R. and Clarine L. Lanting
Fifth Third Bank
Michael and Connie Lettinga
Flechsig Family
Sharon Lettinga
Larry D. and Judith C. Fredricks
Wilbur A. Lettinga
David and Judy Frey
William and Rochelle Lettinga
Dr. Robert and Christine Funaro
Les Lindsay
G.M. Lansing Women’s Club
Lumbermen’s Inc.
Geerlings Development/Scott Geerlings
M.E. Davenport Family
Daniel and Michelle Georgevich
Marble and Tile (Dr. William Piersante)
Godwin Hardware & Plumbing
Edward Marley
Grand Rapids Press Minority
Robert J. and Inez M. McBain
GunnLevine Architects
McDonald Plumbing
H.J. Heinz Company
Meijer, Inc.
H.S. Die and Engineering
Dr. James and Barbara Mendola
Donald and Nancy Hamelink
MI Food and Beverage Association (Deeb)
Edward and Sandra Hanenburg
Midwest Health Center (Dr. Mark Saffer)
Charles F. and Helen Harrison
Barbara A. Mieras, Ph.D.
Art and Betsy Hasse
MJK Architects
Alan G. Hering
Martin Morales Minority
Herman Miller, Inc.
Dr. Alberta Muirhead
Lou Holtz Athletic Foundation
John A. and Elinore Mulder
Robert L. Hooker, Jr. and Michelle Harmody
Patrick and Katherine Mullen
Michael D. Allie Alpha Iota of Grand Rapids Alticor, Inc. Alumni Legacy Angeline Keller (Brad Keller) Bank of America (formerly LaSalle Bank) Batts Foundation Ed and Mako Bauer BDO Seidman Michael Berry Beta Bil Mar Foods, Inc. Henry and Carolyn Bouma Ronald D. Brady Michael and Bunny Braughton Wallace and Irene Bronner Brooks Beverage Management Thomas H. Brown, Ph.D. John and Mildred Burt Louis V. and Catherine Buzzitta Linda R. Lindsay Byington Jerry and Suzanne Callahan Canteen Service Co. Thomas A. Carey Chemical Bank West Rudolfo and Judith Cifolelli Casey J. Cnossen, Jr. Paul Collins Comerica Bank Peter C. and Emajean Cook Custer Workplace Interiors Ralph, Berniece, R. Jr. Damstra Daoud Foundation Helen L. and Dallas L. Darling Davenport University Employees John David
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Howard Miller Company Huntington National Bank
Interphase Office Systems
John H. Myaard Dr. Woldemar H. Nikkel Roger W. O’Halla
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Chris and Joan Panopoulos
Warren Alumni Club
Dr. Robert and Christine Funaro
Paper Plas Inc./Donald Snider
Tyrus R. Wessell
Perrigo Company
West Side Beer Distributing
General Motors Foundation Graduate Studies
Phi Theta Pi Fraternity
Irving and Birdella White
Powell Moving and Storage, Inc.
Hugh and Melbarose Wichert
Research Federal Credit Union (Catherine Roberts)
Kathryn L. Wiese
Ernie P. Robinson
Marian Davenport Wynalda
Rockford Construction Company, Inc. Lewis C. Rogers Memorial (Catherine Roberts) Charles and Stella Royce Robert and Ellen Sadler Robert and Helen Jean Schmiedicke H.B. Shaine and Company, Inc.
Bruce & Lavina Wynalda Yoshiko Yamagishi Kenneth and Carole Yerrick
General Revenue Corporation Grand Rapids Location Bernie & Janet Guggenheim Hammer Family Holland Location Honors Accounting Betty Igrisan Memorial
Max and Micki Young
Kalamazoo Location
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
John Klanderman
Accounting
Susan M. Kovach Cultural Diversity
Kirco Construction Corp
Alma Location
Dr. James and Madelaine Krolik
Alpha Beta Gamma - Gamma Gamma Chapter
Lacks Enterprises Lansing Location
Alumni Ambassador
Lettinga Campus for Returning Students
John and Judy Spoelhof
Alumni Association for the Graduate Program
Massage Therapy Continuing Education
David J. Steenstra, Ph.D.
Alumni Association
Senator Glenn D. Steil
American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Indinois
Northern Michigan Staff
Smiths Aerospace Robert W. and Margaret D. Sneden Southeastern Volunteers Spartan Stores
Stephen A. and Ruth Stream Carroll and Frances Streeter Jerry and Judy Subar Jacqueline D. Taylor Gary J. and Mary A. Ten Harmsel Aubrey J. Terbrack
Amical Foundation/Donald J. Phillips Battle Creek Employees Besaw Family Beta Sigma Phi - Grand Rapids City Council
Midland Location Donald E. Offermann Felicia Jadesola Ojo Palomino Horse Breeders of America Peter Pratt and Linda Headley Pyper Products/Doyle Hayes David Rausch and Kristin Stehouwer
Career Services - Lansing Location
Restaurant & Lodging Management
Caro Location
Yvette Russell
Bob Clarkson
Saginaw Location
Computer Information Systems Majors
Saginaw Spirit
Fred E. and Gretchen Vandenberg
Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) - Saginaw Valley
Signature Applications, LLC
Roger and Clare VanderLaan
Lynda and Sam Cribari
P. Robert and Charlene Vanderson
Steelcase Foundation
Louie and Susan Crkovski
Bernard and Jean VanderVeen
Glenn Steil Fund for Single Mothers
Davenport University Online
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt, & Howlett PC
Glenn Steil/Creston High School
Davenport University Study Abroad Grant
Ralph and Carolyn Stingel
Eileen J. DeVries
Tim and Bob Sullivan
Distinguished Alum Mentor
Traverse City Location
Robert A. Dubill
Lisa Trombley
Dulcet’s College Emergency Grant for Davenport University
Raymond T. & Sylvia C. Trudeau
Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s Richard and Gretchen Tierney TLC Group Universal Forest Products
VKW Hardwoods Voetberg Scholarship for Students with Disabilities Volk Family Elmer Vruggink, Ph.D. Mary Warner Russel Warner
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Flint Location Gerald R. Ford Memorial Scholarship Fund
Southeast Michigan
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Warren Location
Roger E. Erickson
Robert T. Orlikowski
West Mich./N. Indiana
James A. Farmer, Sr.
Gordon H. Poll
Melbarose Wichert
Matthew Brian Feko
Thomas Fisher Reed
Harold F. Williamson
Helen Frays
Pauline Roskam
Zambian Students
Bruce W. Gilmore
Kevin L. Rotman
William R. Heible
Bernice G. Rudzinski
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Rhonda Goodyke-Hoorn
Yvette Russell
Paul Ames
Betty Igrisan
Sandra Scoville (Flint Location)
Charles “Andy” Anderson
Janice Kay Twork
Dr. Robert W. Sneden
Amy Barnaby
John P. Keller
Eleanor Spidell (Warren Location)
Dr. Ronald Bartson
William R. Kingma
Janice K. Stauffer
Hy and Greta Berkowitz
Jean F. Kinsman
Kristin M. Ten Harmsel Anderson
Marvin “Red” Brummel
Dorothy Kleckley
Lisa Trombley
Rosemary Braun
Mary Walsh Kole
Frank Breukink
Nichole Lake
Elton Carl and Margaret E. Twork (Underwood)
Paula Brown (Warren Location)
Judith A. Lettinga
Wilma D. Brudy
Mary Kay Lettinga
Jason Bruso
Jean E. Lindsey
Nilda Caceres
Edna Losgar and Marilyn Losgar Smith
Mila Crkovski
Maine Family
Davenport University
Emerson G. McCarty
Robert J. DenHerder
Anna B. McPherson, RN
E. Scott Derr
Kelli Mountford (Morton)
John Dishaw
Blaise Newman
Thomas F. Dulude
Josephine M. and John Oonk, Jr.
John S. Vander Heide, III Herman and Jennie VanderLaan Vander Wall Family Jane Wetherell Clifton C. Wonders Antoinette (Toni) Wykstra George L. Young Kathryn and Harold Zahm Ron Zoulek
Davenport University Donors Davenport University expresses its gratitude to the following individuals and organizations for their gifts to the University during the 2007/2008 fiscal year. An asterisk following the donor’s name indicates those who have supported the DU Foundation for three or more consecutive years. A-1 Asphalt, Inc. Steve and Mary Aalsburg Jone K. Aardema* Robert and Janette Aardema Neharunnessa Abdullah Kathy and Edward Aboufadel* Access to Education* Ahrens & DeAngeli, P.L.L.C. Jill Aida Air Force Aid Society Robert and Marilyn Alberda
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Ground broken for latest residence hall Demand from students for a DU living experience continues to be high, so construction has begun on a third residence hall. The 120,765-square-foot facility, scheduled to open this fall, will offer the first-ever cafeteria service in a DU residence hall. It will be the largest of three halls on campus, with accommodations for 300 students.
“Enrollment on campus is increasing each year, so we are very pleased to have this new residence life option,” said Kevin O’Halla, executive vice president for Enrollment and Student Services. “The addition of food service will also be a very attractive incentive for incoming students.” The campus opened with one residence hall, and a second residence hall was completed ahead of schedule in 2006 to meet demand. “Combined with the new student center, this additional residence hall will really boost our ability to enhance the student experience on campus,” said Tammy Loud, vice president for Student Services. “We are really excited to see this facility go from concept to reality.”
One team, many diverse men Davenport’s men’s soccer team attracts talent from across the globe Coach Carl Whitehouse’s Panthers soccer team finished the regular season with a record of 10-7-1 and 6-5-1 in conference play. Whitehouse said diversity in programs such as Davenport soccer is more common than some would think. His team has members from around the globe, but is obviously one cohesive unit of men who play very hard together. DU’s soccer team comprises players from Bosnia (Kovacevic and Mirza Sehmehmedovic), England (Lewis Robinson, David Wood, Tony Deakin, Carl Winterbottom, John Haines and Chris Allen), South Africa (Damian Gonclavles), Mexico (Efrain Her- Chris Allen nandez), Jamaica (Duvare Minto and Rory Scott), Somalia (Said Ali Hassan) and Hong Kong (Wing Yin Luk). “It’s all about team chemistry,” Whitehouse said. “We recruit looking for certain characteristics in a player and look beyond simply having different nations on our team. Our guys are constantly thinking more as a family than just as a team.” “The team spirit here is something that is just amazing,” said Chris Allen, senior men’s soccer player. Chris is an international student athlete from Huddersfield, England, majoring in marketing. “Our team is like a gang of brothers. We live, eat, drink and play together – building a bond within our team that is obviously the key to our success.” Chris says he has seen much change at Davenport, including the new addition of the soccer field and is truly thankful for the experience at DU. “This has been the greatest experience of my life!” Chris says that he chose Davenport because the soccer team had a wealth of exceptional players. He was looking for the opportunity to become a top competitor on the national level and feels that he has really come a long way since his first game at DU. Chris spoke with several schools across the country – but he chose Davenport. Chris has been coaching soccer for more than eight years now and would eventually like to coach at the college level. He looks forward to graduation but hopes to stay in the States and find a job with his soon-to-come degree in marketing. Top photo: Carl Whitehouse, Tony Deakin, Elfid Kovacevic, Lewis Robinson, Efrain Hernandez, Chris Allen and Pounce
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Q & A with donors Henry & Carolyn Bouma Henry Bouma is the retired CEO of Lumbermen’s Incorporated (now an employee-owned corporation), headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan with 11 locations throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. Bouma also has been active with the Davenport University Foundation. He and his wife, Carolyn, live in Byron Center, Michigan. How did you get involved with DU? After we started our business in 1954 it seemed natural to attend Davenport for a few courses in business and accounting. Davenport helped me with the early days of our business, and since then the business has grown and operates in three different states. Why do you support DU? I remember when Davenport was located at the corner of Fulton and Division. It’s great to see how the University has come so far with the addition of the new campus, residence halls and Student Center. We now have a couple of grandchildren who are attending Davenport. We appreciate the importance of education and feel that it is important to ensure younger generations will have the opportunity to go to college. Why do you feel the need to give back to DU? Davenport has the strong business background that fills a need for so many. The University’s mission toward higher education has been in line with what I believe to be important. We have supported Davenport personally as well as through Lumbermen’s via scholarships and most recently with construction of the Student Center.
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Homecoming 2008 a winner! Homecoming 2008 was a great success again this year, with more than 500 alumni, DU staff, students and their families and friends attending the season-opening Panther hockey game against arch-rival Grand Valley State University. Following an indoor tailgate party at the Grand Rapids ice arena, spectators cheered the Panthers on to a 6-4 victory. Members of DU’s 2007-2008 ACHA DII National Championship team were also honored during the event, with each player and coach awarded a commemorative championship ring from DU Interim President Mike Volk.
“Our alumni really look forward to this game every year,” said Kim Bruyn, executive vice president for Advancement. “This year’s Homecoming was even more special with our national championship celebration.” Homecoming 2008 also included the sale of more than 125 hockey pucks for a “Chuck-A-Puck” student scholarship fundraiser. The Anderson family, whose children won a puck at each of the last two DU Homecoming events, kept the family tradition alive, with their third child, Trent, winning a puck this year. www.davenport.edu
Clockwise from top: Davenport students cheering with Pounce; Interim President Mike Volk dropping the puck; the Anderson family.
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MBA from DU opens many doors Shaquanda S. Gordon, 2004 Human Resources Manager – Eastern Region, Priority Health
Shaquanda S. Gordon graduated from Davenport University with her master’s degree in business administration and an emphasis in human resources. But she received a lot more than just a degree from Davenport. She graduated with unbeatable real-world experience to take into the workplace.
Today, Shaquanda is PHR (Professional in Human Resources) accredited and has been working at Priority Health for the past seven years. She is the human resources manager for Priority Health’s eastern region and oversees all aspects of human resources in Jackson, Saginaw and Farmington Hills. She helps develop and interpret employee policy, streamlines employee relations and works to build the Priority Health culture among employees. “I enjoy learning and have always strived for higher education,” said Shaquanda. “Davenport’s MBA program seemed like the perfect fit for where I was heading with my career. The curriculum concentration was stronger than
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I had seen at any other area university, and their entrance process was seamless.” Shaquanda also appreciated the small class sizes, which gave everyone an opportunity to have one-on-one time with the professor. Shaquanda now serves on the advisory board for the School of Business and is an adjunct professor at Davenport University, where she teaches business ethics, undergraduate human resources courses and an MBA course for healthcare organizations. “I live by a few words I once read or saw on a hanger at my drycleaner, and I believe they describe my professional abilities perfectly: ‘You never know how high you are until you are called to rise.’ It never ceases to amaze me how others can see your potential. Many faculty and staff members at Davenport certainly did … and called on me to rise.”
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LaCroix, Axdorff to receive alumni awards Every year, during the Alumni Awards Banquet, the Davenport University Alumni Association recognizes extraordinary alumni for their notable achievements and outstanding service to the university and community. In 2009, DU grads Mark LaCroix and Steven Axdorff will be honored for their accomplishments. The alumni banquet and awards ceremony is set for the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids on April 24, and all alumni are invited to attend! Following is information on the alumni awards and their recipients: The Distinguished Alumni Award is Davenport University’s most prestigious alumni award. This year’s distinguished Steve Axdorff alum, Mark LaCroix, is executive vice president of business development for the GreenLife Organization headquartered in New York City. He is a 1989 DU graduate in business management. With more than 25 years of experience as a sales and marketing executive, LaCroix has achieved great success through assisting companies in understanding the inherent values of sustainability and how it can create value for their own businesses. As a member of the GreenLife senior management team and a thought leader in the sustainable business movement, he is an outspoken advocate for sustainable business practices. His strong leadership skills and extensive experience in development of market segmentation strategies, recruitment and training, sales strategy and planning have helped many companies over the years. LaCroix has also developed and provided hundreds of workshops covering a broad spectrum of sustainability-related topics. LaCroix has served as president of the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum and is a current board member. He serves on the advisory boards for the Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise at the University of Michigan and the Aquinas College Sustainable Business Degree program. He is also a member of the International Society of Sustainability Professionals. While LaCroix works in New York City, he has maintained his home in Ada, Mich., and returns to west Michigan every week. The Hy Berkowitz Professional Excellence Award is presented to a graduate who exemplifies career excellence and community outreach. This year’s award recipient, Steven Axdorff, is a senior mortgage loan officer at Founders Bank & Trust. He graduated cum laude from Davenport University in 1989 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration with an emphasis in marketing. Axdorff began his career in the mortgage business with the founding of Thornapple Mortgage Company, and served as partner and owner before joining Founders Bank & Trust in Grand Rapids in 2001. He volunteers his time at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, Pediatric Oncology Resource Team and God’s Kitchen. He has also spent time volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, using his skills as a painter, and also teaching other volunteers. www.davenport.edu
Mark LaCroix
Mark your calendars! Alumni Awards Banquet Is April 24 Join the Davenport University Alumni Association in honoring the 2009 recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award and the Hy Berkowitz Professional Excellence Award and celebrate the accomplishments of all previous recipients. Here are the details: Davenport University 2009 Alumni Awards Banquet Friday, April 24, 2009 Pantlind Ballroom, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids Reception – 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program – 7:30 p.m. Cost – $45
For more information, please contact alumni@davenport.edu or call 866-248-0012.
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CLASS NOTES Professional Melanie Groendyke, ’08 marketing and computer information sciences, was recently named vice president for Fifth Third Bancorp, Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 7, 2008. She has been with the company for 15 years and was promoted from her senior marketing analytics manager position. Melanie is actively involved in the community as a God’s Kitchen volunteer and United Way supporter. She also serves on the Fifth Third River Bank Run Steering Committee. Amanda Wright, ’08 computer information systems, recently accepted a new position as a programmer analyst at Saginaw Valley State University in University Center, Mich. Emilee Zandbergen, ’07 health services administration, recently took a new position with Crystal Manor, LifeHouse Retirement Community, as their new business office manager. She is putting her DU degree into action! Roger Markham, ’06 business management, recently accepted a new position as an auditor for Midwest Professionals, PLLC located in Gaylord, Michigan. Roger was employed at HB Carbide Company in Lewiston, Michigan in quoting and contract review before taking his new job with Midwest Professionals.
Del Mulhern, ’06, business administration and human resource management, received a masters of art in interdisciplinary studies in liberal arts from Marylhurst University on June 21, 2008. He graduated with highest honors! Emmy Mills, ’05 administrative, was recently promoted to operations manager for the Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art at Midland Center for the Arts. Amanda Mullins, ’05 entrepreneurship, recently received her MBA-applied management from Indiana Wesleyan University. Michael Nagy, ’02 business administration and admin office tech, received a masters of business administration in human resource management from Eastern Michigan University on April 27, 2008. Michael was recently promoted to operations analyst from the position of collections representative at DTE Energy located in Detroit, Michigan. Nagy has been with DTE since 2005. Michael states, “By taking advantage of the tuition reimbursement program offered by my employer (DTE), I was able to earn my masters of business administration degree from Eastern Michigan. Using my bachelor of business admin degree from DU and my masters of business administration degree from Eastern, I am able to apply my knowledge to busi-
ness situations that occur daily in the work environment.” Alice Beardslee, ’99 business administration, has now retired! She also has been recently elected president of the GFWC Sanford Woman’s Club in Sanford, North Carolina. Natasha Marie Holley, ’94 administrative office systems, has a new position as of October 2007 as an administrative assistant in the Office of the President at West Shore Community College in Scottville, Michigan. She is also obtaining her bachelor’s degree in business administration at West Shore and plans to transfer to Ferris State University in 2010. Melanie T. Frazier, ’82 business management, joined the firm Howard & Howard and its litigation practice group in June 2008. She will practice out of the firm’s Bloomfield Hills office. Melanie is admitted to the State Bar of Michigan and the Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. She is a member of the Federal Bar Association for the Eastern District of Michigan, Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association, International Trademark Association and the Women’s Economic Club of Detroit.
Recently married or have a new baby? Promotion at work or a new job? Are you getting ready to relocate? Please keep your alumni records updated and share any news with your fellow alumni. Email us at alumni@davenport.edu (be sure to include your full name, class year, major and location you attended) or log on to: www.davenport.edu/alumclassnotes
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Marriages & Engagements Lindsay Marie Beyers, ’08 medical assistant, and Steven Charles Zalud, both from Hudsonville, were married on September 6, 2008. Steven is currently attending Grand Rapids Community College M-TECH. Ashley Ann Brouwer, ’08 business administration, and Marten G. Brower were married on October 3, 2008. Lindsay Joy Faber, ’08 marketing, and Dallas James Lacy were united in marriage on September 6, 2008. Heather Danielle Lawhorn, ’08 financial management, and Timothy Troyer were married on September 20, 2008. Laura Ruth Peters and Troy Randall Avery were united in marriage on October 4, 2008. Troy is a graduate of Spring Arbor University. Derrick James Pyle, ’08 accounting, MBA, and Jillian Marie Westdorp, both of West Michigan, were married on October 18, 2008. Jillian is a graduate of Grand Rapids Community College. Nicholas David VanderWeele, ’08 business management, and Katherine Jane Haisma exchanged vows on October 11, 2008. Katherine is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy. Britany Jean Andrews, ’07, management, and Andrew Paul Russell of Crown Point, Indiana announce their engagement. They plan a September wedding. Stephanie Michelle Voss, ’06 accounting information management, and Cory L.
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Sterkenburg exchanged wedding vows on October 11, 2008. Ashley Marie Sims, ’05 management, and Brandon Arthur Goosen, ’07 business, were united in marriage on August 31, 2008. Michelle Lynn Meyers, ’04 computer information systems, and Thomas John Wittingen were married on August 22, 2008. The couple resides in West Olive, Mich. Heather Marie VanOverloop, ’04 accounting, and Randall Wayne Veldman exchanged wedding vows on October 10, 2008. Randall is a graduate of Grand Valley State University. Ryan James Ripmaster, ’00 business management, and Amanda Kay Avink were married on September 13, 2008. Ryan currently works for Ikon Office Solutions and the couple resides in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area.
hospital and Rappaport works as a police officer and paramedic. They reside in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey. Births Eric Peterson, ’06 business management, and his wife are proud to announce the birth of their new baby boy, Eli LaFlamme Peterson, born on July 2, 2008. Deborah Janicki Sherman, ’96 paralegal studies, and her husband Eric, announce the arrival of their new daughter, Annika Mariella, born on May 14, 2008. Mark Fink, ’90 computer information systems, and his wife Kathi have four children: Mark Tyler, 12; Katelyn Joy, 10; Caleb Jeffery, 8; and William James, 6.
Brian Dale Helmholdt, ’99 finance, and Lindsey Joy Vugteveen will be united in marriage on December 6, 2008. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Hope College. Kevin Jay Scott, ’97 management, and Misty Jo Falls exchanged vows on September 27, 2008. Scott Rappaport, ’92 paramedic, and Melissa Grider were united in marriage on September 3, 2008, at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. Scott’s wife Melissa is a veterinary technician at an animal
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Announcing the 12th Annual
Friday, May 8, 2009 6 p.m. Reception, 7 p.m. Dinner DeVos Place, Grand Rapids, Mich.
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Honoring Ambassador Peter Secchia, 2009 recipient of the Peter C. Cook Excellence in Business Award. All proceeds benefit Davenport University Foundation Scholarships. For more information or to make your reservation, contact the Office of Advancement at 866-248-0012.
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