A MAGAZINE FOR ALUMNI AND FRIENDS J A C K S O N V I L L E
U N I V E R S I T Y
A-TRAIN FINALLY ARRIVES IN THE HALL OF FAME
FALL 2011
VOLUME 14 • NUMBER 3 www.ju.edu
PUBLISHER Kerry D. Romesburg EDITOR Traci Mysliwiec-Johnson CREATIVE DIRECTOR Derek Hall ART DIRECTOR Donald dela Torre ASSISTANT EDITOR Kristi Sorrow
PUBLICATIONS MANAGER Robin Bangert-Lenard
Greetings JU Alumni & Friends,
CONTRIBUTING WRITER Joel Lamp CLASS NOTES Alumni Relations
MAIN NUMBER 904.256.8000
As we welcome students back to campus this fall, the Jacksonville University community has so much
to celebrate! After 17 years of waiting, we watched Artis Gilmore ’71 as he entered the Naismith
ADMISSIONS 904.256.7000 admissions@ju.edu
Basketball Hall of Fame (page 4). This is an honor that is well-deserved and we are so proud that he is now a part of that elite club.
ALUMNI 904.256.7201 alumni@ju.edu
To pay tribute to his career, we’ve started the “53 Campaign” with a goal of raising $535,353 to
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benefit the JU Scholarship Fund. Learn how you can get involved on page 9.
REGISTRAR 904.256.7091 cbarret@ju.edu
Also part of an elite club is Alvin Brown ’85 ’89, our newest mayor who joins only one other alumnus
from JU to earn the rank. Alvin has had a long and distinguished career and has served in many roles
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at JU. You can read more about his journey at the University inside (page 10). There are also a lot of improvements to discover on campus lately. The new Dolphin Green facilities on the riverbank now offer a running track, more beach space on the water, a pavilion and space for a future golf practice facility and amphitheater.
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This is part of our continued effort to offer students a beautiful campus to appreciate as they learn. On the academic side, we now offer a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), our first doctorate level
JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
degree (page 14). This is a giant step forward in our strategic plan and I cannot wait to meet our first
Ron A. Autrey ’01 Margaret Black-Scott ‘85 Michael Cascone, Jr. ‘65 Adrienne Conrad Timothy P. Cost ‘81 Margaret Widman Dees ‘86 Mark Frisch J. Phillip Garcia ’90 John G. Harrison ’67 Cyrus M. Jollivette Matthew Kane ’01 Jack Keigwin Bruce Kern Lawrence E. Kurzius Raymond K. Mason, Jr. ’78 Michael J. McKenny F. Andrew Moran ’78 Greg A. Nelson ’71
inaugural class! I also want to announce the PepsiCo Dream Machine recycling program for faculty and students. Each time bottles and cans are recycled in a Dream Machine on campus, the more support PepsiCo will provide to the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities. There will be two Dream Machine’s on campus and when you drop off your bottles you can even earn points redeemable for local discounts and coupons on entertainment, dining and travel at Greenopolis.com. I cannot think of an easier way to give back to the community! I hope to see all of you at Homecoming (Oct.21-23) as we continue to celebrate our accomplishments! Sincerely,
Elizabeth Anne P. Nimnicht Frank Pace ’73 Timothy D. Payne Paul I. Perez ’76 Carole J. Poindexter ’77 Gilbert J. Pomar, Jr. Fred G. Pruitt ’69, ’85 Kerry D. Romesburg William C. Rupp H.W. Shad (Mike) ’85 Linda Berry Stein ’69 Matthew W. Tuohy ’75, ’03 Chris A. Verlander Gordon Keith Watson ’71 Marvin Wells ‘73 Terry L. Wilcox Carolyn Munro Wilson ’69, ’77, ’89 Charles J.O. Wodehouse
Kerry D. Romesburg President
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COVER
4 A-TRAIN ARRIVES IN THE HALL OF FAME BY TRACI MYSLIWIEC-JOHNSON Artis Gilmore’s legendary basketball greatness earned national recognition while he played for JU and he went on to an impressive professional career. His accomplishments are being celebrated as he is inducted in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
FEATURES
10 ALVIN BROWN IS JACKSONVILLE’S NEW MAYOR
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BY KRISTI SORROW
12 CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE EFFORTS
DEPARTMENTS
14 JU’S FIRST DOCTORAL PROGRAM: DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE
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14 NEWS 22 SPORTS 26 ALUMNI NEWS 30 ALUMNI EVENTS 32 CLASS NOTES
Photo by Richard Orr Sports
“HALL OF FAMERS, fellow inductees, friends and fans…My name is Artis Gilmore and I am a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame.” The thunderous applause that followed his opening sentence confirmed what many had known for years— Artis Gilmore ’71, is one of the greatest to ever play the game of basketball. When he addressed the crowd at the induction ceremony as he entered the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Gilmore acknowledged some of his heroes who came before him. “Growing up as a youngster in Chipley, Fla. playing with tied up rag balls that didn’t bounce and shoes that didn’t fit; I idolized players like Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Jerry West and Oscar Robertson. I never dreamt that one day my name would join theirs as a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame.” The quiet "gentle giant" was a sharp contrast to the circus swirling around fellow inductee, the colorful Dennis Rodman. The biggest cheers of the night from the star-studded crowd came when Gilmore was recognized. The love and
basketball fan would recognize how Gilmore’s
stay on an even keel, but explained how it
stats measure up against those who entered
was fun to see it all through the eyes of his
the hall long before he arrived there. He is still
youngest son, 14-year-old Artis II.
the NBA’s career leader with a .599 field-goal percentage and his NCAA record of 22.7
“He is old enough to understand and enjoy
rebounds a game also still stands.
something unique that I’ve worked for,” said Gilmore. “If this would’ve happened earlier, he
During his speech, Gilmore displayed his
wouldn’t have been able to appreciate it, so
relaxed sense of humor and his amazing
that makes it special.”
attitude about all the hoopla surrounding the event, as he addressed a few of the subjects
His family all proudly joined him on this trip, his
he is often asked about.
wife, their three daughters, two sons and the two grandchildren he playfully refers to as “the
“Before I go on, I want to answer three
cookie machines.” Sharing the day with his family
questions once and for all.
was par for the course for Gilmore, who made it clear in his speech how much he appreciates the
“One: the weather up here is fine.
woman whom he calls “the boss.”
“Two: I am a basketball player.
“With me, virtually every step of the way for almost 40 years now, is my wife Enola Gay.
“And number Three: My trip to this stage was
When others may have doubted, she never did.
a long one.”
When I was on the road as much as I was at home, she raised our family of three wonderful
Gilmore said that it “wasn’t about the journey,
girls and two really great sons with unwavering
it’s about the destination.” During the week
dedication,” he said. “She is every bit the Hall
before the induction, Gilmore was trying to
of Famer that I am.”
support of his peers was apparent all weekend, as Gilmore joined his eight fellow inductees at Springfield Symphony Hall on Friday, Aug. 12 in Springfield, Mass.
“HE IS OLD ENOUGH TO UNDERSTAND AND ENJOY SOMETHING
The 2011 class included Gilmore and former
UNIQUE THAT I’VE WORKED FOR,” GILMORE SAID OF HIS
National Basketball Association (NBA) players
YOUNGEST SON, ARTIS II. “IF THIS WOULD’VE HAPPENED
Rodman, Arvydas Sabonis, Tom “Satch” Sanders and Chris Mullin, Olympic gold medalist Teresa Edwards, the late Harlem Globetrotter Reece “Goose” Tatum and coaches Tex Winter, Tara VanDerveer and Herb Magee. Even a casual
EARLIER, HE WOULDN’T HAVE BEEN ABLE TO APPRECIATE IT, SO THAT MAKES IT SPECIAL.”
Gilmore enjoying the reception with one of his “cookie machines,� granddaughter, Mia.
Enola Gay up on the screen as Gilmore recognizes her during his speech.
Artis Gilmore II with his dad and his new Hall of Fame ring.
The Romesburgs with Gilmore at the reception after the induction ceremony.
To avoid thanking too many people because the
daughters and his wife. They are all a team,”
list was lengthy, he thanked a few of the key
said Kinne. “I just sat there beaming all night.”
“doctors” who have made the most significant impact on his life.
Acknowledging the time it took for the Hall to include him and his patience about the subject,
“Dr. J for presenting me for induction; Dr.
Kinne said, “That’s Artis Gilmore. He is one that
Frances B. Kinne, chancellor emeritus of
looks toward the future.”
Jacksonville University for being a second mom to me and Dr. (W.W.) Bill Gay of Jacksonville for
Gay explained the way many who know him
being my friend and benefactor.”
see Gilmore as “a great player, but an even better person.”
He also thanked Dr. Kerry Romesburg, president of JU, as well as Jacksonville Mayor
“Artis is anything but boisterous, he influences
Alvin Brown ’85, ’89, for their support. They
people with his kind nature,” Gay said. “He has
were among the 40 alumni and members of
integrity and a compassion for his fellow man
the JU community who were able to join the
that is unusual for someone of his achievement.”
Gilmores for the occasion. (To see how you Gilmore with Wasdin at the Hall of Fame exhibit.
can be a part of the local celebration on Dec. 2,
Many of his former teammates and coaches
see sidebar).
have similar recollections of the star whom they recall never made a big deal out of his individual
ARTIS GILMORE HALL OF FAME CELEBRATION 12/2/11
Even after all the records he has earned and all
honors or statistics and led by his example. He
the acclaim, Gilmore is the last person to toot
is consistently regarded as a clean player who
his own horn. When it’s pointed out, he laughs
played team basketball throughout his career.
and says, “I’m like a turtle, I’ll find a hole and back up into it to watch what happens.”
Former JU basketball coach Tom Wasdin, who was also in attendance, was an integral part of
Kinne, who Gilmore still affectionately calls
Gilmore coming to play at JU. After meeting
“mom,” was overjoyed to attend the ceremony,
the shy 7’ 2” recruit more than 40 years ago,
About 40 alumni and members of the JU family
along with the family and Bill Gay, his longtime
he has been there through it all and said it
were able to attend the events surrounding the
friend. Both were again impressed by their
is tremendous to see what kind of person
friend’s continued humility and graciousness.
Gilmore has become. He recalled when he first
Hall of Fame induction in Springfield, Mass. in August. To bring the circle back to where Artis Gilmore’s legendary basketball career started, the University community will celebrate his enshrinement with a local event on December 2.
met him; he didn’t have a strong handshake. “It was amazing to see him be honored by his peers for his lifetime achievements and we
“I told him to make an impression; he should
were lucky to share in it. I appreciated how
have a good, firm handshake. The next time we
this will give lasting memories to his sons,
shook, he almost broke my hand,” said Wasdin.
Featuring a silent auction and a dinner, this “black tie and high tops” affair will raise funds for the 53 Campaign (see other sidebar). To learn more about how you can be a part this local celebration for JU’s biggest basketball legend, contact 904.256.7612 or see www.ju.edu/celebrateartis for ticket or sponsorship information.
“WE ALL KNOW HE IS A GREAT PLAYER, HIS STATS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES,” SAID WASDIN. “HE IS SUCH AN INTIMIDATING PHYSICAL PRESENCE, AND THEN HE COMES OFF SO GENTLE AND WARM, IT SURPRISES PEOPLE.”
“THIS WAS A TRIBUTE TO HIS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENTS AND WE WERE LUCKY TO SHARE IN IT. I APPRECIATED HOW THIS WILL GIVE LASTING MEMORIES TO HIS SONS, DAUGHTERS AND HIS WIFE. THEY ARE ALL A TEAM,” SAID KINNE.
HONORING #53’S CAREER BY RAISING SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS A-Train’s legend started at JU as he led the Dolphins to the 1970 NCAA championship game and it continued to grow throughout his professional career. We’re thrilled to have him back on campus as part of our team again today. To celebrate his well-deserved enshrinement into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the University has a goal of raising $535,353 to benefit the JU Scholarship Fund. Honor Gilmore’s historic career and his induction with a contribution to his personal cause, scholarships “We still joke about it. We fist bump when I
Back on campus today, Gilmore serves as
see him now. It’s safer.”
the Special Assistant to the President, as well as a color commentator for JU basketball
Calling his friend Gilmore caring, understanding
games. He enjoys being a part of the institu-
and loyal, Wasdin said “What you see is what
tion and the city he helped put on the map
you get.”
back in 1970.
“We all know he is a great player, his stats speak
“Returning and seeing all the positive changes
for themselves,” said Wasdin. “He is such an
that have happened here in the last 10 to 12
intimidating physical presence, and then he comes
years has been a great experience. Especially all
off so gentle and warm, it surprises people.”
the improvements since President Romesburg
for deserving JU students, today. Donors who contribute $53 or more will receive a commemorative keepsake related to his career: • $53 receives a commemorative photo • $153 receives an autographed 8x10
has taken over, he has steered the institution in Former JU head coach Joe Williams admired
a positive direction,” Gilmore said. “In the sports
how Gilmore stayed in school that final spring to
world, what Alan Verlander has done as the
graduate. “Players of his caliber would typically
Athletic Director has made a terrific impact and
drop out in the spring to go to all-star games, but
reconnected with the past.”
commemorative photo • $530 receives an autographed pennant from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame • $1,053+ receives an autographed 8x10 commemorative photo and Order of the Dolphin membership • $5,300+ receives an autographed legendary Gilmore throwback jersey
Artis stayed in school because he wanted to be the first in his family to graduate,” said Williams.
Regardless of how long the journey to the Hall
“After that, he paid for the rest of his siblings to
turned out to be, the A-Train is grateful to have
go to school, too.” Gilmore is one of nine children.
his seat at the table.
To learn more about these donor rewards, visit mydolphin.ju.edu/53campaign or to make your gift via phone, please call 904.256.7612.
MAYOR ALVIN BROWN REFLECTS
ON JU’S IMPACT ON HIM AND THE CITY By: Kristi Sorrow
On July 1, Alvin Brown ’85, ’89, took the reins of Jacksonville, a city of nearly 1 million, as its newest mayor.
“JU has produced many great leaders and it’s
“I remember Janet Johnson, Dr. Joan Carver
respects people of all backgrounds but has the
especially inspiring to see a second alumnus
and Dr. Hasan Pordeli, who taught me to work
ability to collaborate and work with them well
of our city’s namesake University earn the
hard and really apply myself in whatever I
to get the job done.”
privilege of serving as mayor,” said President
chose to do in life.”
Kerry Romesburg.
Pordeli also remembers that Brown had a natuWhen Brown wasn’t studying, he was cutting
ral interest in economic development which is
The foundations for Brown’s new role were laid
meat at Winn-Dixie where he was employed
why he became a member of the Economic
much earlier, with lessons about leadership and
throughout his years at JU.
Roundtable of Jacksonville and focused a big
business practices. Lessons he learned at JU.
part of his campaign on revitalizing downtown. That job helped Brown earn his degree in
Brown grew up in Beaufort, South Carolina. His
philosophy. Proud of his accomplishment,
“I remember Alvin used to talk about going
family moved to Florida after he finished high
Brown’s ambition continued to grow. With a
downtown with his grandmother and how
school, where he had his eyes set on JU.
desire to enter government service and grow
exciting it was with all the shops and activities,”
his business acumen, he returned to his alma
said Pordeli. “He wants to bring some of that
“There wasn’t anything not to like about JU,”
mater three years later to earn his Executive
appeal back and he is going to work extremely
said Brown. “It was small, had a great location
Master of Business Administration.
hard to do so.”
While in the Davis College of Business (DCOB),
Since much of what he learned about economics
he became friends with Pordeli, who taught
came from Pordeli, Brown asked him to serve on
him macroeconomics as an undergrad.
his Downtown Revitalization Committee.
Dr. Frances Bartlett Kinne in her office as
“I remember having conversations where he
“He exhibits all the qualities which are essen-
she made herself available with her open
expressed interest in becoming Jacksonville’s
tial to success in the business world and I
door policy.
mayor even back then,” said Pordeli.
know he will do all he can to make this city
“Fran was somebody who made you feel
Pordeli was impressed with Brown in the
special and that you could go far in life,” said
classroom but says what stood out about him
After Brown completed his studies at JU, he set
Brown. “She wanted every student to succeed
more was his personality.
out to help other students reach similar goals.
“He was warm and had a cooperative spirit
“JU gave me opportunity,” said Brown. “I
Brown also recalled other administrators and
which made being around him very enjoyable,”
wanted to make sure that the same opportunity
professors who deeply impacted his life.
said Pordeli. “He is unique because he not only
I had, the next generation was going to have.”
and had a reputation of providing a wellrounded education.” Recalling his years as an undergrad, Brown offered stories about visiting former president
better,” said Pordeli.
and I was no exception.”
BROWN
Brown became CEO of the Willie Gary Classic
“JU is producing the best and brightest students
was taught at the DCOB, testifying to the qual-
Foundation, an organization that helps provide
and that will allow us to have a more educated
ity of the program.
scholarships for historically black colleges and
workforce,” said Brown.
Chairman of the Board of the National Black MBA Association.
"I see him apply basic business, management Bragging about JU and the caliber of its
and finance principles on a day-to-day basis,”
students comes easily to Brown, but he never
said Horner. “Watching him make decisions
Brown also spent many years in Washington,
forgets to reiterate the importance of the insti-
based on the application of sound business
D.C., where he served as an adviser to former
tution’s administrators and professors, who he
knowledge and practices is reassuring."
President Bill Clinton and former Vice President Al
believes are some of the most talented in the
Gore, among others. His career eventually landed
country. His appreciation of them is evident as
Also joining him from JU are Romesburg, who
him back in Jacksonville, where his journey at JU
some of them now hold positions on his staff.
serves on the Education and Children commit-
reached full circle when he returned to serve as an Executive-in-Residence in the DCOB.
tee, and Dr. Quinton White on the Quality of Dr. Donald H. “Donnie” Horner, Jr., director
Life committee.
of the Davis Leadership Center, is Brown’s As the leader in the classroom now, Brown
Education Commissioner. Considered an execu-
“I wanted the best and the brightest on my
was very impressed with today’s students.
tive on loan from the DCOB to City Hall, Horner
team to identify the challenges and opportuni-
is a graduate of the United States Military
ties facing this city and I cannot think of individu-
“My students were innovative and creative,”
Academy at West Point and is also a member of
als more suitable for these roles than these
says Brown. “They no longer desire just to
Brown’s Military Affairs committee.
three talented and ambitious men,” said Brown.
“There wasn’t anything not to like about JU,” said Brown. “It was small, had a great location and had a reputation of providing a well-rounded education.” work for a company but rather to own their
"There are so many JU alums and folks with JU
With an excellent education, experience learn-
own. They also think globally, knowing we are
connections working at City Hall that we kiddingly
ing from today’s students and connections that
competing on that scale.”
refer to it as the JU West Campus,” said Horner.
will last a lifetime, Brown is thankful his life
Brown believes these students will be critical
JU connections aren’t the only thing Horner
remember with fondness the significance the
to the development of Jacksonville as they will
notices. He feels a great deal of satisfaction
University has had in his life.
increase the city’s “intellectual capital.”
seeing Brown put to use the knowledge he
crossed paths with JU and says he will always
ADOPT A JU CLASSROOM:
A Technology Enhancement Campaign Technology advances rapidly, faster than classrooms at Jacksonville University have been able to keep up with in some cases. To standardize the equipment available on campus, University Advancement has created the “Adopt a JU Classroom” campaign. Alumni and friends of the University are able to “adopt” a classroom by purchasing a $4,000 package of technology improvements for that room. “JU’s classrooms need equipment upgrades that will enable professors to navigate smoothly between media and formats as they move from room to room so that they can deliver dynamic, cutting-edge presentations,” explained Michael Howland, vice president of University Advancement. “Today’s students are accustomed to high-end technology in their daily lives, and so are faculty, and their overall experience will be greatly improved by the advances.” Learning occurs in a variety of situations during the students' JU experience but often the focus is in the classrooms and labs. “JU has always been characterized by high-quality pedagogy but the delivery of that instruction has varied greatly across campus. Some classrooms were outfitted with the latest technology but others were not keeping up with the times,” said Dr. Stephen Baker, professor of political
science. “To deal with this dilemma, Senior
their learning environment and is making good
Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lois
use of the money we get, whether from tuition
Becker, contacted the faculty Instructional
or donations, and that will have a positive impact
Resources Committee and an ad hoc campus-
on the learning environment.”
Rooms adopted by: Copytronics, Inc. Michael & Sharon Tanner
wide group was created to study the situation and make recommendations.”
There are 46 classrooms total that need to be adopted to receive the upgrades. Early contributors to the campaign include:
Pamela Kirk-Prentice ’77, has been on both sides of the classroom at JU, having taught in
James E. Yarbrough McCormick & Company, Inc. Anonymous
After more than 30 faculty and staff met to
the business school when she returned from
develop a proposal, a standard media cart
1991 to 2000. She has supported the idea
containing computers, media players and
and has been instrumental in reaching out to
Charles (Chuck) Wodehouse
miscellaneous related equipment was chosen.
friends of Charles “Chuck” Musfeldt ’77, ’89
Harold (Mike) Shad
Not only will both students and faculty be
(see In Memoriam on page 33) to adopt a room
Dr. John E. Trainer
able to give more effective presentations
in his memory.
George M. Cohen Foundation
Haskell Matthew R. & Alexis (Conciatori) Kane
“I loved JU as a student and as a faculty member— the school is so rich with talent and tradition, but the classrooms are always an area we can improve,” said Kirk-Prentice.
Sodexo America, LLC Weaver Family Foundation Alyson and Wally Lee
Contributors to the Adopt a Classroom campaign: Swenson Auto Brokers Daniel P. Thornton
using the additional equipment, expanding the
“I loved JU as a student and as a faculty
technological capabilities in each classroom
member—the school is so rich with talent and
will allow more flexibility in course scheduling
tradition, but the classrooms are always an
Mark E. Novak
across campus.
area we can improve,” said Kirk-Prentice. “I am
David W. Julias
hoping for Chuck’s room we can raise $10,000.
Andy Moran
“Having similar levels of technology in all
That way it can be a special room that gives
Larry J. Kaye
classrooms makes it easier to teach wherever
current students the ability to continue to make
your classes are scheduled, I have taught in
a difference, like Chuck and so many other JU
Reid, MSRI, DCOB and Gooding,” said Dr. Lee
grads have.”
Michael R. Howland
Rick D. Fenn Douglass Wiles Corporate Care Works, Inc. Adam C. Walesiewicz
Ann Clements, professor of biology and the science and mathematics division chair. “In the
It will cost approximately $4,000 to make the
John M. Drew
past, some courses were limited to a specific
necessary improvements to each classroom.
Constance Hutton
classroom because that was the only place that
Donors will be recognized with a standardized
All Purpose Printing
the technology was available.”
plaque that will be affixed in each classroom
and Graphics, Inc.
articulating that the technology upgrades
James Woodworth
With the help of donations to the campaign, JU
were from that specific donor (or in honor
Dr. Lois Becker
will be able to install the media carts in each of
of someone else as appropriate). Other
the lacking classrooms. Students will appreciate
recognition may be considered for gifts
that JU seeks to improve their experience with
benefiting multiple rooms.
Matt Sulzer Ronald A. Autrey Karen Kelczewski Hike Stephen V. Piscitelli
the resources available. Many of the rooms already have sponsors (see
Penny G. Waller
“Student presentations are easier to give if
sidebar) and many on campus organizations are
Clifford D. Russ
they can count on similar technology in all
working to adopt their own classroom. To learn
Pamela K. Prentice
the classrooms, then the focus is on their
how you can help standardize the technology on
presentation skills and content, not on adjusting
JU’s campus by adopting a classroom, contact
to the technology,” said Clements. “Students
Alyson Lee, director of university campaigns, at
also need to understand that JU cares about
904.256.7923 or visit www.ju.edu/giving.
Alumni Groups participating: Sigma Chi fraternity Phi Delta Theta fraternity Delta Delta Delta sorority Friends of Charles (Chuck) Musfeldt
WAVE NEWS FIRST DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAM TAKES UNIVERSITY TO NEW LEVEL THE UNIVERSITY’S FIRST DOCTORAL
with some evening classes and the remaining
According to data released by the American
degree, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), has
course content delivered online. JU created
Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
been approved by the Southern Association of
the DNP to be attractive to advanced practice
in March, enrollment in doctoral nursing
College and Schools Commission on Colleges
nurses who are working and designed it to
programs has been rapidly increasing during
(SACS – COC) and began this fall.
accommodate their schedules and allow for
the last five years, with a surge of as much as
customization to individual interests.
35% last year.
“I’m very excited and proud of Jacksonville University. What a wonderful achievement for all
“This is a post-master’s program, aimed
“ACCESS TO CARE IS A NECESSITY
involved,” said President Kerry D. Romesburg.
at further developing the clinical expertise
AND THE NEED FOR CARE IS EVER
“This is a giant step forward with our strategic
needed in today’s complex healthcare
INCREASING. THIS PROGRAM WILL
plan. The strides we have made as a University
environment,” said Dr. Judith Erickson,
ADDRESS THAT,” SAID ERICKSON.
in the past five years have exceeded our
dean of the School of Nursing. “The JU DNP
“WE’RE PLEASED AND EXCITED TO
expectations and taken us to new heights.”
program has many unique features, including
BE ABLE TO OFFER THIS PROGRAM
a clinical focus and a format designed with
AND BE A PART OF THE NATIONWIDE
The practice-focused program began on a
flexibility in mind. JU’s DNP program will
INITIATIVE TO OFFER THE PRACTICE
part-time basis, but will mature and expand to
prepare expert advanced practice nurses to
DOCTORATE IN NURSING.”
full-time. Courses are offered in a hybrid format
deliver high quality, cost-effective care.”
HETZEL AND MORRIS BRING HOME 2011 AIR RACE CLASSIC WIN “WE WERE A LOT MORE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT THIS YEAR,” SAID MORRIS. “WE APPLIED MORE OF WHAT WE LEARNED IN CLASS AND STUDIED THE ACTIONS OF THE PREVIOUS WINNERS.” Hetzel and Morris say that they hope to see more women aviation majors from JU enter the contest, where they will be ready to pass on all of their secrets and tricks for success. Hetzel graduated this summer with her degree in aviation management and flight operations MORRIS AND HETZEL
after completing one of the most sought-after internships with Delta Air Lines. Her goal is
LEAH HETZEL ’11 AND SARAH MORRIS ’10 couldn’t stop jumping
Hetzel and Morris not only beat out the 11 other
to become an airline pilot. Morris graduated
participating collegiate teams but they also
summa cum laude with a degree in aviation
and screaming the night of June 26 in
bested all 50 teams made up of the top female
management and flight operations. She became
Mobile, Ala. after they found out they
pilots in the nation. Forty-three teams finished
the nation’s top scoring female at the 2010
came in first in the 2011 Air Race Classic,
the race. The win was especially rewarding to the
National Intercollegiate Flying Association's
the all-women transcontinental national
women who had competed in the Classic only a
Safety and Evaluation Conference and plans to
air race.
year ago and finished 14th out of 51 teams.
become a missionary pilot.
FALL 2011
JU ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME INDUCTS FIVE STARS INTO RANKS OF ELITE
FLEMING, GILMORE AND BARTLEY
ROMESBURG AND KINNE
RANDALL AND STEELE
THE JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY
He told the crowd how she “became a
“She is undefeated in the Ironman for
Athletics Hall of Fame welcomed five new
miracle four years ago.” Steele suffered from
Chancellors,” he joked. “She is undefeated
members into its elite fraternity with an
hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and needed a
in the Long Drive, as well as the Slam
induction ceremony on April 30 at the Kinne
heart replacement. Now a golf coach herself at
Dunk competition.”
Center. Joining the pantheon of all-time greats
the University of Montana, she was fortunate
at JU were: Gus Bell (baseball), former head
enough to receive one and is healthy today.
Kinne talked to the crowd about how she
coach Jack Lamabe (baseball), Ernie Fleming
Calling herself a “duck out of water,” as she
measures the success of any school and how
(men's basketball), JoAnne Roberts Steele
talked of moving to the beaches of Florida from
JU measures up on that scale.
(women's golf) and Chancellor Emeritus Dr.
Montana, she acknowledged that an honor like
Frances Bartlett Kinne (special recognition).
this is a culmination of elements.
“THE WAY I MEASURE ANY SCHOOL IS BY WHAT STUDENTS
Each honoree was introduced by someone
“This honor is a result of all the little events
ARE DOING AFTER GRADUATION,”
related to his or her days at JU, be it a former
that add up to where we are today,” Steele
KINNE EXPLAINED. “JU HAS DONE
player, coach, teammate, or friend.
said. “Life’s challenges are not supposed to
A REMARKABLE JOB, SO I WANT
paralyze you, but propel you to where you are.”
TO THANK YOU. YOU’VE CHANGED MY LIFE. JU IS MY LIFE AND I’M
Artis Gilmore ’71, told the crowd about his friend and former teammate, Ernie Fleming
President Kerry Romesburg introduced
PROUD TO BE A MEMBER OF THIS
’72, and how the two of them came to play
Dr. Frances Bartlett Kinne. “She is an amazing
HALL OF FAME.”
together at JU after Fleming wrote a letter
friend, most of all an educator and a mother to
to the JU coaches. Fleming suffered a stroke
thousands,” Romesburg said. “If you’re a friend
Former baseball coach Jack Lamabe was
some years ago and was unable to make the
of Fran Kinne, she is a friend for life.”
introduced by his first recruit, former player and then later colleague, Don Suriano ’76.
event, so his children, Ernest Fleming, Jr. and Erica Bartley, accepted the honor on his behalf.
Telling the audience about of the many ways
Lamabe passed away in 2007, so his son, John
she has worked to benefit JU in athletics and
and widow, Janice, accepted the honor on his
Former women’s golf coach, John Randall,
the entire community, he explained she is the
behalf. Gus Bell ’71 was introduced by a former
introduced golfer JoAnne Roberts Steele ’93.
only chancellor of this University.
teammate, Joe Schlegel ’68.
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WAVE NEWS MARINE SCIENCE MASTER OF ARTS, MASTER OF SCIENCE NOW OFFERED STARTING THIS SEMESTER,
or a non-thesis option that requires extensive
All students must take a core four-course
Jacksonville University offers new Master of
laboratory/field study.
sequence, appropriate elective courses and complete a successful thesis research project
Science and Master of Arts (MS/MA) degree programs in Marine Science. Each program is
“The graduate program continues the
for the MS degree or two laboratory courses
designed to teach graduates to be successful
undergraduate emphasis on individualized
selected in conjunction with their graduate
in a variety of marine-related positions in
programs of study that ensure students the
advisor for the MA option. State-of-the-art
industry, government and education, as well as
best possible preparation based on their
research and laboratory facilities at the MSRI
entry into doctoral programs.
interests, backgrounds and abilities,” said
will be utilized, with opportunities to conduct
Dr. Quinton White, executive director of the
research at other facilities also possible.
The program emphasizes a hands-on approach
Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI). To learn more about the new master's programs,
to learning through either the completion of an original thesis project under the mentorship
The program is designed to be completed
contact Diana Peaks, executive director of the
of an experienced marine science researcher,
in two years for full-time graduate students.
Center for Professional Studies, at 904-256-7000.
WHITE HONORED BY LEADERSHIP JACKSONVILLE DR. A. QUINTON WHITE, EXECUTIVE
life for self, family and community, according to
director of the MSRI, was honored by
the agency.
Leadership Jacksonville at their 16th annual celebration in April. White has been a long-
“I am honored to be recognized and hope that
time advocate for St. Johns River and
this helps bring attention to the efforts of many
the environment.
people and organizations to improve the St. John River and create sustainable environment. I know
WHITE
White was recognized for exemplifying
that it is not just me, but many organizations that
Leadership Jacksonville's mission of developing
strive to preserve North Florida’s waterways,” said
leaders to assume greater responsibility as
White. “We’re educating people on the issues
community trustees who improve the quality of
and how they can make their own impact.”
WATKINS EARNS DOCTORATE, PERFORMS IN CHINA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PIANO Scott Watkins traveled to China for a two-week
Just prior to the trip, Watkins completed his
tour in May, where he visited foreign scholars
University. He also traveled to Lanzhou for
at North National University in Yinchuan, capital
an engagement with the Lanzhou Symphony
of the Ningxia Province. He gave a recital there
Orchestra in a performance of the Tchaikovsky
on May 11 where he performed Jian-jun He’s
First Piano Concerto. During this concert,
Piano Sonata No. 1 (which he also performed at
Watkins became the first American pianist ever
Carnegie Hall in 2010). He also taught several
to appear with the orchestra and its conductor,
classes and met with the faculty to discuss
Heping Liu. Also in Lanzhou, Watkins gave a
challenges of teaching today’s college students.
master class at Northwest National University.
Doctor of Music degree from Florida State
WATKINS WITH THE FACULTY AT THE NNU CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC AND DANCE
FALL 2011
JU & TERRY PARKER STUDENTS END YEAR-LONG OYSTER REEF ORGANISMS STUDY JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY MARINE
“They were able to get experience in science
undergraduate Marine Science program.
science students worked with Terry Parker
through designing and carrying out an actual
“The MSRI affords the space and equipment
High School students over the 2010-11 school
study. Further, they learned about some of
to carry out such an extraordinary educational
year designing and implementing a project
the organisms that are found in the river and
and research endeavor. We wouldn’t be
to compare reef ball sizes in the context of
how they are important to the ecology of the
able to do this at this level without such
oyster reef mitigation. They recovered the reef
river,” said Dr. Daniel McCarthy, director of the
a facility.”
balls and identified the more than 25 types of organisms that had accumulated on and in them on Feb. 25. The group of 30 students discovered species, such as small gobies, juvenile drum, mud crabs, snails, clams, worms, oysters and mussels.
STRENGTHENING STUDENTS EARNS MULLARKEY WOMEN'S HISTORY HONOR JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY
master’s degree in teaching. After several years,
helped pass the first bond referendum ever in
honored Student of the Year—Sarah Morris ’10;
Mullarkey quit her job to raise a family. When
the county and built seven new schools and
JU Woman of the Year—Dr. Janet Haavisto;
it was time for her two boys to go to school,
renovated the rest in less than two years.
and Community Woman of the Year—Dr. Pam
Mullarkey and her husband looked at the St. Johns
Mullarkey ’69 ’72, on March 29 at the annual
County School District and found it unacceptable.
Women’s History Month Luncheon.
Mullarkey had hopes to one day end up in Congress, however, an unexpected event
Mullarkey decided to run for a position on the St. After Mullarkey started as a teacher at Dupont
Johns County School Board and was determined
Middle School, she returned to JU to get a
to change the county’s education system. She
occurred which changed her life forever. While waking in her neighborhood one night, a 13-year old girl confided in Mullarkey and told her that her best friend was pregnant and was going to get an abortion in three days. Mullarkey ended up speaking to the girl’s parents about the situation and began to realize that young people were having to grow up in an incredibly challenging environment. Touched by what was going on in the community, Mullarkey created Project SOS, Inc. (Strengthening Our Students). “WE AT PROJECT SOS HAVE MADE IT OUR MISSION TO REMIND TEENS OF THEIR POTENTIAL, INNER STRENGTH AND IMMEASURABLE WORTH,” SAID MULLARKEY.
MULLARKEY, MORRIS AND HAAVISTO
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WAVE NEWS FRIENDS OF THE JU LIBRARY HOST 40TH ANNUAL FASHION SHOW THE LONGEST-RUNNING annual fashion show in Jacksonville brought in nearly 150 guests as the Friends of the JU Library (FOL) hosted their Luncheon and Fashion Show for the 40th year in a row on Feb. 9 in the Kinne University Center. President Kerry Romesburg headed the list of celebrities who modeled at this year’s event. Other models included WJXT meteorologist, Rebecca Barry ’06, Men’s Basketball Coach Cliff Warren, Director of Alumni Relations Shirin Brenick and many FOL board members.
BARRY
WJXT Sports Director Sam Kouvaris sang, accompanied by Sam Fricano (retired director of the U.S. Army Band and former Walt Disney World music and director of the River City Band). The event included a silent auction and a raffle drawing and providedw funds to support the JU library. This year’s event raised more than $3,700 after expenses. ROMESBURG
BRENICK
COMMUNICATION STUDENTS WIN ASSOCIATED PRESS BROADCASTERS AWARDS JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY’S
impact art therapy has on their lives through
Fernald also assisted Heath in the development
Communication Department is proud to
Art with a Heart in Health Care.
of her piece.
second place in the professional medium
Heath was recognized in the same category as
This is the University’s second award in the
market category from the Florida Associated
Jeannie Blaylock, the co-anchor of First Coast
professional category and is a distinction no
Press Broadcasters (FAPB) April 16 in Orlando.
News. Blaylock took first place for a piece
other college or university in the state of Florida
The only student recognized in the professional
about the tragedy in Haiti.
has received in the medium television market.
announce that Shannon Heath ’11, received
category, Heath’s project was a documentarystyle video featuring pediatric patients and the
KENT-WILLETTE, HEATH AND FERNALD
During the past six years, JU communications "The project represents the best of JU and
students have been honored seven times by
the amazing work that is going on in our local
the FAPB, previously receiving five first place
community," said Dr. Annmarie Kent-Willette,
awards and two second place awards for a
associate professor of communications.
variety of student broadcasting work.
Junior Alyssa Fernald won first place in the
Earlier this year, Heath, was honored at the 10th
student category for best video essay. Her piece
Anniversary of Art with a Heart in Health Care for
was a narrative video, modeled after NPR’s
the same project. Fernald’s video was also featured
“This I Believe” series, paying tribute to her late
on a national website. Both Heath’s and Fernald’s
grandmother who was killed by a drunk driver.
winning pieces can be viewed on tv.ju.edu.
FALL 2011
THORNTON HONORED AS JU PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR AT THE 53RD-ANNUAL FACULTY
professor of accounting and in Community
Recognition Event on March 25, Jacksonville
Service – Cari Coble, associate professor
University celebrated faculty for their longevity
of dance.
of service, granted emeritus status to two and presented four with Awards for Excellence. Dr.
Faculty members recognized for their longevity
Barry Thornton, professor of economics, was
of service were:
named JU’s Professor of the Year.
• Dr. Bashir Sayar, professor of engineering,
Faculty members were presented with
• Professor John J. (Jack) Turnock,
25 years Awards for Excellence in the following areas: Teaching – Dr. Mark Alarbi, associate professor of orthodontics; Scholarship and Professional Activities – Dr. Richard J. Cebula, professor of finance; University Service – Dr. Ruth O’Keefe,
THORNTON
• Dr. Patrick G. McLeod, professor of English, 40 years
associate professor of art, 25 years • Dr. Mary W. Werner, professor of marketing, 25 years • Dr. James Steve Browder, professor of physics, 40 years
Dr. Jon O. Carlson, professor of music for 32 years, and Capt. Jerry Terrell, who had been at JU for more than 23 years, were both honored as Professors Emeriti.
SHOOTING CLUB WINS HONORS AT ACUI CLAY TARGET NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS THE JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY
well as placing third in American Skeet and
“WE’RE UNDEFEATED IN REGULAR
Shooting Club is the Division III, National
Sporting Clays and fifth in American Trap, all
SEASON COMPETITION, TWO YEARS
5-Stand Sporting Clays Champion after
Division III.
RUNNING,” SAID DAVID DOBSON, MBA, JU ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
competing in the 43rd Association of College Unions International (ACUI) Clay Target National
This was the Club’s first national event since
AND HEAD COACH AND FOUNDER
Championships held March 31 thru April 4 at
its inception in the fall of 2009. There were 50
OF THE CLUB. “I HOPE TO GET IT
the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio,
colleges that competed, broken into three divi-
FULLY FUNDED AND APPROVED AS
Texas. JU’s Club was also runner up in both
sions, and 432 individual competitors, including
A VARSITY CONCEPT AT JU.”
International Trap and International Skeet, as
members from the United States Shooting Team. Dobson, who is also the head coach for the Shooting Club at University of North Florida (UNF), proposed the club in April of 2009. The Club started in the fall of that year with the aid of a National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF, www.nssf.org) grant written by Dobson. The pilot program for the state of Florida with respect to the NSSF Collegiate Shooting Sports Initiative, JU partners with the Club from UNF for practices. In regional competition on April 9, JU won the Spring Collegiate Conference Shoot held at Flagler Gun Club, besting six other schools. The club also earned the JU Leadership Award for Best New Club in 2010 from Campus Activities.
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WAVE NEWS MORGAN STANLEY’S HARRIS ENCOURAGES GRADUATES TO DWELL IN POSSIBILITY
PRESIDENT KERRY ROMESBURG AND SOUSA
MORRIS
AT THE ANNUAL SPRING COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
“Failure always brings you a gift. You will
April 30, Jacksonville University granted nearly
carry the baggage of having made a mistake,
700 students their degrees. Keynote speaker
embrace the valuable lesson.”
know how to do it differently next time. Don't
Carla A. Harris, managing director at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, encouraged
Harris also told the graduates they need to
graduates to always make choices that will
own all of that which is uniquely their own.
have a positive ripple effect on others.
“You all have this unique gift,” said Harris. “Nobody can be you the way you can be you. MARK HANNAH ’06, MBA ’11
Harris told the graduates that to maximize their
You must have a winner’s lens and dwell in
success in life would depend on the following
the land of possibility that you will have good
three factors: the choices you make; how you
outcomes. The more you dwell in possibility;
Kasey Sousa was honored with the prestigious
recover from your mistakes; and the view you
you will naturally migrate in the land of
Fred B. Noble Medal for Scholarship for
have of yourself.
probability of positively affecting others.”
achieving a 4.0 grade point average. Sousa also earned the Outstanding Service and
“WHEN FACED WITH A CHOICE,
An honorary doctor of business commerce was
Co-Curricular Involvement award, while Sarah
ALWAYS CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT
conferred on Harris, who is head of Morgan
Morris ’10 was honored with the President’s
WILL CHALLENGE YOU THE MOST,”
Stanley’s Emerging Manager Program and also
Award for Outstanding Leadership.
SAID HARRIS. “CHOOSE TO BE A
provides investment advice to corporations,
LEADER AND NOT LET LIFE HAPPEN
public pension plans, foundations and endow-
The University also presented an honorary
TO YOU.”
ments, as well as an accomplished gospel
doctorate of humane letters to W. Ash Verlander
singer and author.
(1920-2009). Verlander was a member of the JU Board of Trustees from 1968 to 1996 and served
When referring to mistakes, Harris encouraged the graduates to not look upon the subject
Harris received a Master of Business
as chairman of the Board from 1982 to 1985. He
with discouragement.
Administration from Harvard Business
devoted much of his time to fundraise for the
School, Second Year Honors and an Artium
University and chaired the University’s Golden
“When you make a mistake, take the blessing
Baccalaureus in economics from Harvard
Anniversary Campaign committee, which raised
of the lesson and move on,” said Harris.
University, magna cum laude.
more than $16 million.
FALL 2011
STUDENTS CREATE TREE OF LIFE AT SHANDS TO HONOR ORGAN DONORS RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE
mold and welded in place. The leaves and
“The students knew the meaning of this work
of organ donation, Shands Hospital wanted to
butterflies are gold leafed Baltic Birch that are
and maintained their dedication to this project
create a memorial for their organ donors that
covered with tinted acrylic glass. The names
through the installation,” said Benedict. “They
would not only be uplifting but a place for staff
on the leaves represent adult donors and the
were also able to meet with an organ recipient
and families to remember loved ones.
butterflies are for the children that donated.
and her husband.”
With little resources to create the memorial on their own, Shands contacted JU’s College of Fine Arts and the Tree of Life project began over the summer of 2010. The college decided to build a class around it called Art in Public Places. In the fall of 2010, nine students signed up for the course. “We had a mixture of students with backgrounds in power tools and welding and some that had not yet had the opportunity to use woodworking or metal working equipment,” said Jim Benedict, assistant professor of sculpture. The students toured the hospital and met with the doctors, nurses and staff who are involved with the organ donation. Installed in February, the tree is made of strips of silicon bronze hammered into a concrete THE TREE IS DISPLAYED IN THE CLINICAL CENTER AT SHANDS.
NATIONAL SEARCH UNDERWAY FOR NEW SCHOOL OF EDUCATION DEAN AFTER A SUCCESSFUL FIVE-YEAR
“Dr. Ramirez-Smith brought incredible leader-
Ramirez-Smith instituted a Student Dean’s
stint as the dean of the School of Education (SOE),
ship to the SOE and served as an ambassador
Advisory Council, oversaw the development
Dr. Christina Ramirez-Smith, stepped down at the
for JU on many committees to serve the
of Tenure and Promotion Policies and together
end of the academic year. Under her leadership,
children of Northeast Florida. We wish her
with the faculty completed SOE’s first
the SOE was transformed from a unit within the
well and she will be greatly missed,” said Dr.
Strategic Management document.
College of Arts and Sciences with less than 100
Lois Becker, senior vice president of academic
students to an independent School comprised
affairs. “She resolved accreditation issues
Started in the spring of 2009, the Masters
of the Five-year Teacher Education Program, a
with the Florida Department of Education,
Degree in Leadership and Learning is one
three-concentration Leadership and Learning
becoming one of the first schools approved to
of the fastest growing programs at the gradu-
master’s and undergraduate majors in sport
offer an updated curriculum with a five-year
ate level. There is a national search underway
management and exercise science with more
program leading to both baccalaureate and
to find a new SOE dean.
than 400 graduate and undergraduate students.
master’s degrees.”
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RECORD-SETTING SEASON LEADS SOFTBALL TO NCAA TOURNAMENT The Dolphins broke team records for home runs (41), ERA (1.48) and shutouts (19) in 2011. The ERA for the pitching staff also ranked as high as third nationally before the start of the NCAA Tournament. Former head coach Amanda Lehotak was named A-Sun “Coach of the Year,” while junior Sarah Sigrest received conference “Pitcher of the Year” honors by setting single-season records in wins (27), ERA (1.10), shutouts (10) and strikeouts (208). She also posted 12 wins in her final 13 appearances before the NCAA Tournament to earn second team Louisville Slugger/NFCA all-region honors, alongside sophomore Olivia Kline. Sigrest, Kline, junior Amanda Schmidt and sophomore Sarah Simon also garnered first team all-conference honors. Senior Katie Kelly was named second team all-conference honors and Jacey Warner made the all-freshman team. KELLY
Kelly, who didn’t miss a game in her four years, finished as JU’s career leader in hits (207), runs
THE JU SOFTBALL TEAM ENJOYED
(111), doubles (38), RBI (103), at-bats (674),
one of its greatest seasons during 2011.
total bases (277) and assists (357).
The Dolphins posted a school record 44 wins, including 26 victories in the final 30 games,
Junior Kayla Ouellet, Simon and Schmidt
en route to taking the A-Sun regular season
also broke records, along with Kelly and
and tournament titles. Along with playing
Sigrest. Ouellet passed Jillian Mirante for
in the program’s first NCAA regional, the
the career record in steals. Simon posted
Dolphins also received a vote in the NFCA/USA
new season marks in home runs (10), walks
Today and Ultimate Collegiate Softball poll.
(42) and slugging percentage (.500) and Schmidt smashed a program-best 50 RBI.
They ended the season with a 16-game
SIGREST
winning streak at home, which currently ranks
The team didn’t have to look far for its new
as the fourth-best nationally. JU also posted
leader as assistant Ali Higgs has been
an overall school record 15-game winning
promoted to head coach. Higgs replaces
streak (4/9-5/14) and tallied a 22-12 record
Lehotak who recently took the head coaching
against non-conference opponents, including
job at Texas-San Antonio and for whom Higgs
a 3-1 win against No. 22 Texas A&M.
has been the top assistant since 2007.
JU TRACK & FIELD CONTINUES TO DOMINATE FOR THE PAST SIX YEARS, THE
At the A-Sun Outdoor Championship
JU women’s track & field program has
on April 16, an experienced senior core
dominated the Atlantic Sun Conference.
finished their careers in style with a great
At the A-Sun Indoor championship on
final day to lead JU to the title.
Feb. 19, the Dolphins held the lead after the first day and won six events in the
After coming into the final day in third
final day to secure the title.
place, the Dolphins picked up 10 victories, including four from the seniors, to finish
The Dolphins had 19 athletes score on the
with 243 points ahead of UNF (158) and
final day for a new meet record 219 points
Kennesaw State (151). JU also tied the
for first place. UNF finished second with
conference record for consecutive titles
154 points, while Kennesaw State took
with former in-state rival UCF, who won
third place (99).
six from 2000-05.
Sophomore Charlene Charles was named
Junior Stacey Young earned “Most
“Most Valuable Performer” and “Most
Outstanding Performer” honors after
“THERE WERE SO MANY GREAT
Outstanding Field Performer.” Sophomore
winning three events. Senior Unique
PERFORMANCES AND STORIES, BUT
Joane Pierre won the 800-meter and
Singleton was the “Most Outstanding
THE SENIORS CARRIED THE DAY FOR
mile to receive “Most Outstanding Track
Track Performer” and senior Ronnisha
SURE,” SAID GRIGG. “I’M SO PROUD TO
Performer” honors, while head coach Ron
Hall rounded out the meet strong
WATCH THEM CONCLUDE THEIR A-SUN
Grigg was named “Coach of the Year” for
to receive “Most Outstanding Field
CAREER IN A FASHION THAT WILL
the sixth straight season.
Performer” accolades.
MAKE ALL JU SUPPORTERS PROUD.”
PIERRE
WALKER LEADS BASEBALL PLAYERS RECOGNIZED WITH HONORS THE 2011 BASEBALL TEAM
Walker also earned first team All-American
Collegiate Baseball. Walker and Gulbransen
continues to be the model of consistency
honors from Perfect Game USA and second
also earned all-south region honors from
for Dolphin athletics. The Dolphins posted a
team accolades from the American Baseball
the ABCA.
37-24 mark en route to earning an at-large
Coaches Association (ABCA), Baseball
berth to their fourth NCAA regional in the
America, Louisville Slugger and the NCBWA.
last six seasons. JU finished with 21 wins at
Following the season, Howick was selected in the 21st round of the MLB draft by
home and a 19-11 record in A-Sun play to pick
Counting Walker, the Dolphins earned a
the Houston Astros, while senior pitcher
up the No. 2 seed for the A-Sun Tournament.
program-best eight A-Sun all-conference
Matthew Tomshaw was taken in the 42nd
Along the way, the Dolphins handed national
honors. Sophomore centerfield Dan
round by the Minnesota Twins. Senior
runner-up University of Florida its worst loss
Gulbransen joined Walker on the first
at home, 11-2, on May 17.
team, while junior starting pitcher Steve
contract with the Newark Bears of
Eagerton, junior shortstop Jimmy Howick
the Canadian American Association
Sophomore first baseman Adam Brett Walker
and freshman reliever Chris Anderson
led the A-Sun with a .409 batting average, 99
garnered second team accolades.
hits and 23 doubles as well as A-Sun “Player
Anderson also picked up all-freshman
of the Year” and first team all-conference
honors with second baseman Taylor
honors. He also was the District III “Player of
Ratliff and starting pitcher Tony Mollica.
catcher Alex Swenson signed a
of Professional Baseball.
the Year” by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America (NCBWA) and a semifinal-
Ratliff and Anderson received freshman
ist for the Dick Howser Trophy and Golden
All-America accolades from the NCBWA,
Spikes Award.
while Anderson got the same honor from WALKER
WAVE SPORTS
WOMEN’S LACROSSE RACES TO FIRST CONFERENCE TITLE IN THE SECOND SEASON IN program history, the JU women’s lacrosse team steamrolled their way through the National Lacrosse Conference (NLC) to win their first conference title. The high-flying Dolphins led the nation in scoring, averaging 16.2 goals per game, en route to a 14-5 record that included seven wins in NLC play and an impressive 8-2 record at home. Topping it off, Jacksonville had the biggest improvement in the LaxPower rankings— moving up 32 spots from the end of the 2010 campaign. “We’ve come a long way in a short amount of time,” said JU head coach Mindy McCord. “Our young squad made tremendous strides in becoming a championship program. We see this as the beginning of something very special here at JU.”
MEN’S LACROSSE FINISHES FOURTH IN CONFERENCE IN THEIR FIRST YEAR IN THE METRO
With that looming over the team, the Dolphins
Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), the JU
battled in every game—finishing the regular
men’s lacrosse team qualified for the league
season with a 5-10 record, including a 3-3
tournament. The Dolphins finished fourth in the MAAC regular season, earning one of the coveted spots for the tournament
mark in MAAC play. JU lost three games by three goals or less, including two one-goal decisions against MAAC teams.
in Buffalo before falling to eventual champion Siena in the semifinals.
“We faced some growing pains this season, but the future of this program is very bright,”
Jacksonville faced adversity
said former JU head coach Matt Kerwick.
throughout the season,
“The foundation is in place for success,
losing team captain Corey
especially with the support of President
Lovrich in late February as he was diagnosed with cancer. The team held several fundraisers
Romesburg and Athletic Director Alan Verlander.” In July, Kerwick left to coach at Georgetown University. Guy Van Arsdale was
to help his family offset his
named the new head coach on Aug. 3 after
medical expenses as he battles
leading Division III Colorado College to the
the disease.
NCAA Tournament in 2011.
DOLPHINS FOOTBALL LOOKS FOR EVEN MORE IN 2011 SEASON AFTER A RECORD-SETTING
“WE HAVE A TREMENDOUS
campaign that resulted in the second
GROUP OF YOUNG MEN THAT
Pioneer Football League title in the last
ARE HUNGRY FOR ANOTHER
three years, the Dolphins are looking for
CHAMPIONSHIP THIS SEASON,”
even greater results in 2011.
SAID JU HEAD COACH KERWIN
FALL 2011
2011 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
BELL. “THEY HAVE WORKED
9.10
Western Illinois
Jacksonville returns 14 starters from
HARD THIS SUMMER TO BE
9.17
CHARLESTON SOUTHERN 1 p.m.
last year’s squad who won 10 games
READY FOR TRAINING CAMP AND
and finished ranked in the top 25 nation-
THE RIGORS OF DEFENDING A
9.24
Campbell*
1 p.m.
ally, narrowly missing an invitation to
CONFERENCE TITLE.”
10.1
Marist*
Noon
10.8
DAYTON*
1 p.m.
10.15
MOREHEAD STATE*
1 p.m.
Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs.
Jacksonville opens the season at The Citadel on Sept. 3 and will face
2 p.m.
The Dolphins return many key contributors
all Division I opponents for the first
10.22
DAVIDSON* (Homecoming) 1 p.m.
to the nation’s top ranked offense last
time in program history, with other
11.5
Drake*
season. Quarterback Josh McGregor
non-conference tilts against Western
returns after three record setting seasons,
Illinois (Sept. 10) and Charleston
11.12
BUTLER*
(see below) with his favorite target, Josh
Southern (Sept. 17).
11.19
San Diego*
“We have a very difficult schedule
CAPS = Home, * = Conference game
2 p.m.
Philpart, coming back as well. A championship caliber defense will be
this year, especially playing all FCS
led up front by senior Rolando Fines,
schools,” Bell said. “The first three
with help in the secondary from Leonard
weeks are going to be very tough, but
Smith and Colby Walden. A new crop
we also believe this group can handle
of linebackers will take over this year,
the pressure of facing three scholar-
headlined by sophomore Mike Klein.
ship programs and be successful.”
MCGREGOR MAKES PRESEASON WATCH LIST SENIOR QUARTERBACK JOSH
“IT’S NOT ONLY A GREAT HONOR
McGregor was named to the 20-player
FOR ME, BUT FOR THE TEAM, COACH
watch list for the 2011 Walter Payton Award,
KERWIN BELL AND EVERYONE
the Football Championship Subdivision
ELSE WHO HAS FOLLOWED THE
equivalent to the Heisman Trophy.
PROGRAM THE PAST FEW YEARS,’’ MCGREGOR SAID.
McGregor, who holds virtually all JU passing records, led the Dolphins to
“He hasn’t been a one-year wonder; he’s
a 10-1 record last year and a Pioneer
done it for three years,’’ Bell said. “His
Football League championship as he
numbers get better every year. He’s a hard
threw for a school-record 3,049 yards
worker and the leader of our team and I
and 32 touchdowns, while throwing
think he’s got an opportunity to play at the
only seven interceptions. He is one of
next level. We expect a lot out of Josh and
11 quarterbacks on the watch list.
for him have a fantastic senior year.’’
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MCGREGOR
Noon 4 p.m.
WAVE ALUMNI NEWS BRENICK RETURNS TO CAMPUS AS DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS WHEN SHIRIN FIROUZABADIAN
where it all begins,” she explained. “We’d
Brenick ’79, first walked onto the JU campus
like to develop stronger mentoring programs
as a foreign student in 1976, she was
through our alumni network.”
overwhelmed by its beauty. Little did she know that she would have those same feelings
Originally from Iran, Brenick graduated with
and more 35 years later. With an updated
a Bachelor of Arts in international affairs and
campus and new role, Brenick’s journey
minors in marketing and French and has served
continues as the University’s new director of
as past president of the Friends of the Library
alumni relations.
and a member of the school's Alumni Board of Governors.
“AFTER ALL THESE YEARS, IT IS WONDERFUL TO BE WELCOMED BACK
The majority of her career has focused primarily
TO THE CAMPUS NOT AS A STUDENT OR
on sales and management. For the last decade,
A VOLUNTEER, BUT AS A PROFESSIONAL
she has been president of August Worthington
COMMITTED TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF
International, LLC, an importer and distributor
THE UNIVERSITY I CARE SO STRONGLY
of grilles, registers and air diffusers for the
ABOUT,” SAID BRENICK. “THESE ARE
Heating, Venting and Air conditioning industry,
VERY EXCITING TIMES AT JU, AND WE
and co-owner along with her husband, Bruce.
HAVE A GREAT TEAM ASSEMBLED TO RECONNECT OUR ALUMNI WITH THEIR
With Michael Howland’s arrival in February and
ALMA MATER.”
Brenick’s return in June, for the first time in 30 years, both the University’s vice president
Brenick plans to work closely with the Student
of University Advancement and the director of
Life office to create new programs. “That is
alumni relations are alumni themselves.
BRENICK
TOUHY NEW PRESIDENT OF ALUMNI BOARD OF GOVERNORS CONGRATULATIONS TO RETIRED
training and was designated a Naval Flight
United States Navy Captain Matthew W.
Officer in 1976.
Tuohy ’75 ’03, who has been elected the new president of the Alumni Board of Governors.
A graduate of the College of Naval Command
As president, Tuohy’s primary goals are to
and Staff and the Armed Forces Staff College,
increase alumni participation in JU events
he holds master’s degrees from JU, Salve
and establish a class representative program.
Regina University and The Naval War College. His awards include the Defense Superior Service
“ALL GOOD THINGS COME FROM GREAT
Medal, two Legions of Merit, two Meritorious
COMMUNICATION,” TUOHY SAID. “WE
Service Medals, Strike/Flight Air Medal, Six
JUST WANT TO RECONNECT.”
Navy Commendation Medals and various other personal and service-related awards.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Tuohy was a member of JU’s first NROTC class.
He was also honored for his achievements
Once he graduated and was commissioned
as the recipient of JU’s Distinguished
as an Ensign, he immediately entered flight
Alumnus Award in 2000. TUOHY
FALL 2011
BERRY INSPIRES OTHERS TO ACHEIVE WELLNESS THROUGH NEW BOOK “You will laugh, feel and be inspired to your best possible self,” said Berry. Bertice graduated magna cum laude from JU where she was awarded the President's Cup for leadership. She later earned a Ph.D. in sociology from Kent State University at the age of 26. Berry taught sociology and statistics at Kent, and later went on to become an award-winning entertainer, lecturer and comedienne. From 1991 through 1994 she won the coveted national Comedian of the Year Award, and was also named Campus Lecturer of the Year and Campus Entertainer of the Year. Berry was also the host and coexecutive producer of her own nationally syndicated talk show, "The Bertice Berry Show," and hosted "USA Live," a four-hour live interview and entertainment show on the USA Cable Network. She's been featured on numerous other television programs, including appearances on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "The Tonight Show with BERRY
Jay Leno" and ABC’s "20/20." Berry is also the best-selling
SOCIOLOGIST AND BEST-SELLING
Berry combines gratitude and
author, Bertice Berry ’82, introduced a new
forgiveness with other wellness
book in April called, “A Year To Wellness; And
"secrets" and enables the reader to customize a
Your Foot Is On My Head,” and the comedic
Other Weight Loss Secrets.” The book outlines
program that fits into his or her specific needs,
bestsellers “Sckraight From the Ghetto, You Might
and presents her journey from a struggle with
body type and level of activity.
Be Ghetto If” and the sequel “You STILL Ghetto.”
pounds and becoming well, which she defines
Using friends and family members as her
Despite all of her honors and achievements,
as the alignment of a person's spirit, or energy
test subjects, she was able to identify the
Berry is most proud of becoming the "instant
with his or her mind and body.
factors that keep people from achieving their
mother" to her sister's four young children. She
optimum health.
lives in Savannah, Ga. where she is active in
author of an inspirational memoir, “I'm On My Way, But
weight and other health issues to losing 150
the community. "When you walk with purpose,"
"AT 50, I FEEL AND LOOK BETTER THAN I DID AT 30, AND EVERY DAY, I FEEL MORE
The book includes How-To’s and reflection
AND MORE ALIVE," SAID BERRY. "EVERY
exercises, which enable the reader to identify
says Berry, "you collide with destiny!"
ASPECT OF MY BEING IS BETTER, JUST
his or her own challenges and then outlines a
For more information on Bertice Berry, visit
ASK MY KIDS."
year-long approach toward change.
www.berticeberry.com.
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WAVE ALUMNI NEWS NEAHER RELEASES ALBUM WITH HELP FROM FACULTY WHEN AJ NEAHER ’04, HEARD
During those recording sessions in Dolphinium,
the words “You’re going to Hollywood” on
he came up with the album’s name with help
American Idol back in 2009, the music teacher
from Harrison.
was overjoyed with the hope of releasing his first album as the country’s newest Idol. Even
“AJ comes from quite a varied background,
though Neaher didn’t make it to the top 24, he
both pop/dance and rock,” said Harrison. “We
is now making a name for himself.
decided early on that we would embrace his diversity and not focus on just one aspect like
After Idol, Neaher was approached by Dr.
many commercial artists. Our flexibility as an
Thomas Harrison, associate professor of music
independent record label helps give us the
business, who he met while he was a student
versatility that allows true organic marketabil-
at JU. Harrison asked him if he was interested
ity that is not dictated solely by commercial/
in recording an album using the studio that is
financial concerns. In turn, the students learn
home to Dolphinium Records, the University’s
how to market music outside their
student-run record label.
comfort zone (and usual genre) giving them a better preparation
“I always wanted to do something like that but
for work in the industry.”
didn’t think it was possible,” said Neaher. Harrison eventually made the After almost six months of recording, “Love
comment that all his songs were so
Songs for the Gamut” was officially released in
different they seemed to “run the
the spring of 2011.
gamut,” which is where the album’s title came from.
NEAHER Photo by David Gano
“At times, it was a hard process with long days of recording,” said Neaher, who would
Offering more help for his album cover art was
Neaher, who graduated from JU with a Bachelor
get off work at 2:30 p.m. from his job as choral
Dr. Elizabeth Winstead, professor emeritus
of Arts in music education, wrote all the songs
director at Robert E. Lee High School to record
of the social science department, who found
on the CD and says that they tell stories from
in the studio until 10 p.m. at least two to three
pictures of the 1870s study of motion that
his personal relationships. His music can be
times a week.
depicts every motion of running.
found on iTunes and amazon.com.
“ELLEN” SHOW GIVES CUPAIUOLO CAR FOR IMPROVING CHILDREN'S LIVES TEACHER ASHLEY CUPAIUOLO ’08,
As they chatted, Cupaiuolo explained how she
to have faith because today you’re getting a
was on the “Ellen” DeGeneres show on May 3.
had given her car to her sister, a single mother
brand new 2011 Chevy Cruze.”
In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day,
of two, who she said, “needed it more,” after
DeGeneres pulled Cupaiuolo on stage.
her's was totaled in an accident.
Since graduating, she was a full-time volunteer for AmeriCorps, starting the Campus Kitchen
Cupaiuolo had recently been hired through
After giving Cupaiuolo a golden apple for
Project at Caroline Arms apartments for JU with
Teach for America, an organization that places
answering a few simple questions correctly,
the help of Sodexo. “Coop,” as she was known
inspirational, motivated teachers in low-income
DeGeneres asked her how she’d get to work.
on campus, also taught Basic Education classes
areas to improve the lives and educational
Cupaiuolo said, “I always have faith things will
at an adult education school. She returned to
prospects of students.
work out.” DeGeneres answered, “You’re right
Jacksonville in July.
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WAVE ALUMNI EVENTS
L to R
ALUMNI BOARD OF GOVERNORS BBQ
1 Felicia Day '06 and Margaret Widman Dees '86
COMMENCEMENT CHAMPAGNE TOAST FOR GRADUATES
2 Stephen Bigelow '03, Karen Kelczewski Hike '76 and Connie Doss Hutton '73
JU VS. UF PRE-GAME RECEPTION
3 James Winn '63 and wife, JoAnn
DAD VAIL REGATTA 4 Michael Howland '76, Rachel Neufeld '87 and Jim Mitchell
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ORDER OF THE DOLPHIN DINNER 5 President Kerry Romesburg, Judy Romesburg, Hilah Autrey and Ron Autrey '01 6 David Cameron '66 and Patricia Parrish '67
CHICAGO ALUMNI RECEPTION 7 Aaron Frye '10, Ragen Riley '10, David Berry '10, David Mayer '77 and Patricia Dearing '70
RECENT DOLPHIN NETWORK (RDN) HAPPY HOUR 8 Ben Goldstein '10, Tracy Davis '11, Diana Donovan '11 and Lucas Meers '11
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ALUMNI TRIP TO THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS, ECUADOR 9 Bill Roberts ’79, Judy (Julia) Ellerbe Spillert ’75, Meg Ripley ’74, Melanie Davis Phillips ‘74, Margaret Nelson Murphy ’88 and Dr. Quinton White
ORLANDO ALUMNI RECEPTION 10 Todd Watt '67, Lisa Boger Sheppard '84 and Susan Lindsay '83
SCOTT AMOS LEADERSHIP COACHING LUNCHEON 11 Randy Amos '70, Jackie Amos and Jaguars General Manager Gene Smith
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ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2011 INDUCTION 12 Jesse Lewis '79, Ken Kuiper '78, Bob Travis '78 and Dan Westmoreland '78 13 Artis Gilmore '71, Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Frances Bartlett Kinne and Willie McDuffie '87 14 Elizabeth DePeri '88 and Artis Gilmore '71
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We'll be there and we hope to see you, too!
WAVE CLASS NOTES
1950s WILLIAM “BILL” ABDELNOUR ’57, ’67,
MARTY GROSS ’77, was
JAMES BRYAN ’87, received the 2010
published “Backyard Zoo,” humorous stories
named Associate Head
North Carolina Alliance for Athletics,
about growing up from teens to adulthood,
Men’s Basketball Coach
Health, Physical Education, Recreation
military and college life.
for Texas A&M – Corpus
and Dance High School Physical Education
Cristi. Gross has 34 years
Teacher of the Year award. He teaches
of experience in college
at Nantahala School, the second smallest
1970s
basketball, including two stints with the
K-12 school in the state, with 109 students.
JU Men’s Basketball program. ROBERT “BOB”
FRANK “ROCKY” MARTELLO ’87, is the
BROWN ’73, and
JESSE LEWIS '79, has been hired as
Head Baseball Coach at University High
JAN HUFFMAN
executive assistant to the president of
School in Orange City, Fla. Martello, a
BROWN ’72,
Public Agenda, a public opinion research
National Board Certified Teacher, also
attended Bob’s
and public engagement organization.
oversees safety, security and facilities at
daughter
Nonpartisan and nonprofit, Public Agenda
the newest high school in Volusia County.
Brooke’s wedding in Jacksonville. They live
was founded in 1975 by author Daniel
He lives in DeBary with his wife of 19
in Hampstead, N.C. Bob recently retired
Yankelovich and former Secretary of
years, Mary, and son, Frankie (15) and
after 32 years in banking and Jan plans to
State Cyrus Vance and is based in New
daughter, Gianna (12).
retire within the next two years.
York City. TODD CHASE ’88, was elected to the
1980s
Gainesville City Commission, and was sworn in on May 18. Chase has not held office since his stint as Student Body MICHAEL FARAH
President while he was at JU.
’82, president of Farah Financial Group since 1987, recently DR. JEFFREY KRASKIN ’76, recently
founded Faith Field
returned to the JU campus and spoke to
Baseball Ministries,
faculty at Wilma’s Little People’s School.
an international nonprofit mentorship
SHAUN KELLY ’77,
program. He is also
penned the preface
the founder of the
for “Win it For:
Anthony Hilton Award, which honors
What a Red Sox
10 Lee High School football players
Victory Means to
each season.
Generations of
1990s
Red Sox Fans,”
CHERI STEINBAUER PARKER ’86, became
a compilation of
a National Board Certified Teacher in
internet postings
Generalist/Early Childhood Education in
JASON CRUZ ’95, was recognized as one
from the “Sons of
November 2009. She was also named
of the 100 most influential people for the
Sam Horn” message board dedicating the
Fairforest Elementary School's Teacher
Hispanic community in Massachusetts in
Sox 2004 victory to unforgettable people
of the Year for 2011-12 in Spartanburg
El Planeta Newspaper’s PowerMeter list.
in their lives.
County, S.C.
Class Notes is compiled by your friends in the Alumni Relations Office. If you’ve got news to share, let us know! We want to stay connected with you so email your information and photos to alumni@ju.edu. Please do not send hard copy photos.
2000s
FALL 2011
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IN MEMORIAM
RICKI WHIPPLE ’00, was named as
best teachers in the Duval County Public
JUDGE WILLIAM LEE DURDEN, JR. ’43,
shareholder of the firm Zimmerman Kiser
School System. One of five finalists
passed away March 12. A distinguished
Sutcliffe in January. He is currently living in
chosen from 159 total entries, she
member of the Jacksonville Bar for 63 years,
Orlando, Fla.
is currently a kindergarten teacher at
Durden attended when the University was
Beauclerc Elementary.
still Jacksonville Junior College.
BRIAN CHILDS ’01, has been promoted to director of Fixtures and Supply Chain
JOSEPH
WILLIAM “BILL”
with the Kohler Company Kitchen & Bath
SANCHEZ
CLARENCE WARWICK,
Americas division.
’09, MBA ’10,
JR. ’59, passed away on
and KELLY
March 5 in Lumberton,
TODD A. DAYTON MBA ’01, has been
MCKINNEY ’10,
N.C. He was in JU's first
installed as the district governor for Rotary
plan to wed in
four-year graduating class.
International for District 6990 in Southeast
December 2011. The proposal involved
Florida, Florida Keys and Grand Bahama
Kelly's favorite artist, Peter Max (pictured
Island, Bahamas for the 2011-12 Rotary year.
center), at an Austin Art Gallery in October CHARLES "CHUCK" D.
2010. They are currently living in Texas. SUSAN POWELL ’02, was hired as
MUSFELDT JR., M.D. ’77
VIZERGY’s corporate director of marketing.
’89, a doctor and former director of international
LAURA WINN ’03, MAT ’07, earned
operations at Bible Study
her Master of Arts in art history, with a
Fellowship (BSF) in San
concentration in ancient art and archaeology,
Antonio, Texas, passed
from the University of Florida in May.
away on March 14 at the age of 56. He attended JU
PATRICK BURKE ’04, and CRYSTAL WYZA
as a pre-med major where he became a member
BURKE ’03, are proud to announce the birth
of Sigma-Phi-Epsilon fraternity and served as president of Green Key, a resident assistant in the
of their first child, Zoey, on May 24. She weighed 8 lbs. 2 oz. and was 19 ¾ inches.
On safari in South Africa, BRENDAN
dorms and as aide to Dr. Norman P. Crawford for
LAUBNER ’10, and DR. WALKER
the St. Johns Dinner Club.
NATHANIEL DEWITZ ’04, was awarded
BLANTON, professor of history, went
the Navy and Marine Corps Commendations
hunting July 4-15 near Kimberley at
Musfeldt graduated from medical school in 1982
Medal by the Secretary of the Navy. He is
Mike Birch’s Hunt the Sun. Laubner
and did his residency at St. Vincent’s Family
currently stationed in Texas as an instructor
killed a gemsbok, springbok and impala.
Practice in Jacksonville. While working full-time
pilot. He and his wife, Ashley, have one
Blanton scored on a kudu, impala,
as a doctor, he earned his Master of Business
daughter, and twins on the way.
springbok and bontebok.
Administration at JU.
ANDREW CHOPRA ’07, earned his Master of Music in music theory, with a concentration in scoring for film and multimedia, from New York University in May. KATY BURNS ’07, was nominated for the 2011 Eddy Award, which recognizes the
WEDDING
Musfeldt became the leader of the Oakbrook Evening Men’s BSF class in Oakbrook, Ill. and later became the director of international operations of
KATIE MCCABE ’90, married Sean Paxson
BSF. He and his wife, Linda, traveled to more than
March 28 on the beach in Naples, Fla.
130 BSF classes in cities around the world.
The couple resides in Vail, Colo. See page 12 to learn how you can honor Musfeldt's memory by donating to the Adopt-aClassroom Campaign.
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CONTRIBUTORS OF MORE THAN $5,000 IN FISCAL YEAR 2010/11 We at Jacksonville University are grateful to the individuals as well as foundations and corporations listed here. Their generosity makes it possible for students to receive an exceptional, private education. Thank you for believing in JU and our students. In each issue, we will highlight a different category of our donors.
Individual Contributors Mr. and Mrs. Mark G. Alexander
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Keigwin
Ms. Cynthia M. Sanborn
Mr. and Mrs. William C. Alexander
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce R. Kern
Mr. Clifford G. Schultz II
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Autrey
Dr. Sherry A. King
Mr. Frederick H. Schultz, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Berman
Dr. Frances Bartlett Kinne
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Schultz
Mrs. Margaret Black-Scott and Col.
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Kurzius
Mrs. Nancy R. Schultz
Dr. and Mrs. Gasper Lazzara
Mrs. E. Carson Sessions
Mr. and Mrs. E. Zimmerman Boulos
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond K. Mason, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Shad
Mr. and Mrs. Jerard J. Bussell
Ms. Catherine Schultz McFarland
Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Shircliff
Mr. and Mrs. Walter P. Bussells
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. McGehee, Jr.
Ms. Ardena Singh
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cascone, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. McKenny
Mr. Vijay L. Singh
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy P. Cost
Mr. and Mrs. George L. Meffert, Jr.
Ms. Dorothy Smith
Rear Adm. and Mrs. Kevin F. Delaney,
Mr. and Mrs. F. Andrew Moran
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond G. Solomon
Mrs. Sherry L. Murray
Mrs. Linda Berry Stein and
David R. Scott
USN (Ret.) Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Donahue
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory A. Nelson
Mr. David A. Stein
Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Dulik
Mrs. Nancy Noe Nichols
Mr. and Mrs. Larry O. Strom
Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Felker, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Lee A. Nimnicht
Mr. Dave Swenson
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin P. Flynn
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pace
Mrs. Mary-Virginia Terry
Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Frisch
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy D. Payne
Mr. Kenneth L. Underwood
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne A. Galloway
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Petrakis
Mr. and Mrs. Chris A. Verlander
Dr. and Mrs. J. Phillip Garcia
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred C. Poindexter
Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Walker
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Gay
Mr. and Mrs. Gil Pomar
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Walton III
Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Gentry
Mr. and Mrs. Fitzhugh K. Powell, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Wasdin
Mr. and Mrs. Jonas H. Gredenhag
Mrs. Kathryn J. Prahl
Mr. and Mrs. G. Keith Watson
Mr. Kevin W. and Dr. Susanne Haga
Mr. and Mrs. Warren E. Price
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Watson III
Mr. Edmund Healy
Mr. and Mrs. Fred G. Pruitt
Mr. and Mrs. J. Wayne Weaver
Mr. E. Andrus Healy
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Rhodes
Mr. Charles J. Williams III
Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Howland
Dr. and Mrs. Kerry D. Romesburg
Mr. Patrick M. Williams, Sr.
Mr. R. Junco de la Vega, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn S. Ross
Ms. Carolyn Munro Wilson
Mr. Matthew R. Kane
Mr. and Mrs. Barry P. Sales
Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Wodehouse, Jr.
If your name was inadvertently omitted, please notify Lauren at 904.256.7095.
Foundations Harold W. Ashley Foundation
Jessie Ball duPont Fund
Raymond Prahl Charitable Trust
Estate of Colonel Harold W. Ashley
Jess & Brewster J. Durkee Foundation
The Schultz Foundation
Bank of America Foundation
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
The Vijay Singh Charitable Foundation
The Bruning Foundation
Gannett Foundation
David A. Stein Family Foundation, Inc.
Cascone Family Foundation
The W. W. & Eloise D. Gay Foundation
Carl S. Swisher Foundation
George M. Cohen Foundation, Inc.
The W. C. Gentry Family Foundation
C. H. & M. V. Terry Foundation
The Community Foundation
Healy Foundation
University Medical Center Foundation
The McGehee Foundation
Edna Sproull Williams Foundation
Gator Bowl Association
Office Environments & Services
W. W. Gay Mechanical
Perry-McCall Construction, Inc.
in Jacksonville
Corporations BAE Systems Southeast Shipyards Jacksonville, LLC Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Contractors, Inc.
THE PLAYERS Champtionship
Beaver Street Fisheries, Inc.
Jonco Management, Inc.
Proctor & Gamble Company
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
Lighthouse Risk Management, Inc.
Glenn Ross & Associates
Bug-Out Service
McCormick & Company, Inc.
Stereofame.com
EverBank
Merrill Lynch
Swisher International Group, Inc.
Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc.
Miller Electric Company
Theatermania.COM, INC.
Garcia Aesthetics and Wellness
Moran Family Holdings, LLC.
Web.com
Institute, Inc.
Nonprofit Org.
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SATURDAY, OCT. 22 CELEBRATION OF JU LEADERSHIP (GREEN KEY BREAKFAST) TAILGATE FOR FOOTBALL VS. DAVIDSON • LUAU • SOCCER STADIUM DEDICATION CREW RACE
SUNDAY, OCT. 23 ALUMNI BRUNCH
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