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A WASHBURN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN PUBLICATION
ISSUE 2 SPRING 2016
Progress
REPORT As of March 15, 2016
$82.2
MILLION Raised toward campaign total
$26.3
MILLION Raised to support students
$43.1
MILLION
Raised to support faculty and programs
$5.3
MILLION Raised for the Law School building
26
PERCENT Alumni participation in campaign
150 Forward: The Campaign for Washburn University Alumni and Friends, What a phenomenal time this is for Washburn University. As we enter the final year of 150 Forward: The Campaign for Washburn University, we are humbled – and thrilled – with the amazing support you have shown for the University. Your gifts, no matter the size, demonstrate your belief in this institution, your pride as alumni and a shared vision for the future. We are truly excited about Washburn’s future. This campaign and your generosity mean thousands of future Ichabods will benefit from an education second to none. They will have faculty members who are committed teachers and mentors just like the ones you remember from your days on campus. They will have even more opportunities outside the classroom – meaningful internships, study abroad programs, academic competitions, research projects – all of the experiences that enrich their education and broaden their horizons. They will study in an environment that fosters academic excellence and builds lifelong relationships. They will leave Washburn prepared to enter the workforce and the next phase of their lives. Throughout this campaign, we have learned so much from you. Many of you have stepped forward in ways we did not imagine, and for that, we are truly grateful. We saw such a deep commitment to Washburn’s past, present and future at Grand Homecoming when thousands of people flocked to campus to share old memories and create new ones. We see many of you coming back to campus to share your experiences with our students.
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Julie Olson Director of Donor Relations 785.670.4483
We know now, even more than before, Washburn holds a special place in your hearts, in your lives, and you demonstrate that through your generosity of time, talents and financial support. Because of you, we are close to reaching our campaign goals, and that translates into an outstanding education for each and every student who chooses Washburn or Washburn Tech. We hope you enjoy reading about some of the remarkable people – fellow alumni and friends like you – who are moving this campaign along. We look forward to telling even more stories during the upcoming months. We want to thank you again for your commitment to Washburn. Together, with your support, we will preserve Washburn’s heritage and shape its future. For those of you who have not yet made a financial commitment to the campaign, please consider joining the growing group of alumni and friends who have made their gifts. What better legacy than ensuring future generations of Ichabods will graduate, go into the world and make their mark because you, our alumni and friends, believe in them and their futures?
Jerry B. Farley President Washburn University
JuliAnn Mazachek President Washburn University Foundation
150 Forward Focus* is a publication of the Washburn University Foundation, which is committed to building a community of support to continuously strengthen Washburn University and enhance the educational opportunities and experiences of our students. We build lifelong partnerships with alumni and friends, and secure, invest and steward private financial support. *Formerly Foundation Focus
Our Story. Our Time. THE CAMPAIGN SO FAR
This truly is Washburn’s time to shine. Our time to rise to the challenge of setting the stage for our future. Our time to brag about our storied past and our accomplishments. Our time to share the stories of alumni and friends who are moving us closer to our campaign goals. As we enter the final stretch of 150 Forward: The Campaign for Washburn University, we should celebrate our successes. They are significant in terms of dollars raised, participation rates of alumni and friends and new donors who are joining Washburn’s family of supporters in record numbers. First and foremost, as of March 15, 2016, we have raised: • $82.2 million toward our goal of $100 million, • $5.3 million toward our goal of $20 million for a new law school facility, and • $22.2 million toward our goal of $25 million in revocable planned gifts. The support of our alumni and friends to date is remarkable. You have joined together as never before to help us ensure the financial means necessary to provide even more scholarships for our students, more support for faculty enrichment and innovative, new programs and enhanced learning spaces on campus. The number of alumni and friends who have stepped forward with their financial support is amazing. As of March 15, 2016, we have: • A 26 percent participation rate of alumni in the campaign (one in four of our alumni), • 16,115 unique donors to the campaign (alumni and friends), and • 5,818 first-time donors. 150 FORWARD
We have reached other milestones along the way. In October 2016, we unveiled the renovation of Morgan Hall and the new Welcome Center. We are working with the architects now to finalize plans for the new Rita Blitt Archive Gallery on the north side of White Concert Hall. This is the first phase of a new performing arts venue. Fundraising has begun in earnest for the new indoor practice facility that will benefit 75 percent of our student-athletes. We are completing the fundraising phase for phase one of the renovation of the tennis complex and hope to wrap up fundraising for the indoor golf facility very soon. Lincoln Hall, the new residence hall and dining facility on the east side of campus, is on track to open in fall of 2016. This fiscal year to date, we have had 3,312 of individuals who have attended our events locally, regionally and nationally. Membership in the Alumni Association has grown by 4 percent. More than 1,300 people have placed a personalized brick in the new Ichabod Plaza. All of this support – your support – speaks volumes to your commitment to Washburn University, our students and faculty and our beloved campus. In these final months of the campaign, we are confident – because of your show of support – we will reach our bold goals to move Washburn forward, setting the stage for the next chapter of Washburn’s story.
The Ideal Place
A NEW HOME FOR WASHBURN LAW Our history has earned it. Our future is calling for it. We are determined to create a powerful new space for Washburn University School of Law. A prominent, prestigious home that defines campus. The ideal place, here in the capital city. This project, though, reaches far beyond the building itself. It’s about the people who go into it, and the accomplishments that will come out of it. Building on our storied past, this facility will fortify our teaching, stimulate our students, energize recruiting and engage alumni. It will optimize everything we do. These are the goals we’ve been doggedly pursuing since 1903: practical skills, recruitment, community, innovation, reputation. If we want to keep raising the bar, a new space is absolutely essential. Washburn University President Jerry Farley and the Board of Regents have pledged to have the University match our $20 million campaign goal. Together, our gifts can build a new home for all of us. A place worthy of the Washburn Law name – and yours.
Today’s legal education is all about hands-on training and small, skills-based seminars. Ninety percent of our 2015 graduates participated in experiential learning of some kind. Our new building is designed entirely around this practical focus.
Building By the Numbers
Having the right kinds of spaces ensures that when our students graduate, they are well-versed attorneys who contribute right out of the gate.
1969 building that’s
$40 million facility
10 classrooms
15 or more classrooms
Classroom for 25-90 students;
Classroom for ~25-150 students;
In a recruitment climate that has never been more competitive, the facility matters. A lot. This will be a home that accurately mirrors the spirit of the law school – and that prospective students and faculty won’t want to leave. This is our charge: Build a home that’s worthy of Washburn Law. A place for its 7,000-plus amazing alumni and all of those to follow. Aside from our people, our building is the number one message we put out in the world. Ideal Place: The Building Campaign for Washburn University School of Law is a loud-and-clear commitment from Washburn Law and its legions: “We’ve earned it. We’re worth it. There are brilliant things to come.”
THE EXISTING
falling behind our competitors
rooms inflexible for contemporary teaching
2 group study rooms
with modern functionality needed to compete
rooms adaptable for smaller, interactive courses
10 or more group study rooms
1 courtroom –
2 courtrooms –
No space for
Ample space for
appellate only
the 6 Centers for Excellence
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THE NEW
appellate and trial
the 6 Centers for Excellence
The Artist
CAMPAIGN LEADERS
Rita and Irwin Blitt • Rita, world-renowned artist, painter, sculptor and filmmaker • Irwin, retired commercial property developer • Live in Leawood, Kansas and Emeryville, California • Gift — Art collection to the Mulvane Art Museum • Gift — Create the Rita Blitt Archive and Sculpture Garden
See Rita Blitt’s art at www.ritablitt.com.
Rita Blitt was first introduced to Washburn in late May 2015. The Kansas City native was on campus to talk about her life’s dream – a permanent home for her art.
“I love that my art will be housed by Mulvane in a building connected to the concert hall,” Blitt said. “Music and dance, along with nature and love, are my greatest inspirations.”
Rita is a world-renowned, award-winning painter, sculptor and filmmaker. Her husband, Irwin, is a retired Kansas City-based commercial property developer. Together, they have made the most significant gift to the Mulvane Art Museum in its 90-plus years of existence.
Blitt’s paintings, drawings and sculptures have been featured in more than 70 solo exhibitions from Kansas City to Singapore.
“Irwin and I selected Washburn as the home for my life’s work because of its commitment to the arts and its vision for the future. The Mulvane is the perfect venue to exhibit my art, a wonderful place where my pieces can live together as a body of work,” said Rita. “We are thrilled to give this gift to Washburn and to the region. This is my dream come true – more than I ever hoped for.” Nearly 1,000 pieces of Rita’s work will become part of Mulvane’s permanent collection. In addition, “Confluence of Love and Learning,” a 12-foot bronze sculpture, was recently installed in front of Morgan Hall. The Blitts also made a generous gift for a new art gallery addition to White Concert Hall that marks the first phase of a new performing arts venue. When completed, the venue will include the Rita Blitt Archive and Sculpture Garden, a rehearsal room and a recital hall that seats 225-250 people.
Her work can be seen at the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art, the John F. Kennedy Museum, the National Museum of Singapore and many other museums. Her monumental sculptures have been installed in front of UMKC Performing Arts Center, the Plaza Library, the Hillcrest Bank and other greater Kansas City locations, as well as Australia, Israel, Japan, Singapore and elsewhere in the United States. Blitt’s most celebrated film, “Caught in Paint,” is an awardwinning collaboration with David Parsons and the Parsons Dance Company. In New York City, the dance company recently performed “Finding Center,” a new Parsons dance inspired by Blitt’s pastel drawings and paintings, which were projected as a backdrop for the dancers. In 1977, Blitt wrote, “When I draw, I feel like I’m dancing.”
“We are thrilled to give this gift to Washburn and to the region. This is my dream come true – more than I ever hoped for.” – Rita Blitt 150 FORWARD
The Cheerleaders CAMPAIGN LEADERS
Bill Gahnstrom has been lecturing in the mathematics department 22 years, but has not lost his good attitude toward the importance of education. In fact, he wears a tuxedo to the first test – or celebration – of each semester. “I never give a test, I only give a celebration,” he said, crediting his mentor and now retired longtime Washburn math professor, Billy Milner. “We’re celebrating what the students learned.” This celebration continues throughout his relationship with students, as he and his wife, Emilie, are actively involved in campus activities – attending concerts, going to athletic events and volunteering at KTWU. Emilie has also been extensively involved in the Topeka community, as a Shawnee County Master Gardener, and she volunteers with the Topeka Civic Theatre. “It’s really our job to be the students’ cheerleaders,” Emilie said. “These kids deserve an audience, and we have met so many students who have taken their talents and become professionals. This really has become a family for us.” To honor their decades of service to the University, they choose to invest financially in Washburn because they said they feel blessed to have become a part of the community. While they donate on an annual basis, the couple also
recently committed a planned gift that will support math, music, women’s athletics and KTWU. In the last 18 months, they also provided funds to purchase equipment and materials to support the Washburn University jazz program, an alto flute to support the music department’s outreach efforts, and they helped support the wind ensemble’s trip to the 2016 Southwestern Regional College Band Directors National Association Convention in Boulder, Colorado. Their time and volunteer commitment have also been extensive in supporting the University, as the couple has helped with pledge drives at KTWU for more than a decade. In April 2016, the Gahnstroms were named Honorary Ichabods by the Washburn Alumni Association, a new award given to those who are not graduates of Washburn University, but who are recognized for their steadfast support of Washburn by way of their time, talent or treasure. “We support Washburn annually because we strongly believe in what Washburn does for students and the community,” Bill said. “Our planned gift is one way we can acknowledge and support the continuing superior education provided to students and invaluable contributions to the community by the outstanding Washburn team of faculty and staff long after we have passed.”
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Photo by Peggy Clark
Bill and Emilie Gahnstrom • Bill, math department for 22 years • Emilie, full-time volunteer for Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners, Topeka Civic Theatre • Named Honorary Ichabods in April 2016 • Live in Topeka, Kansas • Planned gift — Math, music, women’s athletics and KTWU
The Believers
CAMPAIGN LEADERS Even though LaVern and Mabel Henderson never attended Washburn – nor did their children or grandchildren – Washburn University received a generous gift from the estate of Mabel Asenath Clem Henderson to endow the LaVern B. and Mabel A. Henderson Scholarship Fund. Mabel Henderson, a native of Corning, Kansas, named Washburn as a beneficiary because of her love of education. “Aunt Mabel and Uncle LaVern valued education and saw it as a way to achieve their dreams,” said nephew Steve Wesley, Crossville, Tennessee. “This gift to Washburn is their way of helping future students get a college education.”
Mabel and LaVern Henderson • Mabel, a native of Corning, Kansas • LaVern, a native of Watonga, Oklahoma • Estate gift — Endowed the LaVern B. and Mabel A. Henderson Scholarship Fund
“We are honored Mrs. Henderson chose Washburn as the recipient of this generous estate gift,” said JuliAnn Mazachek, president, Washburn University Foundation. “Although the Hendersons didn’t attend Washburn, they viewed the University as a community asset, and we are grateful for their support. Following her wishes and those of her late husband, LaVern, this money will be used to provide scholarships for generations of students to come. This is a meaningful, lasting legacy to their lives.” Both LaVern and Mabel Henderson grew up in small, rural communities – LaVern in Watonga, Oklahoma, and Mabel in Corning. They met in 1948 at a YMCA dance in Philadelphia and were married two years later in Baltimore.
Mabel graduated from the former Strickler’s Business College, Topeka, and had a successful 35-year career in government service, moving from the Work Project Administration in Topeka, to the Treasury Department in Washington, D.C., to the Internal Revenue Service in New York City and then on to Philadelphia. LaVern graduated from Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania. During his career with the Burroughs Corp., he assembled the computer model that was used to put John Glenn in space. He also worked for General Electric Aerospace, Support Engineering Group, Diamond Shamrock and a consulting firm in Chardon, Ohio. In 1991, the couple moved back to Topeka to be close to their family. “I really cherish the memories I have of Uncle LaVern and Aunt Mabel,” Wesley said. “My favorite memory is Sunday dinners at my grandparents’ house in Corning. The whole family would gather together, share a great meal and enjoy the time together. “Aunt Mabel and Uncle LaVern were very quiet, giving people,” Wesley added. “Their gift is a reflection of their belief in education. They knew firsthand that a solid education and a strong work ethic could lead to a meaningful, successful life.”
“Aunt Mabel and Uncle LaVern valued education and saw it as a way to achieve their dreams. This gift to Washburn is their way of helping future students get a college education.” – Steve Wesley
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The Builders
CAMPAIGN LEADERS The businesses Jerry and Janet McElroy helped build have been making Topeka beautiful for many years. Their gift to Washburn’s new Welcome Center and renovated Morgan Hall helped fund an enhancement to campus that will provide visitors a warm welcome and ease of accommodations for many generations. Jerry and Janet met in western Kansas the summer before Janet came to Washburn. She earned an education degree in 1967. Jerry also attended Washburn before he left to work at McElroy’s, Inc., a family business started by his father, Homer. Under Jerry’s 32 years of leadership, and now in partnership with Dan Beal, president, McElroy’s has become one of the most successful mechanical and construction service providers in the region. Jerry now serves as chairman of the board.
The Welcome Center, complete with a hearth room and outdoor plazas featuring artwork, has been a popular study space for students since it opened in fall 2015. The building offers easy access to admissions, financial aid, academic advisors, student life and student health. The second floor includes a new presidential office suite that houses the McElroy Board Room, named in recognition of Janet and Jerry’s gift.
“Janet and I decided to make this gift because Washburn is so important to us personally and to Topeka and northeast Kansas,” Jerry said. “Washburn has been a big part of our lives since Janet and I were students in the late 1960s. By financially supporting this project, we are not only giving back to Washburn, we are giving back to the community by helping create an amazing space on campus for future students.”
The two have an extensive history of supporting Washburn and are active in many other community endeavors. They enjoy traveling together and spending time with family. Adding to their career resume, they also established Patio Pool and Fireside, Inc., Samco Mechanical and McElroy Electric, and they are partners in Upland Pork. Janet had a noteworthy career teaching in Topeka.
“Jerry and I have such great memories of being on campus,” Janet said. “By making this gift, we know we will help perpetuate that same warm, inviting environment we experienced. We believe the Welcome Center will provide a special educational experience leading to success for students and help instill the same emotions and pride of being an Ichabod.”
“We believe the Welcome Center will provide a special educational experience leading to success for students and help instill the same emotions and pride of being an Ichabod.” – Janet McElroy
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Janet and Jerry McElroy • Janet, b ed ’67 • Jerry, chairman of the board, McElroy’s, Inc. • Gift — Welcome Center and renovation of Morgan Hall
The Go-Getters CAMPAIGN LEADERS
Native Topekans Mike and Belinda McPherson are a couple on the go. Successful professionals, devoted parents and grandparents, community enthusiasts, avid supporters of Washburn University. Even in retirement, they juggle their many interests. “We love to travel with our sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren,” Belinda said. “We also love to walk, ride bikes, play golf and spend time with friends.” Mike and his brother, Bruce, are longtime Topeka businessmen who co-founded McPherson Contractors, Inc. in 1972. Together with business partner Bruce Christenson, they formed numerous entities that grew rapidly throughout the country.
Belinda and Mike McPherson • Mike, co-founded McPherson Contractors, Inc., with his brother in 1972 • Belinda, marketer, teacher, coach, civic and community volunteer • Native Topekans • Gift — Welcome Center and renovation of Morgan Hall
Likewise, Belinda has had a rewarding career of marketing, teaching, coaching and working with young people. In fact, she was the first Topeka West High School graduate to return to her alma mater to teach. Throughout the 1970s, she taught at Washburn and coached women’s sports, balancing her role as a mother and community volunteer. The key to their success? Mike credits his father. “He taught us around the kitchen table that we live in a land of opportunity,” Mike said. “He believed that through hard work, determination and a little common sense, you can achieve a lot. Belinda and I believe that as well.”
That philosophy is what inspires the McPhersons to be such staunch supporters of Washburn University. “Dr. Farley has a vision. He is determined to help Washburn grow,” Mike said. “We appreciate that he is committed to Washburn’s success, its innovation and its role as a community partner. We want to support Washburn’s progress and help shape its future.” So, throughout the years, the McPhersons have invested in the University, including the renovation of Lee Arena in 2000 and the establishment of the Belinda McPherson Scholarship Fund in 2007. “Mike and I certainly value education,” Belinda said. “Our scholarship is one way we can help students attend Washburn and get an excellent education. Without scholarship dollars, many students might not otherwise be able to go to college.” The McPhersons’ most recent gift to the Welcome Center and renovation of Morgan Hall – their most significant gift to date – reflects their confidence in the direction Washburn is going. “As native Topekans, we recognize what an incredible asset Washburn is to the community and region,” Belinda said. “We are pleased to be part of a project that will have such a tremendous impact on the University and will serve students, staff, families and the community for many years.”
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The Athlete
CAMPAIGN LEADERS A lifelong love of sports led to the largest endowed athletic scholarship fund in Washburn’s 150-year history. An extremely generous gift from the estate of Dorothy Reichart was designated to the previously established Jerry W. Reichart Athletic Scholarship Fund, created in honor of Jerry Reichart by his late wife, Dorothy. “Washburn Athletics was so much a part of Jerry and Dorothy’s life,” said Nancy Erwin, sister of Dorothy. “Dorothy wanted to honor Jerry through this scholarship fund so that future student-athletes could have the same opportunities Jerry had when he was at Washburn. “This gift was a beautiful surprise to Dean and me,” said Erwin. “We are so impressed with Dorothy’s generosity and determination to honor Jerry’s memory by providing scholarships for other students. I am so proud of her, and I know this would have been so meaningful to Jerry.” Jerry and Dorothy met while attending Washburn. Jerry was an all-conference lineman and received all-Central Intercollegiate Conference honors in 1949, after helping lead the team to a conference championship under Hall of Fame coach Dick Godlove. He set school and conference
records in the shot put and was inducted in the Washburn Athletics Hall of Fame in 1987. “I remember Jerry as a mountain of a man,” said Mark Nordstrom, past president, Ichabod Athletic Fund Board of Directors. “He was such a great athlete. He was so competitive and a true mentor. As a former Ichabod athlete, I am so touched that Dorothy made this gift to Washburn Athletics in Jerry’s name. It is amazing.” After he graduated, Jerry served in the Army and returned to Kansas where he resumed his athletic career, coaching at area high schools. In addition, he officiated in the Big Eight Conference and at NAIA national championship meets. “I think Dorothy loved sports as much as Jerry did,” Erwin said. “She enjoyed sharing his life as a coach, often sitting on the sidelines and keeping stats on a yellow legal pad.” While at Washburn, Dorothy was a member of Alpha Phi sorority. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Woman’s Department Club, PEO Chapter CS and numerous bridge groups.
Jerry and Dorothy Reichart • The late Jerry Reichart, ba ’50 • The late Dorothy Reichart, attendee • Estate gift — Jerry W. Reichart Athletic Scholarship Fund
“Washburn Athletics was so much a part of Jerry and Dorothy’s life. Dorothy wanted to honor Jerry through this scholarship fund so that future student-athletes could have the same opportunities Jerry had when he was at Washburn.” – Nancy Erwin 150 FORWARD
The Entrepreneur Ask Mark Beffort, bba ’85, about organic growth in a city’s central business district, and he’ll tell you the story of the resurgence of Oklahoma City’s downtown. Beffort himself was a believer from the outset. But he did more than just believe, he acted.
“I firmly believe organic growth is key to developing a strong central business district,” Beffort said. “It takes collaboration, hard work and a leap of faith. But once you get the right people at the table, things start to happen, and you can see the results and feel the energy.”
Now the chief executive officer of Newman Grubb Levy Strange Beffort, he began his commercial real estate career after graduating from Washburn. A few years later, he took a bold step – an entrepreneurial one at that – and began adding office buildings to his portfolio – investments that would help drive the revitalization of the Oklahoma City central business district and subsequent growth of downtown employment. Today, Beffort owns 25 properties, many of which are in the downtown area.
Perhaps Beffort’s passion for his chosen career is what inspired him to make a significant gift to the Entrepreneurship and Innovation program through the School of Business. “The gift was an easy decision for me,” Beffort said. “I love providing an opportunity for kids to be inspired, to be creative in their thoughts. I want to help them understand how to navigate the rocky waters to make their idea a reality.” Beffort’s gift will do just that.
The Philanthropists John (Jack) Dicus and his late wife, Betty, have long been noted for their philanthropy and community involvement, and their support for Washburn University is no exception. Jack, chairman emeritus of Capitol Federal Savings, has had a distinguished career in the Topeka community, and Betty made her mark through her dedication and service to several organizations such as the Topeka Community Foundation, Junior League of Topeka, the American Cancer Society and the Topeka Symphony, to name a few. He and Betty have supported Washburn in numerous ways through the years and Jack recently made a gift to support the Welcome Center. The classroom next to the President’s Suite on the second floor was named in their honor. 150 FORWARD
While they are not Washburn alumni, the family’s involvement in the University is a rich tradition. Betty’s father, Henry Bubb, received an honorary doctorate of business administration from Washburn in 1962 and served on the Kansas Board of Regents for 16 years. The Bubb Light Circle, located on Washburn’s campus, was dedicated in his honor in 1960. “Betty and I have always believed education is essential to a strong community,” said Jack, who received an honorary doctorate of humane letters from Washburn in 2000. “Under Dr. Farley’s leadership, Washburn has grown and strengthened its excellent academic reputation. It is an integral part of our community, and we are proud to support Washburn.”
The Benefactor The newly established Alfred G. Ferguson Scholarship fund will help shape the future of Washburn students for decades to come. Ferguson, who passed away at age 100 on March 17, 2015, never set foot on the Washburn campus, nor did his family. It was his love of education, his philanthropic nature that led him to include Washburn University in his estate. “Washburn is honored to be the recipient of this scholarship,” said JuliAnn Mazachek, president, Washburn University Foundation. “Clearly, Mr. Ferguson valued education and wanted to provide financial support to Washburn students, creating an opportunity for them to receive an outstanding education and be poised to fulfill their dreams. It is our privilege to honor his wishes.”
Ferguson, the son of James Henderson and Anna Mary (Senn) Ferguson, was born on the family farm southwest of Toronto, Kansas. In 1919, his family moved closer to the town so Ferguson and his three brothers and sister could attend Toronto High School. Following high school graduation, Ferguson worked in California and was an airplane mechanic in Hawaii during World War II. He later worked in the oil fields in the western United States and at a manufacturing plant in Wichita, Kansas. In 1961, he returned to the family farm where he lived for many years. Ferguson was an active member of the Greenwood County Historical Society and enjoyed writing for the Eureka Herald.
The Farmer The fields of Kansas are a fitting place for Eldon Gideon to raise crops. The harvest he produced in 2014 turned into a fitting way to honor his family and benefit Washburn. He donated 47,668 bushels of yellow corn, the first gift of stored grain to Washburn. His unique gift is one example of how it can be easier to give from the cupboard instead of the purse. “Rather than paying the taxes, I thought, it’s just as much a benefit to give it to Washburn,” Gideon said.
Gideon got an animal science degree from Kansas State University, and his sister earned three degrees from Washburn. She worked in accounting and her husband, Phillip Joy, ba ’50, taught high school math. Gideon always admired Beulah’s hard work. He created the Beulah Gideon Joy Foundation for Business Scholarship shortly after her death. He used part of his grain gift to fund the Phillip B. Joy Foundation for Teaching Scholarship at an equal amount. Remaining funds created a scholarship at Washburn Institute of Technology.
He and his sister, Beulah Joy, ba ’49, grew up with a love for farming but their parents made sure education came first.“Dad was adamant that we get an education,” he said. “I have to thank him after seeing what it did.”
His gift is one of many ways to honor a loved one through a transfer of property. Perhaps it’s appropriate that the gift came directly from the land where he and his sister’s appreciation for education was cultivated.
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The Music Lover A love of music prompted Alice Heald to create the Ed and Alice Heald Music Scholarship Fund in her estate.
Washburn University, she wasn’t able to finish because of health reasons.
Born in April 1927, she was the daughter of Edward G. and Lela Manley Bean. She attended Topeka schools and graduated from University High School in Lawrence, Kansas. She had a rewarding career with the State Department of Revenue from 1947 until 1979. She was a longtime member of Highland Park United Methodist Church, Topeka Chapter #462 Order of the Eastern Star, Trinity White Shrine of Jerusalem, Ancient Toltec Rite, Wah-No-Zuoh 70 Club, Media Grotto, Medianns and the Nobelles of Arab Shrine.
She married Edmund M. Heald on Aug. 28, 1949, in Wichita, Kansas, and he passed in 1989. While they never had children, they found their passion in raising miniature poodles.
Her brother, Marvin Bean, bba ’62, said Alice was the oldest of five children, and while she started school at
Upon her death in February 2013, she created the scholarship to provide financial assistance to students in the music program at Washburn. “It doesn’t surprise me that she created the scholarship. The whole family had a love for music,” Bean said, remarking that she was also a talented artist. “We had a piano at home that everyone loved to play.”
The Accountant When Lonnie Hossfeld, bba ’80, walks out of his office in south central Kansas he can walk the manufacturing floor and see the making of aircraft components. As the vice president of finance, he doesn’t want to be restricted to a corporate office environment. He wants to be right next to what the company does so he can help make it better. “We don’t sell accounting services, so we need to support what we are buying and selling,” he said, crediting his education at Washburn for not only teaching him technical aspects in accounting, but also a sense of professionalism, responsibility and integrity.
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To honor his education at Washburn, he created the Lonnie Hossfeld Business Fund in 2016 to give unrestricted funds to the School of Business. He said there were donors who gave to spaces, teachers and scholarships he benefited from when he was a student, so he wanted to pay it forward and help fill in the details to make a great education for the next generation. “I decided to make it unrestricted and have it go to the greatest need because I know the funds will always be used,” he said. “I have great faith in those who are going to be recipients of the funding and in the leaders who decide how it will be used.”
The Founder Evelyn Meade, the daughter of Holmes and Dorothy Scott Meade, was the last survivor living in Topeka from one of the city’s founding families. Evelyn received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas and attended Katharine Gibbs College, Boston, Massachusetts. An avid viewer of KTWU from its beginning, she was also active in Grace Episcopal Church in Topeka, Kansas, and worked for many years at the Meade Insurance Company. She believed in keeping up to date with technology, so even in her 80s, she was taking computer classes. She was also especially fond of her cat, Ben Wilson.
“She felt it was very important for KTWU to keep up with the latest technology,” said Hurst Coffman, a longtime friend. “In later years, she never missed ‘Bill Moyers Journal,’ ‘Masterpiece Theatre’ or the Friday Night Lineup.” In her estate plans, to honor her love of KTWU and technology, she made a gift to the KTWU Cultural Programming Fund, KTWU Digital Conversion Fund and the KTWU Quasi-Endowed Fund to help the station be an innovative, multi-media leader that entertains, educates and presents diverse perspectives.
The Art Lovers Dale, bba ’69, and Susan Pond fill their home in North Carolina with art from all over the world. Their gift to the Welcome Center helped bring art – Rita Blitt’s “Confluence of Love and Learning” – to Washburn.
“We always appreciate beautiful things, and we want to discover and enjoy art with other people,” Susan said.
Susan joined him the next year, and they were married a year later. Dale earned an advertising scholarship from the Professional Advertising Club of Topeka that led to several job offers. After graduation, he was regional sales manager with Topeka’s NBC television affiliate. His career brought him success with advertising firms and national corporations. He retired from Lowe’s in 2005 as senior executive vice president. He credits the scholarship he received as launching his career. Because of this, he and Susan established a scholarship fund at Washburn to benefit deserving students throughout the years.
The two met in high school. Dale was a year ahead of Susan, and after he graduated, he went to Washburn. “While I missed Susan, the college life inspired and impelled me to get my life together,” he said.
“We feel fortunate to be able to make this artistic contribution to Washburn,” the couple said. “We hope it will give pleasure to all those who see it for many years to come.”
“Our house is filled with art,” Dale said. “Bright colors, whimsical, abstract, curious, creative and bizarre. For us, art is remarkable because it’s memories.”
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The Attorneys Lou Bjorgaard Probasco, jd ’81, met her late husband, Wayne, ba ’50, jd ’51, when he was an attorney focusing on real estate, and she was a Washburn Law student. For more than 30 years, they practiced law and traveled the globe, riding motorcycles, hiking trails and climbing some of the most challenging mountains in the world. Wayne had a deep commitment to Washburn. “Wayne and I both received excellent educations at Washburn,” Lou said. “He always felt his education was a solid foundation for his successful legal career.” Lou balanced taking care of her young daughter, going to class, studying and making ends meet.
When she graduated, Lou started a solo practice in Bonner Springs, Kansas. “My experience at Washburn and in the Law Clinic and Moot Court gave me the hands-on training I needed to start a practice from the time I graduated,” Lou said. The Probascos have long supported scholarships, athletics and building projects. Most recently, the law school received a generous gift from Wayne’s estate to establish the Wayne and Lou Probasco Law Scholarship Fund. “Washburn has been such a huge part of our lives,” Lou said. “I know Wayne would be so proud knowing we can help students achieve their dreams with this scholarship.”
The Public Servants Jim Slattery, bs ’70, jd ’74, has a resume that reads like a dream: state legislator, six-term congressman, foreign diplomat and prominent D.C. attorney. Given his career, it’s easy to forget his small-town beginnings. He grew up on a farm in Atchison County. His parents, both passionate about education and politics, taught him the importance of public service. Those lessons made an indelible impression on him. “As I look back on my life, one of the things that I give both my mother and father great credit for is inspiring all of us to dream and to see beyond the four corners of our farm.” Slattery arrived at Washburn in 1968. Lee Dodson, ba ’51, then-dean of students, tendered a life-changing opportunity: a year abroad at the prestigious Nyenrode Business University in the Netherlands. 150 FORWARD
“I give Washburn a lot of credit for instilling in me a lifelong interest in international affairs. It changed my life.” Throughout his career, public service has been a driving force. The reason was simple: He wanted to help. When Slattery and his wife Linda made a generous gift to Washburn Law’s campaign for a new building, it was a tribute to the Washburn family who has influenced him every step of the way. “We believe we owe the Topeka community a lot. I went to school here, I met my wife here, our children were born here,” he said. “I would not be where I am today but for Washburn University and all the people in Kansas who helped me. This gift is our way of saying thank you.”
The Instrumentalist Growing up in Lawrence, Kansas, James Van Sickle remembers going to concerts. A quarter got you out of class and into the show. “I don’t know how many kids spent the quarter on something else, but my brother and I always went,” he said.
working for me?” So Van Sickle quit, bought 21 acres and built his own plant to make precast concrete productions. After nearly 40 years, he sold his company, Vanguard Products Corp., and retired in 2005.
He played clarinet, and when his family moved to Ottawa, Kansas, he played in a small civic orchestra where he filled in many missing pieces. “If there was a part written for the oboe, I would play it on the clarinet,” he said. “We played a piece written for three flutes but we only had two. I played the third part on my clarinet.”
His love of music remained throughout his life as he turned into more of a patron than a musician. Early in the 150 Forward Focus campaign, Van Sickle donated his extensive paperweight collection to help Washburn build a future recital hall. He recently added to the project with a generous planned gift from his estate.
He played in the band at the University of Kansas and earned an engineering degree. Later, living in Topeka, he worked in the office of a precast concrete plant. One day, the boss hung up a knickknack that said, “If you’re so smart, why are you
The recital hall will expand rehearsal space and create a more intimate setting for smaller performances. “Washburn is the center of performing arts in Topeka. The recital hall will keep it that way,” he said.
The Teacher From the classroom to the ballroom to world traveler, Beulah Wilkinson Summers approached life with passion and commitment. Her love of education was firmly rooted in her childhood. Growing up on a farm in Allendale, Missouri, she graduated from Rural Worth County High School and went on to pursue both bachelor’s and master’s degrees and, later in life, a doctorate. “When mom completed her doctorate from Kansas State in 1981 at the age of 60, she joked with me that I wasn’t the only doctor in the family,” said Steve Summers, ba ’69. After leaving Washburn, Summers went on to complete his doctorate of dental surgery at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. Her love of education and dedication to her 35-year teaching career at Topeka High School led her to include
Washburn in her estate, even though she herself was not a graduate. “Mom strongly believed in the importance of education,” Summers said. “She and my dad didn’t make a lot of money, but they were committed to my sister and me getting a college education. Her gift to Washburn is in honor of my sister, Shirley Summers Chamberlain, who passed away in 2010.” Shirley, b ed ’67, m ed ’74, had a long teaching career in Patchogue, New York. For generations to come, many students can pursue their dreams thanks to the Shirley Sue Summers Chamberlain Education Scholarship Fund just as Beulah Wilkinson Summers did more than seven decades ago.
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The Organist Marianne Webb, ba ’58, didn’t have many memories of her father Samuel, jd ’36. He died at the age of 45 when Marianne and her twin sister, Peggy, were only five.
wanted to teach music. When they were still students at Topeka High, they met Marie Moore, dean of women at Washburn.
Before she passed away in 2013, Webb honored her father’s memory by establishing the Samuel Earl Webb Law Scholarship endowed fund with a generous estate gift.
“She was such an advocate for us,” Webb said. “She counseled us after our mother died. She went out of her way to find scholarships so we could come to Washburn. We wouldn’t have been able to go to college if it weren’t for her help.
“My father died when we were five and then mother when we were 15. We didn’t have any money, and our grandparents were elderly and without much income.” Lack of financial resources did not deter the twins from pursuing their dreams of a Washburn music education. At an early age, Marianne wanted to be a professor, and Peggy
“I owe everything to Washburn,” she said before passing. “It helped set the foundation for our careers and provided four years of scholarship assistance for Peggy and me at a time when we had no money of our own. I have always wanted to repay the University for giving us the chance to obtain an education, which led to such wonderful and fulfilling careers.”
The Anonymous Benefactor In October 2015, the School of Law received an extremely generous contribution to Ideal Place, The Building Campaign for Washburn University School of Law. With this gift, the single largest gift to the building campaign to date, the campaign has topped the $5 million mark. “This gift is a profound investment in the people who will study and teach in the new building for decades to come,” said Thomas Romig, dean, Washburn University School of Law. “We are so very fortunate to have such strong supporters who share our vision for Washburn Law’s future,” said JuliAnn Mazachek, president, Washburn University Foundation.
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“We are honored to accept this gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, knowing that it is a reflection of our alumni’s connection to their alma mater and a commitment to its future.” To date, the campaign has garnered support from alumni and friends across the country – recent graduates and those who are well established in their careers – as well as faculty and staff, current and retired. Together, these gifts will build a new home for everyone – students, professors, staff, alumni and friends – past, present and future.
The Industry Partner The combination of an industry partner in need of a highly skilled workforce, Clark Coco’s vision and Tim Clothier’s business acumen is a sure formula for success. Coco, dean, Washburn Tech, and Clothier, business and industry director, had a plan to transform a somewhat modest program into a flagship endeavor – a locomotive diesel technology lab. Enter BNSF Railway. “From the very beginning, I was very impressed with Clark’s vision and Tim’s determination to make this partnership a reality,” said Bret Irvin, BNSF’s assistant vice president, human resources. “They pointed to previous successful industry partnerships. That was huge. Washburn Tech seemed like a natural partner, and the location was ideal – not far from one of our major mechanical facilities.”
Launched in 2015, the program is certified under the National Academy of Railroad Sciences and uses the curriculum developed in partnership with BNSF and Johnson County Community College. The heart of the program is the donation of two locomotive diesel engines by BNSF, and the company’s financial support. “We are pleased to partner with Washburn Tech. This program does what we intended – it gives students the critical skills necessary to pursue a career in locomotive diesel technology,” said Irvin. If numbers are an indicator of success, the program has exceeded expectations. So far, enrollment has maxed out each semester, serving 16 to 18 students who want to pursue a career in the railroad industry.
The Partnership Washburn Tech’s Heavy Diesel Construction Technology is housed in one of the nation’s premier training labs. Like Tech’s other programs, this one is designed to meet the workforce needs of business and industry. To strengthen its program and provide students topnotch training and hands-on experience, Washburn Tech has developed strong industry partnerships. The one with Victor L. Phillips Company and CASE Construction Equipment is a prime example. “We at Victor L. Phillips and Case Construction Equipment chose Washburn Tech as our premier heavy diesel technology partner because of the existing, positive relationship Washburn Tech operator’s training course had with VLP Co.,” said J. D. Snow, service/
rental manager, VLP. “Washburn Tech is committed to growing its offerings while investing in its facilities and instructors. This provides the perfect opportunity for our partnership. We have been able to provide Washburn Tech with several pieces of construction equipment with the latest technology to provide the future workforce with real, hands-on training they can use after graduation.” “These partnerships are a win-win situation for our students and for the workforce,” said Clark Coco, dean, Washburn Tech. “Our goal is give our students the real-world training they need to secure good jobs and move into their fields of choice prepared to succeed. We are able to do this – in large part – because of these strong relationships.”
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Reasons to Give
“I support Washburn Law’s building campaign for two reasons. First, my gift expresses my gratitude for my Washburn Law experience. The education I received prepared me for a very gratifying legal career. The longer I practice law, the more appreciative I become. Second, my gift is my expression of support for the vision of a 21st-century Washburn Law School housed in a new building, which will provide an enhanced learning environment for future quality students and faculty.” Anne Baker, jd ’79 Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Our current law school building was only four years old when I joined the faculty in 1973. It soon will have served us for 50 years. I always will have fond memories of our times here. I am pleased to support the new home for Washburn Law School. It will help us teach our students more effectively and better prepare the next generation of lawyers. Washburn Law School needs once again to have a facility that reflects the exceptional experience students have within its walls.”
Jim Concannon, professor and former dean Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Washburn Law has been part of the Garrity family for three generations, and the legal education my father, my daughter and I received provided the foundation for rewarding careers in the legal profession. We are indebted for the Washburn Law experience and feel it is our privilege to give back to the institution that provided us with so much opportunity.” Dan, jd ’72, and Mary Carol Garrity Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Our organization focuses on four main areas for community progress, one of which is workforce development. Since 2002, GO Topeka has helped add or retain more than 10,000 jobs in Topeka/ Shawnee County, promoting a first-class northeast Kansas workforce to national and international site selectors in part through collaborations with Washburn University and Washburn Tech. This fund increases the skilled workforce in our community making students more marketable to employers, which helps Topeka’s businesses and organizations grow. This fits well with our economic development priorities.” Scott Griffith, board chairman, GO Topeka Washburn Tech Scholarship Fund
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“My grandfather started this foundation because he believed in giving those who are less fortunate an opportunity. We’ve been fortunate enough to invest his money in Washburn University, which we consider a highly respected institution. We want to subsidize education for students at Washburn that may not be able to afford it.” Thomas Goppert, treasurer, Goppert Foundation Goppert Scholarship Fund
“Clella unconditionally loved younger children and knew early on she wanted to major in elementary education at Washburn. During her teaching career, she founded her own preschool, and then taught kindergarten through third grade and at-risk youngsters. Former students would invariably stop by her room after school for hugs and encouraging words from Mrs. Hahn. She freely and unhesitatingly dispensed both. By financially assisting and encouraging future teachers to follow her example, the Hahn family hopes to inspire Clella’s empathetic, caring and child-centered teaching style in Washburn early childhood education majors.” The Hahn Family Clella Clements Hahn Washburn Elementary Education Scholarship Fund
The Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust was established in 2004 to support and promote quality educational, cultural, human services and health care programming for underserved and disadvantaged populations. The Humphreys Trust supports organizations that serve the residents of Central Kansas. Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust KTWU Programming Fund, Lewis H. Humphreys RN to BSN Scholarship Fund
“We believe Washburn University is an asset to the state of Kansas and are happy to support the University. Midwest Health is happy to help create new opportunities and enhance facilities for the golf team with the creation of an indoor driving range. In addition, the Welcome Center project was a vital part of putting a front door on Washburn to further enhance the image of campus in the community.” James, ba ’74, and Joleene Klausman Welcome Center Fund, Washburn University Golf Indoor Driving Range Facility Fund
“It is with great pleasure that the Noller family is able to participate in the sponsorship of Washburn University’s new video board. Washburn University is a great asset to our city and provides many wonderful opportunities for our kids not only in academics but also in sports. Fans love supporting their teams, and this new video board will make game-day experiences even more exciting. Washburn University has always been a front runner in technology, and we are proud to partner with Washburn and to be a part of this.” Laird Noller, owner, Laird Noller Ford, Inc. Athletic Facilities Enhancements Fund
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“Cal came to Kansas as a graduate student. He pursued an interest in Asian studies and had the opportunity to complete his military service in Korea. Cal had a lifelong passion for education and ardent love for other cultures. He spoke fondly of the international students at Washburn University and served as a resource for them, providing assistance whenever he could help. Cal’s gift to support international programs at Washburn combines his affinity for education and international programs.” Chulwoo “Choru” Shin, Estate of Cal Melick Cal Melick International Programs Memorial Fund
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“My late wife was passionate about competitive sports for women at Washburn University. She joined Washburn in 1962 and wanted women to have the opportunity to compete. She was instrumental in developing women’s athletics programs. We wanted to support female athletes at the University so they would receive the benefits, experience and opportunities in the programs my wife worked hard to create. I believe in what the University is doing, and I am happy to continue to support Washburn in her honor.” Carl and Janet* Nuzman Carl and Janet Nuzman Tennis Program Support Fund
“Strathman Sales is a locallyowned Topeka business. We believe it is important to support Washburn University because it is such a vital component of the Topeka community. We recognized the need for a video board to enhance the fan experience in Yager Stadium and wanted to be a part of the project. The success of Washburn only strengthens our city.” Matt Strathman, owner, Strathman Sales Company, Inc. Athletic Facilities Enhancements Fund
“We are pleased with the success of Washburn University and with their stewardship of our dollars. We like to support smaller universities and saw an opportunity to do so in the development of Washburn’s School of Nursing. We believe Washburn University provides a good education to students, particularly those who do not want a larger state school experience. We are happy to help the University continue to provide that excellent education to generations of students to come.” Kent Sunderland, president, Sunderland Foundation Washburn University Capital Projects Fund and School of Nursing Renovation Project Fund
“I attended Washburn University on a football scholarship and have long supported athletics at Washburn. Athletic programs teach students the important concept of teambuilding and are the face of a university in its community. Maintaining outstanding athletic facilities at Washburn builds momentum and enthusiasm and gives the university recognition in the region. Washburn is an asset to the Topeka community. The team at VisionBank is invested in the success and continued growth of Topeka and is thrilled to support the new video board in Yager Stadium.” Gary Yager, bba ’76, president and CEO, VisionBank Athletic Facilities Enhancements Fund
“I have wonderful memories of Washburn and enjoyed the opportunity to be involved in so many activities. I was excited to provide some new opportunities for current students. I felt by supporting the Mabee Active Learning Fund, I could help students experience this amazing new way of learning and communicating through technology. It is beneficial to Washburn’s students to support this forward-thinking program.”
“Marcella Anderson came from a long line of people committed to education and philanthropy. Sharing her good fortune gave her a great deal of satisfaction because she was interested in helping others gain the skills needed to provide for themselves and their families. Contributing to the Washburn University General Scholarship Fund was one way she could help others attain that goal.”
Donna Adams, ba ’57
Washburn University General Scholarship Fund
Mabee Active Learning Fund
Janet Anderson-Story Estate of Marcella Anderson
“In my 20 years of teaching at Washburn, it was evident the University cared deeply about the educational and career success of all students. I am passionate about this approach to higher education and wanted to support it with a scholarship. Biology is my first love, and I wanted to help Washburn biology students along the way to their degree.”
“Washburn Law provided an outstanding education focused on the practical application of law. This allowed me to advance faster than my contemporaries, ultimately bringing a great deal of success to my career. I want to support the institution that contributed to my success. Washburn Law needs this new building, and I want to help.”
Ronald and Aleta Ash
Washburn Law School Building Fund
Ron and Aleta Ash Biology Scholarship Fund
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Wm. David Byassee, ba ’67, jd ’75, and Anne Myers
“During my time as a student-athlete at Washburn University, I received an education that provided the basis for a successful career and made connections that opened many doors. As an alum and business owner in Topeka, I believe Washburn must continue to thrive. I want to give back to the university that had a significant impact on my life.” Jordan, bba ’96, ’97, and Eileen, ba ’96, as ’99, Canfield
The Capitol Federal® Foundation was pleased to sponsor Washburn University’s “WU Stock: 150th Edition” concert. Tammy Dishman, representative of the Capitol Federal Foundation, joined students as they revealed their headliner for the event would be Hot Chelle Rae, a wellknown American pop rock band. Capitol Federal was excited to join in celebrating Washburn’s 150 years of excellence in education through sponsoring the event.
“My Washburn Law degree enabled my rewarding career, from both a financial and intellectual standpoint. The law building was relatively new when I was a student and suited our educational needs. We wanted to pay it forward to future Washburn lawyers and make sure they have even better facilities.” Terry, jd ’82, and Tara Cupps Washburn Law School Building Fund
Capitol Federal Foundation and Capitol Federal Savings Bank
“My graduation from Washburn Law greatly improved not only my future, but also the future of my wife, Carolyn, who worked full time and provided our principal support during those Washburn Law years. Carolyn and I believe the cornerstone of a great law school is its building. Therefore, Carolyn and I have directed our entire deferred pledge to the Washburn Law School Building Fund.” M. Wayne, jd ’60, and Carolyn Davidson Washburn Law School Building Fund
AE & IDG Athletic Scholarship Fund
Student Activities and Greek Life Fund
“Millie and Melvin Falck valued education. Both obtained their degrees from Washburn after their retirement. A scholarship in their name seemed to be a fitting way to honor their memory.”
“While not a member of the entering class of 1865, I have been around a while and have come to appreciate Washburn University and the great education I received there. Washburn had a major impact on my life, enabling me to be successful in the years following my graduation. I congratulate Washburn alumni, administration and current students as we all celebrate this important milestone.”
“For most students, the college years are a time for searching, for learning about yourself and what direction you should take in life. As we all know, finding the right direction can be difficult. The Welcome Center and especially the counseling that will take place there are key to that process. Because we feel strongly about this issue, Mary and I wanted to support the Welcome Center by sponsoring a career counseling room.”
“The quality of education offered by Washburn University has always been superior. I believe no other college could have better prepared me for my career. Having recently returned to Kansas, I’m excited to hear about the continuing enhancements being made to Washburn’s facilities and programs, ensuring the high-caliber experience that Washburn can offer students for generations to come.”
The Honorable Robert “Bob” J. Dole, ba ’52, jd ’52, honorary doctor of law ’69, ’85
Gary, ba ’69, and Mary Eisenbarth
Mike and Karen Elpers Accounting Scholarship Fund
Debbie Roth-Falck, bba ’74, and Doug Falck Melvin and Millie Falck Scholarship Fund
Welcome Center Fund
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Mike, bba ’80, and Karen Elpers
“My educational experience at Washburn University thoroughly prepared me for graduate school and my professional career. I worked to pay my way through college, and I was fortunate to receive scholarships from Washburn to ease the financial burden. My hope in creating this scholarship was to help others in situations similar to mine.”
“Washburn played a major role in my career success. What better way to give back than with a scholarship? Helping the institution that provided my educational foundation and fostered my success is the right thing to do. My wife and I wanted to help others get through college and accomplish their academic dreams and goals.”
Michael, bba ’84, and Linda Falk
Richard, bba ’72, and Elizabeth Feldman
Falk Accounting Scholarship Fund
Dick and Beth Feldman Scholarship Fund
“Carol had a great passion for learning and energy for life. She loved her years in law school as it opened a vast world of opportunities. Carol lived her life and worked in a steadfast manner - loving fun times, mentoring others and doing her part to leave the world a better place. Carol wanted to ensure the gift of education to others with the establishment of the Carol L. Foreman Law Scholarship.” Carol Foreman’s Family Estate of Carol Foreman
“Washburn Law greatly prepared me for success in my career. Even while taking the bar, it was clear my preparation at Washburn was more thorough than the education my peers received at other institutions. By supporting this new educational facility, it is my hope Washburn Law will continue to draw students with sizable potential.” Janet Frickey, jd ’80, and Paul Gustafson Washburn Law School Building Fund
Carol L. Foreman Law Scholarship Fund
“I was grateful for the opportunity to attend Washburn. Financially, I had to work my entire career as a student. Working and going to school is no small task. Since I have been fortunate enough to be able to support scholarships, in no small part thanks to my education, I would like to give back to students so they have opportunities that I, quite frankly, didn’t have as a working student.” Gilbert Galle, ba ’70 Gilbert E. Galle History Scholarship Fund and Gilbert E. Galle Political Science Scholarship Fund
“I appreciate the education and opportunities Washburn Law provided. My education was positively impacted by very accessible professors. It seemed the best support and investment for Washburn Law was to assist them in achieving a new School of Law building to enhance educational facilities.” The Honorable Bruce, jd ’78, and Ann Gatterman
“Gladys and I support the Washburn Foundation scholarship program because we want to help students pursue their degree. The education I received at Washburn was critical in my career as an entrepreneur, and we want to make a difference in helping future entrepreneurs.” Joseph, bba ’78, and Gladys Gigous Joseph E. and Gladys A. Gigous Business Scholarship Fund
Washburn Law School Building Fund
“I was the first in my family to go to college. My mother, a homemaker, believed so passionately in my desire to pursue a degree that she found a job to help pay tuition. As our 50th anniversary approached, Bill and I discussed how to celebrate. He suggested establishing a scholarship to honor our milestone. I was grateful for the Annie B. Sweet Scholarship I received. It seems fitting to give back in this manner.” Marcia, b ed ’65, and Bill Haag Marcia and Bill Haag Education Scholarship Endowed Fund
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“My late wife, Louise Brock Hamilton, was a talented and passionate artist. She cared deeply about the arts, and I want to honor her memory by supporting programs and activities at the Mulvane Art Museum to allow others to experience art.” John Hamilton, jd ’65 Louise Brock Hamilton Mulvane Endowed Fund
“Washburn University was a beacon of light for me. I could not have attended college without the financial aid I received from Washburn to help complete my degree. Therefore, I am very pleased to ‘pay it forward’ by establishing a scholarship fund to help others achieve their education.” Carolyn Barrett Keller, b ed ’66, and J. Frank Keller Carolyn Keller Scholarship Fund
“The opportunities Washburn University School of Law provided jumpstarted my career. Without that foundation, I know I wouldn’t be where I am today.” Danton C., jd ’76, and Julie, aa ’85, Hejtmanek Washburn Law School Building Fund
“The Jory family asks you to join us in supporting Washburn, including the art and music departments, the Mulvane Art Museum, founded by our ancestor, Joab R. Mulvane, Friends of the Mulvane Art Museum, the Morgan Hall and Welcome Center restoration, and public station KTWU. The Mulvane Art Museum has provided free admission since its inception, and serves the regional community through the ArtLab for arts education.” The Jory Family
“Washburn Law embraced the issue of disability rights early in their law clinic, and I am passionate about supporting that kind of forward thinking. The open-minded educational approach at Washburn prepares students for success both in practicing law or going into business or service. I’ve worked in government, private practice and nonprofit and was well prepared for each opportunity because of my Washburn education.” John, jd ’74, honorary doctor of law ’03, and Sameta Kemp Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Washburn Law provided the education and confidence to open my own practice after graduation, which has survived for 19 years. Professors were the key to my success, specifically Professor (Nancy) Maxwell. The least I can do is assist with a new building so future generations will have the same experience I did.” Taher Kameli, jd ’96
Welcome Center Fund, Joab Mulvane Endowed Fund and Mulvane Art Museum
Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Washburn was important to me as an undergraduate because it felt like a home away from home. I grew up in the country and was nervous to go away to college, but my close association with several of Washburn’s faculty helped me quickly assimilate. I wanted to support this new facility, which adds to the value of the school I care so deeply about.”
“Washburn has always been a part of my life. I grew up a few blocks from campus, and the decision to attend Washburn was an easy one. Janet and I met at Washburn and developed lifelong friendships with fellow Ichabods. The Washburn community has had such a positive influence on us that we wanted to contribute to the University and ‘pay it forward.’”
JoAnn, ba ’53, honorary doctor of literature ’11, and Herb* Klemmer
Donn, bba ’71, and Janet, ba ’72, Land
Welcome Center Fund
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Donn A. and Janet R. Land Business Scholarship Fund
“I came to Washburn Law as a first generation immigrant. The faculty treated me with kindness and respect and gave me many opportunities. From day one, the law faculty gave me confidence, taught me to think clearly and independently and prepared me to practice law. My wonderful experience made me eager to give back by supporting this new facility.”
“My wife and I are sports-oriented, and we have a child playing a college sport. As parents, we understand the cost of a college education can be prohibitive when attempting to obtain a degree. We believe college athletics can help many students achieve a life-changing education. We felt it would be an honor to help a Washburn athlete lessen the financial burden of an education.”
Karen, jd ’83, and Dow Lee
Rod and Sheila Lewis
Washburn Law School Building Fund
Rod and Sheila Lewis Women’s Basketball Scholarship Fund
“I received a thorough education at Washburn, which allowed me to have a wonderfully successful career. It’s important to continue that opportunity for future students. The current facility has certainly served its purpose, but to compete for the best students and faculty, we are due for a new state-of-the-art facility.” Terry, jd ’86, and Jay Mann Washburn Law School Building Fund
“I was the first class to move into the new Law School building in 1969. We Photo by Wichers must keep the law school up to date to give future students the best education they can receive, just like I received.” R. Daniel, jd ’72, and Judy Lykins Washburn Law School Building Fund
“I felt the gift of a piano to Washburn University was a wonderful way to honor my wife’s memory. Washburn held a special place in her heart. She made lifelong relationships with students and faculty, which she carried through her whole life. My hope for this gift is to provide students an opportunity to use a quality instrument they wouldn’t have access to otherwise.” Garry and Judith*, ba ’68, Macha
“We at Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. believe it’s important to support Washburn Law students and provide them educational assistance because they are the future of our firm. We recognize the cost and expenses incurred in getting a law degree, and we want to help alleviate some of the burden.” Stan Smith, managing partner, Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. Scholarship Fund
Baldwin Grand Piano – Music Department “Ruth Kittle, ba ’29, was penmanship supervisor for the Topeka Public Schools from 1924 to 1947. During that time, she developed Photo by Peggy Clark the Kittle Penmanship books for grades 1 through 8. Her system (manuscript and cursive) was later adopted by the grade schools in the state of Kansas. Her manuscript system, based on two letter widths, is second to none.”
“Washburn University School of Law changed my life. When I arrived at Washburn Law, I needed to mature both intellectually and personally. The faculty’s guidance both in and out of the classroom helped me succeed and have a law practice of my own. It was only right I give back to the Law School after all they did to help me.”
Barbara McCandless
Larry Meeker, jd ’67
Ruth Kittle Education Scholarship Fund
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Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Washburn Tech is a premier diesel program, and MHC is proud to donate a PACCAR MX engine to the school. This engine will give students the opportunity to learn on state-of-the-art technology making them better prepared for the workforce. We look forward to growing the partnership with Washburn and its future technicians.” Jay Lang, vice president of finance & business development, MHC Kenworth Washburn Tech Diesel Technology Program “Washburn was great to me. My four years on the tennis courts created many wonderful memories. I am thankful that WU continues to field a quality tennis program and am glad that my gift can help Washburn move forward with a state-ofthe-art tennis complex.’’ Mark, ba ’77, and Sherry Nusbaum Washburn University Tennis Complex Fund
“Dr. Bruce and Bonney Miller met at Washburn University. Bruce majored in chemistry and went on to dental school, and Bonney majored in art. They each had a deep affection for Washburn, where they forged relationships they treasured throughout their lives. Bruce and Bonney felt it was important to create this scholarship fund to enhance the academic and social experience for deserving students.”
“Washburn University and the School of Law provided a great base for my business career. It is important to me to make a financial commitment to assist the program’s future students so they too can be prepared for success. I hope to help Washburn maintain its place as a highly-ranked law program in this nation by supporting this new building.”
“The National League of American Pen Women welcomes women in creative fields into our organization. We want to encourage students to pursue their dreams and utilize their creative gifts. The Topeka branch has long supported Washburn students and recently endowed a scholarship fund to ensure we are able to encourage students in art, writing and music far into the future.”
Lawrence, jd ’79, and Barbara Montague
Brian Miller
Washburn Law School Building Fund
Cynthia Pederson, ba ’78, president, Topeka Branch of National League of American Pen Women Topeka Pen Women Endowed Scholarship Fund
Dr. Bruce W. and Bonney J. Miller Scholarship Fund “As a student, I was very involved in campus activities. It was an important foundation for my career in business. Later on, I became passionate about giving back to Washburn. It is truly the crown jewel of Topeka, and the city wouldn’t be the same without this institution. The students, faculty and programs are exceptional. I am blessed to have an association with Washburn.” Nancy, bba ’76, and Howard Paul, Paul Family Foundation
“My experience at Washburn University served as a true foundation wherever my work has taken me. I was a student from a small town, and the faculty and students made me feel at home right away. It gave me the confidence to pursue careers that took me all over the country. I am hopeful my classmates will look back fondly and give their support as well.” Lance, ba ’73, jd ’76, and Jennifer Pool Washburn Law School Building Fund
Paul Family Foundation Unrestricted Fund * = Deceased 150 FORWARD
“Supporting the Law School has always been a major priority for my wife and me. The opportunities available within the law program helped facilitate a time of substantial learning in my life. Even today, it provides an opportunity for students in the Topeka community to receive a quality education. We support Washburn Law in an effort to continue this wonderful education for future students.” W. Bradley, jd ’54, and Carolyn, ba ’54, Post Washburn Law School Building Fund
“Our firm is proud to have seven Washburn graduates from the School of Law and the School of Business. The Washburn Law building is an investment in the future that will assist in providing quality service and education we enthusiastically support.”
“The Ramskill family believed strongly in the power of education. They felt it was important to pass on the love of learning to future generations. George hoped by funding this scholarship he would fuel that same educational passion for current and future students.”
“I feel it is important to ensure the viability and vitality of Washburn Law to educate the next generation of lawyers and leaders. I hope all of those who have benefited from and appreciate the Law School will consider giving at this critical juncture of its history.”
Thomas, bba ’74, jd ’77, and Carol Puckett, HPC Puckett International, LTD
Donna Ramskill Estate of George E. Ramskill
Sidney, jd ’76, and Susan Reitz
Washburn Law School Building Fund
Washburn Law School Building Fund
George E. Ramskill Fund
“When I arrived at Washburn, I was young and lacked confidence. My experience on campus, both in and out of the classroom, helped me grow up and prepare for the future. I received a high-quality business education from some outstanding professors in the School of Business, which has been a huge factor in my life. I’m tremendously impressed by the current vision of the School of Business and thought giving back to the Entrepreneurship Program was the right thing to do.” David, bba ’74, and Jane Roberts Entrepreneurship Program
“Our student-athletes compete in the most difficult conference in the country. Washburn supporters have an obligation to do whatever we can to make sure our student-athletes have all the tools so they can compete and succeed. Diane and I are happy to play a role in making the indoor facility a reality.” Bill, bba ’77, jd ’80, and Diane, bs ’79, Sneed Athletic Indoor Practice Facility Fund
“My uncle, Max Hall, jd ’34, was my inspiration for pursuing a career in law and for choosing Washburn Law for my legal education. Max practiced law in Kansas for more than 50 years. While attending Washburn Law, I saw his name and those of other family members listed on plaques recognizing those who made donations to rebuild the law school after the 1966 tornado. Now, in his honor, it is only fitting I help to build a new home for the School of Law.”
“I served on the Women’s Board of the Friends of the Mulvane for many years. It is important to me to provide continuity of funds so the Mulvane can continue to offer programs and opportunities to students and community members. The Art Lab is extremely beneficial for children, especially with the reduction of funding for art in schools. I want to make art accessible and supporting the Mulvane is the perfect way to do that.”
Pamela (Hays) Stabler, ba ’77, jd ’81
Joab Mulvane Endowed Fund
Barbara Stauffer, bba ’85
Washburn Law School Building Fund * = Deceased 150 FORWARD
“As a Topekan, I love to support Washburn University. It’s a great institution for the city and our citizens. Washburn enhances the livability of the community. The Welcome Center project will enhance the image of Washburn in the community. We want to support the growth of this fine University.” John Stauffer Welcome Center Fund
“Streit Line scholarship was established to say thanks to Washburn University and the Washburn SBDC for helping me become a successful small business owner/ entrepreneur when I relocated to Topeka in the late 1980s and restarted my career. I also appreciated the opportunity to serve as a regional director of the SBDC and now participate as a part-time consultant. This scholarship will financially assist Washburn students who major in the newly established Entrepreneurship and Innovation program.” Les and Susan Streit
“Playing on the Washburn golf team while in school was a wonderful experience. The University had a family atmosphere, with smaller classrooms and professors that cared about the success of the students. I want to give back to students today so their experience can be as good as mine was.”
“We experienced great relationships with faculty and students at Washburn University and the Law School. Washburn has excellent faculty invested in student success, which fostered my well-rounded education. By funding this scholarship, we hope to provide similar experiences to current students.”
Derek, bba ’99, and Christin Thompson
Jeffrey, bba ’76, jd ’82, and Mary Ungerer
Washburn University Golf Indoor Driving Range Facility Fund, AE & IDG Athletic Scholarship Fund
Jeffrey & Mary Ungerer Law Scholarship Fund
Streit Line Entrepreneurship Scholarship “My late husband, John P. Welsh, and I have always appreciated that Washburn University is a pillar of our community. It not only provides education, but also creates the significant benefit of a cultural and intellectual environment in Topeka. We believe in the value of the athletic endeavors and events in which students, student-athletes, the faculty and the community participate.”
“I’ve had several wonderful mentors throughout my life, and their help and guidance have been instrumental in my success. I wanted a way to ‘pay it forward,’ so I created an endowed academic scholarship to provide assistance to future students as a way to help them achieve their goals.”
Peggy Welsh
Dr. Royal E. Wohl Scholarship Fund
John and Peggy Welsh Athletic Scholarship Fund
Roy Wohl
“Dr. Farley’s leadership has transformed Washburn University into a much different institution than the one I attended. The sweeping transitions on campus have been exciting to watch, like the changes transpiring in Morgan Hall and the Welcome Center. I hope my fellow alumni see the excitement on campus and are supportive.” Mark, bba ’77, and Sheree Yardley Welcome Center Fund
* = Deceased 150 FORWARD
NEW MEMBERS Martin & Carolyn Ahrens William F. Aldridge John & Renee Arnett Richard W. & Marcia L. Barta Paul & Melinda Bartling Deanna (Smelser) Bisel Marva Jean Lister Early Kay Farley Shirley & Mike Gorman Greg & Jaena Greenwood Betty J. Greiner Susie Hoffmann Dr. James L.P. Hurd Donn A. & Janet R. Land Professor Emeritus Nancy G. Maxwell Keith D. & JuliAnn Mazachek Jim & Pam Miller Dave & Coleen Moore Linda Kay Noland-Criqui Austin & Marianna Nothern Pellegrino’s - Kent, Harold and Virginia Mr. David A. Ratner Terry & Len Richter Patricia & Richard Schroder Alice Soper Tim & Cherie Stueve Peggy M. Welsh Dr. David G. Woods & Dr. Ted Yungclas Whiting Society honors donors who have recognized Washburn University in their estate plans.
NEW MEMBERS Donna Adams Estate of Esther Adams* Anne L. Baker Melba Banion Larrie & Judy Bates Mark Beffort James & Mary Lou Birkbeck Wayne Probasco* & E. Lou Bjorgaard Probasco Irwin & Rita Blitt David Byassee & Anne Myers David & Karlun Callanan Jordan & Eileen Canfield CNH Industrial Sheldon & Virginia Cohen Terry & Tara Cupps M. Wayne & Carolyn J. Davidson Dr. Judy High Diffley Michael & Linda Falk Estate of Alfred Ferguson* Lori A. Fink Cody & Jennifer Foster Dan & Mary Carol Garrity GO Topeka
Greg & Jaena Greenwood Ross Jory Donn & Janet Land Michael & Connie Laughon Lawrence Arts Center Karen & Dow Lee Melanie Lewis Buckhalter & Richard Buckhalter Allyn O. Lockner & Barbara J. McCandless Marla Luckert & Ken Morse Dan & Judy Lykins Terry & Jay Mann Terry & Phyllis Marshall Nancy G. Maxwell William & Kathryn McDonald Janet & Jerry McElroy Estate of Cal Melick* Mosby Lincoln Foundation Robert C. Nall Carl Nuzman Lou Ann & Tom Olsen ONEOK, Inc. PepsiCo, Inc. Dale & Susan Pond
These members joined the Lincoln Society between Jan. 1, 2014, and Feb. 26, 2016. *Deceased
These members joined the Whiting Society between March 1, 2014, and Feb. 26, 2016. 150 FORWARD
George Ramskill, SSP J. B. Reynolds Foundation Dave & Jane Roberts Debbie Roth-Falck & Douglas Falck Richard Ryan Keith Quail* & Geri Schott Strathman Sales Company, Inc. Estate of Bea Summers* Derek & Christin Thompson Topeka Branch of the National League of American Pen Women Estate of Walter VanVleck* Victor L. Phillips Co. VisionBank Estate of Marianne Webb* M. Kathryn Webb Sue Jean White & Robert Connor Edward* & Mary Wiegers Larry & Deborah Wilson Gary & Widge Yager Mark & Sheree Yardley Jim* & Connie Yoxall
AS OF FEB. 19, 2016 ($10,000 +)
150 Forward Campaign Donor Honor Roll Charlotte Adair ‘70 Donna Adams ‘57 Estate of Esther Adams* John R. Adams Jodi ’02 & Nate Adolf Tom ’69, ’66 & Ann ’67 Adrian Advisors Excel, LLC Bruce ’98, ’87 & Tami ’87 Akin Maj. Edwin Aley ’51 Pauline Alksnis Suzanne Allen American Family Insurance Regional Office Estate of Marcella Anderson* Rick & Julie Anderson Jennifer Armour Kevin ’87 & Roxanne Arnel Paul ’68, ’65 & Bert Artzer Estate of Jean Arvin* ’70 Ronald & Aleta Ash Assured Life Association Athene Holding AT&T Auto Collision Experts Tom Averill & Jeffrey Goudie Anne L. Baker ’79 Gary Baker Melba Banion Donald ’65 & Margorie Barry Bartlett & West George H’15, ’77 & Theresa Barton Larrie ’63 & Judy ’61 Bates Dan & Paula Beal Alan & Shelley Bearman Mark Beffort ’85 Bob ’87 & Deb Belt Berberich Trahan & Co., P.A. Keith ’69 & Diane Berkholtz Bill D. ’75, ’72 & Claudia J. Berkley Brandon ’03 & Laura Berkley H = Honorary * = Deceased
Lila Berkley Paul ’56 & JoAnn* Berkley Jeanne ’77, ’73 & Ken Bertelson Bever Dye Foundation Bever Dye, L.C. John ’74, ’70 & Carolyn* Bird James & Mary Lou Birkbeck Pat ’94 & Heather ’97, ’94 Birkbeck J. Fern Black ’61 Benjamin Blair ’65 & Marice Kane Irwin & Rita Blitt Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation BNSF Railway BOK Financial Brent & Angela Boles Bette Bossler John K. & Lynne D. Boyer Toni ’87 & David Boyles Ed Bozarth Chevrolet Susanne ’63 & Dale Bradley Estate of Mary Brady* ’42 Glenn ’81 & Amy Braun Greg H’99, ’84 & Ronda ’84 Brenneman Dana ’77 & Tina Brewer Ralph ’40 & Rosemary Brinegar Mark ’87 & Stephanie Brinker Brisley Phillips Scholarship Fund Edith Bronson ’59 Beverley ’47 & Margaret Brown Blanche Bryden Foundation Estate of Marcella Buchmeier* Mert ’77 & Connie Buckley
Bill ’56 & Chuck Bunten David ’80 & Ceann Burlew Melissa ’86 & Robert Burnam Estate of Betty Burnett* ’54 John Burns ’92 & Linda Oldham Burns ’89 August & Virginia Busch David Byassee ’75, ’67 & Anne Myers David ’98 & Karlun Callanan Jordan ’97, ’96 & Eileen ’99, ’96 Canfield Michelle ’92 & Gary Canter
150 FORWARD
Capitol Federal Harriet* ’76 & Louis Caplan James M. Caplinger, Sr.* ’53 Jett Carkhuff Elmer ’68 & Timothy Elmer Timothy ’79, ’75 & Margaret ’72 Carkhuff Theonne K. Carter Trust Betty McEnroe Casper H’13 Estate of Doris Casserly* Stephen ’80, ’71 & Annette ’92 Cavanaugh Andy Chandler H’08
Gertrude & Fred Cherry Tony ’75 & Debbie Chiaverini Bob & Carol Chipman John & Carol Christensen Michael & Cheryl Churchman City of Garnett Civic Music Club of Topeka Brad & Pamela Clark James Clarke ’97 & Jennifer Svetlecic Randy ’88 & Debra Clayton CNH Industrial Marck ’89 & Francine Cobb
Bruce* & Nancy* Cochener Sheldon & Virginia Cohen Jayne ’79 & Gary Coleman Colgate-Palmolive Company Gwendolyn Collins ’95 John ’91 & Maureen Collins Jim Concannon & Melissa Masoner Conkling-Hussey Charitable Trust Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Jeffrey ’85 & Geni ’93, ’84 Cooper Steven ’73 & Janet Cooper Chris Costello ’82 Wayne & Nancy Cottril
Wendell (Bud) Cowan, ’74 & Peggy S. Cowan Cox Communications Daryl ’77 & Cindy Craft Charles & Kathy Crawford Sam ’73 & Cheryl ’73 Crow Sam H’06, ’52 & Ruth* Crow Gene ’91 & Karen Cullinane Terry ’82 & Tara Cupps Darryl Curran Joyce Y. Dryden-Damron ’72, ’63 M. Wayne ’60 & Carolyn J. Davidson Richard H’94, ’66 & Trish Davidson
David Debenham & Glenda Cafer ’83 Lucky ’78 & Pam ’83 DeFries Delta Gamma Educational Foundation of Topeka Ronald ’80 & Lynne DeMoss William Deramus Mark ’70 & Gloria ’68 Desch Jack Dicus H’00 John ’84, ’74 & Kristina ’91 Dietrick Dr. Judy High Diffley Lawrence ’68 & Lois Dimmitt Estate of Donald Dirks* ’54 Bob H’85, H’69, ’52 & Elizabeth Dole Douthett & Co. CPA, PA
H = Honorary * = Deceased 150 FORWARD
John ’81, ’78 & Bonnie ’79 Duma Dwight ’93 & Caron Dumler Myrl L. Duncan Duke H’10, ’73 & Helen ’76 Dupre Timothy ’84 & Samantha Durst Einstein’s Outdoor Outfitters Gary ’69 & Mary Eisenbarth Michael ’80 & Karen Elpers Prof. Linda D. Henry Elrod ’72, ’69 Emerson Jay & Lorraine Emler Dennis Eskie ’73 & Debra Reynolds-Eskie Emma M. Espinoza ’79 Donald H’87, ’58 & Arlene Estes Linda & Bill Estes Paul ’71 & Rita Etzel Philip Etzel ’71 Timothy H’07, ’64 & Carole* ’63 Etzel The Honorable J.D. ’65, ’62 & Peg Euler Michael ’84 & Linda Falk E. Kay Farley Jerry & Susan Farley Richard ’72 & Beth Feldman Estate of Alfred Ferguson* Dean H’10, ’69 & Pam ’96 Ferrell FHLBank Topeka Lori A. Fink ’85 Richard ’67, ’64 & Tanya ’67 Finn Finnup Foundation Trust Estate of Ella Marie Fisher* Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson & Kitch, L.L.C. Jack Focht ’60 & Gloria Farha Flentje Estate of Carol L. Foreman* ’80 Cody ’99 & Jennifer ’98 Foster Foulston Siefkin LLP
Janet Frickey ’80 & Paul Gustafson Clayton Funk ’93 Kelley Funk William & Emilie Gahnstrom Gilbert Galle ’70 Ralph* ’67 & Janet Garrison Dan ’72 & Mary Carol Garrity Bruce ’78 & Ann Gatterman Marilyn L. Geiger Eldon Gideon Joe ’78 & Gladys Gigous Byron ’48 & Mary Gilmore Art ’65, ’59 & Carolyn Glassman Glassman, Bird, Brown & Powell, L.L.P. Oren ’52 & Harriet ’55 Glatt S. Jack ’50, ’49 & Connie Glaves Lee ’96 & Cynthia ’85 Glogau Ed H’15, ’70 & Julie ’90, ’71 Glotzbach GO Topeka June Golden Goppert Foundation Steve Gorny ’94 & Erin Waugh Gorny Billie Jean ’09 & Bobby Graham The Grainger Foundation Bob Grana Edna Greene ’51 Russ & Jane Greene Greg ’88 & Jaena ’89 Greenwood Bill H’15, ’80 & Pam Greiner Maria Grimes Larry ’84, ’81 & Annette ’83, ’80 Gurney Marcia ’65 & William Haag Bradley E. ’80 & Terri S. Haddock Lowell Hahn Judith ’65 & Douglas Hall Max ’66 & Josephine Halley Hallmark Cards, Inc. John R. Hamilton ’65 Stuart Haney ’83 & Paula Leszyk-Haney
Dane G. Hansen Foundation Bob Harvey ’64 Estate of Alice Heald* Cynthia Heath ’71 Eric ’96 & Amy ’96 Heath Estate of Elizabeth L. Heaton* ’44 Doris J. Hedberg ’72 Estate of Mary E. Heiberger* Robert Heider Larry Heilman Theodore & Anne Heim Mark H’01, ’77, ’74 & Lisa ’84 Heitz Danton ’76, ’73 & Julie ’85 Hejtmanek William ’73, ’67 & Linda Helsper Estate of Mabel Henderson* Ross ’97, ’93 & Amy ’93 Hendrickson Bill Herbert Allison Herr ’90 & Josh Donohue Leslie ’85 & Steven Hess Jeff ’95 & Kelly Hewett HF Rubber Machinery, Inc Michelle (Mitch) ’94 & Rick Higgs Howard W. Hildenbrand ’61 Margie R. Hildenbrand ’81 Chris Hill ’94 Estate of Tommie Hillmon* ’49 Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. Lucille ’65 & Larry Hinderliter Hite, Fanning & Honeyman, L.L.P. Richard C. Hite H’11, ’53 Estate of Ethel Mae Hodge* Paul ’75 & Jeanne H’15, ’80 Hoferer John ’67 & Linda Hoffman Charles & Kay Holle Angela V. Holliday Cynthia ’78 & Steve Hornberger Horne Family Trust Lonnie R. Hossfeld ’80 H = Honorary * = Deceased
Estate of David Howard* HPC Puckett International, LTD Rob & Marilyn Hull Estate of Lewis H. Humphreys* Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust Dan ’78 & Susie ’78 Hutchins Laura L. Ice ’84 IMA Foundation Ingersoll-Rand Charitable Foundation Gerald ’67 & Gayle Isaac Jeffrey ’92, ’89 & Brenda Jackson Estate of Elizabeth Jacoway* Jephson Educational Trust Jeremiah Bullfrogs Karen Harkness Memorial Golf Tournament Billy ’53 & Patricia Jones Philip ’64, ’63 & Ernestine Jones Walter S. and Evan C. Jones Testamentary Trust Ross Jory John ’84 & Sarah Jurcyk Edward ’88 & Carole Kainen Taher Kameli ’96 Arden L. Kanode ’64 Kansas Bar Foundation Kansas Contractors Association, Inc. Kansas Society of CPAs Kansas Women Attorneys Association Bob ’57 & Carolyn Kaplan Kaw Valley Bank Carolyn ’66 & Frank Keller Tom Kelly ’65 John H’03, ’74 & Sameta Kemp Jeff Kennedy ’84 & Patricia A. Gorham ’77 Ken ’52 & Mary ’51 Kerle Estate of Eula Kerley* W. Terrence ’77 & Marianne Kilroy Donna J. Kindle
Gaylon ’56, ’55 & Kay ’65 Kintner Don & Carol Kissinger Steven H’05, ’70 & Brenda ’95 Kitchen Deardee Hogue Klausman ’73 James ’74 & Joleen Klausman JoAnn Klemmer H’11, ’53 Jake ’05 & Kris ’05 Klima Phil ’71 & Chris Knighton ChaToo H’86, ’57 & Eui Koo Estate of Al Kovac* ’51, ’50 Ronald & Julie Krebs Mike ’90, ’86 & Jo ’86 Kuckelman 150 FORWARD
Kuckelman Torline Kirkland & Lewis LLC Jon Kuhn H’06, ’72 Philip ’78 & Karen ’79 Kyle J. Richard Lake ’68, ’61 Donn ’71 & Janet ’72 Land Joseph Latas ’52 JoAnn Laughlin Michael ’66 & Connie ’67 Laughon Lawrence Arts Center Lee, Gurney & Hess Karen ’83 & Dow Lee Robert ’52 & Sallee Lee Luanne ’06 & Bill Leeds C. Michael Lennen ’74
Elsie Lesser ’65 Lewis Toyota, Inc. Delano H’00, ’63 & Gayle Lewis Melanie Lewis Buckhalter ’96 & Richard Buckhalter Rod & Sheila Lewis Richard & Julie Liedtke Michael Lilek & Rosann Wisman Anthony ’81 & Mary Jane ’76 Link Robert L. Locke ’66, ’63 Allyn O. Lockner & Barbara J. McCandless Tom ’80 & Lucy Loftus
Joseph & Yvonne Logan Scott ’80 & Pam Logan James ’74 & Patricia Long Gordon Lowry ’46, ’41 Marla Luckert ’80, ’77 & Ken Morse ’80 Dan ’72 & Judy Lykins Estate of Gertrude Lyngar* James H’04, ’61 & Kathleen ’64 Maag Garry Macha Carrie Magill Charlie ’88 & Anh Manh Terry ’86 & Jay Mann Michael ’69 & Mary Jo Manning Paul T. Maricle ’79, ’76 Christel E. Marquardt H’12, ’74 Terry ’63 & Phyllis Marshall Martin, Pringle, Oliver, Wallace & Bauer, L.L.P. Steve Martin H’14, ’79 & Amy Haddad George ’73 & Sara Marvin Richard Massieon* Hugh* ’56 & Patricia Mauch Nancy G. Maxwell Keith & JuliAnn Mazachek Katherine E. McClure ’02 Thomas D. McClure ’65 David ’59, ’53 & Sylvia McComb Jim McCormick & Mary Ann Abbott Lynn ’94 & Terry McCreary William ’67 & Kathryn ’68 McDonald Carol McDowell ’75, ’70 & John Bottenberg McElroy’s, Inc. Janet ’67 & Jerry McElroy John A. ’83 & Sheila McGivern William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, Inc. W. John ’86 & Connie McGuire
Ronald ’85 & Mischa ’91, ’85, ’82 McHenry Doris McKernan ’89, ’59 Valerie ’73 & John ’74, ’71 McNee Mary Lou ’84 & Gary McPhail Bruce & Pat McPherson Michael & Belinda McPherson Estate of Evelyn Meade* Estate of Irene Meade* ’65 Larry Meeker ’67 Estate of Marilyn Meiners* ’70 Bob ’63 & Henny Meinershagen Estate of Cal Melick* Burney Bailey Mendenhall ’50 & Elborn Mendenhall Manuel* ’58 & Y. Margot Mendoza Rosemary Menninger ’85, ’84 Daniel ’66, ’59 & Lynne Metz MHC Kenworth Sunee N. Mickle ’06 Midwest Health, Inc. Estate of Bonney Miller* ’49 Jack ’66 & Sharon Miller Estate of Evelyn L. Milligan* Lewis T. ’61 & Mary B. Mills Mize Houser & Company P.A. Lawrence ’79 & Barbara Montague Joe H’81, ’47, ’43 & Dona Morris Don and Pat Morrison Foundation Michael F. & Patricia R. Morrissey Phil ’63 & Lona Morse Mosby Lincoln Foundation David ’79, ’76 & Terri Moses David Mosso H’82, ’50 Estate of Delores Mueller* ’70, ’62 Mulvane Women’s Board Robert C. Nall ’90 Topeka Branch of the National League of American Pen Women Edward Navone
Jason C. Neal ’98, ’95 Ronald ’81 & Betsy Nelson Pat ’77 & Barbara Neustrom Robert Newman ’80 Jere H’10, ’59 & Carol Noe Laird & Karleen Noller Frank ’56 & Jeanne Norton Jerry ’62 & Margaret Norton R. Austin ’64 & Marianna ’81, ’74 Nothern Mark E. Nusbaum ’77 Carl Nuzman Gene ’63 & Judith ’82 Olander David ’60 & Charlotte ’60 Oldham Pat & Sarah Olfers Lou Ann & Tom Olsen ONEOK, Inc. Ysabel ’89 & Karen Orosco Tim ’75 & Patricia O’Sullivan Denise C. Ottinger Marilyn Pabst Dylan Palenske & Nick Palenske ’12 Fred ’88, ’83 & Pam Palenske Dave & Carol Parker Nancy ’85 & James ’73 Parrish Nancy ’76 & Howard Paul Payless ShoeSource Judith S. Peletz Randy & Mary Jo Pembrook Estate of Phil Pennington* ’84 PepsiCo, Inc. John ’74 & Michelle Peterson David ’77 & Martha ’77 Pierce Ruth Ann Pile ’76, ’67 William ’78 & Linda ’85 Pitsenberger Polsinelli PC Dale ’69 & Susan Pond Lance ’76, ’73 & Jennifer Pool W. Bradley ’54 & Carolyn ’54 Post Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Wayne Probasco* ’51, ’50 & E. Lou Bjorgaard Probasco ’81
H = Honorary * = Deceased 150 FORWARD
Brady ’90, ’84 & Debra Pryor PTMW, Inc. Thomas ’77, ’74 & Carol Puckett Keith Quail* ’37 & Geri Schott Quest Credit Union Mel ’61 & Connie Quinn Radiology & Nuclear Medicine, LLC Estate of George Ramskill* H’80, ’33 George Ramskill, SSP
Douglas Reeves Estate of Dorothy A. Reichart* Sidney ’76 & Susan Reitz Bonnie* ’64 & Charles Renfrow J. B. Reynolds Foundation Michael ’68 & Susan Reynolds Professor Sheila Reynolds Zackery Reynolds ’82 William & Kathleen Rich Estate of Bob Richa*
Joe & Vicki Riedel Kristin S. Rinne ’76 Ronald* ’53 & Pudgie* Robb Cliff Roberson Dave ’74 & Jane Roberts Keith ’80, ’77 & Jennifer ’77 Roberts Malcolm ’71 & Karen Robinson Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation Carol Rogers ’71 Cynthia ’69 & Richard Rogers Betsy & Ron Rohleder J. Kirk Romary ’56 Thomas & Pam Romig Deborah H’12, ’82 & Joe Rose Gary ’71 & Linda Ross Judy ’64 & Larry Ross Marcia Ross ’74 Mark ’83 & Julie ’83 Ross Richard D. Ross ’75, ’71 Steve & Louise Ross Richard G. Rossman ’57 Sally Cook Roth Theodore ’76 & Jeanne ’77 Roth Debbie Roth-Falck ’74 & Douglas Falck Philip & Joanne Roudebush Walter & Lucy Roush Charitable Trust William Roy* ’70 John ’63 & Linda Runyan Estate of Fred Ruschin* ’58 Michael K. Russell Richard Ryan ’49 Judith H’06, ’85 & Frank C. H’06 Sabatini Rosemary Saldan-Pawson ’83 & Kenneth Pawson John & Alicia Salisbury Grace Sawyer Jones ’60 Monica Scheibmeir & Michael Engelken Estate of Linda Schendel* Mayo M. Schmidt ’80
Michael ’74 & Marianne Schmitt Randall ’73 & Marilyn Schrag Kim ’82, ’79 & Karolyn Schroeder Craig & Louisa Schurig Gregory ’00 & Christy Schwartz Greg & Laura Schwerdt Jay ’67 & Marsha Scott Randall Scott ’05 & Kay Graham Scott Doug ’76 & Nancy Sebelius Security Benefit Corporation Estate of John Shamberg* H’84, ’37, ’34 Sharp McQueen, P.A. Roger ’64 & Nancy Sherwood Estate of Richard D. Shiney* ’55 Joyce Simmons Rubenstein ’76 & Earl Rubenstein Buddy ’67 & Bonnie Sims Betty Sisk Estate of Sylvester Skoch* ’55 Jim ’75, ’70 & Linda Slattery James W. Sloan H’09, ’52, ’50 Elwood Slover Jeanne ’00, ’97 & Michael Slusher Eric ’83 & Janet Slusser DL & Suzy Smith Scott Smith William ’80, ’77 & Diane ’79 Sneed Michael Snider ’85, ’82 & Joan Kirkpatrick Estate of James F. Snyder* ’58 James F. Snyder* Revocable Trust David & Tricia Sollars Edward ’73, ’69 & Jill Sondker Jeff Spangler ’84 Estate of Teddie Speer* St. Francis Health Hayden ’70, ’62 & Susan ’65 St. John
Pamela ’81, ’77 & John Stabler Sabrina Standifer ‘99 State of Kansas John & Barbara ’85 Stauffer Ruth Stauffer* Estate of Carolyn Stewart* ’31 Gerald A. Stoltenberg Bob Storey ’63, ’61 & Kerry Onstott Storey Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc. Matt & Sheryl Strathman Strathman Sales Company, Inc. Les & Susan Streit James ’73 & Laurel Strohmeyer Estate of Bea Summers* Jacqueline Summerson ’68 The Sunderland Foundation Robert ’51 & Jeanne ’48 Taggart Tallgrass Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Nancy & Michael Tate Thomas Taylor Derek ’99 & Christin Thompson Bette Tompkins ’49 Topeka Area Retired School Personnel The Topeka Capital-Journal Topeka Chamber Foundation/ Heartland Visioning Topeka Symphony Society Estate of Duane Touslee* Jack* H’91 & Mary Ann* ’77 Travis UMB Bank Jeffrey ’82, ’76 & Mary Ungerer Union Pacific Corporation U.S. Bank Rocky Vacek James Van Sickle & Mary Gordy* ’67, ’52 Wayne ’50 & Loubelle Vandeventer
H = Honorary * = Deceased 150 FORWARD
Shirley Vaughn* ’48 Victor L. Phillips Co. Bob ’65 & Karen Viets VisionBank Jim ’77, ’67 & Carol Lyon ’67 Vogel Stanley & Sandra Vogel J. Alan & Sandra Ward W. Dan & Lynn Weaver M. Kathryn Webb ’83 Estate of Marianne Webb* ’58 Steven Weeks ’72 Peggy Welsh Rick & Paula Werts Westar Energy Carol Whelan Estate of Elsa White* Sue Jean White ’80, ’77 & Robert Connor Edward* ’57 & Mary Wiegers Virginia H. Wilbert ’39 Wiley Rein, LLP Calvin ’78 & Diane Williams Estate of Elmer Williams* Jeral ’65 & Jeny ’64 Williams
Bill* & Rosemary Williamson Larry ’75 & Deborah Wilson Michael ’72 & Sheryl Wilson Glen ’68 & Kathy Winchell Wink ’51 & Louese Winkler Jack & Rhoda Wisman Molly ’74 & Alan Wisman Royal E. Wohl & Victoria Werner John ’78, ’73 & Teri ’78 Wood Estate of Max Woodall* ’59 Craig Woodbury & Linda Lee Estate of Harold Worswick* Bradley ’78 & Kay Wright Donald Wright Gary ’76 & Widge ’77 Yager Mark ’77 & Sheree Yardley Estate of Alice Adam Young* Jim* ’51 & Connie Yoxall David ’79, ’76 & Susan ’76 Zimmerman Larry ’00 & Angel ’06 Zimmerman The Robert E. & Polly A. Zimmerman Foundation
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