fession, a legacy
to dedicate mcdaniel hall
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Former students told of a special relationship with McDaniel that has endured over the decades. Jerry Crisci ‘70, a New York restaurateur, tutored a fellow history student who became his wife of 42 years. “Dr. John is very much like family to us. He is our first child’s godfather.” Former Adams State trustee Vickie Ford ‘71, who is retired from teaching and farming, added, “He adopted all of us, and our children.” McDaniel filled the role of father for James Johnson ‘07, whose father died just before he started college. “My dad was also one of Dr. John’s students. You never stop being his student.” Ford also praised McDaniel’s “generous bequest” that will assure many more students receive a college education. “May your legacy and teaching skills live on in this building,” she said. By Julie Waechter
Dr. John McDaniel was joined by colleagues and former students at the dedication of McDaniel Hall. In the photos at left, from left, are James Johnson ‘07, Jerry Crisci ‘70, Vickie Ford ‘71, Dr. McDaniel, Dr. Ed Crowther, and Dr. William Rakow ‘69. Top center: Dr. Ed Crowther presents Dr. McDaniel with a new cap featuring his favorite doctor. Above right: Frances and Dr. John Marvel were among Dr. McDaniel’s many admirers who attended the building dedication.
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books. I’d never met someone who owned so many history books,” Gallagher wrote. Crowther added: “Most students positively raved about McDaniel’s teaching.” Dr. William Rakow ‘69, a retired therapist, concurred, “He instilled the thirst for knowledge in his students. He became my intellectual model. I am in awe of him to this day.”
This man has donated his heart, his soul, and his lifetime fortune to helping students.”
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