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Fall 2013 Vol. 63, No. 1

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WAter Wonders

BlueInGreen is a company developed by University of Arkansas professors who found a way to restore natural water by infusing it with oxygen.

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Building a Future

The Fay Jones School of Architecture is on a roll. Its programs and projects are routinely cited as best in the nation. Now the school is settling back into its old new home.

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Four architects recall their early work under the school’s namesake, E. Fay Jones.

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Not every architecture alumnus is satisfied with three-dimensional design. Add taste, and now you’ve really got something.

Campus View Letters Picture This On the Hill Profile Associations Razorback Road Yesteryear Senior Walk Last Look

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On the cover The Steven L. Anderson Design Center joins the heart of campus.

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ARKANSAS Publisher Graham Stewart Editor Charlie Alison’82 ’04 Associate Editor Tammy W. Tucker ’97 ’03

Lifelong Learning

Osher offers wide range of classes Fall is always an exciting time of year in Northwest Arkansas! Just like Arkansas is home to abundant geological resources, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, based in the College of Education and Health Professions, stands out as a unique educational “gem,” providing its members diverse learning opportunities to explore and enjoy.

Many U of A alumni are not aware that since 2007 more than 600 people have become the driving force behind OLLI at the University of Arkansas. OLLI’s peer-led programs offer non-credit classes, trips, and seminars in subjects many of us have always been curious or passionate about, but couldn’t work into our degree plans while in college or during our working years. OLLI courses delve into exceptional, thought-provoking topics such as history, current events, literature, science; all ranging from local to global interests. An abundance of courses — more than 100 — are offered each year to a learning community of people over age 50. Members enjoy as many classes as they wish, with no tests to take!

College graduation doesn’t mean our education or relationships with stimulating people must end. We continue to grow, remain engaged, vital and relevant when we continue to learn. We know that continuing to learn is good for your health. According to the Mayo Clinic, education appears to be linked to lower incidence of mental decline. Researchers believe education may help the brain develop a strong nerve cell network that compensates for nerve cell damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease.

OLLI members are jewels at the institute, providing valuable energy, diverse talent and resources. They serve in key roles and volunteer countless hours insuring that programming is relevant, topical and engaging. Because of the high

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quality of life in Northwest Arkansas, many retire here from other states with diverse backgrounds from the corporate world, other higher education institutions, public service, the arts and more.

Some don’t have formal education but they all share a love of learning. Members, themselves, may serve as instructors for many courses. We also benefit from university faculty members interested in sharing their expertise. Instructors challenge students and help take any stress out of learning.

Most of all they make it fun!

I’m keen on learning for the love of learning.

You’ll see the more you learn, the more you want to learn. I’m passionate about advocating for education for non-traditional learners, and as director I have a perfect opportunity to help seasoned adults pursue lifelong learning.

Active Arkansas Alumni members receive taxdeductible memberships in OLLI at a discount.

And if you live outside Arkansas, there’s an OLLI in every state thanks to the generosity and vision of the Bernard Osher Foundation. OLLI at the U of A has set a goal of increasing its membership to 1,000 members. I urge anyone interested in becoming a member or supporting OLLI at the U of A to contact me anytime.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute was established at the University of Arkansas in 2007 with a grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation and is the only Osher-funded institute in Arkansas. It is located in the Center for Continuing Education (Global Campus) at 2 E. Center St. on the Fayetteville square.

Creative Director Amanda Cothren Photo Editor Russell Cothren Writers & Contributors Andy Albertson Nicole Allbritton ’07’10 Katherine Barnett Hannah Breshears Chris Branam Liana Bugslag Scott Flanagin Holly Hilburn ’12 Jennifer Holland Matt McGowan Camilla Medders ’01 ’09 Mark Rushing Darinda Sharp ’94 ’99 ’05 Heidi Stambuck ’88 Steve Voorhies ’78 Feature Designers Laura Bennett Amanda Cothren Advertising Coordinator Catherine Baltz ’92 ’07 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letters to the editor are accepted and e­ ncouraged. Send letters for publication to Arkansas Magazine, Office of University ­Relations, 200 Davis Hall, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701 or by e-mail to editor@uark.edu. Letters should be no longer than 250 words and may be edited for length.

Typewritten letters are preferred. Anonymous letters will not be published. Submission does not guarantee publication.

Arkansas, The Magazine of the Arkansas Alumni Association (ISSN 1064-8100) (USPS 009-515) is published quarterly by the Arkansas Alumni Association, Inc. at 491 North Razorback Road, Fayetteville, AR 72701. Annual membership dues are $45 (single) or $50 (couple) of which a portion is allocated for a subscription to Arkansas. Single copies are $6. Editing and production are provided through the UA Office of University Relations. Direct inquiries and information to P.O. Box 1070, Fayetteville, AR 727021070, phone (479) 575-2801, fax (479) 575-5177.

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Arkansas Alumni Association Mission Statement The Arkansas Alumni Association connects and serves the University of Arkansas Family.

Vision Statement The Arkansas Alumni Association will be nationally recognized as a model alumni relations program.

Value Statement The Arkansas Alumni Association values: …the University of Arkansas Family …our members …our University and its unique heritage …lifelong connections and relationships Arkansas Fall 13-140 All photos by Russell Cothren unless otherwise noted.

Please recycle this magazine or share it with a friend.

Susan Tonymon, MSW LMSW, Director Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

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Learning Never Stops Lifelong learning, personal growth and well being make retirement living at BTV just that – truly living.

Respecting Tradition.

Embracing Tomorrow.

Joe Schenke UA Class of ‘63

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Officers President John Reap ’70, Dallas,TX President Elect Stephanie S. Streett ’91, Little Rock Treasurer Tom Dorre ’68, ’81, Fayetteville Secretary Deborah Blume ’08, Fayetteville BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2011-2014 Ben Beaumont ‘04, Little Rock Leslie F. Belden ’79, ’05, Fayetteville Judy Drummond Covert ’83, Bel Aire, KS Dewayne Goldmon ’85, ’87, Pine Bluff Kay Collett Goss ’63, ’66, Alexandria, VA Anthony Lucas ’99, ’04, Little Rock Carla Martin ’04, Pine Bluff Heather Nelson ’94, Little Rock Melissa Pianalto ’88, ’90, Springdale Chuck Roscopf ’79, ’83, Helena 2012-2015 Kenneth Biesterveld ’05, ’10, Bentonville John L Colbert ’76, ’81, Fayetteville John W. Cole ’76, ’78, Springdale Rita Geiger ’66, Oklahoma City, OK Teena Gunter ’92, ’97, Oklahoma City, OK Sharon Hunt ’73, ’75, Fayetteville William L. Kerr ’88,Tampa, FL Terry Rasco ’71, ’72, Little Rock Joel G.Wood ’74, Germantown,TN

Campus Card Mailed in 1914, this post card showing Old Main was mailed by Clifton Hay to Mrs. M.A. Stratton at Mena, Ark., with a 1 cent stamp. He writes from the Boys Dorm: “College days have begun and already I have the mark of humiliation on my countenance, due all freshmen. Barring upperclass men and mosquitoes, I have been favored by providence.”

Groundbreaking for Old Main occurred in August 140 years ago under the work of the contractors, Mayes and Oliver, and under the eagle eye of Lafayette Gregg, one of the proponents of creation of the university.

Most of the building materials came from within Arkansas. The bricks were formed and fired in kilns near what is now the plaza between Mullins Library and the Arkansas Union.

Sandstone for the foundation came from a quarry north of campus. Ideal limestone for the lintels and steps took a little while to find but was eventually secured. And wood for the interior framing and floors was plentiful in the Arkansas highlands.

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The design, using an architectural style known as Second Empire, came from John M. Van Osdel, the premier architect in Chicago during the 19th century. The mansard roof and the division of the front of the building into five visual elements are hallmarks of this style.

When finished it had no electricity, no running water, no central heating and, believe it or not, no Internet.

It took two years to build what was initially and simply called the “university building” and was, for all intents, the entirety of the university for many years thereafter.

Since then, though, it has been home to nearly all the academic programs, the military cadets’ arsenal, an engineering forge, a ballroom, a chapel and an extensive museum.

By the university’s centennial in 1972, the building had begun to show signs of aging.

Fundraising by the faculty, students and alumni of the university and by citizens across Arkansas led to renovation of the building and reopening in 1991, just in time for the newest freshmen, favored as well by providence. ■

2013-2016 John Forrest Ales ’02, McLean, VA Emanuel Banks ’87, North Little Rock Don Eldred ’81, Houston,TX Laura H. Jacobs ’95, Fayetteville Susan Gilbert Kemp ’73, ’75, Mountain View Charlene Reed ’74, ’77, Marianna Lott Rolfe IV ’94, Maumelle Jeffrey M. Stephens ’86, Hot Springs Roger H. Sublett ’64, ’65, Mason, OH Brandon Timbes ’98, Charlotte, NC STAFF Executive Director Graham G. Stewart Director of Membership and Resource Development Terri Dover Director of Communications and Marketing Tammy W. Tucker ’97,‘03 Director of Outreach and Engagement Angela Mosley Monts ‘80 Director of Administration Debbie Blume ’08 Nicole Allbritton ’07, ‘10, assistant director of communications; Carolyn Baltz ’03, associate director of membership and marketing; Catherine Baltz ’92, ’07, manager of strategic marketing; Kelly Bostick, electronic communications coordinator; Heath Bowman ‘11, associate director of regional programs; Stella Clark, records and membership assistant; Deb Euculano, associate director for special programs; Kabrina Gardner ’10, outreach and engagement support supervisor; Robin January ’98, scholarship coordinator; Julie Preddy ’04, associate director for lifelong learning; Alyssa Strodel ’12, student programs coordinator; Elizabeth Tipton, records and membership assistant; Chris Wallen, alumni records manager.

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Frame by Frame Glide your eyes across these still images taken from the new 30-second university TV spot being shown during televised Razorback games, and you can almost hear the words directed toward prospective students: You want a great education, you want a fun campus life, you want scholarly pursuits that push you beyond what you’ve done so far, you want to be part of something bigger than yourself.

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Rwandan Neighborhood Design Wins Top Honors in Charter Awards Program A collaboration between the University of Arkansas Community Design Center, the Fay Jones School of Architecture, the Kigali Institute of Science and Technology, and Peter Rich Architects took the Grand Prize, the top professional honor, in the 2013 Charter Awards, sponsored by the Congress for the New Urbanism. The Congress is the leading international organization promoting walkable, mixed-use neighborhood development, and sustainable communities. The Charter Awards recognize excellence in urban design.

Building Neighborhoods that Build Social and Economic Prosperity: Manual for a Complete Neighborhood – a holistic design approach for a neighborhood in Rwanda’s capital city, Kigali – received a $5,000 award, sponsored by Target.

The Community Design Center, an outreach program of the Fay Jones School, was also a collaborator, with Marlon Blackwell Architect, for design of The Creative Corridor: A Main Street Revitalization for Little Rock. The project won a Charter Award in the Neighborhood, District and Corridor category of the awards program.

Winning projects fulfill and advance the principles of the Charter of the New Urbanism, which defines the essential qualities of walkable, sustainable places.

The 13th annual awards program attracted a competitive field from around the world, and 14 projects from a pool of more than 100 submissions were recognized with awards and honorable mentions.

The Kigali project, which features a proposed design for the Kimichanga neighborhood at 200 units per hectare, doubles as an instructional manual on hillside development for the Ministry of Infrastructure in Kigali. The challenge facing the ministry is to transition land settlement from informal patterns to formal

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neighborhood patterns based on closed-loop, sustainable principles responsive to low-resource environments, alternative energy production, regenerative landscapes, waste recycling and local food production.

Urban redevelopment during Rwanda’s recovery since 1994 has been underwritten by foreign entities based on suburban and capitalintensive models unsympathetic to local settlement patterns.

The Charter Awards jury praised this project for the way it approached Kigali’s challenging terrain, where most of the city’s population lives in informal hillside settlements. “The landscape prohibited a simple block format,” said architect and jury member Vanessa September, also a resident of Africa. “So they were very creative and innovative in the way they took that form and rolled it over the landscape of Kigali.” The frames of the buildings are designed to be modular, with modules that can be arranged and modified to fit the needs of the users. The project also provides general tactics for hillside development applicable to the city as a whole.

Jury member Jason McLennon noted the project’s sophisticated treatment of infrastructure such as transportation and water. Careful project siting and features such as vertical gardens and solar chimneys are elements of an approach that emphasizes distributed, multi-use infrastructure. The jury concluded that the project exemplifies how developing countries like Rwanda, one of the world’s poorest nations, “can transition from informal to formal settlement patterns with an eye towards resiliency, sustainability, and local social vitality.”

“We are so pleased to have been recognized with CNU’s coveted top honor and trust that this strengthens our team’s case for implementing place-based development that better serves Rwanda’s interests,” said Steve Luoni, director of the Community Design Center. n

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Alumna Amy Crain Wins Miss Arkansas Scholarship Pageant

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Miss Diamond Lakes Amy Crain won the title of Miss Arkansas 2013 in July at the Miss Arkansas Scholarship Pageant. The pageant took place at Summit Arena in Hot Springs in front of a crowd of more than 2,500 people.

Crain was crowned by the outgoing Miss Arkansas, Sloane Roberts, a U of A student from Rison.

As Miss Arkansas, Crain won a $20,000 scholarship provided by Ted and Shannon Boy Skokos and more than $50,000 in awards, wardrobe, transportation and gifts.

The 23-year-old University of Arkansas alumna was to represent Arkansas at the 2014 Miss America Pageant in Atlantic City in September and will make appearances across the Natural State promoting the Children’s Miracle Network, the Arkansas Children’s Hospital, her personal platform about “Bullying – Prevention and Recovery,” and the goals of the Miss Arkansas and Miss America system.

Crain is a 2011 graduate with a degree in communications from the University of Arkansas. For her talent selection she performed a contemporary clogging routine to “Gametime.”

She is the daughter of Jimmy and Sally Crain of Hot Springs and Terri Crain of El Dorado.

Two other University of Arkansas students also won scholarships: Miss Heart of the Ozarks Tracy Neal of Bryant and Miss Northwest Arkansas Riley Snell. ■

Nursing Alumnus Creates Medical Exam Tutorials

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Alumnus Ryan Patton started making videos as study aids when he was taking nursing and pre-med courses and recently became one of the winners of a national contest that could lead to a contract with Khan Academy, a website with more than 4,300 micro lectures on video.

Patton was one of 15 winners selected in a nationwide video competition to create video tutorials to help students study for the Medical College Admission Test. Patton himself plans to apply to medical schools this fall. Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization that provides free, online educational materials for users of all ages. In the past two years, more than 75 million people have used it.

Patton discovered the Khan website while he was looking for online videos on math and chemistry. He used the site for his own studying, but he also saw how he could create videos to help several friends he was tutoring.

“I was blown away when I saw how many things you can learn,” he said. “I started using it, and through that process coinciding with my last year and half of being in school, I fell in love with learning again.”

A friend told Patton about the video competition sponsored by Khan Academy, the Association of American Medical Colleges and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. He used a screen-capturing program and drew on a graphics tablet that made it look like he was drawing on a sketch book.

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“I write on a virtual sheet of paper what I’m talking about,” he said. “The goal of Khan’s tutorials is that it feels like someone is sitting next to you, explaining concepts.”

For his contest submission, Patton made three 10-minute videos for the contest with 10 questions each about topics such as the endocrine system and the relationship between the hypothalamus and pituitary glands.

The prize was an opportunity to go to California to work with the Khan Academy and a possible contract to continue the work in San Francisco working with Rishi Desai, a doctor who directs the medical education portion of the Khan Academy site.

“It was intense and one of the better experiences of my life,” Patton said. “Rishi Desai’s task was to make all of us proficient at making videos.

He set a standard of quality appropriate for the Khan Academy site.”

Patton earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011 from the College of Education and Health Professions and attained his Registered Nurse license that summer. He enrolled again at the University of Arkansas for the spring 2012 semester to take pre-requisite courses for medical school from the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences while he continued to work as a nurse.

While enrolled in the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing, Patton was a recipient of the David R. Banks Endowed Scholarship in Nursing. ■

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U of A Plan Designed to Increase Graduates in Science, Engineering and Math The College of Engineering at the University of Arkansas – in partnership with the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences and the Global Campus – is spearheading an initiative to increase the number of students who successfully transfer to the U of A from the state’s two-year colleges and earn bachelor’s degrees in one of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields, known collectively as STEM. This project begins with the development of four online courses in summer 2013 that will be offered to the state’s two-year colleges in spring 2014. The goal is to provide online undergraduate STEM courses at the level of rigor that students at two-year colleges need to achieve academic success in STEM bachelor’s degree programs at the University of Arkansas.

These classes in calculus, physics and engineering are part of an overarching program aimed at increasing the number of Arkansas students who graduate with associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in STEM fields.

“For the state of Arkansas and its flagship higher education institution, the University of Arkansas, getting involved and making sure that a project like this one comes to fruition is not an option; it is a crucial need,” said Provost Sharon Gaber in a letter to the National Science Foundation. “The benefits of STEM enrollment growth will be felt directly by both the state and its employers, as more STEM jobs will stay in Arkansas, and be filled by Arkansans.”

Bryan Hill, assistant dean of student recruitment, honors and international programs at the College of Engineering, is leading the effort to build the program.

“The U of A’s Global Campus staff are the experts in terms of online education,” Hill said.

“By partnering with their expertise, the academic colleges are able to maximize the benefits while minimizing costs to develop a quality online education. The College of Engineering appreciates this support in expediting the rollout of the first four courses in this very important initiative.”

The Global Campus supports the university’s academic colleges and schools in the development and delivery of online and distance education programs and courses. It provides instructional design services, access to national distance education organizations, and assistance with strategic academic program development. ■

U of A Earns ‘Best Lifetime Return on Investment’ Ranking Among Arkansas Universities The University of Arkansas offers its graduates the greatest lifetime return on investment among all public and private colleges and universities in Arkansas, according to recent rankings by AffordableCollegesOnline.org, an online resource that provides information about college affordability and financial aid. The U of A tops the list of “Colleges in Arkansas with High ROI” with an estimated return on investment of more than $700,000, easily outdistancing every other institution in the state. Each school’s estimated ROI represents the “earnings gap between non-degree holders, over a 30-year span,” according to AffordableCollegesOnline.org.

“These are important lists for prospective students to consider,” said Dan Schuessler, founder of AffordableCollegesOnline.org.

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“We’ve sifted through comprehensive data sources to find colleges and universities in Arkansas that offer a high quality education with consistent, long-term payoffs in the workplace.”

The U of A is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s best public universities and best values by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s, Forbes, The Princeton Review, and others.

One of the key criteria used by AffordableCollegesOnline.org to develop its rankings is a similar ROI evaluation compiled by the salary data collection organization Payscale.com in its 2013 College Value Report. The AffordableCollegesOnline.org rankings also utilized data sets from the National Center for Education Statistics, the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and the Carnegie Foundation. ■

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Northwest Arkansas, University of Arkansas Featured in U.S. Airways Magazine A summer article in the July issue of U.S. Airways Magazine, the in-flight magazine of U.S. Airways, highlighted the “transformation” taking place at the University of Arkansas including both campus enhancements and a growing sense of optimism and possibility among students, faculty and staff as the university continues to make strides toward becoming a Top 50 public research institution. The 11-page feature on the University of Arkansas was part of a 60-page section about Northwest Arkansas.

The feature about the University of Arkansas detailed the many positive impacts provided by the $1 billion Campaign for the 21st Century, one of the largest fund-raising efforts by a U.S. public university, while focusing on the university’s future goals.

“We are a shining light in this state, a major university making great strides,” Chancellor G. David Gearhart is quoted at the end of the article. “And with our bold, perhaps even audacious plans, we intend to be even better.”

U.S. Airways Magazine was expected to reach an audience of more than 3 million travelers during the month of July. The magazine also included features about the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Walton Arts Center and recreational amenities across the region. ■

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Razorback Transit Reaches Milestone: Two Million Riders for Fiscal Year Razorback Transit at the University of Arkansas set a new annual ridership record on May 21. The 513th passenger to board a Razorback bus that day was also the 2 millionth rider of the 2012-13 school year.

This is the first time Razorback Transit has reached and passed the 2 million passenger mark in a single year. For fiscal year 2013 monthly ridership totals averaged 5 percent more than the previous year.

Razorback Transit ridership topped at 1,989,087 passengers in fiscal year 2012. By the end of the June, Razorback Transit had served well over 31 million passengers since 1990. ■

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Energy Efficiency and Building Improvements Exceed Savings and Sustainability Goals Energy savings data reports indicate that the University of Arkansas exceeded the anticipated impact of its campus-wide energy savings and facility modernization program by approximately 20 percent in the first year since the program’s completion.

In 2008, the U of A partnered with Energy Systems Group, a leading energy services provider and wholly owned subsidiary of Vectren Corp. (NYSE: VVC) to design and install more than $30 million of facility improvements. The goals of the project were to reduce energy consumption and address deferred maintenance issues in 73 buildings on the Fayetteville campus. The program was named “Razors EDGE,” for Efficiently Delivering Green Energy. The work was completed in 2011.

The energy performance agreement guaranteed that energy savings over a 13-year period would cover the cost of building improvements, reducing the campus’ total annual energy consumption by 30 percent.

According to facilities management figures an actual savings of $5.2 million was achieved between 2011-2012, including $1.5 million in construction savings and rebates. The actual savings in the first year of this project exceeded the guaranteed amount by about $879,000.

“Sustainability is a vital concern at the University of Arkansas, and it is our goal to be a carbon neutral institution by the year 2040,” said Chancellor G. David Gearhart. “The work that Energy Systems Group has done on our campus is an important step toward helping us reach this goal. The Razors EDGE project has truly given us an ‘edge’ – demonstrating that it is possible to operate sustainably and to save money at the same time.”

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Renovations included the installation of more efficient lighting, heating and cooling systems, water conservation equipment, and installation of a solar powered heater for the swimming pool in the Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) building.

By implementing these energy conservation and sustainability measures, the university has reduced its carbon footprint by more than 18,800 metric tons of carbon dioxide, which is equivalent to one of the following annual environmental benefits: • planting about 15,500 acres of forest; • generating enough energy to power about 1,000 homes; or • reducing emissions from 4,000 vehicles.

“We were very impressed by the original plan that was presented by ESG and even more impressed by the implementation of the badlyneeded energy conservation measures within our campus buildings,” said Mike Johnson, associate vice chancellor for facilities. “It comes as no surprise we are ‘overachieving’ on our energy savings as initiated by our partners and now being operated on a daily basis by our campus utility/facility operations and maintenance teams. I am confident that we will continue to benefit from this project for many years to come.”

Steve Pride, Energy Systems Group vice president of operations, said, “We commend the University of Arkansas and its leadership for their commitment to sustainability, innovation and environmental stewardship. We value our partnership with the University of Arkansas and are proud to be part of its exceptional success in energy conservation and infrastructure modernization.” ■

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Private Giving Exceeds $100 Million for Third Consecutive Year The University of Arkansas completed its 2013 fiscal year on June 30 and recorded $108.4 million in private giving support, surpassing its goal of $107 million. This achievement marks the third year in a row that the university has raised over $100 million. Fundraising totals reached $121.3 million in 2011 and $108.1 million in 2012.

As in subsequent years, these amounts include outright gifts of cash, gifts-in-kind, planned gifts and new pledges received from July 1, 2012, through June 30, 2013. Of the $108.4 million raised, approximately $27 million was designated to support athletics and the Razorback Foundation.

Cash receipts, which include pledge payments, outright gifts and estate and planned gift distributions, reached over $111 million, compared to $97.5 million the previous year. Boosted by some significant pledge payments, these receipt totals were especially strong.

“This accomplishment is impressive and uplifting because it shows the depth of loyalty from our donors and perseverance of our faculty and staff,” said Chris Wyrick, vice chancellor for university advancement. “Our benefactors continue to be supportive and encouraging, and the numbers show that. The fundraising success and momentum created over the last several years is inspiring as we work together to help the university reach its goal of becoming a top 50 public research university.”

Bob and Sandra Connor of Little Rock and Dallas, who have supported the university and its mission for many years, explained their motivation: “The University of Arkansas is on track for great things, and when the campus succeeds, we share in its accomplishments.

Philanthropy is the key to its future success, and it’s uplifting to see so many people stand behind this wonderful institution, just as we do.”

Similarly, Johnelle Hunt, a long-time supporter of the university, applauded the fundraising accomplishments of the university and offered her congratulations. “The University of Arkansas has done a remarkable job again this year,” she said. “It makes me proud to be associated with such a strong program, and I appreciate the effective leadership in Chris Wyrick and Chancellor Gearhart. You can truly see the differences made across campus. So many great things have already been accomplished, yet there are even more opportunities on the horizon.”

“We are humbled that our benefactors continue to support us with their outstanding philanthropy,” said Chancellor G. David Gearhart.

“We have made great strides in establishing a culture of giving at the university and educating our campus, donors and alumni on the importance of giving back. The results are astounding across campus.

Our enrollment numbers continue to increase, and we have the ability to offer scholarships to students who may not otherwise be able to attend. Our existing facilities have undergone significant improvements and new facilities are being built to accommodate our growth. It is an exciting time to be a part of the University of Arkansas family.” ■

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Veterans Upward Bound Provides Higher Education Preparation Veterans Upward Bound at the University of Arkansas began holding free college preparatory classes for eligible veterans in Fort Smith this summer, expanding a program that already offered free refresher courses such as math, composition, science and world languages in Fayetteville and North Little Rock. The classes are designed to prepare veterans to get admitted to a higher education institution and to do college-level classwork.

Veterans Upward Bound is a federally funded program that prepares veterans for any level of higher education — university, community college, or technical/vocational school.

“The purpose of Veterans Upward Bound is to serve those who have served us,” said Janelle Bollman, director of the program at the University of Arkansas. “Most veterans have many more responsibilities than the traditional student: jobs, off-campus living, marriage and family. Many veterans may not have had, for example, the math in high school they needed to prepare them for college, or they may need refresher courses after years away from the classroom.

Whatever the challenge, our job is to prepare veterans to become successful college students.”

The Veterans Upward Bound staff members and teachers can assess a veteran’s academic needs, set up a specific preparation plan, and help follow it through. They can assist through the application process and help veterans with the paperwork for the educational benefits they are eligible to receive through federal and state programs. The classes are kept small to ensure student veterans received individual instruction.

All Veterans Upward Bound services are free to veterans who are either first generation college students, or meet federal low-income guidelines. It doesn’t matter how long ago a veteran left the service, as long as he or she has had 180 days of active duty service, or been discharged due to a service-related disability.

For veterans who are interested in future classes, contact Janelle Bollman at 479-575-2565 or Mark Stypinski at 479-575-4787, or by calling toll-free at 1-888-262-1681. ■

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Profile

Michael Frazier, B.A. ’01

A Voice for Sept. 11 Memorial Communication skills learned among university’s families

by Darinda Sharp ‘94 ’99 ’05 Michael Frazier describes himself as an “oldschool reporter” — an interesting definition for the voice of one of the world’s most recognized venues.

After a 10-year career in journalism, Frazier became the vice president of communications for the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center site. He serves as the chief spokesman and strategic media adviser for the organization. He also oversees mobile, online, social and digital communications, and he credits the University of Arkansas for much of his success.

“I am very proud to be from the Natural State, and I’m proud to have gone to the University of Arkansas,” he said. “These are the places and people who shaped me and made me who I am.”

One of Frazier’s reasons for choosing the Walter J. Lemke department of journalism in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences was that many of the faculty members were either part of the journalism industry in the past or still actively reporting while teaching.

“At school I was fortunate to be exposed to veteran print reporters while in the classroom.

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I wanted to communicate — through writing in particular. I wanted real-world experiences, and I knew I would get that here.”

Frazier grew up in Hot Springs, Ark., where he was active in the community and served as class president in high school. When he chose to continue his education in Fayetteville, he came without his twin brother — a huge adjustment for a young man whose life revolved around family and community.

However, after spending some time on campus, he found that connections could take many forms.

“It was nice to have a second home at the U of A,” he said. “I found many families here.

Lemke was a family. For those of us who worked at the Traveler, that was also a family.

Teachers were always helpful. They were happy to help you find a lead for your story, but then they’d ask, ‘Are you going to class?’

They wanted you to succeed.

“I had many amazing teachers and mentors — in school as well as in the field — but Gerald Jordan was probably my greatest influence. I wouldn’t be here if not for him.”

In life, as in music, if you learn proper technique, then your imagination can take

you wherever you want to go.

“I think schools often forget that you need a firm foundation — that’s what allows you to be creative. Journalism has changed by leaps and bounds since I graduated. My professors taught me to play the basic notes, and as I grew, now I can play jazz. Every time I hit a bump, I go back to the basics. That’s what has helped me get to the next level or clear a hurdle.”

Throughout his career, Frazier has worked with people from around the world with many different personal and educational backgrounds. One thing these encounters have taught him is that the college experience is only what you make of it.

“If you have a plan and the drive, then the U of A gives you all the tools you need to be successful, however you define success.

There are opportunities to learn and grow everywhere you look. If you don’t take advantage of the opportunities, then you’re missing out on an unbelievable education.

“I’m very happy with where I am and very happy with where I came from. If you can embrace both of those things, then the possibilities are practically unlimited.” ■

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BlueInGreen: Pioneers in Water Treatment

by Camilla Medders ’01’09

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ehind the Arkansas Research and Technology park lies a peaceful-looking pond surrounded by reeds. But this retention pond is more than just an incongruous piece of nature in a high-tech setting. It’s an outdoor lab, a place for BlueInGreen LLC to test and refine its water-treatment technology.

BlueInGreen is a portfolio company of Virtual Incubation and was founded by two University of Arkansas engineering professors, Marty Matlock and Scott Osborn.

A few feet from the shore, a miniature version of the company’s patented SDOX machine is being used to study processes to keep the pond healthy. The unit, which is owned by the U of A Technology and Development Foundation, sucks small amounts of pond water into a tank, where it saturates the water with oxygen

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before pumping it back. This process is an efficient and costeffective way to put oxygen into water, and BlueInGreen’s unique technology has earned it national recognition.

The Need for Oxygen

In wastewater treatment, oxygen is a vital ingredient, because it supports the bacteria that break down waste products. The more oxygen available in the water, the more efficiently the bacteria function. “The cheapest way to get rid of some of the bad stuff in the water is bacteria,” explained Osborn. “Adding more oxygen increases treatment capacity without increasing the footprint of the facility.” Oxygen also keeps the bacteria from smelling bad, because when bacteria run out of oxygen, they switch to anaerobic processes, which produce unpleasant odors.

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A New Approach

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Creating Jobs

Several of BlueInGreen’s employees are U of A students or graduates, including Darryl Fendley, who earned a master’s degree in environmental engineering from the U of A, and Jessica Hart, who has a bachelor’s degree in biological engineering, and got involved with the company while working with Osborn as an undergraduate.

Fendley enjoys being on the cutting edge of water quality. “We’re pioneering a new way to do something,” he explained. “There’s not a lot of other people trying to do this kind of thing.”

Into the Future

Clete Brewer, president and CEO, sees BlueInGreen as a company that provides a “total package solution,” to its clients, offering expertise and project management along with equipment.

Brewer explained that the company is ready for the next phase of business success. “We’re over the curve of the ‘prove it’ mentality,” he explained. “The future is going toe to toe and winning.” ■

design by Laura Bennett

Traditional methods of dissolving oxygen in water are not very efficient. In most wastewater treatment facilities, large amounts of water are pumped full of bubbles, mixed with air in a surface agitator or flowed over a drop structure to produce turbulence.

These methods can result in wasted oxygen, as the gas escapes across the surface of the water or bubbles back into the air.

The SDOX machine takes a different approach, spraying particles of water into oxygen gas. The result is water that contains up to 350 milligrams of oxygen per liter. In Arkansas streams, the required level of oxygen can be up to 10 milligrams per liter, which means a little bit of SDOX-treated water goes a long way.

The company’s technology is currently in use at the Noland Wastewater Treatment Facility in Fayetteville and Lake Thunderbird in Oklahoma. An SDOX machine helped clean up a creek that was contaminated by sewage during Hurricane Sandy, and the company is studying the use of its technology in salt water, with the aim of cleaning up oil spills and restoring dead zones in the Gulf of Mexico. In 2010, the company received the Innovative Technology Award from the Water Environment Federation.

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Letters Feature

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designed to educate Vol Walker Hall renovation, Anderson Design Center addition enhance the Fay Jones School of Architecture

by Michelle Parks ’94

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During a tour of the construction site in early June, Jeff Shannon was elated.

“The closer it gets to being finished, the more you can tell what it really will be like,” he said, a hard hat accenting his blue sport jacket.

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Shannon well remembers working in Vol Walker Hall at the University of Arkansas as an architecture student more than 40 years earlier. After graduation and a professional career, Shannon returned to the school in 1979 to teach. He then spent 13 years as dean, stepping down in May to return to teaching full time.

The school and its reputation have grown over the years, particularly during his leadership. As the university strives to be one of the nation’s top 50 public research universities, the Fay Jones School has already made great strides.

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The architecture program was ranked 20th in the nation in a survey by the Design Futures Council, published in DesignIntelligence in 2008. Last fall, the program moved up to the 19th spot in the same survey.

In those recent rankings, the Fay Jones School’s program was eighth among public universities. The school also was twice ranked No. 1

in a national survey of “top brands”in architectural education, also conducted by the Design Futures Council.

The university’s interior design program moved to the school in 2010, joining the architecture program, founded in 1946, and the landscape architecture program, which started in 1976. This summer, interior design became an equal department in the school.

Part of this growth and evolution has meant renovating the home to the architecture school, built in 1936 as the university’s library, and building a significant addition to accommodate the faculty and students all of three disciplines, along with support staff, in a shared space.

For several years, school officials debated whether to stay on campus or find a remote spot and build everything new. About a decade ago, they decided to stay in their prime location in the heart of campus and build an addition to meet their needs.

Some major contributors in recent years have helped to dramatically change the trajectory of the school. Don and Ellen Edmondson, clients and longtime friends of Fay Jones, gave $10 million to name the school after Jones, which took effect in 2009. In 2010, the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation donated $10 million to name the addition to Vol Walker Hall the Steven L. Anderson Design Center, honoring Anderson, foundation president and a 1976 graduate of the architecture program.

For the addition and renovation to happen, though, everyone moved out of Vol Walker Hall in summer 2011 so construction could begin.

The architecture faculty and the dean’s staff moved to the E.J. Ball Building on the downtown Fayetteville square. Architecture students and some staff went to the Field House, while landscape architecture faculty and students remained in Memorial Hall and interior design faculty and students remained in the Agri Annex.

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Being in one place will finally allow the Fay Jones School to have a clear, cohesive, strong identity as a school. Though it has happened at various points, collaboration also will be possible like never before in this combined space. Collaboration, Shannon said, is

an important part of the school’s strategic plan.

It is also a major trend in research and how professional design firms operate. “Depending on the problem, they know that, very often, the best way to solve problems is collaboratively,” he said.

the design

This building project has already been published in Architectural Record, and it has won a Building Information Modeling Award from the American Institute of Architects for Exemplary Use of BIM in a Small Firm.

“I’m confident that it will be published nationally, even internationally,” Shannon said.

“Anytime we get that kind of attention to the school through the building, or through the work of our faculty or students, it accrues benefits to us.”

The renovated building and new addition will boost how current students and faculty members feel about the school. This major improvement also makes the school more attractive to potential students and faculty, and serves as a point of pride for the entire state.

The school celebrated with a public dedication Sept. 12.

The project also serves as an example for students. “Particularly for architecture and interior design, the building where you study ought to be seen as something of a laboratory, a way to learn through the building,” he said.

In recent years, professional architectural practice has become about 50 percent renovation, preservation and adaptive reuse projects, with the other 50 percent in new construction. “It’s no coincidence

that we’re really trying to bookend renovation and adaptive reuse of the old building with

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contemporary technologies and methods of the addition,” Shannon said.

One of the most dramatic unseen, and most costly, changes will be the improvement of the mechanical and electrical systems. It will moderate temperatures that were once extreme in winter and summer.

Craftsmen for the project used traditional molding techniques when restoring the west wall of the second floor gallery, which was removed to demolish the core area of the building containing the old library stacks.

They built forms to mold the plaster, as was done originally.

“You don’t need to monkey with the spaces in the old building.

They’re terrific spaces. You just need to show them off better, and that’s what we’ve done,” Shannon said.

After all these years, Shannon’s favorite space remains the dramatic old reading room, which is the biggest studio and will house students from each discipline. “It’s the only really monumental

space that, when people walk in, their jaws drop at how grand it is,” Shannon said. “We’re proud that it will be

named after the Edmondsons. It also reminds alumni of what it used to look like when we first moved in here.”

de-stanchionization

Though she can’t couldn’t clearly picture what the new building would look like, Chris Hilker kept envisioning windows, light and openness. It’s much different from her former spot in Vol Walker Hall, where she was rather isolated on the fifth floor in the “stacks” area.

Hilker, director of the Murray Smart Media Center since 1979, said that people rarely came to the center unless they needed a video, magazine, photo, slide or other resource. Many students didn’t know where the center was.

Stanchions, which are upright posts used for support, were needed when the building originally functioned as the university’s library. They filled the space and couldn’t be removed because they were structural, so she made the best of it. With the addition of some shelving, the stanchions were used to store the video collection.

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She got creative with furniture arrangement and created an office-like space on one end of the room using partitions. She had a great view to the north which included one of two big red oaks that stood on the site.

Those library stacks, located on several floors of the building’s core, were demolished as part of the renovation. In fact, the new media center will be located on the bottom floor, in a space that once was usable only for storage because of the stanchions.

The new center will have chairs, tables, desks and computer stations, as well as an area for small discussion groups with a large screen and computer. It’s located on the same level as design studios, as well as a computer lab, wood shop and labs that all students will use.

Compared to before, the visibility and accessibility of the center will be night and day.

Hilker hopes that, with the central location, more students will come into the center, to use it or just be more familiar with it.

“Even if they don’t want to use digital images, I’d be happy if they just came in and sat and drank a cup of coffee and read some magazines,” she said.

collaboration of disciplines

Mark Boyer, interim associate dean and head of the landscape architecture department, has been a professor with the school for 15 years. In that time, the landscape architecture faculty and students have always been in Memorial Hall. Though just a few dozen yards from Vol Walker Hall, the distance matters.

Students from each discipline haven’t gotten to know one another, Boyer said, resulting in a lack of understanding about what each other does – for both faculty and students.

Another downside is a perception that the department of architecture is the architecture school, with landscape architecture and now interior design getting less attention. Boyer said the perception that the landscape architecture program is not an integral part of the school potentially has limited program enrollment.

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Feature Of the many things that could come from being in one place, Boyer hopes these perceptions change.

“I hope there is going to be a better understanding of all three disciplines. I hope there are going to be more opportunities for rubbing shoulders and just being engaged with each other,” Boyer said.

Students need to know that, in the professional world, they won’t be a “lone superstar,” but will need to work with others. Everyone has something valuable to offer to a design problem.

“The end result of true collaboration is better than anything that could be done by sole individuals,” Boyer said.

The campus community and general public will also be exposed to the school in a way never before possible. Boyer hopes this access clarifies the disciplines better. Many people know, or think they know, what architects do – but they are less certain about the roles of interior designers and landscape architects.

Boyer is proud of the reputation the school has due to the architecture program’s rankings. Boyer serves as second vice president of the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture, one of many faculty members to participate in outreach and organizations at the national level. He looks forward to things to come, opportunities that might arise from faculty, students and administration all being together.

“Any one of us gaining ground in excellence is going to help every one of us,” he said.

home, sweet, new home

When Melinda Smith toured the space with students this summer, she was most excited to see the close proximity of the school’s advising center, administrative staff and dean’s office on the first floor of Vol Walker Hall.

“You’re not walking off to a remote location or an office in the far reaches of the building. It’s all right on the axis of the building and very accessible to students,” said Smith, director of student services for 12 years.

As she viewed the new version of a building in which she’d spent a decade, she was impressed. Like the rest of the staff, faculty and students, she has lived away from Vol Walker for two years while the renovation and addition occurred.

Smith compared it to visiting one’s childhood home after many years and seeing the changes subsequent owners have made, while trying to recall the memories of the place. “But, this is a home we get

to move back into,” she said,“so we get to enjoy the old and the new.”

Those two years out of Vol Walker Hall required solid alternate plans and some improvising. Smith, who schedules classroom space for faculty, worked with every college or school on campus at some point to use space in their facilities. Most often, she turned to Bumpers College, for the nearness of its buildings to Memorial Hall, the Agri Annex and the Field House. Most of the school’s lecture series speakers were scheduled in Hembree Auditorium, with a few lectures and other activities held in Giffels Auditorium.

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Not only will the improved building benefit current students, it will make a stronger case for the school when recruiting students and faculty. It is partially the reason current faculty and students are here, and it will be a showcase for potential students during campus visits.

“We want visitors to see all these students and disciplines in one location,” Smith said, “because often times they feel like they have to choose their major during the tour.” When they see everyone together, maybe they’ll feel less immediate pressure to decide.

design is design

Laura Terry, associate professor of architecture, is used to collaboration. It’s how she was educated at Auburn University, where the disciplines in departments and first-year studios were mixed. “There was the collective sense that design is design,” she said.

Located in their respective design studios in separate buildings over the years, Fay Jones School faculty members have tried their best to explain the other disciplines to their students. “But I think that’s difficult when it’s out of context, and when we were in isolation,” she said.

Terry said she expects that overlaps, and opportunities for collaboration, exist already. “But we just haven’t been able to witness them.”

“I’m looking forward to the potential for collaboration in a more meaningful way,” Terry said. “I think where collaboration

makes sense, it’s going to happen and be fostered. And where it doesn’t make sense, we’re free to maintain that independence.”

Terry considers the studio spaces to be the highlights in the renovated Vol Walker and the new addition. These include the former reading room of the library, which has a raised floor with cork tiles, restored cabinetry, walls and ceiling painted white, new light fixtures, custom-made student desks, and a central critique space. Named the Edmondson Legacy Studio, thanks to a gift from Wallace and Jama Fowler, this studio will be coveted by other design schools. “There

just aren’t that many spaces like that out there in the design world,” Terry said.

It’s been a challenge having her office located off campus the past two years, while teaching in the Field House. Often during class, an issue has arisen that could be addressed by a book – one on the shelves of her office downtown. She has missed having that teaching method available and looks forward to being able to run upstairs to retrieve that book.

Among the first faculty members to select their new office spaces, Terry chose a spot on the third floor with landscape architecture and interior design faculty as neighbors. She thinks this closeness to other disciplines, plus returning to the campus as a whole, will lead to unpredictably good things.

“The more casual, chance meetings with people, that often inspire a lot of debate and creativity, we’ve missed from being sequestered in a way,” she said.

For her 15 years here, school leadership has talked about bringing everyone together in a single facility that would match the design excellence and standards of the programs. She is excited that the moment has finally arrived, and that she’s part of it.

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As for those big oak trees on the north and south sides of Vol Walker Hall, they were damaged by ice and were removed to make room for the addition. However, they’re getting a second life in the building.

Terry knows Fletcher Cox, the Mississippi artist who used boards from the trees to create a 28-foot-long bench that will sit on the center axis of the first floor. Terry said the bench honors a part of

campus history, while embodying evolution and progress. It is just one of many details that will be discovered and experienced together. n

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“critiquing” the new digs

Grant Gilliard remembers well the night before final reviews in spring 2011. Boiler room pipes burst in the basement, flooding the first-year studio. Students scrambled to collect their projects and take them to the large, third floor reading room studio.

Today, going into his fourth year in the school, Gilliard is among the last group of students to start his education in the old Vol Walker Hall. He’s looking forward to interdisciplinary studios in the new space because he doesn’t know much at all about the other disciplines.

“I think everyone tries to claim their own major,” he said.

“And I think if you’re going to design successfully you need to have a level of collaboration or at least understand what the other professions are about.”

Morgan Conway has watched construction progress while doing research in Mullins Library, and she took a site tour in June. She likes the character of Vol Walker Hall and is glad it was restored. She is excited, too, about the new addition, with the auditorium, walls of windows, and concrete floors and walls.

Plus, “It’ll be a lot cleaner since they redid all of it,” she said.

The spaces also will be much easier to navigate.

“The old building was kind of unwelcoming, and it was a maze,” she said. “It was impossible to get around. None of the floors lined up, and there were like eight different staircases.”

Erin Inouye said she and her classmates passed by the project often while walking to classes in other buildings on campus. She’s enjoyed seeing the construction progress and is curious what the interior will look like.

“It was really cool to see how it was being put together – being able to talk about it in tech class and then see it happening,” she said.

She also is excited about the student lounge area because the old building didn’t have a good place just to relax.

Evan Douglas is most excited about the transitional space between Vol Walker Hall and the addition, and the central axis creates. When design students stopped to look at construction, passersby often shared their likes and dislikes about the project. He can’t wait fosr others to experience the interior and understand the reason for the design.

“It actually is attempting to reconnect not just the new addition but the whole building itself back to the campus in a fairly significant way – which I think is hard for people to tell just from looking at the outside because it is so different.”

Douglas said people often had fairly elaborate reasoning for their viewpoints. “At the very least, even if they don’t like it, it’s at least registering some response that’s getting them to think about these things. Even if they wouldn’t have done it the same way, they’re thinking of some of the things that we would hope that they would think about.” n

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Sanctuary, Inspiring, Real: Inside the Working Studio of Fay Jones

by Jennifer Fulford, ’89,’95 “I remember the simplicity of the office. We drew with pencils on paper. We made blueprints. There was one phone line. There was no email or a computer of any kind. To be honest, I wouldn’t at all mind going back to that model. It seems much more civilized.”

– Ted Jones, B.Arch.’91

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n a straightforward setting, the staff of the architectural studio of Fay Jones created internationally celebrated work.

Compared to its high-profile output, the office itself was decidedly low-key: six drafting stations; no secretary; a back wall of mockups and materials on custom shelves; felt pens for red-lining drawings; and bundles of basswood for building models by hand. Jones, a master architect, practiced his principles with a purist mindset in a studio that mirrored the Ozarks’ simplicity. Several University of Arkansas graduates who helped him and soaked up his wisdom revere their experiences in the Jones studio as career defining.

Jones practiced architecture above a jewelry store on Dickson Street, a few steps away from campus, starting in the Vietnam era. U of A alumni in his studio remember the workplace as they do Jones, having no airs but exemplary standards. Although Jones had been running a practice since 1954, the office in the Underwood Building could be likened to the little engine that could. Guided by Jones’ vision, the small crew drew chapels, residences and special places that defined organic architecture for the profession. The studio churned out scores of highly complex drawings, typically thicker than a hundred pages each.

However, it would be an overstatement to declare that the office had its own mystique. It possessed something more like “un-mystique.”

Low-key and commonly visited by the unannounced guest or dignitary, the studio operated under the radar. There was no aura of mythos or scandal on the order of world famous architects, notably Frank Lloyd Wright, under whom Jones studied off and on for 10 years. The

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Fayetteville studio was “a kind of sanctuary,” according to Ted Jones, B.Arch.’91. The work itself continues to be the greater mystery, or rather gift, says Jones, who was not related to Fay Jones. He worked in the office straight out of college until 1994.

“I think Fay and his work have been duly praised and acknowledged, but I think there is more to learn from his work, especially for the younger generation of architects,” says Jones, now practicing architecture in Charlottesville, Va. “I think closer study of his work offers a way out of the fads of computer-generated form-making to something more tangible, real and timeless.”

John Womack, B.A.,B.Arch. ’73, says Jones’ attention to detail underscored every project, large or small. Womack worked in the studio from 1973 to 1983 before striking out on his own.

“One of the most profound lessons from Fay that I learned very early was the absolute danger of arbitrariness. Nothing was left to chance, everything needed to be considered – and carefully,” Womack says.

“No detail was too small to divert his attention. Such details were not obstacles but opportunities. Carefully conceived details added greater meaning, greater clarity, greater significance to the work.”

Jones’ reputation attracted choice projects. Bradley Edwards, B.Arch.’94, who interned in the studio between 1994 and 1999, remarks that the work surpassed his expectations.

“The projects we were getting were kind of unbelievable. There weren’t budgets for these projects, at least in conventional terms, which meant that everything could be carefully considered and designed,” Edwards

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says. “We designed everything from the master plan to napkin rings.”

Jones expected his crew to step up and do a wide range of complicated tasks, says Edwards, who also followed Jones’ footsteps, teaching at the University of Arkansas while running a small practice. One rite of passage for an intern (a paid draftsman prior to licensure) was to size and specify a structural beam for a project under construction, which Edwards describes as a “nerve-racking experience for a kid a few years out of school.”

“Fay’s office was ‘old school’ compared to most offices,” Edwards says. “We did our own structural calculations as well as mechanical and electrical engineering. We only hired consultants when required, by law, for certain building types. Otherwise, we did everything. That sort of thing is really rare in the field today.”

The emphasis on hand drawing, holistic design and no computers (a fax machine finally showed up in the 1990s) made the office an anomaly. Michael Cockram, B.A.’82, remembers a studio visit

by Lawrence Perkins, the retired principle of Perkins and Will, a nationwide architecture firm with offices and projects around the globe. Cockram says Perkins was dumbfounded by the work environment.

“He had just purchased a book about Fay and has us all autograph it,” Cockram recalls. “I was surprised that this immensely successful architect would be asking for my autograph, but he walked around the studio shaking his head, saying something like, ‘This is how you make architecture.

We got too big.’”

Cockram describes his time under Jones’ lead as “an amazing start” to a career in architecture. It opened the door for him to teach architecture at the University of Oregon in Eugene. Most remarkable about his time in the studio was being exposed to Jones’ self-styled architectural “genetic code” for designing great buildings.

“The most important thing I took away from my experience was a comprehensive way of thinking about design. Unlike many architects who are looking for the next wave to ride, Fay developed a refined set of ideas – like a genetic code – for making buildings,” Cockram says.

He worked for Jones between 1990 and 1994. “There was a way of thinking about how the building relates to its site, how spaces flow into each other – on and on down to the smallest detail. There was a logic about how it related to the whole.”

These principles underscore the theories of “organic architecture,” a style of design that looks to nature to inform decisions about a building’s structure, placement and flow. Jones was considered a

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top practitioner, if not the top practitioner, of organic architecture.

Cockram, now an architectural freelance writer, says that Jones gave him an appreciation of natural materials and how to use them. “For example, in detailing stonework, he would sometimes go out into the woods and hand-pick stones for fireplace lintels. He would ask, ‘If you dropped a stone, or found it in nature, how would it lay?’ That’s how you should position it in a wall,” Cockram says.

Employees considered it a good day in the studio when Jones was messing around and talkative, sharing his ideas and stories. At those times, the architect’s lighter side came out and the master-apprentice model worked best. Womack, now a professor of architecture at Oklahoma State University, passes on anecdotes to his students about his time with Jones.

“One story I have told many times is Fay’s story about him watching Frank Lloyd Wright work all morning at a drawing board, drawing, erasing, drawing, erasing,” Womack recalls. “When Wright got up to go to lunch, Fay rushed to the desk to see what wonders Wright had created.

When he looked at the board, he discovered a blank sheet of paper, only smudges remained from Wright’s erasures. Fay remarked, ‘If Frank Lloyd Wright could work all morning long and not come up with an idea, there was hope for me!’ That story gave me a lot of hope for myself, too.”

Of course, Jones’ notoriety began to chip away at his studio time. Jones himself became an architectural superstar in 1990 when he won the American Institute of Architects’ Gold Medal, the most prestigious annual award bestowed by the group. An intense lecture schedule, and later health issues, made it increasingly difficult for his staff to personally interact with him in the latter part of his career. Nonetheless, the environment in the studio was total immersion, steeped in a style of design that defined a man and a significant body of work.

“For the interns, the office was a kind of sanctuary,” Ted Jones says.

“We were literally immersed in the world of working for Fay Jones, and it was inspiring.” n Editor’s note: Writer Jennifer Fulford is married to Daryl Rantis, a Kansas State University graduate, who also worked for Fay Jones between 1988 and 1990.

Photograph of Jones by Al Drap, ca. 1975. Courtesy of Special Collections, University of Arkansas Libraries, Fay Jones Collection, (MC 1373) Series VI, Subseries I, Box 2, Folder 3; Photograph of Jones with students at drawing table, ca. 1975. Courtesy of Special Collections, University of Arkansas Libraries, Fay Jones Collection, (MC 1373) Series VI, Subseries I, Box 2, Folder 3; Butterfly sketch by Jones. Courtesy of Special Collections , University of Arkansas Libraries, Fay Jones Collection, (MC 1373).

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Double Truffle Architecture alumnus becomes urban planner by day,

by Kendall Curlee

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Honors College alumnus Ayodele Yusuf spends his days thinking big picture as an urban designer at Perkins Eastman, one of the largest architecture and urban design firms in New York City. Nights and weekends, he works small, crafting one-inch-square chocolate truffles infused with rose petals, vanilla, dulce de leche and black tea. Melting the chocolate, dreaming up creative ganache fillings and meticulously packaging the creations have provided an important creative outlet, Yusuf said.

“The work that you do with urban design tends to take a long time – there’s permitting, city approvals, financing, and local buy in,” he said, counting off the challenges on his fingers. “With the truffles, you get instant gratification, and that helps me deal with the day to day.”

A 2006 architecture graduate of the Fay Jones School of Architecture, Ayo Yusuf decided to focus on urban design because he felt that would give him the best tools to make an impact back home in Nigeria – especially Lagos, where he grew up.

“Lagos, now the largest city in Africa, has all kinds of infrastructure challenges,” Yusuf said. “When you think of a developing country like Nigeria, you need to think large scale, 20,000 feet up in the air, rather than work out the intricate design of a particular building – urban design gives you the tools needed to do that.”

Thanks to talent and the training and encouragement he received from faculty mentors like Laura Terry, an associate professor of architecture, and Marlon Blackwell, head of the architecture department, Yusuf was one of 22 students accepted into the urban design program at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design, and one of only two students accepted straight out of an undergraduate program.

“My portfolio stood out, I believe, because it was the only one featuring hand drawings – a focus of the U of A architecture program,” Yusuf recalled. “I’ve drawn a lot from my experience at the University of Arkansas – you can go toe to toe with the best of the best.”

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After earning his master’s degree at Harvard, Yusuf was hired at EEK Architects, which later merged with Perkins Eastman. There, he has gotten a jump-start on the urban design he hopes to someday practice in Nigeria. He has helped to redevelop Cleveland’s waterfront and worked on planning projects in Akron, Ohio, and Philadelphia.

Yusuf has also served on an advisory board to review New York City’s waterfront planning, post-hurricane Sandy, and will be involved in planning community redevelopment zones for areas devastated by Hurricanes Irene, Sandy and Tropical Storm Lee. But Yusuf’s career path has not been entirely smooth and straight. In 2010, filled with doubts about the design profession and its limitations, he took time off to consider his options. It was at the end of this period, when looking for Christmas gifts that he could make by hand, that Yusuf decided to try his hand at truffles.

“I knew nothing about truffles and truffle making, but I Googled it, and it looked pretty simple,” he said. Within one week, he’d designed a logo and packaging and decided to take truffles beyond just gifts for friends.

In two years, Yusuf has built demand for his 100 percent organic, vegan truffles with no marketing beyond a website and word-of-mouth buzz. He is especially proud to donate 15 percent of his sales to nonprofit organizations like the U.S.-based African Leadership Academy, which is training the next generation of leaders for Africa.

Yusuf did return to urban design after a four-month sabbatical, and he lights up when discussing his current project: the transformation of an underutilized corporate campus into a 24-hour work-play environment inspired by Google’s campus in Mountain View, Calif.

“You want to give people lots of options,” he said. “It’s about what you produce at the end of the day, not how or when,” he added. Given Yusuf’s dual role as an urban designer/chocolatier, it sounds like Perkins Eastman has found the perfect designer for this particular project. n

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University of Arkansas Points of Pride Research & Awards

• University of Arkansas students won numerous awards in the spring of 2013, including four National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, as well as highly prestigious Goldwater, Udall and Truman Scholarships.

• Emily Chase, an art major in the Fulbright College and an Honors College Fellow, won a Windgate Fellowship Award.

She is the first U of A student to ever win this award, which is arguably the most prestigious undergraduate art award in the nation.

• Nathanael Franks, a member of the third-ranked University of Arkansas men’s track and field team, was named the winner of the 9th Annual Coach Wooden Citizenship Cup. As a Chancellor’s Scholar at the university, Franks completed his undergraduate studies in 2.5 years and earned two degrees in December 2012 – one in chemistry and one in physics.

Recognitions

• The online master’s degree in engineering offered by the University of Arkansas College of Engineering has been ranked No. 4 in the nation as one of the best values in online graduate engineering education by GetEducated.com.

• Northwest Arkansas and the University of Arkansas were featured in the July 2013 issue of U.S. Airways Magazine, the in-flight magazine of U.S. Airways.

Athletics

• For the third-consecutive year and the fifth time in the past six years, the University of Arkansas finished in the top 25 of the Learfield Sports Directors Cup. The competition ranks the nation’s most successful intercollegiate programs on their athletic performance throughout the year.

• Jeff Long, vice chancellor and director of athletics, was honored as the 2013 Arkansas Headliner of the Year at the Arkansas Press Association’s annual honors banquet in June.

He also was named an Under Armour Athletics Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics.

Goals

• To be a top 50 public research university by 2021. ■

Staying Relevant As an alumni association we are constantly asking the question: How can we stay relevant to our members? In addition to being the primary communication vehicle for alumni about the University of Arkansas, we want to produce a “product” that can be helpful to you in your everyday lives.

In this issue of Arkansas magazine, I want to point out two programs, one an enhancement of established practices and the other new, a tool that aids in connections and networking.

Career services is becoming a key component of the student experience at all colleges and universities. The depth and quality of these activities are becoming more of a factor when students and their parents choose a school. I certainly don’t have to tell you that the complexities of the job market are requiring more and better tools to get jobs and to make career advancements.

Career Hogs is the Alumni Association’s career services and professional development component and is a part of our lifelong learning program.

Career Hogs provides enhanced career services, networking and professional development programs to alumni, faculty and other leaders in various sectors. Everyone can benefit from this resource: government, business and non-profit organizations. The program utilizes many virtual, electronic and social media resources to build relationships with our alumni, whether they are entry-level job-seekers or seasoned professionals seeking a career change or that next step up. Visit www.arkansasalumni.org/career for information on this program.

The university’s Student Affairs office also provides significant help through various placement efforts. Our Alumni Association, in collaboration with the U of A Career Development Center, offers Razorback Career Link, a database of employers, positions and alumni job seekers. RCL is a part of the NACE Network, the largest network of college and university career centers.

Secondly, we have just introduced BusinessHogs.com, an online resource for businesses owned by alumni and friends of the university.

We have created business memberships and an online directory. The directory allows alumni to promote their businesses through various listing levels and will serve as a vehicle to encourage Razorbacks to do business with other Razorbacks. Better yet, every business member will receive a complimentary basic listing in www.businesshogs.com, along with a listing on the association’s website and publication features. Visit www.arkansasalumni.org/businessopps to learn more.

AWARENESS CREATES PRIDE… John C. Reap ✪+ ’70 President, Arkansas Alumni Association

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Arkansas Hog Tags Generate $3 Million For Scholarships

Drivers in Arkansas are showing their Razorback pride with more than just car decals and window flags. Since its launch in 1994, the Hog Tags program has not only enabled drivers to display University of Arkansas pride with a red, running Razorback on their license plates, but has provided 1,300 scholarships to students who wish to attend the University of Arkansas.

With more than 500 participants’ signatures, the Arkansas Alumni Association received approval from the legislature in 1994, making Arkansas the first university to achieve such a number. Through promotion, marketing and media efforts on behalf of the Arkansas Alumni Association, the number of Hog Tags on the road has continually grown each year. As of April 2013, reports show that more than 25,000 Hog Tags are in circulation. Compared to the 20,204 in circulation as of January 2013, that is a 27 percent increase.

Receiving $25 from each Hog Tag, the money generated goes to support the Alumni Association’s merit scholars. Because of the number of Hog Tags on the road today, the program has generated more than $3 million since its launch in 1994.

“The increase in the number of Hog Tags on the road is astounding. The hard work and promotion that our scholarship coordinator, Robin January, and our alumni staff, have dedicated to this program is why it is so successful. It is because of this program that we are able to offer the most qualified, creative and motivated students a chance to attend the University of Arkansas,” said Graham Stewart, associate vice chancellor for alumni and executive director for the Arkansas Alumni Association.

“Roads” scholar, Kendall Ruff, of Harrison, expressed her gratitude, saying, “I cannot stress how much help this has been financially for my family. Not only is it great receiving scholarship money from anyone, but the fact that I am receiving money from an association that cares so much about my wellbeing as a student and the well-being of the university I adore makes it even more special to me.”

Awarded with an Alumni Association scholarship, Jalen Smith, of Harrisburg, received his dream of obtaining a scholarship and attending the University of Arkansas. “Coming from a small town, there is no time to ‘dream big.’ Until the ‘Roads’ Scholarship was awarded to me, I never really thought that dreams could actually come true, but I was proven wrong.

This scholarship was my dream, and by the Arkansas Alumni Association’s support, they helped make it come true,” he said.

To find out more, visit http://www.hogtags.org/arkansas.php. ■

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Jeffery Miller ★ BS’97, MS’99 As president of the Arkansas Alumni Association’s Denver Chapter, Jeff Miller considers his position to be a vital link connecting him to the University of Arkansas. After graduation, Miller moved to Denver in 1999. Determined to find a group of people who shared in his passion for the U of A, he met his predecessor, Tom Finley. As president, Finley displayed a passion for the U of A and its Razorbacks, planning chapter watch parties and inviting fellow Hog fans to come together and share in the Razorback pride.

Attending various chapter events, Miller accepted the role of secretary during Finley’s presidency; however, as life brought new opportunities to Finley, his decision to pass the torch was met with the chapter board voting in Miller as president. “Tom didn’t want a president who wasn’t passionate for the Hogs,” he said.

In 2006, after years of involvement with the chapter, Miller accepted the position of president. Working closely with vice president Stephanie Gerard, the two look forward to football season, planning and securing watch party venues for Razorback games, saying, “We just want people from Arkansas to have a place to come and watch the Hogs.”

By surrounding oneself with those who share a common bond, he admits it feels “like a slice of home to see people coming together.”

He wants others who show an interest in the Denver Chapter to also feel that little slice of home, as well as experience the feeling, he explains, of the “tingle up your spine when you Call the Hogs.”

“We want to continue to spread what the U of A has to offer,” Miller said. “We have three scholarships that are given to students from the Denver area to attend the U of A,” he said.

Over the past six years, Miller said, his presidency has been “hands on.” Reaching out to those who are new to the area, presiding over chapter meetings, making sure the chapter meets its stipend and banner requirements, and making important decisions are all just a part of the job. “It’s all about pride. I’m proud to be a part of the Arkansas Alumni Association’s Denver Chapter. It’s my way of paying it back to the University of Arkansas.” ■ Editor’s note: Since this write-up, Miller has moved to Cincinnati and is working to form a new alumni chapter in Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky. We would like to congratulate Miller on his new venture.

Anyone interested in contacting Miller about the new chapter may email him at milehighrazorbacks@yahoo.com.

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by Nicole Allbritton ’07 ’10 When thinking about ways to give back to the community, a person might not immediately think of the term “Helping Like a Hog” as a way to describe a good deed or service. However, according to Heath Bowman, associate director of regional programs for the Arkansas Alumni Association, “Helping Like a Hog” is all about connecting alumni with opportunities to give back to the University of Arkansas through community service.

Since launching in 2011, Bowman has encouraged students, faculty, staff and alumni to give back through the Helping Like a Hog Program.

In 2013, the Arkansas Alumni Association helped to raise awareness for a well in Vietnam. Dedicated alumna, Michelle Bell, traveled to Vietnam and discovered a family in need of a well. “She reached out to us for support, and we helped her spread the word and make a positive, lasting impact in that family’s life. It’s so neat to know that there will always be a Razorback presence in the jungles of Vietnam,” Bowman said.

In March, the National Alumni Board of Directors decided to take part in Helping Like a Hog by stuffing backpacks for students. “I was honestly blown away by the level of ownership that our National Alumni Board of Directors took with the ‘Homework Kit’ project we held at the AAA winter meeting,” he added.

Looking to expand the program, Bowman expressed his excitement about the new changes to the regional alumni programs, saying, “We’re going to be placing a greater focus on service in our new alumni engagement model, and we want to see our local alumni take more ownership of Helping Like a Hog efforts across the globe.” Expanding beyond the Arkansas region, chapters in Dallas, Wichita, Tulsa and Memphis have their own Helping Like a Hog events.

“More often than not, our alumni and friends are the ones who bring service opportunities to light. While we certainly have limits as an organization, we work hard to support each person who steps forward and to help connect those people with members of our Arkansas Alumni family who want to work side-by-side with them to make a difference.”

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The Dallas Chapter of the Arkansas Alumni Association adopted Schulze Elementary School, starting in 2010 as a part of the No Excuses University Network. The program offers schools the opportunity to expose children to higher education. Volunteers spend an hour, once a week, reading to children, listening as the children read back, mentoring and assisting in other school subjects as needed. Kristen Allbritton, president of the Dallas Chapter, said, “The Dallas Chapter has moved with the classes, from second to third and now, fourth grade, during our time volunteering there.”

Apart from working with students, the Dallas Chapter also volunteers with the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. By working with the director and learning of their needs, “it is now our mission to provide volunteers at each major ‘veteran-recognizing’ holiday: Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veterans Day. These efforts to honor our veterans have been some of the chapter’s best-attended community service events,” said Allbritton.

For 13 years, volunteers from the Wichita Chapter have taken part in the Alzheimer’s Walk in memory of a close friend. Understanding the struggle that families face, Judy Covert, president of the Wichita Chapter, said, “More and more people in our group have family or know people with Alzheimer’s. This is a great way to honor their memory.”

When learning of a fellow chapter member’s illness, the ladies of the Wichita Chapter planned a housecleaning day. Covert said that, with every event and kind act, it is all about “helping your fellow man,” and as the chapter looks to continue its effort in serving the community, Covert continuously seeks ideas and opportunities for involvement.

“Where we perceive a need, whether it is sharing resources with others or stuffing backpacks for kids, that is Helping Like a Hog.” Just as important and impactful as helping friends and fellow volunteers is the decision to give back to nature. Discovering that April was “National Volunteer Month,” Mid-South Chapter president David Hall and 12 volunteers met at Lichterman Nature Center in Memphis on a Saturday morning to clean up debris, rake leaves and cut away branches. “Most people find joy in the service of others,” Hall said.

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1. A Tulsa Chapter volunteer prepares an area for planting flowers.

2. A volunteer helps trim away weeds and branches at the Lichterman Nature Center.

3. Tulsa Chapter volunteers plant flowers at the Ronald McDonald House.

4. Mid-South Chapter volunteers helped inspect and box food at the Mid-South Food Bank.

5. Mid-South volunteers at the Lichterman Nature Center in April.

6.Charles Robinson, University of Arkansas vice provost for diversity, reads to students.

7. Women of the Wichita Chapter help clean up the house of fellow chapter member and friend, Kaila Pate.

8. Members of the Mid-South Chapter volunteered at the Mid-South Food Bank in June.

With April proving to be an ideal month for weather and volunteerism, the Tulsa Chapter opted to plan a Helping Like a Hog event at the local Ronald McDonald House, planting flowers and various plants. Chapter treasurer Rebecca Hutchens said, “We had 10 people come out the last Saturday in April to arrange and plant flowers. We planted flowers in the shape of an ‘R’ and an ‘M’ for Ronald McDonald.”

Groups such as Tulsa and Mid-South also talked about and planned ways to volunteer with local food banks. On June 20, volunteers from the Mid-South Chapter helped inspect and box donated food.

Remarking that the goal is to “strive for a hunger-free Mid-South,” Hall was excited to partner with the Mid-South Food Bank.

The events carried out by the Alumni Association and its chapters are evidence that giving back and volunteerism are thriving within communities throughout the world. In February, Bowman, along with members of the association’s Young Alumni Board, planned Hogs Care Week. Throughout the week of Feb. 25-March 2, individuals were

encouraged to perform a random act of kindness and post it to Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Buying someone a cup of coffee, changing a flat tire, holding a door open and even giving a friend a ride, were just some of the random acts of kindness performed by students, alumni, faculty and staff.

Remembering where the program started and witnessing the collaboration among chapters to take part in Helping Like a Hog, Bowman is eager to see what is next in upcoming years. “In five years, I want the Helping Like a Hog program to be widely recognized as an innovative and alumni-led community service program,” Bowman said.

For volunteers like Allbritton, Hall, Covert and Hutchens, service to others is a natural desire for those looking to give back. When reflecting on her reasons for giving back, Allbritton said, “It is great that the university is taking the time to develop a community service program, designed to unite all its fans and alumni through good works across the world! Knowing that we have the power to not only help others but to promote the university drives me to stay involved.” ■

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the Arkansas Alumni Association established the Senior Honor Citation to annually recognize a senior man and woman who exhibit outstanding academic achievement, campus and community involvement and leadership. The citation includes a personal memento, a $500 cash award, a life membership in the Arkansas Alumni Association and permanent recognition on the student honor wall at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House.

This year’s recipients are graduating seniors Clint Shoemake of Bartlesville, Okla., and Katie McGehee of Ozark. They were presented the award during a luncheon with the alumni board of directors and representatives from their colleges on May 10, the day before commencement. Their families, friends and faculty members were also guests.

What is the most valuable experience you’ve obtained at the University of Arkansas?

A: The most valuable experience I’ve received here was writing my honors thesis. Writing something that big and working on such a large project is very intimidating. I had a wonderful mentor, Dr. Sabrina Billings, and I wrote a thesis on Rwanda about its youth and future leaders – the young Rwandans who are attending

2013 Senior Honor university in America and where they will take the country when they are in charge. It was a great experience and I got to work with Rwandan students here on campus, so that was really special.

As a leader on and off campus, how do you balance academics and leadership responsibilities?

A: The most important thing for me in college has been to pursue things I enjoy and always make sure I’m trying to make a beneficial impact on other people. I was president of Students for a Free Tibet, so it is all about raising awareness on what is going on in Tibet. In terms of volunteering, I think sometimes as a college student you become very focused on making the grades and studying for the tests. So, for me, it is very important to go out and volunteer and be a part of all the different segments of society.

What are your plans after graduation?

A: I will be interning at the U.S. Department of State this summer, working in the office of coordinator for Cuban affairs. This will be my second time interning in Washington, D.C. Once I have completed my internship, I will go to graduate school at Tufts University [in Medford, Mass.] for two years before entering the Foreign Service.

What advice would you give to current students about getting involved and making the most of their college experience?

A: Especially your freshman year, just join as many clubs and organizations as you want. Not with the idea that you will remain dedicated to all, but because I think it is important to cast a wide net when you first get here. That way, you can really learn about what you are interested in. My interests changed since freshman year and I learned what I really liked doing.

What inspires you?

A: What inspires me is the example of my family. From a young age, I remember working at the local soup kitchen with my mother. I watched her tutor illiterate adults at the public library. I always saw her as an example of someone who is very involved in the community and is doing what she can to give me, thus, inspiring me to do the same.

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1965 Linda J. Thompson James Lance

1971 Nancy Lou Nelson William R. Meeks III

1977 Cheryl L. Harris Carl Gessler, Jr.

1966 Judy A. Baldridge Clifton C. Stewart, Jr.

1972 Judy Lukas Taylor D. Wilkes

1978 Jean Hopkins Jefferey W. Roblee

1967 Rosemary Hoag Stephen M. Rousseau

1973 Margie Ann Chapman Jeffrey Alan Bell

1979 Jeanette L. Fetzer Timothy E. Perry

1968 Carol Jan Harris Mack McLarty

1974 Debbie Wernet Graham Catlett

1980 Susan M. Searcy Walker M.“Skip” Ebel

1969 Linda Faulkner John Michael Condit

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Carol Volk Randall G. Oxford

1981 Elizabeth Wellborn John S. McDaniel

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1976 Roberta Boyd Kenneth L. Stewart

1982 Anne E. Baxley John M. James

Christine Lee Henry

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Katie Mc Gehee her take care of others has inspired me to do the same. My father passed down his work ethic and love for agriculture, so growing up on a farm definitely prepared me to feed people. Other mentors along the way helped develop my global perspective, and interacting with similarly passionate people has been the fuel that’s kept me going. Everyone in the poultry industry takes the responsibility of feeding the world very seriously, but they also take on the responsibility we have as people to transform lives. We all have the tools to be transformational leaders; what I happen to be holding in my hand is a chicken. Working with the women of the Ikiraro egg farm in Rwanda has inspired me every day, and will continue to encourage me to do whatever it is I do. n

1983 Lee Antoinette Miller G. Lane Keeter

1989 Frank V. Broadstreet Lesley C. Dinwiddie

1995 Tonya Threlkeld Lawless Andrew Lavery

2001 Rey Krisantis Erin Stone

2007 Dwayne Bensing Megan Harris

1984 Karen M. Cunningham Brian M. Rosenthal

1990 Charles E. King Joanna Long

1996 Nam H. Le Celisa A. Steele

2002 Jennifer David Ben Hood

2008 Zach Donnell Jessica Fay

1985 Lisa M. Bocquet Eric O. Wear

1991 Amy L. Boast John P. Hogan

1997 Michele S. Cronkhite Christopher L. Turner

2003 Stephanie Gosnell Andrew King

2009 Erin Gray Nate Looney

1986 Lisa Renee Pruitt Mark Middleton

1992 Robert E. Adair Kimbra A. Bell

1998 Ashley Rodgers Jeremy Smith

2004 Benjamin D. Austrin-Willis Shrieen Yvette Husain

2010 Mattie Miller Bookhout David Matthew Haynie

1987 Brett Avery Peters Lori Genene Aylett

1993 Michael E. Newcity Mary A. Nies

1999 Amy C. Drake James J. Carney

2005 Rebecca Lynn Stubbs N. Wesley Hunt

2011 Billy J. Fleming Kristin A. Watson

1988 Andrew A. Cole Donna J. Loeschner

1994 Rachel Olivia Cripps Todd A. Williams

2000 Angela Maxwell Robert Jason Reed

2006 David Deitz Catherine St. Clair

2012 Ryan Harris Kayln Williams

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What is the most valuable experience you’ve obtained at the University of Arkansas?

A: What works for me won’t work for every student. I love to network and by expanding my network and opening my mind to other people’s experiences; it has given me insights that enrich my life. In particular, it was that travel experience of immersing myself in another culture and investing in other people who taught me more than I could ever teach them. My greatest experience in college was meeting and building a relationship with my “sister” Jacky in Rwanda. She’s the woman who fuels my fire by watching her provide for her family. She saw a better life before anyone else did.

As a leader on and off campus, how do you balance academics and leadership responsibilities?

A: One piece of advice one of my advisers gave me was don’t let school get in the way of your education. The skills I have gained and how I have sharpened my tools inside and outside the classroom, I think that’s what this whole experience is about. I learned a lot inside the classroom but outside, I learned more about life and that’s what guided me to take the lessons I learned and put them into context of real life.

What are your plans after graduation?

A: I have taken a job with Tyson Foods and will start in Springdale at corporate, working through the end of the year. I obtained a position in production planning, which is all about learning the big picture. I need to work on some skills in hatchery and processing plants, so I’ll start at corporate as an operations associate before moving to Clarksville.

What advice would you give to current students about getting involved and making the most of their college experience?

A: Take chances. I never dreamed I would grow up to be the girl who raises chickens in Africa. Find something that is bigger than yourself, that started before you and will continue long after you are gone and chase after that.

What inspires you?

A: My mother passed down her huge heart for service, and watching

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Alumni Endowed Scholar Spends Summer Interning at Mayo Clinic Looking to do something different with her summer, University of Arkansas senior and Alumni Endowed Scholar, Megan Wood, of Washington, Mo., spent her junior year scouring the Internet for internship opportunities. She knew she wanted to spend her summer working with and learning about the medical field as she pursues a major in biochemistry.

Torn between two passions – research and medicine, she applied for an internship with the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. “They called me in March and told me I had gotten the position,” she said.

Throughout the 10-week program, she spent her days working in a lab, focusing on polycystic kidney disease; attending seminars to learn of other research being conducted in the field; reading academic literature and learning from her mentor, Dr. Ward.

Provided the opportunity to research independently, she said one of the biggest challenges is “the research is different from anything I’ve ever done before. I’ve had to acclimate to a different research environment.”

Wood appreciates the opportunity and impact of her time spent at the Mayo Clinic, saying that the connections made will be life-long and could possibly benefit her in the coming years. She plans to attend medical school after graduation, and she is looking into the possibility of incorporating a Ph.D. in research. “I’m thinking of pursuing an M.D., which would be a seven- to eight-year program,” she said.

Whatever path she pursues, Wood is grateful for her time at the University of Arkansas and the generosity of the people who have helped her and the opportunities provided to her as a student. Her appreciation for the Arkansas Alumni Association endowed scholarship is something she plans to carry with her after graduation.

“It will be hard to leave the University of Arkansas because it was such a pinnacle point in my life. I will definitely join the Arkansas Alumni Association and look forward to volunteering for the annual scholarship review,” she said. “I look forward to the time that I get to give back to the U of A because it gave so much to me.” ■

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Sustaining Students Since 1990 The Arkansas Alumni Association scholarship program began in 1990 with $6,200 in awards given to students. Since then, the program has grown substantially with the Alumni Association’s main endowment supporting eight alumni-endowed scholars yearly. This year, the association expects to award $1 million to incoming freshmen and current University of Arkansas students.

The program comprises various scholarships, all of which rely on the dedication and passion of University of Arkansas alumni, friends and members of the Arkansas

Alumni Association. The Arkansas Hog Tag program generated more than $600,000 annually in scholarships.

The Black Alumni Society has provided $275,000 in scholarships to minority students since 1994 and has become the largest society scholarship program; the Alumni Association’s chapters award an estimated $70,000 annually and since 2008, membership proceeds have provided $304,000 in scholarships to upperclassmen.

To see a full listing current Arkansas Alumni Association scholars, visit www.arkansasalumni.org/scholars. ■

2013 Non-Traditional Student Leadership Awards Zach Henderson and Hanna Cline are the recipients of the Arkansas Alumni Association’s Non-Traditional Student Leadership Award for 2013. Partnering with Off Campus Connections, the award recognizes non-traditional undergraduate students who must demonstrate excellence in achievement while balancing and engaging in life circumstances and issues. At the official awards ceremony, recipients are presented with a $500 check and a commemorative clock.

Henderson, an English major from Fayetteville, has experienced many struggles in his 24 years. Spending much of his life in Texas and Canada, the situation he experienced at home led him to leave high school at the age of 15, complete his degree through a mail correspondence program with Texas Tech University and go to work full time. He worked a full-time job and maintained a full class schedule, all without a car for up to two years at a time, he said.

“That time in my life was quite liberating because it gave me a sense of empowerment, so I threw myself into it,” he said.

Attempting to find a balance between work and school, Henderson said that sometimes, “you don’t find the balance.” In addition to work and school, he volunteered with the Fayetteville Public Library, Head Start and as the vice president and volunteer coordinator of the University of Arkansas’ English Honors Society.

“What it comes down to is that they all do good things and not enough people are involved with them. I am cautious of how I spend my free time. If there are things that are fun and rejuvenating, and they serve a purpose, those are the things worth doing,” he said.

Graduating in May 2013, Henderson spent his summer studying Spanish in Mexico. “The Spanish culture is awesome. Spanish poetry is just beautiful and the people love talking about literature and poetry,” he added.

Now he is teaching English in San Antonio public schools and working to initiate a non-profit model that will “reach a need for after-school literacy programs for middle-schoolers in underprivileged districts,” he said. After two years in the public schools, his plans are to attend a writing and law program with a goal of working “closely with civil liberties groups, with a focus on women’s and minority liberties.”

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Cline, a pre-vet major from Kingston, is a single mother and sole provider for her 1-year-old daughter. Devoting her time to maintaining the family farm, she also works as a director on a cemetery board association and is an ambassador for the Kingston Future Farmers of America in the Madison County Cattlemen’s Association. Working 20 hours per week between her two jobs, she manages to drive three hours between campus and home each day.

Saying that she has wanted to be a veterinarian her entire life, several reasons factored into her decision to attend the University of Arkansas.

“I want to be a veterinarian. I want to come back here [to Kingston].

I want to do this for my family, my daughter, my community and for myself. I need to do this,” she said.

After learning she was pregnant with her daughter, the possibility of going to college seemed out of reach. Provided with the support of her parents, Cline took a tour of campus and “fell in love.”

“Networking is a skill I have found that I enjoy. It’s helping me to find more opportunities, and I like having my associations back home because it helps to remind the community that I still live here and I still want to be involved; I am coming back,” she said.

Although she is just starting her sophomore year, Cline has hopes of being accepted into veterinary school and earning a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.

Passionate about animals, Cline added, “I want to enlarge my farm and raise show animals for my daughter. I hope having a career as a veterinarian will help me help my community and improve the lives of my daughter and myself.” ■

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Arkansas Alumni Association Announces New Board Members Six University of Arkansas graduates have begun their three-year term on the Arkansas Alumni Association Board of Directors.

The 33 members of the board of directors assist in the Alumni Association’s mission: to connect and serve the University of Arkansas family. The new board members are profiled below.

John Forrest Ales B.A.’02, Washington, D.C. Ales is vice president of brand public relations at Hilton Worldwide, serving as a global spokesman and leading external communication strategies for the company in 80 countries. His career has been successful in agency, government and corporate environments such as Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and the Louisiana governor’s office. While a student at the university, Ales was active in many organizations including service as director of public relations and promotions with student-produced UATV and as a senator in the Associated Student Government. He received the Arkansas Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Award in 2011. Ales was presented the Golden Bridge Award in 2011 and was named PR Professional of the Year.

Susan Gilbert Kemp B.S.H.E.’73, M.S.’75, Mountain View A retired educator, Susan Kemp taught family and consumer sciences for 26 years at Rural Special High School and Mountain View High School. She is active in her community and state, having served on the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences Alumni Board of Directors and the Ozarka College Foundation Board since 2003. Additionally, she has served on the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce Board, the Stone County Single Parent Scholarship Fund and the Stone County Scholarship Foundation. Kemp is also a member of The Committee of 100 is a statewide organization that supports special projects of the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View.

Emanuel Banks B.S.C.E.’87, North Little Rock A registered professional engineer, Banks is assistant chief engineer of operations at the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department. He has more than 22 years of engineering experience and serves as a member of the Transportation Research Board and the department’s subcommittees on construction and maintenance. While a student at the university, Banks participated in Alpha Phi Alpha. He is a member of the Black Alumni Society of the Arkansas Alumni Association, serving as chair of the Scholarship Committee. He is active in his community including service as a board member for River City Ministry.

Lott Rolfe IV B.S.E.’94, Maumelle An owner and principal attorney with Rolfe Law Firm, P.A., Lott Rolfe IV practices law in North Little Rock. Prior to opening his practice, he gained experience as an attorney with Leverett and Watts, P.L.L.C., the Arkansas Public Defender Commission, and the Little Rock City Attorney’s office. He is active in his community as a member of the W. Harold Flowers Law Society and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Rolfe is a member of the Black Alumni Society, having served in various leadership roles including president and reunion chair.

Laura Jacobs B.A.’95 MED’05, Fayetteville Jacobs has a wide range of experience in newspapers, higher education and a national arts institution. She has served as the communications director for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville since 2011. Prior to joining Crystal Bridges, Jacobs worked with the University of Arkansas office of university relations. She is active in her community, serving as a member of the board of directors for the Northwest Arkansas Tourism Association.

Jacobs is a former editor of Arkansas magazine, which, under her editorship, won awards for four consecutive years including the Bronze Quill Award of Excellence from the International Association of Business Communicators in 2007 and 2008.

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Roger H. Sublett B.S.E.’64, MA’65 Mason, Ohio An Arkansas native, Roger Sublett was appointed president of Union Institute and University in Cincinnati. Sublett has extensive experience in academic leadership having served as a professor, dean, provost, associate vice president for academic affairs, chief operations officer and acting president. Previously serving as director of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Kellogg National Fellowship/Leadership program, he is a frequent speaker, and advocate in the areas of adult and continuing education and leadership. Sublett has served as executive vice president for the Association of Continuing Higher Education and president of the Coalition for Adult Education Organization ■

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Alumni, friends and prospective students turned out to enjoy freshly steamed crawfish and play games along the beach.

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-5It was a record turnout again this year for the Dallas Chapter’s “Head to the Hill” student send-off reception April 30 at the Bent Tree Country Club.

More than 300 attended the event, which brought representatives from across the University of Arkansas together to speak with incoming Razorbacks.

-6Torrey Eason, a U of A admissions recruiter, hosted a send-off for Chicago area students on May 9 in conjunction with the Chicago Arkansas Club.

More than 30 future Razorbacks and parents turned out for the event and learned how to Call the Hogs!

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She received her Golden Tower Society pin and certificate and a medallion commemorating 50 years as a U of A graduate.

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Long Named An Under Armour Athletics Director of the Year Jeff Long, the University of Arkansas’ vice chancellor and director of athletics, has been named an Under Armour Athletics Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics.

Long is one of four honorees from the Football Bowl Subdivision and will be formally recognized during association’s 48th annual convention at the World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, June 15, at the James J. Corbett Awards Luncheon. This is the second time in as many years Long has been honored for his work at the U of A. In 2012, Long was a finalist for the SportsBusiness Journal Athletic Director of the Year.

“Once again, Jeff Long has been recognized as one of the premier leaders in intercollegiate Jeff Long athletics,” Chancellor G. David Gearhart said.

“In his time at Arkansas, Jeff has transformed Razorback Athletics into a nationally respected holistic program committed to developing student-athletes to their fullest potential. With his leadership, our athletic program continues to set new standards of success on the fields of competition and in the classroom. Congratulations to Jeff on this prestigious award. I am proud of his many accomplishments and look forward to his continued contributions as a key member of our university’s leadership team.”

Now in his sixth year at the university, Long has revitalized a tradition-rich athletics program through a period of unprecedented transition and national attention. In 2012, the Razorbacks finished 20th in the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup, the best for the program since the current scoring format was adopted. In 2013, Arkansas

advanced 16 programs to postseason competition including capturing four SEC championships and one NCAA title in men’s indoor track and field. Academically, Razorback student-athletes posted a program-high 3.09 GPA in 2013 and volunteered more than 6,500 community service hours.

Long guided the program to a record breaking fundraising year and helped prepare the program for the future by launching the first four projects of the Athletic Facilities Master Plan. In 2012, Arkansas broke ground on a $40 million football center, while also getting approval for a StudentAthlete Success Academic and Dining facility, a new basketball practice facility and a baseball and indoor track training facility. Despite all of these accomplishments, it was Long’s courageous leadership in adversity that helped steady a program, bolster a university and unite a state. Throughout the process, he helped dissolve pervasive cynicism about the morals of those in leadership and restore confidence in the integrity of intercollegiate athletics. In appreciation of his leadership, a private gift of $1.25 million was made to establish a student-athlete development program at the University of Arkansas.

Long is also helping shape the future of intercollegiate athletics within the SEC and nationally. He is a member of the NCAA Championships Cabinet and the Division IA Athletic Directors Executive Committee. In addition to Long, other Football Bowl Subdivision Athletic Directors honored include Jeff Compher (Northern Illinois / East Carolina), John Currie (Kansas State) and Kevin White (Duke). ■

Athletics Lands Another Top-25 Finish in Directors Cup For the third consecutive year and the fifth time in the past six years, the University of Arkansas has finished in the top 25 of the Learfield Sports Directors Cup, a competition ranking the nation’s most successful intercollegiate programs on their athletic performance throughout the year.

The Razorbacks finished No. 21 in the final standings released this summer by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of America.

Arkansas accumulated a school record 830 total points to extend the most successful stretch of Directors Cup rankings in school history. In addition to last year’s 20th-place finish, the Razorbacks finished 24th in 2010-11, 25th in 2008-09 and 24th in 2007-08. The university finished third in the nation among programs with 19 or fewer sports and fifth among programs with 20 or fewer sports.

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Arkansas’ total points eclipsed last year’s school record of 811 and ranked it ahead of nine of the other 13 Southeastern Conference schools in the standings. The Razorbacks also set a program record scoring 460 points in women’s sports, including contributions from eight different programs.

“Thanks to the extraordinary success of our more than 460 Razorback student-athletes, the University of Arkansas has once again earned its place among the elite intercollegiate athletic programs in the nation,” said Jeff Long, vice chancellor and director of athletics. “Finishing among the top 25 programs in the Directors Cup is directly attributable to the dedicated efforts of our student-athletes, coaches and staff.

“I am especially proud of the record-breaking contributions of our women’s sports programs this year,” Long said. “Their success further

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demonstrates the benefits of a combined program while showcasing the strength of our all-sports program. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes and coaches on their accomplishments. And finally, thank you to the Razorback fans for providing their passionate support for what was a successful and memorable 2012-13 competitive year.

Contributing points made by Arkansas teams for the Learfield Sports Directors Cup standings: • 100 – Men’s indoor track and field team • 85 – Men’s outdoor track and field team • 80 – Women’s indoor track and field team • 70.5 – Women’s outdoor track and field team • 68.5 – Gymnastics team • 67.5 – Men’s golf team • 67.5 – Men’s cross country team • 62.25 – Women’s golf team • 56 – Women’s cross country team • 50 – Softball team • 50 – Baseball team • 48 – Swimming and diving team • 25 – Volleyball team • 830.25 – Total ■

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Razorbacks Introduce Never Yield Campaign basketball practice facility, the Student-Athlete Success Center and the baseball and track indoor training facility. All three projects are vital to the growth of the program and the future development of Razorback student-athletes.

Never Yield originates from a signature line in the University of Arkansas’ fight song and captures the spirit and passion of Razorback student-athletes, coaches and fans. While it has always been a battle cry specific to the University of Arkansas, Never Yield will serve as a program wide motto to help raise the national profile of Razorback Athletics while bringing fans together in their support for the more than 460 student-athletes representing the University of Arkansas.

The Never Yield campaign will also include additional components including a social media initiative for Razorback fans and a student engagement initiative for University of Arkansas students.

“We are asking all Razorbacks to join us in recognizing our rich heritage of success while celebrating the distinguishing determination displayed by our student-athletes, coaches and fans,” Long said. “At the University of Arkansas, we will Never Yield!”

More information on how fans can get involved is available at arkansasrazorbacks.com/NeverYield or by calling 479-575-4823. ■

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For more than a century, the Arkansas Razorbacks have been defined by their unwavering determination for success. Now fans can help celebrate that tradition and legacy by participating in the Never Yield campaign.

In the course of the next week, various elements of the Never Yield campaign will be unveiled on ArkansasRazorbacks.com to inform Razorback fans on the numerous ways they can be a part of this multifaceted interactive campaign.

“Never Yield is an opportunity to show the rest of the country our desire to compete and win in all aspects of intercollegiate athletics,” said Jeff Long, vice chancellor and director of athletics. “Our fight song proclaims that ‘Arkansas will never yield,’ and that embodies our approach to achieving success on the athletic fields, in the classroom and in our community. Never Yield also represents our program’s unwavering commitment to providing our student-athletes with the facilities and resources they need to reach their fullest potential through intercollegiate athletics. Appropriately, the first initiative of Never Yield is targeted at securing that support.”

The Never Yield fundraising initiative will provide support for three key projects in the Razorback Athletics Facilities Master Plan – the

Two Women’s Teams Earn National Academic Honors The Razorbacks women’s teams in indoor track and swimming and diving were named among the top academic programs in the country by their respective national associations in July.

The women’s indoor track team was named the top academic team nationally for the second year in a row, posting a 3.28 cumulative grade point average and a fourth-place finish at the indoor national meet earlier this year.

“Obviously this is a great achievement for these young women and the University of Arkansas,” said Lance Harter, head coach of the Razorbacks women’s track and cross country teams. “One of the things that we stress is academics, and for 55 student-athletes, that is an impressive GPA. When you consider the demands on their time competing throughout the year, I couldn’t be more proud.”

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Razorback Road Overall there were 187 all-academic teams named by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association, with 10 coming from the Southeastern Conference.

Individually, the 13 Razorback women posted grade point averages between 3.29 and a perfect 4.0. Martine Borge (3.59, general business), Kaitlin Flattman (4.0, biology), Kirsten Hesseltine (3.79, childhood education), Grace Heymsfield (3.75, dietetics), Jessica Kamilos (3.63, kinesiology), Shannon Klenke (3.95, business economics), Sandi Morris (3.89, journalism), Tamara Myers (3.58, accounting), Danielle Nowell (3.73, kinesiology), Diane Robison (3.56, kinesiology), Semehar Tesfaye (3.29, food science), Keri Wood (4.00, business administration) and Megan Zimlich (3.50 (interior design) were named to the list that included 710 women from 187 schools across the country.

To qualify for the individual award, student-athletes must have compiled a cumulative GPA of 3.25 and met either of the following academic standards: for the indoor season, a student-athlete must have finished the regular season ranked in the national top 96 in an individual event or ranked in the national top 48 in a relay event.

The women’s swimming and diving team earned the College Swimming Coaches Association of America’s 2013 Scholar All-America Team award, boasting the ninth-highest team GPA in the country. In addition to the Team Scholar All-America award, the Razorbacks placed three women on the Individual Scholar All-America award list and had five swimmers make the Honorable Mention Scholar All-American award list.

The CSCAA Team Scholar All-American award is presented twice annually to teams who achieved a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher. The Razorbacks achieved the nation’s ninth-highest team GPA, 3.56, and the highest GPA of all scoring teams at the 2013 NCAA Championships. Arkansas placed 26th overall at the national championship meet with 24 points, the program’s best finish since 1990.

The CSCAA Individual Scholar All-American award is presented to swimmers and divers who earned a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester or cumulative average and competed at their respective national championship. Nikki Daniels, Anna Mayfield and Susanna White each received this honor. ■

Jackson Selected Razorbacks Men’s Tennis Coach Andy Jackson, whose teams have made 22 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, has been hired as the new men’s tennis coach at the University of Arkansas, Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long announced earlier this year.

“Coach Jackson has demonstrated the ability to lead nationally competitive tennis programs within the Southeastern Conference,” Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long says. “His record of sustained success, first at Mississippi State and then at Florida, is confirmation that he knows what it takes to compete and win in the nation’s most challenging men’s tennis conference. Andy also has a

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tremendous record of developing student-athletes Academic All-SEC citations, and he has coached five two-time on and off the court. I am confident that under his Academic All-Americans. leadership, our men’s tennis program will return “I am honored to be the new head coach at the University to national prominence while competing for both of Arkansas and appreciate the opportunity Jeff Long has given individual and team championships. We are excited to me to help lead this program back to a place as a consistent welcome Andy to Razorback Athletics.” national contender in men’s tennis,” Jackson says. “As a Jackson has 29 years of head coaching experience coach in the SEC for nearly 30 years, I know the challenges at Florida and Mississippi State, compiling a 496-234 of competing in this league. At the University of Arkansas, record, and is the only coach to win an SEC title at I am confident we can build a program that will compete two different schools. He has won three conference successfully not only in the SEC, but nationally.

Andy Jackson regular-season titles, three conference tournament “We will focus our efforts on the development of our crowns and three times earned SEC Coach of the Year honors. For his student-athletes not just on the court, but in the classroom and in last 24 years, he has coached men’s teams in Gainesville and Starkville, all aspects of their lives. I have tremendous respect for this program’s and all 24 teams finished the season ranked in the top 25, with 13 of history and for the commitment the University of Arkansas has made those in the top 10, including a No. 2 ranking in the final poll of 2003. to men’s tennis. I am excited to begin working with our student-athletes In his career, he has produced seven 20-plus win seasons and advanced and investing in the future success of Razorback Tennis.” to the NCAA finals site 20 times with seven quarterfinal appearances Jackson most recently served as the men’s head coach at Florida and three trips to the semifinal round. from 2001-12, winning 209 matches, the third-highest total in school Individually, he has coached nine collegiate grand slam event history, after inheriting a team that was 9-17 the year before he arrived. champions, three SEC Players of the Year, four SEC Rookies of the He led the Gators to conference titles in 2003 and 2005 and SEC Year and two ITA National Rookies of the Year. He also has coached 43 Tournament crowns in 2003 and 2011 and was named SEC Coach of NCAA singles qualifiers and 26 doubles’ teams to qualify for the NCAA the Year in 2002 and 2005. ■ tournament with 34 All-America honors. His players have earned 70

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YesterYear 1903

Due to war-time necessity, the university’s Homecoming parade reverted to the use of horsedrawn floats.

A chemical engineering curriculum is established in the department of chemistry, prior to creation of the College of Engineering.

George Cole becomes the head football coach and Eugene Lambert the head basketball coach.

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The first deans of the colleges of arts and sciences, engineering and education are named: Edgar Finley Shannon, William N. Gladson and Ralph Jewell, respectively.

The Arkansas Traveler prints a list of about 600 students who had previously attended the university but were now serving in the Armed Forces.

1953

Nell Bird is elected editor of a new student magazine on campus called Arkansan.

Coach Hugo Bezdek resigns to take a similar position at the University of Oregon.

1923

J.C. Braswell, LeRoy Campbell and Arthur J. McDaniel, members of the university’s first football team, were awarded their letters at halftime of the Texas game. They had played under coach John C. Futrall, who later became president of the university, at a time when letters weren’t awarded. Futrall’s widow, Annie Duke Futrall, presented the letters to the surviving members of the first team.

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Hearts Up, a student-staged play with script by Mullins McRaven and score by William Paisley, proved a hit at the Ozark Theatre. The play depicted university life and singers 1993 Razorback caption: “When Bid Day arrives, members Catherine Butler and Michelle Neville are happy to welcome new pledges to the Phi Mu family. were accompanied by the jazz Bid Day marked the end of hard work and big decisions during rush week. downbeat of The Arkansas Travelers.

A student painted the Spoofer response to the effect of the Great Depression Stone a vivid shade of red at Halloween, In what was perhaps a forerunner to on students’ pocketbooks. Instead, the board and members of the Acacia club took it the cheerleading squad, a group called the made it possible for each student “to have upon themselves to scrub the paint off the Arkansas Riot Squad pledged to attend all his picture placed in the Razorback for one stone in November. football games, both at home and away, “to dollar,” the photographer’s cost.

Fireproof stairwells and an elevator have an ample supply of yells and stunts to 1943 are installed in Old Main, replacing the keep up the ‘pep and ginger’ of the team.”

A movie filmed on campus in the spring wooden stairs.

Girls were to wear white skirts and red was premiered at the Chi Omega Greek sweaters, while boys were to wear regulation 1963 Theatre with more than 2,000 people hats, white trousers and red sweaters.

An architectural design for a home drawn watching. Every college and school of the 1933

by Fay Jones is featured in House Beautiful university was represented during the first Professor Henry Tovey, who scored the magazine. half of the film, and student activities and music for the university’s Alma Mater, died campus life were featured in the second half.

2003 in Little Rock after a brief illness. He had led A bronze sculpture depicting American the music department for 25 years.

Robert A. Leflar was chosen as the second Indians and titled Courage to Lead is dean of law following the death of Dean donated to the university by Don Marrs The university’s Board of Publications Julian S. Waterman just as the fall semester and James Kunzelman. n abolished class dues that supported opened for classes. publication of the yearbook, partly in

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If you have any information on the whereabouts of these Architecture alumni and former students, please contact the Arkansas Alumni Association at 1-888-ARK-ALUM so that we may update our records.

Chrissy R. Schube James Scott Barrett William Russell Shaw Shahin Motamedi Frank Donahue Billy R. Nix Rodney R. Hust Stephan C. Reinke Nancy Wade Phillips Eng Yeow Kuan David Henderson Haney Joe Michel James Vykopal Byung K. Cho Joseph M. Williamson Jayme Loe Bushmiaer Kendall Presscott Nixon Lynn Ellis Carlos Daniel Chain Donald Lee Edwards Peiman Sadaghyani Susan L. McKimmey Sapura Harun Sohor Ahmad S. Ahmak

Biokpo S. George Bobby Robinson Mary Loutitia Springer Daniel C. Cowling Christopher Rogers Stell Mahmood B. Lashkajani Richard Rawlins Tennill Thomas Langford Jessica Lee Johnson Frederick S. Kerpel William A. Davidson Debra Sterling Huff Mercedes Stadthagen Kerry L. Shipley Yong Razidah Rashid Kelley Mitchell Jonathan Ong Suzana D. Christmann Jerry W. Gentry Toni Usher Turley Barry P. Wiles Margaret Daniels Cecilia W. Lawrence

Norhayati Abdullah Craig M. Smith Kok Peng Tan Troy Allan Hawkins Azmi Othman Khian Hong Tan Jody L. Wilmoth Michael Edward Easley Raymond Chukwudi Okonkwo Stanley E. Bufford Charles Thomas Smith Jason L. Cerchie Kareem Jack Deborah Marshall DeShazo Nelson Hodges David L. Carlon Mike Rayburn Siti Marwiah Hasim Miss Karen L. Bromstad David L. Henderson Thomas Langford Janelle Farabee Eva Sambale

Virginia Adelia Baker Ching Shing Shaw Jeremy A. Wolf Debra Sterling Pucci Fegtly Kathleen Bynum Rahim Narziah Abdul Yee Wah Siew Ah Heng Loo Alan Reid Miles Justin Eral Howard Sunny Elizabeth Long Jorge Rodrigo Munoz Mariaca Banafsheh M. Barnett Sean Chee Kung David Sidney Cox Judith Benham James R. Porter Mark Stephen Wampler Yew Khong Ho James Ray Smith Mustafa M. C. Yasin Teck Choon Yee Arsiah Abdul Hamid

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Similarly, the legacy of William R. “Bill” Toller is being memorialized with a $1 million gift to the university from his wife, Jo Ella, and support the university during their children, Bob Toller, Michelle Augustini and lifetime, without affecting their budgets Greg Toller. The contribution, which is being and lifestyles or putting their families at made through a charitable lead trust, will provide risk. Recently, the University of Arkansas $750,000 toward the Jim and Joyce Faulkner benefited from two $1 million planned Performing Arts Center, and the remaining gifts, each given for different designations $250,000 will establish a scholarship for the and given in different ways. benefit of the Arkansas Alumni Association.

Jack R. Jacobs of Tulsa, Okla., wanted Bill Toller, a 1955 graduate of the Walton to find a way to memorialize his son, College, passed away in December 2011. The Dana, and also give back to the College former chairman and CEO of Witco Chemical of Engineering. He was able to do just Company Inc. was an active volunteer and that with a $1 million planned gift to advocate of the university and served on the establish the Dana Jacobs Memorial Walton College Dean’s Executive Advisory Board, Endowed Scholarship. the Campaign for the Twenty-First Century Jacobs’s gift, which is designated to Steering Committee and the Board of Advisors. the department of electrical engineering, Bill and Jo Ella’s son, Bob Toller, noted the Jack and Betty Jacobs significance of the gift to their family. “The will be used to support students in the department who have a financial need and Faulkner Performing Arts Center gives us an the academic ability needed to succeed. excellent opportunity to be a part of something “There is a definite need to educate more new and important to the university,” he said. young engineers in this vital field, and “The scholarship honors something my father this gift will allow us to do just that,” said was always passionate about – giving students Terry Martin, professor and associate dean the opportunity to afford a quality education. of the College of Engineering and an We hope this gift makes a meaningful impact electrical engineer himself. on the university that he loved so dearly.”

Jacobs, a 1951 graduate of the Sam M. The $250,000 allocated to the Arkansas Walton College of Business, originally Alumni Association will establish the William came to the university based on a R. Toller Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship. recommendation from a good friend, Recipients of the scholarship will be selected Louis Shackelford, who was also an from the pool of applicants for Arkansas Alumni alumnus. He calls this gift his “payback” Association freshman scholarships. because of his experience on campus and Graham Stewart, associate vice chancellor for Jo Ella and the late Bill Toller successful career. “I’ve been blessed,” he alumni, said he is proud to have the Toller name said. “So, I wanted to help other people.” associated with their scholarship program. “We already have warm thoughts The scholarship is named in honor of Jacobs’s middle son, of the Tollers every time we hear the Bill and Jo Ella Toller Celebration Bell Dana, who passed away in 2000. Dana worked in the electrical toll in the Alumni House,” he said. “They are a wonderful example of all engineering field, which is why Jacobs chose that designation. the values we promote within our organization, so we are thrilled that this In 2011, Jacobs used an IRA Rollover to make a planned gift to gift will honor their loyalty and love for Arkansas.” the Dorothy E. King Equine Program, also in memory of Dana, Bill Toller was recognized as a distinguished alumnus of the university because of his love for horses. in 1997 and received the Walton College lifetime achievement award Jacobs chose to make this gift in the form of a charitable remainder in 1999. In 2001, he and Jo Ella were inducted into the Towers of trust. David Hall, director of planned giving, worked with Jacobs to Old Main, a recognition society for the university’s most generous ensure they were using the most appropriate planned giving option benefactors, because of their gifts to the Toller Honors College for his gift. “Jack had specific, very important things he wanted to Fellowships and the Bill and Jo Ella Toller Celebration Bell at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House. accomplish. In addition to his desire to make a generous gift to the These donors are excellent examples of how planned giving provides University of Arkansas, he wanted to honor the memory of his dear flexibility and convenience for philanthropic purposes. To plan your son and to know his wife would be receiving income throughout her own impact, please contact David C. Hall, director of planned giving, at lifetime. This trust met all Jack’s needs,” said Hall. “To me, it was (479) 575-7271 or davidh@uark.edu. ■ philanthropy at its best.”

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The Central Arkansas Regional Advancement Office is open for business in the Metropolitan Tower in downtown Little Rock. The office space, which is utilized by advancement professionals, staff members from enrollment services and any other university officials traveling to Central Arkansas for university purposes, was made possible thanks to Flake & Kelley Commercial and Capitol Avenue Development Corp. The office was established to give the university a greater presence in the Little Rock area and connect with alumni, prospective students and donors who live there.

“This space will give us the much-needed flexibility to carry on official university business in an area where we have a large concentration of alumni and prospective students,” said Chancellor G. David Gearhart. “We are grateful to Flake & Kelley Commercial and Capitol Avenue Development Corporation for providing us with this opportunity and are pleased to have a concrete presence in central Arkansas.”

The Little Rock location, which opened in May, is staffed by Kathy Edgerton, director of regional advancement programs.

Her position is dedicated to strengthening the university’s presence in Little Rock and the central Arkansas region.

“Little Rock is vital to our success as advancement professionals,” said Chris Wyrick, vice chancellor for university advancement. “This space will give them the opportunity to have a home base away from the Hill and will give them another venue option for meeting constituents and hosting events.” ■

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Our Doors Are Open!

Come visit us!

Central Arkansas Regional Advancement Office 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1562 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 313-2962

Thank you for another great year!

For the third year in a row, the University of Arkansas has raised over $100 million.

Our 2013 fiscal year ended with $108.4 million – our fourth highest year ever.

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Class Notes Let us know about your milestones and anything else you would like to share with your classmates – births, marriages, new jobs, retirements, moves and more. Please include your degree, class year, and when applicable, your maiden name. To provide the most thorough coverage of alumni news, we publish notes about members and non-members of the Arkansas Alumni Association and will indicate membership status for reference. You may send us news or simply update your information. Since the next issues of Arkansas are already in production, it may be a few issues before your item appears.

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Bernard Yesner ✪ BS’36, Miami Beach, Fla., celebrated his 97th birthday on Nov. 10, 2012.

Frank D. Werntz ✪ BSBA’49 and Lucy, Muskogee, Okla., celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 30, 2012.

Herman Shirley ★ BSBA’53, North Little Rock, has been reappointed to the state board of optometry.

Jerry W. Ferguson BSE’58 and Charlene Ferguson, Bentonville, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 6.

Bill Ramsey BSBA’59, Fayetteville, has received the first Sumac Couvert Award from the Smackover Film Institute.

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William D. Gaddy ✪ MBA’60, Little Rock, was re-appointed to the Arkansas Public Employee Retirement System board of trustees.

Association during the 131st Annual Convention in Little Rock.

to the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Council.

Donald W. Douglas ✪ BSME’64, Van Buren, has retired as the owner of Direct Sales Co.

Mary Ann Greenwood ✪+ BSBA’62 MA’72 PHD’79, Fayetteville, was re-appointed to the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Council.

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James C. Romine ★ and Andrea J. Romine ★ BSE’62, Fayetteville, celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 29.

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Tracy Dale Wilkins BS’65, Blacksburg, Va., an emeritus member of Virginia Tech’s faculty, former university leader and co-founder of the TechLab company, is the 2013 recipient of Virginia Tech’s University Distinguished Achievement Award. The award recognizes nationally distinguished achievements in any field of enduring significance to society.

Mildred M. Jones ★ BA’63 and Lloyd T. Jones ★ BSBA’63, Holiday Island, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 16.

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David A. Stewart ★+ BSBA’63 LLB’67, Little Rock, has been appointed as the interim Fayetteville district court judge by Gov. Mike Beebe.

Gordon Matthews ✪+ BSBA’66, Tybee Island, Ga., recently completed a term as district governor for Rotary District 6920. He is the chief executive officer of Savannah Bee Co. in Savannah, Ga.

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Carl Collier ✪+ BS’64, Fayetteville, was presented the 2013 Pharmacist of the Year Award by the Arkansas Pharmacists

James D. Crownover BSCE’66 and Carol Dotson, Elm Springs, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 9.

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Jack A. McNulty ✪+ BSBA’67 JD’70, Pine Bluff, was re-appointed

Nancy Blake Franklin ✪ BSE’68, San Antonio, Texas, has been appointed as the director of children and family services at the Ecumenical Center for Religion and Health in San Antonio.

Kathryn Jones ★ BA’68 MED’71, Bentonville, was re-appointed to the Arkansas Education Television Commission.

John Nicholas Turnipseed BSBA’68 and Ruby Goodlet, Rogers, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 31.

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Beverly Pitts Bear ★ BSE’70, Harrison, retired in May with 36 years of service in Arkansas education as Library Media Specialist for Valley Springs High School and Harrison Junior High School.

John C. Eichler ★ BSBA’70, Fayetteville, qualified for the 2013 Million Dollar Round Table. The honor recognizes top producing real estate agents. This is his 40th consecutive year to qualify.

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Life Members ✪ By becoming Life Members, the University’s friends and alumni help form a strong foundation on which to build the future of the Arkansas Alumni Association. We welcome the newest Life Members, listed in order of membership number: 7024 7025 7026 7027 7028 7029 7030 7031 7032 7033 7034 7035 7036 7037 7038 7039 7040 7041 7042 7043 7044 7045

Sharon Taylor Harris ‘84 Leah Michelle Humphrey 13 Alex G. Streett ‘65 Sue Heidgen Streett ‘62 Laurel M. Keeping 13 Dewitt H. Smith III ‘70 Cynthia B. Smith ‘70 Dr. Charles Michael Masner Katie J. McGehee 13 Clint Shoemake 13 Tom Graff Darrell R. Gilbreth ‘69 Anna Catherine Bever 13 Jacqueline D. Laird ‘11 Steve MacDonald ‘06 Dr. Claretha H. Hughes ‘09 Faith Erin Norwood 13 Lowry E. Robinson ‘68 Sheree Ellis Robinson John T. Cole 13 Lauren Ashley Wilson 13 Jo K. Light ‘58

Charles W. McMurtry ✪+ BSBA’70, Bella Vista, was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 20th annual awards banquet of the Sam M. Walton College of Business.

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Lonnie C. Turner JD’71, Ozark, was appointed to the State Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board.

David R. Widder BM’71, Blacksburg, Va., has been conferred the title of professor emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. He is a professor of music in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences.

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Alan D. Fortenberry BSAGE’72 MSENE’77, Springdale, was appointed to serve on the Water Utility Council of the American Water Works Association. He also was inducted into the Glen T. Kellogg Water and Wastewater Hall of Fame at the

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Jason Drew Hardy ‘08 Janet D. Hardy ‘08 Argelia Hernandez-Garrett Reggie Mayan Murray ‘03 Eunice Noland ‘69 Jeanne Bowman Franks ‘62 William Ralph Henson III Robert A. Pambianchi 13 James E. Dorre ‘65, ‘70 Carlon Berryhill Cloud ‘65 Dr. A. N. Olaimey ‘65 David Allen Hall ‘89 Racheal Anne Hall Thomas John Buchheit ‘00 Ricky Clark Stella Clark Warren T. Atchley ‘73 Vicki Atchley Shelburn Lee ‘48, ‘55 Don R. Cox ‘88 Christi Cox Tiffanie Elisabeth Johnson

annual Arkansas Water Works and Water Environment Association.

Prakash Ramchandra Jalihal MSIE’72, Little Rock, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas. The academy recognized distinguished alumni from the department for sustained and outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

George Leon Singleton ✪ BA’72, Fort Worth, Texas, earned a Doctor of Business Administration degree at Argosy University in Dallas. He is an adjunct professor at various universities and a senior partner with a management consulting firm.

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Jeanne Newberry ★ MED’73 and her husband, Dean E. Newberry Jr. ★, Rogers, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on June 13.

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Laurie J. Cowling ★ and Reginald D. Cowling ★ BSEE’74, Russellville, celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary in May. Reggie retired after 30 years with Entergy (formerly AP&L) and eight years with Brown & Root Inc. Jeffery L. Koenig ★+ BSEE’74, Fayetteville, received a distinguished alumnus award at the University of Arkansas College of Engineering awards banquet in April.

Larry McMurray BSPA’74 and his wife Joyce McMurray, Springdale, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 1.

Ron Shelby BA’74, Rogers, was appointed to the Arkansas State Board of Architects, Landscape Architects and Interior Designers.

Mark Stodola ★ JD’74, Little Rock, was elected first vice president of the Arkansas Municipal League, a service

Katy Nelson-Ginder ‘87, ‘91 Grant Alan Ginder ‘98 Toni D. Bahn ‘00 Christopher R. Bahn Jean E. Schook David G. Schook ‘03 Rhonda F. Gray ‘82 Donald P. Raney ‘73, ‘76 Cathy C. Raney ‘74 John Edward Slonaker 13 Deborah Dixon Hays ‘78 Jack E. Browne ‘70 Dr. Gavin D. Jones ‘07 Vance Bailey Moore ‘84 John C. White ‘88 Melissa White John R. Eldridge ‘48 Ann Roscopf Allen ‘81 Alexander M. Alecusan ‘12 Jed Shreve ‘87 Cyndy Spencer Hatfield C. Bruce Lawrence ‘80

and advocacy organization for the municipalities of Arkansas.

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Kim M. Smith ★ JD’75, Fayetteville, has received the Outstanding Jurist Award presented by Arkansas Bar Association and the Arkansas Bar Foundation. He retired in January after serving 26 years as the circuit judge for the 4th Judicial Circuit 2nd Division.

Michael A. Starks ★ BSIE’75 MSIE’76, Ashdown, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas. The academy recognized distinguished alumni from the department for sustained and outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

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Martha Asti MED’76, Little Rock, has been re-appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.

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Daniel G. Ritchey MS’76, Blytheville, was re-appointed to the Arkansas Northeastern College Board of Trustees.

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Martha L. Strother JD’76, North Little Rock, has been appointed to the State Rehabilitation Council.

John Schmuecker ✪+ B.A.’95 College is a time for discovering likes, dislikes, interests and passions. While many students set goals with plans to become doctors, lawyers, teachers and scientists, John Schmuecker was a student with no real plan as to what he would do professionally after college. That is, until one day when the owner of Tiny Tim’s pizza in Fayetteville offered to sell his business – an opportunity that Schmuecker eagerly accepted and has changed his life ever since.

His father, Tom, a farm boy from Iowa, purchased a fly-tying business in 1973 called Wapsi Fly Co. Schmuecker watched his father grow a successful business, producing and selling to major companies, often helping out when necessary. Changes in the economy led to fly companies producing flies overseas, according to the company’s website. This change led to a decision made by the family’s patriarch to move the company and the family to Mountain Home, Ark. “We moved from Iowa to Mountain Home because of the fishing,” Schmuecker said, regarding his dad’s decision.

Only two and a half hours away sat the University of Arkansas, and when it came time to deciding on a college, Schmuecker’s older brothers helped in his decision-making. “I’m number three out of four boys. My two older brothers went to the U of A, and I thought it to be a comfortable location,” he said.

Starting in the business school, he quickly realized that accounting was not his strong suit, so he switched to geography.

However, it wasn’t geography that would become his profession – it was the pizza and brewery business. Working at Tiny Tim’s for 11 years prior to becoming the owner, Schmuecker graduated in 1995 and acquired the business a year later, saying, “The owner was looking to sell and I asked him if he would sell it to me, … and he did.”

Schmuecker maintained his hopes of turning his hobby of home brewing into a business with the West Mountain Brewing Co. after years of expansion and attempts to begin his brewing business. “I’ve always noticed the different flavors in beer, and I’ve always thought it was a neat thing to do,” he said.

“We have a very loyal following and it has been well received. Much of our clientele is older, and they’re looking for a quieter atmosphere so they’re not yelling to try and speak to one another.”

While maintaining a thriving business, Schmuecker gives credit to the University of Arkansas. “I received a diverse education there and really enjoyed my time at the U of A,” he said. n

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Tommy Jameson ★ BARCH’77, Little Rock, was re-appointed to the Capitol Zoning District Commission.

Randall Oates BS’77, Fayetteville, SOAPware founder and president, was in the first round of professionals to achieve certification as a patientcentered medical home content expert.

The medical home model is defined by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a program to improve primary care through standards that describe clear and specific criteria.

Terry Metcalf BSA’77, Springdale, has joined Weichert Realtors Downum Group in Springdale as a real estate auctioneer.

David L. Stewart BA’77, Fayetteville, has been appointed to the Washington County District Court.

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Daniel R. McCormick ★ BSA’78 MSA’85, Fayetteville, has been appointed the secretary/ treasurer of the Northwest Chapter of the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Louis McGrail MA’78, Rogers, has joined Siloam Springs ENT and Cosmetic Surgery.

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Robert G. Cox Jr. BSBA’79, Fayetteville, announced his retirement as the head men’s tennis coach after his 26th season.

He has won more dual matches than any tennis coach in Razorback history.

Allyn L. Donaubauer ✪ BSBA’79 MBA’80, Fort Smith, was recognized by Barron’s magazine “America’s Top 1,000 Advisors: State by State” list as one of the top advisers in Arkansas based on information from 2012.

Timothy E. McKenzie ★ BSIE’79, Little Rock, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas. The academy recognized distinguished alumni from the department for sustained and

outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

Kivel Lee Weaver BA’79 and Dixie Weaver, Fayetteville, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 28.

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Marie Clinton Bruno ★ BA’81, North Little Rock, has been named executive director of the Arkansas Economic Acceleration Foundation, a project of the Arkansas Capital Corp. She will focus on improving the education-based initiatives for students in grades 5-12 and college.

Michael E. Carpenter ★ BS’81, Sheridan, retired from civil service after 32 years with the U.S. Department of the Army at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. He is now employed as a part-time senior analyst with BAI Inc. E. Kent Hirsch JD’81, Springdale, has been appointed to the Judiciary Committee of the Arkansas Bar Association for 2013-2014.

Amy L. Wilson BA’81 MA’83, Fayetteville, was appointed to a three-year term on the Public Affairs Council of the American Water Works Association.

Council members work to position the association as an effective advocate for the drinking water profession.

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Ted Dorn ★ BSA’82, Gentry, received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas. He is co-president of three Simmons Foods Inc. affiliates – Simmons Feed Ingredients, PRO*CAL and Sensora LLC. Ollie Eugenia White BA’82 MS’84, Helena, was appointed to the Criminal Detention Facility Review Committee for the 1st Judicial District.

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Rod Ford ✪ BSME’83, Little Rock, is the chief executive officer of the mobile engagement technology company, nGageLabs of Scottsdale, Ariz. The company builds mobile apps, utilizes wireless technologies, informed by quantitative analytics to enhance the in-store shopper experience.

Ed Love IV ★ MBA’83, Fayetteville, has been hired as executive vice president of Parkway Bank at the offices on Pinnacle Hills Parkway in Rogers.

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Kevin N. Curtis ★ BSIE’85 and Jean M. Curtis ★ BSHE’84, Arlington, Texas, celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on Aug. 13.

Suzy A. Ferguson ★ BSE’85 MED’89, Alma, assistant principal at Alma Intermediate School, was named elementary assistant principal of the year.

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Melinda McIlroy BSBA’86 JD’95, Fayetteville, was appointed to the State Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board.

Peggy Yean Meng Stone ★ BSIE’86 MSIE’87, Maumelle, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas. The academy recognized distinguished alumni from the department for sustained and outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

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Mary Ann Spears ★ BSBA’86 MED’04, Farmington, has been hired as the new superintendent for the Lincoln School District.

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Todd J. Cowell ★ BSIE’88 MS’95, Ruston, La., was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas. The academy recognized distinguished alumni from the department for sustained and outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

Darin Hall Gray BA’88, Springdale, has been re-appointed to the State Parks Recreation and Travel Commission.

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Ann Bordelon ★+ BSBA’89, Fayetteville, was presented the Outstanding Service Award by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.

John David Harris ★ JD’89, Little Rock, was elected as president and chief executive officer of the Coulson Oil Co.

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Nancy Irwin Cozart JD’90, Fayetteville, joined the Washington Regional Medical Foundation as director of development and gift planning.

Shirley J. Boldon Bruce MSE’91, Little Rock, has been reappointed to the Arkansas Board of Architects, Landscape Architects and Interior Designers.

Mary Louise Reed Gardner BSBA’91, Rogers, has been named to the board of Beaver Water District.

Molly R. Jensen MA’91 PHD’97, Fayetteville, was appointed to the Arkansas Division of Volunteerism Advisory Council.

Johnny Howard Mullens BA’91, El Paso, published “Johnny’s Family

Goes Camping,” a children’s flood-safety story book.

Bradley A. Roethlisberger ✪+ BSBA’91, Rogers, has been appointed to the legislative liaison position of the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Robin Wilson Tucker ★ BSIE’91, Memphis, Tenn., was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas for sustained and outstanding contributions to the industrial engineering profession.

William Clayton Winn BSA’91, Springdale, was presented the award of 2013 James Bailey Memorial Educator of the Year at the Annual Arkansas Water Works and Water Environment Association awards luncheon.

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Vance Clement Jr. ✪+ BSIE’92, Lighthouse Point, Fla., was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas.

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Latanyua Taylor Robinson BSIE’92, Lumberton, Texas, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas.

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Marc Richard McCune JD’93, Cedarville, has been appointed to the Arkansas Sentencing Commission.

D. J. Wells BSBA’93, Rogers, is the new president of the Mortgage Loan Division for First Federal Bank.

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Gene Edward Gangluff BSIE’94 MSIE’00, Fayetteville, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas.

Erica Holliday ✪ BSE’94 MED’95 EDD’02, Bentonville, received the Alumni Service Award from the Black Alumni Society of the Arkansas Alumni Association. She is an associate professor of business and computer information division at Northwest Arkansas Community College.

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Curt T. Calaway ★+ BSBA’95, Fayetteville, has been re-appointed to the state Kidney Disease Commission.

Jarrod H. Kersey ★ BSA’96 MS’97 PHD’12, Nashville, Tenn., has been named The Nutro Co., and Jason Vickers, P&G Pet Care, Co-Members of the Year by the American Feed Industry Association.

He is responsible for the strategic development of the health sciences and regulatory affairs teams for Mars Petcare US, including oversight of the Pet Health and Nutrition Center at the Regional Innovation Center in Thompson’s Station.

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Dr. Brian Edward Haggard MS’97, Fayetteville, was appointed to the Arkansas Oklahoma Joint Study Committee.

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Paul Glenn Seay ★ BSIE’97, Tiffin, Ohio, was inducted into the Arkansas Academy of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas.

Gregory Wayne Staggs BSME’97, Springdale, has received the Waste Equipment Technology Association’s employee of the year award by J.V. Manufacturing Inc.

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Kristina D. Lambert BSBA’98, Fayetteville, has been named vice president and general manager of the bacon business division at Tyson Foods Inc., with world headquarters in Springdale. She will oversee the management of production facilities in Omaha, Neb., and Vernon, Texas, as the division’s marketing strategy for retail, food service, industrial and international channels.

Amy Linimon Mason BA’98, Fayetteville, was promoted to director of development and external relations for the Washington Regional Medical Foundation from her formal position as director of special events.

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De Anna Lynne Drake BSN’99 and David A. Drake, Fayetteville, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 9.

Jacob M. Keen BSEE’99, Springdale, has been appointed to director of the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants.

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Marco Javon Barker ✪ BSIE’00, Durham, N.C., was recently appointed to Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity’s National Diversity Council who examines, studies, and reviews issues related to diversity in the fraternity.

A. Daniel Lamproe BSE’00, Van Buren, was re-appointed to the Criminal Detention Facility Review Committee for the 21st Judicial District.

D. Heath Stacey ★ BS’00 and Adriana Stacey ★ announce the birth of their son, Jack Finnegan, May 15, Fayetteville.

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Tony Ragar ★ BA’01 and Erika Nicole Ragar were married on

December 8, 2012, and reside in Fayetteville.

responsible for custom blinds and shades operations for both retail and jcp.com.

Patrick Ryan Smith ★ BS’01, MA’13 and Leslie Lancaster Smith ★ BSE’02 welcomed a son, Evan Patrick Smith, on June 21 in Fayetteville.

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Jonathan Fry BSBA’02, Fort Smith, owner of the Fort Smith franchise of Home Instead Senior Care, was presented a Presidential III Award at the annual conference of the care network in Omaha, Neb.

Timothy Wilson Maddox ★ BARCH’02, Fayetteville, was the recipient of the Fay Jones Alumni Design Awards from the Fay Jones School of Architecture at the University of Arkansas.

Ronnie Moore BSE’02, Houston, TX, has been named the full time assistant coach for Campbellsville University men’s and women’s track and field and cross country. He brings 20-plus years of coaching experience with him to CU, including collegiate stops at Columbus State University, Shorter University, University of the Cumberlands and Pratt Community College.

John Stephen Spencer BSBA’02, Springdale, was promoted to president of Signature Bank in Springdale.

Heath D. Stanley ★ BSBA’02, Fayetteville, has been named a client wealth adviser for Arvest Bank of Springdale.

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Blake Spencer Rutherford JD’03, Little Rock, will join the McLarty Companies as a vice president. He will be responsible for advising the company and its affiliates on communications, strategy and corporate social responsibility.

Ellen Jane Umiker BA’03 and Chris Soto were married on April 27 and reside in North Little Rock.

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Amy Gail Glenn BSE’04 MAT’05, Rogers, has received the 2012-2013 educator of the year award by the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce’s education committee.

Scott M. Noblett ★ BSBA’04, Little Elm, Texas, received a promotion to become a merchandising project manager at JC Penney. He will be

Garry Alan Holstein BA’05 MA’07 MFA’10, Fayetteville, was named director for the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art at the University of Southern Indiana earlier this year. As director, he selects artists for the eight exhibitions featured annually by the gallery, oversees the consignment gallery and recruits new regional artists for the space, develops artist workshops and directs one fellowship student.

Leah C. Morton BSBA’05 MACC’06 and Wade Cunningham were married on Dec. 8, 2012, and reside in Fayetteville.

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Stuart G. Baber ★ BSBA’06, Fayetteville, received the master producer award at the Farm Bureau Statewide Agents and Agency Managers meeting, based on performance during 2012.

Jenny S. Jennings MS’06, Brookings, S.D., is the recipient of the Bumpers College Alumni Society Young Alumni Award. She manages the South Dakota Ruminant Physiology Lab for Alltech Inc., which is a global leader in animal health and nutrition.

Stephen D. Schrantz JD’06 and Kimberly Elmore were married on May 4 and reside in Jonesboro.

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Rhys B. Carter BSBA’07 and Jessica Billingsley Carter BA’07 JD’10 were married on April 27 and reside in Fayetteville.

Megan N. Justus BA’07 MSW’08 and Philip Group were married on Dec. 15, 2012, and reside in Centerton.

Mary Rebecca Masching BA’07 and Guy Bell were married on April 20 and reside in Little Rock.

Jessica Fay Sliger BA’07 MAT’08, Springdale, has been awarded this year’s Outstanding Young Alumni Award from the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions.

Terry Vo ★ BA’07, Fort Smith, was one of 33 Brisbane International Student Ambassadors for 2013 named

by Lord Mayor of Brisbane Graham Quirk. Brisbane’s 33 passionate new

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advocates from 29 countries will share their experiences back home as well as participate in media interviews, volunteer at multicultural events, and assist with the hosting of official visiting delegations.

Allison Courtney Waldrip BA’07 JD’10 and Aaron Bragg were married on June 15 and reside in Little Rock.

Lauren Elizabeth Williams ★ BSHES’07 MSW’11 and Hunt Chandler Taylor BA’07 were married on May 4 and reside in Maumelle.

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Scott Carter Smart BA’08 and Margot Evans were married on May 13 and reside in Fayetteville.

Kady Marie Courtney BA’09 and Edward T. Newton BSBA’09 were married on May 11 and reside in North Little Rock.

Stephen Joseph Donnelly MS’09, Elkins, has been appointed to the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission.

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Willy Brehm ★ BA’10 and Leah E. Brehm BA’10 were married on May 4 and reside in Dallas, Texas.

Brandi R. Wiltse ★ BSBA’10 and David Berta were married on May 2 and reside in West Fork.

Mary L. Hollis BA’10, Los Angeles, Calif., was a casting assistant for FOX’s new drama, Sleepy Hollow.

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James Randal Lawrence II ★ and Brittany LaShea Lawrence ★ BSA’09 announce the birth of their daughter, Marleigh Reese, June 11, Paragould.

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Sherrill Lester McCormack II ★ MA’10 announces the birth of her daughters Eliza McCormack and LaZelle Marie, Jan. 24, Neosho, Mo. Rachel Elizabeth Rouby JD’10 and Douglas Yurek were married on May 11 and reside in Fort Worth, Texas.

Alex Wilson BA’10, Los Angeles, Calif., received a Master of Fine Arts in writing and producing for television from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles in May. She is working on ABC’s new drama, Killer Women, as a writers’ production assistant.

Katherine Grace Dawson BA’11 and Sean Beherec were married on May 11 and reside in North Little Rock.

Friends

Betty A. Pliler, Fayetteville, has announced her retirement after 29 years of service to the University of Arkansas registrar office.

Charles F. Robinson ✪, Springdale, was promoted to vice chancellor for diversity and community at the University of Arkansas.

Arkansas magazine’s creative director, Amanda Ryan ✪, and photographer, Russell Cothren ✪, were married on July 11 and reside in Winslow.

Steve E. Harms ✪, Fayetteville, has been added to the Ascendant Diagnostics of Fayetteville Board of Directors. He is a radiologist and breast cancer specialist.

James Kimbrough ★, Fayetteville, has been promoted to executive director and chief development officer of Washington Regional Medical Foundation.

Jeff Long ✪, Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas’ vice chancellor and director of athletics, has been named an Under Armour Athletics Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics.

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam Barbara Payne Bowen ✪ BA’38, Omaha, NE, April 14.

Robert S. McCord, 84, a renowned journalist, photographer, reporter and editor, died April 13, 2013. A resident of North Little Rock, McCord dedicated his life to the field of journalism, serving as the editor of the Arkansas Gazette from 1981-86, when it was acquired by the Arkansas Democrat. From 1992 until his retirement in 2006, he wrote a weekly column for the Arkansas Times.

As a student at the University of Arkansas, McCord and fellow classmate, Bob Douglas BA’48, worked for the campus newspaper, The Arkansas Traveler, and covered the enrollment of Silas Hunt to the U of A as the first African American to attend law school in the South. McCord became editor of The Arkansas Traveler and met his wife of 61 years, Muriel Stuck BA’51, when she applied for a job.

McCord served two years in the U.S. Army after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in journalism in 1951. He attended Columbia University and earned a master’s degree before returning to Little Rock to work for the Arkansas Democrat. His involvement in controversial and groundbreaking stories led him to create a local chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, which lobbied to pass Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act in 1967. The Arkansas Supreme Court ultimately decided to uphold the law after being challenged by the Little Rock mayor.

For 10 years, 1959-69, he owned and operated a hometown weekly paper in North Little Rock. Returning to the Democrat in 1969 as editorial page editor, then executive editor, he learned of the decline in circulation because of the popularity of the rising Arkansas Gazette. He left the newspaper in 1978 to work at KTHV, offering television editorials and hosting the program McCord’s Arkansas on AETN. He was swept back into the newsroom when the Arkansas Gazette offered him a position. He served as editor from 198186. Throughout his career, he was the recipient of a multitude of awards and served on various committees and boards in North Little Rock, including membership in the North Little Rock Rotary Club, board member of the North Little Rock Boys & Girls Club, serving on the board of directors for the First Commercial Bank of Little Rock, and acting as national president for Sigma Delta Chi from 1975-76. He was also recipient of the first Ernie Deane Award and an early honoree of the Walter J. Lemke department of journalism’s Hall of Honor.

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Henry M. Gossett BSA’40 MS’67, Bearden, June 10. He served his country for 23 years, including during World War II, before teaching agriculture in the Bearden School System.

Survivors: one son, two daughters, two sisters, two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

W. Barton Groom BSBA’40, Siloam Springs, June 13. He joined the U.S. Army and served as an ROTC instructor at Ouachita Baptist College and the University of Arkansas. He co-opened the Siloam Springs Lumber Co., which he eventually acquired as sole proprietor and operated for 30 years. Survivors: one daughter, two sons, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

James Guthrie BS’41, Camden, May 2. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he began private practice at the Southern Clinic in Texarkana and then in 1948 moved his family to Camden where he founded the Ouachita Clinic. His medical career spanned 51 years until he retired in 1995. Survivors: his wife, Virginia, two daughters, two sons, nine grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren.

Edward S. Hadfield BSME’41, Fort Walton Beach, Fla. He became a military test pilot. In 1943, while in Arkansas, he was testing a P-47 Thunderbolt and broke the sound barrier. Survivors: two sons, two grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Cecil O. Cogburn BSME’42 MSME’53, Fayetteville, June 11. He served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He was a professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering at the University of Arkansas from 1947 until 1989. A recently completed engineering addition at Corley Hall on the Arkansas Tech University campus in Russellville has been named in honor of Cogburn in recognition of his continued support for nuclear engineering education and his financial support.

Henrietta Kimbrough Holcomb ✪ BSBA’42 MS’51, Fayetteville, May 1. She was a longtime educator in Springdale and Fayetteville. In 34 years, she ascended from a teaching

position through administrative posts, retiring as an assistant superintendent in Fayetteville.

Virginia Jane Wilkins ★ BA’43, Arkansas City, Kan., August 4, 2012.

She worked for a number of years for her father at the Dixie Portland Flour Mill.

Regina S. Dew BS’45, Fort Smith, May 4. She was a family social worker for the Red Cross in both Fort Smith and Dallas. Survivors: two daughters, one step-son, one sister and four grandchildren.

Clarence J. Heckman BSEE’45, Dallas, Texas, May 30. He served in World War II in the Army Signal Corps.

He worked for Dallas Power and Light Co. for 41 years as a principal engineer.

He was also a registered professional engineer and master electrician.

Survivors: his wife, Lovalee, one daughter, two sons, seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

Wylda Jobe Speer BSE’45, Santa Clara, Calif., April 21. She taught elementary education in Tuscola.

Survivors: one sister.

W.S. Bailey BSBA’47, Little Rock, April 19. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II. After the war he took over his father’s store, the Carlisle Leader. He also traveled as a sales representative for the Curlee Clothing Co. Survivors: one son, three daughters, one brother and seven grandchildren.

Irvin A. Rothrock ★+ BA’47, Fairbanks, Alaska, April 15. A U.S. Navy veteran, he taught at the University of Kansas Medical Center for 12 years.

In Fairbanks he owned his own private practice and also traveled all over Alaska performing forensic evaluations and testifying as an expert witness. Survivors: his wife, Barbara, one daughter, three sons, one step-son, two step-daughters, one brother, six grandchildren and nine step-grandchildren.

Russell V. Carroll BSBA’48, Mountain Brook, Ala., June 17. A veteran of World War II, he was employed by EBSCO Industries Inc. until 1986. Survivors: his wife, Katherine.

Harry H. Ellis BS’48, JD’69, Crossville, Tenn., May 24. He enrolled in the university after returning from service as a pilot in World War II. He died at the age of 90. Survivors: his wife, Anne, eight children and step-children.

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Phillip W. Fry BSBA’48, Fort Smith, May 18. He served his country in the Pacific during World War II. He was self-employed as the owner of Monograms Plus in Tulsa before retirement.

Frank N. Gordon Jr. MA’48, Germantown, Tenn., May 1. He worked for a few years at Alcoa in Pennsylvania as a welding engineer, but most of his career was in the insurance industry as senior vice president and actuary at First Pyramid Life and later at First Variable as executive vice president and chief actuary. Upon his retirement, he opened ActuPlan, a pension consulting firm.

Survivors: his wife, Jean, one daughter, one son, one step-daughter, two stepsons, seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

Charles J. Steed BSBA’48, Little Rock, May 12. He served in the Sixth Marine Division during World War II. He worked for and ultimately owned the Brandon Co. until he retired in 1987. Survivors: his daughter and two grandchildren.

George B. Boulware BSBA’49, Cordova, Tenn., June 13. He was an officer in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He was a retired chief financial officer for Millington Telephone Co. after 33 years of service.

Survivors: his wife, Lucy, two daughters, five grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren.

Charles M. Carroll Jr. ★ BSIM’49, Savannah, Ga., May 3. A World War II Air Corps veteran, he joined the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., rising to executive vice president of a subsidiary company. He later became a marketing manager for Mobil Oil Co., director of sales for Kurt Orban Co., and president of Taurus International Inc. Survivors: his wife, Nancy, one daughter, one son, one brother and six grandchildren.

John H. Yocum ★+ MS’49, El Dorado, May 19. He served in the U.S. Navy and dedicated his working life to Alice Sidney Oil Co. for 60 years. Survivors: his wife, Beverly, one daughter, two sons, five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Gregory Atkins BSE’50 MS’52, Tulsa, Okla., April 8. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked in the Tulsa Public School System for 35 years as a junior high instructor, counselor and assistant

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principal. Survivors: one daughter, one son, one sister, one brother and three grandchildren.

Jackson Raymond Shelton BA’50 MS’52, Amarillo, Texas, May 5. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was the superintendent for Plainview/Rover Schools for four years. Then he worked for Amarillo Independent School District as a teacher at Will Rogers Elementary School and as a principal at Sanborn Elementary School. Later, he was the unit coordinator for the Amarillo area, at Panhandle Educational Services Organization. Survivors: one son, five daughters, two brothers, six grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren.

Harmon H. Ramey Jr. BSA’51 MS’52, Franklin, Franklin, Tenn., June 15. He was a geneticist, specializing in cotton fiber testing for the Cotton Council, and later, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where he retired in 1998.

Survivors: his wife, Jenell, one son, one daughter, two brothers and four grandchildren.

George A. Sauter Jr. BSCHE’51, Mobile, Ala., May 28. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from the International Paper after 30 years of service. Survivors: his wife, Marie, two sons, one sister, one brother and two grandsons.

Tommy L. Wilson ★ BSJ’51, Grand Prairie, Texas, May 29. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Following his military service, he went into the advertising and public relations business for the next 44 years. He retired in 1997 as director of communications for Lockheed Martin Vought Systems in Grand Prairie.

Survivors: one son and one sister.

Francis T. Cash BSBA’52, Pine Bluff, April 19. He served in the U.S. Army in Japan. He worked as a salesman for the International Shoe Co. for 31 years and then he owned and operated The Shoe Co. in Pine Bluff for four years.

Survivors: his wife, Janet, two sons and four grandchildren.

Jessie H. Holyfield ★ BSE’52 MED’59, Rogers, April 11. She was a teacher for 41 years. Survivors: one son.

Bob S. McKinney ✪+ BSBA’52, Fayetteville, June 22. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was the second generation of the McKinney Insurance Agency and

practiced as an independent insurance agent in Fayetteville until his retirement.

Survivors: his wife, Julia, one daughter, three sons and five grandchildren.

her retirement in 1986. Survivors: one son, one daughter, one sister, one brother, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Sloan F. Million BSBA’52, Colorado Springs, Colo., May 28. He joined the U.S. Air Force, serving for seven years.

The rest of his career was spent at the USAF Academy in the procurement division. Survivors: his wife, Mary.

Barbara Harwell BSJ’54, Dallas, Texas, April 24. She became the creative director and chief executive officer of Arnold, Harwell McClain Advertising and then co-founder and owner of Austin Harwell in Dallas.

Emil F. Miskovsky Jr. BS’52, St. Louis, Mo., June 4. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He entered private practice in St. Louis at DePaul and St. John’s Hospitals and remained on the teaching faculty of St. Louis University Medical School for many years. Following 35 years of medical practice, he became the medical director at Cigna Healthcare.

Survivors: his wife, Mary, two sons, four daughters, two sisters, two brothers and 11 grandchildren.

S. Hubert Mayes Jr. LLB’54, Little Rock, May 7. He served as a jet fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force. Following his service, he was the deputy prosecuting attorney for the 6th Judicial District from 1957-1958 and special assistant attorney general for the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office in 1963. He practiced law in Little Rock for more than 50 years. Survivors: his wife, Susan, three daughters, one step-daughter, one stepson, one sister and nine grandchildren.

John W. Carter BSA’53 MS’56, Paris, June 8. He was a county extension agent for 34 years for the Cooperative Extension Service of the University of Arkansas in Lawrence, Stone and Logan counties, and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Survivors: his wife, Betty, two daughters, two sons and nine grandchildren.

Miller Barber Jr. ✪ BSBA’55, Clinton, Mont., June 11. He served in the U.S. Air Force and joined the Professional Golf Association Tour in 1959. He played in 1,297 tournaments on the PGA Tour and 50 and over circuit. He won 11 times in 694 PGA Tour starts and added 24 victories in 603 events on the Champions Tour. Survivors: his wife, Karen and five sons.

Max Alexander BSCE’53, Jonesboro, May 12. A U.S. Marines veteran, he worked as an engineer for the California Highway Department and Chef Boyardee. After receiving his degree from the Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, he moved to Thailand where he served as a Southern Baptist missionary for 32 years with the International Mission Board. Survivors: his wife, Betty, three daughters, two brothers and two grandsons.

Ellen Gorlinsky Hubbard MS’53, Russellville, May 4. She was in Arkansas’ first SPAR (U.S. Coast Guard Women’s Reserve) and was the first woman officer (Adjutant) at Rigg’s Hamilton Post number 20 of the American Legion.

She served in World War II for three years as a supervisor in intelligence, was the service supervisor of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co. in Los Angeles for one year, was a flight attendant and a fourth-grade teacher at Oakland Heights Elementary School prior to her retirement in 1983.

Merna Harris Jones BSE’53, Sandpoint, Idaho, May 5. She taught second grade at Harding School until

George Keeter ✪+ BSBA’55 MBA’57, Heber Springs, May 27. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He owned and operated Cleburne County Lumber Co., later known as Cleburne County Building Center for 30 years. Survivors: two sons, one brother and three grandchildren.

John E. McGee Jr. MBA’55, Middleton, May 2. He served in World War II and the Korean War. He enjoyed a 30-year career with Armco Corp., beginning with the Sheffield Co. in Kansas City, Mo., and retiring in Middletown as a purchasing manager for all Armco Corporate Division plant. Survivors: his wife, Betty, three daughters, one brother and six grandchildren.

Mary P. Mosley ✪ BSHE’55, Little Rock, May 8. She taught home economics in Fayetteville and science in Springdale. She taught in the Searcy School System in lower elementary and kindergarten for 18 years. Survivors: her husband, Bill, one son, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

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Herbert A. Nitz Jr. BSE’55, Oro Valley, Ariz., April 20. He served in the U.S. Navy. He taught junior high and was an assistant football coach in Belton, Mo., and then taught math and became an assistant football coach at Burlington, Kan., High School. He then joined Western Electric as an engineer in 1957 and was transferred to the SAGE defense project at Stewart Air Force base in 1958. After the SAGE project ended he worked at Bell Labs until he retired in 1989. Survivors: his wife, Sue, one son, one daughter, one brother and two grandchildren.

Viola Works Simpson MED’55, Little Rock, May 30. She taught one year at Dunbar Junior High School before beginning her long tenure in the Stuttgart Public School System in 1958.

During retirement, she taught various adult education classes. Survivors: one son, one daughter, two brothers and grandchildren.

John A. Sink BSBA’55, North Little Rock, May 4. He served as a state legislator for Little Rock in the 1960s.

Survivors: his wife, Betty, one daughter, three sons, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Katherine Cooper Anthony BSE’56, Bearden, May 6. She was the director of physical education at Hot Springs High School. Later she taught at the University of Oklahoma, Norman, as an assistant professor of physical education. Survivors: three brothers, two grandchildren and one greatgranddaughter.

Richard N. Thomas BSBA’56, La Habra, Calif., April 3. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He became a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for more than 20 years.

Survivors: his wife, Verna, three sons and four grandchildren.

Wanda L. Womack ★+ BSHE’56, Austin, Texas, Feb 9. She worked in the kitchen of Kinsolving Dormitory at the University of Texas. She then taught home economics at the Jerry Mac Clifton Center. Survivors: her husband, Baxter, one son and three grandchildren.

Paul F. Reiselt BSBA’57, Corinth, Miss., May 31. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He was a personnel manager for Singer in Truman before moving to Corinth, Miss., where he was a personnel manager for Wurlitzer.

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daughter, one sister, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Howard W. Sutton MED’57, Rogers, April 28. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. He was the basketball and football coach for the Rogers High School. After successful years of coaching, he became the principal of Rogers High School for many years. Survivors: his wife, Betty, one son, one brother, two sisters and two granddaughters.

Pinkney M. Deal BSBA’58, Little Rock, April 21. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was the proprietor of the Camera Center in Little Rock. He then enjoyed a career in real estate at McKinney and Taylor and then The Janet Jones Co. until he retired in 2006. Survivors: two daughters, three grandsons and three step-grandchildren.

Loris F. Butterfield BSHE’59, Collinsville, Ill., April 8. She was very active in the art community. Survivors: her husband, Robert, two sons and four grandchildren.

Robert S. Wynn Jr. MED’59, Smithville, Texas, May 12. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. The majority of his career was spent as a professor of education at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, La. Survivors: his wife, Martha, one daughter, two sons and four grandchildren.

Norman R. Cary MA’60, Dayton, Ohio, April 11. He worked for the English faculty at Wright State University since 1967, where he taught American Literature, nonwestern and postcolonial literature, as well as religion and literature, and death and literature with the religion department. He is the author of “Christian Criticism in the Twentieth Century: Theological Approaches to Literature.” Survivors: his wife, Cecile, and three sons.

Kenneth Patrick Elliott BSME’60, Rogers, April 13. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He served in various capacities as a mechanical engineer, but also worked in investments and was co-owner of several radio stations. Survivors: his wife, Lena, one daughter, one brother and two grandchildren.

Richard L. Green BA’61, Gainesville, Fla., June 13. He served in the U.S. Army with his tour in Germany. He

then joined the University of Florida faculty in the theater department, teaching there for 13 years. Survivors: his wife, Mary Ann and one sister.

Lester L. Schwarz BA’61, Arlington Heights, Ill., April 14. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Survivors: one daughter, one son, one brother and three grandchildren.

Bobby J. Young BSE’61, Flint, Mich., May 13. He was a retired high school principal in Flushing, Mich. Survivors: his wife, Dottie, one daughter, two sons, one step-son and two grandsons.

Moses Attrep Jr. MS’62 PHD’65, Los Alamos, N.M., May 8. In 1967, he took a position in chemistry at East Texas State University, later serving as chair of the chemistry department. Then in 1985, he took a position at Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he retired in 2002. During his career, he published numerous articles in academic journals on various subjects. Survivors: his wife, Katherine, two daughters, two sisters, one grandchild.

Paul Lewis Green Jr. BSBA’63, Hattiesburg, Miss., June 5. He was a leader of both public and private sector management organizations. He was a retired chief operations officer of Los Angeles World Airports, chief executive officer of the Washington State Department of Transportation Marine Division and senior vice president of operations at United Airlines. He spent 23 years at United Airlines. He was the officer in charge of integrating Pan American’s Pacific operations into United. Survivors: his son.

Dan P. Murphy BSBA’63, Charlottesville, Va., April 27. He retired in 1999, after 20 years as the head professional and director of golf at Cherokee Town and Country Club in Atlanta. He won two PGA Section Championships in two different states.

Survivors: his wife, Judy, one son, two daughters, two brothers and seven grandchildren.

Walter T. Murphy MS’63, Rockledge, Fla., May 25. His career started at Johnson Space Center, extending to Kennedy Space Center with two years at Vandenberg Air Force Base. He came to Kennedy Space Center in 1973 to take part in the development of the Launch Processing System. He was an engineering manager with NASA from 1963 to his retirement in 1997. He

later became the director of engineering development, responsible for managing the design of all the ground support equipment and facilities at Kennedy Space Center. Survivors: one son.

Dalda F. Womack MED’63, Star City, June 7. He was the head football coach at Gillett, where he was later promoted to principal and then superintendent at Gillett. He became superintendent at Star City where he remained until his retirement in 1995. Survivors: his wife, Mary, one daughter, one son, eight grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren.

Larry W. Meyer BSBA’64 LLB’67, Aurora, Mo., June 13. He practiced law in Aurora for 30 years and served as the city attorney for Aurora for many years.

He was elected as the associate circuit court judge of Lawrence County in 1998 and was re-elected in 2002 and 2006.

He also served in the Army National Guard. Survivors: his wife, Sandy, two sons, one daughter, one brother and six grandchildren.

J.D. Johnston ✪ BSIE’65, Hot Springs, June 14. He served our country in the Vietnam War, concluding his military career at the Pentagon working for the secretary of defense. He stayed in Washington, D.C., for five more years as the president of Trailways National Bus Systems before returning to his hometown as owner of the Hot Springs Taxi Service. Survivors: one daughter, one son, one sister and three grandchildren.

Sara E. Todd MED’65, Plano, Texas, April 16. She ran the Popular Price Store. She also taught mathematics and then became an elementary principal in Barton. Survivors: two daughters, one son, seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

LaVerne W. Feaster ★+ MED’66, Little Rock, May 27. After teaching one year in Tennessee, she returned to Arkansas and taught at Augusta and Dermott high schools for 13 years.

In 1963, she began working with the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service in Clark County. She retired after 29 years with the Extension Service, working as a district agent and state Leader of 4-H. Survivors: one daughter, one son and four grandchildren.

George Townes Weaver Jr. BSBA’67, Pine Bluff, May 4. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He began his banking career

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Survivors: two brothers and three sisters.

William L. Brock MED’68, Little Rock, May 16. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was a southern Baptist minister pastoring churches in Twist, Wallins Chapel, Malvern, Forest Tower and Fayetteville. He also served as director of field services for the Arkansas Rehabilitation Services for the Blind.

Survivors: his wife, Emma, two sons, two sisters, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Homer B. Douglas BSBA’68, Bellevue, Dec. 22, 2012. He was a retired systems analyst at Offutt Air Force Base.

Survivors: his wife, Mary, two sons, three sisters and four grandchildren.

Macon D. Edwards BS’68 MS’73, Cabot, April 22. He joined the U.S. Army in 1968 and was stationed in San Antonio, Texas, for two years, where he taught high school chemistry. For four years he taught science and math at Arlington Baptist College. He taught computer science, math and science in Beebe until he became the director of institutional research. Survivors: his wife, Dorothy, one daughter, one son, one sister and two brothers.

Peter Otto Becker BSBA’69, Mountain Home, June 7. He was the owner/operator of Becker Building Co. in Mountain Home. Survivors: his wife, Diane, one step-son, one granddaughter and one step-grandson.

Loren A. Coffman BSEE’69, Sherwood, April 23. He was employed

by Arkansas Power and Light. He was also an amateur ham radio operator.

Survivors: his wife, Carolyn, two sons and four grandchildren.

Stanley W. Ludwig BSBA’69 JD’73, Springdale, April 30. A U.S. Army veteran, he first joined the law firm of James E. Evans Sr. then the law firm of Cypert, Crouch, Clark and Harwell. He was elected as Springdale municipal court judge, serving until his retirement from the practice of law in 2010. Survivors: his wife, Barbara, two daughters and five grandchildren.

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Dorothy M. Matthews MED’69, Little Rock, June 8. She was a retired elementary school teacher with the Little Rock School District. Survivors: one daughter and two brothers.

Malcolm E. Ritchie Jr. BSIE’69 MSIE’70, Little Rock, May 13. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he began his career in systems development and had a distinguished career as a vice president at Dillard’s Department Stores. Survivors: his wife, Ginger, two daughters, one son and six grandchildren.

Mary H. Shrader BSE’69, Springdale, May 31. She taught at several schools in Springdale before her retirement in 1992. Survivors: two daughters.

Donald L. Turney ★ MED’69, Little Rock, April 24. He was a retired teacher and public school administrator serving in schools in Warren, Prairie Grove, Eudora, Swifton, Sheridan and retiring as superintendent of the Cabot School System. Survivors: his wife, Alice, mother, two sons, one sister, seven grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

Sam Wigley BSCHE’69, Fountain Hill, May 7. He was a retired chemical engineer. Survivors: one daughter, one son and two sisters.

Freddie C. Stringer BSAGE’70, Fort Smith, May 17. He was a project engineer and RC&D coordinator for the Natural Resources Conservation Service for 43 years. Survivors: his wife, Lea, one daughter, one son, one brother and one grandson.

E. Dwayne Jech ★ BSBA’71, Springdale, June 3. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a pilot. Survivors: his wife, Saleta, parents, one son, one daughter, one brother, one sister and three grandchildren.

Solveig Berry ★+ BSE’72 MED’86, Rogers, April 9. She taught fifth grade at Lowell Elementary School and later served as the facilitator of the gifted and talented program at Oakdale Junior High School. Survivors: one daughter, one son, one brother and three grandchildren.

Kathryn Diann Krebs BSE’74, Katy, Texas, June 4. She was a lifelong educator, teaching for 37 years. She specialized in early childhood education, teaching kindergarten for 24 years.

Survivors: her husband, Greg, mother,

two daughters, two brothers and three grandchildren.

Gregory Jacob Czech MS’77, Martinez, Ga., April 6. He was a retired U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Cold War. His submarine service included the firing of the first missile launched off a submarine deck and the navigation on the S.S.B.N. James K. Polk of the channel which is now known as King’s Bay Naval Base. Survivors: two sons, one sister, two brothers and two grandchildren.

Robert L. Roddey JD’77, Little Rock, April 25. He was an accomplished attorney. Survivors: one son, one brother and two grandchildren.

William “Bill” Henry Whitfield BA’77 MS’79, Fayetteville, June 17.

He and his wife were commissioned to serve as missionaries representing the United Methodist Church in Africa.

He served in five countries: Tanzania, Nigeria, Liberia, Zimbabwe and Kenya.

Survivors: his wife, Jimmye, one daughter, one son, two sisters, three brothers and three grandchildren.

Lisa J. Lunney Henley BSDH’78, Fort Smith, April 14. She was a dental hygienist. Survivors: one son, one daughter and one brother.

Warren B. Qualls BSBA’78, Maumelle, May 5. Survivors: his wife, Vivian, mother, step-father, two daughters and one brother.

Don W. Adams ✪ MSA’80, Sherwood, May 19. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, certified public Accountant for the Internal Revenue Service and former owner of his own certified public accountant practice. Survivors: his wife, Jannie, one brother and one sister.

James Edwin Phelps BSE’80 MED’81, Lavaca, June 18. He was a retired education instructor for Westark College (UAFS), a retired Air Force veteran having served 23 years, and a Vietnam War veteran. Survivors: his wife, Vicky, one son, one step-daughter, one step-son, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Katherine Claudette White MA’80, Fayetteville, May 10. She taught American economic history for a number of years. Survivors: her husband, Leonard, three daughters, two sons, one brother, 11 grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

Carlbert J. Brewer MED’81 EDS’87, Dumas, April 19. He was a teacher for

38 years in the Dumas School District.

He began as a math teacher at Reed High School and then transitioned to teacher and vice principal at both Dumas junior and senior highs until 1993. He was the principal at Dumas Junior High for five years and was principal at Dumas High School until his retirement in 2005. Survivors: his wife, Jerilean, and two brothers.

Gayle R. Cosgrove BSBA’81, Little Rock, April 30. Survivors: her father, step-mother, one daughter, one son and one brother.

Ethel Davis MED’82, Pine Bluff, May 7. She made history in Pine Bluff as the first African American to teach at Dollarway High School. She retired from Pine Bluff High School after teaching various mathematic courses for more than 30 years. She had the privilege of writing math questions for the ACT test during her tenure at Pine Bluff High School. Survivors: her husband, Lawrence, one daughter, one son, two sisters, two brothers, nine grandchildren and one great-grandson.

Kathy Beltrani Lenzen BSHE’84, Cabot, May 30. She worked for Dillard’s for 14 years and The Cabot Star Herald for 13 years. Survivors: her parents, one daughter and two sisters.

Julia Watson BSIE’85 MBA’86, Springdale, April 9. She worked at the Jones Center for Families and Harbor Meadows. She then joined the faculty at the University of Arkansas for 16 years, working in the Sam M. Walton College of Business and the College of Engineering. Survivors: her husband, Jeff, her parents, one daughter, one son, one sister and four brothers.

Daniel Ellis Monk BSIE’86, Stuttgart, Feb. 23, 2007. Survivors: two brothers.

Steve Cole PHD’88, Denton, Texas, March 16. He taught at the University of North Texas on the finance, insurance, real estate and law faculty. Survivors: three daughters, two brothers, two sisters and four grandchildren.

Rita Kay Haisman BSE’95, Decatur, April 15. She was a substitute teacher for the Decatur School District. Survivors: her husband, Harry, two daughters, three sons, one sister, one brother and seven grandchildren.

Denise Renee Pellin BSE’98 MAT’99, Springdale, May 12. She was a fourth-grade teacher at the Bernice

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Survivors: her parents, maternal grandmother, one brother and one sister.

Robert C. Parks JD’99, Fort Smith, May 7. He was an attorney and partner at Ledbetter, Cogbill, Arnold and Harrison LLP in Fort Smith. Survivors: his wife, Michelle, his father, his step-mother, his mother, his step-father, two daughters, one grandmother and one sister.

Renee P. Perry MED’99, El Dorado, April 26. She was the librarian at Watson Chapel High School. Survivors: her husband, Charles, her parents, one daughter, one step-daughter, two stepsons, one brother, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Martha Suzanne Pontier MED’00, Peachtree City, Ga., April 22. She served as a missionary with Africa Inland Mission for 18 years, her most recent years of ministry being at Amani Acre, Mombasa, Kenya. Survivors: her mother, two brothers and two sisters.

Eric Andrew Longer BA’01, Fayetteville, June 4. He worked for years caring for adults with mental and physical challenges. Survivors: his parents and one sister.

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Emee Stanley Youngman BSHES’04, Augusta, April 12. She was the assistant director for the ARCare Education Center.

She was the director of the after-school program for young teenagers as part of her job. Survivors: her husband, Jimmy, mother, one sister and one brother.

Linda Mae Schneider JD’05, Hindsville, May 9. Survivors: her husband, Andrew, her mother, three sons, one brother and one sister.

Matt Stark ★ BSA’08, Newport, April 20. He was pursuing his doctor of veterinary medicine degree at Mississippi State University. Survivors: his parents, three grandparents and one sister.

Jordan N. Bottje ✪ BSBA’11, Bentonville, June 21. She worked as a logistics engineer for J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. Survivors: her husband, Tyler, her parents, her maternal grandparents and her paternal grandparents.

Amanda Christiane Garbacz BSCE’11, North Little Rock, May 11.

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Survivors: her parents, one daughter, her paternal grandparents, her maternal grandparents, her great-grandfather and one sister.

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Friends Paul A. Byers, Fayetteville, June 21. He served in the U.S. Army. He worked for 29 years as a computer technician at the University of Arkansas. Survivors: his wife, Natalia, one daughter, one brother and one sister.

Thomas Bradley Jefferson, Carbondale, Ill., Aug. 25. He was born outside Urich, Mo., on Nov. 25, 1924, He got his doctoral degree at Purdue University and was chair of the department of mechanical engineering at the University of Arkansas from 1958 to 1968, when he accepted a position as dean of engineering and engineering technology at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. He retired in 1992. His wife, Carolyn, died in 2010.

Survivors: three children and seven grandchildren.

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Bill J. Thompson ★, Farmington, April 28. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a dedicated professor and teacher throughout his life, and was teaching at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Survivors: one son, one sister and one brother.

Tom Watts ★+, Camden, May 8. He served in the U.S. Navy. He owned and operated the family business, M.P. Watts and Bro. Department Store for 42 years.

Survivors: his wife, Mary, one son, one daughter, six grandchildren, one stepgrandson, two great-grandchildren and one step-great-granddaughter. ■

Sandra R. Taylor, Fayetteville, May 18.

She worked as a cashier in the intramural and recreational sports program, now called University Recreation. Survivors: one daughter, two sons, two brothers, three sisters, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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Life Amid Tragedy On May 20, a tornado struck Moore, Okla., killing 23 people and injuring 377. As they always have, students from the University of Arkansas responded with help. Jeff Sherwood (in red), who graduated from the university just a week earlier, and Logan Webster, a junior at the university, lift debris to free a bewildered cat from the remains of a home and into the hands of family members who survived the tornado.

In recent years, students have organized relief efforts for similar tornadic destruction in nearby Joplin, Mo., and Vilonia, Ark.; for international disasters such as the tsunami that hit Indonesia and Thailand in 2004 and the more recent earthquake that affected Fukushima, Japan; and national efforts such as the one that followed the flooding of New Orleans, when not only did students from Arkansas go south to help Louisiana, but the campus also welcomed students from universities closed by that natural disaster. â–

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