Spring 2013 Issue

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Buccaneer Bookshelf ClassNotes A Theological Exploration

Dr. Gloria L. Schaab, SSJ, associate professor of theology and director of Graduate Programs in Theology and Ministry, has authored a new book titled, “Trinity in Relation: Creation, Incarnation, and Grace in an Evolving Cosmos” (Anselm Academic Press, a division of St. Mary’s Press, Winona, WI). Drawing upon the biblical, historical and contemporary theological traditions of Christianity and the insights of the natural, physical and behavioral sciences, “Trinity in Relation” sets forth a theology of the Triune God and in relation who is intimately, unceasingly, and dynamically engaged in the full flourishing of the cosmos and its creatures. It grounds this theological perspective in an understanding that being itself is constituted by relation and focuses on three relations essential to all being: the relations of origin, effect and emergence. This is Schaab’s second book rooted in the dialogue between theology and science.

The Process of Language

Dr. Terry Piper, dean of the Adrian Dominican School of Education, has authored a new book titled, “Making Meaning, Making Sense: Children’s Early Language Learning” (Bridgepoint Education). The book explores the process of language development via concrete exemplars of children learning language in a real-world context. With personal anecdotes and interesting case studies, the text challenges future teachers to think critically about language development and include it as a goal in all their interactions with young children. “Making Meaning, Making Sense” includes a number of features to help students understand key concepts, think critically and apply language acquisition concepts to interactions with children.

A Tale of Two Judges

Jeffrey David Reynolds ’09 has written a novel “Justice Betrayed” published by Sunstone Press. Set in the cities and courthouses, the mesas, mountains, and high desert plains of New Mexico, it tells the story of two judges: one is a respected, seasoned veteran of the bench who has risen from Magistrate Court Judge to District Court and then to the Chief Justiceship of the state’s Supreme Court; the other a young Administrative Law Judge, riveted by his duty and unwilling to be silenced or kept from his sworn oath to uphold the law. Events such as murder trial, a jury deliberating intensely on the death penalty, and a staunch investigation lead to the prize of a vacant U.S. Senate seat. Reynolds is an attorney who served as the Judicial Law Clerk at the District Court in Albuquerque, New Mexico, taking part in major criminal and civil trials during his tenure. He later served as a Judicial Law Clerk for Justice Mary Walters, who was the first woman appointed to the New Mexico Supreme Court in Santa Fe. He also served as Staff Attorney/Pro Se Writ Clerk for the United States District Court of New Mexico. His legal career culminated with an Administrative Law Judgeship/ Hearing Officer position for child support hearings in the northeast quadrant of New Mexico.

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’57 Joan F. Mulins Przywara has five

happily married adult children and 10 grandchildren. She is still active with the Girl Scouts (Chair at Wilmington Diocese Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts), Alzheimer Association (Support Group Facilitator), and AARP (local chapter).

’61 Martha Saconchik-Pytel, after 10 years

of research, has a book published, “Baker’s Haulover – A Maritime Treasure of History and Pioneers.” (www. haulover.us) It is the first ever history of this site along with the “golden age” of charter boat fishing including its pioneers, celebrities, events and landmarks.

’62 Maureen S. Dinnen was chosen

Florida School Board Member of the Year in 2010 by the Florida Education Foundations.

’68 Georgia Ann Bicknell completed her

Master’s of Education online from Jones International University in July 2010. She is presently enrolled online in a doctoral program in Education (Leadership and Organizational Development) with Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. • William “Bill” Tenney is on the Board of Directors of the Barnacle Society, The Barnacle Historic Park in Coconut Grove, Florida.

’71 Pamela Taylor née Amoury is retiring

soon and has grown children. She hopes to reconnect with folks from the halcyon days and anyone who has known her in her years at Barry. • Kathleen A. Fives Wilkinson is retired. She is living on the water in Eastern North Carolina with her husband and Labradoodle.

’75 Margaret P. Langerman Schram has a

32-year career as a National Board Teacher of Mathematics Education and Math chair. • Sharon Sonchik Colon will be retiring in 2013 after 40 years of teaching.

’77 Madonna Elyce Rodgers Beatty

works at All Children’s Hospital in the Neuroscience/Surgical Floor. She has 2 children; son TJ is 29 years old and daughter Tara-Anne is 22 years old. Her son Tj has spent six years in the U.S. Army and went to Iraq twice for a total of 2 ½ years.

’78 Lisa Blando Carlton is beginning her 23rd year in education. Her first grandchild was born in October.

’79 Baulbeer Persaud is a member of the

“Who’s Who International”— a global network of professionals who share knowledge as well as business ideas. Based in the United States, the group also provides advice on business development and members assist each other as required and subject to each member’s ability/capacity. She would like to get in touch with classmates Trevor London and Simon Cheong.

’80 Dr. Dave Hinkes has published his

first book co-authored with Dr. Daryl Green, “Selling by Objectives (SBO).” He is an associate professor of management/ marketing at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. He is CEO of Hink, Inc., a management, marketing, sales, and keynote speech consulting practice since 1991. He and his wife of 30 years, Debra, live in Knoxville, Tennessee.

’82 Leon “Chip” Horne has been living

in New York City, his hometown since 1983. He owns and operates one of the last printing companies in the city of New York. • Hank Malanowski retired from 28 years of service in active duty in the Marine Corps and was awarded the Legion of Merit for meritorious service to the Marine Corps and to the United States. He served as an expert logistician in the Gulf War. Upon his retirement he will reside in Lorton, Virginia, and work in the Supply Chain for AT&T. He earned a Bachelor of Science in economics and finance and has advanced degrees in systems information management and strategic studies.

’84 Maria Dusenbery works for six

agencies, including Home Care Case Management and LTC Insurance Assessments. Her daughter gave birth to her first child in February 2012 and may move to Southwest Florida and is hoping to connect with Barry activities in the Fort Myers area. • Jacqueline Laurin is a transplant hepatologist at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. She is married to Robert Olshaker and has two sons: Benjamin, 6, and Gerald, 5.

’91 Vanessa Gilyard attends The

American Public University System, which is an online university, in Charles Town, West Virginia. She is working on a Master of Arts in history with a concentration in American history.

’92 Dr. Brendan Francis who served on the Board of Directors of the Alumni Association of Barry University from 2005-2010 is a member of the Harvard School of Public Health/Global Health

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