Spring 2023 Bethany Magazine

CONTRiBUTORS

Shelby Davis

Deno Emili ‘78

Beth Grace, ’80

Christine Haines ‘81

Emily Luke

Kirsten Reid

Erikka Sansom

Liz Short

Lori Weaver

Anna Winesdoerffer

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Sydney Brown

PHOTOGRAPHY

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Emily Luke

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SENiOR ADMiNiSTRATiON

Jamie Caridi, Ph.D. President

Dana Bearer Vice President of Enrollment Management

Sue Halulko Vice President for Finance and CFO

Duane Kilty

Special Assistant to the President

Anju Ramjee, Ph.D. Provost & Dean of Faculty

Brian Sansom Director of Athletics

Gerald E. Stebbins

Vice President and Dean of Students

Lori Weaver

Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Marketing & Communications

Jill Willson

Special Assistant to the President

Marc Chernenko ‘78

General Council

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Todd Adams

Thaddaeus Allen ’92

Ken Bado ’77

Scott Brooks ’78

Richard Clancy III ‘76

Logan Hassig ’70

Dean Haubrich ’64

Patrick Hosey ’80

Carmina Hughes ’76

Joyce Pollack Jefferson ’77

Asa Johnson

Arthur B. Keys, Jr. ’67

S. Dean Lesiak ’74

Janet A. Long ’78

Sean McBride ’86

Chris Payne ’81

Georgiana Riley ’71

Jhamal Robinson ’98

Edward J. See ’83

Dave Sims ’75

Kathy Tucker ’85

Don Waugaman ’70

Craig Williams ’96

Jeffrey J. Woda ’87

Forging New Trails

Bethany College has long been committed to providing its students with the best possible education, and this commitment is reflected in our strategic plan, Build for a Lifetime. As we look towards the future, we recognize that the landscape of higher education is constantly evolving, and we are determined to stay ahead of the curve. That is why, since June of 2022, we have been actively seeking and forming partnerships with some of the most innovative and forwardthinking institutions in the country. These partnerships have allowed us to expand our offerings and provide our students with even more opportunities to learn and grow. As we prepare for the 2023–2024 academic year, we are excited to continue this trend of growth and collaboration, and we are confident that our new partnerships will help us to better serve our students and achieve our long-term goals.

JUNE 30, 2022

Bethany College and Appalachian School of Law (ASL) signed an accelerated dual degree agreement that offers students a faster and less expensive route to a law career. The agreement, known as the 'Accelerated Law School Guarantee,' allows students to earn both a baccalaureate degree from Bethany College and a Juris Doctor from ASL in just six years instead of the usual seven. "Families today want to obtain highly marketable degrees at a great value. Students who attend Bethany College and meet program requirements will be assured of a seat at Appalachian School of Law, shaving off an entire year of college expenses,” says Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi. To be eligible, students must complete all Bethany College core requirements, have a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0, and obtain an LSAT score equal to or exceeding 153.

“When it comes to interinstitutional collaborations such as this 3+3 agreement, the benefit to students is clear — they complete their education rapidly, their student loan debt and other costs are reduced, and students are allowed an extra year to utilize their earning capacity after they graduate,” says ASL President and Dean B. Keith Faulkner.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The College announced its partnership with Brooke County Schools to create the Bethany College — Brooke Collegiate Academy, which will allow students in the county to enroll in college classes and receive credit from Bethany College while still in high school. This will enable students to obtain free college courses, graduate college sooner and with less debt, and potentially complete a bachelor's degree in three years instead of four. Brooke County Schools and the Board of Education will pay for all books, materials, course fees, and transportation to the College, while Bethany College will provide qualified students with relevant courses taught by Bethany faculty members. The program will integrate high school and college education to improve student learning, persistence, and satisfaction.

“It is widely known that secondary education and postsecondary education haven’t always worked hand-in-glove for the benefit of students,” says President Caridi. “This Collegiate Academy is a coordinated effort to integrate the two systems in a thoughtful proactive way that improves student learning, persistence, and satisfaction.” Brooke County Schools Superintendent Jeffrey Crook expressed his excitement saying, “we are extremely proud and excited to partner with Bethany College.”

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Bethany College announced a partnership with the West Virginia University Reed College of Media to provide business and communication students with three graduate-level programs — integrated marketing communications (IMC), data marketing, and digital marketing The 4+1 program is currently available for current WVU students but is now open to select Bethany students, providing an accelerated and automatic pathway to complete the master's degree in marketing communications at WVU. WVU's Reed College of Media will also offer five scholarship seats each semester for the intro class to Bethany seniors, regardless of home state, allowing them to complete the eight-week course for free. “We have a rich and storied history of graduating exceptional alumni in the field of communications and marketing here at Bethany College,” says President Caridi. “This partnership with WVU helps to ensure a future that will continue that tradition.”

“Like our colleagues at Bethany College, we’re dedicated to providing West Virginians with access to quality education, and this partnership will play a significant role in doing just that,” says Diana Martinelli, dean of WVU Reed College of Media.

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Bethany College announced a new partnership with Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) College of Pharmacy, offering an early assurance program for chemistry and biochemistry students. The program will allow Bethany students to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in an accelerated pathway, with a pipeline into NEOMED College of Pharmacy. President Caridi noted the importance of providing this first-of-its-kind agreement, saying, "Our students will save time and money by receiving an in-demand credential with strong earnings power."

NEOMED's Dean of Pharmacy, Dr. Richard Kasmer, also commented on the agreement, saying, "I look forward to working with Bethany College on an ongoing basis to create opportunities for qualified students to become the transformative pharmacy leaders of the future."

Vice President for Enrollment Management Dana Bearer noted, “NEOMED’s confidence in our preprofessional curriculum is humbling, and this pathway to the Pharm.D. credential is a tremendous opportunity for our aspiring pharmacists!”

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Bethany College announced a new partnership with the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM). According to a memorandum of understanding, the preOsteopathic program at WVSOM will now be directly accessible to Bethany students interested in pursuing a medical degree in osteopathic medicine. Students who meet the program requirements will receive guaranteed acceptance to WVSOM. President Caridi was honored to announce the partnership, saying, "This partnership with the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine ensures that Bethany students will be guaranteed a seat at one of the best medical schools in the country." WVSOM President Jim Nemitz also expressed enthusiasm for the partnership and the opportunity it provides for Bethany students.

“WVSOM is thrilled to establish this guaranteed admissions program with Bethany College,” says Nemitz. “This program will enable Bethany students pursuing the dream of becoming a physician to secure a seat at our medical school. We look forward to seeing more Bethany students on our campus in the coming years!”

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Bethany College announced a partnership with Wheeling University to offer Bethany students a pathway to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at Wheeling's College of Health Science. At least two students from Bethany will be accepted into the DPT program each year upon completion of an undergraduate degree from Bethany and meeting the grade point average requirement. Students may choose any undergraduate path that meets the requirements of Wheeling's DPT program. President Caridi stated, “[this agreement] will offer Bethanians a new graduate program while maintaining the integrity of traditionally small class sizes and connections with faculty. In offering a field with opportunities in various settings, students will work on developing professional skills while fostering their rich individual development that will translate into ethical care post-graduation.”

Bethany's Provost and Dean of Faculty Dr. Anju Ramjee is optimistic about the agreement, saying, “[the agreement] will offer a higher level of education while maintaining the value of a smaller institution.”

Wheeling University's President Ginny R. Favede expressed her pleasure with the agreement, which will benefit students seeking an advanced degree and produce more physical therapists to meet healthcare needs.

Bethany College is continuing its commitment to providing its students with innovative and dynamic opportunities for growth and learning. The partnerships formed with these institutions demonstrate the College’s dedication to its students and the ever-evolving landscape of higher education. These collaborations will provide students with a faster, less expensive route to a law degree, an integrated approach to high school and college education, a pathway to complete a master’s degree in marketing communications, and much more. Bethany College is confident that these new partnerships will enable it to better serve its students and achieve its long-term goals of excellence.

Exciting New Programs

Bethany College announced the addition of four new majors, and one new minor, and a graduate program to its academic offerings during the 2022-2023 school year. These new programs are designed to meet the growing demand for professionals in fields such as criminal justice and international studies, which both launched during the 2022–2023 academic year, and the M.B.A. 4+1 program, healthcare administration, digital marketing, and esport gaming management which are set to roll out for the 2023-2024 academic year.

The criminal justice major provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to enter careers in law enforcement, corrections, security, and related fields. This program offers courses ranging from criminology, law enforcement, and criminal investigation to abnormal psychology, forensic chemistry, and constitutional law, as well as hands-on experience through internships and field placements.

The international studies major is designed for students interested in understanding global issues and cultures. This program offers courses in political science, economics, and foreign languages, as well as opportunities for students to gain practical experience and broaden their perspectives.

The M.B.A. 4+1 program will provide an accelerated option for students to obtain both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just five years, giving them a competitive edge in the workforce. According to President Dr. Jamie Caridi, “students will receive exceptional value by completing the program, which will help reduce overall costs and allow them to enter the job market as full-time professionals earning impressive incomes.” The program is open to students from other institutions and is designed for students pursuing any major, as long as they complete a minor in business administration. The program format emphasizes ethical decision-making and provides real-world experiences through case studies, internships, and working on-campus while completing their masters. Students with a 2.75 or higher GPA at the end of their junior year can be directly admitted into the program upon application, so long as they are pursuing either a major in accounting, finance, management, or marketing and international business, or a minor in business administration.

The healthcare administration major will prepare students for leadership roles in healthcare organizations. This program will cover topics such as healthcare policy, healthcare finance, and organizational behavior, as well as offer practical experience through internships and case studies.

The digital marketing major is designed for students interested in careers in the fast-paced and ever-changing world of digital marketing. This program will cover topics such as search engine optimization, social media marketing, and content creation, as well as provide hands-on experience through internships and real-world projects.

The esport gaming management minor will provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue careers in the rapidly growing esports industry. This program will cover topics such as esports event planning, marketing and promotion, and team management, as well as offer practical experience through internships and collaborations with esports organizations. With the announcement of the esport minor, the College also announced the addition of a new esport arena which is set to be housed in Phillips Hall.

“At Bethany College, we are thrilled to unveil an extraordinary lineup of new programs that reflect our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our students,” says Caridi. “These offerings empower our students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an ever-changing global landscape. We are excited to embark on this journey with our students, as they prepare to shape the future of their chosen fields.”

“I am thrilled to witness the launch of our exciting new programs on campus,” says Provost and Dean of Faculty Dr. Anju Ramjee noted “Our criminal justice, international studies, healthcare administration, and digital marketing majors, along with the innovative M.B.A. 4+1 graduate program and esport gaming management minor, exemplify our commitment to providing diverse and dynamic educational opportunities. These programs equip our students with the skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to excel, and we are excited to support them as they follow their own trails.”

The added majors and minor reflect the changing demands of the job market and provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers. Bethany is committed to providing a transformative education that prepares students to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world. With these new programs, the College will continue to uphold this commitment and provide students with the best possible education and opportunities for success with continued growth as we Build for a Lifetime.

Bethany Celebrates 183 Years

Bethany College celebrated 183 years as an institution founded by Alexander Campbell during its annual Founder’s Day Celebration on March 2. Dr. Joel A. Brown, President of the Disciples of Christ Historical Society, joined students, faculty, staff, and other Disciples of Christ members for the celebration held in historic Commencement Hall.

Dr. Brown reflected on Campbell’s vision, not only for America but for this institution. He said Campbell had faith in the world around him, but he came to realize how the Civil War would impact his outlook over time. Campbell worried about the future, God’s plans, and national disunion. Dr. Brown went on to say that hidden in Campbell’s struggles is a message — to not hold too tightly to the visions of the future we have because we may miss the opportunity to do something that matters more.

“Worlds fall apart. But the good news is that maybe, just maybe, the broken pieces of our shattered worlds

will be picked up and reassembled, put back together, even if in different configurations than we’d first known or imagined them. Bethany College is a living testimony to the possibility that broken worlds can be put back together,” Dr. Brown concluded.

Following the speech, President Dr. Jamie Caridi and Provost Dr. Anju Ramjee congratulated those who made the President’s and Dean’s List in the fall semester. A reception followed the event before the wreath-laying ceremony at Campbell’s gravestone at God’s Acre Cemetery.

William “Bill” Kiefer Passes, Remembered for Unwavering Dedication to Bethany College

Long-time Bethany College friend William “Bill” Kiefer passed away on the night of Dec. 15, 2022. Kiefer was one of the most impactful community members to bless Bethany College through his countless years of dedication.

Kiefer graduated from Bethany College in 1971 and had been a key member of the College ever since. Bill served on Bethany’s Alumni Council and Board of Trustees before becoming CFO and General Counsel Emeritus for Bethany College.

Kiefer was one of three recipients of the Robert A. Sandercox Award for outstanding service and dedication to Bethany College. As the ‘goto’ man for just about everything College related, Kiefer continuously guided students, staff, alumni, and friends with his wisdom.

As a brother of Alpha Sigma Phi, Kiefer led generations of brothers, showing them courage and support throughout the years. For his sustained alumni service to the fraternity, he was honored by receiving the Delta Beta Xi Award.

Kiefer was a man of love and service. He was true to his beliefs and fought to do right by everyone and everything. In addition to his love for the College, Bill was a great father and husband to his family.

“On behalf of our entire Bethany College Community, I want to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our colleague Bill Kiefer. Bill's life and his legacy serve as a testament to what it means to be a Bethanian,” says Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi. “He was a man of extraordinary wisdom and character who for over half a century selflessly offered his steadfast support to the College. Bill was a friend and counselor to countless board members, past presidents, and so many members of the faculty and staff, and me included. We will honor his legacy by striving each day to serve as he did — with charity, love, and passion.”

“Bill was my counselor and friend. He loved Bethany College. Every comment, thought, and action he offered had Bethany’s best interest first. He was what all Bethanians aspire to be. I will miss him,” remarks Ken Bado, chairman of the Board of Trustees.

“For most of us, we have never known a Bethany College in which Bill Kiefer was not involved in one capacity or another. He arrived in 1967 and never really went too far away. He has been a constant in Bethany’s ever-changing landscape,” recalled Marc Chernenko ‘78 at Kiefer’s retirement celebration in September of 2022. “He has been one of the great ambassadors for Bethany College and occupies a singularly important place in its history. He epitomizes Mr. Campbell’s premise that Bethany prepares its students for their first job and their last job — lawyer, civic leader, volunteer, historian, and columnist — our very own Jon Meacham.”

May Bill’s memory live on in the chiming of the Old Main bell, the pouring in of sun through the windows of Commencement Hall, and love for the Bethany community. May Bill’s family feel the love our community has for him, and may he rest in eternal peace.

Lasting Legacy

The Renner Family is no stranger to Bethany College. Generations of their family have attended the College, and several facilities on campus bear their family name following their successful careers and generous donations. After years of making gifts through their family foundation, Dr. Daniel Renner '54 and his wife, Marlane, made a decision to leave a lasting legacy through an estate gift to start multiple scholarships.

Dr. Renner was an outstanding student-athlete during his time at Bethany College, graduating magna cum laude in 1954 after leading the tennis team as captain for two years and winning the West Virginia Intrastate Tennis Singles championship. After graduating from Bethany, Dr. Renner earned his doctorate at the University of Michigan. He then completed his internship at the Cornell Medical Center in 1957-58 and surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University, focusing on thoracic and vascular surgery for 36 years in the Cleveland area. He served as the chairman of surgery and thoracic surgery at Hillcrest Hospital/Cleveland Clinic before his retirement.

Dr. Renner and Marlane, a former school teacher and administrator, share a love for Bethany College. The couple decided to create scholarships for students with financial need who maintain a 3.0 grade point average and have an interest in medicine, religion, or education. Their gift is set up to support four students a year via a percentage of their overall estate to the college endowment, benefiting generations to come.

“Bethany has been a huge part of the Renner family for three generations, and it is fitting that we remember a school that has blessed our family so fully,” says Marlane.

“On behalf of the Bethany community, I want to extend our deepest gratitude to Daniel and Marlane,” says Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Marketing Lori Weaver. “Their commitment to supporting Bethany’s mission is an incredible act of generosity that will be felt by many, and their legacy will be remembered by future generations of Bethanians.”

“It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know Dr. and Mrs. Renner,” says Associate Vice President of Development Liz Short.

“Their love for each other, for God, and for Bethany are all apparent in every interaction. I am glad that we were able to identify exactly how they want to be remembered and helping them leave their legacy in a way that is meaningful for them.”

Planned giving is an incredible way to make a difference in the lives of students and in the future of the college—and it is easy to do through a variety of ways. For more information about how you can make an important impact through a planned gift, contact Deno Emili at demili@bethanywv.edu.

Distinguished Attorney Leads Fall Convocation

Bethany College had the pleasure of welcoming back one of its own, James J. Harris ’84, to campus for the annual fall convocation as keynote speaker. Harris majored in history and political science at Bethany and has led a distinguished career as an attorney with L Brands, home of Bath & Body Works, White Barn Candle Co., PINK, and Victoria’s Secret Beauty & Accessories, for over 17 years.

Harris addressed the students, sharing his perspectives about his experience at Bethany and career in the retail corporate world. He reflected on his time here — a time he described as unique and fun. He shared snippets of memories about going to college in the 80’s, and how even though times then were different, much has stayed the same.

Harris encouraged students to embrace all the changes in the world because in doing so,

he believes they become more marketable. He concluded his presentation by sharing an interaction with 1927 graduate Dr. Forrest Kirkpatrick. He told students about an analogy Kirkpatrick shared about a stone on campus, saying “Do you know you are standing at the center of the universe, and you can go anywhere from here? It’s up to you.”

During convocation, several achievements were also announced including Staff Awards, Faculty Awards, President’s and Dean’s List students, and many others. Below is a full list of award winners.

ANNA RUTH BOURNE AWARD

Phi Mu

W. KIRK. WOOLERY AWARD Phi Kappa Tau

RICHARD B. KENNEY FRESHMAN LEADERSHIP AWARD

Ava Lee

JOHN R. TAYLOR MEMORIAL AWARD FOR LIBERAL ARTS

David DeIuliis

PRESIDENT’S FACULTY AWARD

Melanee Sinclair

PRESIDENT’S STAFF AWARD

Kathy Burd and Denny McMaster

REV. DR. JOSÉ FRANCISCO MORALES TORRES LEADS SCOTT LECTURES

Bethany College presented the annual Oreon E. Scott Lectures on March 27 and 28, 2023, at the First Christian Church in Washington, Pa. The Scott Lectures began in 1956 as a way to strengthen church leaders and grow deep in the faith of the Christian Church.

This year’s event was led by Rev. Dr. José Francisco Morales Torres with the theme of “Christ-Centered and Opened to the Religious Other: The Exception or the Rule?” Torres is the assistant professor of Latinx studies and religion at Chicago Theological Seminary. As a historical and comparative theologian, Torres places historical voices into conversation with historically-marginalized voices, within and beyond the Christian tradition, offering radical re-articulations of Christian doctrines for today’s realities.

CLASS OF 2026 JOINS BETHANY FAMILY

Fresh, new, and excited Bethanians took their historic walk through the Oglebay Gates and up to Pennington Quadrangle to sign the Book of Matriculation — a tradition that dates to the late 1800s.

KAPPA DELTA AND PHI KAPPA TAU HOSTING REUNIONS

The Sigma Xi Chapter of Kappa Delta sorority and the Phi Chapter of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity will both be celebrating the 100th anniversary of their chartering on the Bethany College campus in 2023.

Many Bethanians from the second half of the 20th century fondly remember the Kappa Delta Sisters, and the chapter, which closed in the beginning of the 2000s.

The women of KD are planning to spend the weekend of June 9–11 in Bethany. The agenda will include a clocktower tour, “white rose-type" ceremony, and dinner dance.

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Tau will be celebrating the centennial of their founding at Bethany on the weekend of October 27–29, 2023. Some of the highlights will include placing a commemorative plaque in Old Main and attending student events. As a kickoff to the summer of celebration, the group is hosting an outing at the Pittsburgh Pirates game on Saturday, June 3. The Chapter remains a strong, vibrant presence on Bethany’s campus.

Honors Day Recognizes Outstanding Students

Bethany College honored its high-achieving students with its annual Honors Day ceremony on April 6. Kevin (Drew)

VonScio, Ian A. Nelson, Julianne Latynski, Hailee Vizyak, and

Louis Banks, were the winners of the all-campus awards.

VonScio, a communications major from Washington, Pa., received the Bethany 2000 Prize, which recognizes the senior who has best demonstrated loyalty and commitment to Bethany College in a wide range of activities over the course of his or her studies.

Nelson, a chemistry major from Monongahela, Pa., received the Francis O. Carfer Prize. This prize is presented to the senior, who in the judgment of the Honors Committee, has made the most outstanding contribution to the College.

Latynski, an environmental science major from Avella, Pa., received the John R. Taylor Memorial Award in Liberal Arts. This award is presented to the student who demonstrates exceptional scholastic achievement; service to the college in terms of cross-disciplinary extracurricular activity; and a deep understanding of, and abiding commitment to, the core liberal arts values expressed in the

Mission documents of Bethany College. The award is named in memory of John R. Taylor ’44, professor emeritus of English.

Vizyak, a biochemistry major from Wellsburg, W.Va., received the Pittsburgh Bethany College Club Award as Outstanding Junior Woman. The award is based on the qualities of leadership, character, conduct, and scholarship.

Banks, of Solon, Ohio, received the W.F. Kennedy Prize as Outstanding Junior Man. The prize, established by Kennedy of Wheeling, W.Va., is awarded based on the student’s contribution to the college community life through leadership in activities, personal character, and scholarship.

Academic departments also recognized students with individual awards.

Dr. Scott Brothers and Ian Nelson

Bethany Remembers Dr. William Edward Tucker

talking with a woman — I don’t recall who but it was clearly someone who worked with him.”

Dr. William Edward Tucker, Bethany’s 14th president, died Oct. 14, 2022, at 90. He served for only three years — from 1976 to 1979 — before leaving for Texas Christian University, where he would serve as Chancellor for the next two decades.

But students from that time remember him well as a skilled leader, a regular guy with a quick wit, and a true leader who actually knew your name.

Tucker himself recalled his tenure as a time of joy, where he honed his skills as an administrator and led a college that was a haven for learning, scholarship and fellowship. In a speech delivered at Founder’s Day 2009, Tucker fondly remembered his colleagues and executive committee as men and women who “enabled this college to sing.”

His students remember him just as fondly.

Tucker was the true face of the college, spending time walking around campus, popping in on classes, dining on the occasional belly bomber at Benedum Commons. It was not uncommon to see him on campus, striking up conversations with students en route to the P.O. or Bubba’s.

Bill Carver, Class of 1982, remembers an encounter with the president, not long before Tucker would leave campus for good.

He had just transferred from Ohio Wesleyan University and was searching for his Old Main classroom when he saw a man in an overcoat approaching.

“He stopped and addressed me by name. It was Dr. Tucker. I was amazed he knew my name, never having formally met the man. He welcomed me to Bethany and gave me his phone number, in case I needed anything,” he

said. “His kindness in that chance encounter confirmed for me that choosing to transfer to Bethany was the best decision I made up to that point in my life.”

Christine Enzerra Haines, ’81 remembers his approachability and humor.

“One very foggy night as a friend and I were walking down the steep stairs by the library, we could hear someone playing tennis. We immediately knew it was Tucker, as he was a habitual player. With nothing but respect we began humming Hail to the Chief. As we came out of the fog at the courts he saluted us with his racquet and wished us a good evening.

His sense of humor and welcoming manner made him a campus favorite.

Stephen Chernicky, ‘78, remembers the year Tucker appeared at the Beta Theta Pi Christmas party as Santa Claus.

Others credited him for being a good sport who could take a ribbing — which he did repeatedly from Professor John Taylor in his typed newsletter The Blat. Taylor took Tucker’s golden retriever — always referred to by his full name of Ralph Tucker — to task for roaming the campus on his own, and his periodic impromptu swims in the bio pond.

Board of Trustees Chairman George M. “Ken” Bado, ’77, has spent a fair amount of time over the years on the top floor of Cochran Hall.

He remembers the first time his Phi Kappa Tau brothers had decided to invite Tucker to the house for a welcome event. Bado volunteered to make the ask.

“I just went up to Cochran and walked right into his office,” he says. “I saw him sitting at a table, taking notes on a big yellow legal pad and

“It left an impression on me. I thought it was a great way to communicate with people. So collaborative — together at the same table. I ended up doing that in my own office as a CEO. I took meetings at the table and we worked as colleagues.”

Did Tucker accept the invitation? Yes, Bado remembers. “He didn’t hesitate. He said he’d be glad to come.”

Even after Tucker left Bethany, he maintained some ties.

Beth Grace, ’80, recalls receiving a thank you letter for a story she wrote about his departure in The Tower. Tucker also sent her a note when her father passed away suddenly in the fall of her senior year.

“I still have that note,” she says. “He was more than just a figurehead. He loved this campus and its students.”

Former English Professor Dr. Larry Grimes calls Tucker a powerful presence with a deep humility, and an intense commitment to being truly present in each moment.

“When he met a person, he reached out with his hand, but he grabbed you with his eyes and held you close — he really saw you deep and true, and you saw him as well. There was a special power in that gaze, in his eyes.”

He was known among colleagues and faculty as a bit of a prankster, who saw humor in most things.

Grimes remembers hearing the story of the day Tucker walked down the hill toward Cramblet Hall, and ran into the groundsman, a proud veteran who regularly raised and lowered the flag in front of Old Main. The man gesticulated wildly toward the top of the pole.

“Bill looked up and saw a bra flying where the flag should be. How it got there, I do not know, but Bill calmed the groundsman, who could not say the name of the object, then calmly lowered the bra and disposed of it.”

Bill Tucker was Bethany’s president for only three years. But he still looms large in the lives of the young Bethanians he led.

GREEK RECOGNITION

Bethany College Greek students dressed to the nines and gathered to recognize outstanding Greek members and chapters at the Froscars Award Ceremony, which annually marks the end of Greek Week.

ALUMN i GATHER i NGS

Connections continue to grow as our Bethanians unite from far and wide at our Alumni Regional Events. With gatherings from Wheeling, WV, to Tampa, FL, alumni carried their Bison pride across the country. While bonding over the love of our College, Bethanians of all ages continue to keep Bethany’s mission and spirit alive. Thanks to our post-pandemic momentum, our community continues to flourish.

2023

VIENNA, VA | WESTWOOD COUNTRY CLUB

Hosted by Sean McBride ‘86

TAMPA, FL | UNIVERSITY CLUB  Hosted by Jim Porter ‘86

NEW YORK, NY | THE WINSLOW

2022

WHEELING, WV | THE CHAR HOUSE ON THE BOULEVARD

HOUSTON, PA | HELLTOWN TAPROOM

ALEXANDRIA, VA | HI-TIDE LOUNGE AT VOLA’S

PITTSBURGH, PA | SHORTY’S PINS AND PINTS

In addition, there have been numerous “Thirsty Thursdays” in Columbus, OH, hosted by Alex Henry ’14, and multiple groups have golf outings planned for the summer of 2023, including men’s basketball alumni and the Sigma Nu and Beta fraternities. To hear about events coming to you soon in places such as Boston, Dallas, Atlanta, and Baltimore, contact Deno Emili, executive director of alumni engagement and planned giving, at demili@bethanywv.edu, or check the Bethany website or social media postings.

FRATERNITY GREEK SING WINNERS Beta Theta Pi

CELEBRITY LOOK-A-LIKE SUPERLATIVE WINNERS

FRATERNITY SENIOR CLASS OF THE YEAR Alpha Xi Delta

BIGGEST OVERACHIEVER SUPERLATIVE WINNERS

FRATERNITY PYRAMID WINNERS Alpha Sigma Phi

Women Leadership

“Women and leadership. Why is that something that so many of us struggle with? Why do we question our self-worth as leaders? I know that many of us in this room struggle with answering these questions, and that is why it’s so important that we continue to push for spaces that amplify women’s voices, not tear them down,” said Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Marketing, and Communications Lori Weaver during her opening remarks for the eighth annual Ann Wilkin Trombadore Women & Leadership Symposium on Friday, April 21.

Pictured from left to right: McDonald, Thompson, Elliot, Morey, Foster

These questions, and many more like them, are what brought nearly 180 guests, including students, alumni, speakers, and panelists to the event. The theme for the weekend was ‘Be Courageous,’ and women in leadership roles used their voices to share their trials, tribulations, successes, and experiences to inspire attendees to be all that they can be and more.

Those distinguished guests, keynote speakers, and panelists included Carolyn McDonald ’79, Judge Joyce Chernenko ’78, Sara Wittman ’13, Melinda Elliott ’80, Diane Thompson ’82, Jill Willson, Caryn Foster Durham, and Julie Keehner. Also in attendance was the founder of the Women & Leadership Symposium, Scarlett Foster ’79.

Durham, senior director of corporate communications for Kaléo, was the speaker on Friday evening. Durham shared her experiences and ways she felt she was courageous in her career, then went on to share ways to build a foundation for courage. She reflected on the time when she quit her job as CEO of a company, saying “What I found on the other side, was having that courage to want something more, allowed me to walk away from things that were holding me back. At the time, I didn’t even understand they were holding me back. So, what I’m saying is have the courage to be able to say to yourself ‘I deserve more,’ and you will get more.”

Scarlett Foster was met with quite the surprise as her friends and former classmates, Carolyn McDonald, Melinda Elliott, and Diane Thompson announced an endowed scholarship would be awarded annually in her name to a student who has shown remarkable leadership during their time at Bethany—the Scarlett Foster Women and Leadership Award. This award will keep Foster’s legacy alive and will allow the students awarded to use it for their professional development.

“This is an incredible thing to do for our women, and I am honored to be a part of it,” said Foster. “Bethany women are courageous, period, and incredibly accomplished for a school of this size. To have the number of people who have gone on for the level of success they have is pretty remarkable.”

Sophie Morey, the winner of the inaugural scholarship, took home a $1,000 check and said she had grown in her confidence from attending the symposium the past two years.

“I really love the topics that we’ve chosen. Be brave, be courageous, have confidence. I myself suffer sometimes from having those doubtful voices in my head and just knowing that other people, other alumni, other students have been

through the same thing. And look at these amazing alumni today. They’re doing amazing things and that just gives me hope. I’m excited for what my future holds,” Morey said.

The symposium ended with an address from Julie Keehner, owner of Keehner Consulting, LLC. Keehner reflected on her over three decades in higher education, and the lessons she learned in her personal and professional life. She stressed the importance of having the courage to not only celebrate your accomplishments but also in owning your mistakes.

“People notice when you have the courage to own up to your mistakes,” said Keehner. “People notice when you do something different like being strong and courageous. So, I promise if you make those decisions, they may not always be easy, but they will make a difference in your career.”

Keehner went on to discuss times when she faced adversity and stood up for herself and others, times when she knew she had to remain true to herself, and when she had to step out of her comfort zone to do what was right.

A panel discussion was held on Saturday that featured advice and lessons from personal and professional success. The Honorable Judge Joyce Chernenko, special advisor the president, Jill Willson, owner and operator of Return to Rhythm LLC, Sara Wittman, and Friday’s keynote speaker Caryn Foster Durham, led by moderator Dr. Melinda Elliott, spoke on positive habits for leadership, time management, positive work-life balance, mistakes they learned from, and the importance of maintaining connections and stepping out of your comfort zone.

She ended by saying “I hope that all of us embrace lifelong learning. The world is changing so rapidly that none of us are going to be good at what we do unless we embrace continual learning. That’s so important to each of us, and that’s how we will move up in our careers. Read as much as you can and attend conferences and symposiums as much as you can. Know that we are never done learning.”

The goal of Women and Leadership weekend is to unite students and alumnae to promote the role of women and leadership and to create mentorship opportunities.

Bethany women are courageous, period, and incredibly accomplished for a school of this size.

To have the number of people who have gone on for the level of success they have is really pretty remarkable.

— SCARLETT FOSTER

NEW FACULTY & STAFF

MICHELE LAROSSE

Assistant Controller, Business Dept. • 6/20/22

HARWOOD MCCLERKING

Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

JEFFREY BRYSON

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

ARIN YOU

Assistant Professor of Psychology, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

ROBERT SHURINA

Visiting Professor of Biology, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

DUANE STUTZMAN

Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

WILLIAM "ANDY" FLETCHER

Assistant Professor of Business, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

CHEYENNE HOOD

Housekeeper, Facilities Dept. • 7/7/22

DANIEL DISERIO

Craftsman, Facilities Dept. • 7/18/22

MEGAN OLEKSY

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

TIM MALROY

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

TAYLOR LONG

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

MAGGIE ALLISON

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

STACEY MILLS

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

SHERRY PAUL

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

DANIEL BALGO

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

SHAWNA SAFREED

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

HERB WEAVER

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 8/1/22

KEVIN CLANCY

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 9/30/22

DANA BEARER

Vice President of Enrollment Management, Enrollment Dept. • 8/15/22

JOSEPH PETRELLA

Visiting Professor of Education and Director of Teacher Preparation Programs, Academic Dept. • 10/24/22

ANNA WINESDOERFFER

Communication and Marketing Coordinator, Advance Dept. • 11/7/22

JON ERIK-GILOT

Archives Assistant, Academic Dept. • 12/20/22

JILL BITTEL

Director of Financial Aid, Enrollment Dept. • 1/3/23

LAUREN HOLZBERG

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 1/3/23

MARK LEPORE

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 1/3/23

RAYMOND CANTER, JR.

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 1/3/23

DUSTIN FRAZIER-WOOD

Adjunct Faculty, Academic Dept. • 1/3/23

JON “LEE” WHALEY

Carpenter, Facilities Dept. • 1/16/23

ABBY AYERS

Archives Assistant, Academic Dept. • 1/23/23

CHRISTOPHER HARTLEY

Boilerman & Groundskeeper, Facilities Dept. • 1/31/23

JINHO JUNG

Assistant Dean of Institutional

Accountability, Research, and Strategy, Academic Dept. • 2/1/23

KORIN HOSKINSON

Data Analyst, Enrollment Dept. • 2/7/23

XAVIER THOMAS

Esports Director, Student Life Dept. • 2/27/23

JESSICA REAMS

Controller, Finance Dept. • 4/17/23

JEFFREY SHAFFER

Evening Public Safety Supervisor, Student Life Dept. • 4/17/23

MICHELLE MOORE

Director of Development Activities, Advance Dept. • 4/24/2023

STEPHANIE GORDON

Registrar, Academic Dept. • 4/27/2023

EMILY DRAKE

Student Services Coordinator, Student Life Dept. • 5/8/23

BRANDON THORSEN

Campus Visit Coordinator, Enrollment Dept. • 5/22/23

PROMOTIONS

ANJU RAMJEE

Provost and Dean of Faculty, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

CAMERON PITSENBARGER

Director of the McCann Learning Center, Director of Student Success, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

MELANEE SINCLAIR

Associate Provost and Professor of Social Work, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

HEATHER TAYLOR

Associate Professor of English, Director of BFYE, Director of Writing Across the Curriculum, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

DAVID DELULLIS

Associate Professor of Communications and Media Arts, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

ALEX MATTHEW

Matthew Quay Ammon Chair and Associate Professor of Computer Science, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

KAYCE MOBLEY

Associate Professor of Political Science, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

LISA REILLY

Goulding-Woolery Professor of Chemistry

Chair, Associate Provost for Academic Records and Accreditation, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

EDWARD SHEPHARD

Professor of Education, Academic Dept. • 7/1/22

DANIEL ADAMS

Associate Director of Enrollment, Enrollment Dept. • 9/5/22

KHALI CARPENTER

Assistant Dean of Student Life, Student Life Dept. • 9/12/22

JOEL JARRETT

Assistant Director of Admissions, Enrollment Dept. • 10/3/22

LIZ SHORT

Associate Vice President of Development, Advance Dept. • 12/1/22

TODD PUSKARICH

Assistant Director of Information Technology, IT Dept. • 4/1/23

JEFF BRYSON

Director of Graduate Studies, Academic

Dept. • 4/5/23

DENO EMILI

Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Planned Giving, Advance Dept. • 5/1/23

SUSAN HALULKO

Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Finance, Business Dept. • 5/8/23

NOAH SALVATORE, Director of International Student Services and Principal Designated School Official • 6/5/23

COURTNEY HILYER

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science & Sport Studies, Academic Dept. • 7/1/23

Bethanians’ Journey to Getting Lost

“God works through people, and I think some of God’s most beautiful work is Bethanians,” said Rev. Thaddeus Allen ‘92 during Bethany College’s baccalaureate ceremony on May 5. Commencement Hall was filled with graduating seniors and their families as they joined faculty and staff for a service to celebrate their shared intellectual and spiritual journeys. As keynote speaker, Rev. Allen offered inspiring remarks to the Class of 2023, encouraging them to maintain hope, seek love, and cultivate faith as they embark on the next chapter of their lives.

He reflected on the Class of 2023’s time at Bethany—their matriculation, a worldwide pandemic, athletic successes, and more. He focused his entire sermon around the phrase “get lost,” encouraging students to fully immerse themselves in everything they do in life.

“Get lost in justice causes. Get lost in peacemaking. Get lost in telling the truth. Get lost in excellence. Get lost in standing up to powers and principalities that aren’t fair. There are systems in the world that stack a deck against some and deal five, six, seven, or eight against others. Stand up to those. Find a bully and knock them over if you get the chance. It’s the best thing you can do for them. Get lost while you’re doing it. Get out of your own way and lose yourself while doing it. Get really lost in some great, holy, lifechanging cause.”

Bethany College Graduates Class of 2023

Bethany College celebrated the Class of 2023 in a moving Commencement ceremony honoring the achievements of its 102 undergraduate and nine master students on Saturday, May 5. The ceremony highlighted the accomplishments of the graduates and the inspiring journey that each of them had taken throughout their college experience.

Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi opened the ceremony by addressing the graduates, "You showed us how to lead and, quite frankly, how to live, and now it’s our turn to thank you."

The president noted the unique challenges that the Class of 2023 faced during their time at Bethany College, including the loss of two students, Jordan Weaver and Mitchell Sotera, who were juniors at Bethany College when they died tragically two years ago in a house fire. The college community paid tribute to the couple, who were engaged to be married, and described them as inseparable and kind-hearted individuals. Caridi encouraged the graduates to remember Jordan and Mitchell and to carry their memory with them as the graduates embark on the next phase of their journey.

During the ceremony, Shirley Kemp, Bethany mayor, a prominent community leader, and longtime employee and friend of Bethany College, was awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her many contributions to the community. Caridi also presented commencement speaker and Google’s Director of Sales and Partnerships for North America Steven Butschi with an honorary degree.

Butschi shared his experience in navigating the professional world as a fellow graduate of a liberal arts college. He urged graduates to continue educating themselves throughout their lives. He encouraged them to identify their strengths and move forward in their careers with the flexibility of "career bouldering" instead of a career ladder. His advice for the graduates was distilled into five points that created the acronym E-I-E-I-O to help the graduates remember his five key takeaways for success.

Butschi emphasized the importance of using their strengths as a foundation for their careers. "While it’s often easy to focus on the areas you need to develop, don’t forget the areas where you are really good," Butschi said. "Take time to learn new skills and hobbies.”

During commencement four seniors were presented the Oreon E. Scott award for graduating top of their class. Those valedictorians are Natalia Chavez-Brown, Ian Nelson, Kate Huck, and Kevin (Drew) VonScio. The Bethany College Class of 2023 has left an indelible mark on the institution, and their accomplishments and contributions will continue to be celebrated and remembered.

BRICKS HONOR ALUMNI & FRIENDS

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

This year, the Bethany Connect Speaker Series featured distinguished alumni from many fields of study, who not only highlighted their wisdom but encouraged listeners to dive into deeper conversation and understanding.

The variety of presentations highlight how the Bethany community continues to engage in the most pressing issues facing our communities to make the world a better place, while making connections and growing as contributing citizens in today's world.

2023

APR. 19 Director of Program Operations for WABC-TV Evelyn del Cerro ’85 led a conversation on “From WVBC to ABC Television,” moderated by Grant McLaughlin ’91.

FEB. 2 Dr. Michael Hynes ’94, public school superintendent of schools, spoke passionately on “Reimagining Public Education.”

JAN. 17 A beacon to Mariners fans and the city of Seattle, sportscaster Dave Sims ’75 engaged with the Bethany community during a Q&A style discussion on “No Such Thing as an Ordinary Day in the Life of a Sportscaster.”

2022

NOV. 1 Dr. Catherine Gabor ’89, professor at the University of San Francisco, College of Arts and Sciences led a discussion on “Sowing the Seeds of Leadership at Bethany College and Beyond.”

SEP. 13 Beth Benatti Kennedy ’88, leadership coach, motivational speaker, and author, gave a refreshing talk on “Career ReCharge: Do Not Go Down the Burnout Escalator.”

New bricks on the sidewalk beside historic Old Main highlight some of Bethany College’s prestigious alumni and donors.

Giving Students an Opportunity to Thrive

Bob Brosh ‘85, has been an instrumental partner to Bethany College for over 27 years helping students to garner internship and fellowship opportunities. As an accomplished and highly respected scientist and principal investigator, Brosh leads a team in molecular and genetic research of age-related diseases and cancer at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), one of the institutes that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He believes in the importance of mentorship and training for students, and he and his team take pride in providing outstanding mentorship and training to students who come to work with them.

At NIA, we really strive to make sure our trainees and research scientists establish good Life/Work balance. For the Brosh lab, we take time to to do off-site fun activities that foster team bonding. Here is shown the Brosh lab at the Anita C. Leight

Estuary

Center canoe launch, enjoying the beauty of Otter Point Creek, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay.

Katie Fuchs, a Bethany graduate and currently Postbaccalaureate Fellow in the Brosh lab at the National Institute on Aging, performs biochemical assays to study helicase enzymes that are important for the suppression of aging and age-related diseases.

Brosh has always been passionate about education. He believes that everyone should have access to highquality education, regardless of their background. As a successful graduate, he was determined to give back to his community, and that's why he became a major contributor to Bethany College.

Brosh’s relationship with Bethany College is deep-rooted, as his mother, Joanne, also attended the College, and he met his wife, Kathleen Baker, a biology major, at Bethany. He credits his experience at Bethany College for providing him with the foundation for his academic and career success.

Brosh says, "Bethany College distinguishes itself in teaching and mentoring its students for success in many academic fields, including biomedical research that is at the heart of NIH's mission. Bethany College students are highly qualified for our internship/ fellowship placements, which I think reflects the outstanding academic training they have received from their Bethany professors."

Brosh provides students with guidance on the competitive application process for the NIH Summer Internship Program (SIP) and NIH Postbaccalaureate Fellowship. He encourages undergraduates interested in the NIA SIP to apply by December prior to the summer they wish to come on board. For graduating seniors, the Postbaccalaureate Fellowship admission is rolling, so the December deadline is not as crucial. Brosh is available for any Bethany College students who have questions about training opportunities at NIA.

“At NIH, we recruit students from Johns Hopkins University, the Ivy League colleges and universities, and the top state schools and private institutions. From my experience, Bethany students certainly hold their own and are second to none in terms of knowledge, work ethic, and

creative but sound scientific reasoning. They come to NIH with an incredibly strong foundation and hit the ground running in their research projects, which involve both collaborative teamwork and independent sustained effort. I am so proud of Bethany College students doing fantastic research at NIH!”

Brosh's involvement with Bethany College extends beyond providing internship opportunities. He and his wife, Kathleen Baker (-Brosh) ('86), were married in Commencement Hall on Campus in 1988. He is currently serving on the Alumni Council, where he leads the Committee for the Bethany Connect Speaker Series and also serves on the Volunteer Committee.

“Bob has been an instrumental catalyst that has made a significant impact on our students and the college community,” says Lori Weaver, vice president for institutional advancement, marketing, and communications. “Bob’s tireless dedication to reengaging alumni, providing world class internship opportunities, supporting the needs of the biology department and providing leadership for the Bethany Connect Speaker Series is beyond admirable and we are truly blessed to him as a part of our Bethanian family.”

Brosh says that staying connected with the College is important, as he believes the learning experiences, memories, and friendships cultivated at Bethany College stay with alumni for their entire lives. He encourages alumni to support the college, saying, "Bethany is such a special place. We think of Bethany as home, and simply love to come back and see old friends and make new ones. We realize that Bethany is really at the core of our beings, and it feels so good to embrace it because the sustained connection is fulfilling and meaningful. I am sure that many Alumni feel the same. So why not support Bethany now? It’s a treasured relationship that keeps giving!"

ALUMNI COUNCIL

ANGELA RYDER BADO, 1977

COUNCIL PRESIDENT • MCKINNEY, TX

SUE SNIEGOCKI BOOTH, 1982

ENGAGEMENT CHAIR • CHELMSFORD, MA

ROBERT (“BOB”) BROSH, PH.D., 1985 BEL AIR, MD

KATHLEEN K. KAMINSKI BUREN, 1993

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT • LUTHERVILLE, MD

EVAN BYRNE, 2019 CHANDLER, AZ

EMILY CURRAN, 2003 TELFORD, TN

BRUCE H. FAHEY, 1977 AKRON, OH

DARREN JOHNSON, 2019 PITTSBURGH, PA

VAL KNAPP, 1977 COLUMBUS, OH

KERRY MCCANN, 1977 PITTSBURGH, PA

GRANT MCLAUGHLIN, 1991

ADVANCEMENT CHAIR • ARLINGTON, VA

KEITH PIASECKI, 1998

SMYRNA, GA

JAMES PORTER, 1986

COUNCIL VICE PRESIDENT • TAMPA, FL

SUE RYAN, 1989 NILES, MI

ASHLEY KANOTZ SUBASIC, 2016

CANONSBURG, PA

Haley Thompson, a Bethany graduate who is now in Vet School at The Ohio State University, spent a Summer during her undergraduate career, in the Brosh lab studying BRCA2-mutated cancer cells and genomic instability.

Brilliant BISON

2023 GRADUATE SPOTL i GHT

JULiANNE LATYNSKi

Environmental Science • Avella, PA

Julianne will continue her education at the Yale School of the Environment, pursuing a thesis-based master of forest science degree.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – spending warm days at the creek and exploring Parkinson Forest.

HADDAE ALLEN

Accounting • Vienna, W.Va.

Haddae will work for Schneider Downs as an audit intern and begin her online MBA program at West Virginia University in Aug.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – living with her older sister, Kaylie Allen, in the Phi Mu house for a year.

SHELDON CHRiSTiAN

Business Management • St. John’s, Antigua

Sheldon will take advantage of Bethany College’s MBA 4+1 program and spend another year in the beautiful foothills of Bethany.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – making history by winning the 2021 PAC Men Soccer Championship

NATALiA CHAVEZ-BROWN

Elementary Education • Frederick, MD

Natalia will teach English abroad in Madrid, Spain, with a non-profit organization through a Fulbright grant. Upon returning to the U.S, she aspires to pursue a career as an Elementary ESL teacher.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – living in the Phi Mu house with her best friends and listening to music on the deck or watching movies in the lounge.

PAiSLEY TRAViS

History • Washington, PA

Will earn her JD at Ohio Northern University’s Pettit College of Law.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – getting to be president of the Student Activities Council for two years and in turn developing leadership skills, planning complex events, and making a ton of friends throughout campus.

AARON BAiRD

Sports Management • Cleveland, OH

Aaron accepted a facilities management position with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – beating Hiram and celebrating with teammates and family.

LAUREN STARR

Mathematics – Math Education Track • Venetia, PA

Lauren accepted a position at Berkeley Springs High School in Berkeley Springs, WV, as a mathematics teacher.

FAVORiTE BETHANY MEMORY – winning High Point Rider twice at an IHSA Horse Show, hosted by WVU, with Bethany’s Western Equestrian Team.

SENIOR PROJECT

STUDENT SERVES AS Actor, Co-Director, and Writer FOR

It is not unusual for a theatre major to write, direct, or act in a play as a senior project at Bethany College; it’s not even unheard of for such a student to tackle Shakespeare. But for a student to tackle all four of those things is pretty remarkable.

Aidan Morgan

Bethany senior, Aidan Morgan, ‘23, thought for the past three years that he would be doing a one-man show for his senior project. That changed after he took a class in dramatic literature last spring. Now he is tackling at least 10 different Shakespearean plays in his compilation “Love and Struggle in Shakespeare,” a full-length show in which he serves as actor, co-director, and in part, playwright.

“I didn’t really get into Shakespeare until I took the dramatic literature class,” Morgan said.

Bonnie Monte, artistic director at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey and a 1976 graduate of Bethany, taught the dramatic literature class, along Bethany alumni David Joliffe, ’74 and Mark Phillip Stevenson,’73. That class led to a summer internship with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, an opportunity Morgan said he is planning to repeat following his graduation.

Morgan took his first playwriting class last fall and put together his own show.

“I officially started this last June while I was doing my internship at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey,” Morgan said. “It’s just weird that it still speaks to people today. Shakespeare was a magician with words.”

During that internship, Morgan took classes and worked with nine other interns and Equity actors on a production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.

“It was a really great experience as an actor,” Morgan said.

Morgan said he worked with his advisor, adjunct professor Evan Oslund, to select the scenes and monologues for the show.

“I wanted to pick out scenes that dealt with love and struggle. I wanted to do scenes that fit my own personal experience,” Morgan said. “I really wanted to challenge myself and there is no better challenge than Shakespeare.”

The writing between the scenes was also a challenge for him.

“I wrote to guide the audience in the feelings Shakespeare wanted the audience to feel,” Morgan said.

He selected Prince Hal’s monologue from Henry IV, Part 1 in dedication to his father.

“My dad has Parkinson’s, so he can’t move around as much as he had. He can’t make it up from eastern Kentucky,” Morgan said.

Morgan is the son of Anthony and Brenda Morgan, of West Liberty, Ky., so the first time Morgan and his mother traveled the five hours to Bethany, they felt eerily close to home when they arrived and saw that West Liberty, W. Va., was just a few miles away.

“I wanted to get out and experience the world a little bit, even though it’s in the hills of West Virginia,” Morgan said of his choice of Bethany College for his academic career. “I originally chose Bethany because of soccer. That was my passion in high school. What kept me at Bethany was theatre.”

The college’s proximity to Pittsburgh has provided opportunities to see professional theatre productions and to audition for shows as well, Morgan said.

Morgan credits Oslund with keeping his passion for theatre alive, even through restrictions on productions during the pandemic.

“He breathed life into the program and it suited me as an actor,” Morgan said.

Working on “Love and Struggle in Shakespeare” has given Morgan an opportunity to work closely not only with Oslund, but also with several other professors and alumni who are acting in the show he is directing.

“It’s always been a professional relationship. Getting to know them as actors and coworkers has been a really good experience,” Morgan said.

Oslund said he provided guidance to Morgan in the early stages of his senior project, but the final production is Morgan’s effort.

“What I always like to preach to my students is to do something unique. That’s what makes doing a theatre senior project special,” Oslund said. “In addition to the comprehensive exams, it really is the keystone of the senior year. It really lets them take the lead as actors and directors. It really is a way of showcasing all of their talents.”

Oslund said the Bethany theatre program goes beyond what the audience sees on stage.

“The benefits of working in a small department, everyone involved can get their hands on every single part of theatre. It makes them more well-rounded students and it makes them better prepared for the workforce knowing what goes on with all sides of a production. It’s really important to build a family there and be inclusive and make everyone feel at home in the theatre community,” Oslund said.

In addition to “Love and Struggle in Shakespeare,” Bethany theatre productions for 2022-2023 featured “Almost, Maine,” “The Wolves,” and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.”

AcCOMPlished Bethanians

"Let them out," shout students across Bethany's campus during the last week of the semester. Students, family, faculty, and friends crowd confetticovered sidewalks waiting for their friends to emerge from the event their Bethany career has led up to — Comps. Comprehensive exams seem to be the most dreaded, but most celebrated of Bethany traditions, bringing feelings of anxiety and exhilaration to senior Bethanians. Congratulations to another generation who has completed their rite of passage to be added to the lengthy list of acCOMPlished Bethanians.

KENN MORGAN ‘71

Last Lecture

Long-time member of the Bethany Community Kenn Morgan ‘71 shared insights into his life influences during his Last Lecture. Morgan served as director of the Renner Art Gallery and taught visual arts at Bethany College since 1989. He was recently named emeritus professor of fine arts. Morgan presented an annual art show in the Renner Art Gallery during homecoming weekend. The theme in 2022 was his retirement retrospective show, titled “My Way…”

Morgan taught two-dimensional art and art history, which resulted in him being named to Who’s Who in America’s Teachers, elected Professor of the Year, and awarded the Distinguished Faculty Member Award by Bethany’s Alumni Council in 2002. His love of travel and passion for teaching has taken him to Rome, Florence, and Venice to teach numerous times. He has also accompanied Bethanians to Spain, Dominica (West Indies), Paris, London, and the Galapagos Islands. He is an active studio artist, frequently exhibiting his artwork in group, solo, and invitational shows, and is represented in collections in Chicago, Durham, N.C., Houston, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Portsmouth, and Norfolk, Va.

In Morgan’s Last Lecture, he highlighted not just his artwork, but his accomplishments and milestones that helped get him where he is today.

“This is the most important thing framed in the show. This is my Bethany degree,” says Morgan. “I am very proud of that.”

He also pays homage to his “Morries,” a reference to Morrie Schwartz from the book “Tuesdays with Morrie.” Wes Wagner, former Bethany College art professor, and David Judy, former theater and English professor, influenced Morgan’s life greatly and ultimately helped lead him back to the beautiful hills of Bethany.

“These two men, in very different ways, are my Morries,” says Morgan. “There are some teachers at this place [Bethany], and they know who they are. I’ll be your Morrie, if you’ll be my Mitch.”

His collection entails many items that he says shaped him, like chairs his students signed, past professors, a globe highlighting places he’s lived or visited, portraits of his friends and family, photos from travels, and even an unfinished piece.

Morgan rounds out his lecture by circling back to the book “Tuesdays with Morrie.” He reflects on Morrie’s conversation with Mitch about visiting his tombstone when he’s gone and encourages Bethanians to visit his last resting place in Bethany after he passes.

“You never know who’s going to be that person that’s really going to change your life, and I would like to think that I have been somewhat successful in that regard to my students. I hear wonderful things frequently, and that means so much to me,” says Morgan. “… so, when you come to Bethany, lay down a blanket, and pour a sip or two onto my stone of whatever beverage it is that you’ve decided to bring. That would make me very happy.”

RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

J. Dave Diosi was awarded a 2022-2023 Semester Faculty Fellowship from the Appalachian College Association to support his completion of a Ph.D. in Instructional Management and Leadership from Robert Morris University

Heather Taylor, Appalachian College Association, Center for Teaching and Learning, published two works for the Center’s Learning Site and was selected to be an instructor for the 2023 ACA Teaching and Leadership Institute this summer.

Melanee Sinclair and Kimberly Lawless presented at the 2023 West Virginia National Association of Social Workers Conference along with four seniors on a session on their undergraduate research projects.

Kayce Mobley was a presenter for two sessions at the annual meeting of the International Studies Association in March 2023. The titles of the presentations included “Teaching the Body Politic: Structuring an Accessible, Relevant, and Critical Modern Political Theory Survey Course” and “Assessing Media Literacy Approaches in the International Studies Context”

Harald Menz is the Chief Reader for AP German Language and Culture, will be presenting two sessions as the AP national conference in July 2023.

Alex Mathew has published 21 research papers since 2021 in the journals of “Elsevier Scopus,” “International Conferences IEEE,” and others.

Aaron Honsowetz presented his work at the Global Correspondent Banking Conference at the University of Oxford in March.

Adam Fletcher was selected for selected for a two-year StoryCircles Fellowship, GRIP lab at the University of Michigan School of Education (March 2023).

Anna Edlund attended the 26th International Conference on Sexual Plant Reproduction Conference in Prague, Czech Republic, June–July, 2022. This summer she will continue her work with the Emory Tibet Science Initiative by traveling to Drepung Monastery, India, in May 2023 to provide lectures on Immunology and Epidemiology to the nuns.

Heather Ricciuti was elected to the inaugural board of Forward Libraries.

KENN MORGAN’S T i TLES/ACCOMPL i SHMENTS

• Emeritus Professor of Fine Arts in the Jennie Steindorf Renner Chair

• Emeritus Director of Renner Art Gallery

• First Faculty recipient of the John Taylor Award (2002)

• Founding Brother of WV Beta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity (1968)

• Faculty Advisor of Sigma Nu Epsilon Chapter (1989–2004)

ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME

Bethany College inducted four new members as part of its 43rd Annual Athletic Hall of Fame Class.

The 2022 inductees include John Bowers, class of 1996 (Football); Robert “Bobby” Hartong, class of 1992 (Golf); Janice Masters, class of 2004 (Softball); and Maria Vallone, class of 2013 (Softball). The College inducted its first hall of fame class in 1977 and has added a class each year since, with the exception of 1986, when no inductions occurred. Congratulations to the new members!

GRIMES LEADS LECTURE SERIES

Each year, during homecoming weekend, Bethany College hosts its annual Grimes Lecture Series. In 2022, Bethanians were graced by Rev. Dr. Larry E. Grimes ‘64 as he returned to campus to host the lecture himself — something he hasn’t done since the inaugural lecture in 2014.

Grimes, a longtime Bethany English professor and renowned Hemingway Scholar, led his audience in poem after poem encompassing over 50 years of

his work. He enticed his listeners with poems left open-ended for thought. He delved into theological poems, poems of love, and poems he wrote in times when he was unsure of the world and the events transpiring at that time.

Grimes concluded by saying his collections have been inspired by the world around him at that time — Bethany and beyond.

NEW BOOMER’S OFFERS STUDENT-CENTRIC SPACE

The Bethany College homecoming festivities returned to campus with the dedication of Boomer’s, a new student-centric space, and many other events spanning the rainy fall weekend. Updates to the space include new lighting, flooring, paint, bathrooms, furniture, and televisions. The space is also home to a small movie theatre, a video gaming room, and game tables!

The dedication was hosted by donors from the class of 1971, SGA (Student Government Association), alumnus Anthony Sparks ’13, and others who contributed to the newly renovated student-centric space below the cafeteria.

ALUMNI AWARDS

Bethany College honored recipients of the 2022 Alumni Awards during Homecoming Weekend.

Roy Austin ‘66 and Frank Calabrese ‘70 received this year’s Community Service awards. The award is given to recognize alumni who demonstrate significant leadership and service to their region or community. Ralph Shaaya ‘74, Richie Siconolfi ‘72, and Dr. Michael Hynes ‘94 were selected for this year’s Distinguished Alumni Achievement awards, given annually for achievements and contributions to their profession or field.

COMMUNICATIONS WALL OF FAME

The Bethany College Communications and Media Arts Department added three alumni to its Wall of Fame, including Amy Coulter ’98, who currently works for WPXI in Pittsburgh, Pa., as their managing editor, Les Jacoby ’68, who worked in radio for over 50 years, and Jody Handley ’97, who is an information systems architect at Gensler, headquartered in San Francisco, Ca.

BISON ATHLETICS 2022-23

GOING OUT ON TOP

After a third PAC (Presidents Athletic Conference) Championship and 16 seasons of leading the Bethany College women's volleyball program, Courtney Hilyer announced her plans to transition from her position. Hilyer will begin a new chapter in her career as a physical education and sport studies professor at Bethany College, serving as a professor for the physical education and sport studies department.

"I am truly thankful for the 16 seasons I was blessed to spend as head volleyball coach at Bethany," said Hilyer. "I appreciate the college taking a chance on a young, inexperienced coach and empowering me to mold this program into what it is today. I am looking forward to seeing the program continue to grow and experience even more success in the future."

"I am eager to getting back in the classroom and being fully invested in the academic side of our physical education and sport studies program and continuing to work with our student athletes in a different aspect of their Bethany experience," added Hilyer.

Hilyer assumed the reins of the Bison volleyball program in 2007 and posted a record of 327-201 at the helm (.619). Her successes

with the team included three Presidents' Athletic Conference championships with three NCAA appearances in 2016, 2018, and 2022 and four Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) championships in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. She is a four-time PAC Coach of the Year.

Individually, her players at Bethany have earned All-PAC status 68 times, won PAC Player of the Year honors twice, and have been named PAC Rookie of the Year on four occasions. She has had two athletes earn a spot-on ECAC and All-North Region American Volleyball Association Teams. Academically, Hilyer has had four CoSida Academic AllAmericans and 133 PAC Academic Honor Roll honorees.

Court Named after Legendary Joe Kurey

Inside Hummel Field House lays the court that is home of the Bethany College

Bison basketball and volleyball programs. The court has now been named the Joe Kurey Memorial Court, after legendary Joe Kurey. Kurey was a longtime employee, former Athletic Director, and Hall of Famer. On Nov. 19, Bethany hosted a dedication ceremony during the basketball double-header against Waynesburg University. Joe Kurey’s wife, Carol, family members, and friends were in attendance.

“He loved sports, and Bethany College sports were his favorite — this would not be possible without all the support and contributions from Bethany alumni and the kindness of Joe,” said Carol Kurey. “Thank you to the college for honoring my husband with this wonderful gift and all of the future students at Bethany College.”

“Looking at this amazing court where our teams will play, I want to thank everyone who has generously given to make this court possible in Joe’s memory,” said Bethany President Dr. Jamie Caridi. “Your gifts have made a tremendous difference, and it is my hope that each step taken on this court, each team-centered effort, and every Bison victory celebration reminds us of Joe’s legacy.”

Kurey was an elite, multi-sport athlete. As a four-year starter on the Bison basketball team and a conference champion in tennis, he received his Bachelor of Science in mathematics in 1962. He went on to receive a master’s degree in education from the University of Dayton.

Shortly after earning his degrees, Kurey returned to Bethany holding numerous positions over his career. He began coaching the basketball and tennis teams and later shifted to administrative roles, including assistant dean of men, registrar, chief business officer, vice president of finance, and senior counsel to the president. He became athletic director in his final year at Bethany.

Upon his retirement in 2006, Bethany College bestowed upon Kurey the title of Vice President for Finance and Treasurer Emeritus.

He was named Most Outstanding Athlete and was inducted into the Bethany College Athletic Hall of Fame in 1978. In 1985, Bethany College’s Alumni Association honored him with the Distinguished Service to Alma Mater Award.

“Joe embodied the best of Bethany, and our college and all of us are better because he chose to devote 45 years of his professional life to his alma mater. May we leave here today reminded of Joe’s impact and of the fact that our community came together once again to create a space for future generations to compete and succeed,” added Caridi.

Carol Kurey cut the ribbon to christen the Joe Kurey Memorial Court inside Hummel Field House prior to the men’s basketball game.

Persevering Grace

Bethany College junior Grace Tice (Mansfield, Pa. / North Penn-Mansfield)

is a determined and talented dual sport athlete, excelling in both women’s volleyball and track and field for the Bison. However, Grace has had to overcome significant adversity that many other athletes have not had to face. She was diagnosed with WPW Syndrome, also known as Wolff-ParkinsonWhite Syndrome, a heart condition that threatened to sideline her this season.

In mid-January, while training for indoor track and field season, Grace began to experience chest pain that lasted for a couple of days. Concerned due to her family’s history of heart problems, she underwent several tests, which revealed the WPW Syndrome. This condition causes an extra electrical pathway in the heart, leading to a rapid heartbeat that puts her at a much higher risk for cardiac arrest, especially during exercise.

“I was more frustrated than anything when I found out I couldn’t do any physical activity,” said Tice. “I had been prepping and training for track, mostly javelin, and having to take time off would set me back.”

Despite this setback, Grace refused to let the diagnosis sideline her. She attended every track

practice and helped her teammates by sharing her knowledge of javelin throwing techniques. After practice, she spent time studying and evaluating old films of herself.

“I had a hard time standing on the sidelines though, so at every appointment, I continued to barter with how much I could do,” said Tice. “Eventually after explaining how to throw a javelin, they deemed it low risk and allowed me to resume training.”

Determined to get back to training after being sidelined from competition for a month, Grace began where she left off. She competed in the Myrtle Beach Collegiate Challenge where she came in first and set a new personal record and was knocking on the door of the school record.

However, her return was short-lived. On March 29, she underwent cardiac ablation surgery in an attempt to correct the extra electrical pathway by burning the affected areas of the heart — essentially scarring the heart tissue to get rid of the extra pathway.

After six hours in surgery, Grace was told that the surgery wasn’t completely successful.

“They were unable to get rid of the pathway, but I am almost at normal risk of cardiac arrest, so they allowed me to go back fully into sports once I healed from my surgery,” explained Tice.

Just ten days after the operation, she was back competing in a meet at Westminster where on her second throw, she would set a new school record with a mark of 40.99m. This put her top-10 in the NCAA Division III. She continued to perform exceptionally, earning her first PAC Championship in javelin in April, with a throw of 39.14m, ranking 15th in the NCAA Division III.

Grace's strength, determination, and perseverance in overcoming her heart condition is truly inspiring. She has demonstrated that with hard work and a positive attitude, one can overcome adversity and achieve their goals.

4 EARN TOP-10 FINISHES AT PAC CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Bison Track and Field team had four earn top-10 finishes at the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Outdoor Championships this spring. Grace Tice led the way after placing first in Javelin with a throw of 39.14m.

Alexis Mahaffey finished a career-high, placing fifth in discus with a mark of 35.45m. Selena Rogers and Delfina Vivian both finished seventh in their respective events, while Danielle Williams finished ninth in the 800m. Makenna Philson rounded out the top-10 finishes with a 10th place finish in discus.

On the men’s side, Elijah Armstrong finished fourth in the 100m finals while teammate, Tsi Fofang placed sixth. Trey Young finished eighth in the 400m while Qujuan McGlothin finished eighth in the 200m. Rondie Knowles Tener finished 10th in the long jump.

RECORD-BREAKING BISON

SOFTBALL

Junior pitcher, Josie Wise, moved to third alltime with 382 career strikeouts. She totaled 83 strikeouts in 91.1 innings pitched this season. For her career thus far, she has pitched 422.1 innings with an ERA of 2.55.

MEN’S LACROSSE

Seniors Andrew Smith and Clay Yingling will go down as two of the most decorated men’s lacrosse athletes in Bethany history.

As the Bison goalie, Smith finished his stellar career with 1,112 career saves which ranks third in NCAA Division III. He holds the all-time career saves record at Bethany while finishing leading the NCAA Division III for saves per game (22.79) and save percentage (66.3) in 2022.

Attacker Yingling originally came to Bethany as a goalie, and he finished his career as the all-time leading scorer in Bison history with 108 goals. His 155 career points and 47 assists rank second all-time. Over the last two years of his career, he scored 76 goals with 107 points. He finished with a shot on goal percentage of 62.3 and 408 total shots (254 on goal).

WOMEN’S LACROSSE

Senior Cassidy Mailloux finished her stellar women’s lacrosse career atop the Bethany record books. The Bell River, Ontario native finished with 132 points, 111 goals, and 21 assists. Defensively, she had 200 draw controls, 176 groundballs, and 86 caused turnovers. She holds 12 records including career points and goals.

After earning their 31st Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Championship last season, the Bethany men’s soccer program made a trip back to the PAC Championship this year. No. 5 Bethany faced No.2 Franciscan University in a déjà vu match last year. The 2022 PAC Championship tournament was all too familiar for the Bison as they were the same seed and faced the same opponents as the year before. The Bison defeated Allegheny 1-0 and then defeated Grove City in a 3-3 penalty kick shoot-out to land a rematch against Franciscan. The Barons went on to defeat the Bison 2-1, ending the Green and White’s season.

SCHOLAR-ATHLETES OF THE YEAR

The Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC) hosted its Scholar-Athlete of the Year Banquet May 18, at The Chadwick in Wexford. Recently graduated Bethany College student-athletes Riley Felton and Clay Yingling were honored and joined by some of the most distinguished student-athletes from the 11 full-time PAC institutions and its two football affiliate members.

Established in 2014, the Scholar-Athlete of the Year Banquet honors the conference's student-athletes for their excellence in the classroom, athletic achievement, and community service efforts.

Riley was a four-year member of Bethany’s women’s volleyball program and a three-time All-PAC honoree. Felton led the sixth-seeded Bethany Bison to the 2022 PAC Women's Volleyball title, clinching the championship in an exciting four-game match against No. 1 seed Thiel. She has been lauded as a member of the PAC Academic Honor Roll four times. On campus, she is a member of the Black Student Union, as well as the Psychology Club. She continues her efforts on the volleyball court as a coach for the Ohio Valley Volleyball Company and volunteered in her hometown.

She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and was selected to attend the NCAA Career in Sports Forum in June.

Clay was a five-year member of Bethany’s men’s lacrosse program and a four-time All-PAC honoree. Over the last two seasons of his career, he scored 76 goals with 107 points. He finished with a shot on goal percentage of 62.3 and 408 total shots (254 on goal). He has been lauded as a member of the PAC Academic Honor Roll four times. On campus, he is a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Phi Kappa Tau. At Bethany’s annual Honors Day, he received the J.S.V. Allen Memorial, which recognizes an outstanding physics student.

He graduated with his bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in physics.

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT NEW COACHES & STAFF

JEANI HUMPE

Head Men's and Women's Swim Coach • 7/4/2022

MIKAYLA LOPEZ

Head Women’s Basketball Coach • 7/25/2022

KAILEY PETTIT

Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach • 11/7/2022

CHUCK SHOEMAKER

Head Men’s Volleyball Coach • 12/1/2022

ROBERT “ROBBIE” BROWN

Assistant Football Coach - Defense Coordinator • 1/16/2023

HENRY ‘CLAY” GROFF

Assistant Baseball Coach • 2/1/2023

JORDAN BARTON

Head Women’s Volleyball Coach • 2/27/2023

BRAD JOHNSON

Head Men’s Basketball Coach • 3/21/2023

PROMOTIONS

BRIAN SANSOM

Director of Athletics • 7/15/2022

ALYSSA FINELLI

Assistant Athletic Director for Recruiting and Retention and Head Women’s Soccer Coach • 8/15/2022

KACEY MORRISON

Assistant Director of Athletics and Sports Medicine & Head Athletic Trainer • 3/5/2023

JEN WINDMILLER

Senior Associate Athletic Director • 5/22/2023

The Bethany women’s soccer program had a historical season under fourth-year head coach Alyssa Finelli. The Bison finished 10-6-3 (4-5-1), which is the most wins since 1999, and earned a PAC Tournament appearance for the first time since 2004. Their season started out strong going undefeated in nonconference play and began the season with a 5-0-2 record before competing against PAC opponents. The team set the record for most goals scored in a season with 55, which was held by the 1992 team with 49, and holds the highest win percentage at (.605) since the 1987 season (.583).

Freshman Cole Dailey etched his name in the Bethany record books this season as he registered 7 blocks against Grove City, setting the single-game blocked shots record which was previously held by Hall of Famer Matt Drahos (‘06) with six blocks. In the last game of the year, Dailey recorded 5 blocked shots against Saint Vincent to set the single-season blocked shots record with 69, breaking a 10-year record by British Alexander in the 2010-11 season with 67.

BIRTHS

TIMOTHY '06 AND BRIANA (LEATHERMAN) MEEKS '06 welcomed Marshall Lawrence Meeks on April 7, 2023.

ALLY (TYLKA) CHOVAN '11 welcomed Laurel Teresa Chovan on November 11, 2022.

TIFFANY HENDERSON '13 welcomed Freyja on November 25, 2022.

KYLE '16 AND RHIANNA (PETRONE) MINGER '15 welcomed Raynleigh Minger on February 13, 2023.

ERIC '16 AND LANDYN (RAMSAY) BLINN '18 welcomed Payton on June 13, 2022.

JADA EPPS '18 welcomed Emery on August 8, 2022.

RENEE JONES-CHUANG '13 welcomed Harrison on December 28, 2022.

FRANCIS RIOS '12 welcomed Lucia on October 17, 2022.

JOSEPH '08 AND ASHLEY (KANOTZ) SUBASIC '06 welcomed Connor Davis Subasic on March 18, 2022.

SHANE STOUT '14 welcomed Amelia on March 1, 2022.

CAREER UPDATES

JEANNETTE MONINGER '91 released a new book "One More Mountain."

WALT HUNT '67 released a new book "Thriving with Kidney Disease: A Practical Guide to Taking Care of Your Kidneys and Yourself," second edition.

CAROLE COX '76 has joined the Civil Air Patrol and has been accepted into the M.S. biology program at WLU starting fall of 2023.

CHRISTIAN GRANVILLE '89 retired from teaching in June of 2022 and continues to pilot passenger ferries to Fire Island, New York.

LEIGH ANNE ALEXANDER STRAHLER '95 was named president and chief operating officer of Public Service Company of Oklahoma in September of 2022.

JOHN VUCICH '15 published his first eBook in the Mythics & Mercenaries series, "The Dark Ascendant."

MARRIAGES

BETHANY STICKRADT '11 AND TYLER EYERMAN '15 recently married.

IN MEMORIAM

1940 s

BETTY L. (MOORE) COCHRAN '42 8/5/2022

HERMAN STEINBERG STONE '44 2/9/2023

ELAINE (LANDGREBE) TAPIE '44 10/20/2022

RUTH (RODGERS) FRAMPTON '45 3/5/2023

ERVIN R. CARDER '46 11/5/2022

FRANK BOUSHEE '46 7/5/2022

LEONARD MAURICE SIMS '48 12/29/2022

BETTY GWYNNE (JONES) WAMPLER '48 6/19/2022

EDITH PATRICIA (UNSWORTH) FRANCO '48 4/17/2023

NICHOLAS WINOWICH '49 2/11/2023

WILLIAM JESS NOTTINGHAM '49 6/3/2022

1950 s

EDWARD H. OEHMLER '50 10/3/2022

SHEILA (FERNSCHILD) DORSEY '50 7/14/2022

ROBERT C. BOHLMANN '51 1/20/2023

MARJORIE W. (WAGNER) KIRK '51 7/15/2022

EDWARD J. LOCKWOOD '54 12/3/2022

ROBERT HARVEY GROUT '54 10/5/2022

HARRY R. CALDWELL '56 1/24/2023

DOUGLAS K. RICHMOND '56 12/4/2022

MARY J. LACOCK '58 3/6/2023

MARY C. (LINVILLE) WILLIAMS '59 6/1/2022

HENRY R. DREISTADT '59 12/14/2022

ROBERT GORDON HEAD '59 6/12/2022

1960 s

JAMES D. HILLMAN '60 10/24/2022

DONALD ARTERBURN '61 11/24/2022

BARBARA ANN STEIN-FINOCCHIO '61 2/17/2023

JAMES D. SCHIMMEL '62 11/11/2022

DALTON DAVID SECOR '63 8/1/2022

WILLIAM W. HANNA '63 10/4/2022

FRANK LYNN CLOHERTY '63 10/5/2022

R. NOEL FOREMAN '64 5/3/2023

SANDRA CAROLYN KOWEN '65 7/14/2022

DOUGLAS CHARLES LINDSAY '67 1/14/2023

GEORGE H. WARNER '72 12/13/2022

LINDA UBIETA WEIDE '72 12/25/2022

JON MARIO FRANZOLINO '73 6/26/2022

DOUGLAS P. SADLER '73 4/22/2023

MICHAEL SAMUEL PINION '75 1/27/2023

DOROTHY (HOCKER) SMITH '77 11/12/2022

CAROL (FAGAN) WILLIAMS '78 12/31/2022

1980 s

GARY WILSON IVES '80 1/1/2023

DANIEL KLINGERBERG '82 6/3/2022

JOHN BORGERSEN '82 3/30/2023

JAMES BENTON GRAHAM '82 8/28/2022

TIMOTHY FLETCHER HENNINGSEN '83 11/11/2022

MARIA A. (DRACOPOULOS) PANTELATOS '86 11/7/2022

MICHAEL JOSEPH BUTZ '87 2/4/2023

REBECCA ANN (WATSON) PATTERSON '87 8/14/2022

1970 s

WILLIAM RAY KIEFER '71 12/15/2022

BARTALEMO JOHN PIACENZA '71 12/4/2022

1990 s

ROBERT J. QUINN '90 3/1/2023

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Emma Richmond '25 and Moose Bethany College Equestrian Club