Happenings on the Hill

TKE GOLDEN CHAPTER AWARD

The Zeta-Pi chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon received national recognition as a Top TKE Chapter from more than 229 active chapters and colonies across the nation. Only 18 chapters were selected for this prestigious honor, which was selected by meeting a required five of eight categories for the Excellence Award, and then chosen from an overall evaluation. Those categories included recruitment, alumni relations, and community service, among others. Members of the TKE chapter at Culver-Stockton united with alumni, volunteers, and advisors to cultivate a positive impact on “the Hill.” ZIPPIA RANKING

We did it again! For the third consecutive year, Culver-Stockton College has been ranked as the #1 college or university in Missouri for securing a job in 2021 by Zippia, Inc. The outstanding opportunities offered at C-SC, including internships, connections to community and industry leaders, and real-world problem solving, contributed to the ranking. President Douglas B. Palmer credits the institution’s unique course scheduling and curriculum as leading factors in receiving this ranking for the third year in a row.

SHOTGUN SPORTS SHOTGUN SPORTS

Culver-Stockton College announced in November that it would add Shotgun Sports to its athletic lineup beginning in the fall of 2022. The decision to add Shotgun Sports reflects the college’s commitment to regional interest and development. The co-ed team will compete in trap, skeet, and sporting clays. The C-SC Shotgun Sports team plans to utilize the Quincy Gun Club in West Quincy as their home facility.

NEW FIELD, NEW RECORDS

After consultation with outside experts, it was determined that the field at Ellison Poulton Stadium didn’t meet standards for competition, and therefore, replacement of the turf took place throughout summer 2021. The installation was completed in August, just in time to welcome Wildcats back to campus. There were plenty of sights and sounds on the new playing field this fall. Some of those moments included the football team shattering win records and the women’s soccer team’s historic season on the pitch. In addition, appearances from the “Thrill on the Hill” Marching Band, homecoming victories, and the roar of Wildcat fans in the stands made the first fall season with the new turf a memorable one!

NOISES OFF

In September, Culver-Stockton College Department of Theatre opened their mainstage season with the hilarious “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn, presented in the Alexander Campbell Auditorium of the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts Center. The play followed the actors rehearsing a flop called “Nothing On.” The production was directed by Dr. Haidee Heaton, Professor of Theatre; production design was overseen by Andy Trusley, Assistant Professor of Theatre. U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT RANKINGS

In the most recent publication of “2022 Best Colleges and Universities” from U.S. News and World Report, Culver-Stockton College earned three prestigious rankings among midwest colleges. C-SC received rankings in Best Regional College, Best Value Schools, and Top Schools for Social Mobility. The College improved in every category over their ranking last year, most notably in the Top Schools for Social Mobility category, climbing by 20 spots. In the category of Best Regional Colleges, C-SC ranked 34th and ranked 16th in Best Value Schools.

HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION

Phi Eta Sigma initiated 14 new members into the CulverStockton College chapter of the freshman honor society. This national recognition highlights achievement among first-year college students as an honor of high excellence at C-SC. The new members began their higher education journeys by establishing themselves as classroom leaders to earn this academic achievement. KONNEKER LEADER IN RESIDENCE

Tim Fischer ’89 recently served as the Konneker Leader in Residence for the 2021 academic year. In his October 2021 visit to campus, Fischer delivered his keynote address, “Six Steps to Achieve Success in Life,” and shared with students in attendance that success is “selfdefined.” In addition to providing a keynote address, Fischer spent three days on “the Hill” guest lecturing in several classes, meeting with student leaders, and offering insight to the students on leadership principles. Mr. Fischer is the President of Jackson & Coker, a leading healthcare staffing firm near Atlanta, Georgia, and serves the College as a member of the Board of Trustees.

UHLMEYER 20 UNDER 40

Culver-Stockton College alumna and Assistant Professor of Education, Lindsay Uhlmeyer ’04, was recognized in the 2021 edition of the Quincy Herald Whig’s 20 Under 40. Uhlymeyer is a professional who continues to raise the bar of excellence in her field and her surrounding community. In her role at C-SC, Lindsay teaches adolescent development and content literacy. In addition to teaching, she has conducted ground-breaking research in serving students with disabilities. When she’s not in the classroom, she is an active member of the Canton Christian Church, coaches girls’ basketball at Canton R-V, and takes pleasure in volunteering in the Canton community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Lindsay!

CAST MOCK SIMULATION

The Culver-Stockton College Child Advocacy Studies (CAST) program hosted its first Mock Home Child Investigation Simulation for C-SC students in the Forensic Investigations of Child Maltreatment class. Dr. Angel Knoverek ’93, Assistant Professor of Psychology and CAST Coordinator, planned the simulation for the students. During the simulation, students assumed the role of a Child Advocacy professional. The exercise included an in-home visit where students investigated the severity of the home situation and conducted mock interviews with students portraying parental and other adult roles, which provided the investigators in the simulation with experience handling formal investigations.

12 ANGRY JURORS

In November, C-SC thespians presented the tense drama “12 Angry Jurors” inside the Mabee Little Theatre (Black Box) of the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts Center. The play’s premise focuses on a 19-year-old man who has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. The production of “12 Angry Jurors’’ was directed by David Lane, Lecturer of Speech and Theatre, with production design by Andy Trusley, Assistant Professor of Theatre.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Dr. Douglas B. Palmer, the 27th President of CulverStockton College, and his wife Cathy made their official debut as grand marshals of the Homecoming Parade. The absence of homecoming last year meant one thing for Wildcats as they geared up for this year’s iconic celebration: the glorious return to “the Hill” would renew a much-missed sense of community and connection. Homecoming 2021 was our chance to gather once again and celebrate “Two Times the Fun” as alumni from across the generations returned to “the Hill.” Reunions were held, friends gathered from near and far, and the Wildcats brought home a victory on the gridiron.

168 YEARS OF TRADITION

Greeted by blue and white confetti, the “Thrill on the Hill” Marching Band performed the CulverStockton College fight song as parade-goers took to their feet shouting “C-SC, Go Wildcats!” Celebrating 50 years of Wildcat football, members of the 1969 team were honored for holding the alltime wins record in program history.

The 2021 Dome Award, an honor selected by President Douglas B. Palmer, was awarded to Mr. Jim Cosgrove, who recently retired after serving the College for 39 years. Cosgrove, referred to as “Mr. C” around campus, was a business professor, faculty advisor to the ATO fraternity, and a guidepost to many students.

Chi Omega sisters reconnected during the Blue and White Mixer. Pictured here are (left to right): Karen (Kost) Baker ’81, Julie (Foster) Waite ’81, Kim (Donithan) Larson ’82, Meleia (Musgrove) Niemann ’82, and Susan (Frazier) Goderstad ’81.

HOMECOMING 2021

Senior Advancement Director Marjorie Ellison ’90 enjoys conversation with Larry Sutton ’63 and wife Giuli at the Top of the Hill Society luncheon. The women of Alpha Xi Delta reconnected on the plaza for lunch during homecoming. Attendees include left to right: Joanne (Ricard) Rizzio ’71, Gina (Hagen) Driscoll ’83, Anna (Beauchamp) Oslica ’79, Mary Gibbons ’84, Mary (Funderburk) Opich ’85, Jo Lynn (Koontz) Tappe ’79, Coralee (Ogle) Tuley ’81, Jo Ellen (Stinson) Toth ’80, Patti Person ’81, Kathy (Wright) Bauwens ’85 Marilee (McReynolds) Kay ’76, Alisa (Person) Cameron ’86, Shelly (Lewis) Conner ’93, Melody (Conner) Shover ’84, Beth (Stocker) Musick ’85, and Kim (Sanders) Uhlig ’76.

The weather was perfect for an alumni softball game coached by current women’s softball coach, Rod Radcliffe.

Wildcat football clenched a 44-36 victory over Central Methodist University to earn the first homecoming win in seven years.

Ellison Poulton Stadium was packed with fans for the Wildcat football game. The Wildcat roar was heard loud and clear on “the Hill!”

Congratulations to the 2021 Homecoming Court: Sam Morgan, Noah Crenshaw, Ahmed Barrow, Director of Student Engagement Bill Boxdorfer, Trinity Burton, Max Blaschke, Grace Preston, Morgan Broadwell, Jaden Griffin, and Dean of Students Angie Royal.

C-SC Alumni (pictured left to right) David Stalter ’70, John Orolin ’70 and his wife Barbara, and Howard Hunter ’70 reconnect during the Top of the Hill Society luncheon.

Alumnus Larry Glowacki ’72 recognized himself in a meaningful photo at the ATO reunion.

Artist Kyle Darnell ’10 provided an art talk for his exhibition displayed in the Mabee Art Gallery.

Current members of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, who are also members of the Wildcat football team, gathered with Coach Tom Sallay ’01 at the ATO reunion to present President Palmer with the game-winning football. While presenting the ball to Dr. Palmer, Sallay smiled and said, “We are on a mission to restore the roar at Culver-Stockton College!”