Dean Bulletin, Volume 55, No. 2, Summer 2012

Dean Bulletin

The Dean College Magazine for Alumni and Friends

Summer 2012

The

Ripple Effect The Dean Difference resonates for generations

message from the president

Dear Friends: According to Webster’s, legacy is defined as “something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past.”

Today’s institutions of higher education are shaped by their history. A legacy builds on the foundation of the past with a conscious effort to improve the present and pave the way for the future—making a significant impact on the institution and quite possibly the rest of the world.

At Dean, legacy is evident in many ways. It is found in the many families who are making their Dean education a family tradition. Multiple generations of families are experiencing The Dean Difference, creating their own family legacy at Dean. As Gary Hunt ’76, father of Steven Hunt ’04, says: “The similarities and benefits we both have from our Dean experiences are amazing… Dean grounded both of us and set the foundation for our futures.” For our many legacy families, Dean is a tie that binds them. Read more about our legacy families on page 8.

In our Faculty Spotlight on page 6, we meet two new members of the Dean community.

Julianne O’Brien Pedersen, dean of the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance, carries on the exceptional vision and legacy of her predecessor, Dean Emerita Joan Palladino. This summer, the School of the Arts also welcomed a new dean, David Krasner. We look forward to the experience and enthusiasm that each will bring to the College.

This academic year will be an exciting one. A new residence hall is slated to open in December to help accommodate our growing enrollment. Starting in September, students will benefit from improvements made to our academic support center. The state-of-the-art Morton Family Learning Center, made possible by a leadership gift from the family of John S. Morton III ’70, is yet another example of the generosity and dedication of our alumni and friends. That is what legacy at Dean is all about: honoring our past, while looking ahead to our great future.

With warm regards,

Paula M. Rooney, Ed.D. President

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Features The Dean College Magazine for Alumni and Friends Volume 55, Number 2, Summer 2012

Vice President, Institutional Advancement Coleen Resnick Managing Editor Jennifer Andrews Contributors Jennifer Andrews, Jennifer Burke, Rochell Dennehy, Peter Mollo, Coleen Resnick, Maureen Ridings, Kelly Roe, Suzanne Shaheen

6 Faculty Spotlight Dean College welcomes new deans for the School of the Arts and the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance.

8 The Ripple Effect at Dean: Alumni Making a Dean Education a Family Tradition Being a part of the Dean College family takes on additional meaning for these legacy parents and children.

16 Alumni News Dean College alumni maintain their connections in many ways.

Check out recent and upcoming alumni events and enjoy a photo collage of the newest Dean alumni from Commencement 2012.

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Departments 2 News from Campus

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5 Athletics: News & Notes 14 Student ID 22 Class Notes 26 In Memoriam 27 I am Dean: Betty-Jo Cugini ’82

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24 Fundraising News With a generous gift from the family of John S. Morton III ’70, Dean College proudly announces the naming of the Morton Family Learning Center.

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news from Campus Dean Welcomes New Board Chairman Mark D. Boyce, president and CEO of Scribe Healthcare Technologies, Inc., was named Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Former Board Chair Michael A. Jones, president and chief executive officer of Pyramis Global Advisors, held the position for six years.

“We are honored to have Mark Boyce as our new chairman and would also like to extend a warm thank you to Michael Jones,” says President Paula Rooney. “Both gentlemen have worked tirelessly as board members for Dean College, and we are looking forward to a smooth transition. Mark has a sterling background and we are excited about the future.” ¶

Dean President Honored with Leadership Award President Paula Rooney has been named the 2012 recipient of the Athena Leadership Award. Presented by the United Regional Chamber of Commerce, the award recognizes the accomplishments of an outstanding community member and celebrates women as valued members and leaders of the community. To receive this award, a recipient must demonstrate excellence, creativity, and initiative in his or her business or profession; provide valuable service by devoting time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community; and assist women in reaching their full leadership potential.

“I am proud and humbled to be recognized with such a prestigious award, and I graciously accept this honor,” says Rooney. “Helping all individuals to reach their full potential has always been a primary goal of mine. I view it as one of the most important things I do.” ¶

A Boost for the Business School A new Advisory Board at Dean’s School of Business will help to focus the College’s strategic direction, program enhancement, and student professional and personal development.

“The primary goal of the advisory board is to support the School of Business in providing a world-class education for Dean College students as we increase the overall enrollment in the program. In addition, the board will help us to cultivate strong ties to the business community that will assist us in developing experiential and internship opportunities,” says School of Business Dean Robert Cuomo. ¶

The Write Stuff Peer writing tutors Katelyn Hart ’12, Danielle Bates B.A.’13, and Writing Center Director Dawn Mendoza are serving as guest reviewers for the fall issue of the Writing Center Journal, a nationally recognized scholarly journal. They join a select group of writing center directors and peer tutors from across the country who are choosing articles for a special issue on scholarship by undergraduate peer tutors. ¶

Giving Students the Internship Advantage Internship experience can help a new graduate stand out in a sea of job-seekers.

Thanks to the generosity of Accenture Executive Chairman William Green ’74, Dean has established the LEAD Internship Program, a paid on-campus summer internship opportunity available to 20–25 Dean students. The program allows students to gain professional experience in a familiar environment while improving their overall work skills, and better prepares them to pursue off-campus internships and postcollege careers.

“Dean College is a place where ordinary people can do extraordinary things, and I am very proud and happy to provide the funding needed to launch this program,” says Green, who also funded the successful 2011 pilot program.

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“Businesses value employees who are well-versed and professional, so college students increasingly need two, three, or more internships to prepare them for their working lives,” says President Paula Rooney.

“Through the generosity of Mr. Green, Dean students will receive a vital first internship to get them ready for additional training and employment.”

Will O’Leary A.A.’11/B.S.’13, a sports management major, values the experiences he gained as part of the pilot program. “The skills I developed working in the marketing department really gave me a nice first step into what an internship entailed,” he says.

“I was subsequently able to do an internship at Patriot Place in Foxboro, MA, and I’m looking forward to applying these newfound skills as I leave school and start my career.”

The establishment of the internship program coincided with the opening of the Robbins Family Center for Advising and Career Planning in 2011 through the charitable giving of the Robbins Family of Franklin, MA. “Dean College is deeply grateful to the Robbins and Green families for their vision and commitment to our college and the success of our students,” says Coleen Resnick, vice president for institutional advancement. “These significant gifts create the venue for students to gain essential experience and guidance as they plan for their futures.” ¶

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Accenture and Dean: Partners in Negotiation Whether it’s working with clients, teaming with colleagues, or interacting with friends and family members, everyone negotiates in some way nearly every day.

Accenture’s Negotiations Center of Excellence, in partnership with Dean College, provided individuals with the opportunity to experience how knowing and applying negotiating skills can enable them to take charge of their careers and their lives.

Taking place in May, the workshop, “Negotiating Skills for a Complex World,” allowed participants to learn the art of negotiation through group discussions and interactive scenarios that required detailed preparation and at-the-table negotiations.

Every exercise ended with spirited debriefs facilitated by the instructors.

The course was led by Paul Cramer, colead of the center, and Jenifer Lampi, the center’s program director. Their instruction was based on the “Accenture Way to Negotiate,” which aims for parties to meet their interests and make a good decision. The center equips Accenture employees with the knowledge and tools they need to negotiate effectively with internal colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders. ¶

On Stage at the Kennedy Center Students from the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance recently had an experience that they are likely to remember for years to come: performing at the Kennedy Center. Dancing in the American College Dance Festival Association’s national festival in May, the students performed a piece choreographed by Assistant Professor of Dance Gregory King. It was selected from roughly 450 works, encompassing eleven regions across the United States and approximately 300 colleges and universities.

“We were absolutely thrilled with this incredible honor,” says the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance Dean Julianne O’Brien Pedersen. “This event is the Rose Bowl of college dance. Dean College represented the diversity and excellence of the national college dance world, and we were never more proud. In addition to the choreographer and students, accolades go also to the school’s founder Joan Palladino and her vision of conservatory-level training within a liberal arts curriculum; to the daily commitment of faculty toward that vision;

Dancing at Ailey This summer, 21 Dean students took part in the Ailey School Summer Intensive Program Professional Division in New York City. Founded by Alvin Ailey, the mission of the school is to make dance accessible to young people and adults through dance training and innovative community outreach and arts-in-education programs.

Dean is the only college that offers students a private audition for the program.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for the students to attend the highly prestigious Ailey School to study dance in an exciting professional environment,” says Julianne O’Brien Pedersen, dean of the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance. “Upon completion of the program, which will train them in technique and repertory, these students can transfer credits to Dean.”

Students in the program had daily classes in ballet and modern technique, and chose from an array of electives such as jazz, hip-hop, tap, body conditioning, and yoga. ¶

Joan Palladino, Dr. Bertha Martin, Dr. Paula Rooney, Dr. Linda Ragosta

and to the Dean community for their ongoing support.”

“I have great pride in seeing these wonderful dancers perform and watching this piece come to life,” says King. “To have this chosen and performed at the Kennedy Center was a thrill, and I was so excited for our dancers.” ¶

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news from Campus Next Stop: NFL? The National Football League could be in one Dean alumnus’ future.

Long Ding ’10, a native of China and former placekicker at Dean, was invited to attend the rookie mini-camp of the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL on a tryout basis.

“We wish Long Ding the best and will be rooting for him to make the final roster in the fall,” says Dean football coach Todd Vasey.

Ding, a native of Qing Dao, China, played at Dean for two seasons, concluding in 2010, before moving on to Norwich University in Vermont to finish his education.

In his last season at Dean, he helped lead the Bulldogs to a 10-0 regular season record and conference championship before losing 10-9 in the Valley of the Sun Bowl, where he took home MVP honors.

“Long Ding really made his mark at Dean, and we have definitely been following his career the past couple of seasons.

We are all excited to see if his journey will continue into the NFL,” says Vasey.¶

Professor Honored with Book Award R. A. Lawson, an associate professor of history at Dean, received the Michael V. R. Thomason Book Award for best book of 2010–2011 by the Gulf South Historical Association. Jim Crow’s Counterculture: The Blues and Black Southerners, 1890–1945 (LSU Press, 2010) offers a cultural history of blues musicians in the segregation era and explores how they created a counterculture to nurture ideas of individuality and citizenship. The Thomason Award recognizes the best scholarship in the history of the Gulf South and Caribbean basin. ¶

Dean College to Open New Residence Hall Dean College officially broke ground in April on construction of a new residence hall that will house 120 upperclassmen.

Construction is due to be completed in December 2012 and will be ready for students this spring. The new residence hall is necessary due to a strong growth period for Dean; its last two freshman classes were the largest in more than 20 years.

“Construction of this building is one part of our institutional strategic plan to continually transform and improve Dean College for both current and future students,” says President Paula Rooney. “Over the past several years we have made a substantial investment in academics, technology, campus beautification, and infrastructure—all with the focused goal of making Dean College a destination of choice for students. We proudly point to our recent top 20 ranking by U.S. News and World Report,

our record enrollment the past two years, and substantial on-campus improvements as proof of our success in bringing this plan to fruition and we are excited to continue shaping a bright future for the College.”

The College recently completed a twoyear campus-wide improvement project that included the creation of the Green Family Library Learning Commons and a renovation and addition to the Campus Center including the Janet and Philip Guidrey Center, the Joan ’48J and Richard ’48A Smith Dining Center, the Dr. Frank B. Campanella Board Room, the Holly and Jan Kokes ’64 Fitness Center, the Robbins Family Center for Advising and Career Planning, the Joan and Joseph Maher Conference Room, the Wasserstrom Dining Room (Reid ’64), and the Andres Fernandez and Bill Smith Center for Student Development and Retention. ¶

Dean Sophomore a Field Leader Dean’s head softball coach and athletic director John Jackson describes Alyssa Krause ’12 as “one of the best athletes we have ever had here in my thirty years at the College.” Despite the softball team’s 8-10 record and missing the regional tournament by one game, sophomore Krause led the NJCAA in hitting this past spring, posting a .639 average, and driving in 15 runs with two homers. She also had 11 doubles and six triples, a testament to her speed, and was 2nd in on-base percentage.

“Alyssa was able to get on base so often because she is hard to defend,” says Jackson.

“She can bunt for base hits, but she can also hit the gaps with power, which she did very often this year.” Batting leadoff, Krause started most of the Dean rallies this year, and along with team co-MVP Melissa “C.C.” Rogers ’12, generated much of the offense. She scored 34 of Dean’s 120 runs.

Krause was also asked to catch last year, as Dean lost its number one and two catchers.

“I asked her for two reasons,” says Jackson. “She was my best athlete and I know her attitude would lend itself to being successful at the position.”

Krause also played soccer for Dean, earning all-region honors in both sports. She was recognized during commencement activities as the Michelle Porter Award winner, given to the top female athlete of the year. She will continue playing two sports at her next stop, New England College. ¶

President Paula Rooney on NECN If you tuned in to New England Cable News this summer, you may have caught an interview with President Paula Rooney. Rooney made a special appearance on the small screen to talk about The Dean Difference. To take a look online, just scan the QR code to the right with your smart phone! ¶

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Bulldogs softball player #20, sophomore Melissa “C.C.” Rogers ’12, winds up to pitch. Rogers was 8th in the country in hitting at .550, and was 6th in the country in strikeouts, recording 153 in 110 innings for an average of 1.39 every inning.

Golf Captures 2nd Consecutive Region Title

Athletes of the Year

The golf team recorded its second consecutive Region XXI title this past spring with a two-day total of 638 at Chicopee Country Club. The runner-up, Community College of Rhode Island was a distant 2nd at 651.

Chuck Sullivan ’12 was Dean’s medalist with a 154 over the two-day tournament, earning him all-region honors. Bryan Contreras ’12 and Nathan Krieger B.S.’15 also earned all-region honors, recording a 161 and 162, respectively. Jay Leiendecker was Region XXI Coach-of-the-Year for the second consecutive season.

The team was 12-5 over the course of the spring dual match season and went on to compete at the NJCAA national tournament for the second straight year at Chautauqua Golf Club in western New York. The team struggled to get out of the gate and finished eleventh in the team event. Krieger was Dean’s medalist, finishing in 75th position after the four-day tournament.

Andrew Hess ’12 and Alyssa Krause ’12 were named Dean’s male and female Athletes of the Year for 2011-2012. Hess represented the soccer team on the first-team all-region during his freshman and sophomore years, and this year he was named captain and the team’s most valuable player. Krause played soccer and softball, earning team MVP honors in both sports, as well as being captain of both teams. She also earned all-region honors in both sports.

Other Spring News The baseball team finished at 17-13 under new coach Seth Kaplan. Coach Kaplan came to Dean last summer, after playing at UMASS-Amherst and subsequently coaching at Sacred Heart University. The men’s and women’s lacrosse teams improved on their records from 2011, with the men going 4-8, while the women went 3-4. ¶

Chuck Sullivan ’12

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Faculty spotlight:

College Welcomes New Deans of Arts and Dance David Krasner and Julianne O’Brien Pedersen, the recently appointed deans of the School of the Arts and the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance, respectively, have something in common besides their new titles. They both have extensive experience as educators and performers—a combination of administrative vision and practical knowledge that will be an important asset to Dean.

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rasner, who joined the Dean community this summer, has shaped, improved, and engineered performing arts programs at Southern Illinois University, Yale University, and, most recently, Emerson College. While at Yale, he served for almost a decade as director of undergraduate theatre studies and structured the program’s curriculum, creating a liberal arts balance of dramaturgy and practice. He also helped develop unique spaces used for extracurricular performance activities (one was an old basketball court refurbished into a theatre). Krasner also has taught acting, voice, speech, and Feldenkrais-Alexander movement at the American Academy of 6

Dramatic Arts. A leader in the field of African American theatre and drama, he is the author of ten books, including A Beautiful Pageant: African American Theatre, Drama, and Performance in the Harlem Renaissance, 1910–1920 and Resistance, Parody, and Double Consciousness in African American Theatre, 1895–1910 (winner of the Errol Hill Award).

“Dr. Krasner brings a wealth of experience and energy from a stellar career, and we look forward to having him lead our program,” says Vice President of Academic Affairs Linda M. Ragosta.

Krasner is a Stanislavsky-based teacher of acting, and he is one of few capable of teaching the three major forms of the Method—Strasberg, Adler, and Meisner— based on 35 years of experience, knowledge, instruction, and execution. He holds an M.F.A. from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Ph.D. from Tufts University.

“I am thrilled to be at Dean College and am very eager for September to arrive so I can begin working with our students. It is going to be a great experience for all of us,” he says.

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O’Brien Pedersen settled into her new role as dean of the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance in February. Her experience includes that of performer, choreographer, administrator, and dance educator. She performed as a founding member and soloist with the renowned Peter Sparling Dance Company of Ann Arbor, Michigan. This award-winning company was nationally recognized for its interdisciplinary projects, use of film and internet technologies, and Graham repertory. O’Brien Pedersen has received grants and awards for her choreography, including funding from the U.S. Embassy in El Salvador, and her work has been presented across the country.

O’Brien Pedersen served for a decade as program director and professor of dance at Eastern Michigan University, where she led the transformation of a small dance program into a significant and sought-after academic program. Under her leadership, the dance program doubled in size, aligned with the National Association of Schools of Dance standards, and partnered with national organizations to bring master dance faculty to campus.

O’Brien Pedersen has proven to be a standout teacher as well: she is the recipient of two “Outstanding Faculty in Classroom Instruction” awards from Eastern Michigan University. Her teaching interests focus on modern dance techniques, Bartenieff Fundamentals, and other somatic practices, as well as history and improvisation.

O’Brien Pedersen holds a bachelor’s degree in dance from Connecticut College and an M.F.A. in choreography from the Ohio State University, and she is a certified movement analyst through the Laban/Bartenieff School of New York City.

“Our dance program is world-renowned thanks in large part to the efforts of Joan Phelps Palladino, and we look forward to building upon this great tradition in the future with Julianne leading the way,” says Ragosta. ¶

Dean O’Brien Pederson setting a dance position with Julia Neveu ’12.

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The Ripple at

Call it Dean pride. Call it a reverberation of The Dean Difference.

Or call it a ripple effect. Whatever its name, it refers to a growing movement at Dean: More and more alumni, based on their appreciation of their Dean education, are encouraging their children to take the same path.

Below, some of our legacy families describe why they have made Dean a tradition.

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ill Green ’74 credits Dean College with helping him become what he is today.

And that’s an impressive “what”— as the executive chairman of Accenture, he is extraordinarily successful in his career. “Dean had a profound impact on my life, my ability to be successful, and what I have become as a professional and a person,” he says.

Bill wanted his son, David, to have the same opportunities. “I knew when David was young that he had Dean written all over him,” Bill recalls. “If you know Dean… then you just know.

Dean changes lives. It not only educates; it energizes and inspires. It lets ordinary people do extraordinary things—for themselves, their communities, and their family.”

However, college wasn’t part of David’s immediate plans after high school. “My father and I have very similar stories in that we both were unsure of what we wanted to do with our lives and both worked jobs after high school before we made a decision to further our education, in order to have a more successful life,” says David B.S.’12.

Following his high school graduation, David worked in the information technology department at Accenture and would occasionally see his father.

“This is what made me realize what a great leader he is, because prior to this, he was always just my dad in my eyes. The idea of education started to resonate with me—if it helped him get to where he is today, then without a doubt, it would help me, too. That’s when Dean became the obvious choice for me in order to better my chances of being successful in the future. My father is the greatest man I have ever known and one of the best examples I could ever have. What he has done is a true American success story, and I am honored to follow him by attending Dean.”

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Effect Dean Making Dean a Tradition This same Dean pride is evident in other families as well. After hearing his father speak so fondly of his Dean years, Steve Hunt ’04 decided to consider the College for himself. “I remember my father telling stories about Dale Lippert and how his mentorship was vital to his success. I heard the phrase, ‘I couldn’t have done it without him,’ thousands of times throughout my adolescence,” he recalls. “I also remember his stories about the relationships he built with his peers and how they still exist some 37 years later. Those types of things are what led me to Dean.”

For Liz Piantedosi A.A.’12/B.A.’14, the road to Dean was a bit more winding. She began her college career at another school that ended up being the wrong fit. Unhappy with her situation, she turned to her mother, Barbara ’83, who encouraged her to give Dean a try. “I transferred to Dean College and never looked back,” says Liz. “It made me feel good that walking into her alma mater, my mother still felt a sense of pride. I have found everything she told me during my college transition to be true: ‘They will give you opportunities you would never have elsewhere,’ and ‘They will work with you to be successful as long as you work hard,’

among many others.

I have come to know now that these statements are true, and I take pride in being a member of Bulldog Nation.”

Following in Their Parents’ Footsteps— and Making Their Own

Life-changing. It’s an adjective that comes up again and again when these alumni describe their experiences at Dean.

And there are often similarities between the alumni parents and their children—characteristics they shared as students that made Dean a perfect fit.

“Steve reminded me so much of myself in high school,” says Gary Hunt ’76. “Having my own success at Dean gave me the confidence that he, too, could blossom in that environment. It turned out to be the right and best decision we made. Dean has been the life-changing vehicle for both of us. I feel blessed and fortunate that I attended Dean and 28 years later my son did, too.”

Steve recalls that, while he had a strong work ethic, he needed Dean to help him focus his efforts. “When visiting Dean, the school seemed like the perfect starting block for my adult life. It offered the type of oneon-one attention and guidance I needed.”

Bill tells a similar tale. “Our backgrounds were similar,” he says of his son.

“We both bounced along through the high

Above: Doreen DeFazio ’92 shares a moment at New Student Orientation on June 25, 2012, with her daughter, Emily Mooza, an incoming freshman and recipient of the first Legacy Award.

Left: As a member of Dean College’s Board of Trustees, William A. Green ’74, had the honor of presenting his son, David Green B.S.’12, with his diploma along with President Paula Rooney at Commencement on May 12, 2012.

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Right: Michael Fraini ’84 arrives at New Student Orientation with his daughter, Michaela, on June 28, 2012.

Below: Liz Piantedosi A.A.’12/B.A.’14 at home in Stow, MA with her mother, Barbara ’83.

school years. Dean helped us find ourselves. It helped us build confidence, selfesteem, and a positive ‘can do’ attitude. It challenged us to raise our game and at the same time supported us in doing so. Dean believes in people—and then you believe in yourself.”

Michael Fraini ’84 and his daughter, Michaela, an incoming freshman, were both drawn to Dean’s close-knit culture. “I didn’t want to go to a large school and get ‘lost in the shuffle,’” recalls Michael.

His daughter couldn’t agree more. “My dad told me that the small environment in both the classrooms and campus was very helpful to him. That was an important factor to me in looking for a school because I also learn better in a smaller environment.”

Michael is also appreciative of the school’s strong leadership. “I’m very impressed with Dr. Rooney’s close involvement in all aspects of the campus programs, curriculum, athletics, and student associations,” he says.

Sharing The Dean Difference

Legacy is perhaps becoming a theme at Dean because the College has remained true to itself by building on its strengths—and continuing to provide The Dean Difference to students today, just as it did decades ago.

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in knowing that their children will be in the same good hands.

“There is a magic in Dean,” says Bill.

“Dean calls it ‘The Dean Difference.’ I call it ‘The Dean Miracle.’ Dean makes you a motivated learner. We both experienced that and were well served by it. Dean has never lost its sense of mission and what is special about it. There are a lot of things they could have done, but they never wavered from their unique strengths. The ‘special sauce’ of Dean is as alive and well today as it was in the early ’70s. But at the same time, the school has learned, grown, and kept relevant to the needs of today’s students and today’s world.”

Some Things Stay the Same

When they returned to campus to visit their children, these alumni were pleased to see that, in many ways, Dean is still the same.

Their children walk the same campus, take part in the same traditions, and, in some cases, even take classes with the same professors!

By chance, David was placed in his dad’s old room in Wallace Hall when he attended New Student Orientation. “He even had Mr. Brooker as a teacher, who I had in 1973,” says Bill. “He was magic then and he was magic for David. The school never lost sight of what it does best—changes lives.”

Barbara jokes that she probably bores her daughter with her Dean memories, but Liz insists that she enjoys hearing them.

“She and I compare what buildings she

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“We both had very positive experiences at Dean—28 years apart.

Both of us have a great respect and appreciation for what Dean did for us. I’m proud to be a Dean alumnus and proud to be the father of a Dean alumnus.”

—Gary Hunt ’76 recognizes and which ones are new since her graduation. Every time we drive on campus, we swing by the new residence hall construction site on the land that once hosted Thayer House, and I get to hear all the stories of her time spent living there.”

“I just loved living in that house and still have many fond memories and lasting relationships from my time there,” recalls Barbara. “Returning to campus has been so exciting. Changes I have noticed are: no more sorority in Memorial Hall, no fraternity in Dean Hall, and no more pay phones used to call home. Am I dating myself?”

Gary has also enjoyed his return trips to campus. “When Steve was playing baseball, I attended all his games, so I almost felt like I got a second chance to go through the school. That was a bonus.”

“We can literally rehash every inning and at-bat we both had!” jokes Steve.

But their Dean connection runs deeper than athletics, and the father and son often talk about how they each evolved during their time here. “We speak about how we changed from move-in day to graduation; how dorm life transformed us as people and the life lessons learned through fun, fights, laughs, adversity, and diversity; how academically we were able to see improvement quickly and embrace the full opportunity to better ourselves and move forward,” says Steve.

“The similarities and benefits we both have from our Dean years is amazing,” adds Gary. “We have always been very close as a father and son. Without question, Dean

has been a major contributing factor in that bond. Dean grounded both of us and set the foundation for our futures.”

A Common Thread— and Enduring Bond

Even after graduating from Dean with his baccalaureate degree, David has chosen to remain close to Dean and now works in the College’s information technology department. He has also been impressed with how close his father has remained with his Dean friends—including his godfather, Gary Conroy ’74.

“This showed me the types of relationships you gain at Dean: ones that last.”

David has formed similar friendships. “I still hang out with my friends from Dean, and even after graduating, I talk to them all the time.”

Bill remains close to his alma mater as an active alumnus and member of the Board of Trustees. “The Dean connection

has brought us very close. We have both been part of something special—The Dean Difference. It is something we will share our whole lives. There is a sense of pride, of shared accomplishment, of realizing we were not only educated in the same environment, but we became better people through that experience.”

Liz also finds herself striving to be a better person at Dean. “I love being able to work hard and show my mom that this school means as much to me as it did to her,” she says. “I feel a sense of pride attending Dean, and it makes me so happy to be able to carry on my mother’s legacy.”

David treasures this connection with his dad. “I’m very fortunate to be able to have this unique experience with him. It has brought us even closer together. I hope that I will be able to do the same thing for my kids when they are ready to go off to college, because I will never forget what Dean did for both of us.” ¶

Introducing the Legacy Award There are many who are making Dean a family tradition—in response, the College has established the Legacy Award, given to a student whose parent or grandparent is a Dean alumna/alumnus. For more information, contact Tom Carroll ’07, Admissions Counselor, at 508-541-1541 or tcarroll@dean.edu.

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Planning for Your Future—and Dean With a charitable gift annuity, both the donor and Dean College benefit.

Consider making a gift to the College that provides a secure source of personal income while supporting programs and students. As a donor in a life-income arrangement, you join the Oliver Dean Heritage Society, which honors individuals whose legacies are shaping the future of Dean through annuities and other planned gifts.

A charitable gift annuity is a contract between a donor and Dean College. In its simplest form, the annuity consists of a tax-advantaged transfer of assets to Dean; a stream of income to the donor is generated, and a legacy is created.

The chart below represents a sample of ages, rates, and income for an individual’s charitable gift annuity. These rates can change monthly and are based on the IRS discount rate.

give the next generation

opportunities with a charitable gift annuity

RATE ANNUAL AGE

INCOME

65 4.7% $ 705.00

70 75 80 85

5.1% 5.8% 6.8% 7.8%

$ 765.00 $ 870.00 $ 1, 020.00 $ 1, 170.00

APPROXIMATE CHARITABLE DEDUCTION $ 3 , 900.00 $ 5 , 200.00 $ 6 , 100.00 $ 7 , 000.00 $ 8 , 100.00

This chart is based upon a $15,000.00 cash gift to Dean College. These rates are approximate.

For current rates, income figures, a confidential proposal, or additional information, please contact: Peter J. Mollo, Associate Vice President Dean College, Office of Institutional Advancement pmollo@dean.edu 508-541-1664

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Dance & Theatre 2012–2013 Performance Season

Fall 2012

Spring 2013

Noises Off

Choreographers’ Concert

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February 22

By Michael Frayn

October 10 - 14

Romeo & Juliet

Cabaret

By William Shakespeare

February 27 - March 3

October 26

Oklahoma!

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Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics & Book by Oscar Hammerstein II

November 14 - 18

Senior Showcase December 7

 Godspell 

Book by John-Michael Tebelak, Music & Lyrics

by Stephen Schwarts, Conceived & Originally Directed by John Michael Tebelak

April 3 - 7

Dance Company April 25 - 27 & May 3 - 5

www.dean.edu/performance All performances will take place on The Main Stage, Campus Center Box Office 508-541-1605 Tickets from $5 - $20

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Hairspray, 2012

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Student ID

Name: Marissa Maffiolini B.A.’12 Major: Dance Minor: Psychology Hometown: Southington, CT

1) What are your plans after Dean?

After graduating I plan to move to New York City and get an apartment with a couple of friends to pursue a performance career. Dean has prepared me to go confidently into the audition scene and have a successful career.

2) How do you like to spend your free time?

I spend my free time hanging out with my friends. We love doing anything from taking the T into Boston to see a show to gathering around the TV in my condo and catching up on the latest episode of Smash.

3) How has Dean impacted your life?

Dean has helped me grow so much as a dancer and as a person.

The dance program allows me to dance every day, and my technique and artistry have improved significantly since my freshman year.

The staff is so supportive and approachable, and I know I can always go to them when I need to. I have jam-packed my class schedule each semester. There are so many different classes to choose from—I just want to take everything!

4) Who are some of the people at Dean that have had the most influence on you?

Gregory King and Jill Silverman have both had a great influence on me during my time at Dean. Jill has been my ballet professor all four years I’ve been at Dean, and she has taught me so much. She has such a strong passion for ballet that inspires me to work hard.

Even though this is Gregory’s first year teaching here, I feel as if he’s been here much longer. His unique approach to teaching modern has helped me to become more proficient in Horton technique. His innovative choreography helps to challenge the students and brings a new flavor to the Dean College stage. I was honored to be a part of his work in Dean’s dance company performance and thankful for the opportunity to go to the American College Dance Festival and perform his work.

5) Is there anything that you think you will miss when you graduate?

There are many things that I’ll miss about Dean. People say you meet some of your best friends at college and this is certainly the case for 14

me. I consider the friends I’ve made here practically my family. I’ll miss being able to see all the wonderful people I’ve met here every day, but I know that no matter where we end up after graduation, we’ll always be close. I’ll also miss taking dance classes every day in such a supportive learning environment.

6) What have been some of the most meaningful experiences as a performer at Dean?

Being able to do both dance and theatre shows has been a great experience for me. Along with dance, I love musical theatre and have been a part of many of Dean’s musicals. It’s so hard to pick just one of my favorite performance experiences, but I loved going to the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival in 2010 and the American College Dance Festival this past February. I was able to perform at both, and it was such an amazing experience performing for other college students as well as being able to see other colleges’ performances.

7) What are your dreams?

I would love to be on Broadway some day! I love singing and dancing, and to be able to do both every day for a living would be a dream come true. I’d also love to be a part of Gallim Dance company. Their choreography is so intriguing and unique, and I’d love to be a part of their creative process. As long as there’s a stage involved and I’m on it, my dreams are coming true! ¶

DEAN CareerLink Coming soon to Dean: An online employment and career resource for students and alumni!

Available through the Robbins Family Center for Advising and Career Planning, DEAN CareerLink, will enable alumni to search for full- and part-time jobs from anywhere. Many postings will be in conjunction with direct employer relationships that Dean has established, while others will be part of a broader external network. DEAN CareerLink will also provide online access to career-planning resources, such as cover letter and résumé writing, interviewing skills, employer information, and event registration.

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Liberty Mutual offers additional savings based on your vehicle’s safety features (like air bags and anti-lock brakes), your age, your level of education, and more.

Call 800-524-9400 for more information

on this unique program.

Want to link in to CareerLink? Make sure that we have your updated email address by sending it to alumni@dean.edu and we’ll let you know as soon as it’s COMING online!

SOON!

Boomer Makes His Screen Debut Boomer is ready for his close-up!

The Dean mascot is starring in a series of videos created by Assistant Director of Marketing Michael Cameron that center on Dean’s “Be a Bulldog” campaign. The initial video features a bulldog puppy chasing and eventually corralling a football with the caption, “Tackle Anything.”

“We thought these videos would be a unique way of branding the College and getting people to our YouTube channel, where they can see a number of spots created to provide people with a better perspective of Dean College, says Gregg Chalk, director of marketing and communications.

To watch the videos, visit www.dean.edu/videos or go to the official Dean College YouTube channel, at www.youtube.com/user/deancollegeofficial. ¶

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alumni news Leadership in Action on February 15 Dean welcomed back Betty-Jo Cugini ’82, media supervisor in the Department of Communications and Marketing at the University of Rhode Island, to a standingroom-only audience of students, alumni, faculty, and staff at the 2012 Leadership in Action kick-off breakfast. Pictured: (1) Cugini ’82, President Paula Rooney

Fourth Annual Red Sox Spring Training Game and Barbecue on March 6

Robert K. Kraft Speaks at Dean College Dean College welcomed Robert K. Kraft, chairman and CEO of The Kraft Group and owner of the New England Patriots, to its campus in March. Mr. Kraft addressed a full-capacity audience of 450 individuals, including 300 students, with a discussion on leadership, followed by a lengthy question and answer session.

“It is an honor to have Mr. Kraft on campus and interacting directly with our students,” said President Rooney. “He is clearly committed to volunteerism, and sees our youth as an important part of our communities’ future.

Providing the opportunity for our students to ask questions about leadership shows this commitment, and we can’t thank him enough for his time and efforts.”

Introducing Kraft was William Green ’74, executive chairman of Accenture. “I feel it is important to give back to Dean College so I was eager to be part of this event,” said Green. “I am very proud to see the close interaction and exchange of ideas between the students and Mr. Kraft.”

“Bill Green is a good friend and a proud alumnus of Dean College,” said Kraft. “There isn’t a school in America that wouldn’t want to claim him among their alumni. I think it is honorable that he stays true to his roots and remains so loyal to Dean College. I was flattered to be invited to attend. I think personal interaction and direct communication is important, and I was happy to share that message with the students and answer some of their questions.

I really enjoyed my visit to the campus.”

In attendance were Dean College trustees, alumni, students, faculty and staff members, and local business leaders. The presentation was made possible through the support of sponsors and the efforts of the Dean Leadership Institute (DLI) and its Executive Lecture Series. DLI provides professional development opportunities for all levels of organizational leadership through lectures and workshops delivered by internationally recognized CEOs and other leaders.

“Having the opportunity to meet Mr. Kraft and Mr. Green will undoubtedly go down as a real highlight for me,” says Will O’Leary, a junior from Franklin, MA. “To have an opportunity to directly communicate with such business leaders is a rare opportunity for a student and one of the reasons why I chose to attend Dean.” ¶ 16

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Warm weather, a new stadium, and Dean camaraderie were in store as 75 alumni and friends gathered at JetBlue Park to watch the Red Sox square off against the Baltimore Orioles. Before the game, guests enjoyed a grand-slam feast while visiting with old friends and meeting new ones. Pictured: (2) Carl Marguerite, Lila Ruggio, Joe Ruggio ’62, Joanne Marguerite

Alumni Night with the Boston Bruins on March 27 Exclusive use of the Promenade Suite set the stage for a lively night of Bruins action as the B’s faced off against the Tampa Bay Lightning in an action-packed game.

Alumni and friends enjoyed delicious food and the company of fellow Deanites.

Leadership in Action Series on April 17 Dean opened its doors to John Smith, owner of the John Smith Sports Center and retired placekicker for the New England Patriots.

Pictured: (3) Peter Diarbakerly B.A.’12, Smith, Dr. Gerry Shaw

Alumni Soccer and Lacrosse Games on April 29 Alumni from the soccer and lacrosse teams competed against current students at Longley Field. Following the games, guests joined current coaching staff for a postgame reception. Pictured: (4) student and alumni participants

Welcome Reception with the new Dean of the Joan PHELPS Palladino School of Dance on May 3 Dance alumni, faculty, and staff gathered to officially welcome Julianne O’Brien Pedersen at a reception, followed by a performance of “Exhale” by the dance company.

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Connecticut Reception on June 7 The first annual gathering of Connecticut alumni, parents, and friends was held at the Connecticut River Museum. Thanks to Harry Eben Burr ’67 for hosting a lovely reception. Pictured: (5) Coleen Resnick, vice president of institutional advancement, Burr, President Paula Rooney

Happy Hour and Boston Red Sox GAME on August 1 Play ball! Alumni, parents, and friends watched the Boston Red Sox battle the Detroit Tigers at the 1st Annual Happy Hour at the House of Blues & Baseball Game at Fenway Park. Pictured: (6) Lauren Colli B.A.’13, Alexandria Votta A.A.’11/B.A.’13, Rayshawn Buchanan B.A.’12 ¶

Dean College Remembers Its Veterans on November 12, 2012 This Veterans Day, Dean College alumni, students, faculty, and staff will gather to honor and remember those who selflessly and courageously risked their lives to defend our freedom.

At this special event, the Alumni Association’s Outstanding Alumni Award will be presented to James Creedon ’49A, a retired brigadier general who served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1981.

For more information, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 1-888-711-3326.

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alumni news

Commencement

2012

Baccalaureate Champagne Reception On Thursday, May 10, President Paula Rooney hosted a champagne reception to honor the accomplishments of our first baccalaureate graduates in Business, Theatre, and Liberal Arts and Studies, as well as those in Dance, and Arts and Entertainment Management.

President’s Commencement Reception and Awards Ceremony

Members of the Class of 2012 and their families joined President Paula Rooney and the Dean community for a festive reception in the Campus Center, followed by an awards ceremony to honor and celebrate our graduates. At the same time, President Rooney presented Harry Eben Burr ’67 with the Alumni Association Certificate of Merit Award for his exceptional service and support of the Alumni Association.

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The Tradition Continues at Dean College

Members of the Class of 1962 provided a window to the past for our 2012 graduates while reliving their own special day with fellow alumni—taking their place at the head of the Commencement procession dressed in full academic regalia.

Following the ceremony, President Paula Rooney hosted a luncheon for members of the 50th Society in Memorial Hall. Âś

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alumni news A Message from the Assistant Vice President for Alumni Programs and Campus Special Events

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s we prepare for the upcoming academic year, we reflect on the amazing one we just finished. The Office of Alumni Relations feels a sense of enthusiasm as we gear up for another exciting year ahead!

This past year, we hosted 30 events locally and across the country while reconnecting more than 1,800 alumni and friends to one another and the College. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces back on campus and in the various cities we visited—and to meet new friends who are eager to join our strong and vibrant network of alumni!

We received a tremendous response to the recent alumni survey. Your feedback is an important part of our planning efforts and gives us insight into how we can better serve you.

Thank you for providing us with such important information. The winner of the $100 gift card is John P. Vario ’76, owner of JP Vario Excavating on Cape Cod. I encourage you to stay involved in YOUR Dean College Alumni Association. Much of what makes your alumni experience so rewarding is your continued involvement with Dean.

That might mean speaking at a Leadership in Action Series breakfast, attending a Red Sox game with fellow alumni at Fenway or JetBlue Park, returning to campus for Family Day, or serving as an Ambassador for the Dean Advocate Recruitment Team (D.A.R.T.). Your involvement is what’s important, and your continued support is what makes Dean such a special place.

As always, be sure to check out Dean’s alumni website at www.dean.edu/alumni, where you can get a glimpse of the many events, benefits, and services available to you. While you’re there, please consider making a gift in any amount to the Dean College Annual Fund.

Your participation represents your belief in our excellent college as a member of the Dean family.

I look forward to seeing you at our next alumni event. In the meantime, should you have any comments or suggestions on how we can better serve you, please drop me a line at mridings@dean.edu or call me at 508-541-1656.

Regards,

Maureen Ridings

Class of 1992 20th Reunion September 22–23, 2012

Come Back to Dean circa 1992!

Visit www.dean.edu/alumni for registration information.

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mark your calendars!

9/6/2012 5th Annual Alumni & Parents Cape Cod Luncheon Thursday, September 6, 2012 Dan’l Webster Inn and Spa, Sandwich, MA Join alumni, parents, and friends for lunch followed by a visit to the Sandwich Glass Museum.

9/22/2012 Dean Family Day Saturday, September 22, 2012 Dean College, Franklin, MA Alumni, family, and friends are invited back to campus! Cheer on Dean’s football and soccer teams, tailgate with friends old and new, and take part in a post-game celebration at Boomer’s. Check our website for additional event information at www.dean.edu/alumni.

9/22/2012

10/1/2012

Class of 1992—20th Reunion Saturday, September 22, 2012 Dean College, Franklin, MA Come celebrate with fellow Class of ’92 alumni! Activities will include a slow-pitch softball game vs. members of the Dean baseball and softball teams, tailgating, football and soccer at Longley Field, a post-game celebration and presentation of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award to classmate Lee Power, dinner in the Smith Dining Center, and a reunion party—complete with a lip-sync competition and live band—at Boomer’s! Register at www.dean.edu/ alumni.

9/22/2012 Class of 2012—“0” Year Reunion Saturday, September 22, 2012 Dean College, Franklin, MA Calling all 2012 baccalaureate degree graduates! Come celebrate your new alumni status at your “0” year reunion! Check www.dean.edu/alumni for registration information.

16th Annual President’s Cup Golf Tournament Monday, October 1, 2012 Franklin Country Club, Franklin, MA

10/17/12 2ND ANNUAL WASHINGTON, DC RECEPTION Wednesday, October 17, 2012 Home of current parents Eugene and Mary Procknow, Washington, DC

11/12/2012 Veterans Memorial Ceremony Monday, November 12, 2012 War Memorial, Awpie Way, Dean College, Franklin, MA Join the Dean College community for a moving tribute featuring the presentation of the Outstanding Alumni Award to James Creedon ’49, retired brigadier general, U.S. Air Force.

12/13/2012 4th Annual Boston Holiday Reception Thursday, December 13, 2012 Granite Links Golf Club, Quincy, MA

5/11/2013 147th Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 11, 2013 Dean College, Franklin, MA 50th Society Commencement, Luncheon and Induction Ceremony

16th Annual

Dean College President’s Cup

Golf Tournament

to benefit the Dean College Scholarship Fund

Franklin Country Club

Franklin, MA 8:00 a.m. Registration

monday,

9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start/Lunch and Awards to follow

october 1, 2012

For more information or to register online, go to www.dean.edu/alumni or contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 1-888-711-3326

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class notes 1930

Orlando H. Llano, of Lakeland, FL, wanted to let his classmates know that he is still kicking and taking an interest in life. He turned 100 this year!

1966

Charles R. Sinel, of Pawtucket, RI, enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1969. He writes, “After I completed my training as a cannoneer, at Fort Sill, OK, we all had a pretty good idea of where the next stop would be.

I have to say, at the time Southeast Asia was the last place in the world I wanted to go, but for some unknown reason, God smiled on me, and I didn’t. I spent the remainder of my time stateside in Battery B, 2nd Battalion, 103rd Field Artillery Group. I am the proud possessor of an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army. Sometimes as I look back at my good fortune all those years ago, I wonder if perhaps someone was making up for all the unanswered prayers I rendered at Dean, usually at exam time. I am also delighted to relate that a few years ago I found my old issue field jacket, and it still (snugly) fits. Best to all my old friends from Memorial Hall and Dean.”

Class of 1975 Save the Date!

The Class of 1975’s

annual gathering will be held on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, with the tailgate, football, and soccer games at Longley Field on Family Day, Saturday, September 22. Visit www.dean.edu/alumni for more information.

1980

Peter A. Appel, of New York, NY, has landed a role on a new HBO series “Luck.”

Starring Dustin Hoffman and Nick Nolte, the series takes a provocative look at the world of horse racing.

1981

Stephen C. Johnson, of Gilford, NH,

says “hello” to all of his classmates of 30 years ago! He is a self-employed entrepreneur of two retail stores in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire: the Moccasin Shop and the Meredith Trading Post. He also manages his family’s real estate holdings in the area, both commercial and residential. “Being in retail small business most of my life, I could not have survived the last few years without the experience and degree I received in small business management at Dean.” He wants to hear from his classmates! Email him at mocshop@metrocast.net and check out his website at www.mocshop.com.

1987

Trinity College and led the Bantoms to the top-ranked scoring defense in the NESCAC in the 2010 season. He coordinated all recruiting efforts and was actively involved in all aspects of training, coaching, and practice planning. “Coach Graham comes to us after having been an integral part of the success of men’s lacrosse at Trinity College and understands our needs at Vassar,” says Director of Athletics & Physical Education Sharon Beverly. “We look forward to a new era of men’s lacrosse at Vassar, and with Coach Graham aboard are excited about the future.” Graham lettered in football and lacrosse at Dean prior to earning a bachelor’s degree in recreation management from Springfield College.

Class of 1992, It’s Your 20th Reunion!

Get ready to celebrate this milestone on Saturday, September 22.

Visit www.dean.edu/alumni for registration information.

Kimberly P. Morhardt Marcus, of

Danbury, CT, has been named to the board of directors of the Danbury Music Center.

Kimberly holds an A.A. from Dean College.

She was formerly the program manager for Goodwill Industries of Delaware and an administrative assistant for the Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities. She is training to be a fitness and personal trainer at Olympus Personal Training and Weight Management in Danbury.

1989

Marc Graham, of Defiance, OH, was

named head men’s lacrosse coach at Vassar College. He was previously head coach at Defiance (OH) College. From 2005 to 2010 Marc was the defensive coordinator at

1994

Kerri L. Sweeney Welch, of White

Plains, NY, and her husband, Greg Welch, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ronan Connor, on January 6, 2012, at 3:48 a.m., at Westchester Medical Center University Hospital in Valhalla, NY. He was welcomed home by his big brother, Ciaran.

Ronan’s godmother is Christina Vogel ’94.

1998

Geraldine “Gerry” Cawthra,

wife of the late John C. Cawthra ’57J, came to campus to meet the 2011–2012 Cawthra Family Memorial Award recipient, Meghan Anderson ’12.

Jacqueline M. Lacey, of Linwood, MA, was married to Jason Desrosiers in a sunset ceremony on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at the Key West Marriott Beachside Resort in Key West, FL.

1999

Justin P. Wielock, of Columbia, CT,

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2007

William James Renehan, of North Kingstown, RI, has been named acquisitions editor for Dark Hall Press, a division of New Street Communications, LLC, based in Wickford, RI. In his new post, William is tasked with developing a first-quality list of original book-length works in the genres of horror and science fiction, to be distributed in both paper and digital editions. After leaving Dean, William studied at the State University of New York College at New Paltz, and the University of Rhode Island.

2010

Nicole Zaccari, of Williamsburg, MA, was recently profiled in the Daily Hampshire Gazette of Northampton, MA. Nicole began dancing at age seven. She studied dance at Dean College and at the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York. She now teaches at Northampton School of Dance and is a member of the Eclipse Modern Dance Company. When she’s not dancing, Nicole makes beaded and crocheted accessories for her business, Handmade by Nicole.

Connect Digitally

with the Dean College Office of Alumni Relations by simply scanning one of the following QR (quick response) codes with your smart phone!

Reconnect with classmates or friends on Facebook with one quick scan!

Join our group on LinkedIn and build your network instantly!

NEW live chat with Maureen Ridings, assistant vice president of alumni programs and campus special events on Twitter @DeanAlumni, will keep you up-todate on campus happenings and alumni events!

Dean College is just a scan away.

View our alumni web pages for information on benefits, events, and more!

www.dean.edu/alumni

David Martin ’80, of Brooklyn, NY, recently published a book entitled The Hooligan’s Table: The Rugby Player’s Cookbook. Featuring more than 80 recipes from rugby players, rugby fans, and pubs and restaurants that rugby players call home, the cookbook includes breakfast dishes, hearty stews, pub favorites, pastas, desserts, and cocktails. It also features stories about great rugby personalities.

“I wanted to put together a book that showcases the wide range of food enjoyed by rugby players around the world and across the table,” says David. “Rugby players come from diverse places and have diverse tastes. The Hooligan’s Table aims to present a smorgasbord of cuisine inspired by the sport both on and off the pitch.”

Nigel Melville, president and chief operating officer of USA Rugby, says of the book: “OK, rugby players like their food, but David Martin busts the myth that quantity is preferred to quality, and finds the rugby players palette far more discerning than many would give them credit for.”

David is a newswriter with WABC-TV Eyewitness News in New York City. He has worked as producer at CBS News and the Fox News Channel and as a reporter with the New Author David Martin ’80 takes a seat York Daily News, the Staten Island Advance, and Reuters. at a rugby bar in Singapore.

He has written about rugby for many years at Rugby Magazine and also writes for rugby websites.

Currently a player for the Gentlemen of New York, the old boys team for the New York Rugby Club, David began his career in 1980 with the Florida State University Rugby Club.

Since then he has played with various teams including the Miami Tridents and the Mystic River Hombres.

To order a copy of David’s book, visit www.therugbycookbook.com.

2011

Amanda Walmsley, of Warren, RI, was featured in an article on the online news site EastBayRI.com. She moved to Florida from her native Warren in June 2011 to pursue her dream of working at a theme park.

Amanda began dancing lessons at age three and hopes to dance someday on the castle stage at Disney World. She has been part of a dancing workshop at Universal Studios and works in the Harley Davidson shop in Downtown Disney. She says: “It feels like a dream come true. In the middle of rehearsal, I’ll pinch myself and think, ‘Wow, you’re getting paid to do what you love to do.’ I worked hard to get to this point; it feels good to accomplish my goals.”

Calling All 2012 Baccalaureate Degree Graduates!

Save the date! Your “0” year reunion is on Saturday, September 22.

Watch your mail for further information.¶

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Fundraising news

Dean Pride!

Every day, Dean faculty and staff demonstrate remarkable commitment to the College’s students, mission, and community. This year, they also showed their dedication to Dean through their generous financial support, with more than 95% making a gift to the College.

This soaring participation rate represents their belief in the institution, and serves as a wonderful example of philanthropic spirit to others in the Dean community. ¶

Dean College Unveils the Morton Family Learning Center Dean College proudly announces the naming of the Morton Family Learning Center. Named for John S. Morton III ’70 and his family, the Center’s mission is to encourage scholastic persistence in our students by instilling a heightened sense of responsibility and academic confidence.

The Center will feature assistive technology needs such as smartpens, iPod and iPad learning applications, adaptive workstations, and Dragon Dictate, as well as a stateof-the-art tutoring space with flat screens and enhanced seating.

“Improving the College’s Learning Center is one of the keys to our future success. In order to help accomplish this goal, the Morton family has generously decided to support the Learning Center with a

“The development of lifelong learning skills and support are an essential part of our personalized learning community...”

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leadership gift, and we cannot thank them enough for their generosity and vision,” says Coleen Resnick, vice president of institutional advancement.

Morton received his associate’s degree in physical education from Dean, where he played both lacrosse and football. He went on to earn a B.S. from Ithaca College and an M.A. from Towson University. Morton taught and coached at the Miller School and the Fork Union Military Academy before returning to his alma mater, St. Paul’s School, for 29 years as a beloved middleschool geography teacher and coach.

“The development of lifelong learning skills and support are an essential part of our personalized learning community, and through the efforts of the Morton family, our learning center is now positioned to achieve those objectives,” says Resnick.

Pictured: John S. Morton III ’70, Trish Morton, John S. Morton Jr. ¶

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fundraising news

DEAN’S MAIN STAGE THEATRE? The one with

YOUR NAME ON IT!

MY NAME HERE

Please consider this special opportunity to be permanently honored in the Main Stage theatre.

A tax-deductible contribution of $1,000 will not only further the excellence offered at Dean, it will also dedicate a seat in the Main Stage theatre with an elegant brass nameplate bearing the inscription of your choice.

Please contact us at 1-888-711-3326 or via email at alumni@dean.edu.

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A legacy set in stone Join us in preserving Awpie Way brick by brick

Create a lasting tribute with a personalized brick.

Dedicate a brick to commemorate your time at Dean, a classmate, a loved one, a mentor, or a current student.

Please contact us at 1-888-711-3326 or via email at alumni@dean.edu.

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in memoriam 1925A Priscilla C. Payne, Westwood, MA, April 30, 2012, age 104.

1930A Roland E. Butler, East Longmeadow, MA, December 22, 2011, age 101.

1930A Grace D. Culver, Dalton, MA, July 21, 2012, age 100.

1931A Edward M. Eldredge, Chewelah, WA, December 20, 2011, age 100.

1933A Raymond Earl Lewis, West Bridgewater, MA, April 19, 2011, age 83.

1935A Mary Rogers Hillas, Glenview, IL, March 1, 2012, age 93.

1938A Mildred A. Young Austin, Melrose, MA, December 15, 2011, age 92.

1939A Howard F. Casey, Concord, NH, April 7, 2011, age 94.

1940A Margaret F. “Peggy” Crawley, Palm Harbor, FL, May 20, 2012, age 90.

1940A Williams Tardy, Burnt Hills, NY, August 23, 2011, age 89.

1942A John A. Shuttleworth, Quincy, MA, June 27, 2012, age 92.

1943J Roger S. Robbins, Jr., Pepperell, MA, May 18, 2012, age 90.

1945A Rose Gagnon Hallsey, Bangor, ME, November 23, 2011, age 83.

1946A/1948J, June Heap Mosher, Benicia, CA, February 25, 2012, age 85.

1947A Lawrence J. “Larry” Barrett, Peabody, MA, May 17, 2012, age 87.

1947A, Dorothy Parsons Christopher, Peabody, MA, November 9, 2011, age 82.

1947A Lucy May Bartlet Crosbie, Columbia, CT, January 1, 2012, age 82.

1947J Naomi Ruth Davidson Klein, West Hartford, CT, January 13, 2012, age 85.

1948A Newton “Jack” Frost, West Brookfield, MA, March 21, 2012, age 82.

1948A Anne M. Healy, Mashpee, MA, August 1, 2011, age 81.

1949A William “Bill” R. Budreau, Winthrop, MA, June 3, 2012, age 81.

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Margaret Irene (Clarke) Wegner ’24 Since the founding of Dean Academy in 1865, the school has fostered talented individuals who go on to lead exciting and rewarding lives, benefiting from The Dean Difference. This notion of “never give up and never settle” has resonated with many of Dean’s graduates and pushed them to go on to accomplish great milestones after graduation. This is especially true for Margaret Irene Wegner. A longtime resident of Wellesley and graduate of Dean Academy in 1924, Irene passed away May 9, 2012, at 105 years of age. Irene, who had four children, nine grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren, did not let her age dictate how she would live her life, as evidenced by her 80th birthday, when she stood on the foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal. Her worldly travels took her to the Great Wall of China, the pyramids in Egypt, the Taj Mahal in India, and Israel’s Masada, and she fostered a special love for Portugal and Sicily. Carrying the distinction of being Dean’s oldest living alumna, Margaret was alert and engaged up to the time of her death. Dean College’s Office of Alumni Relations looks back fondly on such an accomplished alumna and laments the loss of a vibrant member of the community. ¶

Sister Jacqueline Dee “Jackie” Walsh ’72, R.S.M. The Dean community was saddened to learn of the passing of Sister Jackie Walsh ’72 on July 9. Jackie was struck by a hit-and-run driver during an evening walk while in Watermill, Long Island, for a retreat.

Jackie’s life was distinguished by her generosity and service to others. After graduating from Springfield College she became a Sister of Mercy in 1981 and was named the director of youth ministry in Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Hicksville, NY. More recently, she was a teacher and campus minister at Our Lady of Mercy Academy and a pastoral associate at St. Edward the Confessor Parish in Syosset, NY. Writes classmate Debbie Cuniglio: “I was lucky enough to meet Jackie the first day of classes at Dean in 1970. We transferred to Springfield College together and were roommates while student teaching in Fort Myers, Florida. I spoke to her two days before she went on the retreat, and she was looking forward to a period of prayer and meditation. Everyone at Dean knew Jackie Walsh. She was larger than life.”

The Class of 1972 will hold a celebration of life and tree planting in Sister Jackie’s memory on Dean Family Day, Saturday, September 22. For more information or to make a memorial contribution in Jackie’s name, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 1-888-711-3326.¶

1949A Mary Susan Mottola, North Andover, MA, April 26, 2012, age 80.

1960 James B. Lawrence, Cummington, MA, July 7, 2010, age 70.

1980 Jason Konowtiz, Wrentham, MA, June 17, 2012, age 78.

1951A Herbert A. Girard, North Smithfield, RI, August 26, 2011, age 81.

1961 Michael Christopher Bellobuono, Wethersfield, CT, February 18, 2012, age 72.

1983 Mary Ann Dmytryck, Bourne, MA, April 25, 2012, age 79.

1952J Owen H. Campbell, Syracuse, NY, July 11, 2011, age 78.

1963 Lawrence A. Nemon, New Boston, NH, August 21, 2011, age 67.

1986 Richard G. Buttimer, Walpole, MA, January 4, 2012, age 51.

1953J Joan A. Pizzello Page, Ipswich, MA, December 28, 2011, age 78.

1966 Jeffrey M. Armstrong, Cape Elizabeth, ME, June 5, 2012, age 67.

1986 Francine M. Fahey, Sagamore Beach, MA, December 8, 2011, age 46.

1957J Sheldon J. Strumar, Forest Hills, NY, August 2010, age 74.

1967 James Dexter Denham, Pembroke, NH, January 26, 2012, age 65.

1986 Jennifer M. Fritts Fox, Delmar, NY, April 13, 2012, age 43.

1958 Joseph A. Walker, Newport, RI, June 26, 2012, age 73.

1971 Veronica McCabe, Union Dale, PA, June 16, 2011, age 61.

1991 Arthur C. Manstream, Jr., Mendon, MA, December 28, 2011, age 72.

1959 Gail LaForge Trow, Riverside, RI, January 26, 2012, age 72.

1976 Marcy A. Hankin, Reisterstown, MD, March 15, 2011, age 56.

2001 Rueben C. Perrin, New London, CT, July 9, 2012, age 31.

1960 William R. Hall, Portland, CT, September 24, 2011, age 72.

1979 Stephen Sampson, Plymouth, MA, March 6, 2012, age 53.

Student Malcolm N. Bagley, Orange, NJ, May 27, 2012, age 19.¶

I am Dean:

Betty-Jo CuGini ’82

Her achievements include the National Edward R. Murrow Award for Overall Excellence, three Emmy awards, 19 Emmy nominations, and over 20 Associated Press team and individual awards for “Outstanding News Coverage.” There’s no doubt that Betty-Jo Cugini ’82 knows news.

Now the supervisor of new media in the Department of Communications and Marketing at the University of Rhode Island (URI), Cugini owns Weathervane Communications, a media consulting and strategy firm, and is an adjunct lecturer at Emerson College.

Cugini entered her field of study as a correspondent for USA Today after earning her associate’s degree in communications at Dean. She served as vice president of NBC 10 News for six years after many promotions through the organization. Cugini also has taught courses at URI, Rhode Island School of Design, and Providence College.

1) What is your favorite topic of conversation?

Politics, people, and current affairs are favorite topics.

Any time I can listen and learn from others I am happy.

2) What book are you reading now?

Being in Balance by Dr. Wayne Dyer, The Innovative University (suggested by Dr. Rooney), and Prague Winter

by Madeleine Albright. I never thought not holding an actual book would be okay, but I have to admit that with my Kindle Fire, I can now read three or four books at the same time and I really enjoy it.

3) What is your most memorable Dean experience?

The day the AP teletype machine at WGAO rang 12 bells. It was a “flash,” which rarely happened—President Reagan had been shot. We carried wall-to-wall coverage from the network, and we filled in with local reaction from students and faculty. I was alone in the newsroom when it happened—March 30, 1981, at about 2:30 p.m. —and I left the radio station well after midnight. That was the moment I knew ink ran through my veins and news was to be my career path.

4) Whom do you admire?

My family. My mother, father, and brother are my rocks.

They are amazing individuals. My two children and my husband complete me. I learn from them each and every day.

5) What are your greatest achievements?

Helping my two children explore the world and provide opportunities for them so they could become the wonderful people they are. I have tried to listen and nurture and be a role model for them—letting them know that life is not easy but to learn from each of their successes and failures and to always help others.

I am also very proud of what I have been able to accomplish career wise: breaking the glass ceiling for other women in the communications business. My success is because I have worked and continue to work with great teams of people.

6) Where do you get your news?

Wherever I can—24/7! Since the news is “my business,” I am online, watching, listening, and reading anything and everything I can get my hands on!

7) What do you think connects you so closely to the Dean community?

Life is all about connections. If it were not for Dean, I would not have connected with people who gave me the confidence and the opportunities that shaped my career path. The professors that I had are still friends today, and that connection from classroom to newsroom back to classroom is still very important to me. I teach a course at Emerson College, and I use excerpts from books that one of my Dean professors wrote to help to teach students in my classroom! What a connection!

I was invited back to Dean to speak a few months ago. I opened the car door and set foot on that campus, and that feeling of home and opportunity and sense of place filled my mind, heart, and soul. Now that is a special connection.

8) What is the most exotic food in your kitchen?

My husband and I went to Italy and stayed on a fabulous estate in Tuscany called La Foce. The estate produces its own olive oil. The first night when we arrived they provided us with a dinner of bread, oil, tomatoes, and fresh pasta. We still savor the last drops of oil from that special little bottle!

9) Red Sox or Yankees?

If you ask the people in my old newsroom it would be Yankees, because I love to churn things up. But honestly, I love both teams!

10) What’s on your iPod? Adele, Chicago, Jim Brickman, Paul Simon, Lady Antebellum, Sting, and Luther Vandross are a few—and of course my audio books.

11) What else should we know about you?

I am a First Class Girl Scout—equivalent to the Eagle Scout for Boy Scouting—and I rode on a float in the 1980 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California. ¶

Dean Bulletin, Volume 55, No. 2, Summer 2012

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Remember when

…the 1966 golf team entered its first tournament?

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fter a successful

then

season of golf that

tallied five wins to three losses (two of which were extra hole matches), the 1966 team competed at the Region III Golf Tournament in Auburn, New York. The team, which included George Kelley ’66, Robert Klug ’66, Fred Cole ’67,

now

Dave Anderson ’66, Edward Herlihy ’67, Bernard Stock ’67, Robert Keefe ’66, and Brian Fleming ’66, finished 6th out of 19 teams.

Dean’s 2011–2012 team recorded its second consecutive Region XXI title this past spring with a two-day total of 638 at Chicopee Country Club. ¶ 2011–2012 team pictured, above, from left: Ove Asendorf ’12, Nate Krieger B.S.’15, Dylan Estrella ’12, Chuck Sullivan ’12, Bryan Contreras ’12, and Coach Jay Leiendecker (not pictured: Andrew Bruso ’12, Mike Gray ’13, Matt Jones ’13, and Matt LaRocca ’12)

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Paying it Forward Throughout Dean’s 147-year history, members of the

College community have responded generously when asked to give back to the College. Faculty, staff, trustees, parents, and, of course, alumni have contributed over the years with gifts of time, talent, and financial support—all of which have helped secure Dean’s legacy as an educational pathway to greater success for our students.

Today, Dean College continues to seek philanthropic leaders who value the mission of our College and who have the means and desire to help write future chapters in Dean’s history. One important and simple way to ensure Dean’s future is by naming Dean College in your will or trust. This will enable you to share your affinity for Dean with future generations.

“As I look back at my time at Dean College, I think often of the friends I made and the wonderful times we had together. I believe that the success I have found in business is directly attributable to the Dean faculty and their willingness to invest countless hours to ensuring that the Dean community, myself included, achieved the highest level of academic success.

As my wife, Donna, and I were completing our estate plan, we thought first of our children, Erica and JohnPaul Jr., but also of Dean College and how we could help to ensure that subsequent generations were afforded the same experience and the same quality of academic achievement that I had.”

—JohnPaul Morales ’85 U nc as ville , CT

A bequest is very easy; it does not affect your current cash or assets. If your circumstances change, a will is quite simple to revise. A bequest gives you the satisfaction that you are leaving a legacy of your gratitude for others to benefit.

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