Albert Ebert, PhG A beloved and internationally recognized pharmacist, Mr. Ebert solicited aid after the college burned to the ground in 1871 during the Great Chicago Fire. His worldwide reputation led to gifts of money and supplies from around the world that allowed the college to reopen quickly.
Ludwig Bauer, PhD A 1951 graduate of the college, Mr. Dickman generously supported the development of facilities and equipment at the college with the establishment of the Robert M. Dickman Endowment for Pharmacy Fund. This fund was crucial in initiating the college’s Rockford Regional Program. Fred Hershenson, BS ’62, PhD ’68, accepted this award, presented by Lee Gardella,BS ’59, PhD ’62, for Dr. Bauer.
Jack Stites, BS A 1952 graduate, Mr. Stites served as the owner and operator of Stites Medicine Shoppe Pharmacies in Macomb, Ill. for 45 years. His legacy continues with the creation of the Margaret Stites Memorial Scholarship, an award for students who demonstrate an interest in drug abuse prevention.
Jane Hsiao, PhD, MBA Upon receiving her PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry from UIC in 1973, Dr. Hsiao’s career highlights include significant entrepreneurial and scientific achievements. She has greatly impacted student lives with the creation of a fund which utilizes UIC faculty to establish a pharmacy education program in Taiwan.
Fred Siegel, PhD A two-time graduate of the college, Dr. Siegel served as a faculty member for nearly 35 years. Dr. Siegel represents the highest caliber of pharmacy education and is one of the most beloved professors in the college’s history. In addition to his service to students, he aided numerous industries as a product development consultant. Bruce Grider, BS ’74, accepted this award, presented by Ed Meyer, BS ’74.
Henri Manasse, PhD Dr. Manasse, a 1968 graduate, served as dean for 12 years. Under his leadership the college experienced significant growth in research and clinical education including the adoption of the entry-level PHarmD curriculum. He eventually would be come the executive vice president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
Hans Vahlteich, PhC, PhG, PhD A two-time graduate of the college, Dr. Vahlteich spent most of his career at Best Foods, Inc. where he patented work that led to the development and acceptance of margarine and mayonnaise. The college’s first ever endowed chair was named in Dr. Vahlteich’s honor by a generous gift from Beverly DeLaney, Dr. Vahlteich’s daughter. Beverly DeLaney accepted this award on behalf of her father.
Dan Nona, PhD A three-time graduate of the college, Dr. Nona was appointed as a faculty member in 1967. After many years at the college, he accepted a position as the executive director of the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education. Dr. Nona’s 25-year service to ACPE witnessed significant leadership and vision, which was noted by him receiving the APhA Remington Honor Medal.
The College of Pharmacy would like to thank the following volunteers and staff for the success of this event: Sesquicentennial Committee Co-Chairs: John DeNardo, BS ’71, MS ’74 • Thomas Temple, BS ’75 Members: Kathy (Schnobrich) Blahunka, BS ’83, PharmD ‘87 • Paul Blahunka, BS ’81, PharmD ’91 • Evelyn Bluhm, PharmD ’99 • Dennis Bryan, BS ’74 • Orysia (Kossak) Cardoso, BS ’68 • Edward Cohen, BS ’75 • Carl Geberbauer, BS ’74 • Connie (Lipinski) Kasprzak, BS ’68, PharmD ’87 • John Kirklys, PharmD ’90 • Ron Koch, BS ’70, PhD ’76 • Scott Meyers, BS ’76 • Ned Milenkovich, PharmD ’97 • Marcia Palmer, PharmD ’00 • Mark Pilkington, BS ’84, MS ’88 • Carl Skrabacz, BS ’65 • Dennis West, BS ’67 • Lee (Larson) West, BS ’68 150th Gala Event Staff: Jan Engle, PharmD ’85, Executive Associate Dean • Deb Fox, Office of Advancement • Nancy Henkel, Consultant • Erin Tolle Link, Office of Advancement • Chris Shoemaker, Office of Advancement • Ben Stickan, Office of Advancement • Mary Walker, Office of Advancement • Jill Wilson, Office of Academic Affairs Volunteers: University of Illinois Alumni Association • Student Alumni League UIC Pharmacist | Winter 2010 | www.uic.edu/pharmacy | 15