Engaging Mind & Spirit 2022-23 Issue 1

Arvid C. Johnson, Ph.D. President

Dear Members of the USF Family,

Welcome to the latest issue of Engaging Mind & Spirit magazine! This publication is one way the University of St. Francis strives to remain connected to you—our alumni, our friends, our parents, our employees, and our supporters—in short, our USF family.

We’re certainly much closer to “back to normal” than we have been for over two years, but the reality of the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic remains with us. Our challenge as a welcoming community of learners is to meet our students where they are and help them reconnect with each other and with the warm, wonderful place that is the University of St. Francis. That is the “feeling of being home” that our students have long described when asked about why they chose USF, and that is a relationship that has been uniquely stressed by the past two years. [At this point, some of you may have noted that the title of this issue’s column is a “riff” on this of sorts… more on this in a bit.]

It’s not just our students that need to reconnect… it’s also each and every one of us, because it is we who build and continue the culture that makes the University of St. Francis so special. We need to ensure that we make extra efforts to reconnect with each other and reinforce and celebrate the good that we do for our students and for each other. Reconnecting can help us reestablish and revitalize the ethic of care that we provide to our students who aspire to serve others on our campus of do-ers, and as alumni and friends of the University, each of you is in a position to help us in that regard. (Indeed, we celebrate one way in which you make this possible in this issue’s Honor Roll of Donors!)

Our Mission

As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit of knowledge, faith, wisdom, and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes reverence for creation, compassion, and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and leadership.

Oh, and what about that “Learning Community of Welcome?” Here, I draw inspiration from a suggestion that Jesuit author Fr. James Martin, S.J.made to our Sr. Mary Elizabeth (“SME”) Imler, OSF at a recent conference at which they both keynoted... maybe what we need to ensure the successful inclusion of all in our increasingly diverse environment is to be a “learning community of welcome!” As we work with our most diverse undergraduate class of all time—with 52% of students identifying as non-Caucasian and 50% the first in their family to attend college—it is important (and completely consistent with our mission) to be a “community of welcome” to these learners.

As Saints United, we continue to realize our mission by putting into practice and living out our Franciscan values of respect, integrity, compassion, and service, and once again, that’s just what this issue of Engaging Mind & Spirit celebrates.

So pour yourself a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy this latest update about what’s happening at your University of St. Francis. Please know that I consider myself incredibly blessed to serve as your president, and even in this tenth year of my service, I promise to continue to work hard—each and every day—to earn the trust that you have placed in me!

Peace and all good things,

“A Learning Community of Welcome”

DR. ELIZABETH MCDERMOTT NAMED INTERIM DEAN OF COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

In June, Dr. Elizabeth McDermott from USF’s English Department was named interim dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. A search for the permanent dean is in progress. McDermott holds degrees from Hope College, Purdue University and the University of Illinois at Chicago. She teaches writing and literature courses as an assistant professor of English and coordinates the annual St. Francis Writers’ Conference.

DIANA ORTEGA NAMED LINCOLN LAUREATE

Diana Ortega was selected as this year’s 48th Student Laureate of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. Student Laureates are honored for their leadership and service in the pursuit of the betterment of humanity and for overall excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities. Ortega is an outstanding senior majoring in History with Secondary Education licensure and is pursuing a Middle School endorsement in science. Ortega will receive a letter of congratulations from the Lincoln Academy, as well as a certificate signed by Governor Pritzker, a medallion, a challenge coin and a monetary grant.

USF AWARDED COMED GRANT TO SUPPORT CODO PRAIRIE RESTORATION

Once covering over 21 million acres, less than 0.1% of Illinois’ native tallgrass prairie remains. A $10,000 matching grant awarded to the University of St. Francis and its “Reestablishing Illinois Prairie Land: Ongoing Tallgrass Prairie Restoration at Charlotte Codo Prairie in Frankfort, IL” project through the ComEd Green Region Grant program looks to reverse that trend.

The Charlotte Codo Prairie, gifted by the Codo family to USF, is a local prairie restoration site approximately 15 miles east of Joliet. The restoration was initiated by the Codo family in 2014 and is maintained by USF today. Currently, this 47-acre property houses 24 acres of restored tallgrass prairie. Tallgrass prairie fields are used by USF faculty and students for research and educational purposes, including studying biological diversity, learning species identification, and contributing to future restoration practices. Codo Prairie is a site of active restoration.

“We plan to expand the acreage of the restored prairie in a multi-year, multi-stage project,” said Chloe Lash, Ph.D., assistant professor of biology at USF and project director for the university’s ComEd Green Region grant. “Seventeen acres of alfalfa field on the property will be the next stage of prairie restoration at Codo. While restoring native tallgrass prairie, we also wish to expand public engagement at Codo,” Lash said.

The project, supported by $10,000 in matching funds by USF, will be pursued in stages.

“This project will not only benefit the USF community, but will engage the broader local community in prairie restoration. USF faculty and students will continue to use Codo Prairie for engagement in scientific research and education. Beyond USF, the Codo Prairie Committee is working on establishing approval processes for research by universities and other scientific groups beyond USF affiliates. We are also working on making Codo Prairie more accessible to the public through community partnerships and long-term plans for the property,” Lash said.

Research students work at The Charlotte Codo Prairie, which continues to be restored by a ComEd grant.

Dr. Elizabeth McDermott

Diana Ortega

JULEE GARD, VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE, NAMED CHICAGO CFO OF THE YEAR FINALIST

Julee Gard, USF vice president for administration and finance, was named one of six finalists in the Large Not-For-Profit Company category of the 2022 Annual Chicago CFO of the Year Awards Program, hosted by the Chicago Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI).

“I am honored and humbled to be named a finalist in the 11th Annual Chicago CFO of the Year Awards. I am incredibly fortunate to be doing work that I love at the University of St. Francis—an organization whose mission and core values ring true to me. None of this would be possible without the group of talented professionals I am fortunate to call my team at USF,” Gard said.

Said Erinn Siegel, senior vice president at Wintrust, who helped lead the nomination effort, “Wintrust is exceptionally proud to partner with Julee Gard and the entire team at the University of St. Francis. Julee’s dedication, diligence, and integrity in her work are evident in everything she does, making her an integral part of the ongoing success at the university. The nomination for CFO of the Year is well-deserved, as the bank recognizes Julee’s strong values, work ethic and decision-making capabilities that help define her as an impactful leader in the USF community.”

USF President Arvid C. Johnson, Ph.D., also sung Gard’s praises.

“Julee is, quite simply, one of the most talented, capable servant-leaders that I have encountered in over 35 years of working in industry (for-profit) and academia (nonprofit). She is incredibly competent—both technically and inter-personally—and precisely the type of leader that higher education, in general, and USF, in particular, need in the 21st century,” said Dr. Johnson. “This is a wonderful affirmation of our most important financial partners’ faith in and respect for Julee. Just being nominated was honor enough, but for Julee to be named a finalist is simply incredible.”

LEACH COLLEGE OF NURSING’S MSN PROGRAM RECOGNIZED BY FORTUNE

The online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program in USF’s Leach College of Nursing was ranked the top in Illinois according to Fortune’s inaugural Best Online Master’s in Nursing (MSN) Programs in 2022. In fact, USF’s MSN program (#29 overall) was one of only two Illinois programs included in Fortune’s 2022 rankings.

“Graduates from USF’s program incorporate their education and research into a practice that is reflective of the dynamic needs of a diverse population. Through that advanced role, they are instrumental in ensuring health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration in their community of practice. Through scientific inquiry and collaborative relationships, the advanced practice nurse continually augments and refines the science of nursing,” said USF Leach College of Nursing dean, Yeijin Yeom, Ph.D., R.N., CNE.

AMBASSADOR DAY 2022

Julee Gard

The University of St. Francis welcomed a wide variety of community leaders, elected officials and university partners to the ninth annual Ambassador Day in mid-October. Event attendees heard the “State of the University” address by USF President Arvid C. Johnson, Ph.D. as they enjoyed breakfast and learned more about the university’s mission and importance of USF within the community.

In Assisi

A reflection on USF’s 2022 pilgrimage to Assisi, Italy, by Lisa Sampalis, vice president for university advancement, on behalf of fellow employee pilgrims Arvid Johnson, Sr. Mary Elizabeth Imler, Erin Evans, Arlene Finkle, Rebecca Fry, Julee Gard, Melinda Hammond, Allison Heard, Annette Jelinek, Christina Kuzava, Brandi Morzuch and Eric Ruiz.

This past May, twelve USF staff members began a journey to Assisi. We explored the land and reflected on the values of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. Our pilgrimage included seven different Franciscan institutions of higher education, and was led by our very own Sr. Mary Elizabeth Imler, OSF (aka, “SME”). Sister Imler describes a pilgrimage as “a prayer on your feet.”

When I joined USF in the spring of 2021, I was looking for an answer to what it means to be “Franciscan.” I even Googled it. I found out that being Franciscan is a mindset. It’s inclusive.

In Assisi, we were encouraged to live simply, and embrace “riposo,” which is the Italian equivalent of a siesta or midday break. St. Francis was known to say, “Where there is peace and meditation, there is neither anxiety nor doubt.” So we were invited to live by the pilgrim’s credo/prayer. [See next page.]

As my fellow pilgrim, Professor Erin Evans from the College of Education, said, “Assisi is more than a place; it is a way of life.” Our pilgrimage is not finished, as Saint Clare reminds us: Look. Gaze. Consider. Contemplate. Imitate.

We recently had a reunion, so to speak, with past pilgrims and included potential future dreamers. It is quite evident how this experience makes real our Franciscan way of being. The benefit seemed obvious as to how this pilgrimage helps strengthen the culture that our peers and students experience, so I hope many more can participate in the years to come.

The University of St. Francis is commited to continuing the tradition of the pilgrimage for USF students and staff. If you are interested in sponsoring a pilgrim, please contact Lisa Sampalis at lsampalis@stfrancis.edu or 815-740-5065.

The Pilgrim’s Credo

I am not in control. I am not in a hurry. I walk in faith and hope. I greet everyone with peace. I bring back only and all that God gives me.

ALUMNI EXHIBIT WORK AT USF ART GALLERY

The University of St. Francis Art Gallery in downtown Joliet exhibited the creative works of USF alumni in September, including Megan Altmyer ‘13, Jessica Baron ‘13, Roger Carlson ‘06, Jessica Cuevas ‘14, Katia Hunt ‘19, Sydney Jarrard ‘19, Christopher Jones ‘15, Dora Moore ‘08, Meghann O’Hara ‘01, Autumn Panzera ‘11, Boris Peshev ‘16, Joe Santillo ‘17, Egzon Shaqiri ‘14, Marguerite Stoiber ‘73, Lauren Tuider ‘20, Odessa Villarreal ‘21 and Ryan Wolfe ‘04. The gallery, located at 25 E. Van Buren Street, is open to the public. Visit stfrancis.edu/ artgallery or contact Jennifer Moore at 815-740-3787 or jmoore@stfrancis.edu for gallery hours or information.

DIANE NILAN ‘73 EDUCATES USF ON HOMELESSNESS

Diane Nilan ‘73, founder of Joliet’s Daybreak Shelter, presented “Shining a Light: What We Need to Know About Family Homelessness” at the University of St. Francis in mid-October. Nilan talked about how she sold her home and possessions to travel and record the stories of poor Americans she encountered for her latest book, “Dismazed and Driven: My Look at Family Homelessness in America.”

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION SERVANT LEADER PROGRAM PRESENTATION & SUITE DEDICATION

USF held an October gathering to share the outcomes and vision of the Servant Leader program in the College of Business & Health Administration with the Board of Trustees, USF Cabinet, and other community members and USF supporters. The celebration included tours of the Servant Leader Suite; a room blessing by Fr. Michael Jenrich, OSF; and remarks from President Arvid C. Johnson, donor Robert Wheeler and student Taylor Petz, current chair of the Servant Leader program.

The program was established by the College of Business & Health Administration to ensure that students live a life full of purpose, thanks to the generous support of Patricia ’67 & Robert Wheeler and the Wheeler Family Foundation. The Wheelers shared the driving force behind the grant and vision for helping the College of Business & Health Administration educate students to become business leaders who understand how to bring their values and faith into their business pursuits.

“We hope the ‘mustard seed’ Pat and I planted will help provide the framework to promote interest and support of this purposeful program,” said Robert Wheeler.

Petz also shared the outcomes of a research project that analyzed data on the impact of the program on the student participants. For more information on the Servant Leader program, contact COBHA Dean Shannon Brown at sbrown1@stfrancis.edu or 815-740-3666.

DONORS ADDRESS NEED FOR ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR WORK SPACE

The university recently dedicated and blessed a renovated main campus suite that now provides much-needed work and meeting space for adjunct instructors. The idea for the project came about organically as Terry D’Arcy, whose mother, Jeanette, is an alumna of the university, toured USF’s main campus in Joliet this summer. Upon seeing the space, which is located on the first floor of Tower Hall and was previously occupied by the university’s graduate admissions team, D’Arcy saw the need for and value of the space and enlisted the support of friend Jeff Kohl of OC Restoration to plan and execute improvements to the area. A special ribbon-cutting ceremony took place in October, followed by tours.

“We are all stewards of what we have been blessed with. Jeff [Kohl] and I feel the same way in that when you see a need, you do what you can to fill it. Even when no one is asking for help and you see that need, sometimes you just step forward and help, which is how this project came about. We are proud to be partners with USF on this,” said D’Arcy.

“It is already being used by adjunct instructors and students as a space to gather and work,” said USF President Arvid C. Johnson, Ph.D. “This is a type of space that many universities don’t offer, so I sincerely thank Sue & Terry D’Arcy and Kaity & Jeff Kohl for their generous gifts that made it possible.”

Diane Nilan ‘73

Alumni Art Exhibit

Homecoming 2022

ALUMNI & DONOR NEWS

2022 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARDS

Each year, USF honors distinguished alumni from the four colleges, as well as a Presidential Alumni Award recipient, selected by USF’s president. Congratulations to all awardees, who were formally recognized in October.

PRESIDENTIAL ALUMNI AWARD: THERESA LEE ‘57

Theresa Lee was born in 1933 in Seoul, Korea. She eventually made her way to the U.S. and obtained a B.A. in Philosophy from then-CSF in 1957, then an M.S. in Psychology from Aurora University in 1972.

Lee worked as project director for Catholic Relief Services in Seoul from 1957-1962. In the aftermath of war, she designed programs to help people who were suffering, including women—many war-widows—and orphans. For women without marketable skills, Lee opened Korea’s first women’s vocational school. For the children who might otherwise be abandoned, Lee started a “Help-a-Child” program.

From 1962-1974, Lee was trained as a nun in Korea and established a foundation there. In 1962, she joined the Poor Clares in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 1969, she began researching potential sites and means of support for a convent in Korea, and in 1972, she and five other nuns traveled to Jeju to found Korea’s first Poor Clares convent.

She later left the convent and used her skills to work for the U.S. Government from 1974-2004. She served four federal agencies—the General Services Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Defense and Department of Labor in Chicago; Washington, D.C.; Dallas and Atlanta. She was first hired as an investigator, then was promoted to supervisor, then manager, and finally became Deputy Director of Operations in Washington. Lee authored “Divided Land,” an autobiography, and “The Painted Skirt.”

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ALUMNI AWARD: FRANK HUETTE ‘93

Frank Huette came to then-College of St. Francis in 1987 with a scholarship to play on the inaugural Saints football team for Gordie Gillespie. A career-ending knee injury took him away from St. Francis for a few years, but he soon returned and was elected president of the Student Government Association in 1991, and graduated in ‘93 with a B.A. in political science.

Huette has lived in Arizona for the last 20 years and is CEO of Liberty Home Products, a specialty fabric company in Phoenix, that manufactures retractable awnings, retractable patio drop screens and custom patio furniture.

A strong believer in a liberal arts curriculum, Huette feels the liberal arts expose individuals to an array of subjects to help them prepare for life: world religion, fine arts, philosophy, writing, music and theater, along with more traditional subjects such as economics, management

and finance. All of these courses helped shape Huette into a wellrounded individual and he feels they provide the educational balance for students to pursue any number of career paths.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION ALUMNI AWARD: DR. DAVID SCHREINER ‘93

David Schreiner is the president and CEO of Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital—an independent, rural health system in Dixon, Illinois. He has held that role since 2011 and has served the hospital since 1989.

Schreiner graduated from USF in 1993 and went on to earn his doctorate in Values-Driven Leadership at Benedictine University. He received the 2006 Excellence in Teaching Award from USF and still serves as an adjunct faculty member in USF’s Health Services Administration program. In 2007, he was named Dixon Citizen of the Year. He has served in many roles with the Illinois Hospital Association and on statewide boards and task forces to address hospital and health care issues. Schreiner also served as Governor of the American College of Healthcare Executives and is a member of the American Hospital Association Small & Rural Governance Council.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION ALUMNI AWARD: DR. LORI MOTSCH ‘99, ‘15

Lori Motsch started as a teacher at St. Jude School in New Lenox, Illinois, and in 1995, was hired to teach in New Lenox School District #122. She obtained a master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from USF in 1999, and completed an administrative certification program at Lewis University in 2001. She went on to serve as an assistant principal at Cherry Hill School, where she supervised the Early Childhood program. In 2005, the district passed a referendum to build three new schools and Motsch was appointed principal of one of them. Her desire to learn and grow led her to USF again to obtain a doctorate in Educational Leadership with superintendent certification.

In 2018, Motsch transitioned from principal to director of personnel, then she was named superintendent in 2020. She says her perspective on leadership was formed through her experiences at USF, where the focus was on servant leadership. She believes the key to leadership is practicing empathy and perspective, which was effective while navigating as a new superintendent during a global pandemic. In addition, surrounding herself with supportive mentors and family members has encouraged her success.

LEACH COLLEGE OF NURSING ALUMNI AWARD: APRIL KUBINSKI ‘08, ‘13

After a successful HR career in a fortune 500 company, April Kubinski, MSN, APRN, FNP-FPA experienced a family tragedy in 2001 that allowed her to witness the health care field firsthand. She decided to obtain a BSN in Nursing at USF, and following graduation, she became an emergency room nurse at McNeal Hospital, where she enjoyed caring for emergency room and trauma patients. During that time, she also found a passion for assisting sexual assault victims and soon joined the board of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in Illinois.

Her experiences in various hospital settings made her realize the level of care and compassion that was lacking due to understaffing and overwhelming wait times. In 2011, she enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at USF and graduated in 2013 with an interest in community urgent care. In 2015, Kubinski and her business partner, Amy Vertin, founded and opened Emediate Cure Quick Care in Joliet. In the following years, a second location opened in Shorewood and a third recently opened in Plainfield.

Kubinski has successfully passed Full Practice Authority for APRNs and continues to give back and support organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Morningstar Mission, and her church. She is a board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters, a member of the Joliet and Shorewood chambers of commerce, and has several professional affiliations including the ANA, AANP, ANCC and UCA.

LEACH COLLEGE OF NURSING ALUMNI AWARD: AMY VERTIN ‘13

Amy Vertin, MSN, FPA, APRN, FNP-C started her nursing career in the emergency room of St. Joseph Hospital in 2004, after graduating with honors from Illinois State University. She loved the fast-paced, unpredictable environment in the emergency room and attributes her future growth to the experience and skills she gained in her 10 years at St. Joe’s. In 2011, Vertin enrolled in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at USF, which set the stage for her future success.

After graduating from USF in 2013, she expanded her clinical experience to include urgent care. She became a certified medical examiner for DOT and a limited license X-ray technician. In 2015, she and her business partner, April Kubinski, founded and opened Emediate Cure Quick Care. Being both nurse practitioners and female business owners, they faced many uphill battles and challenges but ultimately overcame them all and succeeded in opening an additional two locations in seven years.

Vertin was elected and joined the ISAPN board to advocate for nurse practitioner rights in the State of Illinois and successfully helped lobby and pass the law allowing full practice authority for APRN in Illinois. She has accomplished a lot since her graduation from USF and plans to keep growing and paving the way for the next generation of APRNs.

BELOW: The annual awards dinner celebrated award recipients and honored year alumni from the classes of 2017, 2012, 2007, 2002, 1997, 1992, 1987, 1982, 1977, 1972 and before. 50th reunion alumnae were recognized and inducted into USF’s Assisian Club.

Generous support from the following donors between June 1, 2021-May 31, 2022 enabled the University of St. Francis to advance its mission, vision and goals.

USF SOCIETY

Gifts of $1,000 and above annually qualify for membership in the USF Society, the University of St. Francis’ annual giving society.

Lifetime USF Society Member $100,000+ Those who have given lifetime cumulative gifts of over $100,000.

USF Society Service & Leadership Circle $100,000+

USF Society Founders’ Circle $50,000-$99,999

USF Society President’s Circle $25,000–$49,999

USF Society Francis & Clare Circle $10,000–$24,999

USF Society Assisian Circle $5,000–$9,999

USF Society Brown & Gold Circle $1,000–$4,999

Francis Fund

Up to $999

Every attempt was made to ensure the accuracy of this listing. If there is an error or omission, please contact University Advancement at 815-740-3610.

LIFETIME USF SOCIETY MEMBERS

THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN LIFETIME CUMULATIVE GIFTS OF OVER $100,000.

Anonymous

Mr. Don Anderson*

Ms. N. Jeanne Anderson* ‘68

Mrs. Joyce (Maryanowich) Anglemire* ‘62

Arthur J. Schmitt Foundation

Associated Colleges

AT & T

Mrs. Jo Ann (McDonald) Barber ‘52

Barnes & Noble at St. Francis

Mr. & Mrs. George Barr Dr. Noel Bass

Mr. and Mrs. William J. Bellah ‘82 (Patricia Banks ‘83)

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Benoit (Margaret Kennedy ‘69)

Mr. & Mrs. Jay D. Bergman

Mrs. Sharon Blessent*

Mr. and Mrs. George R. Block ‘79

BMO Harris Bank

Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Brennan ‘81

Mr.* and Mrs.* LaVerne S. Brown

Mr. and Mrs DeWitt Buchanan ‘89 (Karen M. Hammond ‘89)

Ms. Helen Burst*

Carolyn L. and Bart T. Murphy Foundation

Mr. Robert Carr Caterpillar, Inc.

Chase

Mr. Richard L. Chavez

Mr. and Mrs. Norman Codo (Charlotte Codo ‘74)

Commonwealth Edison Council of Independent Colleges

Crane Composites/Crane Fund for Widows and Children

Mr. and Mrs. Terrence D’Arcy D’Arcy Motors

Mrs. Joan (Ryan) Danielson* ‘46

Department of Health and Human Services

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dollinger Federal Express Corp.

Fifth Third Bank

First Midwest Bank Fore-Christ, Inc.

Franciscan Learning Center

Give Something Back Foundation, Inc.

Mrs. Carol Gosselin

Grant’s Appliances Electronics and More

Mr. and Mrs. Cyril W. Habiger (Diane Felbinger ‘77)

Harrah’s Joliet Casino Hotel Health Resources & Service Administration

Henry Bros. Co.

Mr. and Mrs. Scott W. Holdman ‘01

Hollywood Casino Mr. Wayne Huffman* Illinois Board of Higher Education Dr. and Mrs. Arvid Johnson Mr. W. Starr Johnston*

Kresge Foundation Mr. Dave Laketa ‘90

Mr. John H.* and Cecily* Leach Leach Nursing Scholarship Trust Mrs. Marcita Ley*

Lilly Endowment, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Mallof Mr. and Mrs John T. Manner and Mr. William Manner Mr. William Manner ‘96

McCormick Trust Miscellaneous/Anonymous

Estate of Harold and Margaret (Donovan) Moser* ‘36 Mrs. Carolyn (Tomecek) Murphy ‘65 Miss Loretta (Meyer) Murphy* ‘34

National Science Foundation

Northern Illinois Steel Supply Company

Mrs. Shirley Oberwortmann*

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Obrochta*

Office Justice Programs

Robert and Patricia Wheeler Family Foundation

Robert W. Plaster Foundation

Mrs. Evelyn Rowland*

Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Ruth ‘82

Mr.* and Mrs. James P. Sczepaniak (Frances Tures Naal ‘58)

Dr. and Mrs. Jerome Sickley* (Margaret C. Schmitt* ‘48)

Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate

Mrs. Vera Smith*

Mrs. Jane (Engleton) Snyder* ‘35

Dr. M. Therese Southgate* ‘48

State Of Illinois

TelecomPioneer—Illinois

Chapter 1

The Retirement Research Foundation

Ms. Cecilia A. Trizna-Vargo ‘59

Mr. Frank J. Turk Sr.*

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vana Virginia J. Saxon Scholarship Fund

Mr.* and Mrs Brent H. Wadsworth

Wadsworth Golf Construction Company

Mrs. Frances B. (Bergold) Waranius ’53*

Mrs. Eileen C. Webb*

Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Wheeler (Patricia S. Sexton ‘67)

Wintrust Commercial Banking

Mr. and Mrs. Leon A. Wirt

Mr. Robert Wysocki

USF SOCIETY

2021-2022 ANNUAL GIVING

SERVICE & LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $100,000+

Mr. and Mrs. William J. Bellah ‘82 (Patricia Banks ‘83)

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Benoit (Margaret Kennedy ‘69)

Mrs. Sharon Blessent* Health Resources & Service Administration

Illinois Board of Higher Education National Science Foundation Robert and Patricia Wheeler Family Foundation

FOUNDERS CIRCLE $50,000-99,999

Arthur J. Schmitt Foundation State Of Illinois

Virginia J. Saxon Scholarship Fund

Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Wheeler (Patricia S. Sexton ‘67)

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $25,000-$49,999

Associated Colleges

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dollinger

Eisenbrandt Family Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Arvid Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne G. Klasing (Barbara Franey ‘64)

Leach Nursing Scholarship Trust Ms. Theresa Lee ‘57 Miss Rose Mancuso* Office Justice Programs

Mr. James Sefcik Jr.

Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate

FRANCIS & CLARE CIRCLE $10,000-$24,999

Barnes & Noble at St. Francis

Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Brennan ‘81 Dr. and Mrs. William Carroll

Ms. Margaret Cockbill ‘62

Council of Independent Colleges

Mr. and Mrs. Terrence D’Arcy D’Arcy Motors

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. DeMint (Judith Pavell ‘60)

Mrs. Alice (Zubek) Dutka ‘61

Google, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Cyril W. Habiger (Diane Felbinger ‘77)

Mr. and Mrs. Scott W. Holdman ‘01

Mr. William Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Mallof

Mr. Ryan Marks

Dr. Cheryl ‘86 and Mr. Kevin McCarthy

Ms. Candice (Polovina) Rosen ‘88 Mr. Lawrence Wiers

Wintrust Commercial Banking

ASSISIAN CIRCLE

$5,000-9,999

Mr. Anthony Arellano

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Bergman

Mr. Michael Bily (Christy L. Ford ‘19)

Busey Bank

Country Financial County of Will

Mr. Scott Crowther Sr.

Ms. Betty Czuchra ‘64, ‘86

Mr. Edward Gosselin

Mr. Jack Hermanski

Hollywood Casino Sr. Mary Elizabeth Imler, OSF

Interstate Batteries of Southwest Chicago

Mr. Dave Laketa ‘90

Mr. and Mrs.* John T. Manner and Mr. William Manner

Mr. Vincent K. McGirr

Ms. Frances Tures Naal ‘58

Northern Trust

Dr. and Mrs. John C. Orr (Madonna Plese ‘56)

Mr. Jose Paramo ‘94, ‘12

Mr. Victor Patterson ‘03

Pepsi-Cola

Mr. David Plese

Mr. Justin Ponquinette

Mr. John Przybyla ‘92

Quest Food Management Services

Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Randich ‘79 (Ann Reedy ‘80)

Mr. Michael Rittof

Sentinus, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Sharp ‘97, ‘01

Mr. Edward Sterling

Dr. Daniel Streitz

Ms. Kathleen P. Sullivan ‘95

Mr. Michael Turk

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel T. Vogen ‘93 (Tracey L. Carmack ‘92)

Mr. Jason Whiteside ‘00

BROWN & GOLD CIRCLE

$1,000-4,999

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Adler ‘80

Adler Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.

Advanced Autosports

Archer Highland Post No. 698—

The American Legion

Mrs. Sharon (Coonan) Asher ‘70

Autobahn Country Club

Mrs. Jo Ann (McDonald) Barber ‘52

Mr. Dean Bartolini

(Rachael A. Marks ‘00, ‘05)

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Basso

Bishops Hill Winery

Mr. George Black

Ms. Mary Kay (Softcheck) Blake ‘70

Mr. and Mrs. George R. Block ‘79

Mr. Drew Bradle ‘02

Mrs. Lyndean Brick

Ms. Marilyn Brown

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bryant ‘83

Mrs. Joyce (Piggush) Burdge ‘69

Dr. Patricia (Forsythe) Campbell ‘70

Campbell Photography

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Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. McCafferty (Carol Ann Ardaugh ‘65)

Michael McCann

Mrs. Geraldine (Jordan) McCarney ‘52

Mrs. Elizabeth McCarthy ‘90

Ms. Mary McCarthy ‘04

Dr. Patricia McClintock ‘93, ‘02

Dr. William McConnell ‘99, ‘03

Mr. Earl McCoy ‘00

Ms. Danielle McDermott ‘03

Dr. Elizabeth McDermott

McDonald’s—Cam and Gail Kennedy

Mrs. Alice (Ahler) McEwen ‘82

John McGinty

Mr. Michael McGowan ‘01

Mrs. Patricia (Cummings) McGrath ‘87

Ms. Mary Ann McGuire ‘89

Dr. Terrance P. McGuire and Ms. Kathleen J. McGowan

Senator and Mrs. Patrick McGuire ‘87

Mrs. Laurene (Hanlon) McHatton ‘71

Ms. Hannah McLaughlin ‘20

Mrs. Gerri (Rzansa) McMahon ‘62

Mrs. Jackie (Costello) McTee ‘65

Ms. Darla Medernach ‘80

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Meehan ‘80 (Joan M. Travers ‘80, ‘04)

Mrs. Sharon (Chmielewski) Melko ‘69

Ms. Karen Mellon ‘78

Mrs. Mary Ellen (Tatro) Mendoza ‘76 Mrs. Nancy (Schwarz) Merrill ‘63

Ms. Roberta Messer ‘86

Mr. Robert Meyer ‘08

Mr. Leo Michalak

Mickey’s Tire & Service, Inc.

Midwest Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.

Midwest Property Development LLC Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc.

Mrs. Regina Miguel ‘87

Mr. and Mrs. Ken Mihelich Ms. Sue Mihelich

Mrs. Sandra Mikso ‘03, ‘05

Mr. and Mrs. John R. Mikula (Sharon Bedford ‘82) Mr. Michael Mikuska Ms. Leslie Millenson Ms. Yvonna Miller ‘16 Mrs. Meghan Milnes ‘09 Mrs. Cindy Milton ‘06

Mrs. Linda (Quartuccio) Milzarek ‘65 Mr. John Misak

Mr. James Mitchell Dr. Judith Mitchell

Ms. Marlene Mitzner

Ms. Paula (Felbinger) Molinaro ‘68

Momentum Dance Studio Mrs. Amy Moore Mr. Mark Moore

Moore Glass, Inc.

Ms. Linda Morganson ‘05 Mr. Donald Morin ‘75 Mrs. Brandi Morzuch

Ms. Tammy Moseley ‘98

Mr. Scott Moses Dr. Lori Motsch ‘99, ‘16

Mr. Submarine

Mrs. Rebecca (Daugherty) Muhs ‘88

Mr. Kevin Mundo ‘93

Ms. Laura Munoz ‘16 and Ms. Princess S. Clemente ‘14, ‘16 Dr. Madonna M. Murphy

Mr. Ronald Myers

Mr. John Naal ‘88

Mrs. Margaret Naal Underwood Mrs. Jennifer Nally ‘01, ‘05

Mr. Andrew Nelson ‘08

Dr. Catherine Nelson

Ms. Celeste Nelson ‘71

Mr. Norm Nemanich ‘90 (Mary T. Tekel ‘91)

Mr. Louis Nettelhorst

Mrs. Beth (Thornton) Nettles ‘96

Ms. Margaret Neumann

Mrs. Sherene Nicolai ‘03, ‘06

Mrs. Margaret (Tully) Nicosia ‘81

Mrs. Barbara (Veverka) Nielson ‘64

Mrs. Jeanne Niliaram ‘07, ‘08

Mrs. Pamela (Kolada) Nogal ‘68 Ms. Beverly Nolan Mr. Michael Nolan

Mr. and Mrs. David W. Norman (Sandra M. Mule’ ‘89)

Mrs. Jeanette Normandt ‘85 Mrs. Esther (Heimann) Norrenberns ‘59

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Nosal (Mary Jo Kelly ‘88)

Mr. Ronald Novak ‘77

Mrs. Janet (Schroeder) Novotny ‘67 Ms. Nichole Nyalka ‘16

Mr. William O’Brien ‘02 Mrs. Marcia (Real) O’Connell ‘57

Ms. Lorrie O’Connor ‘66 Ms. Maureen O’Conor Mrs. Linda O’Donnell ‘05 Mrs. Mathilde Ohl ‘90 Ms. Lauren O’Keeffe ‘14

Old Plank Trail Community Bank Mrs. Marcia (Halloran) O’Neal ‘69 Dr. Kent Oots ‘78

Mr. Vic Orler

Mr. Steven Osborn ‘85

Dr. Mary Oskvarek ‘89, ‘11, ‘18 Ms. Whitney O’Sullivan ‘13, ‘19 Mr. William Otis

Mr. Richard Ott

Dr. Carol (Veverka) Overman ‘63

Ms. Holly Paino

Mrs. Maria Palaszynski ‘04

Mrs. Sharon Palmer ‘94, ‘97

Pam’s Academy of Dance Inc. Mrs. Kelsey (Castanier)

Panico ‘11, ‘15

Mrs. Carol (Brett) Pankau* ‘53

Mr. Robert Paprockas

Mr.* and Mrs. Harold D. Partain (Joyce A. Crader ‘76)

Mr. Jesus Partida ‘92, ‘96

Dr. and Mrs. Frank Pascoe Ms. Kelli Pasley ‘19

Mr. Charles Passo Jr. Mr. Chris Passo

Mrs. Mary (Tierney) Pazin ‘71 Ms. Diane Pedersen

Mrs. Beth (Butcher) Pekala ‘99

Mr. and Mrs. L. Scott Pekol ‘99 (Jeana R. Carrico ‘00)

Ms. Diane Peltzer ‘87

Ms. Kelly Perez

Mr. Peter Perry*

Perry Brown Plumbing and Heating, Inc.

Personalized Performance, LLC

Mrs. Elizabeth (Wubben) Peters ‘02 Mr. Donald Peterson

(Rae Marie Nagel ‘69)

Ms. Patricia Peterson ‘95

Mrs. Janine (Liptak) Petric ‘73

Mrs. Catherine (Schramm) Pfister ‘56

Mr. Thomas Piasecki ‘04

Mrs. Sandra Piatak ‘87

Piazza & Mannerino Masonry Mr. Jason Pilon ‘00

Ms. Virginia (Cronin) Pitts ‘54

Ms. Wendy Piwnicki ‘03

Mrs. Barbara Pizzo ‘11

PlanPILOT

Mr. Kenneth Plese

Mr. George Pobuda

Mrs. Jennifer Polka ‘06

Ms. Penny Poninski

Mrs. Caroline Portlock ‘02, ‘04

Ms. Corinn Posteluk

Dr. Nancy* (Papesh ‘72) and Mr. Stanley Potempa

Mr. and Mrs. John W. Pour Prairie Investment Advisors

Sr. Lois Prebil, OSF ‘61

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Price Project Acclaim Provasc, LTD.

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel P. Pruss (Shirley Wilson ‘76)

Mr. Edward Przyzycki ‘95

Mr. Jason Puccini ‘97

Mr. Jonathan Punke ‘20

Pyrotechnic Display, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Qualio (Stephanie ‘05)

Sr. Peggy Quinn, OSF R&R Orthodontics LLC

R. Berti Building Solutions

Dr. Shamsu Raheem

Mr. Alan Randolph ‘07

Ms. Kathleen (Bolte) Randolph ‘69 Rathbun Cservenyak & Kozol, LLC

Dr. Clarence Red III (Linzette M. Red ‘01, ‘19)

Ms. Emily Redlich ‘14

Mrs. Rosemary (Lamb) Reed ‘67

Mrs. Mary (Devine) Reiter ‘73

Mr. Raymond Renkosik ‘80

Mr. Harold Reuvers

Mr. Jeffrey Rezek

Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Riccetti (Shirley A. Burzawa ‘61)

Mrs. Mary (White) Rice ‘60 Ms. Elvia Rickmon

Mrs. Adrijana Riedel ‘13

Mrs. Brianne (Hougas) Riley ‘03

Mr. John Riordan

Mrs. Kathleen Ritzman ‘96, ‘04

Mr. and Dr. Jerome P. Rivette, Jr. ‘10 (Melissa A. Rivette ‘07, ‘14)

Mr. Philip Rizzo ‘13

Mrs. Mary Lou (Bost) Roberts ‘82

Mrs. Katie (Thayer) Rodriguez ‘15

Mrs. Patricia (Dunne) Roe ‘58

Mrs. Susan (Doyle) Rogina ‘94, ‘99

Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet

Mr. James Roolf

Ms. Brenda Rosales ‘17

Mr. J.D. Ross

Mrs. Mary Beth Ross ‘00

Mr. William Rousonelos

Mrs. Mary Kay (Walter) Rowe ‘69 Dr. Sudipta Roy

Mr. James Royalty Jr. ‘00, ‘02 Mr. James Rozanski Mrs. Celeste (Blaskievich)

Rudman ‘61

Ruettiger, Tonelli & Associates, Inc. Mrs. Jeanine Ruggeri ‘10

Mr. and Mrs. William E. Ruhaak Mr. and Mrs. Eric A. Ruiz ‘07, ‘09 (Jennifer Horn ‘10, ‘13)

Ms. MaryAnn Russ ‘73 Ms. Lori Russ ‘95, ‘21 Dr. Saundra Russell-Smith ‘18 Dr. and Mrs.* Michael George Ryan (Paula T. Krzicnik ‘61)

S&J Door, Inc.

Mrs. Mary Ann (Meehan) Sabatini R.N. ‘95 Mrs. Sheila (Caddigan) Saccomanno ‘74

Mrs. Therese (Klawitter) Safavi ‘70 Saint Bernard Catholic Church of Joliet

Ms. Joyce Sala ‘70

Mr. James Salvatore Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Sampalis Ms. Elena Sampalis

Mrs. Therese Sanborn ‘02 Mr. Antonio Sanchez ‘85 Ms. Fernanda Sandoval ‘21 Ms. Lisa Sawin ‘91 Mr. Brad Schaffer Mr. Edward Schaffer Mrs. Carol (Lewicki) Schaffer ‘79 Ms. Karen Scherer ‘09, ‘13 Ms. Sharon Schneider ‘86 Mr. Michael Schroeder ‘13 Adam Schwarzentraub

Ms. Margaret M. Schwiesow ‘63, ‘80

Mrs. Mary Patrice (Crane) Scully ‘70 Ms. Mary Louise Sejda ‘78

Mrs. Maria-Grazia (Harden) Selzer ‘96 Mr. and Mrs. Gerald M. Selzer

Mr. Matthew Senffner Dr. Janet L. Seper ‘87 & Dr. Charles Beckenstein

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Sepulveda (Mary M. Kroeger ‘03)

Mrs. Margaret (Busca) Sevening ‘65

Ms. Deanna Severson

Mr. Thomas Sforza Jr. ‘22

Mr. Martin Shanahan Jr., J.D. ‘94 (Gabriella L. Shanahan ‘12, ‘15)

Ms. Carol Sheetz ‘18, ‘19, ‘21

Dr. Catherine Shelton

Mr. Lawrence Sheppard

Mr. and Mrs. James Sherek (Murtice C. Sherek ‘83)

Ms. Alicia Shutack MHA ‘95

Mrs. Margaret (Quinn) Siefert ‘73

Mrs. Jeanne Sierka ‘92

Signature Transportation Group LLC Sikich LLP

Mr. Daniel Simmons ‘20

Mrs. Paulette (Coons) Simmons ‘71, ‘90

Mrs. Carol Simpson ‘94

Mr. Keith Sincak ‘97

Mrs. Noralee (Lyons) Singer ‘71 Mrs. Mary (McCoy) Sisley-Shuker ‘76 Sisters of St. Francis Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Cross

Mr. Thomas Skovran Ms. Linda Skuban ‘75

Mrs. Nancy (Ward) Skuta ‘58

Mr. Richard Sleckman

Mrs. Nancy Slimak ‘92

Ms. Sandra Sloka ‘06

Ms. Martika Small ‘17

Ms. April Smith ‘99

Ms. Elizabeth Smith

Ms. Rebecca Smith ‘14

Mr. Robert Smith

Mrs. Dolores (Grenchik) Smolen ‘50 Mrs. Mary K. Solon-Goers ‘73

Sooper Lube

Dr. Vilaylack Soulivong ‘09, ‘10, ‘19, ‘20 Mrs. Holly Souza ‘06, ‘11 Mrs. Sharon Spagnola ‘94 Mrs. Joanne (Fugiel) Spang ‘69 Mrs. Elizabeth (Berg) Spannraft ‘81 Mr. and Mrs. David D. Spesia ‘05, ‘08 Mr. Paul Spiezio ‘82 Mrs. Rita (Riordan) Spindler ‘82 Mrs. Barbara (Brausch) Sprenger ‘63 Mrs. Terri (Grossen) Sprout ‘91 St. Mary Magdalene Church Mrs. Adrienne (Lessard) Stack ‘92 Mrs. Margaret (Glos) Stancel ‘68 Mrs. Janice (Jaksetich) Staniszewski ‘70 Mr. James Stein

Mrs. Carmeen (Blasey) Steiner ‘61 Mr. Erik Sternisha ‘03 Mrs. Jo Anne (Donnelly) Sternisha ‘71

Mr. and Mrs. Larry T. Stevenson (Birdella A. Daily ‘66) Mrs. Marilyn (Laverty) Stewart ‘65

Ms. Linda Sticklen

Mrs. Carol (Roof) Stiff ‘84

Mrs. Marcia (Wunder) Stilwell ‘76

Mr. Gary Stiteley

Mrs. Marguerite (Veras) Stoiber ‘73

Mr. Michael Strasser ‘94

Dr. Mark Streitz ‘85

Mrs. Marian Stromquist ‘75

Mrs. Dianne Stuckey-Smith

Ms. Heidi Stukel ‘02

Mr. Charles Sullivan

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Sullivan (Margaret Bacon ‘96) Dr. Peter Sullivan ‘15 Ms. Susan Sullivan ‘71

Sumbaum Cycle

Surgical Care Affiliates

Mrs. Tara Sweeney ‘11

Mr. James Swicionis ‘93

Mrs. Mary Grace (Morrotto) Szczypta ‘67

Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Szoke ‘78 (Donna M. Musich ‘80, ‘04)

Mrs. Karen (Loftus) Szukalski ‘94

T & D Bowling Specialist, LTD

Ms. Sandra Tacelosky RN ‘86

Ms. Hannah Tadey ‘17

Mr. Craig Taheny (Jessica L. Conte ‘13, ‘20)

Ms. Rosann (Misuraca) Taylor ‘72

Mr. Allen Thayer Sr.* Thayer Brothers Deli

The Flooring Guys

The Home Depot Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Thormeyer ‘96, ‘97, ‘05 (Theresa Tierney ‘01)

Mr. Brian Tirol

Titan Construction Enterprise, Inc. Mrs. Patricia Tomac

Mr. Arthur Tonelli (Florence Moore ‘60) Mr. Rodney Tonelli

Mrs. Marguerite Tortorello Mrs. Karen Towns ‘03

Ms. Erica Tozer ‘20

Troy Education Association Mr. Stephen Tures

Mr. Thomas Turigliatto ‘84

Mr. and Mrs. Mark L. Turk (Celeste Konecny ‘65)

Mr. Michael Turk

Ms. Terri Tyner ‘73

Mr. Anthony Tyus ‘78

Mr. and Mrs. James A. Ullian (Kathleen Tadey ‘74)

Ms. Cheryl Urbaniak ‘97

Mr. Gino Vaccarella ‘19

Mrs. Joann (Franey) Van Antwerp ‘56

Mr. and Mrs. Virgilio Victa

Mrs. Loreen (Hildy) Vlk ‘71

Mr. and Mrs. George Voitik

Ms. Marie (Schuch) Wagner R.N. ‘87

Ms. Mary Wahlbeck

Mrs. Diane Walker ‘92

Mrs. Kelly (Douglas) Walker ‘84, ‘06

Ms. LaDonna Walker ‘15

Ms. Twanna Walker

Mr. and Mrs. Shawn T. Walsh ‘00 (Amy ‘03)

Ms. Nicole Walus ‘17

Ms. Jodi Wartenberg

Ms. Tanya Washington ‘19, ‘20, ‘21

Mrs. Anne (Brady) Watson ‘87

Mr. Robert Watson

Mrs. Phyllis (Schultz) Wear ‘75

Ms. Ashley Webb ‘13, ‘17

Mrs. Brianna Webb ‘20, ‘22 (Ryan J. Webb ‘21)

Mr. Patrick Webb Jr.

Mr. Thomas Weigel (Nancy K. Krueger ‘71)

Mr. Brian Welsh

Ms. Patricia Welsh

Ms. Virginia Wessling ‘81

Mr. Daniel Whalen

Mrs. Linda Wheeler ‘98 Dr. Lisa White-McNulty

Mr. Grant Whybark ‘12, ‘13 (Andrea N. Phelps ‘14)

Mrs. Marjorie (Freiburg) Wiemels ‘60

Ms. Brenda Williams ‘87, ‘94

Mr. Jason Williams

Ms. Melva Williams ‘92

Mrs. Patricia Williams ‘79

Ms. Mary Jo Willis ‘70

Mr. Timothy Wills ‘92

Ms. Louise Wilmot ‘91

Mrs. Judith (Kollar) Wisinski ‘69

Mr. Eric Wittekiend ‘91

Mrs. Jeana Witty (Gerald J. Witty ‘81)

Mrs. Katlyn Wojcicki ‘11

Mr. Michael Wojcik

Mr. Steven Wojcik ‘12

Mrs. Kathryn (Russell) Wood ‘93 (Donald C. Wood ‘93)

Mrs. Donna Woodling ‘09

Mr. Jeremy Woolman ‘96

Mrs. Judith Wright ‘81

Mr. Jeffrey Wynne ‘07

Ms. Donna Wysock ‘75

Ms. Pauline Yatsko ‘53

Mrs. Karleen (Meents) Yohnka ‘70

Mr. Adam Yost ‘12

Mr. Herman Yost

Sr. Mary Jo Young, OSF, Ph.D. ‘66

Ms. Margaret Zak ‘96

Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Zech, Jr. (Paula Martin ‘92)

Mrs. Nancy Zier

Mrs. Alice (Breen) Zilly ‘64

Ms. Bettylou Zmudka ‘04

Ms. Jeanene Zuffa

Mr. David Zukoski

THREE OAKS Legacy Society

Three Oaks Legacy Society members support the university’s mission and vision by including the University of St. Francis in their estate and financial plans. These legacy gifts ensure that countless students will benefit from the gift for years to come. Benefits to being a member of the Three Oaks Society include:

» The satisfaction of knowing that your legacy will provide much needed support for the university and its students.

» Special recognition, including a certificate which can be proudly displayed at home or at the office.

» Invitations to the university’s special USF Society events.

To learn how you can leave a legacy at USF, visit stfrancis.giftplans.org or contact Kim Kalafut, director of the annual fund, at 815-740-3610 or kkalafut@stfrancis.edu.

Anonymous Donors ’49, ’52, ’56, ’61, ’61, ’61, ’62, ’63, ’65, ’66, ’68, ’68, ’69, ’71, ’74, ’81, ’92, ’94, ’06, ’09, ’10, ’19, ‘20 Mr. Thomas B. Adams

Mrs. Marilyn (Schmotzer) Auth* ‘48 Mrs. Jo Ann (McDonald) Barber ‘52 Mr. Alfred H. Baye

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Benoit (Margaret Kennedy ’69)

Mrs. Kay (Cox) Bissonnette ‘46 Ms. Mary Kay (Softcheck) Blake ‘70 Mr.* and Mrs. Eugene P. Blessent Mr. and Mrs. George R. ‘79 and Regina Block Mrs. Marlene (Stepaniak) Bremmer ‘59 Mr. Richard L. Chavez

Mrs. Sally (Terman) Cohan ‘71 Mrs. Marcy (Moloney) Cromley ‘68 Ms. Mary C. Cushing Mr.* and Mrs. John W. D’Arcy (Jeanette O’Donnell ’49)

Mr. and Mrs. Peery Duderstadt (Mary Ann Bonkowski ’68) Mrs. Ardith (Davis) Efner ‘70 Mr. and Mrs. Dick Engen (Lynn Skaggs ’83)

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Fellbaum Mr. Michael Grove ‘81

Dr. Gail (Scholtes) ’61 and Mr. William Jamieson

Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Juster (Mary Lou Lechowich ’66)

Mr. and Mrs. John S. Kender (Carol Vischak ’67)

Mrs. Dolores (Torres) Kenney ‘56 Ms. Liesel E. Kossman ’77, ‘85

Mr. John H.* and Cecily* Leach

Mr. Harold Lindstrom Jr. Miss Rose E. Mancuso*

Mrs. Anna Louise Masching ‘46

Mr. Vincent K. McGirr

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Moore

Dr. Mary Jo Moran ‘69

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Murphy (Marianne Herringer ’62)

Mrs. Frances (Tures) Naal ’58

Mrs. Esther (Heimann) Norrenberns ‘59

Mr. and Mrs. John H. Peifer (Margaret Connor* ’61)

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ross (Mary Cushing ’57)

Mr. and Mrs. Francisco Samame (Nancy Barragan ’60)

Mr. and Mrs. David Sandahl (Marcille Pasdertz ’67)

Ms. Marlene A. Skau ‘98

Mrs. Carolyn A. Steck ‘62

Ms. Cheryl (Schroeder) Stepney ‘70

Ms. Cecilia A. Trizna-Vargo ‘59

Mr. and Mrs. Mark L. Turk (Celeste Konecny ’65)

Mr. Duane R. Walker (MaryAnne Krawchuck* ’70)

Mr. James E. Walsh (Donna M. Kaminiski* ’64)

Dr. Matthew E. Wetstein ’85

Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Wheeler (Patricia Sexton ’67)

Mrs. Marjorie F. (Freiburg) Wiemels ‘60

Mrs. Margie (Benoit) Wilson* ‘45

Mrs. Lee Ann (Heidenbluth) Wozniak ‘45

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS

Mary Catherine Ward Abegg Endowed Scholarship

Phyllis & Buel T. Adams Endowed Scholarship

Donald C. Anderson and William W. Manion Endowed Scholarship

Harold and Joyce Anglemire Endowed Scholarship

William and Jean Anson Endowed Scholarship

JoAnn (McDonald) Barber ’52 Endowed Scholarship

Barr Foundation Endowed Scholarship

Margaret (Kennedy) ’69 and William C. Benoit Endowed Scholarship

Jennifer K. Bily Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Lloyd J. Bowden Endowed Scholarship

LaVerne S. & Dorothy M. Brown Endowned Scholarship

Helen Antonini-Bruskas ’64 Endowed Scholarship

Kimberly and Michael Bryant Endowed Scholarship

Helen M. Burst Endowed Scholarship

Joseph and Angeline Bydalek Endowed Scholarship

William and Marieta Carroll International Student Scholarship

Richard L. Chavez Endowed Scholarship

Richard Cheek Endowed Scholarship

Ed and Margaret Chmielewski Basketball Scholarship

Jason Chonacki ’90 Endowed Scholarship

Charlotte Codo ‘74 Endowed Scholarship

Margaret Coleman and John Philip Coleman Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Amy Lynn D’Amico ’98 Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Eisenbrant Family Nursing Scholarship

Jonathan E. Ellis Scholarship

Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart Endowed Scholarship

Patricia Getson Endowed Scholarship

Gordie Gillespie Memorial Scholarship

Shawn Green Memorial Scholarship

Nancy K. Gosselin Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Samantha Harer Memorial Scholarship

Annalise Hathaway ‘12 Endowed Scholarship

Sheldon and Marie Hauck Endowed Scholarship

Charlene M. Huffman Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Sonja Jezidija Endowed Scholarship

Starr Johnston Endowed Scholarship Fund

Dr. Karen Kietzman ’66 Endowed Scholarship for Music and Theater

Barbara & Wayne Klasing Endowed Scholarship

Dave Laketa Athletic Scholarship

Dr. Michael V. LaRocco Endowed Scholarship

John and Cecily Leach Endowed Scholarship

Marcita and Joseph A. Ley Endowed Scholarship

Bill Manner Student-Athlete Endowed Scholarship

Dr. James P. McCabe Memorial Scholarship

Rachel and Harold McDonald Memorial Scholarship

Vincent McGirr Endowed Scholarship

Jean Miles ’40 and Nan Miles ‘47 Endowed Scholarship

Mona Minard-Stephen Endowed Scholarship

Carolyn and Bart Murphy Endowed Scholarship

Frances Naal-Sczepaniak ‘58 Endowed Scholarship

Dale G. Nicholson Memorial Scholarship

Mary Norris Endowed Scholarship

Kathy Patton Oelrich Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Sheryl (Kocher) Paul ‘70 Endowed Scholarship

Christine Poole Ponquinette Endowed Memorial Scholarship

Sister Joan Preising Endowed Scholarship

Sophia A. Rados Endowed Scholarship

Joan Nahas Ramuta Computer Science Scholarship

Remco Medical Endowed Scholarship

Candice Rosen Endowed Scholarship

Ross Excellence in Education and Service Scholarship

Dr. Ivo E. and Evelyn Rowland Endowed Scholarship

Nancy J. Russell Endowed Scholarship

Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Endowed Scholarship

Virginia J. Saxon Trust for Scholarships

Sister Beatrice Schiller Endowed Scholarship

Mary Clare (Gordon ’57) Sczepaniak Endowed Scholarship

James R. Sefcik Endowed Scholarship

Margaret “Peggy” (Schmitt ’48) Sickley Endowed Scholarship

Sister Rosemary Small Endowed Franciscan Values Award

Arthur and Vera Smith Endowed Scholarship

Virgil L. Smith Endowed Scholarship

Jane Engleton Snyder ’35 Endowed Scholarship

Clair and Josephine M. Southgate Endowed Scholarship

Spirit of St. Francis Endowed Scholarship

Patrick J. Sullivan Endowed Scholarship

Dr. Billie Terrell Multicultural Endowed Scholarship

Trizna/Vargo Family Endowed Scholarship

Rita (Baranowski) Tylka ‘60 Endowed Scholarship

Lillian M. Tunze Scholarship Endowed Fund

Michael J. Vinciguerra Endowed Scholarship

The Wadsworth Endowed Scholarship

Walter-Rowe Endowed Scholarship

Packey and Eileen Webb Endowed Scholarship

Frank P. Weberg History Award

Lawrence W. Wiers Endowed Scholarship

Jeanette A. Wirt Endowed Scholarship

Sr. Claudia & Fran Zeller Endowed Scholarship

Marie Zielinski ’07 Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Jean Catherine Zipf Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT

CANDICE (POLOVINA) ROSEN ‘88 ENDOWED NURSING SCHOLARSHIP

Candice Rosen is a lifelong student and educator. Her higher education began at the South Chicago Community Hospital of Nursing. While raising four children, she continued at then-College of St. Francis, earning a bachelor’s degree in Science, a master’s degree in Social Work from Loyola University, and a certificate in Health Counseling from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Her broad education in health related subjects gives her a unique perspective when it comes to healthy living. She is a published author and lifestyle coach. Her goal is to improve the lifestyle of the general public through overall health, therefore, the Candice (Polovina) Rosen ‘88 Nursing Scholarship at USF will be awarded to a student with financial need who is pursuing a nursing degree. Preference will be given to a first-generation high school graduate and a first-generation college graduate.

MARGARET AND JOHN PHILIP COLEMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Siblings Margaret and John Philip were idealists who, in their brief lives, sought peace, justice, honor, charity, and always the greater good. A family donor established this scholarship in their name to inspire future students. Recipients must be a sophomore, junior or senior Literature (English) or Art major or minor at USF, and give evidence of practicing Christian ideals. Faculty members will select the student recipient.

"The University of St. Francis changed my life and stimulated my thirst for knowledge. Education is power and something that can never be taken away. USF is dear to my heart and I feel a responsibility to continue the legacy of the university as a philanthropist and trustee. The Candice Rosen Nursing Scholarship provides the opportunity for a firstgeneration student to pursue their dream of a nursing degree." - Candice Rosen

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

ASSETS 2022 2021

Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 841,164 $ 1,120,626

Receivables 3,167,719 3,789,458

Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets 436,991 444,606

Restricted Cash and Investments 2,224,746 2,033,222

Other Investments 38,919,798 36,845,831

Property and Equipment (Net of Depreciation) 52,574,348 54,656,102

Beneficial Interest in Perpetual Trust 2,540,348 2,934,174

TOTAL ASSETS $ 100,705,114 $ 101,824,019

LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS

Liabilities

Accounts Payable $ 1,430,185 $ 1,010,924

Accrued Expenses 2,144,228 2,047,639

Borrowing on Revolving Line of Credit 0 0

Deferred Revenue 3,018,352 3,118,667

Other Liabilities 1,577,522 1,435,312 Debt-related Liabilities 32,972,857 34,525,506 U.S. Government Student Loan Funds 736,447 860,996

Total Liabilities $41,879,591 42,999,044

Net Assets

Without Donor Restrictions $ 40,037,306 $ 39,017,456

With Donor Restrictions 18,788,217 19,807,519

Total Net Assets $ 58,825,523 $ 58,824,975

TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS $ $100,705,114 $ 101,824,019

STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES

REVENUES, GAINS, & OTHER SUPPORT

Net Tuition & Fees

2022 2021

Tuition & Fees $ 59,737,408 $ 64,223,123 Less Scholarships and Aid (26,581,880) (25,837,394)

Total Net Tuition & Fees 33,155,528 38,385,729

Contributions 1,743,050 1,314,551 Grants and Contracts 7,566,692 4,144,059 Distribution from Trusts Held by Others 139,125 128,000 Investment Return 1,496,569 805,557 Auxiliary Enterprises 3,962,061 3,819,408 Other Income 152,520 295,200 Loss on Disposals of Property (6,812) (276,606)

TOTAL REVENUES, GAINS & OTHER SUPPORT $ 48,208,733 $ 48,615,898

EXPENSES

Educational Program Services

Instruction $ 17,305,413 $ 18,152,966 Academic Support 6,670,642 6,885,723 Student Services 9,075,651 8,646,467 Auxiliary Enterprises 4,040,651 3,988,329

Total Educational Program Services 37,092,357 37,673,485

Institutional Support 9,067,455 8,815,734 Fundraising Expenses 618,256 627,015

TOTAL EXPENSES $ 46,778,068 $ 47,116,234

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS BEFORE OTHER REVENUES (EXPENSES) $ 1,430,665 1,499,664

OTHER REVENUES (EXPENSES)

Unrealized Investment Gain $ (3,125,240) $ 4,149,963

Unrealized Loss on Real Estate Held for Investment (85,000) (125,000)

Change in Fair Value of Interest Rate Swap Agreement 2,177,011 1,467,911

Change in Value of Split-Interest Agreements (396,888) 516,871

TOTAL OTHER REVENUES (EXPENSES) $ (1,430,117) $ 6,009,745

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS $ 548 $ 7,509,409

NET ASSETS, BEGINNING OF YEAR 58,824,975 51,315,566

NET ASSETS, END OF YEAR $ 58,825,523 $ 58,824,975

THE SAN DAMIANO CROSS EXPLAINED

Toward the top of the cross, Jesus is fully clothed in regal garments and carrying the cross as a triumphant scepter. He is climbing out of the tomb and into the heavenly courts. Ten angels are crowded around—five have their hands extended in a welcoming gesture to Jesus, who himself has his hand raised in the form of a greeting.

The largest figure is Jesus Christ, represented both as wounded and strong. He projects the life of divine nature in a body pierced by nails in the hands and feet, by the crown of thorns on his head, and by the soldier’s lance in his side.

The next largest figures are the five witnesses of the crucifixion. The first four have halos because they are saints who gave their lives for the Lord. On the left side of Jesus are the Virgin Mary and St. John the Evangelist. At their feet is a smaller figure, Longinus, the Roman soldier who pierced the side of Jesus with a lance.

At the foot of the cross there are six faded figures, two of whom have halos. In accordance with the traditions of the day, these six are the patrons of Umbria, the region surrounding Assisi: St. John, St. Michael, St. Rufino, St. John the Baptist, St. Peter and St. Paul.

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At the very top of the cross is the Hand of God with two fingers extended. This is to be understood as the blessing of God the Father on the sacrifice of his Son.

At both ends of the crossbar are six angels, marveling over the crucifixion.

On the right side of Jesus, the three larger figures are Mary Magdalene; Mary, Mother of James; and the centurion who, in Matthew’s Gospel account, asks Christ to heal his son. At their feet is a smaller figure, Stephaton, the soldier who offered Jesus the sponge soaked in vinegar wine. Peering over the left shoulder of the centurion is a small face with the tops of the heads of three others beside him. This represents the centurion’s son, who was healed by Jesus, and the rest of his family.

On the right side of the picture next to the left calf of Jesus, there is a small figure of a fowl. Some art historians have interpreted it to be a rooster, (Jesus’ denial by Peter); other commentators see it as a peacock, a frequent symbol of immortality in Early Christian art. Along the lower right side of the shaft, there is a small animal, possibly a cat.

Excerpts from

Damiano Cross: Telling the History of Christ’s Passion” by Fr. George Corrigan, OFM reprinted with permission from Franciscan Mission Service. Franciscan Mission Service recruits, forms, and supports individuals (ages 21-60s+) serving in solidarity with marginalized communities in Bolivia, Jamaica, the US-Mexico border, and Washington, DC. For information, visit franciscanmissionservice.org.

UPCOMING EVENTS

January 2023

2 New Year’s Day Observed - Main Campus Closed

9 Classes Begin

14 Business Alumni Network (BAN) Meeting (Alumni)

USF High School Art Exhibit & Competition Opening with Public Reception and Awards —Exhibit Open Through January 27 (USF Art Gallery)

16 Dr. Martin Luther King Day - Campus Closed

21 Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

22 In-Person Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

28 Virtual Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

February 2023

4 Alumni Board Committee & Executive Meetings (Alumni)

Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

14 Heather Cox “Explore, Play, Repeat” Exhibit Opening, Through March 21 (USF Art Gallery)

20 Discover USF Day (Admissions)

25 Virtual Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

March 2023

1 Day of Giving (Advancement)

4 Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

6-10 Spring Break - No Classes

13 Spring Module 2 Begins (Academics)

15 Transfer, Adult Degree Completion & Graduate Student Open House (Admissions)

18 Virtual Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

20 Reception & Breakfast for USF All-Student Art Exhibition (USF Art Gallery)

26 Campus Visit Day (Admissions)

30 USF All-Student Art Exhibition Opening, Through April 12 (USF Art Gallery)

April 2023

1 Bunny Breakfast & Easter Egg Hunt (Alumni)

Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

6-7 Easter Break - No Classes

15 Caritas Scholarship Celebration (Advancement)

Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

19 Transfer Registration (Admissions)

22 Alumni Board Meeting

Virtual Saturday Information Session (Admissions)

28 USF Art & Design Senior Thesis Opening and Public Reception—Exhibit Open Through June 28 (USF Art Gallery)

May 2023

6 Spring Commencement

Class of ‘73 50th Reunion at Commencement (Alumni)

15 Freshman Registration/SOAR (Admissions)

Summer Module 1 Begins (Academics)

June 2023

2

Pat Sullivan Golf Outing (Athletics)

12 Summer Module 2 Begins (Academics)

19 Freshman Registration/SOAR (Admissions)

You’re invited to join us at these and a host of other university events and activities. With questions, see the back cover of this magazine for specific department contact information, visit stfrancis.edu or call 800-735-7500.

In October, the university recognized employees who hit an employment milestone at the annual Employee Recognition Ceremony. At left, celebrating their five-year anniversaries, are Maureen Hunt, Rebecca Fry and Sr. Gayle Rusbasan, OSF (front row) and Brian Baltz, Eric Wignall, Gina Korczak and Sharna Wilkerson (back row).

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