WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY’S 38TH ANNUAL PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP COMMUNITY GALA
2021: G.A.L.A. G I V E . A D VA N C E . L E A D . A C H I E V E .
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY'S 38TH ANNUAL PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP COMMUNITY GALA VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES An Evening with Broadway Stars Monday, February 15 • 7:00 PM ET Cartooning with a Disney Artist Saturday, February 27 • 2:00 PM ET WCU's Charter Day of Giving Wednesday, March 10 Distant Deceptions: An Interactive Virtual Mind-Reading & Illusion Show Thursday, April 1 • 7:00 PM ET "Drag Queen Bingo" Friday, April 9 • 7:00 PM ET An Evening with Henry Winkler Saturday, April 17 • 8:00 PM ET Post-Event Zoom Reception with Henry Winkler Saturday, April 17 • 9:00 PM ET Reserve your spot at http://go.wcufoundation.org/events/gala
A MESSAGE FROM WCU PRESIDENT DR. CHRISTOPHER FIORENTINO
2020-2021 PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Kylie Funkhouser McSherrystown, PA Nursing Delaney Green New Castle, DE Forensic & Toxicological Chemistry Madeline Mulcahey Collegeville, PA Social Work Jaidan Piper Coatesville, PA Pre-Business: Eco-Finance Cecilia Tabor East Windsor, NJ Early Grades Preparation (PreK-4) Imere Williams Philadelphia, PA Middle Grades Preparation (Grades 4-8)
A MESSAGE FROM WCU FOUNDATION CEO CHRISTOPHER MOMINEY
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ADVENTURE AWAITS Reserve your spot now for one of our upcoming live virtual experiences at http://go.wcufoundation.org/events/gala
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR 2021: G.A.L.A. EXPERIENCE Find a quiet and comfortable place where you can participate with minimal distractions. Have a beverage and snacks on-hand in case you need them. If you can, turn off or mute email, chat, and phone notifications during the sessions so you can fully engage. We recommend using headphones or earbuds to maximize sound quality. System Requirements: Update your Zoom platform to the most recent version and be sure to use a computer or tablet that supports video conferencing. For the best video experience quality, ensure all other Wi-Fi connections are in limited use. Your internet connection should be broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE). Will I be on camera during the sessions? All of the virtual experiences will take place in the Zoom platform, which means that your video and microphone will automatically be muted when you login. You can engage with speakers and attendees through the chat and you can raise your hand if you’d like to speak to the whole group. We recommend muting your line when you are not speaking to minimize background noise. None of the virtual experiences will be recorded. What should I do if I’m experiencing audio issues? First make sure you are not using Internet Explorer. If you are still not able to hear any audio, check to make sure your computer speakers are not muted or turned off. The next step is to refresh your screen by pressing the F5 key on your keyboard or clicking the “refresh” button in your web browser. Questions? Reach out as soon as possible to events@wcufoundation.org.
AN EVENING WITH BROADWAY STARS Monday, February 15, 2021 7:00 PM ET Get in the virtual room where it happens! Selected members from the San Francisco cast of Hamilton will share behindthe-scenes stories and perform two songs from the hit Broadway show.
MEET THE CAST Tia Altinay Tia Altinay is a Broadway frontrunner known for playing Princess Jasmine in Aladdin and Peggy in Hamilton. Prior to that, Tia appeared on Broadway in Mary Poppins and A Christmas Story. Fergie L. Philippe Fergie L. Philippe made his Broadway debut in Hamilton, starring as Mulligan/Madison. Fergie is also well-versed in Shakespeare.
CARTOONING WITH A DISNEY ARTIST Saturday, February 27, 2021 2:00 PM ET Master the basics of cartooning from Keelan Parham, a working Disney artist. Beginning with a focus on shapes, you’ll learn to draw several animals and faces in just one virtual session.
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DISTANT DECEPTIONS: An Interactive Virtual Mind-Reading & Illusion Show Thursday, April 1, 2021 7:00 PM ET Famed mentalist, illusionist, and America's Got Talent contestant Wayne Hoffman will provide a unique and memorable experience you won't soon forget. He will enlighten you with an evening of impossible reality bending mysteries...be prepared to be blown away!
ABOUT WAYNE HOFFMAN Multi-award winning performer Wayne Hoffman is recognized as one of the top mentalists in the world. He currently tours the globe with his stage show Mind Candy, his motivational keynote, The Power and Potential of The Human Mind, and presents his award-winning virtual show Distant Deceptions. He is also the author of the best-selling motivational book, Mind Candy. Wayne’s passion for the mysterious was sparked at a young age and led him to study the art of magic. Later, through extensive self-studies in sociology, psychology, and human behavior, Wayne was able to develop the foundation of his skills today. He now travels the world performing and speaking for exclusive events, theaters, television, casinos, universities, and top corporations. Wayne’s show is a highenergy presentation that combines mind-reading and visual magic that will amaze you. The audience experiences seemingly supernatural phenomena in a fun and upbeat way. He was featured on America’s Got Talent, France’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, National Geographic, CNN, The Science Channel, as well as TV Asahi, Fuji TV, and TBS in Japan.
"DRAG QUEEN BINGO" Friday, April 9, 2021 7:00 PM ET This high-energy, hilarious hour of virtual Bingo craziness will be sure to have you and your friends laughing. Led by professional Bingo hostess Linda Simpson and her "Vanna White" spokesmodel assistant, attendees compete in six rounds to win wild and quirky prizes. Since the late 1980s, multifaceted Linda Simpson has soared as a nightlife hostess, playwright, media maven, and game-show hostess (Bingo!). Her acclaimed documentary project, The Drag Explosion, features her photos of NYC’s drag subculture of the 1980s and '90s.
AN EVENING WITH HENRY WINKLER Saturday, April 17, 2021 8:00 PM ET President Christopher and Susan Fiorentino host a virtual conversation with guest Henry Winkler. Henry will share his humorous anecdotes and inspirational life lessons about overcoming adversity to achieve his storied career in television and entertainment.
POST-EVENT ZOOM RECEPTION WITH HENRY WINKLER Saturday, April 17, 2021 9:00 PM ET Continue your evening with Henry Winkler at this post-event reception. Interact with Henry in small-group breakout rooms for a special meet-and-greet experience.
ABOUT HENRY WINKLER Henry Winkler has enjoyed over four decades of success in Hollywood and continues to be in demand as an Emmy award-winning actor, producer, director, and best-selling author. After graduating from the Yale School of Drama in 1973, Winkler was cast as Arthur Fonzarelli in the TV series Happy Days. His work on the show earned him two Golden Globe Awards, three Emmy Award nominations, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In recent years, Winkler appeared in several series including the current hit HBO dark comedy, Barry. He is also a New York Times best-selling author whose books are inspired by his struggle throughout his education due to his learning challenges. To date, he and his co-author, Lin Oliver, have written 35 children’s novels. Winkler has always believed in helping others and is especially passionate about children. He has been a featured speaker at WE Day Celebrations promoting education and service for students. His work also includes Honorary Chairman of United Friends of the Children; Founding Member of the Children’s Action Network; the first National Honorary Chairman of the Epilepsy Foundation of America; National Chairman of the annual Toys for Tots campaign; the National Committee for Arts for the Handicapped; the Special Olympics; and the Los Angeles Music Center’s Very Special Arts Festival for children who are physically challenged; as well as participating in numerous teenage alcohol and drug abuse programs.
MEET THE 2021: G.A.L.A. CO-CHAIRS JAMES P. SHINEHOUSE '80 & PATRICIA SHINEHOUSE West Chester University is honored to welcome James P. Shinehouse ’80 and Patricia Shinehouse as co-chairs of this year’s 2021: G.A.L.A. steering committee. The Shinehouse family is passionate about making a difference where it matters most. Inspired by a desire to give back to his alma mater and to help those in need in Africa, Jim and Pat provided the lead gift to fund the construction of an interdisciplinary research facility in western Rwanda in 2017. The project’s roots in psychology resonated with Jim, whose father, the late Robert Shinehouse, was a longtime professor of psychology at WCU. Jim, a respected alumnus and former West Chester University Foundation Trustee and President, is a Founding Partner at Atlantic Financial Advisory Partners. He has over 30 years of crisis management experience, has led large and notable corporate restructurings and turnarounds for international clients, and has conducted numerous complex fraud investigations. He has also testified in numerous high-profile cases in the U.S. and abroad, including as an expert for the Department of Justice and in the Enron matter. Since graduating from WCU in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Jim, a CPA, has held several executive positions, served on dozens of Company Boards, and currently Chairs multiple international Boards of Directors. As an undergraduate, he was active on the Speech and Debate Team as President and two-time State Champion of Varsity
Debate; he now guest-lectures for a fraud examination class at the University. Pat graduated from the University of Delaware in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in English, after which she worked as a medical editor for a nursing publication company, and has been a Stephen Minister at her church. Among his many volunteer roles on numerous charitable boards, which include locally the Domestic Violence Center and Legacy Youth Tennis and Education, Jim served for ten years on the Board of Governors of The Gemology Institute of America, an international non-profit organization, including as its vice chairman. Jim’s firm has been a loyal supporter of the Norwood charitable organization in England for close to ten years, providing critical support to at-risk children. The Shinehouses have supported the Gala for ten years, and the University for close to three decades, sharing their resources with students to help maximize their opportunity for a WCU education. In 2014, the University presented Jim with the Dean’s Award at commencement; he received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2007 and the Accounting Alumni of the Year Award in 2008. In 2016, both he and Pat were recognized at the President’s Circle Dinner for their generosity and philanthropic commitment to the University. They have loyally supported the Business and Public Management Center, the Wells School of Music Performing Arts Center, the Carolyn Keefe Memorial Forensics Endowment, and the Diane and Roger Casagrande Endowment. The couple has enjoyed almost 40 years of marriage and have raised four children: Bryan, Bill, Bob, and Laura. They have traveled extensively, both as part of Jim’s professional responsibilities and for pleasure. Pat is an avid reader and enjoys entertaining, while Jim plays tennis, bikes, expands his knowledge of history and foreign affairs, and cheers on Philly sports.
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ABOUT THE GALA West Chester University’s 38th Annual Presidential Scholarship Community Gala is designed to provide financial assistance to students who have demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence. WCU’s 2021: G.A.L.A. will transform from one great night out to an inclusive spring benefit focused on the G.A.L.A.’s true meaning – to Give. to Advance. to Lead. to Achieve. The Presidential Scholarship is funded entirely by private donations. Since the Gala’s inception in 1983, the popular benefit has raised more than $1.2 million dollars for West Chester University students through a renewable, fouryear Presidential Scholarship. The University is grateful to the many volunteers and community leaders who work countless hours to make this event so successful year after year. 2021 STEERING COMMITTEE Co-Chairs: James P. Shinehouse ’80 and Patricia Shinehouse Martha Carson-Gentry ’62 Edward N. Collison, Jr. ’93 Stephanie Collison Karen C. Gibson M’00 Joseph F. Kienle, III ’72, M’74 Elizabeth Leonard Stephen R. Leonard ’72, M’80 Stephanie Mominey Pamela A. Nickolas ’90 Randall A. Warren M’92 Vicki Warren For more information about the Presidential Scholarship, please contact the WCU Foundation: 202 Carter Dr West Chester, PA 19382 p 610-436-2868 | f 610-235-4453 http://www.wcufoundation.org
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES Robert M. Tomlinson (chair) Barry C. Dozor ’71 (vice chair) Marian D. Moskowitz (secretary) Thomas A. Fillippo ’69 Christopher Franklin ’87 Jonathan Ireland ’95, M’03 Erin Kaliszak (student)
Stephen Kinsey ’81 Christopher A. Lewis J. Adam Matlawski ’80 Susan Yoder Schick ’88
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES John H. Baker ’74 (president) May Van M'89 (vice president) Kathy Leidheiser (treasurer) Sandra F. Mather ’64, M’68 (secretary) Christopher P. Mominey (chief executive officer) Cindy Ray (assistant treasurer) Dawn Swope Apgar Keith E. Beale ’77 R. Lorraine Bernotsky, ex officio Eric K. Bossard ’85 Millie C. Cassidy Edward N. Collison ’93 Zebulun R. Davenport, ex officio Paul D. Emrick ’88 Kristen Gibbons Feden Thomas A. Fillippo ’69, Council of Trustees Representative Christopher M. Fiorentino, ex officio
Maury Hoberman David P. Holveck ’68 Joan M. Kaminski ’69 Michael A. Mele ’89 Todd E. Murphy, ex officio Tahany Naggar John N. Nickolas ’90 Robert H. Plucienik Marisa Tilghman John Villella ’76, M’82, ex officio Randall A. Warren M’92 Stanley J. Yarosewick
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