IHCC Alumni - Indian Hills Community College
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IHCC Alumni - Indian Hills Community College
i n m u l A rie&nds F Indian Hills Association President’s Message Those of you who have been associated with Indian Hills for a while may have become accustomed to the dawning of Dr. Jim Lindenmayer new ventures, but it still amazes me when I take the time to reflect. This fall brought another record enrollment. Workforce shortages nationally, and particularly in Iowa, have brought us closer than ever to our business partners. As a result, several new initiatives are moving forward. Four years ago, we began to ready our airport campus for development by razing the old Naval Air Base buildings. Subsequently, two businesses have expanded on part of our property and two other businesses have expanded on adjacent lots. We were then fortunate enough to secure a Department of Labor Job Corps project that will be located at the airport campus. Twenty-seven acres were conveyed to the United States Government at our January board meeting. The Department of Labor expects to break ground next spring on a $34 million residential campus directly south of our current aviation/truck driving facility and old computer building. We have already begun a massive remodeling project on the aviation building that will allow us to expand offerings and programs in that facility in anticipation of new training opportunities provided by Job Corps and in response to increased workforce demands. Within the next eighteen months, we hope to begin construction of a permanent Fire Training School adjacent to our airport facilities that will serve the 138 fire departments, emergency agencies and police departments in our region. It is my prediction that a corner of our Airport Campus that now houses nearly 50 people daily will be host to more than 1,000 people by fall 2010. The new Rural Health Education Center on the east end of our campus and the increased enrollment in health occupations and technical programs in the Advanced Technology Center (ATC) has led us to a revelation that nearly 2,500 people on that end of the campus do not avail themselves of our great dining opportunities. Consequently, we will be adding a dining facility in the east end of the ATC to serve that part of the campus. Speaking of dining…increased enrollments in culinary arts and the increasing career opportunities in that field have necessitated a total remodeling of our culinary arts facilities. When the facilities are completed in the summer of 2008, we will have expanded operations in the hot and cold prep labs as well as the bakery. Even though all of these projects have kept us very busy, they will give us something to show off when you come back to campus to visit. Writing about visiting reminds me to remind you about our homecoming festivities on October 4, 2008. The 2007 event was our most successful ever. We hosted several events (5K run; softball, volleyball, soccer, and baseball games; open basketball practice; Ottumwa car show; and alumni receptions in Ottumwa and Centerville) in conjunction with Ottumwa’s Oktoberfest and Centerville’s High School Homecoming. Keep in touch. We all love hearing from you and seeing you. IHCC Foundation Special Events Calendar April 3 April 15 April 26 June 13 October 4 Early October January 17, 2009 Alumni & Friends Reception 4:30-7 p.m. Raccoon River Brewery – Des Moines, IA Celebrity Night – Bobby Hansen Scholarship Auction IHCC Golf Tournament Homecoming – Ottumwa Campus *Centerville Reception **Alumni & Friends Reception in Burlington Prior to the IHCC vs. SCC Basketball Game *To be held 1st or 2nd Friday in October, in conjunction with the Centerville High School Homecoming. Date will be determined in mid-February. **Plans are underway and more information will be provided in the August edition of the Alumni & Friends Newsletter. IHCC Alumni = SPRING 08 Bianca’s Message As 2007 came to a close, I had time to reflect on the year at Indian Hills. It has been a year of change, advancement, and energy. Indian Hills has once again proven to be among the top educational institutions in the country, and every IHCC employee works diligently to maintain that fantastic reputation. My first six months as the alumni coordinator seem Bianca Myers to have flown by, and I could hardly believe it was time for another Alumni & Friends Newsletter. It has been wonderful to read about the lives and accomplishments of Indian Hills alumni, not to mention reading about how Indian Hills and the Foundation have touched their lives. Here are just a few examples: “I will always be indebted to Indian Hills for not just the education, but all the things that have come with getting a degree from Indian Hills. I cannot use words to describe how proud I am to be an alumnus of IHCC, not to mention how proud I am to have had Sam (Swaim) and Dave (Talbert) as my teachers, mentors, and now friends.” Bill Ocker, ’01 (Criminal Justice & AA) “I received several IHCC Foundation scholarships and want to help other students by making contributions to the Foundation. I would not be where I am today without Indian Hills.” Jason Barngrover, ’94 (Computer Programming) “The time I spent at Indian Hills was invaluable to me. I met great people and felt such a sense of accomplishment upon graduation. Thank you Indian Hills!” Richard Cicalo, ’94 (Electronics) Sharing good news and memories is always fun and exciting, and Indian Hills alumni make my job exciting and rewarding because they have so much to share. I encourage all of you to continue to send in news about a new addition to the family, a career change, or another alumnus who has made a name for himself or herself. While 2007 was a great year at Indian Hills, I look forward to seeing what 2008 has in store for IHCC, the Foundation and Alumni Association, and our alumni. If you have alumni information to share or questions about alumni events and gatherings, please contact me at (641) 683-5302 or at [email protected]. University of Iowa Standout to Speak at Celebrity Night University of Iowa basketball color analyst and former Hawkeye standout Bobby Hansen will be the guest speaker at this year’s Celebrity Night on Tuesday, April 15. Throughout Hansen’s illustrious basketball career, he made a name for himself at the high school, college, and professional levels: • Led his West Des Moines Dowling team to an Iowa Bobby Hansen Class 4A basketball championship averaging twentysix points and eleven rebounds per game • Helped lead the Iowa Hawkeyes to an NCAA Final Four appearance in 1980 and was named Iowa’s Most Valuable Player in 1983 • Played in forty playoff games over a six-year period with the Utah Jazz • Won a World Championship with the Chicago Bulls in 1992 • Named to the Iowa Basketball Hall of Fame in 1999 Celebrity Night is an Indian Hills Foundation Scholarship fundraiser that provides scholarships to deserving students. The event begins on the Ottumwa campus with a reception at 5:30 p.m. followed by a delicious prime rib and seafood dinner then Hansen’s remarks. Tickets are $65 per person. To purchase tickets or get more information, please contact Keveen at (641) 683-5156 or at [email protected]. Everyone who has taken classes at: Indian Hills - Ottumwa & Centerville Centerville Community College Iowa Tech College Ottumwa Heights College 2 Indian Hills through the Years 1925 Ottumwa Heights Academy established at the present site of Indian Hills Community College – Ottumwa Campus 1930 Centerville Junior College established 1957 Ottumwa Heights Campus destroyed by fire 1960 New Ottumwa Heights Campus opened at 525 Grandview Avenue in Ottumwa at the site of the OttumwaHeightsCollege original campus 1963 Iowa Tech established 1966 Iowa legislature enacted legislation permitting the development of 15 Iowa community colleges Merged Area XV Community College formed; located at Ottumwa Airport Campus Iowa Tech became part of Merged Area XV Community College Dr. Mel Everingham named as president of Merged Area XV Community College 1968 Centerville Junior College became part of Merged Area XV Dr. Everingham Community College 1970 Merged Area XV Community College adopted the name “Indian Hills Community College” 1973 Dr. Lyle Hellyer named as second president of Indian Hills Community College 1979 Indian Hills Community College and Ottumwa Heights College Dr. Hellyer merged 1981 Indian Hills Community College purchased Ottumwa Heights College 1984 New Art Gallery and Learning Resources Center opened at the Ottumwa Campus 1985 Hellyer Student Life Center opened Efner Academic Hall opened 1987 Computer Center Hellyer Student Life Center opened at Ottumwa campus Economic Development Center opened 1988 Maintenance and Horticulture Center opened 1989 Centerville Maintenance facility constructed Marge Dodd Stage donated by Area Arts Council 1990 Centerville Administration building opened Advanced Technology Center opened 1991 Economic Development Center renamed Regional Training Center AdvancedTech. Center 1992 Trustee Hall Dormitory/ Student Union/Bookstore opened 1994 Early Childhood Development and Day Care Center opened Ottumwa athletic complex constructed 1996 Video Conferencing and Training Center opened Appanoose County Day Care Center opened on the Centerville Campus First of eight County Service Centers opened 1997 Tom Arnold Net Center opened 1999 Completion of County Service Centers 2000 Oak Hall and Centerville dormitories opened 2001 Dr. Jim Lindenmayer named third president of Indian Hills Community College Renovation of Bennett Student Services Center completed Dr. Lindenmayer 2004 Renovation of Appanoose, Wapello and Keokuk/Mahaska dormitories completed Everingham Pavilion added at Advanced Technology Center 2005 VCTC renamed Rosenman Video Conference Training Center 2007 Rural Health Education Center opened Rural Health Education Center Memorable Centerville Reunion The Centerville Reunion was once again a success, as nearly 100 people including alumni, board members, staff, and friends of the college attended the event held at the Hotel Continental on Friday, October 5. Those in attendance enjoyed food and beverages while reviewing copies of the Centerville Community College yearbooks and visiting with former classmates and IHCC staff. A number of lucky people won Indian Hills clothing and other items as door prizes. The date for next year’s event has not yet been established, but the event will once again coincide with Centerville High School’s homecoming. This annual event is sponsored by the IHCC Alumni and Friends Association. For more information, please contact Bianca at (641) 683-5302 or [email protected]. IHCC alumni, board members, staff, and friends reminisce about their times at Indian Hills. Employee Giving Campaign Reaches 100% Goal One hundred percent of the full-time and many part-time Indian Hills employees have once again contributed to the IHCC Foundation Scholarship Fund. The 2007-08 Employee Giving Campaign—It Begins With Us--raised more than $56,000 for student scholarships. This year’s campaign marks the third consecutive year that all IHCC full-time employees contributed to the IHCC Foundation. Reaching this goal emphasizes that IHCC employees truly understand and support the mission of the Indian Hills Foundation! IHCC Partners with the University of Iowa Indian Hills students and alumni can now take advantage of the University of Iowa’s 2 Plus 2 Guaranteed Graduation Plan. Under the 2 Plus 2 plan, University of Iowa advisors help Indian Hills students select the right courses to enroll in to receive an Associate of Arts degree in two years at IHCC and then successfully transfer to Iowa, where they can earn a bachelor’s degree in just two more years, guaranteed. The plan is currently available to Indian Hills students who plan to pursue one of 20 majors at Iowa: Accounting American Studies Anthropology Communication Studies Computer Science Economics (BA program) Economics (BBA program) English Finance Geoscience History Management Management Information Systems Marketing Philosophy Political Science Psychology Religious Studies Social Work Sociology Earlier this year, the University of Iowa announced a new $1,000 scholarship for incoming 2 Plus 2 students with the highest grade-point averages. Overall, the program is designed to help ease the transition between the two schools. For more information, please contact Lyvier Aschenbrenner at Indian Hills at (800) 726-2585, ext. 5278, or at [email protected], or visit the University of Iowa 2 Plus 2 website at http://www.uiowa.edu/2plus2. Join IHCC on Facebook & MySpace Would you like more information on IHCC events? Do you want to reconnect with your former classmates? If so, we have the spot for you! The Indian Hills Alumni & Friends Association has created pages on both Facebook & MySpace to keep you updated on IHCC news and events. Indian Hills news as well as alumni and friends may be found in the Facebook group Indian Hills Community College Alumni and on MySpace at http://www.myspace.com/indianhillscc. We look forward to hearing from all of you and keeping you updated on IHCC Alumni & Friends events! For IHCC Alumni & Friends 3 Winter & Spring Sports Update Baseball – The Falcons will open their season in Tucson, Arizona, March 9, and and the Golf Stat Poll. Coach Hagen noted, “We have a great group of young men will host their home opener March 18 against Iowa Central Community College. this year. They work hard and want to win. We have a chance to win or compete Basketball – The IHCC basketball team, under third-year head coach Jeff for the win in each tournament this spring.” The Warriors can be seen in action in Kidder, has proven to be a determined and hard working group of young men. Ottumwa April 18-19 at the Community Credit Union Invitational hosted at the Coach Kidder noted, “Our young team is improving in practice Ottumwa Country Club. and in every game. The conference season is here and we Softball – Indian Hills softball got a new look when head need to play at a high level and compete hard on every play. I coach Jim Overturf was hired in June. Overturf has spent the know we will! I have great confidence in our team.” With a past seven years at Kirkwood Community College and looks record of 14-5, the Warriors have proven they can play at a high forward to his first season at Indian Hills. Coach Overturf level. Indian Hills ranks among the top teams in the nation in spent much of the fall season getting to know his players. The both field goal percentage and points allowed, averaging only Warriors have a strong sophomore line-up that will combine 61 points per game. The Warriors are led by Dwight Harvey, with a number of star-studded freshmen to make yet another Dwight Buycks, and Leon Powell. Dwight and Dwight are competitive IHCC softball team. Second Team All Region both averaging fifteen points per game, while Leon is averaging selection Kayla Lewis will team with fellow sophomore ten points and seven rebounds per game. Indian Hills faces Jennifer McDonald to lead the Warriors at the plate. Catchers Region XI foes Marshalltown and Southeastern Community Kendra Gansz and Sara Tschetter will alternate behind the plate College at home in February. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 catching pitchers Reagon Anthony, Ali Downing, and Amanda for students and may be purchased at the door or picked up in Kellums. Erin Liebe will be leading the infielders with her advance at the IHCC Athletic Office. For questions regarding strong defensive play. Coach Overturf noted, “The sophomores tickets, please contact Gina Courtney at (641) 683-5288 or at will provide leadership and knowledge of the game at this level, [email protected]. and we expect the freshmen to provide us with strength in key Golf – The Warrior golf team is preparing for another positions.” Transfer Emily Madsen will be a solid all around successful spring season. Third-year coach Mike Hagen player, while freshman Carly Hart will play third base and believes “the high quality competition the Warriors face should be effective at the plate as well. Kari Downing joins the during the season will prepare them for the tough courses and team after completing the volleyball season and will serve a key competition they will encounter at the national tournament.” LaRon Dendy scores during a Warrior basket- role as a utility player. Brittany Schmacker, Katie Mullaney, ball home game. The team finished their fall season with a record of 35-4, after and Audrey Crabtree will provide much needed speed on the playing some very stiff competition. The team placed 2nd at bases and depth in the lineup. The Warriors begin their season the John A Logan Invitational, 2nd and 3rd at the Iowa Wesleyan Invitational, 1st with a trip through the South and open their season at home March 19 in a 4 p.m. and 2nd at the Central Invite, and are currently ranked 3rd in both the NJCAA Poll double header versus William Penn J.V. Check out the Indian Hills website at www.indianhills.edu for details about each of the above sports – schedules, team members, coaches, results, and much more. Join a Reunion Committee Class reunion committees are being formed for the 10-year (1998), 20-year (1988), and 30-year (1978) reunions. The groups will be reconnecting during Indian Hills’ Homecoming weekend scheduled for October 3 and 4, 2008. All Indian Hills’ alumni are invited to attend the activities. If you would like to get involved, please contact Bianca Myers at (641)683-5302 or at [email protected]. Indian Hills Community College Alumni & Friends Newsletter Foundation Scholarship Auction – April 26 Antiques & collectibles Business equipment Furnishings Vehicles Pre-owned items [email protected] Vice President, Academic Affairs Marlene Sprouse, Ph.D. [email protected] Foundation Executive Director Rhonda Conrad [email protected] Alumni Coordinator Bianca Myers [email protected] Online www.indianhills.edu Who We Are The IHCC Alumni & Friends Association was formed in 1995, and the first newsletter was published in Winter 1995. The purpose of the newsletter is to share information about IHCC with interested alumni and friends of the college. Newsletters are available online at www.indianhills.edu/ihcc/Alumni/ news.asp. If you have something to donate or would like additional information, please contact Mary at 641-683-5323. Your donation may result in a tax savings for you. Outstanding Alums Honored Each fall at the Indian Hills staff workshop, the IHCC Foundation recognizes selected individuals for their service and dedication to the college. The selected recipients are nominated by their peers and voted on by a committee of former award recipients and IHCC staff members. The 2007 recipients of the Indian Hills outstanding service awards included two outstanding IHCC alumni. James Walton, ’69 (Computer Maintenance), was selected as the Outstanding Alumnus for his accomplishments since his graduation from Indian Hills. After graduating from Iowa Technical Institute, James worked as an engineer for Xerox Data Systems in El Segundo, California. In 1970, he began working as the regional field service director for General Automation Inc. in Anaheim, California. After leaving General Automation in 1972, he moved his family to Florida and started his own company—Data Entry Inc. From 1980 to 1987, he served, as president and CEO of Systems Technology Institute. In 1987, he started another James Walton business—Senior Citizen Custodial Services (SCCS), which provides companions, homemakers, and sitters for home-bound senior citizens. Today, James lives in Florida with his wife Evelyn. He is still president and CEO of Data Entry Inc. and owner and operator of Senior Citizen Custodial Services; however, he plans on turning the business over to his son and retiring in the near future. He may be contacted at [email protected]. Contact us 525 Grandview Ave., Bldg. 1 Ottumwa, IA 52501 (800) 726-2585, ext. 5302 Subscriptions FREE. To subscribe: contact Bianca Myers at [email protected] or at (641) 683-5302. Published two times yearly. All photos taken by IHCC staff members unless indicated otherwise. Computers & printers Flowers & vegetable plants Household items Plus much more Are you interested in finding some great bargains, and helping deserving IHCC students at the same time? If so, the Foundation Scholarship Auction is the place for you. On Saturday, April 26, at the IHCC Airport campus in Ottumwa, the Foundation will be hosting the annual scholarship auction. The doors open at 9 a.m. and the sale begins at 10 a.m. Through the generous donations of many businesses and individuals, this event raises thousands of dollars for IHCC student scholarships. We appreciate your support! Spring 2008 President Jim Lindenmayer, Ph.D. Gift certificates Tools Desks and chairs Knick-knacks Books & magazines Paula (Orf) Hester Paula (Orf) Hester, ’85 (AA), was chosen to receive the Outstanding Employee Service Award. Paula was selected because she “epitomizes the best a community college has to offer.” She gives a great deal of herself and her time to ensure the students at IHCC receive the best education possible. She is a proud supporter of Indian Hills, and “she works diligently and graciously for IHCC itself.” After graduating from Indian Hills, Paula completed a BA at William Penn University and an MA at Truman State University. Paula is an instructor in the IHCC English Department. Paula and her husband Dave live in Ottumwa. She may be contacted at [email protected]. You may nominate an IHCC alumnus by completing a nomination form, which is available on the IHCC website at www.indianhills.edu. Nominations are due this year by April 30, 2008. 4 Alumni Update If you have news you would like to share, please contact Bianca Myers at 641/683-5302 or at [email protected]. Please include a picture if possible as our readers love to see IHCC Alumni. We would enjoy hearing from you! Abbreviation Key: AA – Arts & Sciences, ADN – Associate Degree Nursing, CCC – Centerville Community College, HIT – Health Information Tech., LPN – Practical Nursing, PTA – Physical Therapist Assistant. 1940s and 1950s Samuel Eatock, ’48 (CCC) and Marjorie (Curl) Eatock, ’47 (CCC), reside in Pittsfield, IL. Sam is currently retired. Email [email protected]. Jean (Padovan) Keller, ’49 (CCC), attended Centerville Community College when it was located on the 3rd floor of Centerville High School. After graduation, she attended the University of Iowa, where she graduated in 1953 with a degree in nursing. Jean worked at the University of Iowa Hospital for 2 years before moving to California, where she lives today. While in California, she married Ron Keller and had three children. She worked for Palo Alto Medical Center for 3 pediatricians at Stanford Medical Hospital and retired as a home health nurse in 1992. Jean now enjoys traveling and visiting her family. Pat (Amos) Wilkinson and Alma Jeane (Wilkinson) Coffin Alma Jeane (Wilkinson) Coffin, ’50 (Liberal Arts) and Pat (Amos) Wilkinson, ’50 (Liberal Arts), attended both high school and junior college at Ottumwa Heights. Alma Jeane met her best friend and sister-in-law Pat in kindergarten, and they have many fond memories of attending Ottumwa Heights together. Alma Jean noted, of her education at Ottumwa Heights, “It emphasized the arts. It was a great education that really prepared you for life.” Alma Jean remembers taking piano lessons from Sister Simone and violin lessons from Sister St. John who would often purchase violins for students who could not afford one of their own. After graduating from Ottumwa Heights, Alma Jean went to work at Farmers and Merchants Bank. In her spare time Alma Jean enjoys exercising, including a spinning class, and visiting her children. Pat recently donated her time and effort into painting the 6th Limited Edition Print for the IHCC Foundation. Pat mentioned that she and Alma Jean were in the chorus together and thoroughly enjoyed their vocal concerts. Pat remembered that the courses at Ottumwa Heights did a fantastic job of preparing them for office work, and they had no home-economics or sewing courses. Pat noted, “The nuns taught the most well-rounded education that we could receive.” Pat remembered standing in her front yard in Ottumwa and watching the smoke fill the air as the original Ottumwa Heights building burned in 1957. After graduation, Pat worked at John Morell Company, before becoming a mother of 5. Through the years, Pat has always continued to paint and often exhibits her work at art festivals and competitions. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, spending time with Alma Jeane, knitting, and quilting. 1960s Louis Mora,’65 (Iowa Tech) would like to get reacquainted with any former classmates! Email [email protected]. Richard Conrad, ’66 (Criminal Justice), is a lieutenant at the Newton Correctional Facility. He began working at the correctional facility in 1997 and was promoted to lieutenant in 2003. He and his wife have two children and live in Harper. In their spare time they enjoy camping and playing with their dogs, a German Shepherd and a Belgian Malinois, a retired state K-9. Richard Tigges, ’67 (Computer Maintenance), is retired and living in St. Johns, AZ. He was a computer technician for Honeywell for 23 years and then designed weather stations for the U.S. Geological Survey for 13 years. Email [email protected]. James “Jim” West, ’67 (AA), is looking to reconnect with former classmates and instructors from IHCC. Email [email protected]. William Dillman, ’68 (Architecture), has retired from Time Warner Communications. He resides in Mountain Home, AR. You will make a lasting difference when you leave a legacy to the Indian Hills Foundation. Past, Present, & Future of Indian Hills The Mathews Family has been Part of IHCC for More Than 40 Years Rick Mathews, ’67 (AA), was recognized, at the IHCC basketball game Saturday, January 19, for representing Indian Hills as a participant in the 2007 World Series. After graduating from IHCC, Rick continued his baseball career at Drake University. From there, he began his coaching career at Eddyville and later moved on to coach at Marshalltown, Iowa Western Community College, and finally returned to Indian Hills. Rick has been a part of the Colorado Rockies’ organization since 1992, and he is currently the bullpen coach. Rick and his wife Mary Louise have 2 children, Jonathan Mathews, ’92 (AA) and Sarah (Mathews) Zintz, ’94 (AA). Jonathan’s baseball career began as a member of the IHCC Falcons baseball team. He was a member of the 1992 World Series team and then continued his baseball career at The University of New Orleans where he graduated in 1994 with a BA in economics. In 1994 he signed a Major League contract to play professionally for the Colorado Rockies. He was a member of the Rockies organization for 2 years, before becoming a volunteer assistant at the University of Iowa while pursuing a master’s degree. From 1996-1999, Jonathan managed for the Minnesota Twins in the minor leagues. He made his return to Indian Hills in 1999 where he is an instructor and the assistant baseball coach. Jonathan’s wife Amanda (Davolt) Mathews, ’91 (AA), is a pharmacist in Centerville. They were blessed with twins Clair and Merrick in 2002. After graduating from IHCC, Sarah continued her education at Buena Vista, where she graduated with a BA in elementary education. She taught for 2 years in Keokuk and the past 10 years at Seymour Elementary. Sarah and her husband Michael Zintz, ’95 (AA) have been married for 8 ½ years. Mike has been a drafting and virtual reality instructor at Indian Hills since 2000. After graduating from Indian Hills, he graduated with a BA in industrial technology management at William Penn. Sarah and Michael have 2 daughters; Elizabeth, 6, and Emma, 4, and are expecting another bundle of joy in late February. The Mathews Family front row l-r: Clair & Merrick Mathews, Elizabeth & Emma Zintz. Back row l-r: Amanda (Davolt) Mathews, Jonathan, Mary Louise, Rick, Sarah (Mathews) Zintz, and Michael Zintz. 1970s Barry Green, ’71 (AA) and Diane Green, ’71 (AA) reside in East Moline, IL. Email dbdgreen@ mchsi.com. Dr. John Maletta Named Distinguished Alumni by Centerville High School During the 2007 Centerville High School Homecoming festivities, Dr. John Maletta, ’73 (AA), was honored as the Distinguished Alumni. Dr. John Maletta Originally from Mystic, John graduated from Centerville High School in 1971. He continued his education at Indian Hills and first pursued business courses before he switched to math and science courses. He earned a BS degree from the University of Iowa in 1975. John pursued his goal of becoming a dentist and graduated from Creighton University, Boyne School of Dental Science with his DDS in 1979. Following his graduation from Creighton, he was accepted into the residency program in Hospital Dentistry at the University of Iowa where he was first introduced to the career of oral surgery. In 1983, John and a partner began an oral surgery practice in Des Moines. This same practice has been expanded to include 5 oral surgeons working in 3 locations in the Des Moines area. In 1991, he was named Young Dentist of the Year by the Iowa Dental Association. John was also chosen to be an examiner for the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has served as a teaching assistant and lecturer at the University of Iowa, and his research has been published in the Journal of General Dentistry as well as the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. John and his wife Luann have 3 children, Abigail, Kate, and Nick. Mary Kivlahan, ’74 (Culinary Arts), has been employed in the culinary arts division of Indian Hills since June 5, 1975. After graduating from Indian Hills, she began working as the chef at the Maquoketa Country Club in Mary Maquoketa, where the new club Kivlahan house was a chef’s dream! In 1975, she was asked by then director of the culinary arts program, Max Owens, to return to Indian Hills to assist with the expanding culinary arts division. When she first returned to Indian Hills, she helped with meal preparation and inventory. She also completed her AA at Indian Hills and her BA in Business at Buena Vista while working in the culinary arts program. Mary eventually moved on to become a full-time culinary arts instructor and is currently the program director of culinary arts. She lives in Ottumwa and enjoys biking, gardening, and cross stitch. She also enjoys returning to her hometown of Cascade and visiting her family’s century farm whenever possible! She and Bob Schmidt enjoy wine classes and belong to three wine groups. They have a dog, Holly, and four cats! Email [email protected]. 30th Annual IHCC Foundation Golf Tournament Friday, June 13 2007 winners (l-r) Dusty Stewart, ’02 (AA); Joe Swaim, ’02 (AA;, Sam Swaim (retired IHCC instructor;, and Brandon Knopf, ’96 (AA). Plan to join us for the 30th Annual Indian Hills Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, June 13. The 4-person best shot will begin at 12:30 p.m. at the Cedar Creek Golf Course in Ottumwa, Iowa. The $60 entry fee includes green fees, cart, prize drawing, tee gifts, contests, food, beverages, and fun! For more information, please contact Bianca at (641)683-5302 or at [email protected]. Linda Northcutt, ’76 (Administrative Assistant), has been employed at IHCC as a financial aid receptionist for 14 years. Her husband Terry Northcutt, ’02 (AA), teaches continuing education courses Linda at Indian Hills and is the Pekin Northcutt High School wrestling coach. The have 5 children, 4 of whom have attended IHCC, and 2 grandchildren. Linda, who is a life-long resident of Hedrick, enjoys reading, farming, walking, playing with her grandkids, and shopping with Helen McDowell in her spare time. Linda mentioned, “I enjoy my time at Indian Hills, and I wouldn’t have stayed here 14 years if I didn’t love it!” Email lnorthcu@ indianhills.edu. Wayne Brain, ’78 (Computer Networks), began working at Data General in June of 1978 and has worked for EMC since it purchased Data General in 1999. Wayne has been employed in tech support since May of 1983. He is currently on the rapid response team and travels all over the world. In 2007 he traveled to Mumbai, India; Seoul, South Korea; and Buenos Aries, Argentina. He and his wife recently celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary and have 2 children. They reside in Duluth, GA. Email [email protected]. IHCC Alum Retires as VP of Carl Sandburg College Larry Benne, ’79 (AA), retired as VP of Carl Sandburg College on December 21, 2007. Benne’s long and impressive educational career culminated with his retirement as vice president of academic services at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, IL. His time in education began at Indian Hills where he taught industrial education and automotive mechanics for 2 years and worked in occupational program administration for 10 years. He then moved to Galesburg, where he spent 5 years as the full-time director of Galesburg Area Vocational Center. In 1989 he began at Carl Sandburg College as the assistant dean for occupational programs and assistant dean of academic services. In 1992 he took the role of vice president. During his retirement, he plans to vigorously pursue woodworking, traveling, and scuba diving. Greg Chandler, ’79 (Farm Mechanics), is looking for the other members of the 1979 Farm Mechanics program. Email [email protected]. Patrick McCleery, ’79 (Computer Software), is a senior programmer analyst with Wachovia Corporation. He currently lives in Willow Springs, NC. Patrick would like to reconnect with his old instructors. He noted, “They were the finest instructors I could have asked for.” “I can’t thank the institution enough for the great training I received … I have worked with countless 4-year computer science grads that didn’t even come close to the education I received. Thank you, IHCC!” Email [email protected]. A Family Affair For Joe and Jean Patzner and their children, Indian Hills has been a family affair. Joe and Jean have been supporters of Indian Hills and the Foundation, and four of their five children attended IHCC. Mitchell Patzner, ’79 (Diesel Mechanics), currently lives in Dubuque and is employed at Burt, Steve, & Son. Jeff Patzner, ’82 (Computer Programming), is employed by Farm Bureau Financial Services in West Des Moines. Marla (Patzner) Fromm, ’85 (Bookkeeping), is a human resources business systems analyst at GuideOne Insurance. She currently lives in Ankeny. Rick Patzner, ’85 (Computer Programming), is the systems architect for FileNet – An IBM Company in Des Moines. He currently lives in Urbandale. For IHCC Alumni & Friends Alumni Update continued 1980s Verneda Woods, ’80 (AA), began working as the city clerk and treasurer for the city of Moulton after graduating from Indian Hills. In 1985, she began a new job at Principal Financial in Des Moines where she administered pension plans until her retirement in 1994. Since then she has spent time traveling to visit her 4 children and 4 grandchildren. She currently lives in Tripoli. Donald Hinkle, ’82 (Computer Programming), has worked for the State of Iowa as an IT Specialist for the past 12 ½ years. He has helped to develop and maintain applications used across the state to support a federal program that trains people to find work and better opportunities. Donald noted “IHCC prepared me well for the workplace and I owe a debt of gratitude to all my instructors. I have 3 IHCC graduates in the applications staff in my department of about 20 developers. That speaks for itself.” Donald and his wife, Kim, live in Indianola. Email [email protected]. gov. AJ, Doug, Cammie, Lindsay Richards Cammie (Nicholson) Richards, ’82 (AA), has been employed by Indian Hills for 13 years. She began working at IHCC as a secretary in the continuing education and customized learning department. After completing her BA at Buena Vista in 2000, she began working as the coordinator of the continuing education and customized learning department. She worked for several years as a recruiter and academic advisor and is now an academic advisor on a full-time basis. Cammie and her husband Doug Richards, ’84 (Automotive Collision Repair), have two children AJ Richards, ’06 (AA), and Lindsay who plans to attend IHCC next year. Cammie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and noted, “IHCC is not just the place I work, it is my family.” Email [email protected]. Loretta Rick, ’84 (AA), completed a degree in dental hygiene from DMACC after graduating from IHCC. She currently lives in Alexandria, VA. Linda (Wonderlich) Dougan, ’85 (AA), is employed at Newton Manufacturing Company and also lives in Newton. She and her husband John have 3 children: Lindsey, Grant, and Liam. She enjoys spending time with her family and watching her children excel in all of their activities. Email [email protected]. John Gillman, ’85 (Electronics/ Telecommunications), is a senior IT architect for MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. His wife Patti, of 16 years, works at the NASA – Johnson Space Center researching Astronaut bone density loss due to space flight. They have 2 children, Justin, 12, and Katie, 9. They also raise American Paint Horses. Their horses can be viewed on their website www.painthorsefarm. com. In their spare time, they enjoy camping as a family. Email [email protected]. Paul Lee, ’85 (Robotics), was recently named senior manager of plant engineering at Lockheed Martin production facility in Fort Worth, TX. He began working at Lockheed shortly after his graduation from Indian Hills, nearly 22 years ago. Ed Steele, ’87 (Computer Programming), lives in Omaha, NE, with his wife Debbie. Their 2 sons and 3 grandchildren also live in the Omaha area. After graduation from IHCC, he obtained a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Bellevue University. Ed works for IBM as an IT specialist, selling IBM Rational products. Ed works in the Application Development division and is involved in the development process from conception to deployment. He also has the opportunity to work with many Fortune 500 companies and enjoys the challenges his job brings as well as the opportunity to both learn and to teach. Ed volunteers as an IBM University Ambassador, which has given him the opportunity to work with staff and students at local universities, including IHCC. Ed noted, “It is a rewarding program, and a fun way to give back to a college that has given me so much.” Email [email protected]. Jim Davis, ’88 (AA), has been a part of IHCC for as long as he can remember. While attending IHCC, he was a member of the Indian Hills golf team with other IHCC and Ottumwa notables Grant Oswalt and Mick Lawson. He Jim Davis began working at Indian Hills in 1996 as a dorm supervisor and security guard. He later took over the position as a recruiter and is now the director of the marketing and recruiting department. Jim also mentioned that his mom taught at Indian Hills and his grandfather was one of the oldest IHCC graduates, at the age of 77. Jim and his wife Darcy (Whitney) Davis ’99 (AA & Computer Programming), live in Ottumwa. In his spare time, Jim enjoys hunting, being outdoors, living the lake life, and spending time with his wife. Email [email protected]. Marsha Haworth, ’88 (Administrative Assistant); ’89 (AA); ’95 (Medical Transcriptionist); and ’95 (Microcomputer Specialist), has been the administrative assistant to the president at Marsha Indian Hills for 19 years and is Haworth the board secretary for IHCC. Marsha is very active within IHCC and within her community. She has been the organist and pianist at her church for 35 years. She and her husband Allan live on a farm near New Sharon and have 3 children: Lara, Troy, and Adam. Lara is the associate product developer for woven shirts for Coldwater Creek; she and her husband Chris Widdig live in Sandpoint, ID. Troy Haworth, ’95 (AA), is a combine technical support specialist for Claas of American. He and his wife Diedra have a daughter, Chloe, and live in Redmond, WA. Adam is a structural analyst engineer for Boeing and is currently working on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Adam and his wife JoAnn have a son, Waylan, and live in Louisville, NE. Email mhaworth@ indianhills.edu. Lawrence (Larry) Scully, ’88 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as the athletic training coordinator. After graduating from Indian Hills, he obtained a BS in English from Western Kentucky Lawrence University and an MS in Sport Scully Management from United States Sports Academy. Prior to returning to Indian Hills in August, Larry coached at Florissant Community College, Saint Louis University, Truman State, and Morningside College. He also spent one year participating in the Olympic Baseball Program. He enjoys spending time with his family at the lake and is excited about returning to IHCC. Email [email protected]. Carol (Moorman) Belloma, ’89 (LPN); ’93 (ADN); and ’97 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as the high school health occupations instructor at Centerville High School. After graduating from Indian Hills, she completed a BSN from Marycrest University and is currently working on an MSN and Family Nurse Practitioner degree at Clarkson College. She has been an adjunct clinical nursing instructor at IHCC for the last 4 years, while also working at Mercy Medical Center in Centerville. Carol and her husband Mike have 6 children: Hope, 14, Emily, 13, Adam, 11, Grant, 9, and 2-year-old twins, Lane and Brady. Email [email protected]. Jacquelyn Lapp, ’89 (AA), has recently began working at Comfort Suites at Living History Farms. She is pursuing a degree at William Penn’s College for Working Adults. Email [email protected]. Julie (DeWeese) Wolf, ’89 (Administrative Assistant), is an administrative assistant in the Parkson School District in Parkson, SD. She and her husband Mike have three sons: Derek, 16, Austin, 13, and Alex, 9. Julie noted, “I truly appreciate the opportunities and experiences that Indian Hills gave me during my education tour. I enjoyed all those that I was able to work with during those years. Thank you!” Email Julie. [email protected]. 1990s Doug Clifton, ’90 (Computer Maintenance), is the global program leader in security services and enterprise architecture and integration for Invensys Process Systems. Doug currently lives in Plano, TX. Email [email protected]. Sue Culbertson, ’90 (AA), began working at Indian Hills on October 24, 1975. Over the past 32 years, she has served IHCC as a service data processor, key punch instructor, human resources coordinator, Sue and, currently, the dean of Culbertson human resources. Sue enjoys reading and doing needle work in her spare time. She also loves working with children and cooking! Email [email protected]. Lisa Morgan, ’90 (AA), continued her education at Buena Vista after graduating from IHCC. She retuned to Indian Hills in 1994 as a recruiter in the marketing and recruiting office. She married Lisa Morgan her husband Tom in 2002, and they lived in Grinnell until her retirement from 5 Alumni & Friends Event in Des Moines Join the Alumni & Friends Association for a reception in downtown Des Moines at the Raccoon River Brewery on Thursday, April 3, from 4:30 – 7 p.m. Reconnect with former instructors and classmates while enjoying food, friendship, and fun! A variety of past and present IHCC staff members will be in attendance including Kelly & Rhonda Conrad, Bob Morrissey, and Jim Lindenmayer. For more information, please contact Bianca Myers at (641) 683-5302 or at [email protected]. Indian Hills in December of 2007. They now live in Osage Beach, MO. Jessica (Glosser) Chickering, ’91 (AA), was the 2007 recipient of the Indian Hills Community College Ashli Award. The Ashli Award is a peer nominated award that is given to an individual who goes Jessica above and beyond her duties to Chickering benefit Indian Hills and IHCC students. After graduating from Indian Hills, Jessica attended Buena Vista University. She graduated from Buena Vista in 1993 with a degree in elementary education. She then took courses at William Penn to obtain specific education endorsements. In 1997, Jessica graduated from Morningside College with her master’s degree in school guidance and counseling. Jessica is currently working on a Ph.D. at the University of Iowa in higher education and leadership. Before returning to IHCC in 2001, Jessica worked at Davis County High School as a teacher and a counselor. When Jessica returned to IHCC, she began working in the counseling office and in 2004 began working as the director of student support services and the TRIO and Upward Bound program. Jessica and her husband, Mike Chickering, ’91 (Aviation Maintenance), have 1 daughter, Elle, 3. Mike currently works at Cargill Meat Solutions in the maintenance department. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time with Elle and planning family activities. Jessica mentioned, “She is really glad to be back at Indian Hills because it feels like home!” She would also love to reconnect with her old roommates especially Patty Bower! Email [email protected]. Amy (Norris) Hammack, ’91 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in December of 2007 as the secretary in the college and industry relation division. Prior to beginning at IHCC, she was employed by Iowa Health Physicians, Amy Ottumwa Psychiatric Clinic, Hammack and Heartland Eye Care. She and her husband Brad Hammack, ’88 (AA), have 2 children, Spencer, 13, and Ellie, 10. They enjoy watching their children play sports! Email ahammack@ indianhills.edu. Matt Schuzer, ’91 (Electronics/ Telecommunications), works in Lawrence, KS, for Verizon Wireless. He is an avid 21-speed bike rider who loves to ride up the mountains of New Mexico each year. He has a golden retriever and a parakeet. He also enjoys following IHCC basketball. Email [email protected]. Linda (Goltry) Secor, ’91 (Computer Programming), married David Secor of Cedar Falls on July 7, 2007. Linda is currently employed by Cargill of Eddyville and David works for Viking Pump in Cedar Falls. Linda Secor Email [email protected]. Zack Greene, ’93 (Aviation Maintenance), has worked as an A&P mechanic for Learjet, Rocky Mountain Air, Aeroflight Executive Services, and Fly BVI in the British Virgin Islands since graduating from IHCC. He currently works at Cessna where he was hired as a manufacturing engineer but has moved on to become a six sigma blackbelt that supports the CJ, Encore and Caravan product lines. Zack lives in Wichita, KS. Email [email protected]. Jim Massengale, ’93 (Drafting Technology), went to work for Wick Homes in Wisconsin for 2 years after graduating from IHCC. While in Wisconsin, he continued to take courses at MATC and moved from Madison, WI, to Dubuque. He is currently working for Eagle Point Software as a senior software engineer working on Civil/Survey Software under the SMI product line. Email [email protected]. Sean Murphy, ’93 (AA), was a member of the Indian Hills Falcons baseball team from 19911992. After graduating from Indian Hills, he majored in journalism at Creighton University in Omaha, NE. He is currently employed by Dice and works in the marketing department as a graphic designer/email specialist. Sean resides in Windsor Heights. Email [email protected]. Helen McDowell, ’93 (AA), has worked at IHCC as the secretary of the registrar’s office for 27 years. She also graduated with a diploma in key punch, while IHCC was still at the airport campus. Helen Helen has 2 children; John McDowell McDowell, ’89 (Robotics), and Jan. In her spare time, Helen enjoys reading, antiquing, traveling, sewing, eating out, and going to the theatre. Helen noted, “I love Indian Hills and working with the younger generations.” Email [email protected]. Darrell Roberts, ’93 (AA), participated in a number of art shows throughout the United States and the Midwest. From September to January, Darrell’s art was shown in 8 art shows and galleries. He recently returned from briefly working and studying at the Vermont studio center. He received news that he was awarded a grant from the Ludwig Vogelstein Foundation. More information about Darrell is available on his website http://www. darrell-roberts.com/index.html. Emaildarrellkr@ gmail.com. Cheryl (Hansen) Sampson, ’93 (ADN), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as a fulltime clinical nursing instructor. After completing her degree at Indian Hills, she was employed by Surgery Center of West Des Moines, Des Moines General, Knoxville Area Community Hospital, and part-time at Indian Hills as a clinical nursing instructor. Email [email protected]. Tom Baker, ’94 (AA), is the regional manager of system performance for U.S. Cellular. He currently lives in Altoona. Email tom.baker@ uscellular.com. Bonnie (Gulbranson) Campbell, ’94 (AA), has been a member of the Indian Hills staff for 27 years. She began her career at Indian Hills as the accounts payable supervisor in the business office while at the Airport campus and is Bonnie currently the coordinator of Campbell human resources. Bonnie and her husband Steve have a son Kelcey. Bonnie was a 1996 recipient of the IHCC Foundation Outstanding Service Award. Bonnie remembers watching former IHCC president, Mel Everingham, sign the check that purchased the current IHCC campus. Email [email protected]. Christy (Hutchison) Surls, ’94 (AA), married Dan Surls of Iowa Falls in April of 2007. She graduated from Iowa State University with a BA in 2001 and currently is employed by MetLife Annuity Operations in Christy Surls West Des Moines as a procedure writer. Christy and Dan are avid baseball and hockey fans and watch as many games as possible. They also love antique shopping and spending time with their friends. They love living in West Des Moines and purchased their first home this summer. Email [email protected]. Chris Cheney, ’95 (AA), has recently moved to Alexandria, VA. He began working for the Disabled American Veterans as a national service officer in Jackson, MS, in 2003. He was promoted to assistant supervisor in 2007 and moved to Phoenix, AZ. In December, he was promoted to national appeals officer and moved to the Washington, D.C., area. Email maacsc@hotmail. com. Linda Marshall, ’95 (AA & Microcomputer Specialist), began working at Indian Hills in 1988. She began working with Steve Poorte and Chuck Lawson in the academic affairs office. She worked there Linda until 1997 when she moved Marshall to the payroll office as an administrative aide. She and her husband, Mike, have been married for 25 years. Mike works for John Deere and they have 2 children. Jennifer lives in Ottumwa and Cree lives in Springfield, IL. They have 2 granddaughters, Ella and Ali. Linda enjoys reading and they spend as much time as possible on the lake. Linda mentioned, “IHCC has been great to me and my family; it has provided me with a great opportunity to work around young people.” Email [email protected]. 6 Alumni Update continued Michelle (Foubert) Schultz, ’95 (AA and ADN), began working at Indian Hills in July of 2007 as an adjunct instructor in the Clinical Nursing program on the Ottumwa campus. After graduating from Indian Hills, Michelle earned a BA in psychology from Buena Vista University. Michelle was previously employed by Mahaska Health Partnership and Keokuk County Health Center. Michelle is also employed by Ottumwa Regional Health Center. She and her family reside in Delta. Email [email protected]. Indian Hills Alum Receives Awards Kali (White) VanBaale, ’95 (AA), was named one of ten recipients of the 2007 American Book Awards for excellence in literature for her Kali novel, The Space VanBaale Between. “Kali was also named winner of the 2007 Iowa Reader Literary Awards for Fiction. The honors are given annually to native born or resident Iowans in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history and biography. In addition, Kali’s book was part of the fall curriculum for the Mount Mercy College School of Nursing in Cedar Rapids. The Space Between was used for study in the area of teen-age mental health. Rebecca (Pilkington) (Leer) Finch, ’96 (AA), currently works as an elementary special education teacher for grades 4-6 at North English Elementary. After completing her degree at Indian Hills, she obtained a BA in Elementary Education from William Penn in 1998. After completing a BA, she began working at North English Elementary School in 1999. Rebecca completed a master’s degree in education from Graceland University in July of 2006. She married Justin Leer in July of 2005, and they have 5 children: Allison, 13, Kyle, 11, Alexis, 9, Audeana, 7, and Jenna, 6. Email [email protected]. Paula (Fuchs) Mitchell, ’97 (AA), has worked as a financial aid advisor on the Centerville campus since she was hired by IHCC in 1985. Paula and her husband Ron recently celebrated their 35th wedding Paula Mitchell anniversary. They have 3 daughters: Michelle Mitchell, ’93 (AA), Kelly Mitchell, ’96 (AA), and Heather Mitchell, ’03 (AA). Paula and Ron live in Centerville, where they own and operate Mitchell’s Floor Covering Inc. In her spare time, Paula enjoys sewing, reading, golfing, and taking their ’72 Chevelle to car shows. Email [email protected]. Mary Kay (Thomsen) Handling, ’98 (Administrative Assistant), is currently taking classes to complete her Associate of Arts degree at Indian Hills. Mary Kay has been employed by IHCC for 9 years as the textbook manager Mary Kay in the IHCC bookstore on the Handling Ottumwa campus. She and her husband, Wade Handling, ’89 (Welding), have been married 10 years. They have 2 children, Alex, 7, and Charlie, 3. Wade is also employed by Indian Hills in the maintenance department. In their spare time, they enjoy camping and boating. Email mkhandli@ indianhills.edu. Stephanie (Ford) Humble, ’98 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in July of 2007 as a student accounts clerk on the Ottumwa campus. Upon graduating from Indian Hills, Stephanie earned a BA in Finance and Banking Stephanie from Buena Vista University. Humble Prior to accepting the position at Indian Hills, she was employed by Midwest One Bank and Pizza Hut in Fairfield. Stephanie, her husband Jamie, and their son Corbin, 7, reside in Batavia. Email [email protected]. Sarah (Deevers) Warner, ’99 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as an early childhood teacher on the Ottumwa campus. After graduating from Indian Hills, she was employed by Child Care Resource and Referral, Mahaska Health Partnership, and IHCC Child Development Center. Email swarner@indianhills. edu. Misti Richards, ’99 (AA) and ’01 (Computer Programming), has been employed at IHCC since 2003. She began working at Indian Hills as a secretary in the educational opportunity center. She then moved to be Misti the secretary of the upward Richards bound program and is now a financial aid advisor and work study coordinator. Misti is engaged to Trent Jones, ’02 (Welding), and has 2 sons, Tim, 13, and Ricky, 5. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and shooting pool. Email [email protected]. 2000s Myshelle “Shelle” (Klicker) Harvey, ’00 (Administrative Assistant) and ’07 (AA), has been employed at Indian Hills since her graduation in 2000. She began her career at Indian Hills as a temporary worker Shelle Harvey in enrollment services, then worked as a secretary in health occupations, and is currently the secretary to the vice president of academic affairs. She and her husband, Mike, have 2 daughters, Cassie, 21, and Danielle, 17. She enjoys spending time with her daughters and plans to complete a bachelor’s degree in May from Upper Iowa University. Shelle and her family live in Blakesburg. Email [email protected]. Ruben Gotay, ’01 (AA), was a member of the Indian Hills Falcons baseball team in 2001. Indian Hills was fortunate to get Ruben when he was not drafted out of high school in Puerto Rico, but he was drafted Ruben Gotay by the Royals after his 2001 season with Indian Hills. He recently made a name for himself in major league baseball when he made continuous appearances with the New York Mets’ at second base. Through his great bat and good defense, Ruben made a significant jump into the starting lineup during the first part of the 2007 major league season. Bill Ocker, ’01 (Criminal Justice & AA), has been the juvenile liaison officer at Creston High School for the past 4 years. After graduating from IHCC, he continued his education at Simpson College where he earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Drake in public administration. Bill and his fiancé live in Creston. He is involved with many different community organizations such as Youth in Action, Union County Empowerment, and school improvement committees. Bill noted, “I will always be indebted to Indian Hills for not just the education, but all the things that have come with getting a degree from Indian Hills. I cannot use words to describe how proud I am to be an alumnus of IHCC, not to mention how proud I am to have had Sam (Swaim) and Dave (Talbert) as my teachers, mentors, and now friends.” Email [email protected]. Justin Baker, ’02 (Radiologic Technology), is currently racing factory stock cars and modifieds. He has lived in a number of different places including Des Moines; Springfield, MO; and Kansas City, MO. While in Des Moines, he played part of a season for the Iowa Threshers semi-pro football team. He currently lives at Clear Lake in Waseca, MN, and holds a radiology job in Spirit Lake, IA. Email [email protected]. Jeremy Brown, ’02 (Computer Programmer Analyst), is employed by Northop Grumman Mission Systems & JBPD.net as a mission systems developer. He currently lives in Sierra Vista, AZ. Email [email protected]. Andrea Covert, ’02 (AA), is an attorney with Robberts Law Office. She works and lives in Burlington. Email [email protected]. Cory Lindberg, ’02 (AA), graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in June of 2007 and joined his family’s practice at the Ottumwa Chiropractic Clinic. He and his wife, Holly, welcomed their son, Levi, on October 17, 2006. Email corylindberg@ yahoo.com. Amanda Shannon, ’02 (Computer Programming) and ’07 (Computer Forensics), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as a web systems programmer on the Ottumwa campus. Amanda Amanda enjoys participating in a Shannon fantasy football league with her father and brother! She resides in Chariton. Email [email protected]. Brooke (Atha) Bell, ’03 (AA), is a manager for Target in St. Joseph, MO. She recently married James Bell and they reside in Savannah, MO. Email [email protected]. Patchouli (Blackford) de Gomez, ’03 (Admin. Asst) and ’04 (AA), is employed in the Long Term Care Unit of the Henry County Health Center. She and her husband, Onan, have 2 children. Their daughter Madisun is 7, and their son Onan is 3. She and her family live in Mt. Pleasant, and she enjoys spending time with her children. Email [email protected]. Makyla (Sprouse) Maize, ’03 (Computer Systems), began working at Indian Hills in July of 2007 as an instructor in the Computer Networks and Security program on the Ottumwa campus. Prior to working at Indian Hills, Makyla was employed by Hills Bank and Trust in Hills, IA. She lives in Washington, IA. Email mmayize@ indianhills.edu. Melinda Rockett, ’04 (Early Childhood), is employed by American Home Child Care Center. She resides in Ottumwa. Michelle Sieler, ’04 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as the assistant volleyball coach, building supervisor, and intramural sports coordinator. In January of 2008, Michelle took over Michelle the position as recruiter in the Sieler IHCC marketing and recruiting division. She was a member of the Indian Hills volleyball team in 2003 and 2004 and was a member of the first Indian Hills volleyball team to win the Region XI championship. After graduating from Indian Hills, she continued her education and volleyball career at Iowa Wesleyan College and obtained a BA in Mass Media and Journalism. Michelle lives in Ottumwa with her fiancé. Email [email protected] Lora Ann (Shelangoski) Tabbert, ’04 (AA), is working at Ventura Schools as a junior high and high school history teacher and head varsity volleyball coach. She married Troy Tabbert on May 19, 2007, and they live in Manly. Troy works as a CPA for McGladrey & Pullen in Mason City. Tiffany Nickell, ’05 (Health Unit Coordinator), is the new site monitor at the Indian Hills Lucas County Service Center in Chariton. She also works full time at the Lucas County Health Center. She and her husband Joesph Nickell, ’04 (Criminal Justice), enjoy hiking, camping, running, biking, and vacationing. After Joseph graduated from Indian Hills, he completed a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice at IHCC through Buena Vista. Email [email protected]. Cassie Parrish, ’05 (ADN), began working at Indian Hills in August of 2007 as an adjunct instructor in the clinical nursing program. Cassie is also employed by Mercy Medical Center in Centerville. She and her husband have one son and enjoy being outdoors, riding four-wheelers, and watching ultimate fighting and professional wrestling. Email [email protected]. Lauranda Stoner, ’06 (ADN), and her fiancé Ryan are planning to move to Canada after she completes a nursing degree at South Missouri State University. She currently resides in Albia. Email [email protected]. Tabatha Craver, ’07 (AA), began working at Indian Hills in January of 2008 as secretary of the marketing, recruiting, and admissions division. She completed an associate’s degree at Indian Hills and a bachelor’s Tabatha degree at Buena Vista in Craver criminal justice in 2007. She has a 2-year-old daughter, Zayda. Email tcraver@ indianhills.edu. Mona Dean, ’07 (AA), has 2 children, Dylan and Kili. Kili graduated from IHCC in ’99. Scott Peters, ’07 (Computer Networks), recently accepted a position as the network administrator for Warren County. Scott lives in Indianola. Email [email protected]. Births Nathan Arnold, ’97 (Criminal Justice), welcomed Carson Duane on January 15, 2007. Nathan and his wife Angela currently live in Kansas City, MO. Todd Arnold, ’99 (RadiologicTech-nology), welcomed Jay Michael on August 9, 2007. Todd recently completed a degree in nursing. He and his wife Jill live in Todd Arnold Columbia, MO. Amanda Burgett, ’99 (AA), welcomed Callie Renee on August 7, 2007. Amanda is a teacher in Las Vegas, NV, and has obtained a master’s degree in educational leadership. She plans to pursue an administrative position in the Las Vegas area. Email [email protected]. Denise Lippincott, ’06 (AA) and Casey Fogle, ’04 (AA), welcomed Emma Greyce on July 24, 2007. Email [email protected]. In Memory IHCC Alumni Merle Reisner, ’37 (CCC), passed away December 26, 2007, in Des Moines. After graduating from Centerville Community College, he taught in the Appanoose County Rural Schools for 3 years. He then entered the military where he spent the majority of his years fighting in World War II. After being discharged from the military, he completed a bachelor’s degree in education at Drake University. Merle continued in the education field and was a teacher and principal for 34 years before retiring in 1982. Mary Paxson, ’55, passed away June 20, 2007, in Marshalltown. Mary was employed as a food manager for Bishop’s Buffet as well as Hotel Ottumwa. She worked at the Marshalltown Food Service, was a culinary arts instructor at Indian Hills, and owned Paxson Lawn Ornaments in Marshalltown. She and her husband, Richard, raised 5 children: Allan, Randy, Tammy, Rebecca, and Dianne. Joseph Rob “Bob” Russell, ’69 (Automotive Mechanics), passed away December 13, 2007. In 1979, Bob co-founded and operated Hawkeye Molding in Albia, and later Bob became the complete owner of the company. He was also very active in the community as a member of Monroe County Water Board, assistant director of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association of Iowa, and a member of Knights of Columbus Council 4167 of Albia. He is survived by his wife, Trish, and 3 children: Jason, Julie, and Jodi. John S. Ensz, ’70 (Computer Programming), passed away January 13, 2007. John served in the United States Marine Corps until 1970, after which he attended Indian Hills. John was employed by Timber Frame, Ben Shinn Trucking, and Ensz Construction. John enjoyed fishing, hunting, and NASCAR racing. Ralph Ritz, ’75 (TV & Appliance Repair) and ’99 (Introduction to Computers), passed away November 19, 2007, in Fairfield. After graduating from Selma High School, he served in the U.S. Army, and then worked at John Morrell & Co. for 23 years. After Morrell’s closed, he attended Indian Hills and became a self-employed repairman in the Selma-Douds area until retiring in 2004. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn, and 3 daughters, Lisa (Ritz) O’Toole, Becky (Ritz) Douglass, and Jenny (Ritz) Long; 7 grandchildren; and 1 greatgranddaughter. Darrell Graves Sr., ’77 (Aviation), passed away August 16, 2007. Darrell was employed with the Department of Defense for 31 years. He and his wife, Chris, raised 2 sons, Darrell Graves Jr. and David Graves. Kerry McDaniel, ’79 (Criminal Justice), passed away December 14, 2007, in Maryville, MO. Prior to his death, he worked at Clarinda Academy working with troubled kids for 8 years. Kerry is survived by his longtime companion, Dorothy Brumbaugh. Sherry (Taylor) Alexander, ’80 (Machine Tech), passed away June 19, 2007, in Gillette, WY. Sherry and her husband Andrew raised 2 sons, Erick and Justin. Allen Anderson, ’80 (Airframe Mechanics), passed away July 26, 2007, in Princeton, MO. Allen was active in Rotary, Farm Bureau at the state level, and was co-owner of Rural Health Care Advantage with his wife, Kim. He is survived by his wife and 4 children: Sarah, Jacob, Anna, and Maggie. Hope (Hurst) Proctor, ’80 (ADN), passed away November 7, 2007, in Albia. After graduating from Indian Hills, she worked as an in-home caregiver for 20 years. John Snoddy, ’85 (Aviation Maintenance), passed away December 23, 2007. He was a mechanic for TWA and American Airlines. He is survived by his wife, Jessica, and son, Jason. Reesa Franklin-Schwantes, ’86 (Computer Programming), passed away July 4, 2007, in Keosauqua. She was a self-employed owner and operator of a grain semi-tractor and trailer, worked at Tri-County Grain in Eldon, and was a substitute rural mail carrier out of the Douds Post Office. She was also a member of the Soap Creek Saddle Club and enjoyed taking her daughter, Sylvia, to rodeos and riding horses. Lesley (Smith) Zimmerman, ’87 (Computer Programming), passed away October 31, 2007, at the University of Iowa Hospitals after a long battle with cancer. After graduating from Indian Hills, she worked at Softactics Incorporated. Lesley was also a Sunday school teacher; a sponsor for Tes Trams Sorority; an active member of Ottumwa Service League, Ottumwa Symphony Guild, Horace Mann PTA; and a longtime supporter of the Barracuda Swim Team. She and her husband, Curt, had 2 children, Max and Erin. Michele Dirksen, ’89 (Health Information Technology), passed away September 16, 2007, at the Good Samaritan Nursing & Rehab Center of ALS – Lou Gehrig’s disease. After graduating For IHCC Alumni & Friends Henry Gail,’07 (AA), passed away September 21, 2007, due to a drowning accident in the Des Moines River. He was a student at Indian Hills and was taking classes in the journalism field. He enjoyed being outdoors, loved to hunt, and was a member of the Boy Scouts. Alumni Update continued from Indian Hills, she worked at Grinnell General in Grinnell; St. John’s Medical Center in Springfield, MO; and Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. She is survived by her 2 children, Drew and Chloe Dirksen. Dianne Underwood, ’91 (ADN), passed away July 21, 2007, at Hospice House in Ottumwa. She is survived by her husband, Dennis; a son, Ronald Shedenhelm Jr.; 3 daughters, Dawna (Shedenhelm) Wilson, Beverly Shedenhelm, and Sonya (Shedenhelm) Chapin; 10 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandson. Jerry Bishop, ’95 (AA), passed away January 14, 2007, at his home in Ottumwa. Jerry retired in 1977 after serving 23 years in the Air Force. He began working for the Ottumwa Courier in 1997 and also enjoyed woodworking and genealogy. He and his wife, Joyce, raised 3 sons: Dusty, Matthew, and Josh. Colleen (Selser) Kitterman, ’97 (AA), passed away November 3, 2007, at her home in Ottumwa. After graduating from Indian Hills, she worked at Everco and then at Cargill Meat Solutions. She and her husband, Pete, had 2 daughters, Carol (Kitterman) Rounds and Kristy (Kitterman) Jensen. Ann Wasko, ’99 (AA), passed away October 6, 2007, in Lincoln, NE. She attended IHCC and The Universal Center of Healing Arts for Massage Therapy. Melissa (Whisler) (Houghtlen) SalcedoMunoz, ’05 (AA), passed away May 4, 2007, near Biggsville, IL, in an automobile accident. Melissa was employed as a laboratory technician for Ottumwa Regional Health Center and was an avid Moulton-Udell Booster. Angela Hamm, ’06 (LPN), passed away September 30, 2007, as a result of an auto accident on her way home from work at Ottumwa Regional Health Center. A 2003 graduate of Ottumwa High School, she attended Crown College in Powell, TN, and then returned to complete her education at Indian Hills. She is survived by her parents Jim and Joni Hamm 2 sisters, Stephanie (Hamm) Skinner and Katelyn Hamm; 1 brother Brian; 2 nephews and 1 niece. Anthony Reyes, ’06 (AA), passed away November 21, 2007 surrounded by family and friends. He was a 2004 graduate of Ottumwa High School. He worked in Las Vegas, NV, at the Venetian Casino before returning to Ottumwa and attending Indian Hills. He is survived by his parents, Glenda and Stace Heckart and Ruben and Marilyn Reyes; brothers and sisters, Erik, Dana and Austin Reyes, and Kyle and Morgan Heckart. IHCC Friends Raymond Bennett (IHCC retired staff member) passed away November 13, 2007, in Truth or Consequences, NM. Raymond attended school in Ottumwa and was employed at John Morrell & Co. and later as an instructor at Indian Hills. He is survived by his son, David, daughter, Sue, 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandsons. James Briggs (spouse of IHCC retired staff member Miriam Briggs) passed away January 4, 2008. He was an Army veteran of WWII and the Korean War, and he worked for the John Morell Company, Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Chicago, and Connecticut Mutual Life in Ottumwa. He is survived by his wife, Miriam, and 3 children: James Briggs, Dennis Fisher, and John Fisher. Russell Cadwallader (IHCC retired staff member) passed away December 18, 2007, in Ottumwa. Prior to retirement, Russell worked as the bookkeeper for Fred Harvey Dining Service in Chicago, Goodyear Tire, Carroll Lumber Company, and the Ottumwa Credit Bureau. He is survived by his wife, Dorotha, and children William, Patricia, Robert, and Richard. Kent Christensen (IHCC faculty member) passed away January 8, 2008, in Iowa City. Originally from Anita, Kent attended Graceland College and taught at numerous colleges across Iowa. He taught at Indian Hills until he passed away. Kent is survived by his parents, Tom and Joanne Christensen, and 3 sisters. Jerry Culbertson (longtime IHCC supporter) passed away December 3, 2007, in Ottumwa. Jerry was an avid supporter of Indian Hills; he especially enjoyed attending the basketball games. After graduating from Ottumwa High School, he served in the U.S. Navy and worked at John Deere for 40 years before retiring in 1994. He is survived by his wife Sue, an Indian Hills employee and alumnus; 2 children, Lisa and Daniel; and 6 grandchildren. Joyce Dicks (IHCC retired staff member) passed away January 3, 2008, at the Hospice House in Ottumwa. After receiving her education in California and teaching there for many years, she retired and moved back to Iowa. She worked for 4 years at the Prairie Trails Museum in Corydon before returning to teaching at Indian Hills on the Centerville campus. She is survived by her IHCC Alumni Update New Career? New Address? New Baby? Do you have family or career news to share in the Indian Hills Alumni Association Newsletter? Have you changed your address, phone number, or email address? If so, send us an update! Name (Mr/Ms) Former Name Program (s) Graduation Year or Years Attended Address City State Zip Phone Number(s) (H) (W) E-mail Address Employer Title Spouse Children Did spouse and/or children attend IHCC? Graduation Year or Years Attended What’s new with you? (Marriage, Baby, Career Change) Please mail or fax the above form to: Indian Hills; Bianca Myers; 525 Grandview Avenue; Ottumwa, IA 52501. Fax: 641-683-5184 Phone: 641-683-5302 E-mail: [email protected] 7 husband, Donald; daughters Dawn (Dicks) Moore and Stephanie (Dicks) Hall; and 3 grandchildren. Darrel Ensz (IHCC retired staff member) passed away November 18, 2007 at the Hospice House in Bettendorf. Before working at Indian Hills, Darrel was a college professor at William Penn. He and his wife, Vera, had 3 children; Judith (Ensz) Flax, Joe Amissah, and John Ensz. Doris Frost (IHCC retired staff member) passed away October 19, 2007, at the Ottumwa Hospice House. Prior to working at Indian Hills, Doris was employed by Universal CIT, Iowa-Illinois Gas and Electric Co, and several doctors’ offices. She retired from IHCC in 1981 and worked at the Ottumwa Regional Gift Shop for 20 years. She and her husband, Dick, were married for 49 years. Robert Mason (IHCC retired staff member) passed away December 16, 2007, in Bloomfield. While at Indian Hills, he was a department chair of computer maintenance and electronics. He is survived by his wife, Marie, and daughters, Sue and Gayle. Raymond Stewart Sr. (IHCC retired staff member) passed away December 3, 2007, at Good Samaritan Nursing and Rehab Center. After graduating from Numa High School, he joined the Army Air Corp where he would serve at Fort Dix, NJ, during World War II. After leaving the Army, as a sergeant, he worked at John Morrell & Co. and farmed until 1973. He then began working at Indian Hills where he worked in the maintenance department until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Mary; 2 daughters, Sharon (Stewart) Pull and Mary Jo (Stewart) Carnes; son Raymond, 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Have you finalized your estate plans? By including the Indian Hills Community College Foundation in your estate plan, you will help to continue the IHCC legacy for generations to come. A planned gift— including a bequest, charitable remainder trust, or charitable gift annuity—provides valuable financial and estate-planning benefits while achieving lasting support for Indian Hills. For more information on making a planned gift, please contact your attorney and Rhonda Conrad, Indian Hills Foundation Executive Director, at 641-683-5115 or at [email protected]. Successful November Alumni & Friends Reception Many Indian Hills’ alumni, staff, and friends of the college enjoyed a reception held at the Tom Arnold Net Center following the basketball game on Saturday, November 17. They enjoyed food and beverages, music by DJ Skinny, and great company. Many people received IHCC clothing and other items as door prizes throughout the night. The event was sponsored by Coca-Cola, Golden Eagle Distributing, Hy-Vee and the IHCC Alumni Association. A similar event is being planned for next year, but the date has not been determined. Details will be available in the August version of the Alumni & Friends newsletter as well as on the IHCC website, Facebook, and MySpace. IHCC Alumni & Friends Jeff and Wendy (Bishop) Wiley, ’89 (Computer Programming) visit with John Hopwood, ’01 (Industrial Maintenance), and Connie (Hendren) Hopwood, ’92 (LPN) ’99 (Administrative Assistant) ’07 (ADN). I would lik Ind Indian Hills Memory Paths Ottum Leave a Lasting Legacy Name: Indian Hills is developing Memory Paths on the Ottumwa and Centerville campuses. The Memory Path on the Ottumwa campus will circle the pond located behind the Hellyer Student Life Center. The Memory Path on the Centerville campus will be located near the recently-renovated barn, which houses that campus’ student union. As a part of these exciting projects, the public is invited to purchase engraved stones that will be incorporated into the walkways. When you purchase a stone for the Indian Hills Memory Path, you will be memorializing your name or the name of a loved one. Installation dates will occur twice each year. One installation will take place in September and the other installation will be done in April. By making your purchases prior to the September installation, you will ensure that your stone is in place for annual Homecoming festivities. The April installation ensures that your stone is in place for spring commencement ceremonies. All proceeds from the Memory Path will provide scholarships for students at Indian Hills through the IHCC Foundation. If you have questions, please contact Bianca Myers at (800) 726-2585, ext. 5302, or (641) 683-5302. You can also email her at [email protected]. Street: Make a lasting contribution to Indian Hills Community College: * Honor a loved one * Recognize an individual, group or company * Highlight a special event Types of Stones Available John Smithson May 2007 RE 4” x 8” Red Brick - $50 Up to three lines with a maximum of 14 spaces per line. City: Enclosed is purchase o Memory Pa Check Name on C Exp. Date Card # The Deer Family John and Jane Jackie, Bill & Lisa Signature F 8” x 8” Granite - $100 Up to six lines with a maximum of 14 spaces per line. Indian Hills Community College Ottumwa - Centerville 8” x 12” Granite - $150 Up to six lines with a maximum of 21 spaces per line. Logos may be added at an additional charge. Contact Bianca Myers for more information. Please mak Foundatio card inform Indian H 525 Gra Ottumw For design please indi ____ Fr ____ Em The India designated a 501(c)(3 your brick 170 of the INDIAN HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 525 Grandview Ave., Bldg. 1, Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 You can help the next generation of students, please remember the IHCC Foundation in your will. s ate on ni D ecepti lum iends R r gA t itin i & F Exc lumn y Nigh uction A 3 - A ebrit pril 5 - Cel ndation ide! *A s 1 Fou s in pril * A ril 26 - Detail p *A Alumni Clusters in Iowa NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Return Service Requested Are you interested in finding out who are the IHCC alumni living in your area? Would you like to help plan and organize activities for this group? If your answer to either of these questions is “Yes,” you can help us! The IHCC Alumni Office is looking for people to help determine and coordinate events for the more than 13,500 alumni living throughout Iowa. You know what activities people would like, and you can be involved in making them happen. Please contact Bianca Myers, alumni coordinator, at (641) 683-5302 or at [email protected] to share your thoughts and to begin the planning process. IHCC computer programming alumni in the Des Moines area (l-r) Torey Maerz (’01), David Stanley (’01), Mark Roland (’04), and Jeff VanBaale (’91) are assisting in planning an alumni cluster event in Des Moines. Indian Hills Association Alumni & Friends SPRING 08 Record Turnout for IHCC Homecoming Congressman Dave Lobesack and Indian Hills President Jim Lindemayer talk before the start of the 5K Race. Homeco ming R o y a up Kale Wyngard lty (l-r) King Run neren, of Ott Runn u e m ru w p a A ;, lex Bens Queen Queen R on, of O ea g tt o u n m A wa; n thony, of King C J a a rl k is e le W ;a eeber of Dubuque nd . More than 2,100 staff, students, alumni, and community members turned out for the IHCC Homecoming festivities in October. More than 100 Indian Hills volunteers assisted in planning and hosting events throughout the week that were open to all alumni and friends of Indian Hills. A number of events were held during the week for current IHCC students including a carnival night, movie night, game night, stupid human tricks, real deal crazy game show, laser show, and king and queen coronation. Jake Webber, of Dubuque, was crowned the 2007 Homecoming King and Reagon Anthony, of Carlisle, was crowned queen. Homecoming is a time to invite alumni and the community to enjoy events on campus. Events throughout the week and during the weekend were organized by a number of IHCC groups including Rural Health Educational Center open house, IHCC volleyball tournament, theatre performance Celebrate Sondheim, 5K Race/1 Mile Walk, chair massages, IHCC Fall Brawl softball tournament, car and motorcycle show, entries in the Oktoberfest parade, children’s carnival and craft fair, Alumni & Friends reception, basketball open practice, campus tours, IHCC soccer game, and Rosario Andino piano concert. We look forward to seeing you for Homecoming 2008 – the week of September 29 through October 5. rs ff membe ences sta king Arts & Sci zes in ma s” of all si ng assist “kid ones duri stepping st ir. concrete n’s craft fa the childre ng ces duri paint fa ns staff ccupatio arnival. Health O the children’s c Page 3 | Sports Update Membe rs of the IH C Oktobe C D ram rfest pa rade thro a Club particip ate ug h d o w ntown O d in the ttumwa . 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