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Wooster Magazine: Spring 2016

Karol Crosbie

The spring 2016 issue of the Wooster magazine shares a diverse collection of Independent Studies from 2016 by the following students: Kelli Baxtrom, Michael Williams, Krysden Schantz, Popi Palchoudhuri, Abigail Leanne Frank, William Rial, Nick Flannery, Emily Baird, Katarina Greensdale, Clare Carlson, Jacob Beckstead, Laura Darby, Isabel Perman, and Emma W. Nathanson. This issue also celebrates the 60th birthday of the Jenny Investment Club, started by John Sell, named after Hans Jenny. Slam poetry also gets a special section, as the Wooster magazine explores activism and the spoken word; Slam poets, Hannah “Bird” Jackson ’18, Lexi Pacheco ’18, Caira Lee ’16, among others, are mentioned. This issue also says goodbye to Mateer Hall, including a brief biography of Dr. Horace Mateer and the Mateer Hall building. This issue also commemorates the opening of the Melissa Shultz Nature Preserve and retirements of John Gabriele and John Finn.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2016

Karol Crosbie

The winter 2016 issue of the Wooster magazine focuses on building cultural community. William Longbrake ’65 introduces Sarah Bolton as the next Wooster President. Mark Wilson ’78 received a prestigious national award from the Council on Undergraduate Research. Distinguished Alumni include Lucius F. Ellsworth ’63, Elizabeth Eaton ’77, and George Davis ’64. This issue also took a behind-the-scenes look at leadership and critical thinking, highlighting: William McCulloch ’23, Max Lesko ’06, Justina Williams ’02, Jeff Beck ’92, Bruce Peterjohn ’74, Reverend Heidi Kugler ’94, Dave Unsworth ’81, and Art Pearce ’95. There is a section on International ambassadors (thriving international students); students included are Ruben Aguero Quinteros, Khue Minh Hoang, Lango Sichizya, and Nisa Usman. This issue also lists legacy students, promotes Dick Figge’s podcast, and shows David Morrow ’16 and Kelly Brethauer ’16 studying abroad in China for “A Wooster Moment.”
Wooster Magazine: Fall 2015

Karol Crosbie

The fall 2015 issue of the Wooster magazine celebrates 100 years of the Wooster Symphony Orchestra. Past conductors mentioned include: Daniel Parmelee, Homer E. Crain, Daniel Parmelee, Alan C. Collins, Stuart Ling, Marshall Haddock, Manuel Prestamo, Nancy Garlick, Dale Moore, Jack Gallagher, and Jeffrey Lindberg. There is also a profile on Don Swegan ’47 as an athlete, educator, and administrator. This issue also includes the 2015 annual report and donor list, a piece on Interim President S. Gloria Nugent and her “One Wooster” campaign, reflections on Ted Celeste ’67, and a piece dedicated to the Holden Annex coming down after 90 years of “temporary” service. There is a section about Wooster’s connection with Ghana through the Ashesi University College (which employed Ngozi Cole ’15 and Caroline Bybee ’15) and the Akaa Project, in which Lauren Grimanis ’12, Annelise Bay ’16, and Eryn Greaney ’14 are involved. Lastly, there is a section titled “The Keys to Success,” which draws from Howard Lowry ’23, Bill Townsend ’86, Doug Strickler ’84, Ben Schrock ’08, Jill Chokey Ramsier ’95, Johanna Tilbury ’77, Sundaram Tagore ’84, Jamie Christensen ’86, Keith Nahigian ’90, and Federico Erebia ’84. Chris Perrin ’18 closes out the issue with some information on Wooster’s new Peace Corps Prep Program.
Wooster Magazine: Summer 2015

Karol Crosbie

The summer 2015 issue of the Wooster magazine covers several different cases. It recaps the beginning of Interim President S. Gloria Nugent’s leadership in the College, details the sustainable budget initiative positions for Wooster’s future, and announces the retirement of Hayden Schilling with quotes from Michael Ruttinger ’05, Megan Prichard ’07, John D. Faust ’86, Keith Beckett, and Megan Thomas ’08. The issue also recaps Wooster’s biggest fundraising day ever (the five big gifts), archaeology conference contingents, and Black and Gold Weekend. During Black and Gold Weekend, Nancy Roha Meislahn ’65 spoke about her 50th reunion and was pictured with Don Bean, and Lee Stekla ’80 simulated the graduation ceremony she never attended, with the help of Michael Lauber ’80 and Elizabeth Van Cheef Lauber ’81. There is a section detailing the Independent Studies of seniors Blair Heidkamp, Mitch Czerniak, Teresa Butel, Lauren MacDonald, Christopher Scimecca, M. Jalen Goodwin, and Gabrielle Morrison, as well as a piece on the Wayne County Historical Society, with profiles on alumni volunteers Richard Peterson ’70, Mary Eberhart ’55, Joe Retzler ’50, Cameron Flint ’97, Susan Zimmerman ’95, Lynette Mattson ’08, Dave Broehl ’69, and Louise Keating ’77. The issue closes out with a bit on the Wooster Equestrian and club president Lauren MacDonald ’15, with Cassidy Jester ’15 pictured.
Wooster Magazine: Spring 2015

Karol Crosbie

The spring 2015 issue of the Wooster magazine examines Wooster alumni architects, Wooster’s Pre-Architecture program, as well as the architects that contributed to campus. Wooster alumni architects mentioned include Eric Bloom ’97, Amy Johnson ’01, John Howey ’54, Mark Kosmos ’91, Kian Goh ’96, Tania Bruno ’90, Bill Westhafer ’76. Architects who have contributed to campus, including Robert Kliment, Bob Shaeffner, and Mark Careaga, were interviewed. This issue also included a message from President Grant Cornwell about his leaving the college. Retirements include Lyn Loveless and Theodor Duda. Distinguished alumni include Barbara Frajola Atkinson ’64 and David R. Hopkins ’70. There is a section that remembers Richard T. Gore and another that reflects on three deaths in the Wooster community, those of Melissa Schultz, Rhishav Choudhury, and Nancy Tinoza ’12. This issue also describes the “Bee” sculpture by Kim Palagyi ’15 and Doug Brush’s gift to the College. There is also a section dedicated to the Longbrake Student Wellness Center.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2015

Karol Crosbie

The winter 2015 issue of the Wooster Magazine covers many bases. It reflects on Wooster’s past from Harold Lowry to the 21st Century, a section written by Errol K. Footlick ’56. The Wooster Volunteer Network is given the spotlight for a section. The story of Harriet Steiner Sands ’31 is told by Katherine Harper ’85. Additionally, Will Lance ’57 shares the value of a liberal education and a Q and A with John Hopkins and President Grant Cornwell discusses issues related to liberal arts and higher education. There are pieces on the College’s nursery school and Chorus.
Wooster Magazine: Fall 2014

Karol Crosbie

The Fall 2014 edition of the Wooster Magazine showcases the newly opened dorm, Gault Schoolhouse, on the cover. President Grant Cornwell opens the issue with an article about student debt. A section titled "Pain and Grace" delves into Ramses Clements '10 experience working with the Bellefaire JCB’s Homeless and Missing Youth Program. Mieke Vandersall '98 discusses her work with the Presbyterian Church since 2004 to end denominational discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Kristen Leslie '83 and her involvement regarding the topic of rape in the military. A number of Wooster students and their reaction to the border conflicts and tragedies are highlighted from page 26-29. Next, the financial summary for 2014 is featured. The issue closes with some students experiences abroad.
Wooster Magazine: Summer 2014

Karol Crosbie

This Summer 2014 edition of the Wooster Magazine begins with an article regarding liberal arts education and Moot Court. The Shack has officially been knocked down and an image from that is featured on page four. Photos and other highlighted from the 2014 Alumni Weekend are featured on pages eight to ten. Some Independent Study projects from the class of 2014 from pages fifteen to twenty-seven. There is a section by Karol Crosbie regarding equal pay in women's athletics highlighting the timeline for the past 50 years.
Wooster Magazine: Spring 2014

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine from Spring 2014 begins with an article by the Vice President for Enrollment & College Relations, Scott Friedhoff, about the admissions process. Karol Crosbie writes a section on five must see movies. The next section discusses the teaching minor with licensure and the experiences students and graduates have. To close the magazine, there is a small paragraph regarding the five day summer music camp.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2014

Karol Crosbie

The Winter 2014 edition of the Wooster Magazine highlights many different topics. Editor Karol Crosbie gives the top 10 reasons why she likes her job as an introduction in the magazine. The beloved restaurant, The Shack, has closed its doors for good. The college's radio station, WOO 91, has a new home in the basement of Lowry Center. There is a section about the plants on campus and how they are seen by different people on campus. Some students in Charles Kammer's religious study course, "Just Work" share their experience working in Lowry Dining Hall. Karol Crosbie put together a section highlighting some alumni that are now noteworthy chefs.
Wooster Magazine: Fall 2013

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine from Fall of 2013 highlights those who have donated money for scholarships, the college budget, summer programs for students, and reviews the year. A section celebrates the 20 years of AMRE (Applied Mathematics Research Experience). Summer research program projects in physics are highlighted. The evolution of the Lilly Project to APEX is then discussed, along with students that were able to receive APEX Fellows. Professor Olivia Navarro-Farr and her archaeological team discovered the tomb of Lady K'abel in northwestern Guatemala. Images from Maddie Socolar's Independent Study are highlighted on the final page.
Wooster Magazine: Summer 2013

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the summer of 2013. The edition begins with an article by alum David Gilliss '80 reflecting on the Wooster Network and Independent Study. Page four features an article by President Grant Cornwell about Wooster's slogan, "America's premier college for mentored undergraduate research." A section by Karol Crosbie looks at the Scot Center and its fitness program. Both the women's and men's Ultimate Frisbee teams are highlighted in a story regarding their history and present. An advertisement for Alumni Weekend is on page six and seven. Some seniors have their independent studies highlighted. Class Notes are featured from page 36 to 63.
Wooster Magazine: Spring 2013

Karol Crosbie

The Spring 2013 edition of the Wooster Magazine focuses on sustainability on the College of Wooster campus. Now known as Gault Schoolhouse, the Learning Center transferred the ownership of the building to the college at no cost. Jim Clarke ’59, Ken Fischer ’66, and Diane Jorkasky ’73 will be the three alumni to receive the Distinguished alumni award. The Community Bike Program has a feature article in the sustainability section. Student activists have been able to make a difference regarding bottled water, which will not be sold (with the exception of SmartWater). 33 filtered bottle refill stations have been installed throughout campus. Following the sustainability section, the archaeology department and its professors are featured. Karol Crosbie's story highlights the history of the college's foundation and very beginnings.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2013

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster magazine from Winter 2013 begins with a section on Legacy Students, specifically Thea Zimmerman and Richard Poethig. The following section discusses college admission and retention. Five Wooster photographers are highlighted: Clint Thayer and Robyn Perrin '96, Michael Fagans '91, Joan Blanchard '78, Emma Powell '08, and Matt Dilyard (the photographer for the college). The magazine closes with a small blurb about the beginning of the pipe band at the college, as well as the competition that was held in October.
Wooster Magazine: Fall 2012

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the fall of 2012. The magazine begins with an introductory article by President Grant Cornwell about why this edition is the first one to include the annual report and honor roll of donors. The class of 2016 was welcomed to campus on move in day, which has become a tradition. The Wooster Ethic was created by Dean of Students Kurt Holmes, and it launched in 2005. APEX, the Center for Advising, Planning, and Experiential Learning, opened its doors this fall.
Wooster Magazine: Summer 2012

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the summer of 2012. The magazine begins with an introductory article by Karol Crosbie regarding higher education being under stipulation. Some newest alumni of the college (class of 2012) are highlighted on page four. Photos from alumni weekend are featured from page eight to nine. The newly opened and renovated athletic center is featured next from page ten to fifteen, it opened this past January. Five alumni with a knack for adventure are highlighted in the next section: Nicole Greene '05, Bentley Wall '88, Max Selby '51, Charles Buchwald '85, and Will Lange '57. Kris Fronzak, Willa Cary, Arielle Neu, Leann Do, Kathrin Reed, Kristen Connors, Morag Neill, and Megan Lazorski's Independent Studies are highlighted.
Wooster Magazine: Spring 2012

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the Spring of 2012. President Grant Cornwell opens the magazine with an article on the mission of the college and how one student, Lauren Grimanis '12, is a great example of the mission. Books published recently by alumni are featured on page three. Legacy students are then highlighted. Larry Stewart, Professor of English is retiring this spring. Distinguished alumni that will be honored at alumni weekend include: Tom Welty '65, Ronald Hughes '70, and Irwin Lee Reese '75. Pages twelve to nineteen feature students that volunteered recently. Professor of Geology Mark Wilson and many alumni in the field of paleontology are featured next. The evolution of Andrews Library from its building in 1962 to the present day is looked at.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2012

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the Winter of 2012. Students in Professor Mangubi's printmaking class last semester created very large prints with the help of a 12 ton steamroller. The college has a new core message to deliver, "America's premier college for mentored undergraduate research."Recent books published by alumni are on page six. The Communication Sciences and Disorders major is featured from page eight to nineteen. The next section highlights alumni and current students/faculty working with sculpture as their art medium of choice. Annie B Irish was Wooster's first female faculty member and PhD recipient, her legacy is recalled from page 29 to 35.
Wooster Magazine: Fall 2011

Karol Crosbie

The Fall 2011 issue of the Wooster magazine features 10 Alumni who work in the State of Ohio. These alumni include: Pat Kindig ‘00, Laura Neill ‘89, Bobby Vega ‘05, Lorraine Merrill ‘54, Bill Spratley ‘70, Ted Celeste ‘67, Andrew Bishop ‘05, Steve Schmid ‘74, Leila Atassi ‘02, and Barbara Ludwig ‘82. The class of 2015 is welcomed to campus on page four. Recent books published by alumni are on page nine. The magazine follows the 100 year old footprint of Wooster alumnus Guo Bingwen, who shaped Chinese higher education.
Wooster Magazine: Summer 2011

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the summer of 2011. The magazine begins with an article by editor Karol Crosbie about IS celebrations--IS Monday and IS Symposium. Sara Patton '67 has retired this summer from her position as the vice president for development. Twelve student's Independent Studies are featured with the overarching theme of popular culture. Four alumni are highlighted for their farming practices: David Cleverdon '63, Susan Ordway Hurd '72, Sharon Mortimer Roeder '93, and Mike Eisenstat '70. The magazine concludes with an excerpt from L Gordon Tait's new manuscript titled Personal Reflections on the History of Religion at The College of Wooster.
Wooster Magazine: Spring 2011

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the spring of 2011. The magazine opens with a letter by Sara Patton saying farewell as she retires from her job as vice president for development. President Grant Cornwell wrote an article about renewing connections with India from page two to three. Margo Warner Curl, Nancy Anderson, and Roger Collier are all retiring from the respective positions. Three alumni will receive the Distinguished Alumni Award at Alumni Weekend: Reggie Williams '63, Angene and Jack Wilson '61, and David Dunlop '73. A handful of alumni are featured in the segment on marathon runners. A section titled "the Night Climbers of Wooster" by Willem Lange talks about his adventures climbing buildings on campus.
Wooster Magazine: Winter 2011

Karol Crosbie

This edition of the Wooster Magazine was published in the winter of 2011. Alumni news is featured on pages six to eight. A section from page ten to nineteen is on the fall exhibition at the College of Wooster Art Museum titled Chinese and Japanese Calligraphy and Painting. The following section is on alumni involved in global health care: Craig Lindsey '80, Angela Garcia '95, Jay Cox '54, and Susan McDowell '05. Andy Weaver '49 inspired four students to study spiders and those four students are now successful in their field. The history of the bronze Abe Lincoln statue that the college has had since 1915 is told from page thirty-eight to forty-one.