Phil Danielson ’60 passed away on May 18, 2015.
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John Rudzinski ’65: 50th Reunion Memories
After graduation, Dr. Lewis Whikehart invited me to do graduate work at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, where he was teaching. After two grueling and challenging years I received my Master of Music in Vocal Performance in 1967.
Right after graduation I married Bonnie Lobianco an SAI and we began our teaching/performing careers. I was performing as a tenor soloist in recitals, oratorios and operas throughout the United States; while teaching school. My first position was at Rock Valley Community College in Rockford,Illinois. Then I took a leave of absence and studied at the Univ. of Wisconsin, Madison. Had a terrific voice teacher and great opportunities to perform. We moved to Northfield , MN, where I taught at Carleton and St Olaf colleges. During that tenure, I sang with the MN Orchestra, the Detroit Symphony, and in the Aspen Music Festival Chamber Choir
Our son, Andrew, was born in 1970 and our daughter Nancy in 1974. Bonnie became full time MOM, but accompanied me on occasion.
In 1979 we made a “BIG” move to Scottsdale, AZ. Where I began a new career –church ministry: First, Youth Ministry and then Music Ministry. For the past 15 years I have been a Dir. of Music for a large Catholic Parish in Shawnee, KS.— Enjoying conducting and teaching some talented vocalists. I have also taught at Avila Univ. and Rockhurst College in Kansas City, MO.
We have two grandchildren, Natalie, thirteen, and Peter, three, who live “too far away” in Jacksonville, FL. Our two miniature poodles keep us very active and happy. J
THIS WAS FUN REVIEWING THE PAST 50 YEARS. Also, it is time for retirement. HA!
I have been back to campus. One of my voice students graduated from Wesleyan and is now on Broadway!
God bless,
John Rudzinski
Linda (Norton) Stoltz ’65
Linda Stoltz ’65 passed away Thursday, May 7th, 2015.
You can view her obituary here.
All In for Wesleyan Becomes a Tradition in 2015
On A
pril 9, Titans of all generations pulled together and showed their pride on the third annual All In For Wesleyan. More than 1,800 gifts of all sizes from 49 states and 17 countries totaled over $500,000 in support of Illinois Wesleyan University and our students. Our collective philanthropy served as an inspiration to the next generation as All In For Wesleyan firmly established itself as an Illinois Wesleyan tradition, both on campus and off. The classes from 1960-1969 had 156 donors on April 9th and donations totaling $76,523.00.
Thank you 1960-1969 Alumni for being “all in” all the time, and for continuing to make Illinois Wesleyan one of your giving priorities. If you have already made your gift this year, thank you! If you have not made your gift this year, I hope that you will join me as a donor and put us one more gift closer to our participation goal. You can make your gift by visiting iwu.edu/give. It is your support that keeps Illinois Wesleyan strong, and develops the next generation of leaders.
Your partner in support,
Van Miller ‘04
Director of Annual Giving
Ellen Veden ’61
Ellen recently retired from the global broadcast television industry and has rekindled her passion for painting and drawing. Since January 2015, Ellen has been in 6 local art shows and 2 juried shows. Presently she is exhibiting her work at the Trenton Museum, Trenton, NJ. She sends thanks to Fred Brian who saw the potential in her and Rupert Kilgore, for the love for art history.
Stanley Cade ’67
Stanley Cade ’67 has informed us on his current life.
Stan is a proud graudate of the IWU School of Music, and after teaching music for 39 years he remains active with a few private students of trombone and tuba, and performs with a local community band. He was very proud to see the School of Music featured in the University Magazine.
Denny Matthews ’66
Photo by: Tim Roske
Kansas City Royals broadcaster Denny Matthews ’66 signed a four-year extension that will carry through his 50th season with the team.
More to this story can be found in an article on The Pantagraph.
Congratulations Denny!
Dennie Bridges ’61
Dennie Bridges ’61, retiring Athletic Director, reflects on the half-century of moments and people who helped shape his long career. You can listen to this talk here.
Congratulations Dennie!
Dennie Bridges ’61
Illinois Wesleyan University named the court at the Shirk Center after longtime coach and athletic director Dennie Bridges ’61. Click here for the full article.
Congratulations Dennie!
Charles D. Hawker, Ph.D. ’62
Congratulations to Charles D. Hawker, Ph.D. ’62! Charles has been selected as a 2015 recipient of the Fraternity’s Significant Sig Award. The Significant Sig Award is Sigma Chi’s highest recognition for achievement in a brother’s professional career and civic endeavors.
Congratulations Charles!