Fiji 149th Anniversary Gathering in Chicago

 

Phi Gamma Delta alumni gathered at Boundary Tavern in Chicago on December 4, 2015, to celebrate the 149th anniversary of the fraternity’s chartering at IWU in 1866.  The event also kicked off the chapter’s sesquicentennial year, which will culminate with an event in Bloomington during IWU Homecoming on October 1, 2016.  Among those attending, pictured (left to right) are:  Vas Zimbrakos ‘89, Jeff Alsen ‘89, Jeff Lambert ’86, Paul Orchard ’88, John Sorensen ’68, Steve Pilipchuk ’88, Todd Torstenson ‘89, and Scott Huch ’86.  For more information, visit www.fiji150iwu.com.
Fiji in Chi 12-4-15

December 1, 2015 Giving Tuesday

#GivingTuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 1, 2015, groups and individuals around the world are coming together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give.

As you consider giving this holiday season, please consider giving the gift of bright futures to current Titans. Your gift supports all the things that make an IWU experience unforgettable and unique! Gifts can be made online at www.iwu.edu/give or by calling 309-556-3091.

Thanks for keeping Illinois Wesleyan in mind this holiday season. Go Titans!
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Rogera (Davis) Mefford ’60

rogera meffordRogera Mefford passed away on October 3, 2015. Rogera earned a Bachelor’s Degree in 1960 and a Master’s in Music in 1962 from IWU. She taught music and reading at Venice Elementary School for 30 years. She is survived by a daughter, Winona (Mefford) Patterson and two grandchildren, Megan and Alexander Patterson.

Click here to read the full obituary.

Stephen Huska ’62

Stephen J.Huska, 74, passed away on August 4th, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Steve was the beloved husband of 52 years to Patricia, nee Kubow. Loving father of Scott (Sharon) Huska and Jennifer (Michael) Retelle; cherished grandfather to Grant, Jordon, Jack and Samantha. Brother of Robert (Denise) and the late Marty Huska . Stephen was born on August 12th, 1940 to the late Stephen and Beatrice Huska of Chicago, IL. He graduated from William Howard Taft High school in Chicago in 1958. Steve attended Illinois Wesleyan University and graduated in 1962. Steve had a lifelong love of the outdoors. He loved his trips to Door County, WI where enjoyed spending time fishing with family and friends.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?pid=175460620

Russ Seaton ’69

Russ Seaton has spent much of his time since graduating from IWU in the performing arts.  He was Director of Performing Arts at La Pine High School, La Pine, Oregon for 14 years.  After retiring in 2003 he has continued to substitute teach.  Summers find Russ running The Hook Fly Shop in Sunriver, Oregon.  He also enjoys directing the High Desert Mountaineers, a Barbershop Chorus, and sings baritone with The Central Oregon Mastersingers.    He frequently sings The Star Spangled Banner and O, Canada at many sporting events in the Northwest.  In addition Russ continues to perform on stage just completing a run as “Pseudolus” in Cascade Theatrical Company’s production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Russ also performed as “Judge Turpin” in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street June, 2014.  He looks forward to being the Vocal Music Coach for Redmond High School’s upcoming bilingual production of Aladdin.

Russ resides in Bend, Oregon and is the father of three children.

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The photo includes shots from Russ’ roles in Cactus Flower, The Fantastics, Moon Over Buffalo, Oliver, and The Fox on the Fairway.