Penny Cooper ’87 joined the faculty at the Gayle Greve Hunt School of Nursing at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso.
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Ed Brady ’85
Ed Brady ’85 has been elected as the 2016 chairman of the National Association of Home Builders at the International Builders’ show in Las Vegas. Congratulations!
Lauri Zumwalt ’85
Lauri Zumwalt ’85 writes and directs original holiday productions for a Watseka drama club.
A link to the entire article can be found here.
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.
Laura (Harding) Koppenhoefer ’83
We are sorry to announce that Laura Koppenhoefer ’83 passed away on Monday, November 30, 2015 from her battle with cancer dating back to 2011. Laura received her master’s degree from Oregon Health and Science University, and then taught nursing at IWU afterwards. Later, she attended Wartburg Seminary where she earned her Master of Divinity and served as the Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church from 2003 to 2012.
A link to her obituary can be found here.
#GivingTuesday
#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!
Mary Beam ’87
Mary Beam ’87 and Krystina Kelley ’98 were honored among 102 St. Louis-area educators to receive an Emerson Excellence in Teaching award. Now in its 26th year, the awards pay tribute to area educators – from kindergarten teachers to college professors – for their achievements and dedication to the field of education. Each honoree received a Tiffany & Co. crystal apple, as they are honored for their vital role in shaping students’ lives.The Excellence in Teaching Awards program is sponsored annually by St. Louis-based Emerson, a diversified global manufacturer and technology leader.
Mike Beer ’80
LG&E and KU Energy announced that the company’s vice president of Federal Regulation and Policy, Mike Beer ’80, will retire after more than 17 years of exceptional service.
Here is a link to the article.
https://www.twst.com/update/ppl-corporation-lge-and-ku-vice-president-of-federal-regulation-and-policy-mike-beer-to-retire/
Jim Macrae ’86
Jim Macrae became acting administrator for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) in April 2015.
Craig Altman ’86
Craig Altman ’86 recently celebrated his 10 year anniversary as President and Founder of TRADITION SOFTWARE, INC., a national construction lien software and services company. Members of his Board of Trustees include his IWU Theta Chi Fraternity roommates Paul Verkoulen ’86 and Ted McKenna ’84.
Paul, Craig, and Ted spent Labor Day weekend at Gillson Beach in Wilmette, IL.
Craig lives in Roseville, CA, just north of Sacramento with his high school age children,
Randall Altman and Lauren Altman.