Change is in the air! The previous article for David Wilken is already old. In with the new, David is now the Program Coordinator for MusicWorks Asheville, an El Sistema-inspired music program. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments: past, present and future!
Classmate David Wilken shares his love of music. At Western Carolina University, he is an instructor of music. He also finds time to be the music director and lead trombonist of the Asheville Jazz Orchestra. And there is more! Over the recent 4th of July holiday, the Land of the Sky Symphonic Band under David’s leadership, performed for the festivities. Read about the history of the symphonic band in this article: http://www.blackmountainnews.com/story/entertainment/music/2017/06/28/red-white-brass-land-sky-symphonic-band/103260196/
Best wishes in the future, David, with your music career.
Congratulations to Dr. Laura Randolph! She recently received a nomination for the YWCA McLean County Woman of Distinction award. This award is given to women for their contributions to fields related to Business; Creative Arts and Entertainment; Education; STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math); Social Services; Volunteer Service and Young Professional. Here is a link to the article:
Thank you, Dr. Randolph, for creating Titan pride.
You never know when you might happen upon an IWU connection. When classmate Krista (Webber) Borbely ’92 (middle) enrolled in the Leading Age Illinois Leadership Academy, she discovered two IWU alumna had also signed up: Hannah (Detig) Meyers ’10 (left) and Andrea (Peirce) Luke ’06 (right). Meyers said, “We had never met before this program and it was so fun to share with fellow Titans.”
The yearlong leadership program is designed for professionals in the aging services field.
Krista (Webber) Borbely was also awarded the Rising Star Award for Management
Staff from LeadingAge Illinois!
After 19 years as a successful Senior Center Manager with FedEx Office and Print Center at multiple locations in the Chicago area, classmate Chuck Lambert decided to return to school. In December 2016, Chuck graduated as salutatorian from Chamberlain College of Nursing-Chicago campus with a BS in nursing. He successfully passed his Illinois state licensing boards for nursing to receive the RN license and in March started working as a staff nurse. Chuck can be found in the hematology/oncology department with Northwestern Medicine at Prentice Women’s Hospital. Best wishes in your new endeavors, Chuck!
Classmate Kimberly Sterling, operations vice president for State Farm Mutual Automobile, recently spoke at a luncheon celebrating the ties between State Farm and Illinois Wesleyan. State Farm awards 100 scholarships based on merit and financial need to 25 students in each class. Click here for the full story: https://www.iwu.edu/news/2017/state-farm-scholars.html
Donor support allows IWU students to continue to have experiences that make being a Titan unique and transformative. To be among those celebrated today, make a gift at www.iwu.edu/give.
IWU and class of ’92 proud! Classmate Dr. Jamie Loggins helps his most prolific patient yet obtain a healthier lifestyle. Read two great articles about Dr. Loggins’ career and his fight against the obesity epidemic.
http://twincitytimes.com/politics/governor-lepage-and-first-lady-have-weight-loss-surgery-at-cmmc
http://twincitytimes.com/news/dr-loggins-brings-expertise-awareness-to-americas-obesity-epidemic
1992 classmates – I am sorry to announce that Carina Peterson ’92 passed away on October 14, 2016. Here is a link to her obituary:
Please keep her family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
Show your Titan Pride!
From now through July 31, you can receive a pair of Illinois Wesleyan socks with your gift of $25 or more. All proceeds, unless otherwise designated, will support current students through the Wesleyan Fund.
These limited edition socks are only available through the end of the month.
Get yours by making a gift of $25 or more at titanpride.org/socks today!
(This offer only applies to individuals who make a gift of $25 or more by July 31. Limit 1 pair per donor.
Per IRS regulations, the $10 cost of the socks is not tax-deductible.)