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alumni 2016 Issue / Volume 26
magazine
Cleveland University-Kansas City
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Pg. 18
Paying it
FORWARD
Cleveland alums are giving back to their communities
and society through an evolving spirit of volunteerism
FEATURES: Faculty Focus / New Beginnings / Complete Me / Lasting Legacies
Scene on campus Chiropractic student Ryan Burdick studies for finals in a hammock he set up on campus to take advantage of the sunny skies of early spring. Turn to page 28 to read more On Campus news.
2016 Issue / Volume 26
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contents
05 President’s Message
06 Memory Lane
07 Faculty Focus
08 Alumni News
16 Complete Me
22 Cleveland Foundation
Cover Story 26 New Beginnings
18 Alums pay it forward 28 Campus News
Cleveland alums are giving back to their
communities and society as a whole through 36 Farewell Graduates
an evolving spirit of volunteerism.
43 Lasting Legacies
News & Features
07 Dr. Tuttle retires
cleveland social
After nearly 30 years of service to the
University, Dr. William Tuttle ’80 starts his
life’s next chapter in retirement. facebook.com/ClevelandUnivKC
26 Dr. Russell begins anew
Dr. Robyn Russell ’14 embarks on her
career by providing chiropractic care at an twitter.com/ClevelandUnivKC
integrative health care facility.
32 New VPAA leads growth
The University’s new vision and new program
plans bring Dr. Gery Hochanadel to campus instagram.com/ClevelandUnivKC
as the new vice president of academic affairs.
cleveland.edu
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to all of our social networking communities.
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Cleveland pride? Consider a
gift to the Foundation. Visit ADMINISTRATION
cleveland.edu/giving or call
Dr. Carl S. Cleveland III ’75
(913) 234-0618 to learn more.
President
Also, use the hashtag below to
share your pride for Cleveland Dr. D. Clark Beckley ’75
via social media. You will be Vice President of Alumni Relations
entered into a monthly drawing Sarah Hilliard
for a chance to win some cool Director of Alumni Services
Cleveland swag.
EDITORIAL BOARD
#WeAr eCle v elandPr oud Jeffrey D. Karp
Chief Operations Officer
we are cleveland proud Scott Albright
Senior Associate Publications Editor
our vision Scott Vater
The Cleveland vision is to be recognized and respected as a leader in Advertising & Marketing Associate
health promotion. Amelia Trollinger
Associate Projects Manager
our mission ALUMNI BOARD
The Cleveland institutional mission is to provide strong, student-centered
Dr. Robert Riley ’01
academic and professional education with a focus in the areas of life President
sciences and health promotion through education, scholarship and service.
Dr. Jeffrey D. Spencer ’97
The Doctor of Chiropractic program mission lies in the areas of education, Vice President
scholarship and service and in the advancement of chiropractic. Dr. Linda Klinginsmith-Tilford ’76
Executive Secretary
Dr. Michael Perusich ’99
Recording Secretary
on the web Dr. L. Russell Matthias ’74
Treasurer
cleveland.edu/magazine
Dr. Roger Ott ’84
Sergeant at Arms
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magazine? Perhaps submit Dr. Charles A. Eddy ’70
Dr. Eugene Lockrow ’83
a “Class Notes” or “Memory
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Lane” item? Or maybe you have Dr. Jessica Tallman ’13
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greetings
L THE UNIVERSITY VISION
isten in on classroom presentations the next time you are on campus.
Yes, you will hear class lectures in the basic and clinical sciences, as well
as technique instruction, reminiscent of your days at Cleveland. However,
today the lecture across the hall from chiropractic pediatrics may be a
class in English Composition, College Algebra or Economics.
In addition to the Doctor of Chiropractic degree, today students at
Cleveland are completing the general education and science coursework
for the two-year Associates degree in Biology, or for the four-year Bach-
elors degree in Human Biology. Most undergraduate students at Cleve-
land are enrolling in the concurrent B.S./D.C. degree program. However,
numbers are increasing with nearly 30 percent of the current undergradu-
F RO M P R E S I D E N T
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ate students earning the B.S. degree completing the requirements needed
to enter other health profession degree programs. Word is spreading
about the strength and quality of Cleveland’s accelerated B.S. program.
Why Cleveland University? The University structure accommodates the
expansion of additional degree programs, and positions the organization
for future growth. The institution is now organized as Cleveland Univer-
sity – Kansas City, with a College of Chiropractic and a College of Health
Sciences. The A.A., B.S., and the Masters in Health Promotion programs
are presented under Cleveland’s College of Health Sciences. In the next
academic year, planning calls for the College of Health Sciences to be
enrolling students in the A.A. in Radiological Technology, and later to be
followed by an A.A. in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Diversifying the Cleveland educational offerings brings additional op-
portunities and greater visibility for the University and for the profession
within the health care community, and bolsters the resources available to
underpin the strength of our Doctor of Chiropractic degree program.
Today, a qualified student may enroll directly after high school gradu-
ation, completing the general education and science course work for their
Human Biology baccalaureate undergraduate degree, selecting from a de-
gree emphasis to include, Anatomy, Physiology, Chemistry, Public Health,
Health Promotion or Research. This University based program allows the
student to move from high school graduation to a doctor within six years
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through Cleveland’s Concurrent B.S./D.C. program.
As grandson of the founders, and member of a five generation family
of chiropractors, my commitment to Cleveland’s chiropractic program re-
mains unwavering. Embrace the University’s vision by introducing some-
one to the opportunities at Cleveland University. Start by asking, “Have 5
you ever considered chiropractic as a career?” Someone or something
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planted that idea in you, and it changed your life. Pay it forward.
Yours in health,
memory lane
take a look back remember when?
TIME TO SHARE. Here we give Clevelanders the opportunity
to share their memories or fun stories of their time on campus
with fellow alumni and friends.
DR. DORAN NICHOLSON ’80: My favorite Cleveland memories are from the
time when I was a member of the faculty, and getting to watch the students
grow in knowledge. Graduation was always special to me as an instructor.
DR. GARY KURTZ ’81: There are so many good memories from my experi-
ence at Cleveland that it is difficult to pick just one. A fun memory I still en-
joy is the time that Dr. Yennie stopped his lecture, called Joe Schneller up to 1980s
the front of the room (Joe was obviously suffering from a severe head cold), Dr. Larry Lovejoy ’81 is named
took out his acupuncture teishin and literally drained Joe’s sinuses in front of “Chiropractor of the Year” by
the class. (See related photo below of Dr. Richard Yennie ’53.) A serious one the Missouri State Chiropractors
is how it felt to go from silently thinking during initial patient interviews that Association (MSCA) during the
I really had no right to be there, to actually feeling confidence gained from MSCA Convention held June 10-11,
hands-on experience in the clinic; actually realizing that I had something 1989, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in
that truly could change peoples lives. I still remember the encouragement, Kansas City. It is the first time that
wisdom, and kind words that Dr. Mangosing shared during our time there. a winner was based on a vote of the
MSCA district presidents rather than
DR. MICHAEL FRANKLIN ’96: I really enjoyed my time working at Cleveland the president alone.
as a teaching assistant in the radiology department.
1990s
DR. JESSICA CHRISTIANSEN ’02: Getting my peer-reviewed article published The Cleveland-KC StuCo hosts an
in the Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) was one all-school, spring luau March 28,
of my favorite Cleveland memories. 1992, at the Holiday Inn near the
Truman Sports Complex. A Hawai-
DR. HEATHER HENRICHS ’07: Getting to interact with such amazing faculty ian-style, roast pig feast is prepared,
as Dr. Barlett, Dr. Beckley, Dr. Beem, Dr. Larsen and Dr. Agocs. Listening and Polynesian dancers provide
to Dr. Cleveland speak about the history of chiropractic in the first year. entertainment. Additional activities
Attending NCLC events with fellow peers and chiropractic physicians from include a limbo and a “best Hawai-
across the country. ian costume” contest.
DR. KYLE RUPP ’10: My favorite memory at Cleveland was meeting the wife! 2000s
Senior interns from Cleveland-LA
participate in the Los Angeles Police
Department Health Fair held Sept. 6,
2001, at Parker Center. Interns at-
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tending are Dr. Richard Chung ’02,
Dr. Jeff Potts ’01 and Dr. Will Un-
talan ’01, along with clinician, Dr.
John Raithel. The interns give spinal
6 evaluations to 100 officers and em-
ployees of the department.
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1977
Visit cleveland.edu/alumni-news to submit
“Memory Lane” items. Submissions should be
about 100 words in length. Those chosen for
publication may be edited for style and clarity.
faculty focus
Farewell,
Dr. Tuttle
Dr. William Tuttle ’80 retires after 27
years of devoted service to Cleveland
and its students. His days are now
devoted to his family and hobbies.
< Story & Photo by Scott Vater >
R
etirement is a milestone he opened a practice in Independence, cal therapy classes, P.T. wasn’t accepted
handled differently by Mo. Tuttle spent the next eight years but by a few states,” Tuttle said. “Now
everyone. Some strug- self-employed, until an opportunity P.T. is used in most states. It’s been fun
gle with the changes it became available at Cleveland. It was formulating a new program and seeing
brings and delay ending a good fit for him, so he stayed. The it succeed.”
their work life. Others know exactly what influence of the Cleveland family was a The success of his students over the
they want, and are able to take the leap guiding force from the start. years was also important to Tuttle. The
when the time is right. For Dr. William “I think coming to a chiropractic col- foundation of his teaching philosophy
Tuttle ’80, that time was December 2015, lege with a medical background, I had was based on giving 110 percent. Tuttle
and as the fall trimester ended, so too a lot of questions and wondered how I took pride in being available to stu-
did his 27-year tenure at Cleveland. would fit in,” Tuttle said. “My talks with dents and staying current on the profes-
Tuttle’s career in health care began Dr. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Cleveland Jr. and sion. He has no regrets as an educator.
in 1962, when he started working as a Dr. Millie Cleveland, discussing history “I enjoyed teaching and being with
therapist at Research Medical Center in and philosophy changed my life, and my the students, helping with cases and
Kansas City. Eventually, he learned that understanding about my future career.” learning,” Tuttle said.
he wanted to do more to help others. And during nearly 30 years as a With his career in academia behind
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“I went back to school and Ottawa clinician and professor at Cleveland, him, Tuttle’s experience has come full
University was offering classes on the that future slowly became his past. He circle. He feels like a student again,
Cleveland campus,” Tuttle said. “I found enjoyed working with student interns, learning how to enjoy his new life in
a better way to take care of my patients, and marking their progress in the clinic. retirement. He plans to work part-time.
watching the interns treat theirs.”
He enrolled at Cleveland in 1977,
He was also key in the development of
the physical therapy (P.T.) curriculum.
Beyond that, he will pursue hobbies, in-
cluding woodcarving, playing jazz music
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and following his graduation in 1980, “When I started teaching the physi- and spending time at the lake. z
My talks with Dr. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Cleveland Jr. and Dr. Millie Cleveland,
discussing chiropractic history and philosophy changed my life, and my future career.”
alumni news
Well deserved
A LU MNI P R O F I L E
Dr. Claire O’Neill ’95 of Los Angeles named 2015 Alum of the Year
during Cleveland’s annual Homecoming celebration.
AS SHE LISTENED INTENTLY to the long list of glowing O’Neill said winning the award is even more meaningful to
accomplishments and praise being shared by the speaker her due to the stature of those previous honorees.
at the podium, Dr. Claire O’Neill ’95 at first felt happy for “I have held many of them in high esteem, and some of
this well-respected doctor who would soon take the stage them were my mentors and teachers,” O’Neill said.
to accept their well-deserved award. Then, toward the end, A quick look at O’Neill’s career in chiropractic makes it
O’Neill started to recognize the person Dr. Kay Carver ’71 was clear that she too is held in high esteem within the profession,
describing. It wasn’t long before her realization became reality and is more than deserving of the honor. She is a sought-
as she was named the 2015 Alum of the Year. after expert in chiropractic, clinical thermography, nutrition,
O’Neill, who is an author, lecturer and owner of GlenFeliz sports injury, women’s health and pediatrics. She co-authored
Chiropractic Wellness Center in the Los Angeles suburb the book “The World’s Best Kept Health Secret Revealed.”
of Glendale, said she was “shocked, dumbfounded and In addition, she has served as a regular wellness expert on
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pleasantly surprised” to receive the honor. She is the first multiple TV programs, and has served on the boards of the
Cleveland-LA alum to win the award since the unification of California Chiropractic Association and Rotary International.
the Kansas City and Los Angeles alumni associations in 2014. Of the many reasons she received the award, O’Neill is
“As alumni association president in LA, I was always giving most proud of mentoring young prospective doctors.
8 out awards, not receiving them,” O’Neill said. “I have never
thought of myself being counted among the many past Alum
“My passion is keeping this profession alive and strong
through new doctors graduating, and keeping practicing
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of the Year recipients. I feel very honored and grateful to now doctors’ passions thriving,” O’Neill said.
be associated with all those great Cleveland alums who have Such passion for the profession is commendable. And it
earned this prestigious award before me.” makes O’Neill’s honor well-deserved, indeed. z
< Story & Photo by Scott Albright >
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1969 pital staff. In spite of this
administrative hurdle, he
Dr. Edward McKenzie, My passion is keeping this profession
enjoyed serving the chiro-
Holton, Kan., returned alive and strong through new doctors
practic needs of U.S. mili-
from Spain in late 2015
tary personnel and their graduating, and keeping practicing
after working as a clinic
families for 2 1/2 years. doctors’ passions thriving.
supervisor at the Madrid
Chiropractic College on CLEVELAND ALUM DR. CLAIRE O’NEILL ’95
the campus of Real Centro 1980
Universitario Escorial- Dr. Doran Nicholson,
María Cristina. Look for a
1985 Dr. John Unruh, Rogers,
Lee’s Summit, Mo., has
Dr. Ray Foxworth, Flo- Ark., celebrated a grand
feature article on his trip in been elected apresident of
wood, Miss., has been re-opening and renovation
the April issue of the Alumni the Missouri State Chiro-
appointed to the board in Nov. 2015 at Unruh
Matters newsletter. practors Association.
of directors of The Foun- Chiropractic & Wellness
dation for Chiropractic Center in Rogers. Unruh
1979 1983 and fellow Clevelander,
Progress (F4CP), a not-
Dr. Mark Chadwell, San Dr. Jack Janway, Musk- for-profit organization Dr. Steve South ’84 now
Diego, Calif., established ogee, Okla., was the dedicated to raising treat patients in an updat-
himself as a chiropractor subject of a feature story awareness about the ed and modern office with
on the U.S. Naval Base by the Muskogee Phoenix. value of chiropractic care. equipment that utilizes
in Yokosuka, Japan and The profile explored his Foxworth is universally some of the latest technol-
the Navy’s Ikego housing journey from a musician in known in the chiropractic ogy in the industry.
area, providing treatment New York and Las Vegas, profession and has more
on an as-needed basis by through his return to than 30 years of experi- 1986
verbal referral. While he school and his career as a ence. He is the president Dr. Larry Buck, Iola,
could treat patients, he chiropractor and acupunc- of ChiroHealthUSA, a pro- Kan., watched a rodeo
was unable to refer them turist. The story also gives vider-owned network that in Eureka, Kan., nine
to the base radiologist for details on his branching helps keep chiropractic years ago, which led to
X-rays, because he was out to include its use in care affordable for patients he and his wife answer-
not “vetted” with the hos- the equine community. with non-covered services. ing a call to minister to
C E L E B R AT I N G A LU M N I SPOT
LIGHT
Dr. Tallman on national stage
Dr. Jessica Tallman ’13 performed the National Anthem at the NCAA
Division II (DII) national championship football game on Dec. 19. Held at
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Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kan., the game between Northwest
Missouri State University and Shepherd University was broadcast on ESPN2.
Tallman was selected to perform after singing at the DII Cross Country
Championships in Nov. 2015. A highly decorated former DII athlete at Mis-
souri Southern State University in Joplin, Mo., Tallman was an ideal choice.
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“The stadium was full of energy and excitement,” Tallman said. “I feel like
I always “give” a good anthem, but that performance ranks in my top three.”
Tallman said the experience “awesome.” She was witness to the MIAA’s
Bearcats of Northwest winning their fifth national title with a 34-7 victory. z
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youth at rodeos and offer
A LU MNI P R OFI L E free chiropractic services.
Although partially blind,
with 2% sight, he continues
his service to youth, leading
Cowboy Church at the An-
derson Building at Kansas
High School Rodeo Associa-
tion events.
1988
Dr. Charles Hwang, Al-
hambra, Calif., would like
to give a shout out to his
classmates in the Los An-
geles class of August 1988.
Traveling doc After six years of private
practice, Hwang switched
careers and became a
Dr. Jay English ’79 travels the globe to share Special Agent, currently
assigned to the U.S. Depart-
the healing power of chiropractic with those in need. ment of Homeland Security.
MOST HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS are willing to go the extra mile to help He is also a Lieutenant
others, but how many are willing to go 4,000 extra miles? Dr. Jay English ’79 is one Colonel, Medical Service
who can make that claim. He returned to the United States in January after a 90- Corps, U.S. Army Reserve,
day stay in South America, where he provided chiropractic care to those in need. and a veteran of Operation
Based in northern California, English practiced in the San Francisco Bay area Enduring Freedom.
for 20 years. Throughout his career, he has also given back, traveling extensively
and taking chiropractic to a variety of locales around the globe. 1991
“I have been very fortunate to have worked in Bejing, China, with Dr. Dong Dr. Darrick Lawson ’91,
Anli and in Singapore, El Salvador and Slovenia and many other venues,” English Sacramento, Calif., has
said. “Thirty-five years of healing art.” been named 2015 “Busi-
English was drawn to South America after answering an ad on Planet Chiro- ness Leader of the Year”
practic from fellow Clevelander, Dr. Doug Medford ’86, who was seeking a doc- by Sacramento’s Rainbow
tor for his practice in Tarapoto, Peru. English found a like-minded practitioner in Chamber of Commerce.
Medford, and the two shared a similar treatment philosophy. Lawson, owner of Healing
“We both practice hands-on adjusting, kinesiology, NET, SOT, Gonstead, as Touch Chiropractic, is a
well as nutritional counseling, to facilitate the adjusting,” English said. “He is fun, civic leader, LGBT activist, a
and was a wonderful doctor to work alongside.” former board member and
Most of their patients were from Tarapoto and the surrounding areas, but oth- past president of the Rain-
ers traveled up to four hours seeking treatment. The tropical conditions made the bow Chamber and founder
work taxing as they endured 90-degree heat that felt closer to 110. During his stay, of the organization’s Rain-
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they averaged 50 patients a day, many of whom had been living with back pain for bowPAC. The award rec-
years. English said that many countries have residents who are battling drug addic- ognizes an individual each
tion, so chiropractic is ideal for those areas. year who has demonstrated
“Chiropractic is a healing art form, one that’s very creative and immediately sat-
10 isfying,” English said. “I don’t have to wait for an answer to know if I have helped.”
For those struggling with pain, chiropractic provides immediate results in a way
leadership success within
the business community
and within the Sacramento
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unmatched by any pill or injection. And it is the healing hands of those like English LGBT community. Lawson
who make it possible for people around the world to find relief. z said he is “proud to have
< Story by Scott Vater | Photo courtesy of Dr. English > built a successful business
as an openly gay man” andalumni news
C E L E B R AT I N G A LU M N I SPOT
LIGHT
Dr. Kaibel chairs board
For the past 40 years, Dr. Jerilynn Kaibel ’75 has been helping
patients in Riverside County, California, achieve optimal health
through chiropractic care. However, Kaibel’s influence in health
care reaches much farther than her practice in Beaumont. As
chair of the San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital Board, she is mak-
ing an impact for the 85,000 residents of the hospital’s district.
“These are exciting times for the hospital,” Kaibel said. “As
chair, I’ve had the privilege to help open a 19,000-square-foot
emergency department and an 18,000-square-foot ICU.”
Kaibel has been on the 13-member interdisciplinary board
since 2007. She is now leading a campaign to raise $200 million
for a new patient care building with surgical and diagnostic suites.
“My goal is to know that for the next 50 years the patients in
the district have the facilities and care that’s necessary.” z
to have worked with orga- Back Chiropractic, with 2008 2011
nizations to “create a di- locations in Cass City and Dr. Ashley (Engle)
Dr. Richard Veirs, Rialto,
verse, inclusive economic Caseville, Mich. In Sept. Emel, Columbia, Mo., had
Calif., has opened Inland
environment in Sacramen- 2015, they relocated their a baby girl, Charley Sloan,
Chiropractic at 11731 Ster-
to where all people can be Caseville office, something on Dec. 22, 2015.
ling Ave., Ste B, in River-
valued for their contribu- they had been considering
side, Calif. Working with
tions rather than excluded for several years. The new,
Veirs is fellow Clevelander, Dr. Chad Barnes, Lenexa,
for their differences.” larger site will give them
Dr. Arlan K. Garcia ’02. Kan., and Elizabeth Rose
the opportunity to broaden
After passing a strin- Nelson were married on
1994 their services, allowing
gent, five-step screening Sept. 26, 2015, in Salina,
Dr. Tim Young, Oklaho- them to offer massage
process, the practice is a Kan. Barnes practices
ma City, Okla., is currently therapy, fitness classes
member in good standing at F.I.T. Muscle & Joint
serving a term as president and speech therapy. Other
of Doctors on Liens, a per- Clinic in Kansas City.
of the Oklahoma Chiro- health specialists may be
sonal injury and workers
practors Association. added in the future.
compensation network. 2012
2006 Drs. Brooke and Cam ’13
2000 2010 Day, Waldwick, N.J., wel-
Dr. Steven Loehr, Spring-
Dr. Howard Petersen, field, Mo., was featured in Dr. Dustin Brake, Salina, comed a baby girl, Evelina
Jonesborough, Tenn., uses the January 2016 edi- Kan., and Jaci Mae Pott- Marie, Dec. 27, 2015.
a variety of adjusting tech- tion of 417 Magazine, as berg were married Aug.
niques, including Diversi- they presented “Faces of 8, 2015. Brake practices 2013
fied, Gonstead, Thompson 417-Land.” The editors at Synergy Chiropractic Dr. Ana Rentas, Gardner,
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and Activator. He is also selected individuals in the and Sports Therapy in his Kan., had a baby girl, Kelani
a Certified Nutritionist, 417 area code to represent hometown of Salina. Sofia, on Aug. 15, 2015.
“
assisting patients with nu- various professions, with
tritional deficiencies and Loehr’s practice, Loehr
weight management/loss. Chiropractic & Acupunc- Chiropractic is a healing art form, 11
ture, chosen as “The Face one that’s very creative and immediately
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of Chiropractic.” Fellow
Drs. Eric and Heidi Clevelander, Dr. Aimee
satisfying. I don’t have to wait for an
Yeager, Caseville, Mich., LaBrie ’09, joined the answer to know if I have helped.
are owners of Back-2- Loehr team in May 2015. CLEVELAND ALUM DR. JAY ENGLISH ’79“
alumni news
Dr. Jason Fechter, Over- Dr. Hollee Kirchner,
land Park, Kan., got mar- Gardner, Kan., visited
ried to his partner, Caleb the Cleveland campus in
I am constantly blessed to work in
Summers, on Oct. 9, 2015. November accompanied such a great and rewarding profession,
by two guests visiting but I had no clue that it would save
2014 the area from Germany.
my daughter’s life.
Dr. Tyler Armstrong, Kirchner gave the visitors
a tour of campus facilities CLEVELAND ALUM DR. NATHAN BAXTER ’08
Sioux Center, Iowa, and
Dr. Tiffany Hoskins ’15 and introduced them to opening and ribbon-cut- Cleveland graduates, Dr.
got married on May 2, Dr. Carl S. Cleveland III, ting ceremony on July 23, Brant Koenig ’06 and Dr.
2015, in Kansas City, Mo. University president. 2015, for his new prac- Nathan Traylor ’13. An-
They both practice with tice, Behm Muscle & Joint drews plays professional
Armstrong’s father in Dr. Frank Siraguso, Clinic. In November, after soccer for the Oklahoma
Sioux Center. Visit sioux- Kearney, Mo., had a ribbon being in business just four City Energy.
centerchiropractic.com to cutting for his practice, months, Behm was named
learn more. Siraguso Chiropractic of one of Sarpy County Ne- Drs. Tyler and Kayla
Kearney, on Jan. 21, 2016. braska’s “Best Chiroprac- Riggs, Pittsburg, Kan.,
Dr. Danielle Hill, Grant, tors” in 2015 by readers of opened Riggs Chiropractic
Neb., was named a 2015 the Suburban Newspaper in Pittsburg in Dec. 2015.
semi-finalist in the Miss Dr. Brian Asbury, Wichi- Group. Visit behmmjc.com They specialize in diversi-
Nebraska USA 2016 ta, Kan., opened Body Shop to learn more about Behm fied technique, and will be
competition, held Jan. 17 Chiropractic in August, and his practice. providing other services
at the Rose Theater in offering manual and Acti- such as maternity support,
Omaha. In 2013, she won vator adjustments, sports Dr. Michelle Hatfield wellness care, sports-inju-
the title of “Miss Wooded physicals, athletic taping married Coady Andrews ry, nutrition and rehabilita-
Hills” in the Miss Kansas and acupuncture. on December 5, 2015. She tion. Their office is located
Pageant. Hill opened a practices at Physical Medi- at 2707 N. Broadway, Suite
new practice in Grant in Dr. Adam Behm, Bel- cine of Oklahoma in Ed- A, in Pittsburg. Call (620)
February 2015. levue, Neb., held a grand mond, along with fellow 308-5374 to reach them.
EVERY CLEVELANDER HAS A STORY
Dr. Baxter shares more
Dr. Baxter’s miracle baby about Gemma’s miracle
birth in an online
“My daughter, Gemma Eve Baxter, was born rapidly on 7/15/15 journal entry. Visit
at 11:10 p.m. Within an hour, things became very serious as her circleofdocs.com and
search for “Gemma” to
heart rate went to 300+ BPM and she was taken to the NICU. read the full story.
Nobody knew what was going on and they called CareFlight
to take her to another hospital. As the nurses stepped out to
arrange to move my daughter, I stepped in to check her out. I
walked closer and began to pray and cry, I thought my girl was
dying. With one adjustment to her atlas (C1), her heart rate fell
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to zero and then quickly back to up to 140. The nurses all rushed
in to see what was going on. To their astonishment, Gemma’s
heart rate was normal. They had no clue what had just happened,
and so I told them I adjusted her. They said this is stuff they only
12 read about. Eve means, “to breathe” and “to live,” and it is a fit-
ting middle name for such a perfect little Gem. I am constantly
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blessed to work in such a great and rewarding profession, but
I had no clue that it would save my daughter’s life.” z — Story
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I N M EM OR I AM I N MEMORI AM
Dr. Simmons remembered Dr. Miller’s legacy lives on
The University was sadly informed of the passing of The University was saddened to learn of the passing of
Dr. Michele Simmons on Dec. 7, 2014. A 1990 graduate Dr. Sigmund Miller ’77, who died on Sept. 17, 2015, fol-
of Cleveland-LA, Simmons was a chiropractor, as well as lowing an extended battle with brain cancer. He departed
a dancer/choreographer, teacher and lecturer. this life at his home, surrounded by family members.
Born in Queens, N.Y., Sim- Miller, a Cleveland-KC grad-
mons’ feet required braces dur- uate, was always seeking new
ing her childhood. To strengthen ways to enhance the profession.
her appendages, and to aid Early in his career, he developed
balance, her mother enrolled an online resource called chi-
Simmons in dance classes. The roviewpresents.org. Today, this
balance issues disappeared, but innovative tool for chiropractors
her love of dance remained for is one of the profession’s largest
the rest of her life. online repositories of informa-
Simmons attended New York tion and educational services.
High School for Performing Arts, and although she was Miller practiced in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Kansas
invited to study at the prestigious Julliard School, she City, Mo., until he eventually settled in California. He
chose to become a professional dancer. Based in Los practiced there for more than 20 years with offices in San
Angeles, her credits included working with Sammy Davis, Jose and later on in Pleasanton. Miller was also part of a
Jr. in “Golden Boy,” a featured role on the award-win- multi-discipline practice in San Francisco for many years.
ning Motown 25 television special, and appearing with In 2001, Miller moved to New Jersey where he became
Michael Jackson in his epic “Thriller” video. Her work in executive director of the Association of New Jersey Chi-
classical and modern dance took her around the world. ropractors. He took great pride in his more than 10 years
She also taught at California State University and UCLA. of service to the association, and in being on the front
A shoulder injury in the 1970s exposed Simmons to lines for chiropractic. His greatest joy was spending time
the healing power of chiropractic and incited an interest with family and friends. His wife, Laura, said: “Sig’s life
in health care. She graduated magna cum laude from was enriched by all the friends he made along the way.”
Cleveland, and opened Healing Arts Chiropractic treating Those who wish to honor Miller’s memory can make
dancers, athletes and entertainers. a contribution to the Caroline Vandemark Fund for Brain
After being diagnosed with M.S., Simmons returned & Spine Tumor Research, which is administered through
to New York to reside with family. She is survived by her Hackensack University Medical Center, 30 Prospect Ave.,
sister, Cecily Simmons, and her son, Stephen, extended Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Alternatively, donations can be
family, and numerous friends. z made in his name to a charity of choice. z
REMEMBERING OUR DEARLY DEPARTED
The inevitable passing of alumni, their family members and friends of the University saddens all of us within the Cleveland community. 2016 Issue
Although they are gone, they are not forgotten. During the last quarter of 2015, Alumni Services learned of the following passings:
Dr. Earl Schroeder ’61 died on Sept. 29, 2015. Dr. Jon Smith ’79 died on Oct. 23, 2013.
Dr. Walter Bonner ’65 died on Oct. 1, 2015. Dr. Sandra Layton ’82 died on Oct. 1, 2014.
Dr. David Souder ’73 died on Nov. 3, 2015.
Dr. Kenneth Cartwright ’76 died on Sept. 8, 2015.
Dr. Robert Muck ’85 died Nov. 1, 2015.
Dr. Evonne Phillips ’89 died on July 30, 2015.
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Dr. Robert Allen ’77 died Sept. 15, 2015. Dr. Michele Simmons ’90 died Dec. 7, 2014.
Dr. Sigmund Miller ’77 died Sept. 17, 2015. Dr. Collin Keith ’92 died Oct. 12, 2015.
Dr. Roma Turner ’78 died on Aug. 20, 2015. Dr. Kevin Davis ’91 died on Jan. 22, 2016.alumni leadership
As we evolve, Three basic
we must retain tenets of
our primary success key to
focus on care future growth
DR. CLARK BECKLEY ’75 DR. ROBERT RILEY ’01
Vice President of Campus & Alumni Relations President of Cleveland Alumni Association
Now that we’re into 2016, let’s take a few minutes to Focus, dedication and discipline are some of the
reflect on what transpired last year and what lies ahead. attributes that saw you through chiropractic college, and
In 2015, we wrestled with ICD-10’s “meaningful use” these are likely the basic tenets you continue to use in
documentation and other “nuances” that affect our practices. practice today. While in school, you were focused on
And yes, at Cleveland, we have been working through those your studies and in practice you are focused on helping
issues, as well as adapting to the implementation of elec- your patients, perhaps focusing on a certain method or
tronic health records in our health center. demographic. At Cleveland, you dedicated a few years of
But, as we evolve, we still have to retain our primary your life to learning everything you could with the end goal
focus, which is helping people live healthier lives through of graduating with a doctor of chiropractic degree.
chiropractic care. We have to remember the core elements Today, in practice, you are focused on providing
of our philosophy: competent care with absolute confidence that comes from
o The body is a self-regulating, self-healing organism mastering your techniques, procedures and continuing your
with an innate ability to adapt to a changing environment. education through postgraduate seminars. You had to be
o The nervous system is the master system that regu- disciplined to complete your education when the times or
lates and controls all other organs and relates the individual classes were turbulent. Your focus, dedication and discipline
to his or her environment. continues to see you through as the practice environment
o Spinal biomechanical dysfunction in the form of the continually changes.
vertebral subluxation complex may adversely affect the ner- The purpose of the Alumni Association is to advance
vous system’s ability to regulate function. the cause of chiropractic, Cleveland and its graduates, and
o The central focus of the chiropractor is to optimize to facilitate a positive interaction between students, faculty
health by correcting, managing or minimizing vertebral sub- and alumni that promotes Cleveland’s mission of education,
luxation through chiropractic spinal adjustments. scholarship and service. The Association urges you to
At Homecoming 2015, our goal was to blend the realities focus some energy on, and support for, the institution that
of today’s world in private practice, while reminding our- afforded you the benefits of this great profession by joining
selves of our philosophical foundation. I know I am preach- the Alumni Association. There are many ways to do so.
ing to the choir, but sometimes we have to be reminded. Annual memberships are $50. Depending on your fee
One of the highlights of Homecoming 2015 was the dedi- schedule, that is the investment of only one or two patient
cation of the Gerred Family Health Center Reception Area. visits. Or perhaps you would like to invest $1,000 now for
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About 50 donors and friends attended this special event, a lifetime membership. Additionally, you could purchase
and I want to thank everyone who helped make it a reality. a memorial brick in your name or someone else’s for
As of press time, we were planning for our 3rd Annual the entrance courtyard at Cleveland. You might want to
14 Cleveland Alumni Las Vegas Getaway on Feb. 26-28. What
a great event offering an opportunity to obtain continuing
invest some time by serving on the Alumni Board or be
involved in some of the service activities throughout the
education hours, while enjoying fabulous Las Vegas. I look year. Furthermore, you can do your part in recruitment by
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forward to this exciting getaway that reunites alums. recommending Cleveland and chiropractic as a career—
Finally, save the date for Homecoming 2016 scheduled there are not enough doctors of chiropractic in this world!
for Oct. 7-9. Who knows what lies ahead in 2016? But, I am For more information on how to get involved or to join,
sure it will be exciting! As always, be safe and be well. z please contact Dr. Russell Matthias at (816) 228-5113. zSend A Student
Would you like to help someone find
a rewarding career in chiropractic
or the health sciences?
Share your Cleveland story
with them!
The Office of Admissions will
waive the $50 application fee
for entering students referred
by alumni.
Referring alums will be entered
into a monthly drawing for
a $25 gift card and some
cool Cleveland swag for each
successful referral you send!
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Dr. Thad Schneider ’07
CLEVELANDERCompleteMe As he begins his presidential term with the Kansas Chiropractic Association, we asked the former Cleveland
Student Council president and tireless supporter of the University and the profession to fill in our blanks.
When I arrived on the Cleveland My all-time favorite Cleveland The people who have influenced
campus for the first time, I was... memories were... me the most in my life are...
A bit skeptical about the Rockhill The charity motorcycle ride we orga- My wife, Shannon, who told me I
neighborhood and the facilities to be nized for Spina Bifida, hanging out could go back to school at 35 to
honest. But, in the end, I received in the StuCo office with my peeps become a doctor. And, again, I have
an awesome education and a great and the Brooksider after finals. Some to mention Dr. Stumph and Dr.
chiropractic foundation to build my fun memories! A lot of great times McKenzie. Also, my mom, my dad,
career upon. with a lot of great friends. my brother and God.
The course I took that challenged Cleveland prepared me for my When I’m asked what inspires me
me the most was... career in chiropractic by... the most about being a chiroprac-
Definitely Biochem I & II. Dr Bracho Giving me an incredible foundation tor, I tell people...
was tough, but his classes helped me for the understanding and belief in The most inspirational moments
ace my boards. Thanks, Dr. Bracho! the chiropractic adjustment. are the joy you get from a patient’s
overwhelming “Thank you!” when
My first real meaningful “a-ha” My journey into chiropractic can be you have helped them out of pain
moment occurred when... traced back to... when nothing else they have tried
Dr. Stephanie Stumph and Dr. Ed has worked.
One of the great doctors I had the
honor to train under was Dr. Hugo McKenzie. Thank you for encourag-
ing me to become a chiropractor. It My goals as the president of the
Gibson. He taught my first adjusting Kansas Chiropractic Association are
changed my life.
class, and was stern about cor- primarily to...
rect technique. Everyone was pretty
The most hilarious thing I remem- Continue where past presidents have
nervous about their first adjustment left off, trying to make the profession
ber happening in class was...
as he would keep checking that better for chiropractors in the state
you had proper set-up. He said “go First of all, let me say the class I
of Kansas. If it was not for the hard
ahead and thrust like I taught you.” I graduated with was a blast! We had work of the state associations and all
did, got an audible and felt the joint a lot of real jokesters; always some the volunteers, it would be almost
move. This was the first time I really sort of prank being done. I had to impossible to practice chiropractic in
knew I would be a chiropractor. really think to come up with some- this state or any other. If you are not
thing that was fit to print, so here a member of your state’s association,
it is. I got my first cell phone while then you should be. There are no ifs
in school and knew very little about ands or buts about it.
it. A couple of my classmates took
it and set the ringer on high, then If I wasn’t a chiropractor, then I
the rest of the class kept calling me would probably...
during lecture. I didn’t know how to Be a full-time husband and traveling
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shut the damn thing off. I even think companion to my beautiful wife.
Dr. Moore was in on it. Hey class
of 2007, Old Man River here knows My personal philosophy is...
how to use his phone now! Relax and enjoy because this is the
only life you get.
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This interview has been edited for
length, style and clarity.
Photo by Scott AlbrightCOVER STORY
Society today offers many strange
contrasts that defy logic. There are some
who are immersed in a hyper-materialistic
whirlwind of excess, while many others
struggle to secure the basic necessities of
life. The “some is good, more is better”
attitude seems like an empty concept,
when so many are lacking even “some,”
and “more” is merely a pipe dream.
Paying it
forward
For that very reason, there must be a
benevolent counterbalance. Whether
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it is helping the young, the old, the
downtrodden, or members of the animal
18 kingdom, many Cleveland alums possess
a level of compassion and altruism
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not found in most people. And by
giving back, they are paying it forward.
by Scott Vater & Scott albrightDrs. Tyler & Kayla Riggs in
their Pittsburg, Kan., office.
“...the act of giving is so powerful.”
Dr. Kevin Cressey ’10 practices in partnership with Smith
Chiropractic Center in Pasadena, Calif., and views paying it Dr. Kevin Cressey as “Santa”
forward as a way to help stay connected to people in his city. with his wife and little elf.
“I am tremendously grateful for being part of this energetic
community and the wonderful successes that I have been
able to have providing my services to them,” Cressey said. “I be done through money but it can be much more valuable
find that it should be my duty to at least try to do my part in through giving your time and compassion. Taking a moment
providing this amazing community with what I can so that it to help someone else is our duty!”
can continue being as vibrant as it is now.” Service to his community has become a tradition for
Each year at Christmas, his office organizes a holiday party Cressey. Through his actions with the youth of today, he has
that helps to support the Pasadena Jaycees’ “Operation Santa” played a role in shaping the adults of tomorrow.
“
Society today offers many strange contrasts
that defy logic. For that reason there must be
a benevolent counterbalance.”
program. The fee for entrance to the party is at least one gift “We joined this profession to help people.”
for the Jaycees, and on Christmas Eve, the toys are distributed
In 2015, Drs. Kayla and Tyler Riggs ’15 opened Riggs Chi-
to children around the area. The event has become so popular
ropractic in Pittsburg, Kan. Even in the midst of getting their
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that it now generates 400-500 toys each year.
business operational, they were already planning for how they
“Being part of ‘Operation Santa’ has been and will always
would make a difference outside the office.
be incredibly powerful and inspirational,” Cressey said. “Just
“Charitable donation is not just for the people receiving
being able to see the children’s smiles when I walk to up to
their door is all that matters.”
Cressey believes that giving back comes naturally to those
the donations, but also for us as practitioners,” Dr. Tyler said.
“We joined this profession to help people and make a differ- 19
ence in their lives — we do that through chiropractic care,
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in his profession, but he stressed that everyone can do their
and we can do it as well by giving back to our community.”
part to make a difference.
The Riggs’ have dedicated themselves to being instruments
“I think we can pay it forward no matter what profession
of help for the entire year by adopting a practice mission for
we are in and no matter how much we have or don’t have,
2016. Christened as “A Miracle Year of Wellness,” they have
because the act of giving is so powerful,” Cressey said. “It canCOVER STORY
With an average of 70-100 animals
in residence at the shelter, the bedding
was certainly needed, and was appreci-
ated by the shelter staff and the pets.
“Love, hope, encouragement.”
Feeling overwhelmed, scared and
alone after being told by doctors that
their son, Hagen, had Down Syndrome,
Dr. Richard Williams ’01 and his wife,
Christine, of Las Cruces, N.M., turned
their uncertainty into a positive for
others like them. In Hagen’s first nine
months, the Williams’ researched the
Dr. Richard Williams and his syndrome and tried to find support lo-
family at a DSFLC event.
cally to help them cope.
Not being able to find what they
instituted a plan to take an active role most instances, they require help from were looking for prompted them to
in several worthy causes in southeast people for many of their comforts. use their resources to pay it forward by
Kansas this year. Being active in their Petersen is in the second year of a founding the Down Syndrome Families
community helps them find ways to give program at his Jonesborough, Tenn., of Las Cruces (DSFLC) support group.
back that are a good fit for them. practice that combats that issue. The DSFLC became active in February 2015.
In January they focused on “Angels efforts of Petersen Family Chiropractic “We decided to start the group when
Among Us,” a group that Dr. Kayla calls have produced stellar results. we realized the was no support in our
“a truly amazing organization.” They After learning that the new county city for families like ours,” Dr. Williams
help patients going through cancer animal shelter had a concrete floor and said. “We wanted to make sure no one
treatments, and having been touched by was difficult to heat, Petersen became ever felt alone like we did when we
cancer in their family, the Riggs’ had a concerned. Temperatures in northeast received Hagen’s diagnosis.”
special connection with the group and Tennessee can sink below zero during DSFLC is committed to “providing
their mission. They participated in the the winter, so during the fall, he an- love, hope, encouragement and sup-
Polar Plunge in February, shifting their nounced that he and his staff would be port” for parents of children with Down
focus to the Special Olympics. collecting blankets for shelter animals. Syndrome. Willams said the group cur-
“Giving more to others will allow “It was very popular among our rently has 12 families involved.
us to fulfill the need in our world for patients, including one who volunteers “The most gratifying part of this is
an attitude that many believe has been at the shelter,” Petersen said. “We col- being able to provide much-needed
long forgotten,” Dr. Kayla said. ”We are lected six winter coats for larger dogs, encouragement and support to other
young, we are thought to be the selfish, seven pillows and about 60 blankets.” families in need,” Williams said. “My
materialistic and greedy generation. We Petersen has a “soft place in his wife received a call a few months ago
from a family that just received a prena-
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hope to reverse that mindset. There are heart” not only for animals, but also
good people in the world — we hope to for children and the elderly. He said tal diagnosis. They were devastated, and
become those good people who can re- those three groups are most frequently being able to help them through it from
ally have an impact on their community.” targeted for abuse, so they are in greater feeling like their world is falling apart to
20 “It’s the right thing to do.” need than other segments of society.
His reason for offering help is simple.
realizing how this child will bless their
life is exactly why we started this group.”
Dr. Howard Petersen ’00 is paying Several social events for member
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“It’s the right thing to do,” Petersen
it forward by assisting our furry friends. said. “We that have plenty should share families have been organized in the
Absent the ability to communicate with with those that do not. It’s American, group’s first year. They have had swim
people, animals are unable to share Christian and just plain humane to take parties, barbecues and holiday gather-
their needs regardless of how dire. In care of those that need it.” ings. In 2016, DSFLC has two majorfundraisers planned. The first is a “Buddy Day” with clowns, a
magician and face painting to celebrate World Down Syn-
drome Day March 21. Proceeds from raffle tickets and conces-
sions will go to the group. Schools are also helping them raise
funds through their “Dimes for Down Syndrome” campaign.
Williams’ commitment to paying it forward extends beyond
the DSFLC group. He has expanded his practice, Helping
Hands Chiropractic, to include annual trips to India to pro-
vide care for the indigent. To support this mission, Williams
founded Helping Hands International, a 501c3 organization.
“...making wishes come true is magnificent.”
Grateful for the myriad blessings the chiropractic profes-
sion has bestowed upon them, Dr. Christopher Vargas ’09 and
Dr. Adana Moses ’09 of Innate Family Chiropractic in Pasa- Mr. & Mrs. Claus (a.k.a. Drs.
dena, Calif., are completely committed to paying it forward to Vargas & Moses) & staff elves.
their community and society at large.
For the past five years, the husband-and-wife team has or- “It was exciting to be able to help the Learning Center and
ganized a holiday toy drive at their practice. Working with the its families by supplying toys and other goodies,” Moses said.
city of Pasadena, they adopted five to six families each year “Day in and day out, these children will get to expand their
from 2011 to 2014. From wish lists submitted by the families, minds, stay off the streets and have a place to go to advance
Vargas and Moses made sure with the help of their staff and their education.”
patients that the families’ wishes were fulfilled. Once all the Beyond the annual toy drive, Vargas and Moses give back
toys and gifts were collected, they were wrapped and then in other ways. They both lead a variety of workshops in the
personally delivered by Santa (Dr. Vargas) and Mrs. Claus community, and also produce patient education videos that
(Dr. Moses), along with a couple elves (staff members.) are shared on their website and Facebook page. For all they
“The toys we deliver to some of these children are the only do, they were voted “Best Chiropractors in Pasadena” in 2015
gifts they get during the holiday season,” Moses said. “Know- by the readers of Pasadena Weekly.
ing that we made them smile, helped their families out by
making their Santa wishes come true is magnificent!” Personal success and achievement is wonderful and we
In 2015, they changed the focus of their toy drive to benefit should all desire to have our share. However, service to others
the Learning Resource Center at Hathaway Sycamores, which makes us realize that success is appreciated more when one
provides after-school enrichment programs for children. Var- works hard to achieve it. It tastes sweeter when it is shared,
gas and Moses created an Amazon wish list for the learning and it is more richly deserved if it allows us to give back for
center, and then patients purchased needed items off the list. the greater good for all. That is to have succeeded. ♥
THE SPIRIT OF ‘PAYING IT FORWARD’
The idea of “paying it forward” is not a new concept. An Internet
search reveals that it was the subject of a prize-winning play in ancient
Greece, as well as a blockbuster movie starring Kevin Spacey in 2000.
“ It is often more about
kindness than cash.
A gift of time, or a
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The practice of paying a gift forward was described in a letter by
Benjamin Franklin in 1784, and it has surfaced in several written works
simple act of good faith,
since, including the 1916 book, “Garden of Delight,” by Lily Hardy can also be classified in 21
Hammon who wrote, “You don’t pay love back; you pay it forward.” the same way.”
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And while payment can be monetary, it is often more about kind-
ness than cash. A gift of time, or a simple act of good faith can also How are you paying it forward?
be classified in the same way. At its core, it’s about helping one who Tell us at cleveland.edu/magazine
is in need, in the hope that they will, in turn, help another. ♥cleveland foundation
IN THE SPIRIT OF PAYING IT FORWARD
2015 Foundation Scholarships
The Cleveland Foundation awarded a grand total of $40,500 in scholarships on Dec. 4.
These scholarships are funded by alumni, their family & friends, and other donations.
Recipients are holding envelopes and are identified from left to right.
They are pictured with representatives for the scholarships awarded.
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