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Ventures
Stevenson University Vol. 39 | No. 1 | Summer 2018
THE GROWTH OF
Esports Page 8
Professional Minors Page 14 | New Student Commons Page 18 | Advancing the Mission Page 20
As seen on the cover of this issue of Ventures, Stevenson’s new Quad opened this spring on the Owings Mills campus. The Quad provides an attractive green space, gathering spot, and walkable link between the School of Business and Leadership, Garrison Hall, and Rockland Center. The Quad will continue to be developed in the coming year, with seating areas and other features on the horizon. We invite you to visit the Owings Mills campus to enjoy this scenic part of the Stevenson student experience.
Starting with this issue, Ventures magazine is
breaking new ground. The university will now
produce two issues of the magazine each year
instead of the previous four. This will allow
us to present a more robust publication with
additional news and stories about our students
Ventures
and community. Additionally, we will continue
to produce an accompanying online version
of Ventures with supplemental content such as
additional photos, longer articles, and videos.
If you haven’t done so already, visit us at
stevenson.edu/ventures.
News for alumni and friends of Stevenson University Vol. 39 | No. 1 | Summer 2018
President
Elliot Hirshman, Ph.D.
Chair, Board of Trustees
FEATURES James B. Stradtner, CFA
Vice President, University Advancement
8 Next Level: The Growth of Esports at Christopher R. Vaughan
Stevenson University Vice President, Marketing and Digital
Communications and Publisher
One of the fastest-growing collegiate-level student activities, John A. Buettner
esports has come to Stevenson. Learn about this exciting new Editor
venture. Sherry E. Bithell
Design
Atsuko Biars, Tiffany Reese
14 New Professional Minors Give Students
Contributors
a Major Advantage Chip Burkey, Cierra Colón, Alison Cuomo,
Samantha Brooke Murray, Emily Reely, Greg
Stevenson has introduced five new career-focused professional Royce, Brandon Seidl, Dan Walker
minors to give students an edge in a competitive job market.
Advancing the Mission Contributors
Meghan Culbertson, Judith Jackson,
Allison Humphries ’11, Office of University
18 The Garrison Hall Student Commons Advancement
Take a tour of the new commons that offers students more Photography
Maximilian Franz, Aaron Harris, Nora
opportunities to interact, play, and get fit.
Long, Sabina Moran, Dan Siebenhaar, SU
Photography Interns, Office of University
Advancement
Questions or comments about this
IN THIS ISSUE issue? Please contact:
Sherry E. Bithell, AVP, Marketing
Communications
2 President's Perspective Stevenson University
100 Campus Circle
Owings Mills, Maryland 21117
3 News Briefs 443-352-4483
sbithell@stevenson.edu
20 Advancing the Mission
Please visit stevenson.edu for the latest news
about the university.
27 Class Notes
No part of this publication may be reproduced in print or
digital form without prior permission from the publisher.
PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE
This summer marks an important milestone. June 11
is the 10th anniversary of Villa Julie College becoming
Stevenson University.
This milestone is an opportunity to reflect upon the debt of gratitude
the Stevenson community owes to the founders of Villa Julie College.
It is also a moment to reflect upon the values of Stevenson and Villa
Julie. Our close-knit community of caring faculty, staff, and students
tie our past to our present. Similarly, our efforts to help students
develop professionally mark another important continuity. Every day,
our faculty and staff help our students experience opportunities to
grow, develop, and reach their fullest potential—just as they did when
we were founded 70 years ago.
This heritage has produced many successes. In the past year, we
successfully completed our Middle States reaccreditation process,
and, in May, nearly 800 traditional and Stevenson University Online
graduates crossed the stage to receive their bachelor’s and master’s
degrees. As part of our focus on creating career connections for
students, we are introducing five professional minors this fall. You
will read about these and more in this issue.
Since our last issue of Ventures, the university has renovated
facilities for student activities in Garrison Hall, creating spaces
for student clubs and organizations, a satellite fitness center, and
facilities for our new esports club. We also created new green space
in front of Rockland Center and Garrison Hall. This green space
provides opportunities for communal gatherings as well as a walkable
connection between our residence halls, Rockland Center, Garrison
Hall, and the Brown School of Business and Leadership.
Last, I am pleased to share that the first phase in the development
of the Rosewood site is complete with the demolition of 20 buildings
on the site. We are now working with the State of Maryland to prepare
for site grading that will allow us to develop roadways, athletic fields,
and recreational facilities.
As we say here, it’s a great time to be a Mustang! I hope you enjoy
this issue of Ventures and learning more about your university.
Elliot L. Hirshman, Ph.D.
2 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018
NEWS
BRIEFS
New Vice President for
Student Affairs Named
Stevenson University has appointed Tiffany Sanchez as
Vice President for Student Affairs. Sanchez, who most
recently served as Interim Dean of Student Life at Johns
Hopkins University, started on Feb. 15.
Sanchez brings more than 20 years of experience in
student affairs and residence life, including the past 15
years overseeing student programming, housing, health
and wellness, diversity and inclusion, and student
conduct. She joined The Johns Hopkins University in
2013 as Associate Dean of Student Experience where
she provided leadership for student orientation and the
first-year experience as well as student arts programming,
fraternity and sorority life, and student leadership and
involvement. Previously, she served as Director of New
Student Programs at American University, 2001-2013,
and held positions with Youth for Understanding
International Exchange and Heidelberg College in Ohio.
Sanchez is a graduate of the University of New Mexico
and holds a Master’s in College Student Personnel from
Bowling Green State University in Ohio.
Read about our new Vice President of University Advancement Tiffany Sanchez
on page 23.
Rosewood: Preparing the Way for Our Future
In summer 2017, Stevenson University reached an agreement
with the state of Maryland to acquire the former Rosewood
Center property in Owings Mills. The 117-acre site is adjacent
to Stevenson’s existing Owings Mills campus and nearly dou-
bles the total acreage of the University.
The Rosewood project proceeds as scheduled with the
completed remediation and demolition of 20 buildings on
the site this spring. Stevenson’s next step will be to secure the
permits needed from the State of Maryland to begin grading
the site. Site grading will help us set the stage for the future
development of infrastructure such as roads, athletic fields, and
recreational facilities. We are excited about the possibilities that
Rosewood will offer our students. Stay tuned for updates.
STEVENSON.EDU | 3
NEWS
BRIEFS
Student Design
Agency Provides
Real-World Career
Connection
Last fall, students in the inaugural Design Center
course taught in the School of Design learned first-
hand how it is to work for more than one client. The
course, co-taught by Stephanie Verni, M.F.A., Professor
of Business Communication, and Inna Alesina, M.F.A.,
Assistant Professor of Art, served as an integrated mar-
keting communication agency during the fall semester,
tasking students with understanding clients’ needs and
concerns.
The first client of the 18 students in the course—
who were business communication, graphic design,
and film and moving image majors—was the School of
Design itself. Their mission: to establish a new Design
Center. Students researched possible names and created
brand identities to showcase the in-house, student-run
agency. These were pitched to faculty in the School of
Design who ultimately chose the name “The Mill at
Stevenson University.”
Once The Mill was established, the students focused
on their second client, the Eastern Communication
Association (ECA). Leeanne Bell McManus, Ph.D.,
Professor of Business Communication, was in charge of
planning the annual convention for ECA in Pittsburgh,
Pa., held April 25-29, and she worked with the students
in The Mill course to promote the event. Students
created collateral such as invitations, brochures,
convention logos, 30-second videos, and social media
messages to spread the word about Pittsburgh, ECA,
and the convention.
Founded in 1910, the Eastern Communication
Association is the oldest professional communication
association in the United States, and Stevenson
students were able to work with scholars, teachers, and
other students from across the region. Students from
The Mill also presented on a panel at the convention,
sharing their experiences of working with a client
based on what they learned in the classroom.
4 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018
NEWS
BRIEFS
Director of Bands Leads U.S. Army Band
This spring, Mark Lortz, Interim Director of Music
and Director of Bands, had the honor of directing
the United States Army Field Band as they prepared
for the Norsk Militær (Norwegian Military) Tattoo.
The tattoo, which was held April 20-21, is a military
music show held every two years with participants
from Norway and abroad. With more than 800 par-
ticipants on stage, it is Norway's largest indoor show.
Lortz was contacted by the Army Field Band—
one of six premiere military bands in the world—to
help design the show and then teach it to the band
members. “Many of the band members have never
had marching experience, except for boot camp,”
Lortz explains. “I met with the design team to get an
initial idea of the program and offer suggestions on
what would be the most impactful moments of the
show.” He also spent several rehearsals with the band
working on marching fundamentals, choreography,
and musical performance.
“The Army band was the only U.S. band invited to
the prestigious international event and represented
our country proudly,” says Lortz.
To watch a video about Mark Lortz’s experience in
training the band, go to the online version of this
article at stevenson.edu/ventures.
Two Fraternities Coming to Campus
After assessing student interest and requests, Stevenson Uni- proposals and community meetings, the committee offered two
versity has decided to invite two national fraternities, Phi Mu nationally recognized fraternities the opportunity to become
Delta and Phi Beta Sigma, to colonize on campus. They will part Stevenson’s new Fraternity and Sorority Life community.
complement the university’s two sororities, Alpha Kappa Alpha Starting in fall 2018, Phi Mu Delta and Phi Beta Sigma Fra-
Sorority, Inc., and Phi Sigma Sigma. ternity, Inc., will begin the process to become Stevenson’s first
A committee of faculty, staff, and student representatives two fraternities. Representatives of each organization will host
was created to consider the Stevenson community’s needs and interest and informational events on campus in the fall, dates
expectations, to evaluate proposals from fraternities, and to to be announced, for students who wish to become founding
select groups to invite to campus. After a thorough review of the members of the fraternities in fall 2018.
STEVENSON.EDU | 5
NEWS
BRIEFS
New University Honors
Program To Launch in Mission: I’m
Fall 2019 Home Celebrates
10 Years of Service
The Mission: I’m Home student service
organization is celebrating its 10-year an-
niversary by continuing to help rehabilitate
Stevenson Service and Leadership Scholars meet award-winning National Geographic communities in New Orleans, Baton Rouge,
photographer Paul Nicklen.
New Jersey, Staten Island, and Baltimore.
The university is developing a new four-year Honors Program that brings to- These trips give students the opportunity to
gether honors general education classes with honors experiences in students’ spend their breaks helping those in need.
majors to help them become independent, creative, and analytical thinkers. During the past decade, nearly 700
The Honors Program will allow students to build relationships and make con- students have attended 25 service trips that
nections between disciplines and with faculty and fellow students and to pur- have helped more than 50 families.
sue research and scholarship.
Rivka Glaser, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biology, has been selected to be
the Honors Faculty Director and will lead the further development of the
For a longer version of this article,
program. The students in the Honors Program as well as those in our Service
please go to the online version at
and Leadership Programs will have opportunities for exceptional experiences stevenson.edu/ventures.
such as meeting distinguished political, social, and cultural leaders through
the Baltimore Speakers Series.
New Program Approved by MHEC:
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Stevenson has received approval from the Maryland Higher Education Commission to offer the
state’s first online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. Combining cyber-
security concepts and skills with those in the field of digital forensics creates a unique degree
specifically designed to respond to the growing demand for more specialists with the expertise to
combat cyber crimes. The program will begin in fall 2018 for Stevenson University Online and
fall 2019 for traditional undergraduates in the School of Business and Leadership.
6 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018
NEWS
Mustang Champs! BRIEFS
Saluting our teams that won conference
finals this spring.
MUSTANG CLUB
FIERCE ATHLETES
FIERCE SUPPORT
Mustang Club Launched
to Support Athletics
Since the launch of its official athlet-
Men’s Golf Men’s Lacrosse ics program in 1994, Stevenson Uni-
versity has been dedicated to recruit-
Men’s Ice Hockey Men’s Outdoor Track and Field ing talented student-athletes who
Women’s Ice Hockey Men’s Volleyball are committed to excellence both on
and off the field.
Men’s Indoor Track and Field Women’s Volleyball Members of the Mustang Club
will be able to help support our
student-athletes and allow the uni-
versity to remain competitive in the
Mid Atlantic Conference and at the
national level.
Gifts will create a positive impact
on the experience of current and
future student-athletes while assist-
ing in the creation of opportunities
where they can become champions
in the classroom, in the community,
and in competition.
Learn more about the Mustang
Club on page 31.
WANT MORE? Check out gomustangsports.com and find videos, photographs, stats, schedules,
interviews, and much more. To stay up-to-date, bookmark the site and visit it frequently. STEVENSON.EDU | 7
NEXT LEVEL:
The Growth
of Esports
AT STEVENSON UNIVERSITY
BY EMILY REELY
8 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018STEVENSON.EDU | 9
THE GROWTH OF ESPORTS
In February, Stevenson opened its new student activities space on the
Owings Mills campus, the Garrison Hall Student Commons. Among
the features of this modern, student-friendly area is a state-of-the-art
esports suite, home to Stevenson’s esports club.
Esports is a new venture for the university—but college esports will be a $1.5 billion industry by the
it’s a popular one. In esports, short for “electronic year 2020.
sports,” individuals and teams play a schedule of “There is a clear desire for collegiate level esports,
video game matches and competitions. Although and it only seems to be growing,” says Vice President
the global presence of professional esports really of Enrollment Management Mark Hergan. “We are
only began to surge in the 2010s, today it has proud to offer esports as a modern, community-
millions of followers watching the games on a live building experience for both our current and
streaming video platform. incoming students.”
The events are held in arenas around the
world, oftentimes drawing more viewers than
BRINGING ESPORTS TO
the NBA, NHL, and MLB championship games.
Top professional players can earn hundreds of
CAMPUS
thousands of dollars annually in endorsements “When we were approached about adding a serious
and prize earnings. esports arena, we felt that it was another extension
On the collegiate level, growth has been of appealing to more students, especially in this area
To watch a video about
remarkably swift. In 2014, Robert Morris where esports offerings are harder to come by than,
Stevenson esports, University announced its scholarship-sponsored say, the West Coast,” Hergan notes. “We thought,
go to stevenson.edu/
League of Legends team. Now, there are more ‘How could we use the existing space we had on the
SUesports
than 60 programs at U.S. universities and its Owings Mills campus as a tool for those interested
momentum isn’t slowing. For example, 22 percent in this emerging and evolving sport?’”
of all millennial-aged men watch esports, a Hergan was approached by Tyler Price (computer
number nearly equal to those in that demographic information systems ’17), a graduate student in the
watching baseball or hockey. Additionally, university’s Business and Technology Management
Newzoo—a leading provider of market information program, who saw a need for esports during his
about global games and esports—projects that undergraduate years. He served as the catalyst for
10 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018THE GROWTH OF ESPORTS STEVENSON.EDU | 11
THE GROWTH OF ESPORTS
Tyler Price (computer information
systems ’17), a graduate student
in the university’s Business and
Technology Management program,
saw a need for esports at Stevenson
during his undergraduate years. He
approached the administration and
served as the catalyst for getting
the program off the ground.
12 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018THE GROWTH OF ESPORTS
“When I saw the esports suite on my campus tour, I
saw an environment I had never experienced. When
I entered the room I just knew Stevenson was for
me. I didn’t see this anywhere else.”
making esports a serious group on campus because while
MORE THAN JUST A GAME
the video games club was popular it didn’t meet the needs
of players who wanted to play more competitively, he says. Mouse clicks, keyboard taps, and the occasional words of
“Having esports and the esports arena here can reach frustration fill the room three days a week for practices, with
students that Stevenson may not have been reaching official scrimmages falling on Wednesday evenings. The
otherwise,” Price explains. “I wanted to break the mold noise levels increase as the games progress. Conversation
of students not leaving their room to play video games to becomes louder. Clicks and taps become more energetic,
making a community centered on video games where people and people gather to watch the main competitor’s screen.
actually come together.” This is all part of what makes esports a team event—the
The new Esports Suite is impressive, containing 25 custom energy is dynamic.
gaming PCs with 144hz monitors, special gaming chairs, a Price, who was a co-founder of the original Stevenson
wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and a projector. The players League of Legends (a multi-player game) team, sought to
can use the room to practice individually or within teams, build the program up by building it around that team and
or to host gaming-related events such as viewing parties, in- then branching into other games such as Overwatch (a first-
house tournaments, and more. person game). These are two of the most popular games in
“When I started here a year ago, we only had a classroom esports competition and attract a diverse range of players.
of computers to practice with,” says League of Legends “This is a community of players for people who are striving
Coach and Esports Advisor Jonathon Neely. “Then we made to improve,” says Luke Zarcone, freshman psychology major
the move to the esports arena and it was so exciting to and esports player. “When I saw the esports suite on my
watch. Out of other participating colleges on the East Coast, campus tour, I saw an environment I had never experienced.
we are absolutely ahead in terms of facilities—we have one When I entered the room I just knew Stevenson was for me.
of the best esports rooms around.” I didn’t see this anywhere else.”
Because the sport is so new, each college manages its Sarah Kruse, a junior biochemistry major and esports team
program in differing ways. They can fall under the auspices player, says that being part of the program has benefited her
of athletic departments, student affairs, and even academic commuter student experience. “I’ve made friends here that
departments; Stevenson’s esports program currently falls I wouldn’t have otherwise, and I’ve felt nothing but support
under Club Sports. in the gaming community on campus.”
As with other sports programs, recruiting the right players In addition, as with other student athletics and club
is crucial. Currently, much of recruitment is by word of activities, the program gives students a well-rounded college
mouth, but esports programs can follow a player’s rank by education. “Esports helps you apply the skills you are
watching their game stats. Beyond identifying players who learning in the classroom, whether it’s teamwork, computer
excel, the recruiting process is similar to that of traditional building, marketing, social media, and more,” Price notes.
college sports in establishing a coach-player relationship. And even if you don’t play, you’re always welcome to
watch. SU
STEVENSON.EDU | 13PROFESSIONAL MINORS
New Professional
Minors Give Students
a Major Advantage
BY SHERRY BITHELL
14 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018PROFESSIONAL MINORS
Stevenson has always looked for ways to provide its students with a competitive
edge in their career paths, and now, the university has introduced five professional
minors specifically created to do so. These new minors—Applied Management,
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development, Human Resources, Real
Estate, and Software Design and Coding—were conceived to expand students’
career options and offer an opportunity to shape their education to meet their
specific career goals.
courses will be supplemented by programming
PROFESSIONAL VS. hosted by the Office of Career Services.
TRADITIONAL MINORS “This new, career-centered credential is
another example of how Stevenson helps its
Both discipline and professional minors give students stand out in a competitive job market,”
students the opportunity to learn outside of says Bridget Brennan, Ph.D., Assistant Vice
their field and tailor their education to their President of Academic Affairs. “Adding a solid
STEVENSON HELPS own specific interests, but they differ in their knowledge base and workforce experience in
one of these industries to the skills and career
ITS STUDENTS primary focus. Where traditional, discipline-
specific minors such as English, economics, or preparation they gain in their major will give
STAND OUT IN A music give a student a more in-depth education students the versatile skills employers want and
open up new career paths for them.”
in an academic field relevant to their major or
COMPETITIVE their personal interests, the new professional The professional minors will officially
minors focus on introducing students to in-de- launch in fall 2018 but the program is being
JOB MARKET mand professions and industries when coupled embraced by faculty in different programs
with their major, provide them with additional across campus. Students have already begun
career options after graduation. declaring professional minors, and Student
Each professional minor consists of four Success Coaches, Academic Advisors, and
courses designed to teach foundational Career Services staff are positioned to help
knowledge related to a discipline or industry. The students decide whether they might benefit
from declaring a professional minor.
STEVENSON.EDU | 15PROFESSIONAL MINORS
HOW: Provides a foundation in busi- HOW: Prepares students to understand
MORE ABOUT ness management through the study
of management fundamentals, em-
the skills and commitment required to
start a new venture or build a small busi-
THE MINORS: ployee relations, and organizational
leadership.
ness; to organize and write a complete busi-
ness plan that can be used to start a new
DESCRIPTIONS WHY: “An Applied Management pro-
fessional minor pairs well with any
business and apply for venture capital; and
to set appropriate marketing objectives for
small business growth.
AND SAMPLE School of the Sciences major,” says
Meredith Durmowicz, Dean of the WHY: “As a graphic designer, I will likely
OUTCOMES Fine School of the Sciences. “For in-
stance, a science major who pursues
experience freelancing at some point in my
career, and might even choose to begin my
OF PAIRING A
an advanced degree in a medical field own photography/freelance design career
would use skills from an Applied one day,” says Hailey Guit, Graphic Design
Management professional minor in ’20. “This minor offered me a chance to
MAJOR WITH setting up and managing their own
medical practice. An Applied Man-
learn about how to manage and be success-
ful in any business endeavors.”
ONE OF THE agement professional minor can also
help science majors who intend to
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
NEW MINORS pursue a career in industry by giving
them a strong foundation for leader-
ship and management positions.”
AND SMALL
BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT
APPLIED
MANAGEMENT
16 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018PROFESSIONAL MINORS
HOW: Provides a foundation for ca- HOW: Provides instruction in the ba- HOW: Provides a foundation in information
reers in the human resources indus- sics of the commercial real estate in- systems to prepare students to perform indus-
try through the study of workforce dustry and offers core skills for entry- try-specific IT tasks in the workplace through
development, compensation and level work in the fields of commercial the study of programming and technology in-
planning, and employee relations. real estate and development. frastructures.
WHY: Jeffrey D. Elliott, Ph.D., Profes- WHY: “There are many job oppor- WHY: Laura Smith, Chair and Associate Pro-
sor of Psychology and Department tunities for paralegals and lawyers fessor of English Language and Literature says,
Chair, says “A minor in Human Re- in the real estate field,” says Hilary “Tech companies need people with those clas-
sources may be attractive to Psychol- Michaud, Chair and Professor of Law sic English skills in storytelling, communica-
ogy majors who want to apply their and Justice Studies. “While they could tion, and complex thinking. At the same time,
skills in a workplace or business set- work for law firms, they could also English majors who want writing careers will
ting rather than in a clinical or re- work for title companies, real estate be increasingly writing in digital spaces. They
search setting. The minor can help to brokerage firms, estate-specific types need to graduate with the ability to understand
make them competitive for an entry- of employers, and more.” and navigate digital platforms, including cod-
level position in HR, where they might ing, information architecture, and design.”
focus on recruitment and training of REAL ESTATE
employees or on employee relations.” SOFTWARE DESIGN
AND CODING
HUMAN
RESOURCES
The panels will begin this fall, she says,
with internships and site visits beginning
in fall 2019.
Gordon also notes that she would
embrace the opportunity to partner with
Stevenson alumni working in any of the
fields related to the new professional
A CONNECTION TO CAREER minors on sponsored internships and
panels.
Sue Gordon, Vice President of Career Services, is quick to note that Overall, the new professional minors are
the professional minors aren’t just about classes—they’re suffused yet another example of Stevenson’s goal of
with career experiences. connecting students to careers both in and
“There are three elements to the career-related aspect of the out of the classroom.
professional minors,” she says. “There will be sponsored internships “The professional minors allow students
developed specifically for the minor. For example, a real estate minor to customize their experience at Stevenson
will have an internship at an agency. There also will be panels with to reflect their unique skills, interests, and
professionals who are working in the industry related to the minor. career goals. They also provide students
And finally, with employer site visits, students would travel to a with additional possibilities in response to
business to learn about the industry, how the company recruits, and the important question, ‘What do I want
what skills truly apply to that field.” to do when I graduate?’ ” Brennan says. SU
STEVENSON.EDU | 17GARRISON HALL STUDENT COMMONS
STUDENT LOUNGE
Upon entering the
Garrison Hall Student
Commons, you’ll find
the Student Lounge, a
casual area for students GAMING ROOM
to relax and chat. This room offers all students a place to
play! With 10 consoles and numerous
video games available on loan, the new
Gaming Room is a popular spot.
ESPORTS SUITE
Home to the university’s esports team, this room has numerous
CLAIRE E. MOORE STUDENT consoles and a large television where players can watch live-streaming
ACTIVITIES ROOM matches. Learn more about esports on page 8.
The Claire E. Moore Student Activities
Room, named for Stevenson’s longtime
Vice President of Student Activities (see
page 28), provides a flexible space for
formal and informal meetings. GAMING ROOM
STUDENT
LOUNGE
CLAIRE E. MOORE ESPORTS
STUDENT ACTIVITIES SUITE
ROOM
MUSTANG ROOM
GARRISON HALL
NORTH ENTRANCE NEW QUAD
18 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018GARRISON HALL STUDENT COMMONS
COMMONS MEETING
ROOMS
In addition to the Claire E.
Moore Room, two meeting
rooms offer venues for
members of student clubs
and other organizations to
gather.
COMMONS FITNESS CENTER
Offering stairmasters, elliptical machines, and weightlifting
equipment, this fitness center is now one of three on the
OPEN LOUNGE
Owings Mills campus available to students, faculty, and staff.
The lounge provides more space for students
to meet and study.
COMMONS
MEETING ROOM
COMMONS
FITNESS
OPEN CENTER
LOUNGE COMMONS
MEETING ROOM
Garrison Hall
Student Commons
STEVENSON.EDU | 19ADVANCING THE MISSION
Alumni@Work
In The Company
of Alumni
As our alumni move through their careers,
many choose to establish businesses of
their own. These entrepreneurs seek em-
ployees who can help them to grow and
achieve success, and some have recognized
that the best resource is in their own back-
yard: Stevenson graduates.
Classmates and visual communication
design graduates Bryna Stello Colley ’06
and Rebecca Smith Biello ’06 founded
2fold Collective in 2012. Their company’s
mission is to help clients love their brand,
and their team treats each project as an op-
portunity to make that brand a little more
amazing. To help accomplish that goal,
Colley and Biello brought two SU alumni—
also visual communication design majors—
onto their team: Alyson Cockrell ’14 and
Alex Neric Pak ’15.
When asked why she looks toward Ste-
venson graduates, Colley explains, “We
have a great relationship with Stevenson
and meet many students at portfolio reviews
and networking events. We like to support
Stevenson—and the students—however we
can. In addition to being great designers,
Stevenson students have a well-rounded
liberal arts education. Being a designer isn’t
just about making something ‘look pretty,’
it’s about communicating effectively and
thinking about your work from a business
perspective, not just a creative perspec-
tive. An education at Stevenson prepares
students to approach design in this way.”
20 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018From Student to
Employee
Networking, applications, interviews—re-
member how intimidating it can be? Be-
fore our students step into the professional
world, they must be prepared to successfully
navigate these crucial steps that lead to em-
ployment or even internships. Many of our
graduates can attest to the important role In February, Stevenson’s communication club, '47 House, hosted
of the Office of Career Services in helping their 2nd annual BizMix event, a career networking night with a
professional panel and Q&A session. Panel participants included
with these skills and offering opportunities
Marianne Martino (Gaga Marketing), Amy Nelson (Biohabitats),
to connect with employers. Jessica Kartalija (CBS Baltimore), Emma Ragon ’16 (Whiting-
Did you know that alumni also have access Turner), Kaitlin Kirkwood ’17 (Discovery Communications), Megan
McSwain ’16 (Chesapeake Conservatory), Dayne Turner ’17 (W.B.
to these services? Mason), and Adam Oberfeld ’94 (Entrepreneur/Freelancer).
IN 2016-2017:
8,500+ 226
JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS EMPLOYERS CAME ON CAMPUS FOR
WERE ADVERTISED NETWORKING/RECRUITING EVENTS
More Than a Business Investment
“Through my relationship with clubs like ENACTUS and our partnership with the
Career Center, I have been able to connect with Stevenson students and hire them into
our company. At Enterprise, we believe in giving back to the organizations that support
us, and one way we can do that is with the scholarship grant.”
– Elizabeth Hardesty, Enterprise Holdings
Stevenson has built strong relationships with a variety of local businesses: vendors who have provided
crucial services over many years, companies that offer student internships and employ our graduates,
and others who recognize the benefits of collaboration. Many of these businesses have taken the next
step and become members of Stevenson Partners, providing vital tuition support to our students.
Nearly 30 corporate members contributed $85,000 in scholarship awards for the 2017-2018 academic
year. This generosity in turn benefits those companies because Stevenson Partner members employ
more than 200 SU graduates, helping students to succeed who may one day be part of their team.
If you would like information about how your company can partner with Stevenson, contact Derek
Spahr, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations and Special Gifts, at dspahr@stevenson.edu or
443-334-2195.
STEVENSON.EDU/GIVING | 21ADVANCING THE MISSION
Make a Memory, Make a Difference
Life as a student creates myriad memories,
many cherished and some, perhaps, filed under
“lessons learned.” We want to help you make new
memories. The Office of Alumni Relations strives
to make the alumni experience more meaningful
by creating satisfying opportunities to engage with
current students and add value to their Stevenson
experience. You can make a difference from the
moment they set foot on campus to the moment
they turn the tassels on their graduation caps.
Whether assisting at a college fair, an Open House,
an Accepted Student Dinner, an Adulting seminar,
or a milestone occasion such as Commencement,
alumni have the ability to make a meaningful
impact.
One opportunity that provides the chance to
truly be hands-on is New Student Move-In Day
each August as incoming freshmen, new transfer
students, and their families face the exhilarating
but daunting task of moving into the residence Alumni making a memorable Move In Day: (left to right) Tonia Cristino ’08 ’10M,
halls. Alumna Donna Kahoe ’99 is an enthusi- Morgan Somerville ’14M, Katie Decker Reilly ’10 ’12M, Susan Fisher Humphries ’70,
Allison Humphries ’11, Marcia Neuburger ’05, Donna Kahoe ’99.
astic champion of her alma mater and also serves
on the university’s Board of Trustees. She has as-
sisted at Move-In Day for the past two years and
provides these insights into the experience. Kahoe: The comments from students and parents are amazing:
“Everyone’s smiling here!”
SU: What do you enjoy most about assisting with “Wow, we don’t have to move anything?”
New Student Move-In Day? “This is SO organized!”
Kahoe: The excitement of both the incoming “Other schools could take a lesson from SU on how to do this!”
students and their parents/family. Everyone is My best memory is Dr. Hirshman walking amongst the students
excited, some are bit apprehensive, and if we can and trash bins full of stuff in the parking lot to greet the parents
tap into that with them it becomes infectious. So and students—it was great.
I would say helping to calm nerves and make the
day less sad and stressful is the biggest plus for SU: What compelled you to volunteer at Move-In Day a second
me. I think the appreciation from the students time?
and their families for us doing that is a great Kahoe: It is fun! And it is also a great way to interact with the
feeling. SU does such a terrific job in coordinating current and incoming students.
the entire day, which is much appreciated and
somewhat unexpected. The experience makes me
very proud to be a part of the SU family.
SU: Do you have a favorite memory from Move-In Would you like to make a difference? Contact Allison
Day in 2016 or 2017? Humphries ’11, Director of Annual Giving and Alumni
Relations, at ahumphries@stevenson.edu or 443-334-2063.
22 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018ADVANCING THE MISSION
Stevenson Welcomes New VP for
University Advancement
Christopher R. Vaughan was appointed as the
new Vice President for University Advancement,
bringing a well-rounded background in philan-
thropy as well as deep connections in the Greater
Baltimore community. He joined Stevenson on
Jan. 29, 2018.
“I am excited to be here at Stevenson and am
looking forward to working with our alumni,
donors, and colleagues across campus to advance
our mission. The Stevenson community feels like
a family, and it is a privilege and pleasure to be
here,” says Vaughan.
A native of Baltimore, Vaughan served as
the Division Director for Development at
Associated Catholic Charities for four years.
In this role, he oversaw major and lead gifts,
annual giving, program giving, planned giving,
grants, development events, and donor services.
During his tenure, the agency saw significant
increases in annual and program giving support,
planned gifts, donor retention, and new donor
acquisition.
Prior to joining Catholic Charities, Vaughan
served in advancement for Loyola University
Maryland, his alma mater, for 11 years. His roles
included Director of Annual Giving, Director
of Planned Giving, and Special Assistant to the
Vice President for Development and College
Relations. He began his career at Deutsche Bank Christopher R. Vaughan
Alex. Brown, the oldest investment banking firm
in the United States, where he was an analyst in
the Margin Group, managing investment margin
accounts for several branch offices across the
country.
A graduate of Calvert Hall, Vaughan earned
both his bachelor’s degree and Master of Business
Administration from Loyola.
STEVENSON.EDU/GIVING | 23ADVANCING THE MISSION
“The best time to plant a tree
was 20 years ago. The second
best time is today.”
– Chinese proverb
24 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018We are truly grateful for the foresight and generosity of the members of the Great Oaks Society. Like those who plant a tree
that will grow to maturity many years in the future, these individuals have chosen to make arrangements now for a gift that will
later benefit the university through their estate plans, such as the contribution of stocks or securities, or through a charitable
bequest or gift annuity. Recently, the university received three such thoughtful gifts directed to the financial and academic
support of our students for years to come. While we are saddened by the loss of these friends, it is our privilege to honor their
philanthropic spirit.
Kitty Franklin Cromwell ’75 Elizabeth and Robert McWethy Jeanne Cohen Savage
Class of 1975 graduate Kitty Franklin Helping to create well-rounded edu- Stevenson’s largest single gift from
Cromwell passed away in November cators was the goal of Elizabeth “Liz” an individual came from someone
2016. A long-time supporter of her McWethy. As a faculty member, she with no connection to the univer-
alma mater, she instructed that a developed the Preschool Education sity; she was simply looking for a
portion of her estate go toward the Department at Villa Julie College in the deserving institution to receive a
Carolyn Manuszak Scholarship Fund 1970s and prepared preschool teachers substantial legacy. Jeanne Cohen
in Memory of Dr. T.J. Manuszak, which for the new Head Start Program. For Savage lived in Pikesville for many
provides tuition support to incoming many years, the university has recog- years before moving to Ocean City,
freshmen and new transfer students nized her spirit with an annual award Md. She flew her own plane, had an
with financial need. This bequest to a graduating senior, the Elizabeth interest in art, and assisted with her
was made in memory of Carolyn McWethy Award. husband’s business. When she began
Manuszak, former president of Villa In 2007, Mrs. McWethy and her hus- to investigate estate planning, an in-
Julie College. During her time as a band, Captain Robert McWethy, estab- terest in higher education led her to
student in the 1970s, Cromwell felt lished the Elizabeth and Robert McWethy Stevenson. She was impressed with
close to Manuszak and Rose Daw- Visiting Scholars Fund in Education at our career guidance and student sup-
son, who provided dedicated leader- Stevenson University, funded through a port, which she had not received as a
ship. She had special appreciation charitable gift annuity that provided the college student.
for Manuszak’s open-door policy McWethys with an income during their In September 2017, Savage passed
that encouraged free communica- lifetime. In addition to being an edu- away, leaving half of her estate to
tion with students. Cromwell be- cation advocate, McWethy was a poet, Stevenson—more than $2 million.
came a world traveler with visits artist, and environmental activist. She She directed this transformational
to Vietnam, China, and the British passed away in October 2014. Captain gift to establish an endowed scholar-
Isles. This global perspective shaped McWethy, a commissioned officer from ship fund, to benefit many genera-
her philosophy of “working for world the U.S. Naval Academy who enjoyed a tions to come. We are proud to hon-
peace and the awareness of all life’s lifetime career in the Navy, passed away or her through the Eugene and Jeanne
oneness.” in January 2018. Savage Endowed Scholarship Fund.
If you would like information about planned giving options, contact Meghan Culbertson,
Assistant Vice President for Advancement, at mculbertson@stevenson.edu or 443-334-2227.
STEVENSON.EDU/GIVING | 25ADVANCING THE MISSION
VillaFest Celebrates Our Past and Future
In celebration of the foundation laid by Villa Julie The heart of VillaFest is the Reunion Brunch,
College that is carried on with pride as Stevenson held on April 29, which brings VJC and SU alumni
University, VillaFest Weekend is an important back to renew friendships and build new ones. Cur-
tradition, bringing students, alumni, and fami- rent students also attended, comparing experiences
lies together. Volleyball tournaments and a food with alumni of campus life then and now, main-
truck rally were part of the community activities, taining the connection that brings our past and
and former soccer players showed that they still future together under one vision. Special acknowl-
have the Mustang spirit as alumni from the men’s edgment was made of members of reunion classes
and women’s teams continued their own tradition ending in 2, 3, 7 and 8 as well as Jubilarian Society
through friendly matches at Mustang Stadium. members from the classes of 1949-1969.
26 | VENTURES/SUMMER 2018CLASS NOTES
1963 1983 Blaire Aull Miller together with her husband,
Brooks, and daughter, Alex, welcomed a second
Our condolences to CeCe Di Giorgio Our condolences to Marlene Greenebaum daughter, Reese Jillian, on June 19, 2017.
Brooks Hilte, her daughter Molly Brooks on the passing of her husband, Stewart, on
Helmstetter ’90, and grandson Christopher Dec. 10, 2017. Paul Oakes married Marjorie Fitzpatrick on
Clay Hilte ’08 on the passing of their Nov. 4, 2017.
husband, father, and grandfather, Larry, on
1985
May 13, 2017.
Glen Geelhaar ’85 ’02 ’07 is running for a
2007
Marc Grossblatt enjoyed a trip to Norway
1967 seat on the Baltimore County Council in 2018
as a representative from the Sixth District. and Denmark in August. Since graduating
At the end of December 2017, Claire from SU, he has visited Greece, Italy, Russia,
Estonia, Latvia, Sweden, Finland, and Costa
Mosmiller Moore ’67 ’03 retired from
Stevenson University as Vice President for
1989 Rica. Grossblatt plans to continue traveling and
Student Affairs. Claire spent 35 years at VJC/ Our condolences to Chris Engel ’89 ’91 on hopes to visit some countries in Latin America
SU starting in 1982 as Director of Student the passing of his father on Jan. 6, 2018. and Asia.
Activities. She served as Interim President from
Jessie Merryman Stever and husband, Brian,
November 2016 until July 2017 when Elliot
Hirshman joined the university.
1998 welcomed their first child together, Kent David,
Mindy Myers Hinsley serves as chair of the born on Feb. 23, 2017. He joins a very excited
Professional Marketer’s Leadership Exchange, big sister, Lucy, who is nine years old.
1968 which meets regularly throughout the year
Our condolences to Paula Salamone Bangs and is comprised of senior-level marketing 2008
and her son, Thomas Bangs ’06, on the professionals from local engineering and
passing of her husband and his father, Patrick, architectural firms. She is the President of Tonia Cristino ’08 ’10M is engaged to Nick
on Oct. 16, 2017. Hinsley Collective, LLC, a professional services Ramsel ’13 ’14M, and the couple is planning a
marketing consulting and leadership training September wedding.
1971 firm established in 2014.
Amanda Courter ’08 ’10M is married to
Graeme Millar and they have a daughter, Faith,
Bonnie Caslow Allan had her landscape
paintings featured at Irvine Nature Center in
1999 who was born in 2017. The couple works at
Stevenson. Amanda is a Senior Enrollment
an exhibit titled “Wandering Our World.” The After returning from Iraq and completing
Counselor and Graeme is Associate Athletic
exhibit ran from January through March. his 11th deployment, John Wilson recently
Director and head men's soccer coach.
moved to Miami, Fla., to be an instructor
1974 at the Army Trauma Training Detachment.
On Jan. 1, he was promoted to the rank of
Jessie Halpern married Pete Stefaniak ’07 in
2011, and the couple has two daughters. Natalie
Donna Croucher Morrison was named Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army. is three-and-a-half years old and Jocelyn is eight
an outstanding community member by the months old.
Towson Chamber of Commerce at their
inaugural “Toast of the Town” event in April.
2003 Mickelle Gregory Johnson ’08 ’10M and
She was honored for her tireless work to lead David “Dave” Crisp, CPA, was recently her husband, Michael, welcomed a daughter,
the community in a positive and forward promoted to Principal at Weyrich, Cronin & Michaela Elizabeth-Jean, born on Nov. 21, 2017.
direction. Donna is the Deputy County Sorra, LLC. Dave has more than 15 years of
Administrative Officer working with Baltimore public accounting experience and has worked Shantell Roberts was selected by Baltimore
County Executive Kevin Kamenetz. Our extensively on audit, review, compilation, Magazine as one of 30 Baltimore Visionaries—
condolences to Donna on the passing of her and tax engagements in various industries change-makers who are shaping the future of
mother on Dec. 16, 2017. including real estate and construction. He also Baltimore City—for developing a safe way for
provides audit services to employee benefit babies to sleep. In 2012 she established Touching
Young Lives, a nonprofit focused on improving
1975 plans such as 401(k), Defined Benefit, ESOP,
and other plans. He joined the firm in January the well-being of infants and children through
Catherine “Cathy” Anderson retired last 2001 as an intern from Stevenson and was public education. Shantell also developed and
July after working more than 24 years at hired full-time in spring 2003 after graduation. is the founder of the Portable Alternative Crib
Towson United Methodist Church as Director (PAC), which is a simple cardboard box with
of Family Life and most recently as Director Greg Goodwin ’03 ’05M has been promoted firm padding that gives babies a comfortable and
of Communications. At the same time, she to Chief Technology Officer at Kiddie Academy. safe place to sleep beyond the family bed. For
moved from Maryland to Pennsylvania, where every one sold, an additional PAC will be given
Abby Ferretti Jackson is the Creative to a family in need.
her son and his family now live. She plans
Director at The Johns Hopkins Carey Business
to continue creating art while playing with
School. She writes that her first hire at Carey
grandchildren. Her studio is set up for fibers
and stained glass, and she has been offered
was a fellow SU graduate, Kelly Knapp 2009
Cumberledge ’99, who is the new Marketing In August 2017, Jen Milam started at
an opportunity to revisit metalsmithing and
Operations Manager. Carroll Community College as the Director
theater.
of Student Life where she oversees student
1981 2005 clubs, orientation, leadership opportunities,
programming, a food pantry, and more. She
Catherine Benson Blum and her husband, is excited to get back into the world of higher
Linda-Lee Coles Adams and her husband,
Jesse ’05, welcomed their second daughter, education after leaving Stevenson in 2016 for a
Brett, celebrated their 20th wedding
Aria Grace, on Jan. 13, 2017. She joins big position at a small nonprofit in Baltimore.
anniversary in July 2017 with a trip to Old
sister Lucy Marie, who turned three years old
Montreal, Canada. Brett is the Director of
in September.
Athletics at SU.
STEVENSON.EDU/GIVING | 27Claire Moore Scholarship Fund Honors Dedicated Leader of Students Imagine someone who has dedicated her career to her alma mater, striving to create a positive, meaningful experience for thousands of students over decades. And imagine that person leading with enthusiasm, and helping to transform a two-year junior college into a four- year university. How does a community honor someone who has made such an impact? By following her example and focusing on students—by creating a scholarship in her name. In 1982, Claire Moore ’67, returned to Villa Julie College to serve as the Director of Student Activities. Through her leadership and collaborative spirit, she developed the residence life program, established an athletics program, and helped to create the Wellness Center. After serving as Vice President of Student Affairs for more than 10 years, in 2016, Moore was selected to serve as Stevenson’s Interim President upon the retirement of President Kevin J. Manning. As Stevenson’s fifth president, she continued her unwavering commitment to our students’ success, growth, and well-being. When Moore announced her intention to retire in December 2017, the Senior Class Council decided to honor her in the most fitting way they could imagine: by creating an opportunity to help students. The Claire Moore Scholarship Fund will provide tuition support to a senior who has contributed to the Stevenson community. Claire Moore ’67, ’03 is the person who made Stevenson a home for so many students. Throughout her 35-year career at Stevenson, she led the university with her heart and kept her focus on its students. Join the Class of 2018 by making a gift to honor Claire Moore and be part of honoring her legacy.
CLASS NOTES
2010 Bobby Jackson ’12 ’14M ’16M returned
to SU last summer for training in Project
Watts Willingham ’12, Katie Stuck Winfield
’12, Brandon Bayer ’15, Frankie Reynolds
Elizabeth Brooks is the Assistant Director of Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum. This ’15, and Corey Wassum ’16.
Financial Aid at The Peabody Institute of The training prepares high school educators to use
Johns Hopkins University. hands-on, inquiry-based learning techniques Ashley Nelson-Raut has joined the wealth
to instruct PLTW students. Bobby teaches preservation group practice at Pessin Katz Law
Laura Smith Schenk ’10 ’15M is working as science at Glen Burnie High School. P.A. Her practice focuses on advising clients in
the Academic Progression Coordinator of Nursing the areas of estate planning, elder care, estate
at Harford Community College and Cecil College. Stephannie Krulevitz ’12M is an Assistant and trust administration, and income taxation
Last November she attended the Organization for State Prosecutor in Maryland. She received of trusts and estates.
Associate Degree Nursing Annual Convention in the J.D. degree in 2015 from the University
Arizona and received the first place poster award of Baltimore School of Law and clerked for Kelsie Rites, along with Kyle Pottieger ’16,
for her entry entitled “Cecil-Harford Academic the Honorable Julie L. Glass of the Circuit Katie Madigan ’17, and Emily Ostrander
Progression in Nursing Initiative.” Court for Baltimore County following law ’17 from the School of Education’s Beginning
school. She is admitted to practice before state Teacher Community, hosted a Job Interview
Preparation Discussion for School of Education
2011 and federal courts including Maryland, the
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth seniors on March 8, 2018.
Kayla Eckert is working as an associate Circuit, and the United States District Court
veterinarian at the Pulaski Veterinary Clinic Brandon Smith ’13 ’14M and Ciara Faupel
for the District of Maryland.
in Baltimore, Md. She received the Doctor of ’16 were married on July 21, 2017.
Veterinary Medicine degree from St. George’s Grant Simard and Kellie Forsyth ’13 are
Megan Smith and Jason Scroggins ’13 were
University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2016. living in Virginia where Grant works as a
married in May 2017, and the couple welcomed
contracts administrator at Agile Defense
Katherine “Katie” Hoffman and Pat Mueller their first child, Lena, born on Feb. 11, 2018.
and Kellie works in IT at the Department of
welcomed the arrival of daughter Aubrey State. They both travel to a lot of work-related
Elizabeth Mueller on May 29, 2017. conferences and meetings and enjoy seeing 2014
new places in the U.S. and around the world.
Allison Humphries is engaged to Donald Jaiana Boskett is engaged to marry Shalise
Cuneo, and the couple is planning a wedding on Trisha Tucci is working as a Financial Aid Harris, and a wedding is being planned for 2019.
Dec. 1, 2018. Advisor at Towson University.
Nicolas “Nico” Garcia ’14 ’16M began
Brittany Kaier Meyers is a senior compliance Congratulations to Kayla Wilson who working with Solar City/Tesla in June 2016
analyst at ACell, Inc., a leading regenerative graduated from the Michigan State School and was promoted to Bilingual Field Energy
medicine company that develops and of Law in May. While in school she worked Consultant in February 2017.
manufactures products designed to facilitate the at Legal Aid in Michigan and also spent a
body’s ability to repair and remodel tissue. Michael MacFee ’14 ’17M has joined
semester in a Michigan State clinic teaching
the Stevenson Department of Business
high school journalism students about the
Communication as an adjunct professor
2012 First Amendment.
teaching Introduction to Public Speaking and
Courtney Burkett is a desktop support specialist Business and Professional Communication. He
in the IT Department at the University of 2013 also works as a Communications Associate at
Maryland Baltimore County. Maryland Public Television.
Janel Frazier ’13, Zac Stavish ’13,
Melissa Pinkney ’15, and Lauren Speiser Marissa Meiklejohn and Brooks Miller ’14
Brandi Powers Downing ’12 ’13M was ’15 presented at the AACTE (American
nominated for the UnitedHealth Group are engaged, and the couple is planning a June
Association for the Council of Teacher 2019 wedding.
company-wide Superhero Award, which Accreditation) national conference held in
recognizes employees who provide exceptional March in Baltimore. They were joined by Taylor Mongold and Justin Dudley ’14 are
customer service and contribute to company School of Education faculty member Beth engaged, and the couple is planning an April
growth by delivering quality service and Kobett. The title of the presentation was “A 2018 wedding. Taylor is a school counselor with
demonstrating cultural values while serving University-Led Induction: Using a Strengths- Baltimore County Public Schools, and Justin
customers. Based Inquiry Approach to Support is an ICU nurse at University of Maryland St.
Nick Farano was among seven American citizens Beginning Mathematics Teachers’ Success.” Joseph Medical Center in Towson.
invited by Hands Along the Nile Development Nick Hoban and Katie Evans ’14 are After dating for five years, Chelsea Moog and
Services to take part in the Professional Fellow engaged and the couple is planning a Heath Johnson ’13 were married on June 16,
Program Outbound Exchange which took place September wedding. 2017. The ceremony and reception took place
in Egypt from Feb. 10-21. This is a professional
at Belmont Manor in Elkridge, Md. The couple
development exchange program funded by the Brian Lewis ’13 ’13M graduated from honeymooned in Thailand.
U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational Mitchell Hamline School of Law in January
and Cultural Affairs. The program seeks to foster 2017. He took the Minnesota Bar Exam Samantha Perillo ’14 ’17M is a Digital
professional partnerships between American in February, passed, and was admitted to Marketing Specialist at Medifast and is the
experts and Egyptian colleagues and to contribute the Minnesota Bar in May 2017. He is assistant coach for the Stevenson women’s
to intercultural understanding. The theme of currently an associate at Francis White Law volleyball team. During her student years at
the program was the empowerment of women in Woodbury, Minn., where he handles VA SU, she was a premier volleyball player for the
and persons with disabilities. Nick is the Public claims appeals and military law matters Mustangs.
Relations and Fundraising Manager for the nationwide as well as Social Security issues.
Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Amanda “Mandi” Sheroke ’14 ’15M is
Washington. He recently completed a M.B.A. in Rachel Mullett and Justin Hedrick ’15 continuing to pursue her dream of becoming a
project management from Capella University. were married on Sept. 2, 2017, at the Alumni medical examiner. She will be attending Liberty
Memorial Chapel at Loyola University University in Lynchburg, Va., this fall to begin
Renae Hunter and Brian Diller were married on Maryland. The reception was held at Turf studies for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Sept. 30, 2017. The ceremony and reception were Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Md. Members of degree.
held at the Columbus Center in Baltimore. the wedding party included SU alumni Kristy
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