Class Notes
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School of Theology
Class of 1934 Top of page
Maxine (Heater) Crawford lives in Hayden, Idaho. She married in 1940 and raised two sons. After teaching high school math for nearly 29 years, she took early retirement to care for her husband, who had been diagnosed with cancer. "Even though I'm 87, I still golf 18 holes and have a 38 handicap," Maxine writes. "God has been so good to me. Everyone here tells me what an inspiration I am."
Class of 1950 Top of page
Ella Cleveland Goodbread BS enjoys life on her Montana ranch. This winter she traveled by motor home to Florida. Her daughter has blessed her with 7-year-old twin grandsons. Ella still enjoys singing as time and opportunity permit.
Class of 1951 Top of page
Bill Ameredes BS and his wife, Mary, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 2. They were married in All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Weirton, W.V., Sept. 2, 1951. During his career in education, Bill was a teacher, assistant principal, guidance counselor, and football, basketball and track coach. He retired in 1996. Bill and Mary have two sons - Bill and Timothy - and four granddaughters. Bill and Mary live near Akron in Monroe Falls, Ohio.
Class of 1954 Top of page
Paul Freeland BTh and his wife, Edna Mae, have written a book about their 46 years in pastoral ministry. Our Journey was published in November.
Class of 1956 Top of page
Lillian Kitchen Black completed seven years as a volunteer for JAARS Inc. in Waxhaw, N.C. "We assist Wycliffe Bible translators in translating the Bible," she explains. "Our goal is to begin translations for the remaining 3,000 languages by 2025."
Class of 1962 Top of page
Doug Smith BA took the first sabbatical in his academic life last fall. He committed that time to writing and to focus on e-learning. He and wife Bernadine (Goede) Smith BS enjoyed traveling during 2001. Besides trips to see family, they visited Washington state and China.
Class of 1966 Top of page
Gloria (Constantine) Pappas BA was named Principal/ Administrator of the Year for the state of Washington. It is the highest honor bestowed upon an educator in that state.
Class of 1970 Top of page
Ken Wade BA is the president of Ken Wade Marketing Research. He and his wife, Barbara, live in Roswell, Ga.
Class of 1972 Top of page
Janet Keating Fout BA, along with two of her co-workers, received a Leadership for a Changing World award from the Ford Foundation for outstanding grassroots leadership for the Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition (OVEC) in Huntington, W.V. Janet has been project coordinator for OVEC since 1992 and is working to ban mountaintop removal strip mining of coal. "Our work is all about protecting God's beautiful creation and people in Appalachia who have been marginalized by powerful interests," she explains.
Class of 1973 Top of page
James "Steve" Allen is a building commissioner in Hillsboro, Mo. He and his wife, Margie, have 11 children. He attends First Baptist Church, where he is a Sunday School teacher and has served as an alderman.
Phil Dukes BA attends United Theological Seminary in Dayton. "I am a confirmed candidate for elder in the West Virginia Conference of UMC. I am currently an appointed associate pastor in preparation for commissioning in 2003," he writes.
Charles Wako BA is the deputy director of the Association of African Airlines, an international organization based in Nairobi that brings together all 36 African airlines. "My department is responsible for the harmonization and coordination of both the tariff and schedules among the airlines for the whole continent," explains Charles. "I am also the consultant for all world airlines wishing to operate to any point on the African continent in the establishment of the International Air Transport Association fare."
Class of 1977 Top of page
Michael A. Smith BA earned a Ph.D. in social work from Florida State University in December 2000. He is a consultant, advising 10 teams of in-home family therapists in Washington, Florida and New York.
Class of 1978 Top of page
Deborah (Turner) Condon BA worked for Burlington Motor Carriers for 17 1/2 years. She is now the division human resources/safety manager for the textile manufacturer WestPoint Stevens in the Basic Bedding Division. She is responsible for five plants located in Indiana, Nevada, Georgia, Louisiana and Alabama. "Along with these responsibilities, I am still very active with the Anderson [Indiana] Firefighters Auxiliary, serving as president, and am past president of the Indiana Firefighters Association Auxiliary," she writes. "I am also an independent Longaberger® sales consultant."
Theodore Simmons BA, MA '85, MDiv '88 - see The School of Theology, 1988.
Class of 1980 Top of page
Ann (Hartman) Rayle BA lives in Birmingham, Miss., with her husband, Brad, and their two children. She would love to hear from former classmates. Her e-mail address is therayles@mediaone.net.
Class of 1982 Top of page
Richard Lewis BA has moved to Montana, where he is the appointed state court administrator for the Montana Supreme Court in Helena. Rick and his wife, Cheryl, enjoy being first-time parents to two-year-old Carson Tyler. Their new address is 3 Bitterroot Mountain Road, Montana City, MT 59634, and their telephone number is (406) 443-6263. "We would love to hear from AU friends," Rick writes.
Class of 1983 Top of page
an Bentley BA has taught missionary kids for 17 years. "For 15 of those years, I served in Indonesia as a teacher and administrator of a small international school for missionary children and ex-patriates with OMS International," Jan writes. During that time, she received a master's degree in literacy from Michigan State University, and she recently earned another master's degree in educational administration from Columbia International University in South Carolina. In August Jan joined the mission organization Pioneers, and she will move to Chiang Mai, Thailand, in May to establish a resource center for families and serve as the center's consultant.
Donald Keith Preston BA was promoted to retail sales manager for all four locations of First Security Bank of Lexington. He is also the play-by-play radio announcer for the Lexington Christian Academy Eagles. Keith and Ann, his wife of 15 years, have three sons - Matthew, 12; Daniel, 8; and Andrew, 5. They would love to hear from friends at dkpresto@aol.com.
Dr. Cindy Layne Swart BA is president of Memorial Physicians Inc. in Marysville, Ohio. She married Ron Reece in 1997 and has a stepson, Ron Reece II, 15. Cindy and Ron also adopted Scott Christopher, 2, last May.
Class of 1984 Top of page
Pam (Strunk) Nicotera BA has moved from Dallas to southern Connecticut, where she lives with her husband, Mark, and their children - Allison, 13; Emily, 11; and Nathan, 9. Pam's family keeps her busy as a chauffeur and volunteer at three different schools. She recently met Connie (Mast) Costello BA '85 in New York City for dinner and looks forward to the next "roomies reunion." Her e-mail address is pnicotera@aol.com.
Class of 1985 Top of page
Tim Harding BA was promoted to director of career services at Butler University in June.
Class of 1986 Top of page
Carolyn (Greene) Ansley BA and her husband, David, welcomed a son, Steven James, on Oct. 13, 2000. Steven has two brothers - Jonathan, 5, and Michael, 3. The family lives in Indianapolis, where Carolyn is a coordinator of a Moms of Preschoolers (MOPs) group and the Sunday school superintendent for South Emerson Church of God. "I enjoy working with our children's ministry and leading music for them every Sunday," she writes.
Jennifer (Price) Carson BA and her husband, Andrew, welcomed Kathryn Elizabeth into their family on Nov. 16, 2001. Katy has a brother, Nicholas, 2. Andrew is a master sergeant in the United States Air Force. Jennifer is a stay-at-home mom and "loves every minute of it." They live on the McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey. She would love to hear from friends. Her e-mail address is josie96@rcn.com.
Donna Taylor BA earned a master's degree in social work from Barry University in Miami Shores, Fla., in July. Friends can reach Donna on her cell phone at (954) 804-6529.
Darla (Williams) Pedersen BA and her husband, Jens, adopted Lydia Megan, who was born Sept. 24, 2000. The family lives in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Class of 1987 Top of page
Jo Ellen (Oliver) Bartko AS and her husband, Al, announce the birth of their third child, Kathryn Ann, on May 11, 2001. The family lives in North Carolina.
Kevin Flynn BA and Stephanie "Taffy" (Davis) Flynn BA '89 announce the birth of their first child, Taylor Marie, on Oct. 30, 2001. Kevin has worked in the insurance/financial services industry since graduating from AU. Last November he opened his own agency, Flynn's Financial Group. The family lives in Ohio.
Kurt J. Kolka BA marked the 12th anniversary of his part-time ministry, Sunday Cardinal Ministries Inc. The ministry supplies churches with low-cost comics that teach youth about the Christian faith. For more information about his ministry, visit his Web site at www.thecardinal.org.
Cynthia (Bowser) Shaver BA - see The College, 1990.
Class of 1988 Top of page
Troy Mink BA completed a professionally taped version of his one-man show, "The Haint," last summer. For a preview or to purchase a video tape, go to www.stagedirect.com and look for information on "The Haint." The Web site also features recent reviews of his show.
Sherri (Stealy) Woods BA - see The College, 1991.
Class of 1989 Top of page
Stephanie "Taffy" (Davis) Flynn BA - see The College, 1987.
Sonia Oliveros Holcombe lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with her husband, Sean, and two children - Nadia, 4, and Noland, 1. Sonia had been an account manager for Proctor and Gamble, but she has since earned a master's degree in education and now teaches fourth grade. "I love it," she says of her new career. Sean is a music teacher. In August, her sister-in-law, Mary Sue Craig Oliveros BA '86 (wife of Marcel Oliveros BA '87) died. Any of Mary Sue's friends who wish to contact Sonia may do so at (817) 581-1716. Don Knispel BA and Heidi Herr announce the birth of Elizabeth Lyn, on Aug. 21, 2001. "Elly is adored by her brothers, Kurt and Evan, and looks like her daddy," Heidi writes. Heidi enjoys full-time parenthood. Don is a senior claims adjuster with Indiana Insurance Company, part of Liberty Mutual. The family lives in Peru, Ind.
Mike McDivitt BA and his wife, Lori, announce the birth of Elizabeth on Father's Day 2001. She is the couple's fifth child. "There is never a dull day in the house," Mike writes. Mike is the assistant principal at Oak Hill High School.
Class of 1990 Top of page
Dana (Middleton) Kasper AS and her husband, James, announce the birth of Olivia Margaret on Dec. 18, 2001. The family has moved to the Richmond, Va., area, where Craig works for Virginia State University. The family can be reached by e-mail at ckasper355@aol.com.
Rob Shaver BA and Cynthia (Bowser) Shaver BA '87 announce the birth of Rachael Elizabeth on Sept. 28, 2001. They also have a 5-year-old son, Robby, and 3-year-old daughter, Angela. The family lives in Alexandria, Ind.
Class of 1991 Top of page
Laura Slayton Janik BA and her husband, Steven, live in Westland, Mich., with their two daughters - Emily Elizabeth, who will be 5 in May, and Ashley Amanda, 1.
Dawn (Phipps) Matheson BA and her husband, Craig, announce the birth of Luke James on April 9, 2001. They also have a daughter, Sarah Marie, 3. The family lives in Green Bay, Wis.
Thorpe Miller BA and Gina (Shellenbarger) Miller BA '93 live in Indianapolis with their two sons - Gavin, 4, and Owen, 1.
Peter Woods BA and Sherri (Stealy) Woods BA '88 announce the birth of Turner Jayden on Oct. 9, 2001. "Big brother Tristan, 6, and sister Taylor, 4, were very excited," they write. The family lives in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Class of 1992 Top of page
JR McGee BA and his wife, Anita, announce the birth of Amanda Joy on Nov. 12, 2001, in Hong Kong, one day after the couple's first wedding anniversary. The family lives in Wuhan, China.
Kevin Osborne BA and Stephanie (Gothberg) Osborne BS announce the birth of their third child, Brody, on July 18, 2001. Brody was welcomed home by brother Brayden, 4, and sister Aubrey, 2. Kevin completed his master's degree at the University of Dayton. He teaches seventh grade at Miamisburg, Ohio, coaches and leads a Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddle. Stephanie is taking time off from teaching to stay home with the children. Their e-mail address is fiveozzies@aol.com.
Class of 1993 Top of page
Ron Castle BA - see The College, 1994.
Christopher Clifton BA moved to Palm Beach County, Fla., in 1997 to help plant a contemporary United Methodist Church. Attendance has since surpassed 500. Chris leads the worship, production and creative teams. He earned his master's degree in music from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., and on Dec. 29, 2001, he married Melinda Ann Hymer. They live in Royal Palm Beach.
Gina (Shellenbarger) Miller BA - see The College, 1991.
Shelly (Banker) Ramsey BA, AA - see The College, 1994.
Kim (Phillips) Rantanen BA earned a master's degree in intervention services (special education) in December from Bowling Green State University. She and her husband, Mike, enjoy spending time with their son, Evan, who will be 2 in June. The family lives in Rossford, Ohio.
Erin (Moore) Socha BA works as an adoption consultant for International Family Services of Ohio. "This summer we brought home our second son, Paul, from Viet Nam," she writes. "Adopting our two boys and walking through the adoption journey with other families has been the greatest joy of my life. There are so many awesome little ones all over the world who are waiting for families. Watching God bring those families together is like witnessing a miracle each and every time."
Class of 1994 Top of page
Tina Duff Castle BA and Ron Castle BA '93 announce the birth of Joshua Alexander on Jan. 12, 2001. Tina received her master's degree in voice performance from The Ohio State University. She performs in her community and teaches private voice. Ron is the technology coordinator at Jonathan Alder Local Schools. The family lives in Hilliard, Ohio.
Brian Cole BA married Jennifer Hutchings June 10, 2001, on the shores of Lake Michigan at Pentwater, Mich. Brian's father, the Rev. Dennis Cole MDiv '91, performed the ceremony. They live in Big Rapids, Mich. Brian is a community organizer for Faith in Motion, a faith-based mass transit advocacy group, and a freelance journalist for The Grand Rapids Press.
Penny Donahue BS married David Hadley on Sept. 1, 2001. Donna MacFadden Corbin BS '93 and Jen Segessenman Braun BS '92 participated in the wedding. Penny is a registered nurse in the recovery room of St. Elizabeth Hospital. She and David live in Lafayette, Ind.
Doug Dulin BA lives in the Charleston, S.C., area and is the manager of sales administration with Berchtold Corpora-tion. Doug is enjoying the warm weather of Charleston, along with the beach activities.
Michelle (Nolen) Gillin BA and her husband, Mike, announce the birth of Elizabeth Michelle on April 10, 2001. "She has been an absolute joy," Michelle writes. The family lives in Mooresville, Ind.
Christie (Ashcraft) Livingston BA and her husband, Rob, announce the birth of Cameron O'Neill on Aug. 8, 2001. Christie has taken on the profession of "stay-at-home mom."
Mark Lubs BA spent a year in Fresno, Calif., before returning to Indiana. He and Lori (Hawsey) Lubs BA '99 live in Anderson. He is an account specialist for PAR North America in Indianapolis.
Melanie Strow Peddicord BA and husband Todd announce the birth of Madelyn Faith on Aug. 16, 2001. Madelyn has a brother, Tyler, 4.
Chris Ramsey BA and Shelly (Banker) Ramsey BA '93, AA '93 welcomed Seth Riley on July 26, 2001. They also have a daughter, Madison, 3. The family lives in Carmel, Ind. Chris works for Charles Schwab, and Shelly is a stay-at-home mom.
Class of 1995 Top of page
Cara (Hubbard) Caplinger BA moved to Pennsylvania after graduation and earned a master's degree at Geneva College. She and her husband, John, now live in Indiana. "We are excited to be back here and would love to hear from friends," Cara writes.
Lindsay Fish BA lives in Cincinnati and is the sales manager for the Radisson Hotel. She has been named "Sales Person of the Year" several times. Lindsay writes that she doesn't know if this is a lifetime profession but she enjoys the benefits of the job. Her e-mail address is lfish30@hotmail.com.
Yarrow Harvey - see The College, 1996.
Jason Justice BA married Tara Lauby Sept. 22, 2001. Jonathan Roach BA '97 and Chuck Wiebe BA '97 participated in the wedding. Jason is a program manager for the Franklin County Board of MR/DD in the Employment Services Department. Tara is a disability claims adjudicator. They can be reached by mail at 887 Philadelphia Drive, Westerville, Ohio 43081; by telephone at (614) 785-6268; or by e-mail at justicejasonk@yahoo.com.
Kimberly "Jo" Roark is a sales representative for Western-Southern Life in Cincinnati. She has two daughters - Emma Rose, 2, and Kaitlynn Rose, 9 months. "I have truly been blessed," she writes. They live in Versailles, Ind.
Class of 1996 Top of page
Jill (Herron) Adams BS and her husband, Clay, announce the birth of Sara Ruth on Nov. 30, 2001. The family has moved to R.R. 2 Box 224, Crawfordsville, IN 47933.
Dean Butterfield BA and his wife, Lori, announce the birth of their first child, Isaac Benjamin, on Aug. 22, 2001. The family lives in Indiana.
Matt Hardman married Melissa Clark July 30, 2001. Alumni in the wedding included Jason Chappell BA, Tye Edwards BA '95, Neil Jenner BA, Chuck McCandless '97, Justin Steffensen BA and John Tunnell. Matt and Melissa live in Indianapolis.
Melanie (Eggleston) Harvey BA graduated from Vanderbilt University in August 2000 with a Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry. Yarrow Harvey '95 graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College in December 1999. Their first child, Jade Reuben, was born Sept. 17, 2001. They live in Lexington, Ky., where Melanie is a post-doc at the University of Kentucky, and Yarrow works as an auto mechanic in a privately owned shop. He still plays bass at church and occasionally for people they know.
Joy Herpel BA is the senior specialist/assistant manager at a group home for mentally challenged adults. She bought a condo at 2619 Fox Valley Place, Indianapolis, IN 46268-3212.
Kathy Higgins BA married James Ray May 19, 2001, in Huntsville, Ind. They live in Anderson, Ind.
Scott Johnson BA and wife Jennifer announce the birth of a son, Tyler, on Nov. 15, 2001. They have a 2-year-old son, Blake, and are guardians of Scott's two sisters - Donna, 13, and Deanna, 16. The family lives in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Ryan Long BA and Aleah (Ehman) Long BA '97 announce the birth of their first child, Emma Corynn, on July 5, 2001. Aleah is a first grade teacher. Ryan is director of marketing for St. Vincent Mercy Hospital. They live in Tipton, Ind.
Gabe Spiegel BA is a news anchor for ABC Channel 6 and FOX Channel 28 in Columbus, Ohio. Renee (Burt) Spiegel BA is a nutritional chemist for Ross Labs. Their e-mail address is gr7spiegel@msn.com.
Adam Thompson BA and Stacy (Hutchinson) Thompson BA welcomced home a son, Jack William, born on Dec. 1, 2001.
Todd Wetherbee BA married Dana Witt BA '98 Nov. 3, 2001, at the Otsego, Mich., Church of God. The Rev. Don Collins BA '51 officiated the ceremony. Alumni in the wedding party included Brad Miller BA, Adam Wickline BA '97, Mike Johnson BA, Christopher Koscica BA '97, Dave Miller BA '98, Jennifer (Nelson) Wiard BA '98, Jessica Thompson BA '98, and Melinda McLaughlin BA '98. Todd and Dana live in Indianapolis.
Class of 1997 Top of page
Chad Allen BA joined the law firm of Baker & Daniels as an associate in the Fort Wayne, Ind., office. Chad graduated from law school at the University of Illinois in 2001.
Ben Davis BA and Marlo Cookston Davis BA purchased their first home in Dayton, Ohio. Marlo is a development manager for the Dayton Art Institute. Ben is an assistant director for the YMCA in Dayton. Their new address is 552 Kling Drive, Dayton, OH 45419.
Aleah (Ehman) Long BA - see The College, 1996.
Jamie (Little) Mosier BA and husband Gregg announce the birth of a son, Andrew David, on June 23, 2001.
Class of 1998 Top of page
Monica DelaFuente BA married Steven Kaufman Oct. 21, 2001.
Mandy (James) Guild BA was married July 21, 2001. She lives in North Carolina and teaches second grade.
Michael Lahey BA is pursuing a Ph.D. in theology at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, Calif.
Jennifer Martin BA was promoted to director of meetings and special events for the Music Teachers National Association in Cincinnati. She will be in charge of national conferences and other national meetings and projects.
Joshua McKinley BA married Denise Ringle June 23, 2001, in Upland, Calif. Chris Zigeler BA was a groomsman. Josh works in the admissions office at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, Calif., where he is pursuing master's degree. They live in Alta Loma, Calif. Their e-mail address is jalanmckinley@yahoo.com.
Aaron Rosen BA and his wife, Amy, have a son, Cole Ryan, who will be 2 in June. Amy is a nurse at Parkview in Fort Wayne, Ind. Aaron teaches sixth grade in Silver Lake, Ind. They live in a new house east of Urbana, Ind.
Shelley (McMillian) Rydzinski and Brian Rydzinski moved to Sarasota, Fla., and "are loving it," Shelley writes. "Our two [miniature pinschers], Alli and Gator, and cat, Gracie, are doing great." Brian is the manager of Ralph Lauren, and Shelley manages a Pacific Sunwear. "Brian still loves running, and I still don't," she adds.
After graduation Kim Walimire BA spent a year in Funehiki, Japan, teaching English. She now lives in Visalia, Calif., and teaches choir, band and general music to elementary and middle school students.
Rachael Willey BA lives in St. Petersburg, Fla., and is pursuing a second degree in elementary education. She hopes to teach in the inner city. She adds, "I would love to hear from former classmates." Her e-mail address is Nannyrach6@aol.com.
Dana Witt BA - see The College, 1996.
Josh Wright BA, MTS '01 - see The School of Theology, 2001.
Class of 1999 Top of page
Jen (Buckner) Atkinson BA and her husband, Douglas, have returned to Anderson, Ind. Jen is the communications specialist at Saint John's Health System.
Jeff Birch BA married Miranda Madden Nov. 17, 2001. He is in the process of adopting Miranda's son, Micah, 4. He is pursuing a master's degree in Christian education at Asbury Theological Seminary and works part time as a youth intern at Eastland Church of God.
Andy Denniston BA - see The College, 2000.
Stacey Folkmier BA married Nathan Bowers BA May 12, 2001. Alumni in the wedding party included Angie Leichty BA, Sierra Jennings BA, Becca Frischkorn BA, Jennifer (Pierce) Denton BA, Tim Warner BA '98, Joe Davis BA, Mindy Folkmier BA '00 and Tim Vogt BA, and students Zachary Bowers and Chad Frank. Stacey works for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and Nathan works for Eli Lilly and Company. They live in Fishers, Ind.
Todd Likens BA married Katie Lundblad BA '01 May 26, 2001. Alumni in the wedding party included Steve Harris BA '98, Kami Schwerdtfeger BA '01, Sarah (Zahn) Hassler BA '01, Brandon Kuhl BA '01 and AU student Derek Kuhl. Todd and Katie live in Fort Wayne, Ind. Todd is a branch manager with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Katie is a social worker.
Lori (Hawsey) Lubs BA - see The College, 1994.
Kim Noftz BA married AU student Dustin Jablonski Aug. 11, 2001, at East Side Church of God in Anderson, Ind. Alumni in the wedding party included Kristine (Miller) Luckett BA and Amanda Hodges BA. Kim works for Madison County (Ind.) Early Head Start. She can be reached by e-mail at kimijo77@hotmail.com.
Sarah Williams BA, a singer and songwriter in Indianapolis, has released her first album, Autumn, on sale at her Web site (www.sarahdwilliams.com). Sarah is working on a doctorate in psychology at the University of Indianapolis.
Class of 2000 Top of page
Gabe Brown BA and Shelley (Hauser) Brown BA announce the birth of their son, Keaton Gabriel, on Aug. 31, 2001. "He is growing up so fast and is a joy and a blessing to us daily," Gabe writes. The family lives in Fort Wayne, Ind. Gabe is a claims adjuster for Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company. Shelley teaches alternative education for East Allen County Schools. They attend Park Forest Church of God.
Jenessa (Welu) Denniston BA is the business manager for WIPX TV 63. Andy Denniston BA '99 is the director of research for WTHR Channel 13 news. They live in Fishers, Ind.
Elizabeth Dickinson BA married Brian Edwards June 30, 2001. Alumni in the wedding were Tara Walters BA, Melissa Ellis BA, Jeff Mikitka BA, Nick Blair and student Phillip Peters. Elizabeth is an elementary teacher and Brian is a youth minister. They live in Flint, Mich.
Amanda Hicks BA is pursuing a master's degree in Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. She lives in La Mirada, Calif.
Angie Landis BA married Joel Brown Aug. 4, 2001, in Wabash, Ind. Alumni in the wedding party included John Brutchen BA '98, Melissa (Hemphill) Brutchen BA '99, Kate Fischer BA '98, Elizabeth McDonald '01 and Lenny Sanchez BA. AU student Merille Garner and AU secretary Linda Gilman served cake at the reception.
Heather Terhune BS is a registered nurse in the emergency room at Duke University Hospital and the first female volunteer firefighter for the Mebane Fire Department, established in 1922.
Tara Walters BA is completing an MBA at Regent University. She plans to move to Raleigh, N.C., in June.
Karen Wilkins BA married Timothy Daugherty Oct. 14, 2000. Karen is a claims representative for the Social Security Administration. She lives in Muncie, Ind.
Class of 2001 Top of page
Lisa (Baucom) Blanco BS and her husband, Gerardo, announce the birth of Kobe Enrique on Jan. 9, 2002.
Isaac Blocher BA works as a post-production supervisor in Burbank, Calif. He also had a role in the television show Alias.
Bronwen Thomas BA received a job offer the same day she received her diploma at AU. Bronwen is a human resource assistant with Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma, Tenn.
Terri Kendall BA is a caseworker for the Salvation Army in Anderson, Ind.
Katie Lundblad BA - see The College, 1999.
School of Theology Top of page
Theodore Simmons BA '78, MA '85, MDiv '88 completed his Ph.D. in organizational behavior during the summer of 2001. He is the director for organizational development for General Cable Corporation, a worldwide manufacturing company, and he serves as adjunct faculty for two graduate programs in the Cincinnati area.
Josh Wright BA '98, MTS '01 married Elizabeth Tull June 2, 2001, at Irvington United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Dr. Timothy Dwyer, SOT professor, assisted in the ceremony. Groomsmen included Christopher Ludden BA '99.
