Class Notes
1943 | 1947 | 1951 | 1955 | 1957 | 1967 | 1968 | 1971 | 1973 | 1976 | 1981 | 1982 | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 | 1987 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | School of Theology
Class of 1943 Top of page
Arthur Eikamp BA has published an account of his life and the life of Norma Blewitt Eikamp BA '57. SENSEI begins with the experiences of a farm boy from the western prairie and a girl from the Bronx. After World War II, they moved to Japan, where they lived for 35 years. Arthur also shares stories from his student days. His book can be ordered from Xlibris Corporation, 436 Walnut St., 11th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106 or online at www2.xlibris.com.
Class of 1947 Top of page
Ralph "Bud" Taylor is retired. He lives in Beavercreek, Ohio.
Class of 1951 Top of page
Noreda (Williams) Kirkpatrick - see The College, 1955.
Class of 1955 Top of page
Paul Kirkpatrick BA and Noreda (Williams) Kirkpatrick '51 served as missionaries to Kima International School of Theology in Kenya, East Africa, from August 1999 to August 2000. Paul taught Bible, theology and pastoral methods. Noreda worked as the campus nurse. Paul and Noreda now travel to Church of God congregations to share about their experiences in Kenya. They have traveled as far east as Pennsylvania and as far south as Florida, telling their story more than 50 times in the past year.
Class of 1957 Top of page
Norma Blewitt Eikamp BA - see The College, 1943
Class of 1967 Top of page
Sandra (Royster) Campbell BA retired in May 2000 from a career in education after 26 years in the classroom and seven years as the media specialist in the Polk County School System in Florida. She substitute teaches and works with the South Lake Wales Church of God library.
Sharon (Weldon) Hillwig BA - see The College, 1993.
Class of 1968 Top of page
Frederick Clemens BA, MDiv '72 - see The School of Theology, 1972.
Class of 1971 Top of page
Christine (Walters) Komatsu BA was awarded Ukraine's Golden Fortune Prize for her portrayal of Violetta in La Traviata at the Kiev National Opera's Ave Verdi Festival in January 2001. She lives in Ontario.
Debbie (Lineback) VanNorman - see The College, 1997.
Paul VanNorman - see The College, 1997.
Class of 1973 Top of page
Richard Thompson BA is the information technology coordinator for the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' Children's Home. He takes care of the campus network, hardware/software purchases, and technology training.
Class of 1976 Top of page
Larry Barr BA wed Amy Foor Oct. 6, 2001. They live in Columbia City, Ind. Larry is a printer for ESI in Fort Wayne, and Amy is a buyer for Stumps Party Place in South Whitley. They each have two children from previous marriages.
Class of 1981 Top of page
Carlo Corzine BA is on the investment banking team for Sterling Financial Investment Group. He is the syndicate manager and branch manager for the Boca Raton, Fla., firm. He serves on several corporate and church boards, and coaches and plays softball and basketball. He lives in Boca Raton with his two children - 8-year-old Morgan and 5-year-old Connor. His e-mail address is ccorzine@mysterling.com.
Cathi (Watkins) Godfrey BA earned an endorsement in library and information services and a master's degree in secondary education from Ball State University in Muncie. She works for the Jay School Corporation in Portland, Ind.
Class of 1982 Top of page
Dr. Paul Mahfood BA is a physician with Tri-State Orthopedics in Cleveland, Tenn.
Cindy (Russell) Unis BA moved to the Azore Islands, where her husband, Richard, is stationed at Lajes Air Base. "We moved here from northern Virginia, where I had been employed with Lord & Taylor in the children's department and assisting in training of new employees," explains Cindy. "I am looking forward to slowing down my life a bit here on the island." She and Richard have three children. Their e-mail address is unis320@yahoo.com.
Class of 1984 Top of page
Bob Nealeigh BA - see The College, 1966.
Duane Stukins in Decatur, Ill., would love to hear from friends. His e-mail address is stukinsduane@hotmail.com.
Class of 1985 Top of page
Bobbie (Gressly) Perkins - see The College, 1986.
Bill Sandifer BA and Teresa (Dickinson) Sandifer BA '86 moved to Springfield, Mo., where Bill serves as senior pastor of Walnut Lawn Church of God. Teresa is a stay-at-home mom and is active in the church. Their e-mail address is RevSandifer@aol.com.
Class of 1986 Top of page
Greg Perkins BA and Bobbie (Gressly) Perkins '85 moved to Orlando, Fla., last year to accept teaching positions at Orangewood Christian School. Greg teaches science and coaches cross country and basketball. Bobbie teaches second grade. Their children - Brittany, 15; Jared, 11; and Grant, 7 - all attend OCS. Last summer the Perkins family completed their 10th summer of Christian youth camp ministry. Greg was the teen speaker while Bobbie was the young girls speaker at Fair Haven Camp in Brooks, Maine. Their e-maill address is gregoryperk@aol.com.
Victor N. Prescod BA works as a music curriculum officer in the ministry of education for the government of Trinidad and Tobago. He lives in San Fernando with his wife, Gillian, and 10-year-old daughter, Genieve. Gillian is the vice principal for Marabella Junior Secondary School. "I would love to resume contact with anyone from my era of 1982-1986," he writes. His e-mail address is newlanett@yahoo.com.
Teresa (Dickinson) Sandifer BA - see The College, 1985.
Class of 1987 Top of page
Dawn (Whitby) Alltop BA and husband David announce the birth of daughter Laurie Marie on Jan. 31, 2001. Dawn is a stay-at-home mom and David is IT manager for Chesapeake Publishing in Easton, Md. They can be reached by e-mail at dmalltop@intercom.net.
Denise (Klinger) Feldman is a stay-at-home mom. She homeschools her 8-year-old son, Devon. "He is very active outdoors and loves bug hunting," she writes. Her 3-year-old daughter, Alexa, enjoys "tea parties, books and great conversation." Husband Chris is a deck contractor and owns his own business. They live in New Cumberland, Pa.
John James BA and his wife, Michele Deramo, announce the birth of their second son, Vincent Chasteen James-Deramo, on May 1, 2001. John is a research technician in the Horticulture Department at Virginia Tech.
Karen (Budden) Newton BA and husband Danial welcomed Kyrsten Marie to their family on July 1, 2001. They also have a 5-year-old son, Joshua, and 3-year-old daughter, Kaitlyn.
Chad Short BA, MDiv '92 - see the School of Theology, 1992.
Class of 1988 Top of page
Thomas Bakewell BA - see The College, 1990.
Mimi (Shultz) Klotz BA and John Klotz BA, MRE '95 moved to St. Louis, where John is the senior pastor at First Church of God. "I enjoy helping lead worship at church and working at an elementary school while our girls are at school," Mimi writes. "Greetings to all our friends from college days!"
Paul David Ramsey BA, MDiv '92 - see the School of Theology, 1992.
Dave Shore BA and Doreen (Clarke) Shore moved from Portland, Ore., to Dallas in April. Dave is a talk show host for ESPN Radio and is the lead reporter covering the Cowboys and Mavericks. They have made their home in Arlington, Texas. Their e-mail address is tracside@aol.com.
Rod Sinn BA and Michelle (Swartz) Sinn '92 live in Fort Wayne, Ind., with their two children - Grant, 6, and Gabrielle, 4. Rod is president of Free-dom Financial Mortgage Corporation. He is also one of five owners of the business along with Tampa Bay Buccaneers football player Derrick Brooks. Michelle is a stay-at-home mom.
Polly Sattler White BA - see The College, 1989.
Class of 1989 Top of page
David Harness BA, MDiv '95 - see The School of Theology, 1995.
Anne (Bolesky) Kindinger BA and her husband, Todd, announce the birth of Josiah Todd on May 22, 2001. Josiah joins 7-year-old Lauren, 5-year-old Karis and 2-year-old Trevan in the Kindinger family. The Kindingers live in Archbold, Ohio, and are building a new home for their expanded family. "We truly have been blessed by the Lord with these children and look forward to raising them in the nurture and admonition of the Lord," Anne writes.
Jerry White BA and Polly Sattler White BA '88 live in Fort Wayne, Ind., with 6-year-old Aaron and 2-year-old Justin.
Class of 1990 Top of page
Laura (Nesslage) Bakewell BA and Thomas Bakewell BA '88 live in Anderson, Ind. Tom is an assistant professor in the athletic training program at AU. Laura is a pharmaceutical sales representative for Merck and Co. "The quads are fantastic," Laura writes. "We are so grateful for all the support and prayers from our friends and family since their birth."
Kelli (Akers) Kim BA lives on Cape Cod in Massachusetts with her husband, Michael, and their two children. Kelli teaches third grade, and Michael is an Assemblies of God pastor.
Frank Runion BA and Michelle (Parente) Runion BA '91 announce the birth of Adam Joseph on March 29, 2001. Adam has a 3-year-old brother, Andrew. Frank is the director of finance at Clarian Health in Indianapolis. Michelle stays home with the boys.
Annette (Anderson) Short BA - see the School of Theology, 1992.
Class of 1991 Top of page
Robin (Hamilton) Fogle BA and Rodney Fogle BA announce the birth of Nathan Michael on Oct. 18, 2000. Robin and Rodney have a 3-year-old son, Daniel. Rod works for the collections department at Sallie Mae. He joined a signed band as their lead guitarist and performed with them around central Indiana. Robin works as a freelance writer and editor for Christian companies.
Patsianne Hope BA married Stephan Carew April 2, 2001. The couple honeymooned in Australia. They live in Greensburg, Ind.
Christine (Honse) Martin BA writes, "Patrick and I were excited to celebrate the first birthday of our son, Sean [Nov. 18]. We struggled so long to have a child. He is truly our miracle baby. The first year with him was a complete joy. I love being a full-time mom. It's the best job I've ever had!"
Sarah (Hall) Neal BA, BS '96 and her husband, Jeff, welcomed a daughter, Claire Elise, on Feb. 1, 2001. "She came to work with me full time in the AU School of Nursing and charmed students and staff alike," Sarah writes. In her second year of teaching at AU, Sarah looks forward to mentoring and entertaining students in her new home built on 34 acres. Her new address is 9194 S. 225 W., Pendleton, IN 46064. Sarah can be reached by e-mail at smneal@anderson.edu.
Michelle (Parente) Runion BA - see The College, 1990.
Laryssa Solms BA bought her first home in September. Her new address is 704 E. 38th St., Marion, IN 46953. Her e-mail address is lsolms@indwes.edu. She would love to hear from friends.
Glenda Stuckey BA married Tad Funnell June 3, 2000, at Lockport Mennonite Church in Stryker, Ohio. Julie Boyd BA served as the guest book attendant. Glenda and Tad honeymooned in Acapulco, Mexico. Tad works with a construction company and Glenda is a preschool teacher for students with developmental delays or disabilities. They live near West Unity, Ohio, and are building a house.
Class of 1992 Top of page
Trisha (Hillwig) Adams BA earned a master's degree in social work from Indiana University in May. She is a planning and development consultant at Hoosier Uplands Economic Development Corporation in Mitchell, Ind. David Adams BA is in his eighth year as the minister of youth and Christian education at First Baptist Church in Bedford, Ind. He graduated from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with his master's degree in Christian education in 1995. The have two children - Austin, 5, and Alisha, 3. They can be reached by e-mail at tada@kiva.net."
Fred Bays BA, MDiv '95 - see The College, 1999.
Rodney Hatch BA teaches Spanish at Dunlap High School in Dunlap, Ill. He is also working on a master's degree in Spanish. Rodney and his wife, Jennie, have a 1-year-old son, Aizik.
Melissa (Wilkie) Hopkins BA announces the birth of Jordan Alexander on July 7, 2000. Melissa and her husband also have a 3-year-old son, Devin. Melissa works 10 hours a week as a physician assistant. She enjoys spending the rest of her time with her children. Her e-mail address is mmhopkins@xcelnet.net.
Kevin Hartmann BA - see The College, 1993.
Mila Hart Moore BA and her husband, Terry, have moved to Jefferson City, Mo. Terry works with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Mila stays home with their two daughters - Mikayla, 3, and Lorna, 2. She invites friends to call or write anytime. Her address is 6919 Stonebridge Park Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109, and her telephone number is (573) 584-6799.
Michelle (Swartz) Sinn - see The College, 1988.
LeeAnn Snyder teaches junior high Spanish in the Mid-Del School System in Del City, Okla. "I am a co-sponsor of our FCA group, and I am continually blessed because of it," she writes. She lives in Oklahoma City.
Class of 1993 Top of page
Sheryl J. Rohde Carter BA is the branch president for Bank One in New Lenox, Ill. She and her husband have two "children" - Rufus, a black lab, and Kinko, a cat.
Daniel J. Combs BA married Angela Clark Bryan BA July 21, 2001. Dan has completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics and is a flight surgeon with the U.S. Navy. Angie enjoys being a homemaker and stay-at-home mom. Dan, Angie and their daughter, Micah, live in Pensacola, Fla.
Ed Fry and Heidi Freer-Fry BA '96 announce the birth of their second son, Tobias, on Sept. 14, 2001. Ed is the director of worship arts with Centerpointe Church in Batavia, Ill. Ed explains, "This is a postmodern church plant in the far west suburbs of Chicago with Jason Esposito BA serving as the lead pastor." Their e-mail address is edpaulfry@aol.com.
Wendy (Marsh) Hamm BA - see The College, 1999.
Todd Hillwig BA married Tracy Thompson Aug. 25, 2001, in Bloomington, Ind. Alumni participating in the wedding included Matthew Weippert BA '95, Kevin Hartmann BA '92, Michael David Adams BA '92, Trisha (Hillwig) Adams BA '92, Sharon (Weldon) Hillwig BA '67 and AU student Joel Thompson. Todd completed his PhD in astronomy at Indiana University. Todd and Tracy live in Atlanta. Todd is a research assistant at Georgia State University.
Dave Jadischke BA and Ann M. Pratt Jadischke BA announce the birth of their second child, Sarah Ann, on May 9, 2001.
Cortney "Cory" Kitchen BA and his wife, Gina, announce the birth of daughter Kendal Jordan on Aug. 21, 2001. They also have a 3-year-old daughter, Karsyn Taylor. The family lives in Fort Wayne, Ind., where Cory is an account vice president with UBS/PaineWebber, Inc.
Sarika Kivela BA married Craig Oldt Jan. 13, 2001. Alumni participating in the wedding included Kara Goldman BA, Eric Weaver BA '94 and Lesley Weaver BS '97. Sarika and Craig live in Los Angeles.
April (Fair) Rodriguez BA and her husband, Helier, announce the birth of Amelia Grace on Sept. 5, 2001. "I have resigned from my job as social worker to Hispanic and cancer patients at the hospital and taken a part-time job teaching Spanish in a Catholic elementary school so I can be at home with Amelia more," April writes.
Class of 1994 Top of page
Christie Ashcraft-Livingston BA announces the birth of son Cameron O'Neill Livingston on Aug. 8, 2001. The family lives in Maineville, Ohio.
Julie (Frasure) Beidelman and her husband, Scott, have moved to 4340 Fenner Rd., Troy, OH 45373.
Stephanie Edwards BS has moved into a new home at 10358 Fire Tower Rd., Windsor, VA 23487. Her telephone number is (757) 357-3848 and her e-mail address is sedwardsrn@juno.com. She writes. "My prayer is that my home will be a haven and place where everyone feels welcome. "
Debbie (Hendrickson) Finn BA and her husband, Guy, have two children - Brooke, 3, and Steven, 1. She has worked with the Indianapolis Colts since graduating from AU.
Debby Gerber BA has been working in Innsbruck, Austria, since April 1999 with the mission organization International Teams. "I'm involved in Austrian youth ministry leadership as well as reaching out to refugees in the area," she writes. Her term ends in April. She can be reached by e-mail at debby.gerber@iteams.org.
Angela (Turner) Hohol BA - see The College, 1998.
Angela (Lehr) Martin BA is a police officer in Fishers, Ind. In August she was named Law Enforcement Professional of the Year by Prevail, Hamilton County's assistance program for victims of domestic and sexual abuse and other crimes. Angela has been with the Fishers Police Department for five years and serves as the department's domestic violence coordinator and field training officer.
Dawn (Parnell) Ward BA and her husband, Craig, announce the birth of Kyle Thomas on July 27, 2001. The family can be reached by e-mail at DaMaestro777@aol.com.
Eric Weaver BA - see The College, 1993.
Melanie Ann Wood BA married Brad Strain Aug. 12, 2000. They live in Plymouth, Ind.
Class of 1995 Top of page
James Allbaugh BA - see The College, 1997.
Staci Carter-Kelly BA - see The College, 1997.
Angela Goss BA married Daniel Campbell Oct. 23, 1999. Alumni in the wedding included Tammi (Powlen) Burke BA, Ginger Shoup BA '96 and Julie Ottinger BA '96. Their daughter, Olivia Jo, was born May 4, 2001.
Karin Giesbrecht BA - see The College, 1997.
Jill Henderson - see The College, 1997.
Nichole Kelley BA - see The College, 1996.
Denay (Rupp) May BS - see The College, 1996.
Krista (Wisener) Mournet and her husband, Terence, are students at the University of Durham in northeast England. Terence is working on a doctorate in New Testament studies, and Krista is working on a bachelor's degree in theology.
Matthew Weippert BA - see The College, 1993.
Gilbert "Gibby" Vargo - see The College, 2000.
Class of 1996 Top of page
Julie K. Adams BA married Brett D. Benzenbower June 23, 2001. AU alumni involved in the wedding included Trisha (Hillwig) Adams BA '92, David Adams BA '92 and Nichole Kelley BA '95. Julie is a teacher at Summitville Elementary, and Brett is an engineering project manager for Delphi Automotive Systems. They live in Alexandria, Ind.
Lydia Bootz BA performs in churches and at festivals. She released her debut album Rooted in Faith in January 2001. To learn more about Lydia and her music, visit www.lbministries.org.
Jennifer (Mast) Coffman BA and her husband, Greg, announce the birth of Carson Edward on June 27, 2001. They have a 2-year-old daughter, Elle.
Heidi Freer-Fry BA - see The College, 1993.
Cary Hitz BA - see The College, 2000.
Shelley (Sandstrom) Hitz BA - see The College, 1997 and 2000.
Kerri Lehnus BA married Brian Mayo March 24, 2001. Brian is a firefighter for the City of Carmel, Ind. Kerri completed her master's degree in education from Indiana Wesleyan University and teaches fifth grade in Fishers, Ind. They live in Carmel.
Ryan Long BA and Aleah (Ehman) Long BA '97 announce the birth of Emma Corynn on July 5, 2001. They live in Tipton, Ind., where Aleah teaches fourth grade. Ryan is the director of marketing at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital. Their e-mail address is ralong@nupoint.net.
Casey (DuBois) Manuppella and her husband, Lou, live in Grand Junction, Colo., with their two children - Baily Kathleen, 2, and infant Erik Fletcher. Casey teaches third and fourth grade at Thunder Mountain Elementary.
Andrew Matas BA - see The College, 1997.
Ryan May BA and Denay (Rupp) May BS '95 welcomed their second child, Ryan Camden, on May 20, 2001. Their daughter, Audrey Lauren, is 3. Ryan completed his doctorate in clinical psychology last spring and is completing a one-year residency at the University Medical Center in Jackson, Miss. Denay is head nurse in a labor and delivery unit at River Oaks Hospital. Their e-mail address is dmayrn802@cs.com.
Rebecca Myers BS married Jade Hollenbaugh Oct. 19, 2001. Rebecca is working on her master's degree at the University of Saint Francis to be a family practice nurse practitioner. Rebecca and Jade live in South Whitley, Ind.
Sarah (Hall) Neal BA '91, BS - see The College, 1991.
Julie Ottinger BA - see The College, 1995.
Eric Reeder BA has moved from teaching at Waterford High School to pastoring full time at Liberty Street Church of God in Parkersburg, W.V. "I am the associate pastor of the church and youth pastor," he writes. He works with junior high, high school and college students.
Jesse Schumacher BA, MBA '00 - see The College, 2000.
Ginger Shoup BA - see The College, 1995.
Michelle (Assaf) Srouji BA is a graphic designer at MPB Communications, Inc., in Ponte-Claire, Quebec. Michelle, husband Joseph and 1-year-old son David Joe live in St. Laurent, Quebec.
Reginald Thomas BA graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine last May. During his last year of medical school, he was the only Chicago-campus resident to receive the 2001 Excellence in Emergency Medicine Award. A year earlier, he received the Todd Brown Award for Academic Excellence for being one of two students scoring the highest on his first state board examination.
Class of 1997 Top of page
Ryan Blackburn BA - see The College, 1999.
Craig A. Brunnemer married Keri Kraay April 7, 2001. Chris Copeland '99 participated in the wedding. Their address is 6052 S. Red Fox Rd., Pendleton, IN 46064.
Kim Cart BA - see The College, 1998.
Jennifer Carter-Kelly BA and Staci Carter-Kelly BA '95 welcomed a daughter, Amelia Scout, born Jan. 29, 2001. Jennifer is a stay-at-home mom. Staci, who earned a physician assistant degree from Daeman College, is working at a private internal medicine group. They live in Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Amanda (Nevins) Day and her husband, Ryan, announce the birth of Charlie Michael on Sept. 20, 2001.
Joe Gaunt BA graduated from Indiana University's law school in May. He is working with the Johnson County prosecutor's office in Franklin, Ind. Christen White Gaunt BA graduated from the University of Indianapolis in December with a master's degree in occupational therapy. They can be reached by e-mail at jgaunt@reliable-net.net.
Carrie Leffingwell lives in Nashville, Tenn., and is a Web developer for HCA, a Fortune 500 Company. "I have my hands on more than 200 hospitals' Web sites," she writes. "I also have my own design business for extra fun and the cash doesn't hurt! I recently finished up a cd packaging design for a musician here in Nashville. I write a column about Nashville life for an international Web site for women."
Aleah (Ehman) Long BA - see The College, 1996.
Diana (Walthour) McEvoy BA and her husband, Bruce, announce the birth of their first child, Joel Thomas, on Sept. 16, 2000. Diana is a stay-at-home mom, and Bruce is the pastor at First Baptist Church in Geneva, Ill.
Kevin McIntire BA - see The College, 2000.
Rhonda Merrill BA married David Mathias June 24, 2000, in Colorado Springs, Colo. Alumni in the wedding party included Jill Henderson '95, Shelley (Sandstrom) Hitz BA '96, Carmen (Reinhard) Howell BA and Karin Giesbrecht BA '95. Rhonda and David live in Lakewood, Wash. Rhonda teaches high school math, and David is finishing his last year of pediatrics residency with the U.S. Army. "We will be moving wherever Uncle Sam says in July 2002, when David becomes a staff doctor with one of the Army hospitals," Rhonda writes. Their e-mail address is rjoymathias@aol.com.
Jamie (Little) Mosier BA and her husband, Gregg, announce the birth of a son, Andrew David, on June 23, 2001.
Paul Mumaw BA - see The College, 1999.
Karyn (Emerson) Norris and her husband, Rick, have purchased their first house. They live in Bellingham, Wash. Karyn can be reached by e-mail at karynn@cornwallparkchurch.org.
Beth Rudnicke BA married Tim Harms March 17, 2001, in Nashville, Tenn. Amy Netherton BA was the maid of honor. They live in Nashville.
Charlie Sharrard MBA retired from the Defense Finance & Accounting Service after more than 29 years. He plans to split his retirement years between Anderson, Ind., and Georgetown, S.C.
Michelle L. Uliczny BA married John S. VanNorman BA June 2, 2001, at the Heritage Church of God in Maumee, Ohio. John is the son of Paul and Debbie (Lineback) VanNorman (both BA '71) and the grandson of Pierson F. VanNorman BTh '45 and the late Alvena Jarvis VanNorman '45. Alumni in the wedding party included Julie Seever Kurfis BA, Keena DeYoung BA, Julie Steininger BA, AU senior Julia VanNorman, Andrew Matas BA '96, Robert Fain BA '00 and James Allbaugh BA '95. David VanNorman BA '69, MDiv '78 and Gregory Pennington MDiv '87 officiated the ceremony. Amy Evans BA was the soloist. John is an attorney with the Ohio Legislative Service Commission, and Michelle is a social worker with Youth Advocacy. They live in Columbus, Ohio.
Lesley Weaver BS - see The College, 1993.
Marcus York BA filmed for the daytime soap opera Passions on NBC in a co-starring role. His screenplay, By Dawn's Early Light, is currently being considered by Mark Pellington, director of the film Arlington Road.
Class of 1998 Top of page
Kevin Daniels BA - see The College, 2000.
Ryan Day BA - see The College, 1999.
Adela Hartsough BA married Kyle Hufford June 23, 2001, at Park Place Church of God in Anderson, Ind. Alumni in the wedding included Jill (Holbert) McKinney BA '99, Sara Cook BA '99, Jen (Smith) Bennett BS '00, Brad McKinney BA, Summer Hill BA '99 and Kim Cart BA '97. Randy Bennett BA '99 officiated the ceremony. Kyle and Adela live in Marion, Ind. Kyle is finishing his last year at Indiana Wesleyan University, where Adela is the director of student activities. Their new address is 4120 S. Landess, Marion, IN 46953. Adela can be reached by e-mail at adelahufford@hotmail.com."
Steve McCann BA - see The College, 1999.
R.W. Moody, Jr. BA is the minister of youth and Christian education at a Church of God. "We have grown from a group of five to about 25 youths. God is doing some awesome things here," he writes. R.W. and wife Joy (Wolfe) Moody BA '99 recently enjoyed a vacation in Alaska.
Jenny (Recker) Mumaw BS - see The College, 1999.
Noel Nitecki BA - see The College, 1999.
Jennifer (Stershic) Ponce BA and Timothy Ponce BA announce the birth of David Frank on May 23, 2001. The family lives in Sarasota, Fla.
Carrie Reed BA worked as a canoe guide in the Boundary Waters canoe area after graduating from AU. She then came to Indianapolis and earned a master's degree in occupational therapy from the University of Indianapolis. She returned to the Northwoods to be a cook/ski guide and is now working at St. Mary's Hospital in Duluth, Minn., as an occupational therapist. "I also had the opportunity to take a mission trip to India," she writes. She can be reached by e-mail at carriejeanreed@yahoo.com.
Andrea (Spangler) Schumacher BA - see The College, 2000.
Chris Spires BA - see The College, 2001.
Alison Turner married Giles Emery Oct. 21, 2000, in Indianapolis. Alumni in the wedding included Angela (Turner) Hohol BA '94, Stephanie Stahl BA and Autumn Hency BA. Alison is in law school at Valparaiso University. "I will begin an externship for the Indiana Court of Appeals in the spring," she writes. Giles is going back to school to obtain his Indiana teaching certificate in social studies.
Rebecca White BA married Toby Rutherford June 30, 2001. They live in Henderson, Ky., where Rebecca teaches history at Henderson County High School. Toby works in radio in Evansville, Ind. Rebecca hopes to begin work on a master's degree in youth ministry at Asbury Theological Seminary. E-mail her at rebwhite1@hotmail.com.
Class of 1999 Top of page
Randy Bennett BA - see The College, 1998.
Scott Blackburn BA married Katie Marsh BA '00 June 23, 2001. Alumni participating in the wedding included Wendy (Marsh) Hamm BA '93, Andrea (Beam) Gale BA '01, AU senior Amy Blackburn, Ryan Blackburn BA '97, Joe Davis BA, Jason Wiard BA, AU senior Phillip Boone, Tim Elberfeld BA and Christie Alstott.
Carey Blasko BA works for Grand Slam and Visionary Productions in Indianapolis and the IABA. "My job as a production assistant entails work in productions, such as the Indy Women Connect show, co-producer of an upcoming reality television series, and all the public relations work involved in making and preserving contacts in the industry," Carey explains. She can be reached at Careyblasko@cs.com.
Sara Cook BA served as the executive director of New Horizon Maternity Home for two years following graduation. She is now preparing to do missions and conflict resolution work for the Church of the Brethren in Northern Ireland. Sara will be overseas for at least one year and can be contacted at saracook5@hotmail.com.
Chris Copeland - see The College, 1997.
Summer Hill BA - see The College, 1998.
Matt Hoffman - see The College, 2000.
James Hume BA - see The College, 2000.
Jenny Kardatzke BA spent two years working in the international travel department of the National FFA Organization, where she coordinated travel and orientation for American and foreign students traveling abroad. Last summer she led a group of teenagers to Russia on a four-week missions trip with Teen Mania Ministries. "Our team worked and lived in a summer camp with children and youth," she explains. Jenny is working on a doctorate in psychology at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. Her e-mail address is jekardatzke@yahoo.com.
Craig Knisley BA married Kelli Nipple BA '00 June 10, 2000. Alumni in the wedding included Ryan Day BA '98, Tricia (Ressler) Day BA, Shannon Dawson BA '00, Shelley Dawson BS, Steve McCann BA '98, Noel Nitecki BA '98, Paul Mumaw BA '97, Jenny (Recker) Mumaw BS '98 and Fred Bays BA '92, MDiv '95. Kelli earned her master's degree in professional accountancy from Indiana University.
Jill (Holbert) McKinney BA - see The College, 1998.
Hank Meeker BA returned to Anderson, Ind., in the fall to attend the AU School of Theology. His e-mail address is hankmeeker@yahoo.com.
Joy (Wolfe) Moody BA - see The College, 1998.
Chris Owens BA is the programming and production director for the Indianapolis Colts.
Heather Ranck BA married Cory Bowman Aug. 11, 2001, in Gap, Pa. Alumni in the wedding included Becky Cowan BA, Christy (Allen) Shively BA and Amanda Lindquist BA. Heather and Cory live in Virginia Beach. She works for MC Direct, a division of Protocol Communications.
Andrea Rawlings BA married Joel Johnson July 28, 2001, in Toronto. They live in the Cayman Islands and work at Triple C School.
Carly Schneider BA moved from Dayton, Ohio, to teach third grade at Pan American Christian Academy in Sao Paulo, Brazil. She can be reached by e-mail at carlyinbrazil@hotmail.com."
Benjamin Showalter - see The College, 2000.
Erick Townsend BA - see The College, 2000.
Jennifer Young BA lives in Toledo, Ohio, and works for Harbor Behavioral Healthcare. "I am able to do individual and group counseling with my license. I am having a great time and learning a ton," she writes.
Class of 2000 Top of page
Jen (Smith) Bennett BS - see The College, 1998.
Karoline Burns BA married Jason Gantt March 3, 2001. They live in North Carolina, where Jason is finishing his divinity degree.
Courtney Covington BA married Jeremy Todd July 21, 2001. Alumni participating in the wedding included Angela (Tickel) Vargo BA, Elizabeth Marshall BA and Summer Foust BA '01. They live in Indianapolis.
Kelli Dafforn BA married Andrew Luckett June 23, 2001, at Lincolnshire Church of the Brethren in Fort Wayne, Ind. Alumni participating in the wedding included Tony Luckett BA, Erick Townsend BA '99, Aaron Sparkman, Kevin Daniels BA '98, Matt Hoffman '99 and Nicole Sabellichi BA. Andy works with Fort Wayne Community Schools. Kelli is a social worker at University Park Nursing Center. They live in Fort Wayne.
Shannon Dawson BA - see The College, 1999.
Robert Fain BA - see The College, 1997.
Rebecca Fuller BA works in communication and marketing for the American Red Cross Blood Services. She is studying at Indiana University for a master's degree in public affairs.
Bill Grieco MBA accepted a systems accountant position in Mannheim, Germany. He will be working for the U.S. Army 5th Signal Command.
Katie Marsh BA - see The College, 1999.
Kelli Nipple BA - see The College, 1999.
Stacey Sandstrom BA married Brent Reeder BA at StoneBridge Church of God in Findlay, Ohio, Aug. 4, 2001. Alumni participating in the wedding included Shelley (Sandstrom) Hitz BA '96, Heidi Schmidt, Kami (Hines) Propst BA '01, Mindy (Ream) Palmquist BA '01, Joy (Noser) Shearer BA, Eric Reeder BA '96, James Hume BA '99, Kevin McIntire BA '97, Patrick Propst BA and Cary Hitz BA '96. Brent teaches physical education at Federal Hocking Schools. Stacey earned a master's degree in social administration at Case Western Reserve University. They live in Belpre, Ohio.
Jesse Schumacher BA '96, MBA, Andrea (Spangler) Schumacher BA '98 and Noah Rose Schumacher moved to the Dominican Republic in August to do missions work. Their e-mail address is schumacher@solidrockmissions.org.
Natalie (Selinsky) Showalter BA and Benjamin Showalter '99 live in Brentwood, Tenn. Ben drums for LaRue and Natalie teaches third grade. They have a pug named Allie. Their e-mail address is natalies@wcs.edu.
Heather Thiele BA married Wes Harris BA '01 May 19, 2001. Heather is completing her master's degree in community counseling at Eastern Illinois University and works as a family and community counselor for foster families. Wes is a certified athletic trainer for a local high school. They live in Charleston, Ill.
Angie Tickel BA married Gilbert "Gibby" Vargo '95 July 1, 2000. They purchased a home in Cincinnati. Angie works with the marketing firm News America Marketing in Cincinnati. Gibby works in management at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Their telephone number is (513) 942-2221.
Mindy Troester BA writes, "I love working in admissions for Taylor Fort Wayne. Beyond recruitment, I handle marketing, brochure design - anything that requires writing copy and photography for our office. I'm involved with many of the campus programs as a staff mentor or advisor. I think I've finally shaken the nickname of 'the Anderson girl' - although I am proud to have that nickname." She lives in Fort Wayne, Ind.
Jenessa Welu BA writes, "I've accepted the position of business manager for PAX TV in Indianapolis. I'm excited to be back in broadcasting!"
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Summer Foust BA - see The College, 2000.
Andrea (Beam) Gale BA - see The College, 1999.
Angela Gustafson BA teaches first grade in Gurnee, Ill.
Wes Harris BA - see The College, 2000.
Mindy (Ream) Palmquist BA - see The College, 2000.
Kami (Hines) Propst BA - see The College, 2000.
Jason Rowe BA married Sarah Myers Aug. 11, 2001, in Lansing, Mich. Sarah is the daughter of Dale and Connie (Gove) Myers (both BA '75). AU students and alumni participating in the wedding included Erin Cook BA, senior Josh Chase, senior Alesha Rowe and freshman Jonathon Myers. Jason teaches fifth grade at Capital Area Academy in Lansing. Their address is 631 W. Columbia St., Mason, MI 48854. They can be reached by e-mail at sarahmyers79@hotmail.com.
Julie Spires BA works at Covenant House, a mission for homeless children and teens. She and husband Chris Spires BA '98 live in Houston.
Charity Stubblefield BA married AU student Joel Flores May 26, 2001. Alumni in the wedding included Shannon Weiss BA, Rachel Robertson BA, John Trussel BA and AU student Dan Skinner.
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1972 - Frederick Clemens BA '68, MDiv and his wife, Becky, have enjoyed vacations to Gulf Shores, Ala., and Luke Guntersville this past year. Fred serves the Tabernacle United Methodist Church in Ethelsville, Ala. Becky is a speech therapist for Pickens County schools.
1987 - Gregory Pennington MDiv - see The College, 1997.
David VanNorman BA '69, MDiv - see The College, 1997.
1992- Paul David Ramsey BA '88, MDiv and his wife, Kelly, announce the birth of twins, Andrew Paul David and Alexandra Nohealani Joyce, on Sept. 27, 2001. "Both babies are doing very well," Paul writes. Paul serves as an active duty troop chaplain at the U.S. Army's Fort Detrick in Maryland. This is Paul's third Army assignment since his active duty began in 1994. The Ramseys can be reached by e-mail at Pkr1995@aol.com.
Chad Short BA '87, MDiv and Annette (Anderson) Short BA '90 moved to Wilmore, Ky., in June. Chad is spending a year at Asbury Theological seminary studying in the Beeson Pastor Program, a doctor of ministry program focusing on biblical preaching and church leadership. They have three children - Leah, 4; Caleb, 3; and infant Alaina. They can be reached at chadshort2@juno.com or AnnetteSpahget@msn.com.
1993 - Mike Kee MA is the director of the English Language Institute's China Teaching Fellowship program. He and his wife, Wendy, moved to Beijing last fall with their two children - Ian, 15, and Alana, 13. It is their sixth location in China since moving there after Mike graduated from the School of Theology.
1994 - Beth McCracken Harness MA - see The School of Theology, 1995.
1995 -Fred Bays BA '92, MDiv - see The College, 1999.
David Harness BA '89, MDiv and Beth McCracken Harness MA '94 announce the birth of Katherine Grace on Sept. 27, 2001. She was welcomed home by brother Jonathan Andrew, 4. After nearly six years co-pastoring in the Baltimore suburbs, David and Beth relocated to Greenbelt, Md. David is a staff chaplain at the University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, while Beth is a full-time mom. Their e-mail address is McCHarness@aol.com.
John Klotz BA '88, MRE - see The College, 1988.
