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2 Message from the Alumni Office2 Mission Statement 3 Spartan Welcome Center Information 4 Social Media Information and Wi-Fi Access 5 Homecoming 2021 Events11 Annual Student Scholarship Fund 12 On-Campus Facilities 13 Alumni Association13 Local Church Information14 Locally Owned Off-Campus Dining 15 Homecoming 2022 Save the Date 16 Spartan Fest Activities

17 Spartan Fest Food Truck Menus 19 Heritage Society Members 21 Veterans Center Scholarship Program 22 University of Dubuque Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center Update 23 Judge James L. Martin (C’67) Multicultural Student Center & Jim Martin Golf Studio24 John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ Recital Program25 2021 Alumni/ae Awards Ceremony 26 2021 Alumni/ae Award Recipients 32 Previous Award Recipients 35 Campus Map

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Welcome Home!On behalf of the University of Dubuque community, I want to welcome each of you back to campus for Homecoming 2021. We are so glad you are here – either in person or virtually. Homecoming truly is a time of rekindling relationships, reminiscing, and reconnecting with your University. You will discover that we are a University that continues to grow through new construction and renovations, programmatic complexity, reputation, and in our commitment to shaping lives of exceptional ability, worth, and purpose.

Yet, with all that is new, the soul of the University, rooted in our Mission, remains the same as it has been since our founding in 1852.

We are so very grateful for the many blessings that we have received throughout our history, and, in particular, for those that have come to UD over the last two decades. It is our hope that your presence on campus will renew and refresh you – indeed be a blessing for you. How great it will be for all of us to gather again!

With gratitude for each of you and for the difference that you make every day with your families, in your communities, and in your life’s calling.

Rev. Jeffrey F. Bullock, PhDPresident of the University

MESSAGE FROM THE ALUMNI OFFICE

It is our pleasure to welcome you back to your campus home – we have missed you! Homecoming is a uniquely special time to see lifelong friends and to make new ones during this exciting weekend. Within this program, you will find a wonderful array of events that are opportunities to be together with other Spartans. I encourage you to take part in as many events as possible, either in person or virtually. No matter where we are, our Spartan Spirit is alive and well!

We hope that you will have the opportunity to reconnect with fellow classmates and friends at our fourth annual Spartan Fest! I invite you to take a few moments to talk with current students, ask them about their experiences and plans for the future, and share with them some words of wisdom.

Many of this weekend’s events, including the Campus Tours, Alumni Reunion Celebration, Spartan Fest Tailgate, Football Game, and the Spartan Nation Send-Off, provide the important opportunity for all of us to reconnect and cherish this place we all call home. Through other events we will remember Spartans who are no longer with us but have made a lasting impression on the campus community, including the Naming & Open House celebrating the Judge James L. Martin (C’67) Multicultural Student Center and the Jim Martin Golf Studio as well as the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center Open House and Presentation of Scholarships. As we gather together in celebration, there is no doubt that we are forever Spartans!

WELCOME HOME, SPARTAN NATION!

Mission Statement:The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world. As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world. Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to:

• A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions.• Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development.• Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation.• A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced.• Stewardship of all God’s human and natural resources.• Zeal for lifelong learning and service.

Best wishes to you and your family as you enjoy Spartan Fest, Homecoming 2021. We’re glad you’re here!

Katie Kraus (C’11), Director for Alumni Engagement

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SPARTAN WELCOME CENTERHOMECOMING REGISTRATION IS IN THE PETER AND SUSAN SMITH WELCOME CENTER!

ATTENTION ALUMNI!Stop by Homecoming Registration to receive your FREE UD T-shirt! *One free T-shirt per alum registered; additional shirts can be purchased for $10 each. Shirts are on a first come, first served basis, and sizes will not be guaranteed. Shirts are available for pickup at the Homecoming Registration locations.

All Homecoming guests are asked to check-in at Homecoming Registration in the Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center on Friday, October 15, or the Alumni Registration Tent in Upper Finley Parking Lot on Saturday, October 16. UD staff will be there to greet you on Friday, October 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, October 16, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Stop by for additional information regarding events, weekend activities, and off-campus services. All event tickets and T-shirts will be available at these locations.

Trolley transportation is available for your convenience. Call 563.589.3790 for a ride or with Homecoming Registration questions!

Take a photo with family and friends at the interactive photo booth, and post your photos on the “Look Who’s Here Board”!

MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND HOMECOMING 2022! OCTOBER 20-23

#UDSPARTANFEST

Pick up your FREE Babka Bookstore

Bag and coupon to the campus stores

at Homecoming Registration!

@UDSpartanNation

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get social with UDOFFICE OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT

UDAlumni.SmugMug.comTo view, download, and print photos taken at Homecoming

and all UD alumni events, visit udalumni.smugmug.com

@UDubuque @UDubuque @UniversityofDubuque @UDBQMedia

For computer use in Charles C. Myers LibraryLogin: udguest | Password: welcome2UD

ATM LocationsSparty’s C-Store | Heritage Center

Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center | North Entrance, Main Level

WI-FI ACCESS: UD_Guest_Wifi SSIDOnce connected you will be directed to a webpage or you will need to open abrowser and browse the internet to be redirected to it.1. Enter your name, a valid email address (it cannot be a @dbq.edu email address), check “I accept the terms of use,” and click register.2. Click log in.3. Your device will now be connected to the UD_Guest_Wifi network.

Please take note of the expiration time for your device. After the time has expired,you will need to re-register your device on the UD_Guest_Wifi network.

HOMECOMING 2021 EVENTS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1411 a.m. – 4 p.m. Aviation Career Day UD Aviation Hanger, Airport Road, Dubuque, IA

Kick off Homecoming with students, flight instructors, alumni pilot recruiters, and representatives from Aerial Services Inc., Dane County Regional Airport, Endeavor Air, Envoy Air, Mission Aviation Fellowship, and Sky West Airlines! Join us for refreshments and enjoy the fall view at the airport with aircraft stationary displays on the apron.

6 p.m. Heritage Society Dinner John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

The Heritage Society honors the generous individuals who have named University of Dubuque in their will or estate plans.

Virtually: The Heritage Society program will be recorded, and the link will be sent to Heritage Society Members following Homecoming.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1510 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Homecoming Registration – Spartan Welcome Center Lobby, Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center

Check-in and pick up your name tag, event tickets, and FREE UD T-shirt. Visit the photo station to take a photo with all of your friends and see who is at Homecoming! Check out the archives display featuring the History of Multicultural Programming at UD. Stop by the Spartan Welcome Center throughout the day for event details and snacks.

11 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Chapel Service Blades Chapel

Worship with alumni, faculty, staff, and students during this special Homecoming service and join us as we lift our praise to God.

Virtually: Watch online - streamed through Facebook.

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. University BBQ Lunch Tent, Grace Street Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch with students, faculty, staff, and fellow alumni!

- Hamburger - Pulled Pork - Cheesy Potatoes - Fresh Fruit - Pasta Salad - Chips - Bars and Cookies - Soda and Water

Join the students and help make tie blankets for this year’s service project!

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11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Campus Walking Tour Auditorium, Room 264, Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center

Join us for a campus walking tour as we visit popular spots on campus and reminisce about the good old days at the “U” along the way.Note: Walking tour; a pre-recorded campus tour will be shown in the auditorium for those with mobility concerns.

Virtually: Watch online - streamed through Facebook and YouTube.

Noon – 8 p.m. Homecoming Art Show Bisignano Art Gallery, Heritage Center

The 2021 Homecoming Art Show will feature personalized portraits by Paul Chase and Vince Williams. Reception will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Virtually: View all artwork featured in the gallery with descriptions and student notes at gallery.dbq.edu.

12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center Open House and Presentation of Scholarships Garden Level, Blades Hall

Dedicated in 2015, the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center is committed to providing support services for veterans studying on campus.

At 1:45 p.m., the program will begin with an update from Rick Ernst, director of the veterans center, followed by the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge and Staff Sergeant Ronald R. Sagers Memorial Scholarship presentations.

This year’s scholarship recipients are:- SGT Jeffrey B. Dodge Scholarship: Jacob Decker (C’24)- Staff SGT Ronald R. Sagers Memorial Scholarship: Erik Odegard (C’23)

Refer to page 21 and 22 for more information.

Virtually: Watch online - streamed through Facebook and YouTube.

2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. Campus Trolley Tour Auditorium, Room 264, Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center

Enjoy a ride around campus as you see how the physical look of campus has evolved and expanded over the years.

Note: The pre-recorded campus tour will be shown in the Auditorium, Room 264, Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center beginning at 2:30 p.m.

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Whether you are joining us virtually or on campus, be sure to share your Spartan Spirit photos on social media using

#UDSPARTANFEST for a chance to win UD prizes!

3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Naming and Open House Judge James L. Martin (C’67) Multicultural Student Center, Room 263, Peter and Susan Smith Welcome Center

Celebrating the Judge James L. Martin (C’67) Multicultural Student Center and the Jim Martin Golf Studio. Remarks at 3:15 p.m. in the Multicultural Student Center, with open houses to follow in both locations. The Jim Martin Golf Studio is located in Stoltz Sports Center, access off of the McCormick Street entrance. Trolley transportation will be provided.

Virtually: The program will be recorded and posted on Facebook and Youtube following Homecoming.

5 p.m. Campus DinnerJoin fellow alumni, students, and other members of the campus community for dinner to kick off the evening’s festivities.

Homecoming dinner features:CyberCafé, Heritage Center — 5 - 8 p.m.Select one entrée, comes with side and beverage- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - Pasta Bake- Pizza- Mexican Station- Salad Bar

Juice Bar, Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center — 5 - 7 p.m.Select one entrée, comes with side and beverage- Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla- Pizza Burger- Smoothies- To-Go Salads

5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Alumni Reunion Celebration – Recognizing the Classes of 1960, 1961, 1970, and 1971Barbara and Jack Smeltzer Dining Hall, Peters Commons

The Classes of 1960, 1961, 1970, and 1971 invite their UD family – ALL SPARTANS – to join them as they celebrate their 60th and 50th Class Reunions! Dinner served by Winifred’s Catering.

5 p.m. Social | 5:45 Program | 6:15 Dinner

Virtually: Watch online - view the reunion photo video on Facebook and YouTube.

The program will be recorded and shared with reunion class members via email following Homecoming.

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8 p.m. Colin Mochrie’s HYPROV with master Hypnotist Asad MecciJohn and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

A mind-blowing, side-splitting show where Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci hypnotizes volunteers on stage, while Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway?) does improv scenes with them WHILE THEY ARE STILL UNDER HYPNOSIS. What could possibly go wrong?

Special Alumni Ticket Pricing: $27-$47. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Farber Box Office at 563.585.SHOW (7469) or visiting www.dbq.edu/HeritageCenter.

Use code: alum21 (regular fees apply).

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 169 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Homecoming Registration - Spartan Welcome Tent Alumni Tent, Upper Finley Parking Lot

9 a.m. Alumni Volleyball Game Stoltz Sports Center

9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ Recital John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

Enjoy the breathtaking sounds of UD’s newest musical instrument, the John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ, by University Organist Charles Barland.

Refer to page 24 for the recital program.

Virtually: Watch online - streamed through Facebook and YouTube.

9:30 a.m. Wrestling Open House Stoltz Sports Center

9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Alumni/ae Recognition Brunch Brunch Stations, CyberCafé, Heritage Center

Enjoy great food and fellowship with fellow Spartans as we celebrate with this year’s Alumni/ae Award recipients. Brunch stations, featuring made to order favorites, include:

- Fresh Omelet

- Specialty Sandwiches

- Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

- Stuffed Pork Loin, Potatoes, and Vegetables

- Mini Donuts

- Coffee, Tea, and Juice

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11 a.m. - Noon Alumni/ae Awards Ceremony John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center

Join President Bullock as we honor Alumni/ae Achievement Award recipients. This year’s honorees are:

- Alumnus of Distinction: Robert Nagel (C’51)

- Professional Achievement: Torrance Richardson (C’92)

- Award of Merit: Courtney Thompson (C’11)

- Volunteer Recognition Award: Keith Parris (C’00)

- Veterans Award for Distinguished Service: Captain Edward L. Hanke (C’65)

- Service to Community: UD Health Care Providers

Virtually: Watch the ceremony online - streamed through Facebook and YouTube.

11 a.m. Spartan Volleyball Game vs. UW River Falls Stoltz Sports Center

Virtually: Watch online at udspartans.com/watch

11:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. Spartan Fest Tailgate Upper Finley Parking Lot

Ramp up your Spartan Spirit before the football game and visit with classmates, friends, and the UD community. Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon – enjoy music, inflatable games, National Guard Rock Wall, and other tailgate activities.

Enjoy food by local favorites! Spartan Fest food trucks and vendors this year include:

- Buenie Bottoms Outdoor Grill

- Happi Hibachi

- Koppes Kreations

- Magoo’s Pizza

- Sugar Ray’s BBQ

- That One Place Bean

Refer to pages 17-18 for more information

on all of the options available at

each food truck!

NOTE: Various items available for purchase from each truck, cost varies, and some vendors only take cash. An ATM is available for your convenience inside the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center.

CHECK OUT ALL THE ORGANIZATIONS HOSTING TAILGATE TENTS THIS YEAR ON PAGE 16!

Interested in hosting a tailgate tent for your organization during Homecoming 2022? Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at udalumni@dbq.edu.

Virtually: Tune in on Facebook for live updates from Spartan Fest! Share photos using #UDSPARTANFEST wearing your Homecoming T-shirt and showing off your Spartan Spirit for a chance to win great prizes!

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2 p.m. Spartan Football vs. Simpson CollegeChalmers Field

Show your Spartan Spirit and wear your favorite Spartan Blue attire for an exciting football game as our Spartans take on the Simpson College Storm.

Pre-Game ShowThe Veterans Award for Distiguished Service Recipient and the 2021 Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge and Staff Sergeant Ronald R. Sagers Memorial Scholarship Recipients will participate in the flag raising ceremony.

Halftime ShowJoin us in congratulating the 2021 Alumni/ae Achievement Award recipients.

Virtually: Watch online at udspartans.com/watch

5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Spartan Nation Send-Off Tent, Grace Street

Spartan Fest continues immediately following the football game for an all alumni reunion. Join us under the “Big Tent” as we gather with fellow Spartans for a Homecoming celebration. Enjoy delicious food and cold drinks catered by 7 Hills Brewing Company, and lively music as we close out a great Homecoming weekend!

7 p.m. 1960s Reunion Timmerman’s Supper Club 7777 Timmerman Drive, East Dubuque, Illinois

All 1960s graduates are invited to join classmates for a special meal and Spartan fellowship at one of East Dubuque’s most nostalgic restaurants. Seating is limited and registration is required.

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UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE

SPARTAN FIGHT SONGFight on Spartans,We’re with you!Fight with all your might!

Take your stand against the foe,Vic’try is in sight –Fight! Fight! Fight!

We are with you all the way!Honor shining bright!Fight on for your alma mater!We’re the loyal Blue and White!

#UDSPARTANFEST

“Thank you for being a part of such a wonderful place where all students are encouraged to grow, explore, and

learn. You inspire me to work harder.”

— MIKA R ANGEL (C ’22) , THEOLO GY MAJOR

Your Investment Matters and Makes a Difference.

When you invest in the University of Dubuque, you are not only pledging your belief in our Mission, but you are providing much needed resources and opportunities for students while

supporting the work of the university.

INVEST TODAY! WWW.INVESTDBQ.COM

On Campus FacilitiesBABKA BOOKSTORE Peters Commons

Monday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Tuesday 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Friday 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

*Spartan merchandise will also be available to purchase inside the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center during the football game until after halftime.

BARBARA AND JACK SMELTZER DINING HALLPeters Commons

Breakfast (Mon-Fri) 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. Lunch (Mon-Thurs) 11 a.m. – 1p.m. Dinner (Mon-Thurs) 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.Brunch (Sat-Sun) 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

CHARLES C. MYERS LIBRARYMonday – Thursday 7 a.m. – Midnight Friday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.Sunday 10 a.m. – Midnight

SYLVIA’S COMMON GROUNDCharles C. Myers Library

Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Friday 7:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

CYBERCAFÉHeritage Center

Monday – Thursday 7 a.m. – Midnight Friday 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - Midnight Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.Sunday Noon – 10 p.m.

MIKE AND BETTY’S ICE CREAM SHOPPEHeritage Center

Monday - Friday Noon – 10 p.m.Saturday Noon – 8 p.m.Sunday Noon – 8 p.m.

SPARTY’S CONVENIENCE STOREHeritage Center

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.Sunday Noon – 8 p.m.

CRWC HEALTH BARChlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center

Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

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UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Alumni are one of the greatest resources upon which an institution can depend. An Alumni Association offers the richest potential for advice, advocacy, student recruitment, and financial support.

OUR MISSION:The mission of the University of Dubuque Alumni Association (UDAA) is to support the University by accomplishing the association’s objectives and purposes. Those objectives and purposes are to:

- Promote and uphold a strong spirit of loyalty, support, and collaboration among the alumni, friends, and former students of the University towards the programs and goals of their Alma Mater.

- Foster, build, and sustain a strong spirit of cooperation between the University and its alumni, former students, and friends.

- Stimulate fellowship and a spirit of connectedness among the alumni of the University.

- Energetically encourage promoting students to attend the University by developing, establishing, and presenting scholarships, as well as other financial assistance, to deserving students.

- Support the University of Dubuque Annual Student Scholarship Fund.

LOCAL CHURCH INFORMATION

First Presbyterian Church1684 Iowa Street563.582.4494

First Congregational United Church of Christ255 West 10th Street563.582.3648

Grace Bible Baptist Church 3966 Asbury Road 563.582.8490

GracePoint Church (Formerly Third Presbyterian)3100 Windsor Avenue 563.583.3929

Grand View United Methodist Church 3342 John Wesley Drive 563.582.8875

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 1755 Delhi Street563.582.3228

Hope Church 11893 John F. Kennedy Road 563.556.7724

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church2145 John F. Kennedy Road563.588.1247

Radius Church 1600 White Street563.258.1886

Resurrection Catholic Church4300 Asbury Road 563.556.7511

Rock of Ages Missionary Baptist Church333 Wartburg Place563.582.6073

Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church2001 Saint Joseph Street 563.588.1433

Summit Congregational Church UCC2885 John F. Kennedy Road 563.582.5661

Temple Beth El475 West Locust Street 563.599.5205

Westminster Presbyterian Church2155 University Avenue 563.583.1729

Word of Life Church 4450 Dodge Street563.556.2155

For a complete list of churches, search online for Dubuque, Iowa, churches.

Adobos Mexican Grill 756 Main Street

Brazen Open Kitchen 955 Washington Street #101

Breitbach’s Country Dining 563 Balltown RoadSherrill, IA

Caroline’s Restaurant 200 Main Street

Catfish Charlie’s 1630 East 16th Street

Copper Kettle 2987 Jackson Street

Dubuque Mining Co.555 John F. Kennedy Road Kennedy Mall

Fuji Asian Buffet806 Wacker Drive #126

Hops & Rye Food and Spirits1108 Locust Street

House of China170 John F. Kennedy Road

Ichiban Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 3187 University Avenue

Knockout Melts 3412 Pennsylvania Avenue

Lina’s Thai Bistro 2055 Holliday Drive

L.May Eatery 1072 Main Street

Los Aztecas 2700 Dodge Street and 2345 Northwest Arterial

Magoo’s Pizza1875 University Avenue

Marco’s Italian & American Foods2022 Central Avenue

Mario’s Italian Restaurant 1298 Main Street

Moracco Supper Club 1413 Rockdale Road

Pepper Sprout Midwest Cuisine 378 Main Street

Salsa’s Mexican Restaurant 1091 Main Street

Shot Tower Inn390 Locust Street

Sunshine Family Restaurant 401 Central Ave and 1575 John F. Kennedy Road

Timmerman’s Supper Club 7777 Timmerman DriveEast Dubuque, IL

Vinny Vanucchi’s180 Main Street, Dubuque and 201 South Main Street, Galena, IL

Yen Ching Restaurant 926 Main Street

1st & Main 101 Main Street

7 Hills Brewing Company 1085 Washington Street

LOCALLY OWNED OFF-CAMPUS DINING

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HOMECOMING 2022OCTOBER 20-23

C E L E B R A T I N G 1 7 0 Y E A R S !

Save the Date!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS! HOMECOMING 2022

Athenaean’s 100th Anniversary | 1962 and 1972 Reunion15

HOMECOMING 2022OCTOBER 20-23

C E L E B R A T I N G 1 7 0 Y E A R S !

Save the Date!TAILGATE | 1 1 :30 A .M. – 1 :45 P.M.

Upper Finley Parking Lot and Mercer Birmingham Tent

SPARTAN FEST ACTIVITIES(all activities are FREE to attend)

DJ Providing Music Until Game TimeInteractive Photo Booth

National Guard Rock Wall Inflatable Games: 3-Play Sports Competition,

Jumbo Connect Four, and Hula Hoop Toss Bags | Connect Four | Jenga | KanJam | Temporary Tattoo Station

Organizations hosting tailgate tents this year include:

AthenaeansBlack Alumni and Black Student Union

Men’s Baseball TeamMen’s Basketball Team

Mu Sigma BetaNursing Department

Office of Student Activities Phi Beta Sigma

Physician Assistant Program Residence Hall Association

ROTCStudent Activities Board

Student Government AssociationWomen’s Basketball Team

Wrestling Team

ALL SPARTANS ARE WELCOME TO STOP BY THE TAILGATE TENTS TO JOIN IN ON THE FUN!

SPARTAN FESTHOMECOMING 2 0 2 1

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SPARTAN FESTHOMECOMING 2021

LOCAL FOOD VENDORSSERVING FROM 11:30 A.M. - 1:45 P.M.

(ATM located inside Chlapaty Rececreation and Wellness Center)

BUENIE BOTTOMS OUTDOOR GRILLCheeseburger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.00Loaded Dog. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00Chicken Strips (4-piece). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00French Fries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (small) 3.00 (large) 6.00White Cheddar Cheese Curds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00Loaded Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00Super Beef Nachos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00Assorted Soda and Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESBBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich and Super Beef Nachos

HAPPI HIBACHIAppetizersCrab Rangoons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.00Edamame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00Potstickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Spring Rolls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00

Entrées (served with Fried Rice and side of Sautéed Vegetables)Just Veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00Shrimp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.00 Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.00 Chicken and Shrimp Combo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.00Steak and Shrimp Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.00Steak and Chicken Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.00The Sumo (All Three Meats) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.00

DessertFunnel Cake Fries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00

Assorted Soda and Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESThe Sumo and Potstickers

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KOPPES KREATIONS BAKERY CupcakesBirthday Cake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2.50Caramel Apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Caramel Mocha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Carrot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Cherry Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Double Chocolate Stuffed Chocolate Ganache . . . 2.50 Lemon Stuffed Raspberry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Monster Cookie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50Peanut Butter Stuffed Chocolate Ganache . . . . . . 2.50 Red Velvet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Salted Caramel Stuffed Caramel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Snickers Stuffed Chocolate Ganache . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50Turtle Stuffed Caramel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50White Stuffed Raspberry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50White with Blue Sprinkles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50

Sugar Cookies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00 – 6.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESMonster Cookie and White with Blue Sprinkles

THAT ONE PLACE BEANThe 300 (Smoked Black Cherry Mocha). . . . . . . .$5.00 Unity Boost (Blue Rasberry Blended Lemonade) 6.00 Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00Latte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00Chai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50Mocha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50 Caramel Macchiato . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50Berry Burst Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00Bang Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00Polar Blast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00Strawberry Blast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESThe 300 and Unity Boost

MAGOO’S PIZZAPizzaBBQ Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10.00Cheese. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00Hawaiian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00Margarita. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00Meat Lovers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00Pepperoni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00Sausage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00

DessertChocolate Brownie Bites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.00

Assorted Soda and Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESMeat Lovers Pizza and Chocolate Brownie Bites

SUGAR RAY’S BBQBeef Ribs (3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$11.00Pork Ribs (3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11.00Chicken Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00Pork Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00

SidesColeslaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00 Sweet Corn Muffins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00

Bottled Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00Ice Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00

SPARTY’S FAVORITESBBQ Pork Sandwich and Baked Beans

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2021 HERITAGE SOCIETY GATHERING

The Heritage Society honors alumni and friends who have indicated that the University of Dubuque will receive a future gift from their estate. We are grateful for

the generous actions of past and present Heritage Society investors.

There are many ways to benefit the University through membership. For more information, please contact Melissa Hemesath, vice president for advancement, at

mhemesath@dbq.edu or 563.589.3620, or visit www.dbq.edu/GivingToUD.

Joann AckmanJohn and Pam AdamsLloyd Alamsha Chestina ArchibaldShirley BabkaJohn and Joyce BachtellBrett and Bonnie BaconJohn BairdJoyce BausmanSue-Ellen Durr BeauregardLinda Bein-Carpenter Edwin and Barbara BlinksJudith BrauchtJames and Monika BreedKevin BrownWallace and Barbara BrownJeffrey and Dana Bullock

Roy and Deborah BuolJohn and Alice ButlerJim and Judy CapenZoe CasperGeorge Cassat*David* and Patricia CastrodaleW. Brad and Diane ChalmersJoseph and Linda ChlapatyRalph Clingan* and Maria ClinganElmer and Debra ColyerEllen ConawayMary ConklinDavid ConnerJohn and Peggy CouchmanBarbara Crangle Beverly Jo Anderson CurtissJon Davison

Arlo and Doreen DubaRichard and Penne DuncanMaurene FailorSusan Farber and Bernie SaksVeNita Fawcett*Bruce* and Carol FergusonClare Ferguson R. Scott and Joann FetnerJames and Paula FinnR. Gerald and Joyce FoxRichard and Patricia FranzenCharles FreudenRussell FuhrmanRobert GallagherLes GardnerKim GatesGerry and Betty Geiger

HERITAGE SOCIETY MEMBERS

NEW HERITAGE SOCIETY MEMBERSRECOGNIZED DURING HOMECOMING 2021Richard Anderson Rose and Jeffrey BlankBetty BradleyBruce and Cindy Hedgepeth

David and Sandy Hockenberry Norman and Gayle Kelley Chip and Julie MurrayDorothy Rathje

Matt and Kristi TompkinsVirginia Von TalgeLenny and Sue Weih

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Alice GibsonJesse GreenTom GreenawaltJohn and Mary GronenMax and Jacki GuinnEdward and Linda HankeEdward and Sharon HannonDenise HarbertsAlice HarrisRobert HarrisonCliff HartRonald HeathHank and Dory Hector, IIIElizabeth HeinsWerner and Michelle HellmerBruce HendricksonLawrence and Laura HerrigMarjorie HerrigRick Heydinger* and Beverly Jones HeydingerRose Marie HindeWarren* and Marian HoffmanDoug and Karen HorstmannJoyce HoutzDon HunterR. Kenneth and Bonnie* Jackson Jesse and Kandi JamesMartha JewellWilliam* and Mari* JohnsonAnn JoinesClaude JonesDavid Justis and Nuala GalbariDon and Ermil KahleLee KotnourRoger KuhleStuart LarkinRobert and Dorothy Larson Jr.Ruth Laube*Norma LiepeArnold and Lois LindamanJean LorenzRobert and Mary LucasRichard MajorJane Sumpter Malone-George*Jerry MaplesGwendolyn MartinPatricia MasonHeidi McGinnessDavid and Ruth McGuireKevin and Laura McTagueJ. Bruce and Shirley Meriwether

Gary and Susan MetelakGerald and Carol Ann MiddentsBetty Miller Ernest MillerRobert and Donna MillerDavid and Kate Moore Glynn Ann MurrayAlton MyersRobert Nagel and Jane Wheeler NagelDonald and Elaine NeelyDonel and Cyndie NelsonI. Richmond Nettey Fran NidesRobert and Susan NothJames OdenkirkGary and Linda OlsenMerlin OsbornDuane O’Tool*Douglas and Lois PearceRonald and Katherine Pearson Charleen PeryonGeorge Peters, Jr.Carrie PetersonGeorge and Pauline PikeHenry PillardFran Plimpton*Jack* and Gladys PorterJack and Suzanne PreissLouis Prues, IINan RebholzDiane RepassRobert* and Kathleen RichardMarjorie Rickert*James RiddickPatricia Pav RiggsSusan Butler RittsPhil and Judy RuppelJoel SamuelsJim and Amy SchauerWinifred Schaumburg* Alyce SchavoneJanette ScheelePhilip Carl SchieleWilliam SchlobohmMargie Schmidt*Ruth SchoonEileen SchumannCarol SchwaeglerHans and Jo Ann* SchwantjeStan and Kimberly Schwartz

Joyce Johnston SedlacekLois Selmar* Richard and Dannith SelwayThomas and Carol ShirmangRichard and Beverly ShouerTimothy and Victoria SlemmonsJack and Barbara SmeltzerPeter and Michelle Smith Leon SonksenAndrea SpirtosHarold SteinCarol StockdaleCharles Stoltz Sr.Charles Stoltz IIJohn and Aimee StoltzMichael StoltzAlvin and Marcine StraatmeyerH. Gene* and Jean Ellen* StraatmeyerThomas and Jodi StrickerWilliam Stubblefield John and Hanna SturmanWilliam Svrluga Jr.Helen TammenNancy Thompson Robert ThompsonDebra Traxler Louise Barrett TurnerB.J. UkenaRobert and Janet Van ItenLyle and Rachel Vander BroekLewis VanHooseJim and Mary VerkestVirginia Von TalgeJohn VoornC. Howard WallaceNancy WallaceMark and Annalee Ward James and Elaine WattBob and Maryann Webb Jack WertzbergerRobert and Joan* WicklundArlys Kannegieter Williams David WilliamsThomas WinterMaribeth WoolseyRick and Cathy YoungGary and Jane ZeckDale and Ruth Zschoche

*Members who have passed away since Homecoming 2019

VETERANS CENTER SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION CEREMONY

Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans CenterOpen House and Presentation of Scholarships

Friday, October 15, 2021Open House from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Ceremony at 1:45 p.m.

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick Ernst (CSM, USA, Ret.) Director of the Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans CenterInvocation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. James D. Gunn (MDiv’02, DMin’15) Dean of Chapel and Edwin B. Lindsay ChaplainSergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick ErnstSergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Scholarship Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick ErnstStaff Sergeant Ronald R. Sagers Memorial Scholarship Presentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick ErnstBenediction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. James D. Gunn

Closing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick Ernst

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INVEST IN THE SERGEANT JEFFREY B. DODGE ANDSTAFF SERGEANT RONALD R. SAGERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

As endowed scholarships, these will be given in perpetuity to current UD students – a fitting way to ensure that Jeff and Ron’s legacies are forever part of UD history.

Investing in Student Veterans- GI Bill benefits don’t cover the entire cost of education for some students. Annual Student

Veteran Scholarships can help bridge that gap. Many choose to invest monthly in this effort.- Endowed scholarship investments can also be made in the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge

Scholarship or Staff Sergeant Ronald R. Sagers Memorial Scholarship.- Investments can also be made to the Veterans Emergency Relief Fund. This fund provides

immediate financial relief for student veterans and their families in the case of financial burdens that may impact students continuing their education. This fund has been instrumental in assisting UD student veterans in financial crisis. Cases may include emergency automobile repairs, home furnace repair, medical bills, prescription payments, and assistance with rental costs.

HOW TO INVEST:ONLINE: www.investdbq.comON-CAMPUS: cash, check, credit cardOTHER: e.g. donor advised fund, stocks/securities transfer, matching gifts, pledge

If you are interested in learning about payment methods available for this project, or have any questions, please contact the Office of Advancement at 563.589.3158 or udadvancement@dbq.edu.

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SERGEANT JEFFREY B. DODGE VETERANS CENTER UPDATE - OCTOBER 2021Rick Ernst (CSM, USA, Ret.)Director of the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center

Here at the University of Dubuque Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center we constantly strive to improve the educational experience for our student veterans and their families each year. As a result of the efforts and generosity of our investors, we are happy to report the following.

- We currently serve over 150 military or veteran related students.- We are honored to receive a No. 1 ranking as a private university offering an undergraduate through doctorate

degree from VIQTORY out of 625 schools surveyed for school year 2021-2022. What makes this so significant is that the results were based upon objective data measurements from Veterans Administration, Department of Defense directives, as well as federal and state Education Department metrics and compiled by the firm of (EY) Ernst and Young. In addition, we were ranked No. 9 for our support of military/veteran spouses by the same survey.

Fun Facts:- The median age of a student veteran is 31 and a traditional student is 21.- The median GPA for a student veteran is 3.69 and for a traditional student is 3.45.- We have initiated a new “Salute to Service” special tuition rate of $250.00 per credit hour for all of our undergraduate

and graduate LIFE – Learning Institute for Fulfillment and Engagement education programs for all active duty, reserve service men and women, veterans, and their spouses.

- Initiated new programing and partnerships with area museums with interviews of Vietnam Veterans for an upcoming Vietnam exhibit.

- The veterans center was instrumental in bringing RISE ABOVE: Tuskegee Airmen Traveling Outdoor Exhibit to campus to highlight the stellar achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen in WWII while displaying incredible courage in overcoming extreme adversity.

- The University of Dubuque strives to support our student veterans from the initial contact with our admission and financial aid team, through tailored individual degree plans with our academic advisors, a low student to faculty ratio, and the veteran specific guidance and mentorship provided in the Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center.

The University’s commitment to service members and veterans dates back to World War II with the Navy’s V5/V12 programs and continues to the present day with a vibrant US Army ROTC program and Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge Veterans Center. Established in spring 2014, the veterans center serves veterans by offering support and assistance in navigating the transition to civilian life and the college environment as well as providing relationships that encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development and a zeal for lifelong learning and service.

UD recognizes the need to support all who have served our country in the armed forces. The veterans center seeks to be a bridge between the ethos and values learned serving in the military to the UD educational experience as they relate to future careers and continued civilian service to our nation.

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JUDGE JAMES L. MARTIN MULTICULTURAL STUDENT CENTER & JIM MARTIN GOLF STUDIO

“WHAT WOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO DO IF YOU KNEW YOU COULD NEVER FAIL?”

This was a favorite quote of Jim Martin’s. So much so that a paperweight with these words was front and center on his desk.

As you reflect on his life, you realize that he exemplifies those words.

Jim Martin made an impact at the University of Dubuque both as a student and most recently as an active alumnus. A proud graduate of the UD Class of 1967, Jim was a member of the Phi-O fraternity and an athlete, playing football, basketball, and baseball during his time as a student. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees and could be found in the stands cheering on the Spartans at most UD football and basketball games, along with his beloved spouse, Deb.

In addition to his involvement with UD, Jim was a true servant leader and chose to serve with many groups and organizations including the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Judicial Council, the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Board of Attorneys Professional Responsibility, Badger Basketball Boosters, and the Southwest Wisconsin Officials Association. In addition, he served on the Board of Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center, the Board of the Wisconsin Senior Golf Association, and as a Commissioner of the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District.

His professional accomplishments include serving as an assistant football coach at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After graduation from law school at University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1977, Jim began working as an assistant attorney for the City of Madison. In 2002, he was named attorney. In 2003, Jim was named as a city circuit court judge in Dane County, Wisconsin, just the second African-American to be appointed to the bench. Jim served in that position until July 2009 when he retired.

In his 2016 Alumnus of Distinction acceptance remarks, Jim recalled his time as a student saying, “UD gave me a chance to be the first in my family to go to college. It was a game changer in my life’s trajectory.”

The Judge James L. Martin (C’67) Multicultural Student Center will be a place for all students as well as programming, events, and fellowship. The Jim Martin Golf Studio, given by his spouse, Deb, is a state-of-the-art facility for the growth and development of our men’s and women’s golf programs. Golf was a passion of Jim’s and one of his proudest accomplishments was his completion of 18 holes in all 50 states.

Jim passed away after a brief illness on June 29, 2019, but today we celebrate Jim’s legacy at the University he loved. His story will continue to be shared with students who will walk in his footsteps on our campus.

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JOHN AND ALICE BUTLER PIPE ORGAN RECITAL

By Charles Barland, University Organist

PROGRAM Pièce d’Orgue, BWV 572 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)

Variations on “Kelvingrove” by Denis Bédard (b. 1950)

Adoration by Florence Price (1887-1953)

Finale from Organ Sonata No. 1 in D minor, Op. 42 by Alexandre Guilmant (1837-1911)

- Designer, Builder, and Installer: Dobson Pipe Organ Builders, Ltd., of Lake City, Iowa

- Designated By Dobson As: Opus 97, as it is the 97th new organ built by the firm

- Acoustical Design: Threshold Acoustics of Chicago, Illinois

- Total Pipes: 3,033- Largest Pipe: 32 feet long

ABOUT THE ORGANIST

Charles Barland was appointed director of the University of Dubuque Choir in 2002 and served as director until 2018. Currently he is professor of music and university organist at the University of Dubuque.

He is a two-time winner of the Faculty of the Year Award from the University of Dubuque as well as the recipient of the John Knox Coit Prize for excellence in teaching and advising, the highest award given to

faculty by the University of Dubuque.

As an organist, he has performed throughout the United States and in Germany, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and England including performances in Armagh, Glasgow, London, Munich, Boston, Orlando,

Chicago, Milwaukee, Los Angeles, and Honolulu.

- Smallest Pipe: Half the size of a pencil- Weight of the Organ: 21 tons- Visible Façade Woodwork: Black

cherry with black bands that visually continue the “staff lines” that run around the entire hall

- Organ’s Console: Surrounded by naturally-finished hard maple with much of the interior veneered with Carpathian elm burl

JOHN AND ALICE BUTLER PIPE ORGAN FUN FACTS

- Interior Circular Stair: Allows organist passage through the organ from Heritage Center’s third floor to reach the console through a concealed door in the façade woodwork

- Man-Hours: 20 Dobson craftsmen worked approximately 31,000 man-hours over the course of 20 months to build, install, and voice the organ

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2021 ALUMNI/AE AWARDS CEREMONY

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ms. Katie Kraus (C’11) Director for Alumni Engagement

Blessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. James D. Gunn (MDiv’02, DMin’15) Dean of Chapel and Edwin B. Lindsay Chaplain

Alumni/ae Award Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ms. Melissa Hemesath Vice President for Advancement

Alumnus of Distinction Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mr. Robert Nagel (C’51)

Professional Achievement Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mr. Torrance Richardson (C’92)

Award of Merit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ms. Courtney Thompson (C’11)

Volunteer Recognition Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mr. Keith Parris (C’00)

Veterans Award for Distinguished Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Captain Edward L. Hanke (C’65)

Service to Community Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UD Health Care Providers

President’s Closing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Jeffrey F. Bullock, PhD President of the University

SPARTAN FESTHOMECOMING 2021

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ALUMNUS OF DISTINCTION AWARD

Robert “Bob” Nagel (C’51)

Robert “Bob” Nagel graduated from the University of Dubuque in 1951 with a major in history that included an emphasis on all the various Social Sciences. While at UD, Bob’s involvements included Mu Sigma Beta fraternity, Social Science Club, Student Council officer, Band, Theater and Debate. After graduation he went on to the University of Colorado School of Law, earning a Juris Doctor degree.

For the first couple years after law school, Bob was an associate at the Denver law firm Henry and Adams. Wanting to branch out, he worked for a time as a sole practitioner before forming, along with two friends and fellow CU

graduates, the firm named Law, Nagel and Clark. During a leave of absence from his firm, Bob was appointed and served as an Assistant Colorado Attorney General where he represented various state departments and agencies and from which he later moved on to become Chief Counsel to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission. After returning to his firm, for several years Bob’s primary, but not exclusive, legal activity involved a co-lead role in the financing, construction, leasing and operation of several large regional indoor shopping malls. He then had the opportunity to become an early participant in the development of Cable Television as a means of program delivery and in the creation and operation of numerous Cable Television systems. He remained mostly involved in Cable Television until his retirement in 1997. Having completed a career as a practicing lawyer, one that was varied, enjoyable and rewarding, Bob considers that one of his personal accomplishments has been the gaining and maintenance of the respect of his fellow lawyers (and hopefully of the general public) during a long and often strenuous legal career.

Bob also served on and/or supported various Denver and Colorado area charitable and public organizations, including Mile High United Way and InnerCity Christian School.

Outside of work, Bob’s favorite activities included a lifetime of flying as a private pilot mostly for pleasure but sometimes for business, scuba diving with many friends, playing golf poorly, lengthy vacations in Mexico and Canada, and worldwide travel. He and Jane have had the good fortune of being able to travel to and enjoy large parts of all the continents.

Bob and Jane have been married for 66 years. They reside in the Denver, Colorado area. Together they have three adult children (Andrew, Martha and Kurt) and are blessed with having ten great grandchildren. When asked, Bob said his most notable accomplishment has been making it to the age of 92 while still vertical.

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Torrance “Tory” Richardson (C’92)

Torrance “Tory” Richardson graduated from the University of Dubuque in 1992, earning a bachelor of science degree in aviation management with a minor in flight operations. While at UD, Tory was a student ambassador, president of the Mu Sigma Beta fraternity, and president of the Greek Council.

Tory is the president and CEO of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, overseeing all functions and activities of Michigan’s second-busiest airport. He is also responsible for developing and implementing the Airport Authority’s strategic vision, including long-term plans for future development, infrastructure improvement, guest growth, and other initiatives.

Successful in guiding airports through significant change and boosting regions’ economic vitality, Tory is leading the Authority’s Project Elevate, a revolutionary expansion of the airport to accommodate passenger growth that includes adding nonstop international commercial flights.

Throughout his almost 30-year aviation career, Tory has built his knowledge of aviation by working in many facets of the industry, holding various positions with: Fixed Base Operations, Airlines, National Weather Service, Airport Operations, Airport Maintenance, Airport Management, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting.

Prior to joining the Ford Airport in 2019, Tory was executive vice president and chief operating officer of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, which oversees three airports in central Ohio: John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Rickenbacker International Airport, and Bolton Field. During his tenure, passenger traffic grew 33% to more than 8.4 million travelers while freight increased 91% to more than 300 million pounds. He previously served as the Columbus Regional Airport Authority’s chief strategy officer and vice president of human resources, government affairs, and strategy. Before that, he was executive director of airports for the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority, which includes Fort Wayne International Airport and Smith Field Airport, both in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Prior to Indiana, he was the executive director at Rapid City Regional Airport in South Dakota and an operations specialist and maintenance worker at the Dubuque Regional Airport in Iowa.

Tory is past chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (or Triple A E) representing over 7,000 members in the U.S. He is past president of the Great Lakes Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives. He also has held leadership positions with the Airports Council International-North America and is past president of the Ohio Aviation Association. He has served as chair for several national aviation conferences and is actively involved in the National Academies of Science – Transportation Research Board’s Airport Cooperative Research Program. In addition to these aviation-related roles, he has held leadership positions on other non-profit boards including conventions and visitors’ bureaus and United Way.

Tory is a proud recipient of the President’s Special Recognition award from the Aviation Association of Indiana and the Outstanding Service Award from the Great Lakes Chapter of AAAE. However, he is most proud of his wife, Lisa, and their three young adult children: Zachary, Logan, and Kyra.

PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

AWARD OF MERIT

Courtney Thompson (C’11)

Courtney Thompson graduated from the University of Dubuque in 2011 with an English in secondary education major. While at UD, Courtney was involved with Sigma Tau Delta (an English honor society), presented at Streamlines Conference in 2010 and 2011, and participated in intramural sports. After graduation, Courtney went on to Arizona State University, graduating in 2015 with a master’s of education, in gifted education.

Courtney’s professional goals and accomplishments include working towards helping to close the achievement and opportunity gap through equity work and involvement

with AVID and Title I schools. Her dedication to students has been highlighted repeatedly through the years. In 2019, New York City businessman Ben Adam adopted Courtney’s classroom and introduced her on the website ClassroomGiving.com. Actress Kristen Bell put Courtney in her “Featured Teacher Friday” on Instagram and encouraged her 10.8 million followers to donate to Courtney’s classroom using her Amazon Wish List. Further, Walgreens and People magazine featured Courtney in their “Beyond the Classroom” campaign. In 2020, Courtney was awarded the Arizona Teacher of the Year Award, presented by Arizona Federal Credit Union and the Arizona State Fair, because of her commitment to students while helping to raise money to offset students’ college tuition.

Courtney is an avid volunteer with her church and previous district for support of teachers, students, and families. She attributes a portion of her success to the education foundation UD prepares teachers with, and she gives a special shout out to the English department and Professor Gomoll!

Outside of being a teacher, Courtney has enjoyed traveling around Europe and all the adventures that came with living in Arizona. She currently resides in Yelm, Washington with her perfect dog, Punkie Brewster. She enjoys spending time with her family – especially her two nieces and one nephew.

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VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION AWARD

Keith Parris (C’00)

Keith Parris graduated from University of Dubuque in 2000 with a degree in finance. While attending UD, Keith participated in athletics playing basketball where he holds records for field goal percentage and blocks. Keith also participated in the Business Club, where he held the vice president position. Additionally, he was a member of the Pan African Student Union. After graduating from UD, Keith went on to pursue his master’s of business administration, with an emphasis on human resources and finance, from the Keller Graduate School in 2003.

After receiving his master’s degree, Keith was recruited to the Chicago area to begin his career working for a real estate investment company as a portfolio manager. After gaining experience in the real estate business, Keith went on to work for British Petroleum (BP) where he was instrumental in implementing the shared services business model across the world, allowing BP to expand operations in Illinois, Kuala Lumpur, and India. He took his experiences at BP and joined the team at Amazon where he helped lead the operations of a large-scale fulfillment operation. After spending a few years at Amazon, Keith started at Dyson where he was a leader in customer service operations for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Under Keith’s leadership, he was responsible for record-setting sales growth across his region. This knowledge and experience kept his region at the top of Dyson’s 22 markets across the globe. That has led Keith to his current role at BCU Financial Services as a director of Contact Center Operations and Technology. Other professional career highlights include being an Advisory Board member for George Washington University School of Business and being an active mentor in all of his corporate roles.

Keith has taken his love for the game of basketball and coached college and youth basketball for the past 15 years at various locations across the Midwest including Edgewood College, Aurora University, North Central College, and Kishwaukee College. Using basketball as a vehicle to mentor young men and women, Keith finds this instrumental in showing young men and women the importance of discipline, hard work, and dedication.

Keith has been an active UD alumnus and has participated in panel discussions with current students on his career and personal learnings. Over the past several years, Keith has been a driving force with the Black Alumni and getting involved on campus, particularly during Homecoming festivities. Keith has helped organize student and alumni networking events, and he is the main point person for the Black Student Union (BSU)/Alumni Tailgate Tent during Spartan Fest. Keith is an advocate for young adults pursuing their dreams at the University of Dubuque and assists with recruiting, particularly with the men’s basketball team. Additionally, he supports students financially through the Annual Student Scholarship Fund and encourages fellow alumni to join him in supporting the University. Keith has worked and lived across the Midwest the past 20 years, but he still considers Dubuque his home. Keith resides in Plainfield, Illinois, and is the proud father of Isaac, Ivy, and Kalia.

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VETERANS AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE

Captain Edward “Ed” L. Hanke, USAR (CE) (C’65)

Captain Edward “Ed” Hanke graduated from the University of Dubuque in 1965 with a degree in biology. During his time at UD, Ed was a member of the cross-country team, tennis team, wresting team, and a charter member of Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity. After earning his degree, Ed went on to Purdue University, Washington University, and the BSA National Executive Institute.

Ed enlisted in the Army in 1966, was Officer Candidate School commissioned 2nd Lt and assigned to the 20th Engineer

Brigade serving in the Republic of Vietnam during four Tet Offensives as a platoon leader for the 104th Dump Truck Company and as the Commanding Officer of a Quarry Company on the Cambodian border. Returning home, he served as company commanders at Fort Dix, New Jersey and Fort Meade, Maryland, where he completed his enlistment. He is proud to say that even though being in a combat zone, he never lost a man to enemy action.

Presently retired from the Boy Scouts of America and the United States Postal Service, he stays busy as a board member of the Southwest Veterans Home, the Sharing and Caring Boat Ride for Hospitalized Veterans, and a member of Session of Bower Hill Community Church. In addition, he is active with various veteran and fraternal organizations including; Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, VFW, National Order of Trench Rats, Rotary, Masons, National Sojourners, Shriners International, Grotto, and Tall Cedars of Lebanon.

As an Agent Orange victim, he is personally proud of being a cancer survivor.

Ed and his wife, Linda, reside in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary in November 2021. He is the father of two children – Louis (deceased) and Elissa.

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SERVICE TO COMMUNITY AWARD

UD Health Care Workers

This year, the University of Dubuque family is honored to recognize UD health care providers for their strength, courage, and service to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic and through the work they do each day.

Every day we have the privilege to hear how University graduates are making a difference, providing care, and being a source of comfort, a confidant, and even a friend to those in need. Through their daily work, they live out the Mission of the University of Dubuque, practicing Christian love and providing service to both the church and the world.

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WORDS FROM THE FRONT LINES, SUBMITTED BY UD’S HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS“I’m thankful for the education and training I received during my time at the UD!” — Sara Fruendt (C’11)

“The true heroes are those Providers and staff that showed up every day, garbed in protective gear to treat everyone who walked through our doors.” — Geri (Riniker) Schilling-Johnson (C’99, MBA’08)

“We have navigated COVID by creating mitigation strategies that have created a safe environment and we administered over 10,000 COVID tests.” — Troy Banse (C’00)

“I am proud and honored to stand beside each and every one of you in this war against COVID-19.” — Sammi (Meiners) Skaife (C’14)

“We had a lot of overflow patients because they took one floor away for COVID-19. I had sick patients without family and a lot of patients passed away. It was hard and it still is today.” — Kendall (Kaufmann) Nelson (C’19)

PREVIOUS ALUMNI/AE AWARD RECIPIENTS

ALUMNUS/ALUMNA OF DISTINCTION AWARDAwarded since 1954 to a graduate who has distinguished himself/herself in service to the whole church and/or world; has characterized or exemplified the spiritual, academic, and moral growth as presented in the University’s Mission; and has displayed loyalty and interested concern for the University of Dubuque and its future.

David Gelzer (C’41, MDiv’43)Homer Conzett (C’42)Ethel (Norberg) Sassenrath (C’42)C.T. Peterson (C’21)Gilbert Forbes, posthumouslyEdward Pike (C’25, DHL’63)William Petersen (C’26)George Sisler (C’19)Oliver Ohmann (C’22)Edgar Boell (C’29, DSCI’52)Joseph Mihelic (C’32)Charles Tyrrell (C’36, S’37)Joseph Duke (C’20, DLAW’60)Ric Biek (C’53)William Troxell (C’38)Ruben Austin (C’36)Gerald Smith (C’42)Herb Gearhart (C’51)Susan Bellinger (C’59)Paul Laube (C’32, DHL’95)

Dexter French (C’38, DSCI’60)Lee Chang (C’25, DLAW’46)Donovan Ward (C’25)Gene Siekmann(C’35, MDiv’51, DHL’61)Rod Riggs (C’55)Hal Fisher (C’49)Arline Dieterich (C’41)J. Bruce Meriwether (C’60, DHL’02)William Grings (C’40)Walter Soboleff (C’37,MDiv’40)Donald Swain (C’53)Charles Chakerian (C’24)Keith Ackman (C’50)Robert MacAskill (C’43)Lois (Schneider) Selmar (C’52)Duane Rumbaugh (C’50)Dennis Dammerman (C’67, DHL’03)Lee Beck (C’65)Hsuan Owyang (C’50)

Tony Danza (C’72, DHL’04)Jim Schneck (C’64)Duane Meyer (C’50)Laura Palmer-Noone (C’80)Rich Aborn (C’74)Al Straatmeyer (C’54, MDiv’57)Bill Sawyier (C’45)Mark Brodersen (C’71)Silas Kessler (C’32, BDiv’34)Bill Svrluga (C’66)Bob Schwaegler (C’56)Dewey Feuerhelm (C’56)Javaune Adams-Gaston (C’78)Bobbi Alpers (C’73)Betty Takes (C’79)Jim Martin (C’67)Dick Svrluga (C’71)Woody (C’52, MDiv’55) and Barbara (C’57) BusseJohn Couchman (C’69)

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ALUMNI/AE AWARD OF MERITAwarded since 1994 to a graduate within 15 years of graduation who has demonstrated a clear commitment to excellence in his/her career. To be considered for this award, the alumnus/alumna will have significant accomplishments in business or professional life as well as recognition, achievement, and leadership that reflect positively on the University’s Mission.

Saleem Ghubril (MDiv’91)James Riddick (C’91)Todd Helgeson (C’86)Mary Lou Baal (C’84, MBA’88)Paul Adams (C’83)Rick Schwerdtfeger Jr. (C’86)

Polly (Rademacher) Kadolph (C’91, MBA’05)Aaron Williams (C’99)B’Ann (Bohnsack) Dittmar (MBA’00)Tom Rauen (C’05)Dan Calvert (C’01)

Charity Edgar (C’07)Matt Metelak (C’11)Caroline (Zelent) Grunenwald (C’08)Josh Terrell (C’10, MBA’11)Dominique A. Anthony (C’07)

ALUMNI/AE PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDAwarded since 1994 to a graduate 15 years or more after graduation who has demonstrated a clear commitment to excellence in his/her career. To be considered for this award, the alumnus/alumna will have significant accomplishments in business or professional life as well as recognition, achievement, and leadership that reflect positively on the University’s Mission.

Joseph Lawrence (C’32)Tom Somerville (C’55)Marv O’Hare (C’55)Pat (Wild) Franzen (C’68)Kirk Wolfinger (C’75)Donald Thomas (C’48)Colleen (Birdnow) Brown (C’79)Ardy (Weinbender) Diercks (C’76)Fritz Hayes (C’58)Thomas Rosenquist (C’64)Jim Davis (C’60)

Graham Turnbull (C’56)Hank Hector III (C’61)Bob Van Iten (C’59)Mary (Usui) Toma (C’49)Susan Senft (C’75)Jane Hammond (C’50)Dale Brubaker (C’43)Kent Hatteberg (C’77)Carol (Spencer) Kuhle (C’68)Marian (Sessler) Hoffman (C’55)Gary Olsen (C’70)

Bob Shafer (C’75, MBA’94)Brett Bacon (C’69)Butch Fuller (C’71)Celina (Malloy) Peerman (C’92)Rebecca (Bruns)Johnson (C’79)I. Richmond Nettey (C’82)Thad Foucher(C’78)Juris Terauds (C’61)Barbara (Glovik) Rechterman (C’85)

ALUMNI/AE SERVICE TO COMMUNITY AWARDAwarded since 1994 to an alumnus/alumna who has demonstrated a clear commitment to serving his/her community through notable volunteerism, an outstanding act of selflessness, or a pattern of service to humanitarian efforts or causes.

Paul Harmon (C’64)Donald McAllister (C’50)Wilton Sinning (C’36, BDiv’39)Betty Takes (C’79)Beverly (Anderson) Curtiss(C’76)Barbara (Skaife) Busse (C’57)Margery (Peckham Deale) Dodge (C’41)Craig Thompson (C’75)Ruth (Hermann) Clark (C’45)Diane Nelson (C’78)

Hank Pillard (C’57)Bob Richard (C’72)Dave Drake (C’51)Hal Knutsen (C’65)Bill Peck (C’60)Doug Horstmann (C’75)Peg (Snuttjer) Hudson (MAC’00)Nancy Kringle (C’85, MBA’14)Polly (Tobiason) Antons (C’48)Rick Carney (C’69)Al Spensley (C’55)

Lloyd Alamsha (C’56, MDiv ’60)Loretta Gratias-Bremer (C’62)Roy Buol (C’92)Chris Peterson (C’04)Carolyn Poplett (C’51)Rick Wallace (C’81)Lenny Weih (C’67)Judy Hay (C’68)Keith Kephart (C’66)

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ALUMNI/AE VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION AWARDAwarded since 1994 to an alumnus/alumna for outstanding contributions to the University of Dubuque in a volunteer capacity.

Eleanor (Behnke) Rafoth (C’37)Bruce Ferguson (C’53)Bud Loats (C’50)Bill Burnette (C’50)Bob Besch (C’40)Bret Johannsen (C’50)Jack Bachtell (C’53)Barbara (Kelly) Smeltzer (C’66)

Bill Fullarton (C’32)Gerhardt“Dutch”Van Drie (C’47)Charmion (Luense) Van Drie (C’49)Ron Cavanagh (C’76)Beverly (Anderson) Curtiss (C’76)Dan Frump (C’63)Margie (Lane) Schmidt (C’55)Barbara (Weber) Blinks (C’64)

Tony Lehmann (MBA’87)Jane (Sumpter) Malone-George (C’51)Anderson Sainci (C’10, MAC’12)Tim Polley (C’08, MDiv’11)Andrew Ward Sr. (C’66)Royce (C’68) and Kathy (C’68) FarmerPaul Clayton (C’68)

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VETERANS AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICEAwarded since 2015 to an alumnus/alumna veteran who has made a positive impact on their local, national, international, or veteran community; on the University; or through their military service.

Colonel Mark Carlson (C’85)Lieutenant Senior Grade Nickas Yiannias (C’47)Sergeant Jeffrey B. Dodge (C’68), posthumouslyFirst Lieutenant Michael Downey (C’66), posthumouslyLieutenant Commander Roger Meyers (C’55), posthumously

Staff Sergeant Ronald R. Sagers (C’68), posthumouslyChaplain (LTC) Donald Neely (C’57, MDiv’62)Colonel Earl Bufton Jr. (C’63), posthumouslySergeant Major Richard E. Goebel (C’82)Colonel Harry “Bucky”Peterson (C’68)Colonel Robert Wicklund (C’53)

WANT TO NOMINATE A FELLOW SPARTAN FOR AN ALUMNI/AE AWARD?

Visit www.dbq.edu/Alumni/AlumniAwardsRecognition or call Katie Kraus (C’11), director for alumni engagement, at 563.589.3161.

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