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Buena Vista University celebrates the accomplishments by our students. The academic achievement newsletter is sent to the campus community on Fridays during the academic year. Here is a listing of past accomplishments.
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Christopher Rowedder Accepted to DMU
Grad School Admissions
July 16, 2008
Congratulations to Chris Rowedder for being accepted to the highly competitive Physical Therapy Program at Des Moines University. Great work Row!- Dr. Robert Dunbar
McGinty to puruse Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University
Grad School Admissions
July 7, 2008
Congratulations to Steven McGinty (BVU class of 2008)! He was one of only sixty students from Iowa admitted to Iowa State University's Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. He will begin his studies in Ames in August.- Brian A. Lenzmeier
Rina Tsujimoto, alumni, earns MSW
Employment
June 6, 2008
Rina, Tsujimoto, former professor of Japanese and graduate of BVU with a degree in Social Work (2003) has earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. She will begin her first post-master's job in a nursing home north of Seattle. Congratulations Rina!- Kathryn McKinley
Pennell Accepts Teaching Position
Employment
June 4, 2008
Courtney Pennell (08) has accepted a K-12 Art Teaching position with Mead Public Schools, in Mead, Nebraska.- Mary Mello-Nee
Faculty Member Publishes Article
Faculty/Staff Achievement
May 29, 2008
Dr. Wind Goodfriend, Assistant Professor of Psychology, recently had an article published in the journal "Social Justice Research." The title of the article is, "The Good and Bad of Social Change: Ambivalence Toward Activist Groups." For a copy of the article, email Dr. Goodfriend.- Wind Goodfriend
Durston accepts position with First Data
Employment
May 25, 2008
Congratulations to Ian Durston, a 2008 computer science graduate, who recently accepted a position as a Tech Operations Analyst with First Data Resources in Omaha, Nebraska. Good job, and good luck, Ian!- Jason Shepherd
Master of Science
Grad School Admissions
May 23, 2008
Mary Hildreth, a recent graduate of the Marshalltown Professional & Online Studies Program, was admitted into the Drake University Master of Science in Counseling degree program in Rehabilitation Counseling for the fall of 2008. Congratulations, Mary. Dr. Nancy Wilson, Director Marshalltown Professional and Online Studies- Mary Hildreth
Kendra Ramthun moves to Playwrights Horizons
Employment
May 23, 2008
Kendra Ramthun, an Arts Management/Theatre graduate, recently moved to New York City to work for theatre production company, Aruba Productions. After four months with Aruba, Kendra is moving on to a new job as a General Management Associate at Playwrights Horizons. Playwrights Horizons is one of the most respected new play development organizations, bringing plays like "Grey Gardens," "I am My Own Wife," and "The Heidi Chronicles" to Broadway.- Bethany Larson
Recent graduate to Pepperdine University
Grad School Admissions
May 22, 2008
Mitchell Annan, recent graduate with History major and Economics minor, has been accepted into the public policy masters program at Pepperdine University in Malibu CA. He will also serve as a graduate assistant in teaching introductory economics. Congratulations, Mitch. Stan Ullerich, Dean and Economist, Siebens School of Business- stan ullerich
Sennert Selected to Iowa School of Banking
Employment
May 20, 2008
Amy Sennert has been selected by the Iowa Bankers Association as the recipient of the John Hughes Memorial Scholarship to attend the first year of the Iowa School of Banking this June in Cedar Rapids. Professors Henry Hardt and Lei Wen recommended Ms Sennert be nominated for the scholarship. Best wishes and congratulatins, Amy.- Stan Ullerich, Dean and Professor of Economics, Siebens School of Business- stan ullerich
Computer Science 2008 Grads Hired!
Employment
May 12, 2008
Congratulations to the following 2008 computer science graduates who have accepted positions with the following companies. Nathan Cowell will be working at West Corporation in Omaha as an Information Services Analyst. Trent Mordhorst has secured a position with FAST Enterprises in the Twin Cities as an Implementation Consultant. Timothy Raadt has accepted a position with Federated Insurance in Owatonna, MN, as an Associated Systems Developer. Dustin Lindhorst will be working at HDR, Inc., in Omaha as a Systems Engineer. Please join the computer science faculty in congratulating these students on the beginning of what will undoubtedly be very successful careers in the field of computing!- Jason Shepherd
Graduate School Admission
Grad School Admissions
May 9, 2008
Congratulations to psychology student Trevor Urich, who has been accepted into the BVU Master of School Counseling program. He will also be continuing to work with the BVU football team. Good job Trevor!- Trevorn Urich
Minnesota Undergraduate Psychology Conference
Miscellaneous
May 8, 2008
Students from the psychology department attended the Minnesota Undergraduate Psychology Conference at Hamline University on April 26, 2008. Heather Caspers, Maurita Ghoulston, Adrian Thomas, Crystal Avon, Trevor Urich, Gabrielle Patterson, Angie Eischeid, Chase Barrick, Jessica Collins, Samantha Manning, David Regnier, Greg Opseth, Jen McKasson, Flor Johnson, Kendra Foster, Madison Kooker, Jacob Flaws, Amanda Monn, Sarah Maslonka, and Jerica Wild all presented their research. Buena Vista University students participated in two oral presentations and 21 poster presentations. Congratulations to all of you.- Jeanne B. Tinsley
Hangartner to pursue Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
Grad School Admissions
May 7, 2008
Beginning this fall Alex Hangartner will attend the University of Iowa to pursue his Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Please congratulate Alex on this impressive academic and professional achievement.- Lenzmeier
Moulds to pursue Ph.D. at Creighton University
Grad School Admissions
May 7, 2008
Graduating senior Nyssa Moulds has received a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend to pursue a Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology at Creighton University. Congratulations to Nyssa for her academic achievement!- Lenzmeier
Student Research Paper Presentation and Publication
Employment
May 7, 2008
Jeremy Peichel presented his research paper, "State of Nature: Modeling Variation in Environmental Protection among American States," at the Midwest Political Science Undergraduate Research Council's annual meeting in March. In addition, this paper was recently accepted for publication in the 2008 Missouri Valley Journal of Social Science. Congratulations Jeremy!- Tim McDaniel
Puhrmann Accepted to Graduate Program
Grad School Admissions
May 5, 2008
Kayla was accepted at Nebraska Wesleyan University in the Masters of Forensic Science program in the investigations track. She starts her graduate training this coming August. Congratulations, Kayla.- Bob Blodgett
Curry Accepts Position with Planned Parenthood
Employment
May 4, 2008
BVU senior Catlin Curry, a marketing and media studies major, has just accepted a position with Planned Parenthood of Greater Iowa. Curry will begin at PPGI later this month as a Communication Generalist following graduation from BVU. Congratulations, Catlin!- Jamii Claiborne
Weare Wins Research Excellence Award
Miscellaneous
May 4, 2008
BVU alum Andrea Weare (2006) has been named a recipient of the Iowa State Unversity Research Excellence Award for her thesis research. The award is given to te top 10% of graduate theses and dissertations out of all of the colleges in the university. Only about 15 students, masters and PhDs combined, receive it. Andrea will receive her Master's from the Greenlee School at ISU in Journalism and Mass Communication this month.- Jamii Claiborne
Jessica Peiffer takes House Management Position
Employment
May 1, 2008
Jessica Peiffer will be working as a Front of House Manager for the International Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven, CT in June. The mission of the International Festival of Arts & Ideas is to create an internationally renowned festival in New Haven of the highest quality with world-class artists, thinkers and leaders, attracting and engaging a broad and diverse audience celebrating and building community and advancing economic development. The Festival is firmly established as one of the world's most significant arts festivals. It has the distinction of fusing arts and ideas programs to present a broad array of offerings within and across genres. The festival showcases hundreds of international events each summer, from over 20 countries. Jessica will be responsible for the training and supervision of ushers, the safety and comfort of audiences, and the creation of a hospitable environment in the public spaces of a variety of performance venues. Congratulations, Jessica!- Bethany Larson
Students selected for summer study
Miscellaneous
April 30, 2008
Jennifer Allen, Justin Bauer, Benjamin Hansen, and Amanda Mordhorst have been selected to attend the Okoboji Entrepreneurship Institute (OEI) at Iowa Lakeside Labs on West Lake Okoboji this August. They will be particiapting with students from Iowa's Regent's institutions in business management simulations, formulating venture capital proposals, and networking with Iowa Lakes area business leaders, financiers and entrepreneurs. Congratulations to each of you!- stan ullerich
Walker Receives Patent Approval
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 28, 2008
David Walker was granted Patent #7,316,580 B1 for his "Method and Apparatus for Fastener." The fastener and fastening system is designed to secure electrical plug connections in various applications, including theatrical ones.- Bethany Larson
Larson Tapped for Role in "Peacock"
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 28, 2008
Bethany Larson has been cast in a small speaking role in the film "Peacock," filming in Iowa in May and June. "Peacock" is directed by Michael Lander and will star Cillian Murphy and Ellen Page. The production company, Mandate Pictures, also produced "Juno" and "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium."- David Walker
Herbst Promoted to Director of Event Marketing
Employment
April 28, 2008
Dawn Herbst (BV '98) has been promoted to the position of Director of Event Marketing for United Healthcare, a division of United Health Group. Dawn is based in Chicago, Illinois and is supervises all United Healthcare domestic events.- Bethany Larson
Harwaths Employed in Film
Employment
April 28, 2008
Luke T. Harwath (BV '08) and Lindsey Harwath (BV '07) are currently employed as on-set production assistants for the film "South Dakota" currently being filmed in Earlham, Iowa. "South Dakota" is directed by Bruce Isacson and produced by Stephen Brown.- Bethany Larson
Social Work Program 2008 Grads Hired!
Employment
April 26, 2008
Congratulations to the following social work graduates who have accepted positions in the following agencies. Cassady Carter, as Program Manager for Sunshine Services, Inc. in Spencer, an agency providing services for adults with physical and mental disabilities. Amanda Catterson, Lutheran Services in Iowa, Waterloo office. Amanda will work with the Community Partnership for Protecting Children in Bremer, Butler, Franklin and Grundy counties. Melissa Lynch has accepted a position with Hope Haven, Inc. in Spencer as a Family Safety and Permanency Care Coordinator. Lori Sibbel has been hired as Service Coordinator for Creative Community Options in Ankeny, IA where she will provide case management services for people with traumatic brain injuries. Please join the social work faculty in congratulating these outstanding students as they enter the profession!- Ellen Holmgren
Ludy Appointed to Program Committee
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 25, 2008
Dr. Robbie Ludy, Professor of Special Education had been appointed to the 2009 program committee for the Division of International Special Education and Services (DISES) of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). She will assist in the review and selection of presentations for the 2009 conference which will be held in Seattle, WA. Approximately 5000 individuals attend the CEC conference each year. Dr. Ludy is one of only thee individuals from the United States to be placed on this committee for the coming year.- Robbie Ludy
History Students Present Papers at History Conference
Miscellaneous
April 25, 2008
Colt Cook and Adam Christians Present Research Papers Senior history majors Colt Cook and Adam Christians presented research papers at the 43rd Annual Phi Alpha Theta Student History Conference at the University of South Dakota on April 24. Colt presented his paper "The Only War He Could Fight: Robert E. Lee and the Civil War in Northern Virginia" and Adam presented "Japan's Manifest Destiny: The Growth of Japanese Imperialism". Colt and Adam did an outstanding job and both received high praise from history faculty from other institutions. Please congratulate them on their hard work and for achieving this outstanding intellectual accomplishment. - Dr. Feis and Dr. Bartholomew-Feis Cook Honored at Student History Conference Senior history major Colt Cook's research paper entitled "The Only War He Could Fight: Robert E. Lee and the Civil War in Northern Virginia" was selected by a faculty panel as the Best Paper in US History at the 43rd Annual Phi Alpha Theta Student History Conference at the University of South Dakota. This award is given by Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society for the best papers presented at regional conferences and to recognize excellence in historical research and writing. Over thirty papers were presented at the conference by students from Creighton, Northwestern, USD, SDSU, Augustana, University of Sioux Falls, and Southwest Minnesota State. Colt will attend the University of South Dakota next year to pursue graduate work in American history. Please congratulate Colt on his outstanding accomplishments! - Dr. Feis and Dr. Bartholomew-Feis- Dr. William B. Feis
Czyzewicz to pursue Ph.D.
Grad School Admissions
April 22, 2008
BVU senior Laurie Czyzewicz will begin the pursuit of her Ph.D. next year in the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences Program at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Laurie received a scholarship that will cover all of her tuition costs and will provide her with medical coverage and an annual stipend of over $25,000 per year. Please congratulate Laurie on this impressive accomplishment!- Brian Lenzmeier
Collins Admitted to University of Northern Iowa
Grad School Admissions
April 18, 2008
Jessica Collins has been admitted to and is planning to attend the graduate program in counseling at the University of Northern Iowa. Congratulations Jessica.- Jeanne Tinsley
Wen Publishes Research Paper
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 18, 2008
Dr. Lei Wen's paper, "The Implications of Loan Volume and Structure in Chinese Second-Tier Commercial Banks" is accepted for presentation at the IABE-2008 (International Academy of Business and Economics) at Las Vegas Annual Conference as well as for publication in International Journal of Business Research (IJBR) The International Journal of Business Research (IJBR) is a peer-reviewed journal listed in the Cabell's Directories of Refereed Publications 2003-08 Editions as well as in the Ulrich's International Periodicals Directory since 2002. The journal has the ISSN (ISSN: 1555-1296) and the Call Number (HD30.4.I584) issued by the Library of Congress, Washington. The IJBR is available online from the EBSCO Publishing and Gale Group/ Thomson Publishing.- Dr. LEI WEN
Johnson Employed at Camp Joy Hollow
Employment
April 18, 2008
A summer job working at a girl scout camp. The job title is camp counselor. I will be working to improve the lives of young girls and females at Camp Joy Hollow just above Sioux City.- Christina Johnson
Block Hired by Wright County Department of Human Services
Employment
April 16, 2008
Congratulations to senior social work student Nicole Block! Nicole has been hired by Wright County Department of Human Services and will hold the position of Social Worker II. Her work is to help improve the self sufficiency of families and children. The job will begin on May 16, 2008 in Clarion, IA. Please join the faculty and students of the social work program in congratulating Nicole!- Ellen Holmgren
Foreman and Gernhart to work on NSF chemistry research project
Employment
April 12, 2008
Congratulations to Keith Foreman and Zane Gernhart for being selected to work with Dr. Tim Ehler this summer on a National Science Foundation / Northern Plains Undergraduate Research Center funded research project. They will spend most of the summer at Buena Vista University doing research on the project "Organosulfur Self-Assembled Monolayers on Gallium Arsenide Using Sum-Frequency Generation." They will also travel with Dr. Ehler to Golden, Colorado, to spend a week or two doing research in a laboratory at the Colorado School of Mines.- Brian Lenzmeier
Coogan publishes research paper
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 12, 2008
Congratulations to Biology professor Dr. Melinda Coogan for the publication of her research manuscript "Snail bioaccumulation of triclocarban, triclosan, and methyl-triclosan in a North Texas wastewater treatment plant receiving stream." This paper was recently published in the journal Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry.- Brian Lenzmeier
Goodfriend Publishes Research Paper
Faculty/Staff Achievement
April 12, 2008
Congratulations to psychology professor Dr. Wind Goodfriend who just had an empirical journal article published with an undergraduate student from Boise State University. The article "Complementarity in Romantic Relationships: Constructs Involved in Individual and Partner Change" was published in the journal Modern Psychological Studies.- Brian Lenzmeier
Meier to Pursue Masters in Public Health
Grad School Admissions
April 12, 2008
Erin Meier has declined an opportunity to attend the University of South Dakota M.D. program to pursue her masters degree in public health at St. Louis University. Please congratulate Erin on her admission to one of the top 20 public health programs in the nation.- Brian Lenzmeier
Selk Accepted to University of Northern Iowa
Grad School Admissions
April 12, 2008
Congratulations to psychology student Kelli Selk, who has been accepted for the Masters of Social Work program at University of Northern Iowa. Great job Kelli!- Kelli Selk
Wagner Interns at Project Morry Camp
Internships
April 11, 2008
Andre' Wagner, a junior social work major has an internship this summer working in New York with Project Morry Camp. Project Morry is a year-round youth development organization that provides to each child a multi-year commitment anchored by a superb residential summer camp experience. The children, for whom these experiences would not otherwise be available, benefit from a network of support and gain increased social skills, enhanced self-esteem, positive core values and a greater sense of personal responsibility.- Andre' Wagner
Kehrli Accepts Position with New Conservatory Theatre Center
Employment
April 11, 2008
Krystal Kehrli, BV'07, has accepted a position with the New Conservatory Theatre Center in San Francisco to perform in the YouthAware production of "Gorgeous," a two-woman play that looks at how people think and feel about their bodies through time, and particularly how the media and peers affect how we feel about ourselves today. The play tours to middle schools in the San Francisco Bay area in May. It has long been Krystal's goal to work in childrens' theatre. In addition to performing in the play, Krystal will be leading post-performance discussions with young audiences. For more information about the New Conservatory Theatre or the YouthAware program and productions, go to http://www.nctcsf.org/index.html. Congratulations, Krystal!- Bethany Larson
International Day On Monday, April 14, 2008
Miscellaneous
April 11, 2008
Come join the showcasing of many countries around the world and their cultures represented by BVU students and faculty hosted by International Club. Sodexho Food Service will be serving food from international countries through out the day. From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM there will be tables outside the library with many countries like Philippines, Nepal, and Egypt. At 7:00 PM there will be performances in Dows representing the diversity in countries by dances and a fashion show. So please come and join us in seeing the world here in Buena Vista University.- Luis Ramirez
Kuefler Accepted into University of Alabama
Grad School Admissions
April 10, 2008
Congratulations to BVU senior Joe Kuefler who has accepted admission into the University of Alabama graduate school. Joe is a Media Studies/Spanish major, business minor who will be working on his Masters of Science in the Finance program in the Department of Economics, Finance and Legal Studies at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.- Bruce Ellingson
Thomas Accepted to University of Memphis
Grad School Admissions
April 9, 2008
Congratulations to psychology student Adrian Thomas, who has been accepted to the Masters in Counseling (with a specialization in Rehab Counseling) at the University of Memphis. Please tell her congratulations when you see her!- Adrian Thomas
Caspers Accepted to Five Graduate Programs
Grad School Admissions
April 9, 2008
Congratulations to psychology student Heather Caspers, who was accepted for five different graduate programs! She is currently making her final decisions regarding which program she will attend next year. Please tell her congratulations when you see her, and everyone in the psychology program is very proud!- Heather Caspers
Wical Receives Honorable Mention
Employment
April 8, 2008
As one of 510 national applicants, Todd Wical received an Honorable Mention from the Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy. This foundation was authorized by Congress in 1992 to honor Congressman Udall's legacy of public service, and for 2008, 80 scholarships and 51 honorable mentions were awarded. The Udall press release is available via the following link: http://www.udall.gov/udall.asp?link 105- Melinda Coogan
Anderson Accepts Full-Time Position at Wells Fargo
Employment
April 7, 2008
Financial Chelsea Anderson, a senior marketing major has accepted a full-time position as Credit Manager with Wells Fargo Financial in West Des Moines, Iowa. After completing her course work earlier this semester, Chelsea began her new job on March 20th. Please join us in congratulating Chelsea on her accomplishment. Her new email address is Anderson.Chelsea@principal.com- Chelsea Anderson
Congratulations! Amber Andrews Accepted to University of Minnesota Medical Program
Grad School Admissions
April 6, 2008
Please join me in congratulating Ms. Amber Andrews for standing out from thousands of applicants and being admitted to the highly competitive University of Minnesota Medical School. This an outstanding academic achievement, and Amber deserves to be recognized for all of her hard work and determination. GREAT JOB AMBER! Dr. Robert Dunbar- Robert Dunbar
BVU Summer Science Research Winners
Employment
April 6, 2008
Congratulations to Grant Turner and Todd Wical, who have been awarded summer science research grants from BVU for the summer of 2008. Their selection was based on a competitive process which included a review of thoroughly documented research proposals developed and submitted by the student applicants. Mr. Turner will be working with Dr. Robb Dunbar on imaging effects of propofol on hippocampal GABA-a receptors. Mr. Wical will work with Dr. Melinda Coogan to investigate and model Escherichia coli, nitrate, and phosphate levels within Outlet Creek, Iowa.- Benjamin Donath
Students to Present at Iowa Academy of Sciences
Miscellaneous
April 6, 2008
Twenty-five Buena Vista University students were selected to present their research findings at the Iowa Academy of Sciences Annual meeting on April 11th and 12th in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Please congratulate Kyle Glienke, Alex Hangartner, Josh Gerrietts, James Alstott, Sam Arentson, Andy Demers, Geoff Wrenn, Todd Wical, Zane Gernhart, Sarah Colvin, Amanda Dorale, Amber Andrews, Amy Lorenzen, Rachael Muhs, Andrea Ahrendsen, Abby McDonald, Ally Eymann, Erin Meier, Nyssa Moulds, Crystal Redman, Kelsey Vacha, Jessica Warneke, Jessica Weismann, Katie McQuiston and Jess Lytle for having their abstracts accepted and for choosing to attend the meeting. Professors Coogan, Dunbar, Ehler, Hampton, Lampe and Lenzmeier and post-doctoral fellow Cozine are the research sponsors for these students.- Brian Lenzmeier
Collins Accepted to Graduate Program
Grad School Admissions
April 3, 2008
Jessica Collins, Psychology major, has been accepted into the graduate program at the University of Northern Iowa where she will study School Counseling. Bravo, Jessica!- Elizabeth Lamoureux
Hernandez Accepted into Graduate Program at Texas Tech
Grad School Admissions
April 3, 2008
Emilio Hernandez, Communication Studies major, has been accepted to the graduate program at Texas Tech University where he will study Communication Studies with a focus on Interpersonal and Family Communication. He has also been awarded a teaching assistantship. Congratulations, Emilio!- Elizabeth Lamoureux
Abby McDonald Awarded Prestigious Graduate Fellowship
Grad School Admissions
April 2, 2008
Abby McDonald was recently awarded a 3M Fellowship to pursue her Ph.D. in Molecular, Cellular and Structural Biology (MCSB program) at the University of Minnesota. Abby was awarded a full tuition waiver and a departmental annual stipend of $24,500. In addition to her normal stipend, Abby will receive an extra $26,000 in salary from 3M that will be spread out over four years. Please congratulate Abby on an exceptional achievement!- Brian Lenzmeier
Eymann Awarded Research Fellowship
Employment
April 2, 2008
Ally Eymann has been selected through a competitive process to participate in the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Summer Undergraduate Research Program. Ally will be paid this summer to carry out 10 weeks of research in the internal medicine program in the area of Gastroenterology/Hepatology. Congratulations Ally!- Brian Lenzmeier
Josh Abel Awarded Nature Conservancy Internship
Internships
April 1, 2008
Josh Abel has been accepted as an intern in The Nature Conservancy 2008 Summer Conservation Intern Scholarship Program. Josh will be working in restoring Iowa's natural ecosystems on Conservancy sites and in removing invasive and exotic species. For his efforts, Josh will receive $3500, food and lodging. Congratulations to Josh.- Brian Lenzmeier
Buelt Accepts Full-Time Position at Breda Savings Bank
Employment
March 28, 2008
Nick Buelt, a senior finance and banking major, has accepted a full-time position at Breda Savings Bank in his hometown of Breda, Iowa. Nick will begin at Breda Savings Bank following graduation this May. Nick recently completed an internship at Breda Savings Bank during interim. Please join us in congratulating Nick on his accomplishment.- Nick Buelt
Hopkins Hired by KTIV
Employment
March 28, 2008
BVU senior Allissa Hopkins has accepted a position with KTIV, the NBC television affiliate in Sioux City, Iowa. Allissa has been hired as a general assignment news reporter with the station and will work part-time until graduation in May when she will transition to full time work. Watch for Allissa's work on KTIV Channel 4 News. Congratulations, Allissa!- Jamii Claiborne
Becker Featured in Des Moines Register
Miscellaneous
March 28, 2008
Congratulations to BVU junior Rachel Becker who was recently featured in the Sunday Des Moines Register. Rachel is a media studies major and English minor, and the Register article told the story of her college accomplishments and professional journalism aspirations. Read the article at http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID 2008803230330.- Jamii Claiborne
Smith Accepted in Masters Program at Jane Addams College of Social Work
Grad School Admissions
March 27, 2008
Please join me in congratulating Dawnielle Smith! She has been accepted into the Master of Social Work degree program at the Jane Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The MSW program prepares students for advanced social work practice in five concentrations: mental health, health, child and family services, school social work, and community and administrative practice. The mission of Jane Addams College of Social Work is to educate professional social workers and provide leadership in the development and implementation of policies and services on behalf of the poor, the oppressed, racial and ethnic minorities, and other at-risk urban populations. The College continues to carry out the mission of Jane Addams and the Hull House movement, with its commitment to social, racial, and economic justice. Congratulations Dawnielle!- Peter Steinfeld
Hayek Admitted to University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Grad School Admissions
March 26, 2008
BVU Senior Jamie Hayek has been admitted to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduate program beginning next fall. She will pursue her master's degree in Statistics. Congratulations Jamie, you did it!- Jamie Hayek
Weismann Awarded Summer Research Fellowship
Employment
March 26, 2008
Jessica Weismann was awarded a paid undergraduate research fellowship at the University of Iowa. Jessica will spend 10 weeks this summer carrying out research in a laboratory in the Cell and Molecular Biology Department. Congratulations Jessica!- Brian Lenzmeier
Marshall Earns Internship from Children's Theatre Education Internship
Internships
March 25, 2008
Leah Marshall, a Theatre and English Education major, has received a paid internship for this summer from the Children's Theatre Education Internship at Spencer Community Theatre. Leah will be responsible for creating and implementing the children's theatre educational programming within the guidelines of the current curricula. She will serve as Production Manager for the younger children's theatre production, implement subsidiary educational workshops, give tours to touring children's theatre groups, and work with parents of the children's theatre group. Through this internship, Leah was also offered the position of Director for the Young Children's Production of "AristoCats." Congratulations Leah!- Leah Marshall
Berlin and Hemingson to Present at Conference
Miscellaneous
March 22, 2008
Katie Berlin and Danielle Hemingson, have been selected to present their research at the Mid-American Athletic Training Association's District Meeting on April 18 and 19. Katie and Danielle will present their work on NCAA institutions and compliance with the American Heart Association's recommendations for pre-participation screenings. Congratulations to Katie and Danielle for being selected to present their research!- Danelle Smith
Nagel to attend biostatistics summer institute
Employment
March 22, 2008
Congratulations to BVU sophomore Kayla Nagel. She was recently selected through a highly competitive process to participate in the University of Wisconsin Madison Summer Institute in Biostatistics. While in Madison Kayla will take part in a comprehensive six-week program for undergraduates in math and the quantitative sciences that introduces principles and applications of statistical methods in biomedical research. Kayla's tuition, room and board, and textbooks are paid for through a grant from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.- Brian Lenzmeier
Andy Demers awarded NSF fellowship
Employment
March 19, 2008
Congratulations to Andy Demers! He was awarded a paid National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates Fellowship to carry out research this summer in the Redox Biochemistry program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.- Brian Lenzmeier
Sandra Smith admitted to UCLA graduate program
Grad School Admissions
March 12, 2008
Sandra Smith has been accepted into the University of California, Los Angeles' Master of Fine Arts in Acting program for the fall of 2008. UCLA's program is one of the most prestigious in the country, accepting only 12 students a year. Congratulations, Sandra, for this remarkable achievement!- Bethany Larson
Students Participate in Iowa Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference
Miscellaneous
March 11, 2008
This past weekend, BVU students Colleen Gerow, Amber Jackson, Samantha Jackson, Laura Langesen and Anadin Tokmic participated in the Iowa Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference and State Competitions in Cedar Falls. State PBL Vice President Amber Jackson finished first in both Business Communications and Management Analysis & Decision Making and fourth in Job Interviewing. Colleen Gerow placed third in Information Management. Samantha Jackson placed first in Macroeconomics, second in Microeconomics and fourth in Financial Analysis & Decision Making. Laura Langesen placed first in Accounting for Professionals, first in Accounting Analysis & Decision Making and fourth in Statistical Analysis. Anadin Tokmic placed first in both International Business and Economic Analysis & Decision Making. Congratulations to these PBL members on jobs well done!- Stan Ullerich, SSOB- Stan Ullerich
Sarah Colvin to do research at St. Jude Children's Hospital
Employment
March 9, 2008
Congratulations to Sarah Colvin! Sarah has been awarded a paid fellowship at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee where she will carry out research in the laboratory of Dr. Sharyn Baker. Sarah will be working in the area of the pharmacokinetics of anti-cancer agents in children.- Brian Lenzmeier
Dan Zieg to attend law school
Grad School Admissions
March 9, 2008
BVU senior Dan Zieg has been admitted to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Law for the fall 2008 semester. Please congratulate Dan on this significant academic accomplishment.- Brian Lenzmeier
Students Present Their Research at Midwest Psychological Association Conference
Miscellaneous
March 7, 2008
Students from Dr. Blodgett's Capstone in Psychology class will be presenting their research at the Midwest Psychological Association conference in May.- Bob Blodgett
Steckleberg Presents Paer to Midwestern Economics Association Meetings
Miscellaneous
March 7, 2008
Jennifer Steckleberg, Senior Business Economics and Finance & Banking double major, will be presenting her paper entitled "Can Success be Bought?" An In-Depth Look at Professional Sports Leagues" at the Midwestern Economics Association meetings in Chicago being held 14-15 March. The acceptance of her paper for presentation culminates research efforts she began during the fall semester.- Stan Ullerich
Eischeid Accepted In Undergraduate Internship Program
Internships
March 7, 2008
Congratulations to psychology student Angie Eischeid, who has been accepted for a paid summer internship. She will participate in the Research Experience for Undergraduates program at Western Kentucky University, doing research with Dr. Kathi Miner-Rubino.- Angela Eischeid
Wheeler Presents Business Plan
Miscellaneous
March 7, 2008
Brock Wheeler, Senior Managment and Finance & Banking double major, presented his business plan before a panel of judges at the Pappajohn New Venture Business Plan Competition in Mason City. Brock's business proposal, Intellectual Giants, was lauded by the judges and has been advanced to the statewide John Pappajohn New Venture Competition in Des Moines on Thursday 28 March. Congratulations and best wishes, Brock.- Stan Ullerich
Dr. Ehler Awarded National Science Foundation Fellowship for Undergraduate Research
Faculty/Staff Achievement
March 6, 2008
Congratulations to Dr. Tim Ehler, Associate Professor of Chemistry. His grant application "Study of Organosulfur Self-Assembled Monolayers on Gallium Arsenide Using Sum-Frequency Generation" was funded by the National Science Foundation / Northern Plains Undergraduate Research Center. The grant will provide funding for Dr. Ehler and two students and will cover the costs of research supplies and travel and will provide the students with a stipend for the summer of 2008.- Brian Lenzmeier
Haack and Schubert Present Research
Miscellaneous
March 1, 2008
Congratulations to the School of Education students, Alicia Haack and Lacey Schubert, who sucessfully presented their action research papers together with Dr. Katya Koubek at Iowa Culture and Language Conference in Des Moines, Iowa. The topic of the presentation was "From Research to Practice: Stories from ESL Practicum."- Dr. Katya Koubek
Nikki Fulk to Pursue Doctorate at Creighton University
Grad School Admissions
March 1, 2008
Congratulations to Nikki Fulk. She will pursue her doctorate in occupational therapy at Creighton University beginning next fall.- Brian Lenzmeier
Todd Wical to Present Research Project
Miscellaneous
February 29, 2008
Todd Wical has been invited to present his Raccoon River Watershed research project to the Raccoon River Watershed Association Board Members, Group Chairs, and community members in Des Moines on Saturday, March 1. The meeting will be held at DMACC with the focus being the aquatic health of this important watershed. Todd will be one of nine other conservationists, naturalists, professors, and governmental representatives who will also present data on the health of the Raccoon River.- Todd Wical
Lytle Admitted to Creighton University Nursing Program
Grad School Admissions
February 26, 2008
Congratulations to Jessica Lytle. She has been admitted to Creighton University's Accelerated Nursing Program and will begin her studies there in August- Brian Lenzmeier
Arentson to Pursue Ph.D
Grad School Admissions
February 26, 2008
Congratulations to Ben Arentson! Next fall he will begin working toward a Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He received a full tuition waiver and will receive a monthly stipend to pursue his studies.- Brian Lenzmeier
Psychology Students to Present at Conference
Employment
February 22, 2008
Congratulations to the many Psychology students who have been accepted to present at the annual Midwestern Psychological Association's conference in Chicago! These students will travel to Chicago in May and present the research they have completed this year with Dr. Goodfriend. The students who will be presenting are: Jerica Wild, Sarah Maslonka, Gabrielle Patterson, Crystal Avon, Heather Caspers, Maurita Gholston, Adrian Thomas, Trevor Urich, Angie Eischeid, and Kelli Selk.- Wind Goodfriend
Flint Selected for Summer Program
Employment
February 11, 2008
Congratulations to BVU sophomore Jennifer Flint. Jennifer was selected to attend the highly competitive Summer Medical and Dental Education Program at University of Nebraska Medical Center. This program is designed to identify, recruit, and assist future dentists and doctors through a comprehensive 6 week summer experience for talented freshman and sophomores. The overall goal of the program is to provide each scholar the navigation tools necessary to reach their current and future goals.- Brian Lenzmeier
Wyatt to PursueDoctor of Physical Therapy Degree
Grad School Admissions
February 11, 2008
Congratulations to BVU senior Sarah Wyatt. Next fall she will be pursuing her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree at the Des Moines University College of Health Sciences.- Brian Lenzmeier
Spitz to Pursue Doctor of Optometry Degree
Grad School Admissions
February 5, 2008
Congratulations to BVU senior Melissa Spitz, who will be pursuing her Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree at Illinois College of Optometry beginning next August!- Brian Lenzmeier