A publication for alumni and friends of Aultman College

Fall/Winter 2012

OH, THE PLACES YOU WILL GO ~

WITH YOUR AULTMAN COLLEGE EDUCATION

Aultman College Celebrates Educators!

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STORY

Inside This Issue FALL 2012

Preparation for Bachelor’s Level Programming Continues

The college will be seeking permission from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) this November to offer a BSN degree completion program with the possibility of other bachelor’s level health degrees in the future. In addition, the college is currently in the process of investigating online course offerings. Two courses are being piloted in a hybrid format this fall. Hybrid courses meet face to face once a week and complete other course work online. The courses are:

• Introduction to Psychology

• Language of Medicine

Dr. Stephen Graef, psychology instructor and faculty member spearheading our hybrid course offerings shared his enthusiasm about this advancement. “This is an exciting time to be a student at Aultman College. We recognized that online education is the wave of the future and that our students, who are functioning not only as students, but as working adults and parents, can benefit from increased autonomy and flexibility. Meeting in the classroom less and putting the responsibility of learning in the hands of the students fulfills the needs for flexibility and autonomy! It’s really great stuff!”

The President’s AddressPresident Crowl

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go...”

love this quote from the famous Dr. Seuss book, Oh, the Places You’ll Go! It certainly has application throughout the college at this time. First, it is the theme

that we have chosen for our visit from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) this fall. Using ideas from Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, we were able to develop our time lines and schedules for everything we want to showcase during our upcoming accreditation visit. Secondly, it brings to mind the many students who have earned their education from Aultman College and are now working to change the landscape of health care in our world. Our alumni have illustrated time and again the amazing things they are capable of achieving after leaving the halls of Aultman College. We hear their stories and see their impact and we are motivated to continue carefully crafting health science programs that will produce leaders in our world.

With that in mind, we are beginning a series of feature stories for the Connection paying tribute to our amazing alumni. We draw on Dr. Seuss’s idea because, as you will see, our alumni are deciding to go many places and fulfill many roles. Over the next several issues we will highlight those graduates who have taken their Aultman College foundation and used it to become educators, administrators and excellent caregivers. In this issue we honor the educators, those who have committed themselves to preparing the next generation of health care professionals.

It is my hope that their stories will influence and inspire you, and perhaps shape your future as well.

Sincerely,

Rebecca J. Crowl, President

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Campus Happenings

Accolades

Oh, the places you’ll go with your Aultman College education

Letter from your newly elected Alumni President, Tina Biasella

Alumnus Spotlight

Save the Dates!

Alumni Notes

“…You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so…get on your way!”

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Aultman College faculty and staff teamed up to play softball on a steamy Sunday in support of Relay for Life! The Student Team took home the victory with a score of 18-12 and $50 was raised toward the college team goal.

Commencement

Celebration!Eleventh Graduating Class

Enjoys Pinning and Graduation

The eleventh graduating class of Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences participated in commencement ceremonies May 11 at R.G. Drage Technical Career Center. After pinning, students enjoyed a reception before readying for commencement. During the graduation ceremony, Kathy Tschiegg (’78), founder and executive director of Central American Medical Outreach, inspired graduates to apply their knowledge for the benefit of the people in their care.

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President Crowl and Faculty Member Dianne Gibbs Smile With Students During Teacher Appreciation Week

The Aultman College Student Nurse Association and other members of the student body showed appreciation for their faculty members through gifts, surprises and some unique and fun accolades during National Teacher Appreciation Week. Honors were given in such categories as best hair, best dressed and more.

A team from Aultman College visited the Refuge of Hope Friday, August 10 for a day of service in our community. Vice President of External Affairs, Vi Leggett, who oversees the college’s service learning efforts organized the day. “Refuge of Hope was such a wonderful place for the college to visit and volunteer,” said Leggett, “We were unaware that such an amazing and impactful place was operating so close to us.” Team members prepared and served the lunch meal.Refuge of Hope (ROH) is a Christian based rescue mission with two ministries located in downtown. Through their meal ministry, they will serve nearly 60,000 meals in 2012 to the hungry in Stark County. They also run a 34-bed men’s emergency shelter. ROH is supported by area churches of various denominations, individuals, businesses, foundations and other such civic-minded organizations. All of their provided services are free of charge.

Members of the Aultman College Team Prepare Silverware for Upcoming Meals

at Refuge of Hope

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Campus happenings

Student vs. Faculty Softball Game

Faculty and Staff Serve in the Community

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

Camp Scrubs Visits the WOW Van

CAMP SCRUBS BURSTING AT THE SEAMS! In only its second year, Camp Scrubs was held twice this past summer due to such high interest and excitement generated by the experience. More than 70 middle-school students enrolled and attended the camp, which is a partnership between Aultman College and Stark State. The week-long camp invites students who are interested in a health sciences career to participate in lessons such as CPR training, cow eye dissection, tour of the emergency department and pharmacy, and the opportunity to visit the helipad, located on the roof of the Bedford building. Aultman College Community Education (ACCE) is already planning for at least two more sessions in 2013!

Camp Scrubs Students Experience the Helipad

AULTMAN COLLEGE CHARTERS

LAMBDA NU CHAPTER

Aultman College became a chapter (Ohio Gamma) of Lambda Nu, a national honor society for the radiologic and imaging services on December 8, 2011. Bylaws were formally approved on May 23, 2012. To be eligible to join the Ohio Gamma chapter of Lambda Nu, students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.6 and have completed at least 5 credit hours in the ASR program at Aultman College. The chapter inducted its first group of students this fall. The advisor for the organization is Radiography faculty member, Bonnie Link. There are currently 127 Lambda Nu Chapters in 41 states with new charters being issued every month. To learn more about Lambda Nu, visit www.lambdanu.org.

Igniting an Interest in Science!

First Time Aully’s Open Team and Co-Winners (L-R) Christine Donato,

Jennifer Jones, Jennifer Spoonemore, Nicole Thorn

HIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION TO

VISIT AULTMAN COLLEGE

FACULTY AND STAFF GEAR UP FOR RE-ACCREDITATION

It has been a long time coming and we are excited for the November visit of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). According to their website, the HLC is an independent corporation and one of two commission members of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The Higher Learning Commission accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the North Central region. This voluntary process provides assurance to students that they are receiving a high quality education. Alumni and friends of the college will play an important role in the re-accreditation, as they may be asked to participate in a town hall type meeting with the HLC surveyors during their visit. If you are interested in joining us during the HLC visit, please contact Kelly Hettinger at 330-363-1178.

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Veteran Team (L-R) Anne Gunther, Lori Mertes, Kathy Zimmer, Liz Getz

Amid warnings of bad weather, college faculty, staff and friends gathered for the fifth annual Aultman College women’s golf outing, dubbed Aully’s Open. The 9-hole golf scramble hosted Aug. 14 at Wilkshire Golf Club in Bolivar was played in bright sunshine despite the storm warnings that preceded the event. A shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. took place after team registration and continental breakfast sponsored by Gemini Bicycle Center. Lunch at Georgio’s Grille followed the event courtesy of AultCare. Door prizes and additional prizes for closest to the pin, longest putt, longest drive and more were awarded during lunch. Once the final scores were tallied, there were not one, but three teams finishing in first place with a score of one under par. Aultman College extends a special thank you to John and Carole Easterday(‘62), who through their generous donation of the golf at Wilkshire, make this event possible. The proceeds from Aully’s Open benefit the 1892 Campaign, which provides scholarships for deserving Aultman College students.

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Campus happenings

Gals in “Full Swing” in Support of 1892 Campaign

Scrubs

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Campus Accomplishments

Jo Ann Weinland, MSN, RN, ACNS-BChas Article Published Jo Ann Weinland, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC has added another published article to her growing list. She collaborated with Dr. Rosanna Hess, from Malone University, and co-authored the article titled The Life-Changing Impact of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: An Analysis of Online Postings for the American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing.

This is the sixth article that Jo Ann has had published. “I think it is important to continue the learning process,” says Weinland, “Investigating topics and producing articles is a means of sharpening my skills as an educator.” Weinland has been a faculty member at Aultman College since 2001. She is currently the instructor for the Nursing 250 course, enrolled in a doctorate program at NOVA Southeastern University and is participating as a member of the steering committees for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Ohio Board of Regents (OBR) accreditation visits. Congratulations Jo Ann!

Hess,R., & Weinland, J. (2012,July/Aug). The life-changing impact of peripartum cardiomyopathy: An analysis of online postings. The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing, 37:4

Instructor Steve Graef Earns his DoctorateStephen Graef, psychology instructor at Aultman College, was recently hooded at the University of Akron’s doctoral graduation. Dr. Graef began at Aultman College as an adjunct faculty member in August 2010. One year later, he transitioned to a part time instructor and accepted the position of interim director of the general education division in April of this year. This fall, Dr. Graef is an instructor for one of Aultman College’s first hybrid offered courses. Psychology 111 is offered in a course that meets once per week for face time, but is taught primarily on-line beginning this semester. The college is fortunate to have Steve on staff and looks forward to exciting things from this dynamic doctor! Congratulations, Steve!

Instructors Theresa Benzel and Debbie Hyde “Hop the Pond” for a Course in Nursing LeadershipTheresa Benzel, assistant professor, and Debra Hyde, adjunct faculty member, traveled to the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands over the summer as part of Walsh University’s Advanced Leadership in Clinical Practice course. The goal of the Utrecht course (Nursing Leadership in an International Context) was to bring together nurses from around the world to create a unique perspective on leadership skills necessary for healthcare in the 21st century. Benzel, Hyde and other U.S. nurses spent two weeks with fellow nurses from Australia, Denmark, Holland, South Korea, Turkey and Zambia. The group visited local hospitals and delved into topics such as quality, nursing care plans and clinical practice, palliative care and health care systems. “It was a really wonderful experience and pretty eye-opening,” said Benzel. “I came home feeling proud of our standards of care, but also with some thoughts about how some international practices might benefit the U.S. health care system.” Benzel and Hyde are both students in Walsh’s Doctorate of Nursing Practice.

College Faculty Accept New Roles

Gibbs Leads ASN ProgramAultman College welcomes Dianne Gibbs (’77) to the role of program director of the Associate of Science in nursing degree program. Gibbs has been a member of the Aultman College faculty team since 2006. Prior to that, she served as unit manager in the transitional care unit at Aultman Woodlawn. Please congratulate Dianne!

Dr. Jean Paddock Named Interim Chief Academic OfficerAultman College welcomes Jean Paddock to the role of interim chief academic officer. Jean has been a member of the Aultman College faculty since 2007, where she has worked as a chemistry instructor, as well as the director of the general education division. Jean’s hard work and great attitude will complement the college and our students in her new role. Great job Jean!

Nursing Student Jennifer Guthrie Places in Student Writing ContestNursing student Jennifer Guthrie took third place in the Non-Clinical Topic category of the Ohio Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OOADN) Student Writing Contest. According to Jennifer, she entered the contest somewhat spontaneously after being told about it in her NRS 100 course. Jennifer’s essay, entitled “Her End, My Beginning” is a touching tribute to how her grandmother’s support and strength in both life and death has impacted Jennifer’s commitment to reaching her goal of becoming a nurse. Jennifer will receive a certificate and a cash prize for her winning entry. Growing up as a “Navy Brat,” Jennifer’s life has been profoundly impacted by the military service of those closest to her. After becoming an RN, she hopes to possibly find an avenue to work with soldiers or veterans. “I am incredibly proud of my family’s contribution and to every service member who has given what I could not,” said Jennifer. “I was unable to join myself, but if there is some way that I can still serve through support of active duty members or veterans, it would just about make my life complete.” Congratulations Jennifer!

Tara Gross Named OSRT Student InternRadiography student Tara Gross has been named a Student Intern for the Ohio Society of Radiology Technologists. The OSRT Student Intern Program began in 2005 with an inaugural group of eight student interns from across the state. This program allows students to gain insight and to provide valuable input on health policy issues, educational issues and organizational operations that affect radiologic science students and professionals throughout Ohio. Tara, who is one of four students working with the OSRT this year, will be serving on the Foundation Board of the organization.

Student Successes

Perri Bomar (‘62) remembers that it was her dream to become a nurse and that the idea of pursuing nursing education didn’t come along until later. “Through reflection, I began to realize that the role of a nurse educator was a way to stay involved in clinical nursing and take part in the preparation of the next

generation of nurses.” Perri, who worked for 10 years as a

nurse prior to becoming an educator, says that she never really left the nursing profession, only the role of staff nursing. “Nurse Educators must be excellent clinicians to educate and supervise nursing students who provide safe and compassionate care. Throughout my career as a clinical instructor, academic faculty and researcher, I kept abreast of changes in clinical nursing and my specialty by regular participation in patient care, attending varied professional conferences and reading.” After a forty year career in nursing education, she recalls that it was an Aultman executive who gave her the encouragement. “My path to a career in nursing education began when Mrs Rhodes, dietician for Aultman Hospital, encouraged me to pursue my high school dream of

becoming a nurse and introduced me to the director of the Aultman Hospital School of Nursing, Mrs Phelps. The faculty at Aultman Hospital School of Nursing were encouraging and dedicated nurse educators who inspired students to do their best. They also instilled in us a love and pride for the nursing profession. A few years after graduation from Aultman School of Nursing, I began to inquire about roles where I could work hours that were more compatible with my children’s school schedule. A position in nursing education presented itself, however a master’s degree was required. Around the same time the University of Akron began to offer credit courses towards achieving a bachelor’s degree. Thus, my journey toward the role of a nurse educator was launched.” Perri earned a BSN from the University of Akron, a MSN from Case Western Reserve and PhD from the University of Akron. She has taught in three states and Japan and currently resides in North Carolina. Perri returned in April of this year for her fifty year class reunion.

“My hope for the future generations,” says Bomar, “is that they are professionals who have the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to provide safe, culturally component healthcare to diverse cultures of local, regional, national and global individuals, families and communities.”

Lorraine Drake(’68) says that when she delivered her first lecture she had never considered a career as an educator, but enjoyed the experience so much that it became a catalyst that would eventually lead to a career change. “My first teaching experience occurred in 1970 while working as a radiation therapist at Aultman. I was requested to provide a lecture for the student radiographers to introduce

them to the field of radiation therapy. I was to give them a brief overview of the physics, radiation biology and treatment plans involved. I remember liking the experience, although I had never thought about being an educator at that time.” Lorraine enjoyed teaching so much, in fact, that when an opportunity presented itself the following year to take up the role of educating radiography students, she embraced it. “In 1971, when the position of program director for the Aultman School of Radiologic Technology opened, the job was offered to me. I was not working at Aultman at the time, but wanted to “come back home”. This presented the perfect opportunity of a new career challenge that would span 13 years as program director. Ironically, for someone who never envisioned becoming an educator, I found teaching quite gratifying. Knowing that my teaching methods and educational philosophy provided an opportunity for students to learn to become competent radiographers, and thus make a positive impact in patient care, was most gratifying,” says Drake. While employed at Aultman, Lorraine also studied at Kent State University, Malone University and Northeastern University. “During the second half of my career I moved into management, seeking a different challenge but I realized education was the niche in which I felt most fulfilled so I transitioned to a position that combined both leadership and education.” Lorraine is currently the manager of staff development & process improvement for Radiology at Summa Health System in Akron.

Lorraine has made significant contributions to the field of Radiography throughout her career and looks forward to students today doing the same. “It is my hope that future generations of health science professionals will recognize this need and carry their profession to even greater heights of accomplishment.”

Educator of a Lifetime- Roslyn Messerly

Roslyn Messerly, (’47) our educator of a lifetime, has a commitment to education that has shaped quality caregivers for over forty years. Roz remembers that she was always educating, even as a new nurse in the operating room immediately after graduation. When Roz left Aultman in 1971, she was the director of the Operating

Room, Recovery Room and Intensive Care Unit and had been educating surgical nurses her entire career. She accepted the director position of the Associate of Science in nursing (ASN) program at Kent State University, Tuscarawas campus, where she stayed for 18 years until her retirement in 1988, at which time she became a professor emeritus. During her time before retirement Roz also stayed busy as a member of the Stark County Nurses Association, Ohio Nurses Association, American Nurses Association and National League of Nurses. After retirement, her need to teach was fulfilled in the form of project director of an interdisciplinary research study aimed at healthcare for the elderly. Roslyn has been an active member of the Aultman College Alumni Association since she graduated in 1947. She is also a charter member of the Aultman College board of directors and remains active on the college board today, using her influence and experience to help shape the future of Aultman College.

“My hope for future generations of health science professionals is that they will keep up the dedication,” says Messerly. “They need to never lose sight of the fact that we are all here for the patient and that means staying both as competent and as current as we can be.”

lbert Einstein once said that “it is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” At Aultman College, we believe it takes a special person to accept such a responsibility and we have found that many of those special people got their start right here. We have had the pleasure of discovering some of the amazing things that our alumni are doing after they leave the halls of Aultman College. Armed with their training and filled with a feeling of success, they began their journey into a career, which in some case included preparing future caregivers. In this issue of Connection, it is our honor to salute the educators, those alumni who have committed themselves to preparing the next generation of health care professionals.

Oh, the Places You Will Go - With Your Aultman College Education

Aultman College Celebrates Educators!

Perri J. Bomar, Ph.D.,RN

Lorraine Drake,ARRT, RT, (R) ,(T), BA

Roslyn Messerly, RN, BSN

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Fundraising

Fundraising efforts focused on raising money for student scholarships and the Door to Discovery campaign, which supports completion of three science laboratories.

Highlights:•More than 100 hospital and community members attended Hard Hats and Hypotheses: An Evening

of Discovery, a science-theme party held in the science lab shell space. The event resulted in donations of more than $50,000 to the Door to Discovery campaign.

• Students, faculty, and alumni connected during phone-a-thons held in November and March. Generous alumni contributed approximately $3,000 to the college.

• The Fred F. Silk Foundation awarded the college a grant for the Silk Microbiology Lab, projected to be completed in 2012-2103.

• The fourth annual Aultman College Women’s Golf Scramble had a record number of golfers and raised more than $6,000.

Community

With a vision of educating exceptional health care professionals who positively impact society, community engagement is a priority at Aultman College.

Highlights:•Aultman College Community Education (ACCE) increased CPR, babysitter training, and Camp

Scrubs offerings to meet community demand. In collaboration with Stark State, ACCE held two sessions of the week-long Camp Scrubs. Approximately 60 middle school students participated in hands-on activities focused on science and health care careers.

• Faculty and staff supported the successful relationship with Canton Local Schools by assisting with science activities for fifth and sixth graders.

• Students participated in multiple fundraising walks, Special Olympics, blood drives, food drives, and other volunteer activities as part of their service learning requirement for graduation.

• In conjunction with the United Way Women’s Leadership Council, the college hosted more than 40 high school juniors and seniors for the second annual Get Connected event. Students practiced networking with volunteer professionals and participated in hands-on health sciences activities.

• Faculty and staff teamed up to box nearly 1,000 pounds of elbow macaroni during a morning of volunteering at the Akron Canton Regional Foodbank.

Aultman College students help prepare the venue for the Special Olympics.

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Journey To Independence

Completion of the first science lab in December 2011 marked an important milestone in Aultman College’s plan to teach all general education courses and offer all student support services on campus.

Highlights:• The Learning Resource Center expanded in

staff, space and services, welcoming a new academic advisor, adding tutoring subjects and hours, and increasing workshop offerings and learning resources.

• The college hired an academic librarian, expanded library collections, and enhanced research assistance and information literacy instruction to students.

•Chemistry and microbiology courses were taught on campus in 2011-2012 by Aultman College faculty. This meant that more than 80% of students were able to take all of their courses on the Aultman College campus, a preference indicated in student satisfaction surveys.

Dr. Jean Paddock shares her passion for science education with Hard Hat party attendees.

Golfers prepare to head out to the course for the Aultman College Women’s 9-Hole Scramble.

Students get to work during the first on-campus microbiology lab.

The LRC expanded study space and tutoring services.

Dr. Shannon Helfinstine teaches Aultman Hospital CEO Ed Roth how to extract DNA from a strawberry.

In September, Aultman College released its 2011-2012 Annual Report. The report highlights statistics and activities from the 2011-2012 academic year, as well as progress on the college’s strategic goals. The Annual Report is available on the ‘About Us’ tab of the Aultman College website. If you would like a printed copy mailed to your home, please call 330-363-6347.

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Aultman College Publishes 2011-2012 Annual Report

Annual Report Highlights Donor Support for the College

At Aultman College, we recognize our donors in many ways, including leaves and stones on our Giving Tree, naming opportunities for our facilities and a listing in the Annual Report. Your contribution can provide financial assistance to a deserving student or fund the completion of science lab facilities. We are proud to be educating the health care professionals of the future. You can help us ensure that our community is served by qualified and dedicated caregivers for years to come through a tax-deductible donation. For more details on naming opportunities, call Vi Leggett at 330-363-6183.

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Alumni news2011-2012

Annual Report

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Meet the Newly Elected Aultman College Alumni Association Board Members

Letter from the President of the Aultman College Alumni Association

Tina Biasella

Greetings alumni and friends! I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful and relaxing summer. It is hard to believe the fall season is upon us and before we know it, we will be wrapping up 2012. Time flies when you’re having fun!

As the newly elected president for the Aultman College Alumni Association, I want to share

a little about myself for those of you who may not know me. I am a proud graduate of the Aultman Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1999. I was fortunate to begin my career right after graduation at Aultman Hospital in the MICU where I provided bedside patient care. I transferred to CVSICU where I worked as a staff nurse, then patient care specialist and finally as unit director. I continued my education at Malone University, where I earned my BSN in 2003 and later, at the University of Akron, where I earned my MSN in Nursing Administration. In my current role, I serve as the associate vice president of cancer services and advanced practice nurses, oversee clinical finances and regulate staffing and recruitment for nursing.

I am honored to be assuming the position of president for our alumni association. It is my privilege to follow Kim Poorman, who has been committed to excellence for our group for so many years. I am most excited to work with the college to continue to promote a legacy of outstanding education and achievements. This is an exciting time for Aultman College! We completed the second on-site science lab in September, which serves as the site for the college’s anatomy and physiology labs. As most of you know too, the college will be seeking permission to offer a BSN degree completion program in the near future, with the possibility of other bachelor’s level health degrees down the road. We have so many exciting initiatives happening at our college and would love to see alumni support reflect these efforts. Gaining interest in our alumni association, engaging modern alumni and adapting to meet the needs of our growing student body will all be things that once accomplished, will complement our alma mater well.

If you are interested in participating on the alumni board or you have ideas on how we might better serve our alumni, we would like to hear from you. If you have not been to the Aultman College campus in a while, I invite you to stop by to see all of the new developments.

Please stay in touch and let us know what you’re up to these days. Best wishes!

A heartfelt thank you is extended to all who supported the alumni ticket fundraiser that began last fall and wrapped up with final ticket sales at the annual alumni spring dinner. The $1,000 cash prize was awarded to Tierra Moore. Proceeds from the ticket raffle went toward fulfilling the alumni association’s pledge of $2,500 for science lab construction. All but $400 of the alumni pledge has been raised and our hopes are to finish our commitment with a similar ticket raffle this academic year. Thank you for your support!

Joan Parsons entered the Aultman Hospital School of Radiologic Technology in 1960. After graduation, she

began a long and successful career at Aultman Health Foundation serving in such positions as the first designated teaching supervisor, assistant chief technologist, and in 1985, she became the Administrative Director of Radiology Services.

Joan left Aultman in 1991 when she

joined the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) as the director of medical imaging education. She made invaluable contributions to the ASRT while serving in roles such as interim CEO and later, the chief customer officer/executive vice president of operations, until her retirement in 2007.

Joan is currently residing in Arizona and is hoping to move back to the Canton area soon, where she can become an active member of the Aultman College Alumni Association!

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Alumni HonorsAultman College Alumni Association Accepting Nominations The alumni association would like to recognize alumni for their contributions and achievements. Three award categories are open for nominations including contributing alumnus/alumna, outstanding alumnus/alumna and distinguished modern alumnus/alumna. Each award will be presented at the annual spring dinner in April 2013. Alumni can be nominated for past contributions and awards can be given posthumously. Past winners have included graduates such as Harriet Shreve (‘50), Kathy Tschiegg (‘78) and Margaret Lazar (‘40). The deadline for nominations is March 1, 2013

Send nominations with description of contributions and/or achievements to:

Aultman College of Nursing and Health SciencesAttn: Kelly Hettinger/Alumni2600 6th Street SWCanton, Ohio 44710

Nomination forms are available at www.aultmancollege.edu

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Thank You Alumni !

Contributing Alumnus/ Alumna Award• Awarded to graduate who has shown long

term support of the alumni association through time, effort and generosity

Outstanding Alumnus/Alumna Award• Significant contribution to the health sciences

industry either in practice, administration or education as demonstrated by clinical expertise, publication or research

• Advance in education either by certification or formal education

• Service to the community at large

Distinguished Modern Alumnus/Alumna Award• Awarded to a graduate who has graduated

from Aultman College within the last five years and has shown significant achievements in nursing or radiography.

Alumni Award Criterions

Tina Biasella (‘99) President

Angela McGee (‘97)President-Elect

Kim Poorman (‘91)Past President

Sue Shepherd (‘81)Secretary/Treasurer

Answer the Call!Students and Alumni Kick off Appeal for the 1892 Campaign with Phone-A-Thon

It’s that time of year again, when the alumni association reaches out to past graduates in support of the annual campaign. “The first night is always really difficult and awkward,” said Vi Leggett, vice president of external affairs. “Especially for those helping make the calls for the first time, they are so nervous talking to the first few alumni. However, they soon settle in and enjoy sharing their stories and hearing from our alumni.” Leggett continued by saying, “it is certainly our hope that our graduates will contribute during our annual appeal, but being courteous to the callers and engaging the young students who are calling is always an extra treat.” Three-quarters of the gifts from the 1892 Campaign are directed to scholarships for Aultman College students. The remaining 25 percent support campus initiatives such as science lab construction.

On April 27, 2012 Aultman Hospital School of Nursing alumnae from the class of 1962 gathered at Skyland Pines to celebrate their time in school together and the paths their lives have taken since leaving. Some have worked in hospitals, physician offices, surgery centers and factories. Others have served in the armed forces and as missionary nurses. One went on to earn her doctorate. Over 50 graduates and guests returned to Canton this spring in a two day celebration honoring their class.

The festivities began when nearly 100 attendees arrived at Skyland Pines for the 50 year dinner Friday evening. After being welcomed by former class vice president Joan (McKelley) Novak, Terry Livengood offered an invocation and the meal was served. An alumni association meeting was conducted during dinner and

at that time the guests were witness to the installation of the 2012-2013 Aultman College Alumni Association officers.

Fun times for the class continued Saturday, April 27 when the graduates were invited to the college for an information session, hospital tour and lunch held in the Morrow House. Joan (Davis) Dorcoff, 1962 graduate and member of the planning committee said it best, “Everything looks different, but it still feels like home.” Graduates enjoyed hearing from Vi Leggett, vice president of external affairs as well as President Rebecca Crowl. “The annual dinner is such a special time for us to celebrate each year,” said Leggett. Listening to the history from those who lived it helps us appreciate how far we’ve come.”

MEMBERS AND FRIENDS FROM THE CLASS OF 1962 ENJOY AN EVENING TOGETHER.

Graduates of Aultman Hospital School of Nursing Return to Campus 50 Years Later

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ALUMNI NOTES

Leaves:• May Class of 2012

• Lyn Sabino

• Thomas and Jean Paddock

• Tom and Laurie Moline

• In Memory of Ruth Wallace, Wife & Mother

Large Stones:• Rick and Vicki Haines Family

• Josephine Walters CareStar

Growth on the Giving Tree Gifts Keep The Aultman College Giving Tree Blooming Year Round

Sharon (Haymaker) Hefner (‘68)

Carolyn (Crisp) Florea (‘63)

Marjorie (Myerchin) Slutz (‘62)

Bonnie (Evans) Downie (‘62)

Joann (Leas) Butler (‘56)

Joanne (Atkinson) Littlefield (‘51)

Thelma (Sundheimer) Troyer (‘47)

Betty (Crossland) Deibel (‘45)

Condolences:Aultman College extends deepest sympathies to the families of:

Congratulations To:Polly (Gerber) Zimmermann (‘77), who was co-editor of Sheehy’s Manual of Emergency Care, 7e. Polly was also appointed to the editorial board of the Journal of Radiology Nursing as a member at large.

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Several events are scheduled, and we want you to mark your calendars!

Alumni Association Meetings: 2012-2013November 27, 2012 / 5 p.m. / Founders RoomJanuary 29, 2013 / 5 p.m. / Founders RoomMarch 26, 2013 / 5 p.m. / Founders RoomMay 28, 2013 / 5 p.m. / Founders Room

Aultman College FundraiserAultman College will be hosting a fundraiser with Papa Gyros Tuesday, October 30. All you need to support the college is your appetite! When ordering, you MUST show the college-distributed Papa Gyros flyer in order to get credit. When you use this flyer on October 30th, any orders (eat-in, carry-out or catering) will earn the college credit! Contact Kelly Hettinger at 330-363-1178 for a copy of the flyer.

Upcoming Events …Look for details about special alumni events the alumni association will be planning for the spring of 2013.

Stay tuned...

December GraduationJoin us in celebrating our newest graduates Friday, December 14 at 6 p.m. at RG Drage Career Technical Center

Annual Spring DinnerMark your calendars NOW for a celebration at Skyland Pines Friday, April 26, 2013. Join the class of 1963 as we honor our alma mater, the friendships we established and the service we provided to the community. Please plan to attend and join the fun. The cost of this year’s event is $25.

For more information or to register now, please contact Kelly Hettinger, alumni coordinator at 330.363.1178

CALLING ALL ALUMNI! You’re Invited ...

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President, Tina Biasella (‘99)President-Elect, Angela McGee (’97)Secretary/ Treasurer, Sue Shepherd (‘81)Alumni Relations Coordinator, Kelly HettingerConnection Editor, Kelly Hettinger

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• Join the alumni association! Membership is free and participation is fun! Check out the ‘Alumni Events’ section of your Connection for meeting and event information.

Stay Connected Alumni! Alumni, are you looking for ways to check in with other alumni or to get news on your alma mater? There are several opportunities for you to connect and stay in touch.

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