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THE MAGAZINE OF ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE WINTER 2013
Quenching a
thirst for service
Carl’s
Elizabethtown
CORNER
THE MAGAZINE OF
JANUARY, 2013 ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE
WINTER 2013
VOL100 NO1
PHOTO CHALLENGE~
In this edition, we tempt fate by anticipating spring weather with this historical photo.
We ask our readers to submit answers about the image: What decade (or exact year)
was the photo taken? What College event is represented? Email your answers PRESIDENT
to [email protected]. Correct entries will be entered into a random drawing Carl J. Strikwerda
to receive a complimentary bag of beans from Carrboro Coffee Roasters
(carrborocoffee.com), courtesy of Carrboro’s president Scott Conary ’98, purveyor EXECUTIVE EDITOR
of some of the finest coffee beans in the world. Elizabeth A. Braungard ‘86
Answer to last edition’s photo challenge: 1979 – Canoe races on Lake Placida EDITOR
Amy J. Mountain ‘87
Something Old and Something New CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Wendy Sheaffer
Every day, we’re confronted by the latest developments—in medicine, fashions or technology.
E-MAGAZINE COORDINATOR
Colleges, too, must keep up with rapid change. We have to prepare the next generation
Danilo Yabut
for leadership in a fast-changing world. But, just as important, we have to pass on the best
CONTRIBUTORS
of our society’s achievements. Without education, civilization ceases. Colleges share with
Elizabeth A. Braungard ‘86
the future the greatest moral insights, artistic expressions, scientific discoveries and political Mark A. Clapper ‘96
Rustin Dudley ‘14
achievements of the past. Almost everything we do in our working lives and as citizens builds
Katie Griest
on what we learned from someone else. Yet, without continually changing, education, like E.A. Harvey ‘11
Megan Leppo ‘14
civilization, stagnates.
Nancy J. McCann
Cassie Meade ‘14
Amy J. Mountain ‘87
To prepare the next generation of scientists, teachers, lawyers, engineers, doctors, ac-
Allison Rohland ‘14
countants and artists, Elizabethtown College must keep reinventing itself. Each year, faculty Donna Talarico
members create new courses and syllabi so that students see old insights in fresh ways and
PHOTOGRAPHERS
are given the tools to confront the newest advancements. Today’s E-town students learn what Russell G. Frost, Frost Imaging
many alumni learned in the 1950s. They also take courses that did not exist a few years ago. Wendy Sheaffer
Charles D. Schaeffer Jr.
“Physics I” and “History of Western Political Theory from the Ancient World to the Renais- Thom Swarr
sance” give today’s Blue Jays perspective and knowledge that took scholars centuries to Photos by staff or courtesy,
except as otherwise noted.
discover. “Green Architectural Engineering” and “European Union Simulation” help students
think about challenges, such as environmental sustainability and international cooperation. EDITORIAL BOARD
David C. Beidleman
Jean-Paul Benowitz
Our Strategic Plan enhances the College’s traditional strengths by reforming our core curricu- Elizabeth A. Braungard ‘86
Mark A. Clapper ‘96
lum, one which gives students a solid grounding in a range of disciplines. It also moves the
Lesley M. Finney
College into the future. The Plan expands research opportunities for students to work with Matt Heffelfinger
Kirsten A. Johnson
faculty members; gives students more hands-on experience, combining classroom learning
E. Fletcher McClellan
with work in schools, businesses, hospitals and other settings; and integrates more online Amy J. Mountain ‘87
Terrie L. Riportella
learning into our education.
Wendy Sheaffer
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FEATURES Aleah Miller ’13,
carries water in a
traditional manner,
while abroad in
Tamale, Ghana.
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Innovative Minds
These out-of-the-box thinkers are
bringing creative ideas to life with
help from generous alumni.
12
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International
Footprint
For these globe-trotters, service
begins on campus and carries
them around the world.
22
Scenic Roots
COLUMNS
Our beautiful campus reflects
a commitment to being
environmentally conscious
2 The Dell & World
and remaining true to history.
16 Sport Shorts
18 E-town Snapshot
28 Alumni News
32 Book Mark
Special pull-out insert: Spring Cultural Events at E-town
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THE DELL
& WORLD
LIVES OF
SERVICE
DENNIS FELTY ’68 LEFT
E-TOWN INSPIRED TO
Felty, in Beslan, North Ossetia,
SERVE AT HOME AND
Russia, looks at images of school
children killed in a terrorist act.
ABROAD.
Senior Dennis Felty and a few classmates A man in his 50s, who was institutionalized internships led to Keystone’s work in Rus-
were inspired by two psychology profes- at the time, asked Felty, “Where were you sia and the Republic of Moldova, working
sors just before graduating. At a time when when I was a young man?” with the governments to help intellectually
cruelty toward intellectually disabled, Today Keystone Human Services disabled young men leave large mental
institutionalized individuals was at a peak, employs more than 3,000 people. The health institutions and establish everyday
Dr. David Lasky and Dr. Antonio Felice nonprofit organization is one of the largest lives.
left E-town to pursue work at the Har- in the area, providing community-based In 2004, several psychologists and psy-
risburg State Hospital. The professors’ services to people with mental health and chiatrists from Moscow spent the summer
horrific stories motivated Felty, who, with intellectual disabilities and autism in Penn- with Keystone. As they returned home, an
his classmates, followed them to the institu- sylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Connecticut elementary school in Beslan, North Ossetia,
tion after graduation. For Felty, this move and Eastern Europe. Russia, was attacked. Terrorists killed more
marked the beginning of a lifelong dedica- Adding to his career of service, while than 300 children. Felty provided post-
tion to service. President of Keystone, Felty served as traumatic stress counseling to residents in
Describing the conditions of the an officer and a pilot in the Air National the traumatized region and later assisted
institution as “filthy,” he said, “the circum- Guard for 13 years, flying in the Vietnam a young woman—an intern—in securing
stances that existed were almost beyond and Cold wars, accumulating more than millions of dollars in aid for Beslan families.
comprehension.” The group of E-town 220 combat hours. Felty captures his international service
alumni banded together and discussed the While traveling in Bucharest, Roma- experiences with a camera, conveying
creation of alternative solutions for institu- nia, Felty was invited by a teenage mother Keystone’s mission through images.
tions. Felty noted, “[We began] to really to see where she lived. He spent the night “The historical perspective of people with
think…what is society’s responsibility to entering through manholes to visit chil- disabilities is so adverse,” Felty said. “The
its more vulnerable members? … How do dren—Felty estimated nearly 40,000— liv- ability to photograph them as very inter-
you support them? And how do you help ing in the tunnels and sewers of the city. “I ested, valued, beautiful people is critical at
them become valuable and fully participat- thought I was a real veteran, but it rattled telling the story and challenging a lot of
ing members of society?” my cage,” Felty said, “I came away from stereotypes.”
In 1972 they began moving people that saying I need to either stop doing this
from the state facility into community and walk away or start doing something
homes, marking the founding of Keystone about it.” He did the latter by inviting Do you know someone—student, staff
Human Services. By 2009, the state hospi- young people from Eastern Europe to par- or faculty member, or an alum from the
College who is living a life of service?
tal was empty. Patients returned home or ticipate in one-year leadership development Perhaps it’s you! We would love to hear
were provided housing through Keystone. internships in the United States. These your story. Please submit ideas to the
editor by emailing [email protected].
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Becoming a Blue Jay
On Thursday, Aug. 23, cars, packed theatrical performance. “The four days of
full, jockeyed for parking spaces as first- orientation were packed with informative
year students and their families prepared to and fun sessions to ease us into what will be
unload. Peer mentors, resident assistants, our second home,” said first-year student
athletic teams and President Carl J. Strikw- Paige Preston.
erda participated in the heavy lifting. Within Throughout the first week, students and
a few hours, the students were unpacked faculty and staff members met in groups to
and ready to begin the newest chapter in discuss the 2012 Open Book selection, The
their lives, beginning with the Elizabethtown “End of Country,” by Seamus McGraw.
College orientation. The book delved into the environmental
Encompassing a wide variety of new impact of the Marcellus Shale fracking and
programs, orientation included the Learn- provided a common ground for students to
ing Everywhere Conference, introducing connect with others in discussion groups.
students to information about various offices The formal induction ceremony took The first-year walk offers a chance to get to know
classmates.
across campus. Another was “Metamor- place Sunday, Aug. 26, in Leffler Chapel
phosis,” a diversity awareness-centered and Performance Center, providing a
chance for the “New Jays” to receive their Elizabethtown College campus community
E-town pins and sign the pledge of integrity. gathered in The Dell to welcome the first-
Already filled with E-town pride, they joined year students. “We can strengthen ourselves
President Strikwerda in chanting, “Blue Jays! to make the most of our opportunities,
Always! 2016!” to withstand the gales of misfortunes and
Orientation concluded Tuesday, Aug. to forge ahead whenever possible,” noted
28, with Convocation, during which the President Strikwerda as he spoke about the
need to shape one’s destiny.
Another orientation passed, and a new
(L to R) Kyle Farkas ‘14 and President flock of Jays joined Elizabethtown College.
Carl Strikwerda had a good time help- Blue Jays. Always. 2016.
ing Ryan Casner ‘16 on move-in day.
EDUCATE FOR SERVICE AWARD
Alyce Spector ’77 and Elyse Braxton on the board of a number of organizations ceutical industry and later joined the Navy
’87 were recognized for their dedication including the Dauphin County Historical reserves. In 2006 she earned her nursing
to service at the annual President’s Dinner Society, the Susquehanna Art Museum, degree from Villanova University and be-
on Oct. 26. Spector and Braxton were hon- the Rabbi David L. Silver Yeshiva Acad- came an ensign in the Navy Nurse Corps.
ored with the Educate for Service award, emy, the State of Israel Bonds organiza- She served in Kuwait and in Okinawa, Ja-
the highest honor graduates from Eliza- tion and the Harrisburg YWCA. She pan, and is currently stationed at the Naval
bethtown can receive from the College received numerous designations including Hospital Oak Harbor, Urgent Care Clinic,
and its alumni association. The awards are the Jerusalem City of Peace Award from in Oak Harbor, Washington.
given to alumni who have demonstrated State Israel Bonds and the Provost Award Congratu-
commitment to one of three areas: Service for Outstanding Community Service from lations to both
through Professional Achievement, Service Penn State University, Harrisburg Campus. award recipi-
to the College or Service to Humanity. The Service through Professional ents!
Alyce Spector ’77 was the recipient Achievement award was presented to Lt.
of the Service to Humanity award. While Elyse M. Braxton ’87. After earning a
at Elizabethtown College, she majored bachelor of science degree in finance and
in Secondary Education and went on to international business from Elizabethtown
substitute teach in Harrisburg City and College. Braxton began her career as a
Susquehanna Township schools. She served professional representative in the pharma-
ELIZABETHTOWN MAGAZINE • WINTER 2013 3
THE DELL & WORLD
DR. HOLMES MORTON LECTURES
ON THE GIFT OF LIFE
Established in 1993 to commemorate the complex medical problems arising from
scholarly work of Donald F. and Hedwig inherited predisposition to disease. While
T. Durnbaugh, the endowed Durnbaugh Morton presented technical details of com-
Lecture Series annually brings a distin- plex genetic pathways and medical issues
guished scholar to the Young Center across generations, he also read elegant
for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies. Most and heartfelt passages from various per-
recently, Dr. Holmes Morton, a pediatrician sonal writings he compiled during his
and cofounder with his wife, Caroline, of 30 years of providing medical care
the Clinic for Special Children in Strasburg to children and families struggling
(Pa.), spoke to a filled auditorium about the with conditions that often have no
unique medical conditions the Clinic treats cure. Visit www.etown.edu/youngctr
in the primary population it serves—Amish to read essays from Dr. Morton about his
and Mennonite families. experiences, as well as journal articles about
The Clinic is a nonprofit medical the Clinic’s work.
center that provides care for children with
“Special children are not just interest-
ing medical problems, subjects of grants
and research... they are children who
need our help and, if we allow them to,
they will teach us compassion.”
GRANT EXPANDS INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AND FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Elizabethtown College joined George town; launching a new Chinese language ing,” said Dr. Carl J. Strikwerda, Elizabeth-
Mason University, University of Michigan program; adding four new Asian Studies town’s president. “In such a complex global
and Virginia Commonwealth University, courses and related cocurricular activities; environment, it is imperative that our
among others, in being named a recipient enhancing the Japanese language program students develop international perspectives
of a two-year grant. The Undergraduate with needed faculty and instructional sup- and gain experience overseas. This grant
International Studies and Foreign Lan- port; and hosting an on-campus national provides us with critical resources to help
guage Program (UISFL), under the auspic- conference, titled “Teaching Japan.” Ad- launch a larger enterprise in support of our
es of the U.S. Department of Education, ditionally, the funding will expand the students and faculty.”
funds activities, which create, plan, develop, College’s International Studies program For more details about the UISFL
and carry out programs to strengthen and through innovative programming in part- grant award and the complete list of
improve undergraduate instruction in in- nership with international Nongovernmen- institutions which received funding from
ternational studies and foreign language. tal Organizations (NGO) and Intergovern- the U.S. Department of Education for this
The Elizabethtown College grant, mental Organizations (IGO), the creation initiative, visit www.ed.gov.
$93,669 in the first year, combined with of a biennial conference and job fair, and a
matching funding from the College and new NGO/IGO internship program.
partners, will focus on enlarging and The College’s Strategic Plan calls for
strengthening Asian Studies and Lan- additional investments in programs that ad-
guages as signature programs at Elizabeth- vance global understanding and peacemak-
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HURRICANE SANDY
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including families and friends of students,
staff and faculty members, were forever
changed by the devastation experienced
by states adjoining Pennsylvania. In the
days following the storm, students and
alumni reached out to begin coordinating
relief efforts.
One such project involved a partner-
ship with Belmar, New Jersey (Monmouth
County), to provide residents with much
needed essential supplies. Belmar resident
and 2007 E-town alumna Laura Beck-
enstein asked the College to help collect
donations and with Belmar resident
Sean Sprance, visited campus to pick up
generous donations including clothing,
blankets, water, children’s books, toys and
personal care products, among much Capturing the beauty of campus
more.
Other efforts to support the victims FALL FOLIAGE PHOTOWALK
of Hurricane Sandy included linking
donors directly with the American Red Elizabethtown-based photographer An- of colors changing across campus,” said
Cross to provide monetary donations. drew Rhoads had a specific goal in mind Leppo.
The College’s Center for Community and when he decided to coordinate a photo- Beginning early, at 6:45 a.m. gave the
Civic Engagement (CCCE) coordinated walk—“Get outside, be with people, take photographers the benefit of softer and less
all of the relief efforts. For more infor- good pictures and share them with anyone harsh lighting, as well as a beautiful sunrise.
mation about Hurricane Sandy relief and everyone who is interested.” He select- The Saturday, Oct. 27, walk included a
projects and other service projects offered ed Elizabethtown College as the location. guided tour through campus along with
by CCCE, visit etown.edu or call CCCE “The campus is a nice cross section of the specific stops at traditionally photogenic
at 717-361-1108. Elizabethtown area—fairly peaceful, plenty locations to help the participants capture
of trees, interesting buildings and people,” vibrant and colorful images.
Rhoads said.
He first reached out to the College in
“Get outside, be with
July through its Facebook page and then
people, take good
connected with junior Megan Leppo, an
pictures and share them
intern in the Office of Marketing and
with anyone and every-
Communications. Leppo and the local
one who is interested.”
photographer agreed that the beauty of
Elizabethtown College would be captured Andrew Rhoads
best during the fall season. Leppo also used
social media to promote the photowalk to
the campus and general community. “We
Sean Sprance and Laura Beckenstein `07 filled a hoped that residents of the community
truck and a van with donated items for residents of
would be interested in seeing the range
Belmar, New Jersey.
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THE DELL & WORLD
KING JAMES BIBLE EXHIBITION ARRIVES FEB. 2
The High Library at Elizabethtown Col- The title, “Manifold Greatness,” refers
lege is pleased to serve as a stop along to the multifaceted or “manifold” influence
the 20-month tour of “Manifold Great- of this landmark book. It’s taken from the
ness: The Creation and Afterlife of the 1611 Bible’s dedication to King James,
King James Bible.” The exhibit features which begins, “Great and manifold were
the 1611 King James Bible, whose words the blessings” when God made James the
are still being read today in books, poems, King of England.
speeches and sermons. Many popular song “Manifold Greatness: The Creation
lyrics have been inspired from King James and Afterlife of the King James Bible,” a
Bible verses. traveling exhibition for libraries, was orga-
Elizabethtown College kicks off the nized by the Folger Shakespeare Library,
exhibition from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. Washington, D.C., and the
2, with an opening reception at American Library Association
High Library. The reception and Public Programs Office. It is
additional events during the Feb. 2 based on an exhibition of the
through 21 tour stop are free and same name developed by the
open to the public. A schedule of Folger Shakespeare Library
events surrounding the “Manifold and the Bodleian Library,
Greatness” exhibition can be found University of Oxford, with
at etown.edu/bible. assistance from the Harry
Inspired by the 400th an- Ransom Center of the
niversary of this translation, the University of Texas, to mark
“Manifold Greatness” exhibition the 400th anniversary of the
tells the story of one of the most widely publication of the King James Bible. The
read books in the English language and traveling exhibition was made possible by a
answers several questions. Who translated major grant from the National Endowment
it? What made this particular translation so for the Humanities. For more information
influential and and why does it still remain on the complete exhibition, as well as other
so popular today? This traditional transla- tour stops, visit the “Manifold Greatness”
tion, the King James Bible, is one many website, www.manifoldgreatness.org.
people still prefer to read and study.
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HIGH CENTER FOR Die-Tech, Inc. located in York Haven, breakdown of equipment in a location
Pa., and a High Center for Family Busi- where a service call would be challeng-
FAMILY BUSINESS
ness member, was presented with an out- ing. The company was contracted to
Space Race
of-this-world challenge: Produce custom provide metal stamping expertise for
engineered stamped components to be the Mars rover Curiosity, to support its
used in extreme conditions, avoiding landing on the Gale Crater. Because
of Die-Tech’s commitment to reli-
P ability and quality, Curiosity landed
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Die-Tech success stories. “Die-Tech
does all our manufacturing right here
in Pennsylvania, to serve a global
marketplace—and sometimes projects
that travel off this world!” states PK
Dennis, Die-Tech marketing manager
and co owner. Visit etown.edu to view
a NASA produced video, narrated by
William Shatner, which describes in
detail the complicated preparation for
a landing on Mars.
A WEEKLONG CELEBRATION OF ARE YOU A CHIP (OFF
MLK’S LASTING LEGACY THE OLD BLOCK)?
Since 2005, Eliza- in service projects. The rest of the week In a future issue, we want to tell your story
bethtown College is filled with arts and educational events, about family members who have attended
has honored the including concerts and panel discussions. Elizabethtown College through the genera-
life and legacy of Keynote speaker for 2013 is Dr. Angela tions, typically known as CHIPs. Email a
Dr. Martin Luther Davis. Through her activism and schol- brief summary (300 words or less, please)
King Jr. through arship during the past several decades, about your family’s legacy of Blue Jays
events and service Dr. Davis has been deeply involved in to [email protected]. Please include
activities. Begin- our nation’s quest for social equality, with names and class years for each family mem-
ning with a day of service, the celebration particular emphasis on the importance ber who graduated.
has grown to a full week of performances, of building communities for those who
speakers, volunteer opportunities and struggle for economic, racial and gender
more. justice.
The tradition starts with a kickoff Visit etown.edu for a detailed sched-
event and a Gospel Extravaganza Monday, ule of activities and events happening
Jan. 21. On this day—the official federal during Martin Luther King Jr. Week.
holiday to mark Martin Luther King Jr.
Day—no classes are scheduled so students,
faculty and staff members can participate
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FEATURE
STORY
OFTEN BRIMMING WITH IDEAS AND CREATIVITY
ALWAYS THINKING OUTSIDE OF THE BOX
CONSTANTLY HARDWORKING AND ENERGETIC
DOES THIS DESCRIBE YOU?
IF YOU ANSWERED “YES,”
YOU COULD BE AN ENTREPRENEUR.
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FEATURE
STORY
BY NANCY J. MCCANN
Open to the entire campus
, Min Han Tun ’13—one of three recipients of
the Entrepreneurship Scholarship is in search of the 2012 Entrepreneurial Scholarship—fits that
the innovative individual regardless of his or her description. He’s an international student from
discipline of study. According to Charles ’86 and Myanmar (Burma), making Elizabethtown his
Cynthia ’85 Ebersole, founders of the three-year- home away from home until he graduates in May
young scholarship, the entrepreneurial thought with a degree in international business. Tun’s en-
behind this program is to tap into those creative trepreneurial idea, SolarBrite Solutions, combines
minds on campus that might not be straight-A stu- his for-profit business concept with social con-
“The vision is to raise
dents, yet have the potential and drive to expand sciousness.
the educational and
on an idea through inspiration and energy. Tun is developing a solar backpack for stu-
living standards of
“This scholarship is not for the typical student dents in Sub-Saharan Africa who do not have
underprivileged com-
munities, while building who shines,” said Cynthia Ebersole, “it’s for the access to electrical power. The backpacks are
a sustainable business one who may have a not-so-good GPA, but has a equipped with a high-efficiency LED light bulb
model that involves good attitude, good work ethic and has potential that the student can turn on for nighttime study.
profit, environment that we see, but someone else may not. That’s why As the student carries the pack back and forth
and society.” we started it—for the person who is able to look to school during the day, the solar panel on the
Min Han Tun outside-of-the-box—because that’s what we are.” bag charges the battery that powers the device at
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