The document discusses a 76-year-old great-grandmother named Diedre Lingenfelter who decided to finish her college degree through BYU-Idaho's Pathway program after one of her great-grandchildren enrolled; as the oldest Pathway student, Dee appreciates being able to complete her education from home through the online program; the document also provides updates on various BYU-Idaho programs and activities, including new medical programs, an instructor's experience teaching in China, and renovations to the geology museum.
This document provides the order of proceedings for the University Senior College graduation ceremony to be held on December 5th, 2013 at 7pm in Elder Hall. Mr. Noby Leong, a 2006 graduate, will be the guest speaker. Year 12 graduates will be introduced by their Dean and presented with their certificates by their mentors. Mr. Leong will then deliver the graduation address and present academic prizes. The valedictorian speech will be given before the close of proceedings.
This document discusses opportunities for Third Age Learning in a digital world. It provides examples of how online courses and resources could be integrated into U3A workshops and learning using a flipped classroom model. Key points include:
- U3A workshops could use online lectures as "homework" followed by interactive discussions and activities to deepen learning.
- Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and open educational resources provide free learning opportunities that could be used in U3A courses.
- Facilitators would select online courses and resources for members to engage with prior to workshops, allowing workshops to focus on collaboration and knowledge application.
- Integrating online learning offers new possibilities for social and self-
The document is an annual publication from the Auburn University College of Education called the Keystone Magazine. It provides updates on programs, research, alumni accomplishments, and events from within the College of Education over the past year. The magazine is distributed to alumni and supporters of the college.
The document summarizes awards and recognition given to faculty and graduate students at the University of Maryland for outstanding contributions to teaching during the 2011-2012 academic year. Over 100 graduate students received the Distinguished Teaching Assistant award and dozens of faculty members were also recognized at a ceremony in May 2012. The summary provides details on some of the individual and departmental awards given across the university's various colleges and schools.
This document outlines the program for a conference on intellectual and developmental disabilities. It includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and topics like the NDIS, health perspectives, families and children, access to justice, employment, and self-advocacy. The conference runs from November 11-13, 2015 with sessions, presentations, workshops, and social events each day.
This document provides information about Jackson State University, including its history and honor roll of donors for fiscal year 2015-2016. It summarizes that Jackson State University was founded in 1877 and has grown to become a historically black research university located in Jackson, Mississippi serving nearly 10,000 students. It also lists donors who contributed $100,000 or more, including individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations that support scholarships, academic programs and facility upgrades.
This document provides the order of proceedings for the University Senior College graduation ceremony to be held on December 5th, 2013 at 7pm in Elder Hall. Mr. Noby Leong, a 2006 graduate, will be the guest speaker. Year 12 graduates will be introduced by their Dean and presented with their certificates by their mentors. Mr. Leong will then deliver the graduation address and present academic prizes. The valedictorian speech will be given before the close of proceedings.
This document discusses opportunities for Third Age Learning in a digital world. It provides examples of how online courses and resources could be integrated into U3A workshops and learning using a flipped classroom model. Key points include:
- U3A workshops could use online lectures as "homework" followed by interactive discussions and activities to deepen learning.
- Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and open educational resources provide free learning opportunities that could be used in U3A courses.
- Facilitators would select online courses and resources for members to engage with prior to workshops, allowing workshops to focus on collaboration and knowledge application.
- Integrating online learning offers new possibilities for social and self-
The document is an annual publication from the Auburn University College of Education called the Keystone Magazine. It provides updates on programs, research, alumni accomplishments, and events from within the College of Education over the past year. The magazine is distributed to alumni and supporters of the college.
The document summarizes awards and recognition given to faculty and graduate students at the University of Maryland for outstanding contributions to teaching during the 2011-2012 academic year. Over 100 graduate students received the Distinguished Teaching Assistant award and dozens of faculty members were also recognized at a ceremony in May 2012. The summary provides details on some of the individual and departmental awards given across the university's various colleges and schools.
This document outlines the program for a conference on intellectual and developmental disabilities. It includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and topics like the NDIS, health perspectives, families and children, access to justice, employment, and self-advocacy. The conference runs from November 11-13, 2015 with sessions, presentations, workshops, and social events each day.
This document provides information about Jackson State University, including its history and honor roll of donors for fiscal year 2015-2016. It summarizes that Jackson State University was founded in 1877 and has grown to become a historically black research university located in Jackson, Mississippi serving nearly 10,000 students. It also lists donors who contributed $100,000 or more, including individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations that support scholarships, academic programs and facility upgrades.
YK Pao School Magazine November 2009 EnglishYK Pao School
YK Pao School quarterly magazine (English version), November 2009. Containing news of recent visits from Purdue University and Oxford University, the announcement of the Secondary School Principal, new teaching staff and summer camp news.
The document discusses the history and development of extension teaching as an academic discipline in India. It provides details on the structure and taxonomy of extension education programs internationally and in various Indian universities. It identifies gaps in the extension teaching curriculum, such as repetition of undergraduate content, lack of specialization and focus on emerging skills. The document concludes that extension teaching should incorporate improved farming technologies, effective management tools, and hands-on experiences to develop relevant competencies for students.
The document discusses the mentorship program of INTSORMIL, an organization that sponsors students from developing countries to receive education and training from US scientists. Through INTSORMIL, over 1,100 students have received degrees from bachelor's to postdoctoral levels. The mentorship relationships formed between US scientists and students from other countries are an important part of INTSORMIL's strategy. The document shares stories of several INTSORMIL alumni who maintained long-term relationships with their mentors, and how the training and mentorship helped advance their research careers and contribute to agriculture in their home countries.
This document is the 2013-2014 academic calendar for Prince George's Community College. It provides the dates for the summer 2013, fall 2013, and spring 2014 semesters. Some key dates include:
- Summer 2013 sessions begin June 3rd and end August 9th.
- Fall 2013 semester begins August 24th and ends December 15th.
- Spring 2014 semester begins January 21st and ends May 12th.
- The college will be closed for several holidays including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr Day, and Presidents' Day.
Green Exercise and Dementia Neil Mapes Feb 2011Neil Mapes
This research project explored the benefits of green exercise, or physical activity in nature, for people living with dementia. Key findings include:
- There is evidence that green exercise can help people with dementia feel well and experience reduced symptoms temporarily. However, larger and more rigorous studies are still needed.
- Interviews and anecdotal reports suggest green exercise helps people with dementia positively reframe their identity and maintain a sense of self.
- Experts surveyed agreed that contact with nature is important for well-being, and that support for green exercise should increase as dementia progresses.
- Priorities for future research identified were learning more about impacts on quality of life, determining most effective types of green exercise, and
The document provides information about the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, located in southern Israel. It discusses the Institute's academic programs, research centers, and internship opportunities. Students and interns from Israel, Palestine, Jordan and other countries can study and conduct research on environmental issues in a cross-cultural setting and help advance solutions to regional challenges.
The document summarizes the commencement ceremony for Quinsigamond Community College's class of 2013, which honored a record 1,315 graduating students. Due to inclement weather, the ceremony was moved from the main campus to the DCU Center in Worcester. The ceremony included speeches from President Carberry and Board Chair Stacey DeBoise Luster. President Carberry presented graduates with wristbands symbolizing their bond as QCC graduates. The document also provides information on other college events and accomplishments, including the TRiO program honoring graduates, a class field trip to Mechanics Hall, and the honors and awards ceremony.
Daily equity news letter by capital height 17 09-10capital Height
- Indian markets ended lower due to selling pressure from western markets and profit booking, with the Nifty losing 32 points and Sensex shedding 84 points.
- The RBI increased repo and reverse repo rates by 25bps and 50bps respectively. European markets were down for the third consecutive session.
- Among Nifty gainers, Suzlon gained the most while Infosys lost the most. Most sectoral indices ended lower with IT losing over 2%.
Life without buildings: Institutions and ObjectionsDeborahJ
The document discusses the shift in art from Modernism to postmodernism in the 1960s-70s. Modernism valued disembodied aesthetics and formalism, while postmodernism emphasized the social and political context of artworks. Artists began creating works that were site-specific, used everyday materials, and critiqued institutions like museums. This changed the role of the artist and relationship between art objects and their environments.
The document provides instructions for an online composition class assignment. Students are asked to:
1) Create a South Park avatar of themselves and post it to their Tumblr blog.
2) Begin brainstorming ideas for their next audio essay project on a particular culture by using an online mind mapping tool and posting the results.
3) Download and learn the basics of the audio editing software Audacity by watching tutorial videos and completing readings.
4) Participate in online discussions and provide feedback on classmates' work through a wiki page.
1) The review summarizes four films - Winter's Bone, Buried/The Last Exorcism, The Girl Who Played with Fire, and Piranha 3D. For each film, it provides an image, discusses the tone and style of the review, and notes the star rating.
2) Cyrus and The Hole in 3D are also reviewed. The Cyrus review compares it to other comedies and notes its originality. The Hole in 3D review discusses its appeal to nostalgia. Both receive positive four star ratings.
3) The final film reviewed is The Other Guys, which receives a three star rating. The review is comedic in tone to match the film, and
The document lists 5 locations in Central America: Antigua, Lac Attitlan, San Pedro Palopo, Santiago Attitlan, and Tikal. These locations span Guatemala and include its capital city Antigua, the lake and towns of Lac Attitlan, and the Mayan ruins of Tikal.
This document contains a list of bird species names in French, including avocet, American robin, blue heron, Bonaparte gull, brown creeper, crossbill, dickcissel, eared grebe, gulls, glaucous gulls, gnatcatcher, gull at Niagara Falls, Iceland gulls, northern cardinal and shrike, owl, pipit, rail, red robin, siskin, ruffled grouse, thrush, vireo, warbler, woodpecker. It also mentions a slideshare link and photo site, and ends with mentioning a song by Gérard Lenorman called "Il parle aux oiseaux".
Vibrant Technologies is headquarted in Mumbai,India.We are the best Data Warehousing training provider in Navi Mumbai who provides Live Projects to students.We provide Corporate Training also.We are Best Data Warehousing classes in Mumbai according to our students and corporates
This document proposes an Enterprise 2.0 social media platform to address business drivers like over-reliance on email, email overload, and knowledge retention. It would build on an existing intranet with additional tools like wikis, blogs, social networks, and search. The implementation approach involves project sponsorship, management, and technical consultation. Stakeholder concerns include strategic issues, management break from process, and technical security risks. An appropriate use policy and knowledge building process are proposed to address concerns and standardize insights into improvements.
YK Pao School Magazine November 2009 EnglishYK Pao School
YK Pao School quarterly magazine (English version), November 2009. Containing news of recent visits from Purdue University and Oxford University, the announcement of the Secondary School Principal, new teaching staff and summer camp news.
The document discusses the history and development of extension teaching as an academic discipline in India. It provides details on the structure and taxonomy of extension education programs internationally and in various Indian universities. It identifies gaps in the extension teaching curriculum, such as repetition of undergraduate content, lack of specialization and focus on emerging skills. The document concludes that extension teaching should incorporate improved farming technologies, effective management tools, and hands-on experiences to develop relevant competencies for students.
The document discusses the mentorship program of INTSORMIL, an organization that sponsors students from developing countries to receive education and training from US scientists. Through INTSORMIL, over 1,100 students have received degrees from bachelor's to postdoctoral levels. The mentorship relationships formed between US scientists and students from other countries are an important part of INTSORMIL's strategy. The document shares stories of several INTSORMIL alumni who maintained long-term relationships with their mentors, and how the training and mentorship helped advance their research careers and contribute to agriculture in their home countries.
This document is the 2013-2014 academic calendar for Prince George's Community College. It provides the dates for the summer 2013, fall 2013, and spring 2014 semesters. Some key dates include:
- Summer 2013 sessions begin June 3rd and end August 9th.
- Fall 2013 semester begins August 24th and ends December 15th.
- Spring 2014 semester begins January 21st and ends May 12th.
- The college will be closed for several holidays including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr Day, and Presidents' Day.
Green Exercise and Dementia Neil Mapes Feb 2011Neil Mapes
This research project explored the benefits of green exercise, or physical activity in nature, for people living with dementia. Key findings include:
- There is evidence that green exercise can help people with dementia feel well and experience reduced symptoms temporarily. However, larger and more rigorous studies are still needed.
- Interviews and anecdotal reports suggest green exercise helps people with dementia positively reframe their identity and maintain a sense of self.
- Experts surveyed agreed that contact with nature is important for well-being, and that support for green exercise should increase as dementia progresses.
- Priorities for future research identified were learning more about impacts on quality of life, determining most effective types of green exercise, and
The document provides information about the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, located in southern Israel. It discusses the Institute's academic programs, research centers, and internship opportunities. Students and interns from Israel, Palestine, Jordan and other countries can study and conduct research on environmental issues in a cross-cultural setting and help advance solutions to regional challenges.
The document summarizes the commencement ceremony for Quinsigamond Community College's class of 2013, which honored a record 1,315 graduating students. Due to inclement weather, the ceremony was moved from the main campus to the DCU Center in Worcester. The ceremony included speeches from President Carberry and Board Chair Stacey DeBoise Luster. President Carberry presented graduates with wristbands symbolizing their bond as QCC graduates. The document also provides information on other college events and accomplishments, including the TRiO program honoring graduates, a class field trip to Mechanics Hall, and the honors and awards ceremony.
Daily equity news letter by capital height 17 09-10capital Height
- Indian markets ended lower due to selling pressure from western markets and profit booking, with the Nifty losing 32 points and Sensex shedding 84 points.
- The RBI increased repo and reverse repo rates by 25bps and 50bps respectively. European markets were down for the third consecutive session.
- Among Nifty gainers, Suzlon gained the most while Infosys lost the most. Most sectoral indices ended lower with IT losing over 2%.
Life without buildings: Institutions and ObjectionsDeborahJ
The document discusses the shift in art from Modernism to postmodernism in the 1960s-70s. Modernism valued disembodied aesthetics and formalism, while postmodernism emphasized the social and political context of artworks. Artists began creating works that were site-specific, used everyday materials, and critiqued institutions like museums. This changed the role of the artist and relationship between art objects and their environments.
The document provides instructions for an online composition class assignment. Students are asked to:
1) Create a South Park avatar of themselves and post it to their Tumblr blog.
2) Begin brainstorming ideas for their next audio essay project on a particular culture by using an online mind mapping tool and posting the results.
3) Download and learn the basics of the audio editing software Audacity by watching tutorial videos and completing readings.
4) Participate in online discussions and provide feedback on classmates' work through a wiki page.
1) The review summarizes four films - Winter's Bone, Buried/The Last Exorcism, The Girl Who Played with Fire, and Piranha 3D. For each film, it provides an image, discusses the tone and style of the review, and notes the star rating.
2) Cyrus and The Hole in 3D are also reviewed. The Cyrus review compares it to other comedies and notes its originality. The Hole in 3D review discusses its appeal to nostalgia. Both receive positive four star ratings.
3) The final film reviewed is The Other Guys, which receives a three star rating. The review is comedic in tone to match the film, and
The document lists 5 locations in Central America: Antigua, Lac Attitlan, San Pedro Palopo, Santiago Attitlan, and Tikal. These locations span Guatemala and include its capital city Antigua, the lake and towns of Lac Attitlan, and the Mayan ruins of Tikal.
This document contains a list of bird species names in French, including avocet, American robin, blue heron, Bonaparte gull, brown creeper, crossbill, dickcissel, eared grebe, gulls, glaucous gulls, gnatcatcher, gull at Niagara Falls, Iceland gulls, northern cardinal and shrike, owl, pipit, rail, red robin, siskin, ruffled grouse, thrush, vireo, warbler, woodpecker. It also mentions a slideshare link and photo site, and ends with mentioning a song by Gérard Lenorman called "Il parle aux oiseaux".
Vibrant Technologies is headquarted in Mumbai,India.We are the best Data Warehousing training provider in Navi Mumbai who provides Live Projects to students.We provide Corporate Training also.We are Best Data Warehousing classes in Mumbai according to our students and corporates
This document proposes an Enterprise 2.0 social media platform to address business drivers like over-reliance on email, email overload, and knowledge retention. It would build on an existing intranet with additional tools like wikis, blogs, social networks, and search. The implementation approach involves project sponsorship, management, and technical consultation. Stakeholder concerns include strategic issues, management break from process, and technical security risks. An appropriate use policy and knowledge building process are proposed to address concerns and standardize insights into improvements.
The document discusses various metrics related to new car prices and discounts, including:
1. The TrueCar Price Flex Score, which measures how much the transaction price can vary for different models based on inventory and demand factors. Models with low inventory and little price variation receive low scores, while those with high inventory and big price ranges get high scores.
2. The vehicle makes and years that currently offer the biggest discounts from MSRP, with large trucks, 2010 domestic brands, and some luxury brands providing average discounts over 12%.
3. The best and worst days of the month to buy a car based on projected discounts, with September 30th expected to see deals around 8% off and early October over
Once you're on social media, you might be wondering what to do next... This slide deck will give you a few ideas. Presented for the Entrepreneurial Moms group in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
This document summarizes news from the University at Buffalo School of Social Work. It discusses the incoming class profile reflecting more non-resident and international students. It also highlights the new online MSW program. It provides details on faculty awards, promotions, and research. Additionally, it recognizes outstanding alumni and student achievements and acknowledges the school's efforts to transform its curriculum to a trauma-informed and human rights perspective.
This document provides an overview of research projects and initiatives at the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education at UC Santa Barbara. It highlights the work of several faculty members, including Professor Michael Gerber who is examining the community college to university transfer student experience, Associate Professor Maryam Kia-Keating who is using participatory photography to empower Latino youth and address violence and disparities, and Associate Professor Hsiu-Zu Ho who is studying the influence of parents on children's learning in Taiwan. It also summarizes grants, faculty honors, international initiatives, and contributions from alumni.
This document summarizes a program called the School of Life that aims to prevent student dropout. It does this through life skills training taught by paid professionals. The program was implemented in several Utah schools and statistical analysis found it improved outcomes. It increased GPAs by an average of 14% and graduation rates, with 93.6% of seniors on track to graduate completing the program. It also boosted character attributes like appreciation and optimism. The program sees community involvement as key to creating lasting impact. It aims to give students confidence and hope to succeed in school and beyond.
Center for Prison Education Slide-Show 2011russellperkins
A brief introduction to our work at the Wesleyan Center for Prison Education, featuring images of our program in action at Cheshire Prison in Connecticut.
The Southwestern Science Initiative, funded by a $1.3 million grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, is transforming science education at Southwestern University by shifting to an inquiry-based learning model. Phase one involved training faculty over the summer on new teaching techniques to make classes more interactive and student-centered. Changes being implemented include redesigning labs to focus on student-led research projects, incorporating clicker questions and group work. The goal is to better prepare students for careers in science through hands-on learning and collaboration. Assessment over the next three years will evaluate the program's impact on student engagement and persistence in the sciences.
The document provides an update from the dean of the School of Health and Human Sciences at UNCG. It discusses new offices created to focus on community engagement, diversity and inclusion, and internationalization. It also mentions the establishment of new professorships and awards. The dean discusses HHS's role in UNCG's strategic health and wellness plan and honors two founders of the Child Care Education Program. The update notes that some HHS departments have moved to new locations on campus.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
The document discusses the passing of Huey Paul Long, a maintenance worker at USC who worked at the university for over 30 years. Long was well-liked by his coworkers and students for his infectious smile and kindness. The ceremony for the annual Community Service Awards at USC is being revamped this year to include participation from more schools and recognize a broader range of community service work done by students.
The document provides an update on service-learning activities at Queensborough Community College in spring 2015. It discusses new faculty and community partners involved in service-learning projects during 2014. It also notes that 26 faculty participated in a research survey on the impacts of service-learning and 15 faculty were involved in a grant-funded project to promote civic engagement. The update highlights several fall 2014 events involving service-learning students and faculty presenting their work. It includes short articles from five faculty members describing their successful service-learning projects partnering with local schools and organizations.
Southwestern University will receive $1.3 million from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute to transform its undergraduate science education program over the next four years. The grant will be used to implement an inquiry-based curriculum across science departments and double the amount of student-faculty summer research projects. Student-faculty research will be consolidated into a new interdisciplinary program called SURE. The planned new science facility is designed to foster collaboration and enhance Southwestern's tradition of excellence in science education.
This document provides details about a study conducted on the reproductive health of adolescents with special reference to New College in Kolhapur, India. The study was conducted by Amruta D. Joshi, a student at D.K. Shinde School of Social Work, for the partial fulfillment of the degree of Master of Social Work with specialization in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work. The document includes an introduction to the topic, a review of literature, the research methodology adopted for the study, presentation and analysis of data collected, findings, conclusion and suggestions. The purpose of the study was to provide an overview of awareness of adolescent reproductive health among students of New College in Kolhapur.
The Clarion Honors Chronicle - Edition I, Volume IIIEric Zavinski
The document summarizes the Honors Program seniors' presentations of their research projects. It discusses that the seniors presented their work on April 22, 2015 in Founders Hall, with an opening ceremony in the library. It provides examples of two students' presentations, Cayleigh Boniger on comparing Macbeth to Celtic mythology, and Natalie Bond on pronoun acquisition in transitional kindergarten classrooms. Each presentation session awarded a $500 scholarship.
The document summarizes the Honors Program seniors' presentations of their research projects. It discusses the opening ceremony where several speakers welcomed attendees. It then describes some of the student presentations, including one on examining Macbeth from a Celtic perspective and another on pronoun acquisition in transitional kindergarten classrooms. Each presentation session awarded a $500 scholarship to a student selected by faculty and alumni judges.
This issue of the Clarion Honors Chronicle features information about research prospects, in addition to usual features, including the Student and Course Spotlights.
T317 - Scholarships and Bursaries Guide_432x289_Re-WorkedBianca Bartucciotto
The International School of WA is revolutionizing its scholarship program by moving away from exams and instead using an ePortfolio application process that examines students' leadership, community service and academic transcripts. The school's principal believes this allows them to better identify well-rounded students who are a good cultural fit for the school. Applicants are encouraged to include examples of extracurricular activities in their ePortfolio.
This document discusses research at UNCG and its benefits. It highlights how faculty research enhances teaching by providing real-world experiences for students. Research also generates new knowledge that informs future teaching. Additionally, research benefits the local community through economic activity and by addressing social problems. UNCG aims to fulfill its role as a "steward of place" through collaborative research that improves quality of life.
The Honors Program at Clarion University underwent changes over the summer, including relocating its office to a new location in Becht Hall. This has provided benefits like being in a more central location to better inform prospective students. The program has also seen growth, with one of its largest freshman classes ever of over 60 students. Additionally, there are new student leaders in the program, and the changes are hoped to bring more organization and efficiency to benefit the program for years to come.
The Red River Watershed Management Institute conducts research projects on its watershed facility grounds across from the LSUS campus. The wooden watershed building is elevated on stilts and stained from recent floodwaters. Established in 2001, the institute manages the "living laboratory" located in C. Bickham Dickson Park through a contract with the City of Shreveport. The EPA and Anderson Research Foundation have provided funding for research on water quality and ecosystem health in the Red River basin.
This document summarizes an interview with Dr. Michael Gabriel, a history professor at the University of Kansas. It discusses his educational and career path. As an undergraduate, Dr. Gabriel studied biology but realized he was more interested in history. He switched his focus to history against advice and obtained his PhD in history from Penn State University. Dr. Gabriel is passionate about teaching history and interacting with students, finding fulfillment in enriching their learning experiences and seeing the positive impact of his teaching.
The document provides information about Georgia College in a magazine for alumni and friends. It discusses Georgia College being named one of the best colleges in the Southeast by Princeton Review for the sixth consecutive year. It also discusses several faculty accomplishments and new additions to campus facilities like the Maxwell Student Union Commons.
- The document discusses events happening at Sugar-Salem schools in August, including registration dates, back-to-school nights, and teacher training.
- It then summarizes four articles from the school newspaper: 1) About students participating in a promotional video for their high school, praising the school's community and teachers. 2) Offering tips for back-to-school shopping. 3) Profile of a university professor who sends his kids to Sugar-Salem schools because of the quality education and individual attention. 4) Highlighting teachers at Sugar-Salem who go above and beyond, using technology in innovative ways.
1) The document summarizes the graduation of the Sugar-Salem High School Class of 2011, including speeches given by valedictorians.
2) It discusses two graduates - Michael Larson, who received a full scholarship to MIT, and Wilson Rydalch, who will attend the Naval Academy following in his family's footsteps.
3) It provides an overview of expectations for the 39% of graduates attending BYU-Idaho, including the school's honor code and increasing issues with acceptance and housing.
1) The Sugar-Salem High School prom was held on May 7th at the Fusion Zumba Studio with the theme "Written in the Stars". Over 200 students attended.
2) The school district implemented a new internet filter on May 3rd to block distracting websites like Facebook and YouTube and focus computer use on education. It also provides improved security.
3) A district-wide multicultural assembly was held on March 24th where students learned about Russian, Mexican, Polynesian, Afro-Brazilian, and Indian cultures through performances, videos, and presentations. It helped students learn about different backgrounds.
The document summarizes activities and events at Sugar-Salem High School and Central Elementary School. It discusses the school drama club's recent performance of "Accident, West Virginia" and how involvement in extracurricular activities can influence students' futures. It also describes a class of third grade students who campaigned for president, outlining their proposed policies. Additionally, it discusses how an art teacher at the junior high implemented a low-cost papier mache project that fostered students' creativity.
Students in a class at BYU-Idaho were given $50 each to create prototypes addressing health issues in developing countries. Their prototypes included an improved cooking stove made from aluminum cans that reduces smoke inhalation, and a simple septic system made from common household items that could improve sanitation. The projects showed that small investments can significantly improve lives and that students can make a difference through service.
The document provides information about various student activities and programs at a university. It discusses how the Adopt-a-Grandparent program led one student, Mike Jacobson, to develop a lifelong friendship with his adopted grandmother, Margaret Emery, who passed away at age 87. It also mentions that last year there were over 135,000 student participations in hundreds of activities sponsored by Student Activities, and over 2,400 students served in leadership positions. The document emphasizes how experiences in Student Activities programs helped students develop life skills and career advantages.
Wyland, a renowned marine life artist, will restore the iconic Whaling Wall mural outside the AES Redondo Beach power station on March 31st to cap off his career. In April, the Wyland Foundation will recognize one Southern California teacher per day for their efforts inspiring environmental stewardship in students, in celebration of Earth Month. Events on March 31st will include Wyland painting, environmental education activities by various organizations, and a dedication ceremony with speeches by officials and Wyland.
Renowned artist Wyland restored the iconic 586-foot Whaling Wall 31 mural at the AES power plant in Redondo Beach to help promote conservation for Earth Month. The restoration event also recognized 30 teachers for their environmental education efforts through the Wyland Foundation's "Earth Month Heroes" program. Throughout April, additional events will take place like the Los Angeles County Science Fair to continue inspiring ecological stewardship among youth with Wyland's Clean Water educational curriculum and mobile learning center. The initiative aims to create lasting change in environmental attitudes.
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EMPLOYEE NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2012
After hearing that one of her 24 great-
grandchildren enrolled in the Pathway
program, 76-year-old Diedre Lingenfelter
decided to finish her education too.
Currently the oldest member enrolled in
Pathway, Dee, as she likes to be called,
will finally get to finish her education
from the comfort of her own home in
Riverside, Calif.
“Since I enjoy participating with younger
people, my view on the Pathway program
is, as the kids say, ‘awesome,’” said Dee. “At
my age, being able to study at home and
complete assignments without having to go
to class everyday is a blessing.”
Dee attended college in her younger
years but had to halt her education because
she was too busy and had a demanding
work schedule. But in 2007 she began
attending a community college where she
Since I enjoy
participating
with younger
people, my view
on the Pathway
program is, as
the kids say,
‘awesome.’”
diedre lingenfelter,
pathway student,
Riverside, calif.
Back to school at 76
great-grandmother proves
it’s never too late to get
a college degree
» Nikhil Chabra and Rob Eaton
Top: Diedre Ligenfelter smiles during her interview about Pathway. Bottom:
Diedre (right) sits next to her great-grandson Chris Vega.
Diedre Lingenfelter, a 76-year-old great-grandmother (middle), sits during a class discussion in the Pathway program in Riverside, Calif.
was close to qualifying for admittance to
California State University, San Bernardino
and finishing a degree in sociology. But
having to walk more than two blocks to get
to class wasn’t ideal at her increased age, so
she again put her education on hold. This
was unusual for Dee because even at age
76, she considers herself significantly more
active than others of her age.
“I’m not afraid to try something
new and exciting under the right
circumstances,” said Dee. “I recently went
ice skating and sledding with my great-
grandchildren.”
Now she thoroughly enjoys the luxury
of taking classes online at home and
surrounding herself with other students in
a Church-oriented learning environment
that upholds the moral standards she is
comfortable with.
Just last year, Lingenfelter would
have been over the age limit set at 30 to
participate in Pathway. However, with 2/3
of the 36 sites worldwide now including
separated classes for members over the age
of 30, she was able to restart her education
last fall.
“It’s not difficult to get a cohort started
for people over 30,” said Brian Justesen,
Pathway director. “They dive right in and
are hungry to continue their education to
achieve necessary degrees.”
Dee has decided to finish her bachelor’s
degree in general studies rather than her
prior emphasis in sociology. “To have
a program like this available to people
my age is important to me,” she said. “I
consider myself blessed to be active
enough at my age to complete college.”
2. 2 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
Dave Stricklan discovers rare fossil
Biology instructor Dave Stricklan has discovered a previously unknown fossil fish
species. The specimen, Bourbonnella jocelynae, was found near Lehi, Utah 10 years ago,
but was just published and named in December, certifying his find.
Stricklan found the specimen, which barely measures 3 centimeters, in the Manning
Canyon Shale Formation. It is currently on display in the Geology Museum in the
Romney Building. This is a significant discovery because this is the first fish fossil to ever
be found in the area.
“This area is famous for plants, but virtually no fish have ever been found, until now.
It has been an exciting process because it indicates that the area may have been marine,
something not thought of before,” said Stricklan. “It gives me more than just another
story to share in class, but puts me in contact with people on the cutting edge of science.”
This fossil was recently described in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology, noting
that this discovery has opened a deeper investigation into a marine connection between
North America and Europe 325 million years ago. The specimen is the earliest known
representative of its kind from North America.
Winter semester enrollment largest on record
Statistics released for Winter Semester 2012 show a total enrollment of 14,937 students, a
5.9 percent increase over last winter.
Students are taking an average of 13.1 credit hours. In addition, 3,726 students are
enrolled in non day-school programs (including online degrees, Pathway, continuing
education, and high school concurrent enrollment). Combined day-school and non day-
school totals make Winter Semester 2012 the largest to date.
The student body consists of 7,140 male students and 7,797 female students.
Students from Chinese
university study at BYU-Idaho
Five students from Capital Normal
University in Beijing, China, arrived at
BYU-Idaho Jan. 14 as part of a dual-
school study abroad program.
This newly developed program,
initiated last semester, enables BYU-
Idaho students to study a semester
in China and vice versa. BYU-Idaho
students study the Chinese language
and culture as well as serve in the
community, and CNU students will
spend their time pursuing their majors’
coursework, engaging in campus
activities, and participating in the
Chinese Cultural Association. This is
the first semester CNU students will
study at BYU-Idaho.
Dr. Scott Galer, chair of the
Department of Foreign Languages
and Literatures, said the program is
primarily intended to build cultural
bridges and continually improve
the relationship between the two
universities.
Student Activities helps
teach classes
Beginning this semester the Depart-
ment of Health, Recreation & Human
Performance is bringing in reinforce-
ments: Student Activities. Because the
high demand for skill-based courses
is greater than the current number of
instructors, the department has started
using Student Activities for compet-
ency-based courses such as cross-
country skiing and mountain biking.
Depending on their skill level,
students can go on excursions with
Student Activities and then take field
and written tests for course credit. If
students feel they’re already competent
in a specific skill, they can skip the
excursions and go straight to the tests.
“In our traditional courses we can
have no more than 11 students in a
skill-based class, which limits us to only
30 students a year,” said Kari Archibald,
recreation management instructor.
“Now that Student Activities is helping
with our courses, any student can receive
those credits. We are able to reach more
students at a lower cost without lowering
the quality of education.”
University News Briefs
This fish fossil, discovered by Dave Stricklan, is the earliest known representative of its kind from North America.
3. JANUARY 2012 l 3
Introducing two new medical programs
As part of a new partnership with Salus University (SU),
BYU-Idaho students can complete both a bachelor’s degree in
health science and a master’s degree in physician assistant (PA)
studies in just five years.
Salus University has guaranteed to admit four BYU-Idaho
students into its 3+2 program every year. Students complete their
first three years in health science at BYU-Idaho, and then move to
Elkins Park, Pa., where they attend graduate school at SU for two
additional years.
“Two years ago we were contacted by SU representatives
to place four of our best students in their physician assistant
program,” said Greg Klingler, health science faculty and SU
liaison. “Because of our partnership, BYU-Idaho students’ chances
of getting into SU go from 1-50 to roughly 1-3.”
BYU-Idaho is also creating an applied associate degree for
physical therapist assistants. It is currently being developed, and
the Department of Health, Recreation and Human Development
will offer this degree in 2013.
Mark Nygren teaches entrepreneurship
courses at Chinese university
After being contacted by one of the 30 universities in China
permitted to teach entrepreneurship, Mark Nygren, a faculty
member in the Department of Business Management, knew that
this was a great opportunity to go on a teaching fellowship.
During the fellowship, Nygren spent over a month in Nanning,
China, teaching four business classes at Guangxi University.
“I enjoyed my teaching experience in China. The students were
very kind, thoughtful, but a bit timid,” said Nygren. “I also had the
opportunity to share a workshop with all the faculty on how to
integrate entrepreneurship into their classes.”
When not teaching he was involved in backpacking through
China with his family. Nygren spent time in Beijing, did a Habitat
for Humanity build for earthquake victims, hiked the famous
Tiger Leaping Gorge, and hiked to two monasteries in the
mountains where he was taught kung fu.
Since there is no branch of the Church in Mainland China,
Nygren and his family would listen to church on Sundays via
a virtual branch. “I had the opportunity to share my testimony
over the Internet with the rest of the virtual branch members. It
was amazing to hear the gospel on the other side of the world,”
said Nygren.
I~Comm revamps agency structure
to provide a greater real-world experience
This semester I~Comm Student Media began implementing a
competitive-entry admission model for its agency.
Modeling other professional agencies, I~Comm’s agency
will have around 30 positions ranging from graphic designer
to account executive to give more opportunities, defined roles,
and be able to produce full-scale advertising and public relations
campaigns.
geology museum offers
new attractions
» Spencer Allen: Junior, Communication
With careful planning and renovation, the BYU-Idaho
Geology Museum on the first floor in the Romney
Building is once again open to the public.
While under construction, volunteers from multiple
departments were enlisted in the project including
construction, art, geology, and communication students.
“As much as possible, we’ve been trying to provide
students with real-life experiences,” said Forrest Gahn,
instructor in the Department of Geology. “It’s a win-win-
win situation. It’s good for the instructors, the students,
and the community.”
On the east side of the museum rests one of the new
attractions, a 13-foot mural depicting an ancient
environment. The painting is closely intertwined with
the fossilized shrimp, fish, insects, and plants in the
mirroring exhibition. The specimens on display are
brought to life by being depicted in the mural in their
reconstructed habitat.
Another added feature of the museum is the redesigned
minerals exhibits. Prior to the renovation, shelves were
piled high with multi-colored rock formations. Now,
selected minerals are on display showing their beauty.
Although the renovations for the main museum are
complete, it will continually experience change.
Besides the permanent displays, exhibitions from other
universities or museums will occasionally be showcased.
The first travelling exhibit is on the Idaho ice age. The
Idaho Museum of Natural History has agreed to loan the
university materials for this exhibit on a long-term basis.
In addition to the museum itself, the hallways leading
up to the museum entrance are under construction. The
exhibits in the hall will include the origin and expansion
of the universe, the solar system and earth, and displays
about stars. The main hallway leading to the museum
will showcase the planets on the ground and will be
placed in a way to teach the relative distance between
planets.
4. 4 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
QUESTION 1
Q: Will the President’s Q&A be broadcast
so instructors and students living outside
of Rexburg can participate?
A: We will look into repurposing the video
of each Q&A online so it can be accessed
by anyone.
QUESTION 2
Q: What is the potential for a student
who holds a steady job throughout his
schooling and receives a high cumulative
GPA from BYU-Idaho to go on to an Ivy
League school? Does BYU-Idaho have a
good reputation for producing academics
of a sufficient caliber?
A: We currently have BYU-Idaho
graduates in more than 100 graduate
schools. These schools offer very high-
quality programs, are all over the country,
and offer 200 different degrees. Good
schools look for leadership ability; they
look for experience where you have
shown your ability to perform well in a
work setting. Students looking to pursue
graduate studies at a particular institution
should get advising help from the
Academic Discovery Center, which can
help students prepare.
QUESTION 3
Q: What role should we expect
BrainHoney’s gradebook to take in our
courses?
A: BrainHoney is intended to be
the permanent location to preserve
assignments and maintain grades.
However, all faculty should back-up
their course information outside of
BrainHoney.
QUESTION 4
Q: Are there any plans to develop
training that would keep administrators
and staff up-to-date, given that every
employee is a teacher?
A: We have a strong desire to create
training opportunities across the board,
especially as we look at increasing our
number of student employees. We have
a new HR director who has started,
and he understands this is one of our
challenges and opportunities and will
help us determine how to move forward.
Our greatest and most important resource
is our people, and investing in them is
worthwhile.
QUESTION 5
Q: Are there any plans for the Kirkham
Building?
A: The short answer is yes. We’ve
discovered that it would cost about as
much to remodel the Kirkham as it would
to tear it down and build something new.
We have some very interesting ideas
revolving around multiple-use buildings
that could serve academic, ecclesiastical,
and office space needs, as well as provide
room for an auditorium similar to what’s
in the Kirkham now. Multi-use buildings
would save the Church a lot of money
by avoiding the construction of new
stake centers because the buildings could
accommodate stakes on Sundays and
academics during the week. This idea is
not approved, but we’re hopeful we’ll have
a solution within the next few months.
The decision will involve the Presiding
Bishopric, the Board of Trustees, and
BYU-Idaho as we try to determine what
the right solution is for the long term.
The President’s Q&A occurs monthly, where President
Clark and university vice presidents answer submitted
questions. Questions for an upcoming Q&A may by
submitted to Kathy Webb at webbk@byui.edu.
President’s Q&A Recap
january 5, 2012
A Day in the life of ...
A BYU-Idaho cadaver
» Stephen Henderson: Graduate, Communication
As a group of students gathers around
the table in the fluorescent-lit space, a
specimen is uncovered and prepared for
today’s demonstration; a show and tell of
the areas within the skull. A tiny video
camera on a metal stand hovers next to the
instructor’s head, sending the image of the
dissection to a screen in the corner of the
room.
In a typical day the BYU-Idaho
cadaver lab may see a range of visitors.
From biology and music students taking
an up-close and personal tour of human
anatomy to local EMTs brushing up on
their knowledge of vital organs, the four
cadavers are some of the most valuable
teaching tools on campus.
“We’re incredibly fortunate to have
access to this resource,” said Sidney
Palmer, chair of the Department of
Biology. “There’s really no better way to
study the human body.”
Each of the cadavers, on loan from
the University of Utah, spends a two-
year stint at BYU-Idaho. “They come
to us embalmed but without autopsies
performed,” said Palmer. “As we perform
our dissections we often run into old
injuries, surgeries, and diseases, which is a
great learning experience for the students.”
The laboratory is equipped with a
portable camera and microphone, which
sends a live feed to TV screens inside and
out of the room. And with more than
1,200 students per semester studying the
specimens, many observe dissections and
lectures from just outside the lab space.
“Being able to see everything beyond
slides and textbooks is an amazing
experience,” said Chris Ricker, a senior
studying biology. “Working with them
was a little shocking for me at first, but it’s
really enjoyable once you get used to it.”
But more than biology students learn
from the specimens. Kinesiology classes
study muscle groups, vocal performance
students study air passages, and art
students use them as models for figure
studies. Local groups come to study them,
as well, says Palmer. For years, EMTs and
nurses from around the area have come
to review and practice simple medical
procedures.
5. JANUARY 2012 l 5
Matthew Longmore in
front of the Taj Majal
When you enter the Student Health
Center, a student receptionist greets you.
When you have your blood tested, the
student lab technician draws it. When
you pick up your prescription, the student
pharmacy coordinator hands it over.
Throughout the entire Student Health
Center, students have become an integral
part of the medical process.
“We’re the only university I know
of that has undergraduate students so
involved within their medical center,”
said Shaun Orr, health services director.
“We have students working as billing
coordinators, secretaries, lab technicians,
TB surveillance managers, and area
directors. Generally, students wouldn’t
receive an experience like this until in a
graduate program.”
Starting last July, the Student Health
Center heavily integrated students within
its management, making it possible for
students to receive a hands-on experience
whether it’s as a human resources
coordinator or a pharmacy technician.
Among the 48 employed students,
seven are in management positions.
James Cooper, current student area
director, is a senior studying health
administration but has the duties and
responsibilities of a health services
director. “My duties consist of ensuring
everything runs smoothly day-to-day;
mentoring students, reviewing budgets,
leading councils, and creating policies,”
said Cooper. “Even though I am a student,
I am given a lot of leeway to constantly
improve the patient’s experience at the
Student Health Center.”
The Student Health Center is one of
the largest primary care clinics in the state
of Idaho with only seven general primary
caregivers. These primary caregivers are
not just doctors, but also mentors to their
assigned students.
“As doctors, we have the students
do everything that doesn’t require a
license,” said Andy Bradbury, Student
Health Center medical director. “I have
two students who are hired to work with
public policy, so I give them instructions
and they go from there, checking back
periodically to ensure they are on the
right track.”
➝ student employment
special
feature
David Tinkorang greets students as a medical receptionist.
Just what the doctor ordered
Student employees become heavily integrated at Student Health Center
» Jessica McIntyre: Senior, Communication
Ana Saucedo works as a student phlebotomist drawing blood for lab work. Jenna Haderlie takes X-rays as a student radiology assistant.
James Cooper, student area director, discusses business items with Renato
Silveira, student operations lead.
Student Medical Assistant Melissa Beus schedules patient appointments.
6. 6 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
Students Ryon Hays (left) and Jeff Kenly (right) help customers at the campus Sprint Store. The University Store took over operations in December.
Employees get new
perks with Sprint
cell phone plan
» Spencer Allen: Junior, Communication
The Sprint Store located in the University
Store is now a Sprint Authorized Retailer,
bringing new perks for full-time and
permanent part-time employees.
Previously a third-party company
operated the store, but in an effort to
improve customer service, offer a broader
selection of accessories, and increase the
variety of devices, the University Store
took over operations in December.
Additional Phone Options
The transformation from kiosk to
store, among other things, means that all
Android phones associated with the Sprint
portfolio are now available, as well as the
iPhone 4 and 4S. The only devices not
included are Blackberry and Nextel.
Lower Data Charges
Employee data rates for 3G and
4G phones have also decreased. These
unlimited data plans were previously $9.63
per month but are now only $5.78. The
new price will take effect in next month’s
billing cycle.
“When everything else in the world
is going up in price, we were able to
negotiate and bring down the data rate to
an unbelievable cost,” said Jarred Brandt,
Sprint Services coordinator.
Monthly Fees
All devices except the iPhone will
continue to incur the regular $15.95
per-line monthly fee, along with an
additional charge of 3 cents per minute.
The iPhone will cost slightly more at
$38.80 a month per line, which includes
unlimited data. The per-minute charge
of 3 cents will also apply. All users,
regardless of phone, receive the standard
package of free Sprint mobile-to-mobile,
unlimited text messages, and free nights
(7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and weekend minutes.
Demo Phones
Another benefit is the implementation
of additional demonstration phones,
which allow customers to try out the
features and capabilities of available
devices. Previously the store only had one
demo phone, but they will soon have four.
Meetings will be held Thursday at 10
a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Hinckley Gym to
provide additional information and answer
questions. Employees may also contact a
University Store representative at Ext. 3469
or at the University Sprint Store.
HIGHLIGHTS
SPRINT CELL PHONE PLAN
• Greater selection of Sprint phones
• iPhone 4 and 4S now available
• $15.95/month per line
(excluding the iPhone)
• $5.78/month for unlimited data
(excluding the iPhone)
• $38.80/month for iPhone plan
(including unlimited data)
• 3 cents per minute (all plans)
• Free nights and weekends
• Free Sprint mobile-to-mobile
• Free calls to 496 prefix
7. JANUARY 2012 l 7
As the first lecture of the semester for
Alan Holyoak’s Foundations science class
begins, he projects on the overhead screen
a simple drawing he hopes will set the stage
for his students’ next 14 weeks.
“This is the ‘continuum of truth’
introduced to me by geology instructor
Daniel Moore,” he says, motioning to a
horizontal line stretching across the board,
two small lines intersecting it at two points.
“One end is bounded by observation,
and on the other end by doctrine. The
area between observation and doctrine
represents truth, and beyond either mark
is a zone of speculation. Unfortunately for
some people, their concept of truth fails
to incorporate one end or the other, and
all too often relies heavily on too much
speculation and personal opinion.”
According to Holyoak, some students
come to BYU-Idaho with a ‘guarded
distrust’ of the sciences. “I try to let
them know that in this life our goal is
to search for truth wherever it can be
found,” says Holyoak. “The idea of the
continuum is that whether you have truth
through revelation, or we have scientific
understanding that’s based on observation,
all truth is going to fit together.”
Since the Foundations program began,
instructors have surveyed groups of
students to gauge their opinions of the
sciences. In the Fall 2010 semester, 1,414
students were enrolled in all sections
of Science Foundations 101, and every
student was surveyed before and after the
course. “For every question we asked, with
very rare exception, we saw statistically
significant shifts in favor of science over
the course of the semester.” says Holyoak.
“And this has been the case every term.”
Holyoak attributes much of the course’s
success to the wise counsel given by
President Kim B. Clark at the launch of the
Foundations program. “President Clark
stressed that our job was to do three things:
Alan Holyoak teaches about science and religion and how they work together as part of his Foundations science class.
teach all the science we could, affirm the
faith, and avoid speculation,” says Holyoak.
“We have tried to follow that counsel.”
Truth is truth regardless
of its source
Over more than 30 years of studying
the sciences, instructor Brian Tonks has
developed several principles upon which
he bases his scientific inquiry. “Some of
the apparent conflicts between science
and religion can be fairly severe,” says
Tonks. “And if you’re going to deal with
science at all in your life, you need to
have some kind of way to deal with these
conflicts. Otherwise, myths about science
and religion are perpetuated to the next
generation.”
Just like Holyoak and other instructors,
Tonks takes time in class to establish
understanding and eliminate biases that
students may hold. “These principles have
helped me maintain a clear view of truth,”
says Tonks. Following is a summary of
these principles.
• Inherent value in science. Like art or
music, science is a creative activity
and has value in and of itself.
• Truth. Truth is truth regardless of its
source. Seeking truth should always
be our end goal.
• Leave out all bias. It is unfair to
impose one’s own biases on another
culture.
• Science is always evolving. Our
models of understanding are
constantly improving; the earth was
once flat, now we know better.
• God is the creator. How He did it is
much less important than the fact that
He did do it.
• Faith. Faith is the operative principle
in both science and religion.
The 1910 statement issued by the First
Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, perhaps says it best:
“Our religion is not hostile to real
science. That which is demonstrated,
we accept with joy; but vain philosophy,
human theory, and mere speculations of
men, we do not accept nor do we adopt
anything contrary to divine revelation or to
good common sense. But everything that
tends to right conduct, that harmonizes
with sound morality, and increases faith in
Deity, finds favor with us no matter where
it may be found.”
Where science and religion meet
instructors weave religious truths into science curriculum
» Stephen Henderson: Graduate, Communication
8. 8 l BYU-IDAHO NEWS & NOTES
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Since July, Janna Nelson has been
drowning in invitations, bouquet orders,
and guest lists prepping for her two oldest
children’s weddings, which were separated
by only seven weeks.
“These last six months have been more
than overwhelming, but of course, in the
end it was all worth it,” said Nelson. “The
greatest challenge, though, was to see my
family dynamics change in a short period
of time.”
Even though Nelson was flooded with
taffeta and ribbon, hosting parties is where
she shines. She was once told she just
needs to host a party to be happy about life.
“One of my favorite things about my job is
that I get to plan luncheons and dinners
for campus guests,” said Nelson. “Now
as president of the University Women’s
Association, I organize a quarterly event for
all female employees on campus.”
After planning two weddings, Nelson is
eagerly waiting for summer to roll around
and huckleberry season to begin. The
Nelson family spends their August nights
at Moody Creek picking huckleberries.
“As soon as huckleberry season sets in
there is a buzz humming through Rexburg.
It is difficult to pick huckleberries though;
you can labor for hours just to come away
with a few handfuls,” said Nelson. “I was
told once that you know you have a good
friend when they give you huckleberries.”
Along with picking huckleberries,
Nelson and her family enjoy trips outside
of Idaho. “We have done cruises all around
Mexico, but my favorite trip was a 10-day
vacation to Barceló Maya beach,” Nelson
said. “When someone tells me to go to my
happy place, I am laying on that beach.”
Clenching the fence, Dallyn Zundel’s
knuckles turn white. Focused on Pivot
Point, the sleek gray quarter horse races
through the red dirt. With 300 yards to
go, Pivot Point stumbles and Zundel gasps,
clenching the fence tighter. Recovering
quickly, the horse picks up speed and
slowly passes multiple opponents — but it
isn’t enough. Zundel’s pride and joy takes
third in the richest American quarter horse
race in the country.
Growing up in Ashton, Zundel raced
horses for his father and grandfather
during his teenage years. But racing Pivot
Point was the highlight of his horse racing
career. “He stumbled twice in that race and
still got third; he could have gone all the
way,” said Zundel. “Because of the stumbles
he took, Pivot Point’s knees were ruined
and he was never the same.”
Along with helping with his father and
grandfather’s horses, Zundel’s first real job
was working at Les Bois Park, a horse race
track in Boise. There he helped train and
prep horses for races, but he realized it
wasn’t what he wanted.
“I love the sport, but I knew it wasn’t
what I wanted to do the rest of my life,” said
Zundel. “I soon found a new love, and that
was painting. I love teaching the Intro to
Drawing class at BYU-Idaho; I love being
an artist.”
Zundel loves to paint landscapes
and regularly takes trips through Provo
Canyon to paint the mountains. “My
family sometimes comes along and reads
or fishes while I paint,” he stated. “One of
my favorite paintings I have created is of
Mount Timpanogos at night.”
Janna Nelson
Education & Human Dev.
Office Assistant
Start Date: August 2007
Hometown: Rexburg, Idaho
Dallyn Zundel
Online Instruction
Remote Adjunct Faculty
Start Date: January 2010
Hometown: Orem, Utah
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