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Alumni Awards Harcum Highlights Athletics Alumni Spotlight

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Dear Friends,

It’s a very exciting time at Harcum!We started Fall 2009 with our highest enrollmentin the past twenty-five years with 1,152 students. Of that total, 451 are new students.This record increase is a testament to the relevancy of career preparatory educationalprograms in this challenging economy.

We continue to add programs with Pre-Nursing and Occupational Therapy Assisting debuting this Fall.Overseeing the quality and development of our curricula is Julia Ingersoll, newly appointedVice Presidentof Academic Affairs & Legal Affairs and Dr. Donna Parker, recently hired as AssociateVice President ofAcademic Affairs.

One of our major areas of focus is scholarships.There is a great need among current and prospectivestudents who hope to realize their educational goal at Harcum College during a time of scarce financialresources. Students struggle with expenses as lending has diminished considerably.Among those specialneeds is the ability of a student to live on campus.Although we have the capacity, many students can’tmake it work financially.These are usually the very students who would benefit greatly by being in a stableresidential environment.This is an area where alumni can make a huge difference.Your contributions to theHarcum Fund earmarked for scholarships would help immeasurably.

It is my belief that every student who studies at Harcum College should have some exposure to the finearts. Learning through the arts is not only part of our history, it has proven to support greater academicachievement.Whether it is visual arts, music, dance, or drama individual differences in culture, educationalbackground, and ability are often melded through this exposure. Our commitment to the arts includescontinued efforts to renovate The Little Theatre and Richter Hall. Eventually, we will celebrate the arts,in varying forms, from one end of the campus to the other. Sachi Mallach, who has joined Harcum asVice President of College Advancement, will be spearheading our efforts to obtain the resources torealize these aspirations.

The next few pages celebrate Homecoming 2009. Despite an onslaught by a cold and dreary nor’easter,it was a busy and fun-filled day with record attendance—a craft fair in Klein Hall, family activities in thestudent lounge, volleyball and basketball in the gym were all heavily attended.There was also an alumni teaat the President’s House in the afternoon where alumni achievement was recognized and members of theClass of 1959 received their golden bear pins in honor of their 50th reunion. It was also the debut ofHatcher, the Harcum bear.You’ll love him.

The following pages will update you on all that is happening here at Harcum College. It’s important to methat you get involved and keep in touch.We’re a relatively small family but we have great things to celebratetogether.The MyHarcum.com website is a great way to connect with your classmates and friends.There arealways opportunities for you to continue your relationship with the Harcum family—mentoring students,joining the alumni board or sharing your ideas. I particularly enjoy hearing from you and knowing aboutyour journey.

Best regards,

Jon Jay DeTemple, Ph.D.

Message fromthe President

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Contents2.......Homecoming

8.......Athletics

9.......Golf Tournament

10.....Harcum Highlights

12.....Greetings from Bedford Hall

14.....Alumni Stories

16.....Faculty Notes

17.....Class News

22.....Honor Roll of Donors

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Carol GreenwoodAdministrative [email protected]

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Sachiko MallachVP College [email protected]

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Despite the cold, rainy weather, Harcum’s Homecoming was a greatsuccess, attracting members of the Harcum alumni, students and theirfamilies and even members of the local community!

Harcum’s First Annual Craft Fair premiered in Klein Hall featuring awide range of items including eclectic jewelry, dolls, fancy hula hoops,knitted apparel, holiday decorations and sweet treats. Family activitieson the second floor—children’s crafts, games and a DJ—drew crowdsthroughout the day.

Earlier in the morning, our Dental, EFDA and Veterinary TechnologyPrograms hosted continuing education classes in the Academic Center.Dental student table top presentations were displayed in the library.Coffee and conversation with Dr. DeTemple was held in the StudentLounge where he discussed his vision for Harcum with severalmembers from the class of 1959.

Harcum’s athletics were well represented, too. The Women’s Volleyballteam earned their 13th win of the season in a game against MorrisCollege in the Klein Gym. The men’s basketball team hosted a clinic forkids who were eager to shoot with the team. For the second year, theLady Bears Women’s Basketball team took on the Lady Bears Alumniteam in an exciting game in the late afternoon.

Rounding out the day was the Alumni Tea held at the President’s Housewhere the National Alumni Awards were presented (see pages 4 and 5)and the class of 1959 received their golden bear pins in recognition oftheir 50th reunion. “Hatcher” the Harcum Bear made a guest appearance!

“I get excited thinking about [this year’s Homecoming]” said PresidentJon Jay DeTemple in a campus-wide email: “the good times people had,the re-connections, the building of new friendships. We successfully putour best foot forward.”

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Hula hoops were ahit at the Craft Fair.

Christina Cowley ‘08 admires the Interior Designdisplays that were set-up at Homecoming.

Heidi Steppacher, RaheemShaw and Sherell Brownsold raffles to benefit theearly childhood educationprogram.

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Staff members volunteered to inflateballoons to decorate Klein Hall.

Guests enjoyed abarbeque in Klein Hall.

Jane (Reifenberg) Maytin’59, Golden Bear inductee,brought her 1959yearbook to sharewith friends.

Latasha Oliver got herportrait drawn by thecaricaturist – one of thefamily activities of theday.

Forty-four crafters displayed their wares.

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r. Jon Jay DeTemple andhis wife Karen hosted anafternoon Tea and AwardsCeremony in their home.

President DeTemple welcomed everyoneand introduced Cynthia Cisick Canevari ’90,National Alumni Board member and chairof the alumni awards committee. Cynthiapresented awards to two recipients in atten-dance and recognized the other three awardwinners. Everyone was encouraged to visitthe AlumniWalk leading to the AcademicCenter to view the plaques that have beenplaced near trees planted for the award win-ners. Each awardee also received a pottedplant as a personal keepsake.Several members of the class of 1959

were present to receive a pin and formalinduction into the Golden Bear Societywhich recognizes their 50th class reunion.

Mary Ann Skelton Oaks ‘52Service to the Association AwardMary Ann served as a member of the

Harcum College Board of Trustees from1997-2009 and has been a member of theNationalAlumni Board since 2004. She haschaired several events for Harcum and hasbeen active in recruiting alumni to recon-nect with the school.MaryAnn is a loyal fanof Harcum’s athletic programs and enjoysattending both men’s and women’s basket-ball games.

Jeanne Lawler Frank ‘82Outstanding Alumna AwardIn 1997, Jeanne launched her own busi-

ness - Options in Time, a wholesale watchcompany.The endeavor combined her 20years of retail experience with her knowl-edge of specialty timepieces, fashion trendsand customer needs.What began as a one-woman venture has become a $10 million-a-year business servicing some of the hottestcelebrities and top retailers in the world.

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Mary Ann Skelton Oaks ’52 andJeanne Lawler Frank ’82 show offtheir personal keepsake “tree”.

Class of 1959: Judith GrossmanMagiday, Maxene Spector Greenfield,Jane Reifenberg Maytin, Gail StraussGoodman were inducted into theGolden Bear Society.

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The NationalAlumni Board is seeking nominations forthe 2010 OutstandingAlumniAwards. If you or some-one you know has made substantial contributions tohis/her community, profession or to Harcum,we wantto know. Please submit names and background infor-mation to [email protected] or call 610-526-6060by February 15, 2010.

Call for Nominations!

Cynthia CisickCanevari ’90,NAB, AwardsCommitteeChair

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Jennie Brown ‘02Outstanding Young Alumna AwardJennie is a talented artist whose unique

designs adorn such items as drinking glasses,stationery and handbags. Jennie is a trueentrepreneur and has never in her successforgotten Harcum. She communicates on aregular basis with the Alumni Office and isconstantly asking how she can be involvedin mentorship to our current students andyoung alumni.

Elizabeth Fitz Hedrick ‘80Community Service AwardElizabeth makes giving back to her com-

munity a priority. She has been involvedwith therapy dog programs since 1996,mostrecently with the SPCA of Central Florida.As part of these programs,Elizabeth and herdogs visit nursing homes and schools, helppeople learn to read and teach children aboutresponsible pet ownership. Her efforts havebeen acknowledged by Disney through agrant to the SPCA and by the President’sAward, a national recognition under thePoints of Light Program.

Faye Rieder Bennet ‘46Lifetime Achievement AwardFaye passed away a year ago, but the

awards committee and alumni associationstill felt she was deserving of the award. Shewas a pioneer in the sport of sailing, blazingthe trail for women. Faye’s long list of firstsinclude being the first sailing judge in theShe last came to campus in October2005 where she was the keynotespeaker for Harcum’s 90thAnniversary celebration.

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Chairman of the Board of Trustees Denis Boyle and Harcumalumna Vanessa Holloway ’06


Kerstin Potter, Director of the Occupational TherapyAssisting Program played the recorder as backgroundmusic for the alumni tea.

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4TH ANNUAL DENTAL EXPOSATURDAY, MARCH 6, 2010Harcum College Academic Center8:30am-4:00pm6 CEUsSeveral exhibitors; drawings; lunch included; discountsfor alumni, PDHA and EFDAAssociation members.Three morning and three afternoon courses to choosefrom- bring the entire office, there’s something forevery team member!

SaveThese DatesSEALANT SATURDAYSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 20109:00am–noonFREE for any child 7-14 years old.Each child will receive an oral exam,sealants,oral hygiene instructions and a fluoride treatment.Appointmentsrequired! Contact Harcum Dental Clinic at 610-526-6113.

VOLUNTEER!We need licensed dental hygienists to volunteer tosupervise the current dental hygiene students during this event.CallTheresa Simms to volunteer, 610-526-6015.

The Dental Hygiene, Expanded Functions DentalAssisting (EFDA) and Veterinary Technology programsoffered two credit courses for alumni, faculty, staffand community members.

ContinuingEducation CoursesDuring Homecoming


Alumna from the class of 1988, Ann McClenaghan, BS, CVT, delivereda presentation on veterinary hospice care and grief support.

Susan Giorgio, RDH, presentedChallenges and Change – PennsylvaniaDental Hygiene Association GovernmentalRelations for dental hygienists.

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The Dental Hygiene Honor Society, Sigma Phi Alpha, conducted abusiness meeting following their CEU, from left: Margaret Stanley’09, Sherri Hawk-Aleardi ’96, Jean Byrnes-Ziegler, StephanieMarkos ’02, Loraine Craft ’08, Susan Doebling ’92, Sylvia Britt,Lauren Ross ’06

Jane Specht, RDH from Premier Dentalconducted a course on tooth whiteningfor the EFDA attendees.

Dental Hygiene Table Clinics were displayed in the Library, from left:Lorena Garcia, Bhumika Zalavadia, LeeAnn Reed

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Record Breaking Seasonfor Women’s Volleyball

ith only one returning play-er, the Lady Bear’s brand-new volleyball team had athrilling 09-10 season.”“This season was huge for

the team,” explains coach Carrie Bourgo.After several months of hard work, the LadyBears made it to the RegionalTournament,but lost their final battle against DelawareTech-Terry by only two points.Their finalrecord was an impressive 15-4, the higheston record for HarcumWomen’sVolleyball.

Carrie joined Harcum’s staff inAugust of2008 from Cincinnati,Ohio,where she wasthe assistant varsity volleyball coach and coachof junior varsity volleyball at CincinnatiChristian High School.A dedicated volleyballplayer for several years, she participated in thevarsity volleyball team and as a camp coun-selor at Cornerstone University in GrandRapids, Michigan, where she earned herdegree in Elementary Education in 2008.Carrie’s goals are clear, as outlined on the

team’s new t-shirts which read: “PassingExpectations – Setting aTradition –AttackingGoals – Serving a Purpose.”

Harcum Bears BasketballSeason Outlook RevealsHigh HopesWith the nucleus of last year’s team

returning,expectations are high for the 2009-10 edition of Harcum men’s basketball.HeadCoach Drew Kelly (99-26, 5th season) willwelcome back his starting backcourt fromlast season, and the combination of sopho-mores Antonio Bumpus (Columbus,OH/Eastmoor), a first team all-region anda third team NJCAA Division I All-American selection as a freshman, andJeremiah Bowman (Washington,DC/Notre

Dame), the Bears best all-around player lastseason averaging 10.4 points per game, 5.7rebounds per game, giving the Bears one ofthe top guard tandems in the country.“Guardplay is always key, and having two talented,experienced guards should bode well for us,”says Kelly.Co-captains for this season are 6’5”wing

DemondVance (West Chester, PA/East) and6’1”guard C.J.Scott (Seaford,DE/Seaford).Inthe frontcourt,Harcum will also return twoveterans from last season:6’11”center DiyaaldinKelley (Philadelphia, PA/Braceti) and 6’10”BerendWeijs, a native of the Netherlands.Harcum will welcome a talented cast of

newcomers to compliment the veteran play-ers.Fans should expect to see big things from

freshmen guards Stuart Clarke (WindsorMill,MD/Friendship Collegiate) and PercyWoods (Suitland, MD/Crossland). On thewing, sharpshooter Ed Reed (Milwaukee,WI/Rufus King), high flyer Andre Paulk(Kent, OH/Roosevelt), versatile forwardKeith Mitchell (Woodbridge,VA/Hylton),and the athletic Taj Givens (Harvey,LA/Helen Cox) have the potential to beimpact players.

Women’s Basketball UnderNew LeadershipThe women’s basketball team is led by

first-year head coach Sheila DiNardo.CoachDiNardo came to Harcum after a highly suc-cessful stint as a high school coach inDelaware, most recently at ArchmereAcademy. One month into the season, theLady Bears are off to an excellent start,witha 5-0 overall record.They have been led byfreshmen Ana and Carmen Cruz, identicaltwins from Lititiz,Pa.,who together are aver-aging 32 points per game!

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Current Lady Bears took on the alumniteam for the second year in a row.

Youngsters get shooting tips from themen’s basketball team at a clinic heldduring Homecoming

The Women’s Volleyball team beat Morris College at the 2009 Homecoming game.

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Harcum Students Bring NewCheerleading Program to LifeDuring the summer of 2009,current first-

year student and Human Services majorLatasha Oliver brainstormed ideas for the firstever Harcum Bears Cheerleading Program.Advisor JanelleWilliams, admissions coun-selor,was recruited to assist and guide a groupof students anxious to get the program offthe ground. Prior to the Fall semester,Williams helped the students secure fundingfor uniforms, recruited two coaches, andbegan the process of making cheerleading asustainable program for the future at Harcum.Coach Chaka Moore holds over 20 years

of professional dance experience andAssistantCoach Erneisha Moore will lead in cheer.Erneisha has over 17 years of cheerleading& coaching experience.The Harcum Bears Cheerleading squad

will not only raise morale during athleticevents, they’ll engage in spirit-based initia-tives on campus, like “Spirit Mondays” and“ProfessionalWednesdays.” On Mondays,the squad will dress in their cheerleadinguniforms to promote HarcumAthletics, andas the squad prepares for the working world,they will dress business casual onWednesdays.The squad will also be requiredto perform 30 hours of community serviceeach semester.


Save the Date!Monday, June 28, 2010 at the LlanerchCountry Club, Havertown, PA

For more information and to see a list of sponsor-ship opportunities, please contact Carol Greenwoodat 610-526-6060 or by email at [email protected]

The Tournament that Wasn’t…Was a Great Success!Although the Kevin D. Marlo Golf Classic didnot take place on the course in 2009, generoussponsors did bring in the green for studentscholarships, raising over $31,000. This year we willbe celebrating the tournament’s 10th anniversary.Join us on June 28, 2010 at Llanerch Country Clubin Havertown, PA as we hit the fairway. Help usmake 2010 a Hole in One.

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Silver SponsorTustin Mechanical Services

Chairman’s ClubFederal Home Loan Bankof PittsburghFirstrust

President’s ClubMain Line HealthSodexo Campus Services

1915 ClubWoodring-Roberts Corporation

Charles H. Trout ClubCBIZ, Inc.Haverford Systems

Birdie SponsorArmstrong, Doyle & Carroll, Inc.Aqua PennsylvaniaBryn Mawr Trust CompanyDenis Boyle, Chairman of theBoard of TrusteesILEADJon Jay DeTemple,President Harcum CollegeSamuel P. Cimino, DDS, Trustee

Special FriendsAlexander Klein, TrusteeJohn Hayden, V.P. ofFinance & OperationsThe Brownstein GroupVincent J. Gaitley

ContributorsBeatrice C. Blackman,’55, Trustee & NAB*Christopher LutzComcast SpotlightEdward L.Woehling, DDSJanet PyewellJohn Edward ZollerJoshua KleinJ. R. Finio & Sons, Inc.Mary Ann Oaks, ’52 & NAB*Mary Harcum, ’81 & NAB*Mitchell WexlerNew York Painter’s SupplyPacilio’s PizzaThomas Giamoni, TrusteeYangming

*National Alumni Board Member

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2009TOURNAMENT SPONSORS

From left: Floor - Raina Laisster, JessicaSofronski, Elizabeth Roane; Standing -Na’Shay Harris, Latasha Oliver, JasminBailey, Melissa Donahue, Gysel Graham,Elizabeth Gooch, Khaleea Greer

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Harcum kicked off its Fall 2009 Semesterwith a record enrollment of 1,152 stu-dents, the highest number in decades.Of that total, 451 are new students. Thisnumber reflects the hard work of Collegefaculty, staff and administration in devel-oping new programs based on businessand professional needs, recruiting newstudents and making students happy andproductive at Harcum.

AcademicsAfter conducting an extensive search,

Harcum has a newVice President of AcademicAffairs and Legal Affairs, Julia Ingersoll. Juliamoved from her former position as head ofHuman Resources and Legal Affairs inSeptember.The College continues to seek additional

site approval to add to its eight LeadershipProgram sites.New programs begun this Fall arePre-Nursing and Occupational Therapy.Continuing Studies EFDA offerings are givenboth offsite and on the main campus.A newprogram in dental anesthesia is being developedand faculty are being trained.

GrantsHarcum was the recipient of a Federal ear-

mark in the amount of $287,000.The Collegewill use these funds in support of technology inthe form of the development of additional ‘smart’classrooms and upgrading student computersand technology in the library.Additional fund-ing is being requested in the coming year.The Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial

Fund awarded the College a gift of $10,000 inMarch for technology upgrades to the Dentalcomputer lab. A $14,500 grant from the McLeanContributionship underwrote the purchase ofa new dental operatory in the clinic.

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Fundawarded the Nursing Program $42,077 forscholarships with an additional $4,477 from theIndependence Blue Cross Supplemental and$8,547 from the Edna McKenzie Scholarshipprogram.

DevelopmentSachiko Mallach joined Harcum in August

as the new Vice President of CollegeAdvancement bringing experience from herwork in higher education at the University ofNew Mexico and most recently with theChester County Historical Society.Her priori-ties include engaging alumni and communitysupport for Harcum to complete key projects,such as the LittleTheatre renovation and to raisemoney for scholarships.There’s more about herplans in this issue of Patches on page 12.

On November 6, Harcum’s OccupationalTherapy Assistant (OTA) Program welcomedrepresentatives from Genesis Rehab Services at areception on campus.Genesis, one of the coun-try’s leading providers of innovative, therapeutichealthcare, contributed a Midland Space-Savertable for Harcum students to use in the class-room.The addition of the OT table to the class-room will enhance student learning and prac-tice for years to come.Speaking to OTA students,faculty and administrators, Genesis RehabPresident Dan Hirschfeld said,“we are very excit-ed about supporting Harcum students and lookforward to establishing a strong partnership.”

Students view intricate details of a dentaldemonstration via a resolution documentcamera and ceiling projector purchased withgrant funds from the Ethel Sergeant ClarkSmith Memorial Fund.

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Campus NewsA small fire in theAcademic Center on March

5 caused minimal short-term damage but resultedin a long-term “green” advantage for Harcum asrenovation work was completed over the summer.Carpeting, lighting, paint, sprinkler systems andceiling tiles were replaced throughout theAC,usinglow-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint,glue-free recylable carpet “tiles” and energy-efficientlighting. Faculty and student input in the designprocess resulted in color choices of pleasant shadesof yellow, blue and grey in the paint and carpet-ing. Many students and faculty have commentedpositively on the AC’s new look.Harcum interior design students have present-

ed a plan for aVictorian-style restoration of theRichter Hall front porch as a display space andreading/relaxation spot for students.The goal is tocontinue the process of integrating Richter Hallinto academic and student life and eventually cre-ate an arts center for Harcum. Student lounges inPennswood and Klein Halls have new furnitureand other upgrades to the physical plant are in theworks.

Harcum in the NewsThe Philadelphia Business Journal reported in

May on Harcum’s first graduating class of neuro-diagnostic technicians, and a July interview with a2009 Harcum graduate, Katy Frishmuth,was fea-tured as an InsideView on Carolyn Lawrence’spopular blog admissionsadvice.com

Online ConnectionsThe Harcum.edu website has been updated

with new program content and new links. In addi-tion to its longstanding MySpace page on theInternet, Harcum now has its own Facebook andTwitter pages featuring a variety of campus infor-mation, Harcum stories, links and news stories.Harcum’s Lady Bears volleyball team also has a newFacebook page.And of course, check in onMyHarcum.edu to stay in touch with class-mates and friends.

—Anders Back,Director ofPublic Relationsand Marketing

Genesis Rehab Services contributed a Midland Space-Saver table to the OTA program. At thededication, from left, back row: Garry Pezzano, Vice President-Clinical Practice; Shirley Weaver,Vice President of Operations of Territory 2; President Dan Hirschfeld; Laverne Russell, Directorof Clinical Operations of Territory 2; Harcum President Dr. Jon Jay DeTemple.

Front row: Jessica Fulmino; Clinical Specialist of Education; Diane Durham, Senior Directorof Education and Staff Services; Kirsten Potter, OTA Program Director.

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s a new member of Harcum’s team, I’dlike to introduce myself. I’m thrilled tobe part of your college and hope to havethe opportunity to meet you.Harcum isa unique place and, like many things in

life, its challenges are helping to make itstronger.The College has transformed itselfin some fundamental ways since EdithHarcum established the school in 1915.Whathas been interesting to me is that while stu-dents’ experiences at Harcum have variedfrom decade to decade, the Harcum alum-ni with whom I have met share some inter-esting traits.Regardless of when they graduated or

from what program, Harcum alumni areachievers.To use an expression from the1950s,Harcum“girls”become powerful, spir-ited,determined Harcum women. (The menseem to be on the same path.) In my 13 years

in development, I have never met so manyalumni who have founded or are runningtheir own businesses.They are active con-tributors to their professions, their families,their religious congregations and commu-nities.They are not afraid to take risks torealize their dreams.

It’s my hope that more Harcum alumniwill channel that energy and enthusiasm backinto their alma mater.Unlike larger institu-tions, Harcum is a place where individualcontributions of time, expertise and dollarsmake a real and immediate impact.In the brief time I’ve been at Harcum, I

can see that once our alumni put their mindsto something, they achieve it.Think of thedifference we can make at Harcum by work-ing together!”Please let me know your thoughts

and feedback. I encourage you to reachme direct ly at 610-526-6005 or [email protected].

Regards,Sachi MallachVice President of College Advancement

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Harcum now offers a new part-time option for itspopular Physical Therapy Assisting Program, the onlyone in the region.

The Academic Center was renovated in the summer of 2009 withnew paint, lighting, carpeting and ceiling tiles.

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T2009 Phonathon: Students volunteered to help update alumni about the new myHarcum.com website.

VOLUNTEER!Your life experience and time can make a significant difference to our students and

alumni outreach efforts.Here are some current opportunities:• mentoring current students or recent graduates• encouraging classmates to stay connected with the College through our online communityat myharcum.com• volunteering at events like Homecoming or the Kevin D.Marlo Benefit Golf Classic

CONTRIBUTE!Don’t think that your gift is too small to make a difference – the Harcum Fund pools togeth-

er individual contributions to make a significant impact. It helps Harcum offer financial aid todeserving students, retain and recruit dedicated faculty and staff,upgrade our facilities and keep ourtuition competitive with our peers.While the unrestricted support that the Harcum Fund provides is vital, you can also choose

to designate your gift to a specific program or department, student programming, financial aid,capital project or other purpose.Giving is easier than ever on Harcum’s secure online site: www.myharcum.com.We thank

you for your support!

How Can I Help?

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Cross-Cultural FriendshipCaren Nasahl came to Harcum as an

exchange student from the University ofEducation in Freiburg,Germany to expandher cultural understanding of the UnitedStates.Amisha Patel, from Surat in India,attended Harcum College’s Allied HealthProgram in preparation for a nursing career.Both Caren and Amisha met in the

Intercultural Communication class taughtby Associate Professor Kerstin Potter in thefall of 2008. Bridging their vastly differentbackgrounds, they became best of friends.

When Harcum students studied abroadin Freiburg,Germany,Caren naturally tookon the role as local guide—showingAmishaand her other classmates the University, thesights of the city and the ins and outs ofGerman everyday life.In the summer of 2009, Caren and her

boyfriend traveled to India to stay withAmisha’s family in Surat, India.Now it wasAmisha’s turn to be the local guide.Together,they explored the cities of Udaipur, Jaipur,and Delhi, visited theTaj Mahal, and climbedMt.Abu.

Phi Theta Kappa HonorSociety InductionA tea and induction ceremony was held

on May 14 for new members of this inter-national honor society for two-year collegestudents, PhiTheta Kappa (PTK).Harcumfaculty member Gail Sklar initiated thisevent in hopes of reviving the local chapterand Harcum’s participation in the nationalsociety.

Membership in PTK is based on highacademic achievement and is by invitationof the local campus chapter only.President DeTemple, Dr. Edward

D’Alessio and Iota Kappa Chapter advisorGail Sklar greeted 65 inducted Harcum stu-dents at the ceremony,which featured speak-er G. Tracy Johnson ’04, advisor to thePsychology and Counseling Program atEastern University. Johnson encouraged thenew members to help others achieve theirgoals by becoming peer tutors.The new members were inducted in a

candle-lighting ceremony conducted byHarcum’s PTA clinical coordinator and PTKadvisory committee member Shaun Madary.The Chapter

donated dozens ofchildren’s books asa community serv-i c e a c t iv i t y toShawn Johnson ofWesley House inChester, PA, a 68-bed facility servinghomeless familieswith children inDelaware County.

Interior Design CompetitionHarcum senior,Alexis Pew, placed sec-

ond in the KlingStubbins 7-hour“charrette”competiton.Alexis was among 65 area designstudents from local Colleges to compete,including several 4 year institutions.The chal-lenge of the competition was to quicklydevelop a basic design scheme for an inter-active restaurant and to present the solutionin a clear organized manner.The designproblem was to create a dining experiencewhich will allow customers to become moreinvolved in the many processes—from prepa-ration to presentation—surrounding the cre-ation of a meal.The venue will also incor-

porate a demonstration kitchen and appro-priate technology to allow the productionof 30 minute television segments to show-case the chef ’s cuisine.The space will be partrestaurant, part cooking school, and partdemonstration kitchen.

A Family Affairby Suzanne CotterBrenda Mason started a family trend

when she returned to school in 2004 at theage of 50.With a home to maintain and aneducation to cultivate, she knew she need-ed a school that was invested in her success.“I had been in and out of community

colleges while my children were growingup,” explains Mason,“but I was looking foran academic experience that would support,encourage and empower my educationalgrowth and development.”When Ms. Mason came to Harcum in

the fall of ‘04, this support was exactly whatshe found.“The faculty and staff at Harcum mod-

eled a spirit of dedication, professionalismand limitless possibilities,” she remembers;“from the first day I set foot on campus, Iwas supported, challenged and empoweredto pursue the educational journey I’ve heldin my heart since graduating from highschool in 1971.”One professor’s encouraging words chal-

lenged Ms.Mason to“let my age work as anadvantage instead of a handicap,” she recalls.Immersing herself in the college experience,she participated in several departments acrosscampus; she served as a peer mentor, tutorand counselor, took an Internship at the BrynMawr Health System, and even participat-ed in the yearbook committee during hersenior year.All the while,Mason found timeto study, relax and occasionally enjoy a pic-nic lunch at Harcum’s serene suburban cam-pus.


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Ms.Mason graduated from Harcum in2006 with an Associate’s degree inPsychology.Through the McBride ScholarsProgram for non- traditional college age stu-dents, she earned her Bachelor’s degree inPsychology from Bryn Mawr College in2009, concentrating in Education andGender and Sexuality Studies.Presently,Ms.Mason is a Bryn Mawr College graduatestudent enrolled in a dual degree programto earn her Master of SocialWork and SocialResearch, and Master of Law and SocialPolicy.“It is my intention to use my skills to fur-

ther my work in counseling, and supportingindividuals challenged to live with a positiveHIV diagnosis.”Mason explains. She hopesto one day encourage others to engage insafer sex practices in an effort of prevent thespread of HIV/AIDS.Ms.Mason’s son-in-law,Raheem Shaw,

had reservations about returning to college atthe age of 27.Uncertainty about the appli-cation process seemed daunting, especiallyseveral years after high school graduation.However, through witnessing the success ofhis mother-in-law,Raheem finally found themotivation to mail his application.Shaw started classes in the fall of 2009 in

the Early Childhood Education program.“Raheem couldn’t believe the ease of theapplication process,” said Dean ofAdmissions,Nicola DiFronzo-Heitzer, who served as amentor during the process.Also followingthe family trend, Brenda’s son LeonardMason, started taking classes at Harcum afew years ago,planning to earn a Psychologydegree.When asked if she encouraged son-in-

law Raheem and son Leonard to pursue aHarcum degree, she responded:“Of course!However,” she continued,“witnessing mypersonal and academic growth was the majorfactor in their decision to attend Harcum…they both felt they could come to Harcumand forge their own individual paths.”

On April 22, 2009 alums from the Philadelphia region enjoyedMake-up and Martinis at Saks Fifth Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, PA.Proceeds benefited the Harcum Fund. Participants received adiscount on their purchases and enjoyed refreshments and freebeauty consultations.


Student Alison Fresne gets aprofessional makeover.

The English Language Academycelebrated their 25th anniversarywith an international food tast-ing and reggae concert onTuesday, November 17, 2009.

ELA students in the traditional dressof their native countries: ChickaYoga, Japan and Neslihan Demirtus,Turkey.

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Leslie Mickles, RN-BC, MSN, EdD(c)Assistant Professor of Nursing atHarcum has received a new certification bypassing the American Nurses CredentialingCenter’s Certification in Nursing ProfessionalStaff Development.

Nursing Professional Development practiceprovides learning activities intended to buildon the education and clinical expertise ofpracticing professional nurses post academia.These learning activities are designed toenhance nursing practice, education, admin-istration, research, and theory developmentwith the goal of promoting quality patientcare in pace with constant medical advances.

Eligibility criteria to sit for the exam includesholding a current, active RN license in a stateor territory of the United States or the pro-fessional, legally recognized equivalent inanother country, hold a baccalaureate orhigher degree in nursing, having a minimumof 4,000 hours of clinical practice in nursingprofessional development within the last fiveyears, and having completed 30 hours ofcontinuing education.

The American Nurses Credentialing Centeris the largest and most prestigious nursecredentialing organization in the UnitedStates. ANCC's certification and portfoliorecognition programs validate nurses' skills,knowledge, and abilities. ANCC boardcertification and recognition empowersnurses within their professional sphereof activity and contributes to betterpatient outcomes.

More than a quarter million nurses havebeen certified by ANCC since 1990, andmore than 75,000 advanced practice nursesare currently certified by ANCC.

“We are all very proud of Leslie's accom-plishment” said Dr. Marian Slater, ProgramDirector for Nursing.

Carole Champlin Program Director forGeneral Studies will be visiting Portugal fora conference on a new teaching technique.

Donna Broderick Director of MedicalLaboratory Technology & Allied HealthScience traveled to Louisville, KY to serveas a Poultry Judge at the 2009 National4-H Poultry and Egg Conference held inNovember. The annual conference allows4-Hers from all over the country to competein educational events that help them learn tomake and defend decisions, speak publicly,and gain poultry-related skills. Donna’s teamis currently ranked #1 in the Nation.

Lyn Back ESL teacher In 1999, afterreturning to the United States from a difficultyear working with a peace team in Serbiaand Kosovo, Lyn Back discovered a booklong out of print. The book “We Didn’t AskUtopia” was written by a Quaker couple wholived in Russia in 1937. It made such a pow-erful impression on Lyn, who is also aQuaker, that she began researching the lifeof the authors, Rebecca Sinclair Janney andher husband Harry Timbres. Based on herresearch, Lyn wrote a Pendle Hill pamphlet,“Rebecca Janney Timbres Clark, Turned inthe Hand of God” in 2007. Followingcompletion of that project, Lyn worked as aconsultant for the American Friends ServiceCommittee researching the Quaker Mission

in Poland. In 2008 she received a grantfrom the Lehman Fund to spend a monthin Poland retracing Rebecca and Harry’sfootsteps. When she returned, she wrote anarticle “A Quaker’s Quest in Poland”, whichwas accepted for publication by the FriendsJournal in 2009. She is currently working ona new project, “Shadows on the Stage”based on correspondence concerning theQuaker Mission that was recently discoveredin an archive in Warsaw, Poland.

Dr. Richard Cooper Director ofDisability Support Services is presentingat a conference titled “AccommodatingStudents with Disabilities from High Schoolto University: Implications for Teaching &Learning”, on Nov. 13th at the DesmondConference Center in Malvern, PA.

Donna Parker Associate Vice Presidentfor Academic Affairs completed a disser-tation on the topic: African American Pastors’Wives. Her submitted abstract was acceptedfor presentation at the National Associationof African American Studies (NAAAS)Conference to be held in Baton Rouge,Louisiana in February 2011. NAAAS is theonly multi-cultural education researchassociation in the United States.

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1936Jessica (Crosby) Fay &Jane (Cone) RobertsFloridians Jane Roberts & Jessica Fay hopeto get together for a long overdue lunchsome time in 2009. Both ladies keep busyschedules. Jane is a docent at the DaliMuseum in St. Petersberg, while Jessica or“Jeckie” as she is known, is an avid golferand is involved in several charitable organi-zations. Both would enjoy hearing fromother Florida alumnae and from classmatesor graduates from the late 1930’s. Jane canbe reached at [email protected] andJeckie can be reached at [email protected].

1956Merle (Berman) HolmanThrough Facebook I have heard from GayVerbit (twin to Gwen) and Linda Kates.Anyone out there from 1955/56? One of mydearest friends is Barbara Gordon ’57. Also,my Cousin Frieda (Kimmelman) Graves.Anyone out there who remembers our littletheater and dancing with Jerry Salima sendme a note.

1963Merrie (Kristol) Forstein andNancy (Blum) UrbachMerrie and Nancy reconnected as telephoneand Internet friends through the Harcum

Alumnae Assoociationabout 5 years ago.Finally after 46 years,Merrie and Nancy reallyreunited in a tropicalrestaurant in the Mall ofAmerica near Merrie’shome in the Minneapolisarea. Nancy andWalter(who live in Arizona) werein Minnesota for a

reunion of his Vietnam army buddies and tomeet his granddaughter’s future in-laws. Theyhad a wonderful time going over the photo’sin Merrie’s Junior and Senior HarcumYearbooks.

1964Cheri LeemanI retired from teaching in 2002; I still havemy primary residence in Kona, HI. I also livein Columbus, OH nearer my family for partof the year. I am enjoying retirement andhave kept active. Would love to hear fromany of my former classmates.

1966Harriet (Sokolow) JosephsonI retired from Social Security Disability inDecember 2006. I have been spending mytime visiting grandchildren and doing vari-ous volunteer works. I have 2 grandchildrenand 3 grand dogs. I live in SpringfieldIllinois.

1967Ann Barton SullivanI live in California. I have 32 year old twinsons. Aaron was married July 7, 2007. I amlooking to connect with anyone from theclasses of 1963 or 1964.

1969Lydia (Shelby) CoyleMy husband Cap and I live in Delray Beach,FL. Our 31 year old son Peter was married ayear ago and has returned to college tobecome a landscape architect. Our 27 yearold daughter Carrie was married last yearand we have a granddaughter Campbell.We are visiting Rehobeth Beach, DE. often,as she lives there.

1971Virginia (Romane) LandisEveryone from the class of 1971 let’s gettogether and go to the reunion. I would loveto visit with you all. I am currently living inPittsburgh.

1972Randi (Howard) FitzpatrickI went to Harcum Jr. College back in 1971and stayed at the dorm: Pennswood. I don’tknow if anyone remembers me, but I wouldlike to try to correspond with anyone whodoes, like Connie Goldman, Bonnie Kallen,Sharon? We were all in the PennswoodDorm. If anyone remembers me please writein “Memories” on the alumni website.Thanks & take care!

Barbara HowardFinally, here is another class of ’72 grad.Heather shouldn’t have to carry all theweight. News of HJC alum sightings:Found Sally Price (nee Brecht) in Maineand Hilary Caston in Laguna Beach, CA.My new husband and I have bought ourfirst home together in Apopka FL. Lifecouldn’t be better. I am Bubbie to two,and about to be Bubbie to two more.

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1977Judy (Volpe) GeorgeHi - looking for Sue Boyce and Sharon Brower.Penswood Hall - animal technology [email protected]

Susan NalenczHi class of 1977 anyone out there: Camilla,Suzanne, Kathy. My life has been unbeliev-able at times. I’m now an RN, just graduatedin 2007. They say you’re never too old to goback to school! Grant and I finally gotaround to getting married after 25 years, butI kept my name. Hope to hear from you girls

1978Janet (Bragg) Brodie8Maribeth, Karen, Kim, Barb, Sue, Ellen, Betsy,Julie, Carol. Hey, any of you guys out thereanywhere? I would love to hear from you!

Catherine (Weaver) WestI have been married to Kenneth West, Sr.since July, 1990. I am the mother of twosons (Kenneth, Jr., who passed on 09-23-07)and Keith. I am also the grandmother ofKeshon.

I have been employed with the City ofPhiladelphia, Police Department, sinceMarch, 1994 as a clerk typist. I would like tohear from former classmates. Contact me [email protected].

1979Susan (Sandt) DollMy husband and I took our two sons(Brandon 20 and Greg 17) to Germany forChristmas. We visited my brother Gary andhis family. They took us to the Volkenbergcaves in the Netherlands; Bruge, Belgium;Trier, Germany; Amsterdam and Cologne,Germany. It was a wonderful trip. They live ina village near Heinsberg. To my Harcumclassmates: I hope we can get togethersoon—maybe for our 30th Reunion!

Lynn (Dettra) BozzelliI’ve been out of college far too long, but lifehas been good to me. I am an OfficeManager of a large company that manufac-tures and markets internal fixation instru-ments and implants. My children are collegeage and have made me very proud. I love totravel, watch professional sports, and read.

Bonnie (Markovitz) SchatzHello to the ladies in the Expanded FunctionDental Assisting Class of 1979! I have fondmemories of those 2 years we spent togetheras the very first EFDA class at Harcum and ofour instructor Darlene Van Bemmel Ryan.(Seems like a lifetime ago!) I hope all of youare doing well!

Helene (Soltus McBride) SalloI have fond memories of my friends BrendaCaufman, Rhonda Harner & WendyHaverstick. What ever became of you all? Icame back to live in the Phila area 3 yearsago. The Harcum days seem forever ago!

1980Carolyn (Blanck) Castaldi-VeloricIt has been 29 years since I graduated. Mydaughter is an equine massage therapist, myson an EMT and I am happily married. I workfrom home helping families concerned abouthow harsh chemicals can cause or worsenheadaches, anxiety, attention problems, asth-ma, immune deficiencies, allergies and evencancer! Our company is 24 years old and offerssafe alternatives to products available in stores.

Kathleen MoynihanI am currently living in Old Tappan, NJ withmy 17 year old daughter Krissy. I would loveto hear from all my friends from Harcum. Iam working as an administrative assistant ina local construction firm. I cannot believehow the years have flown by. I may bereached by e-mail at [email protected].

Joanne (Zahora) WeyandJust checking in to see if any other 1980graduates are registered on the alumni web-site...I don’t see many friends here, I hopethey find this soon!! I still live “at theshore”...I hope Jamie is still around and hi tomy sister-in-law Judy Martucci Zahora.

1983Bonny (Mumbauer) MillarI graduated with honors in 1983 and com-pleted the Vet Tech practicums in 1984. Istarted work at the New Bolton Center at theUniversity of Pennsylvania the day after com-pleting my large animal practicum. I was amedicine charge nurse for five years, special-izing in neonatology. I then moved to RhonePoulenc Rorer to work as a toxicology techni-cian for two years. I met my husband in 1990and moved to England the following year.Upon arrival in the UK I was head hunted forthe job of Head Nurse at the prestigiousRossdale and Partners Equine practice inNewmarket. Over the past 16 years I haveassisted in the design and implementation ofa purpose built hospital, was on the teamresponsible for the foundation work on theEquine Nursing certificate with the Royal

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College of Vet Surgeon (RCVS). I have alsoexamined and assessed competency for theRCVS, lectured, published, trained scores ofnurses and vet interns, and work as an ambu-latory nurse for our local racing yards andstud farms. Last year I became the presidentof the national representative body-TheBritish Veterinary Nursing Association. Quitean accomplishment for a vet tech studentfrom Pennsylvania who was told, by theHarcum course director at the time, that acareer change should be considered. It wasfelt that I did not have the ability to passexams or grasp the content of the syllabus(I graduated with honors).

I hope I do not come across as bragging,that is not my intention. What I want toconvey to Harcum vet tech students is to notgive up if you truly feel committed to yourchosen field of study. We do not all thrive ina classroom environment and many of usprefer hands-on instruction alongside theory.I could have easily quit and ended up neverleaving my comfort zone if it weren’t for mydesire to see veterinary nursing progress.

1989Karin (Berger) WaldenHello Equine Studies people! Wanted knowhow friends from class 1989 are today?!Lots to share, so feel free to email [email protected]

1985Dana Barbry-NubleI have two granddaughters. Devyn Nicolewas born 1-11-2008. Kylei Tracey was born11-1 2008. Both are happy and healthy andfilling my life with so much joy!!!!

1997Dana (Maziarz) DiVentiHi! I am living in Exton, PA and am workingat Sunrise of Paoli as amedication care man-ager. In addition, I amalso certified as aHome Health Aide.October 20, 2007 I gotmarried to a wonderfulman named Jim. I amdefinitely going to pur-sue the healthcarefield. Life is great.

1999David RabinovitchAfter graduating from Harcum in 1999I have since graduated from Drexel Universitywith a degree in drug and alcohol counsel-ing. I just started an internship and I am stillworking full time at Staples. I really believemy time at Harcum was helpful and wouldlove to hear from any of my classmates. Iwas good friends with Jennifer Slear ’98 &Joanna Rossi ’98.

2000Susan Hall-PrinceI am now Susan Hall-Prince, and am happilymarried to a great man who has 2 beautifulchildren, ages 14 and 11. I am presentlyworking in a dental office as a hygienist, andam in my 4th semester at Penn College ofTechnology going towards my bachelor’sdegree in Health Policy and Administration.The clinical aspect is getting to be too tire-some for me. I hope to hear from some ofmy classmates from the hygiene programclass of 2000, and hope you all are doingwell.

2001Kristalene BollingerIt’s been a long time since I’ve seen a list ofmy class members. Life is good and it’s neatto see how many people’s lives havechanged. I’m currently living in Mexico. Myhusband is Mexican and teaches music andwe have two cute little boys. I do dental clin-ics here in Mexico with a dentist and it issuch an incredible experience, like no other. Ishould really have a group of dental hygien-ists come down and experience what it’s liketo cleaning villagers’ teeth here. Many havenever had cleaning and you can only imaginewhat stuff you find. Hope everyone is well.

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LILLIAN (GRAHAM) SNYDERClass of 1932 of Phoenixville, PA passedaway in 2009.

BETTE (CLAYPOOLE) BOYKOClass of 1941 of Swarthmore, PA passedaway on February 2, 2009. Betty was themother of Harcum alum Lynda Wolf-Brotemarkle ’67, Charlotte Mark, LauraMaola and John Boyko, Jr. Bette loved andsupported Harcum for many years. She wasa sweet lady who will be missed dearly.

JEAN (TRUSS) SMITHClass of 1944 of Berlin, MD passed awayon July 30, 2009 at her home in River Run atthe age of 85. Jean was born in Wilmington,DE on September 12, 1923 and was thedaughter of the late James and Ethel Truss.She was married to husband James for 62years. They had three children. After spendingtime around the US with the Navy, they set-tled in Ft. Wayne, IN. where James becamePresident and CEO of Magnavox. Jean was ahomemaker and involved in St. Barbara’sGuild at Trinity Episcopal Church, presidentof the Newcomers Club, Little TurtleInvestment Club, Women’s Reading Cluband The Christmas Bureau.

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(LIPPINCOTT) JAMISONClass of 1945 of Centreville, DE passedaway peacefully May 18, 2009. She wasborn in Wilmington, DE in 1926 and residedin Centreville until her death. In addition tograduating from Harcum, she also graduatedfrom Ursuline Academy. Bette was a memberof the Rehoboth Beach Country Club,Henlopen Acres Beach Club and theUniversity & Whist Club. She was preceded indeath by her husband of 51 years, one sonand her sister. Bette is survived by herdaughter and two sons and one grandson.She will be remembered for her zest for lifeand for her devotion, love and dedication toher family.

FAYE (RIEDER) BENNETTClass of 1946 of Beach Haven, New Jerseypassed away on August 14, 2008. Faye wasan exceptional woman and pioneer in thesport of sailing. She attended Harcum whileher husband was serving in World War II andwas popular with both classmates andteachers. Faye’s achievements include animpressive list of firsts. She was the firstfemale sailing judge in the U.S., the firstwoman to compete in the U.S. Men’sChampionship, the first woman to chair theU.S. Junior Championships Committee, thefirst woman to join US SAILING’s Board ofDirectors and the first woman to be electedpresident of her regional sailing association(North Jersey YRA). From the time she was ajunior sailor in the 1940s to her passing, shecontributed significantly to the sport at alllevels. The United States Naval Academy rec-ognized her significant achievements in sail-ing by inducting her into their Sailing Hall ofFame. Faye received the Harcum AlumnaLifetime Achievement Award posthumouslyat this year's Alumna Tea (see page 5).

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PATRICIA (EWING) HENDRICKClass of 1949 of Shreveport, La. Passedaway December 3, 2008 at the age of 78 inher home. “She was a gracious Southernlady and held great presence in the commu-nity. She was a supporter of many organiza-tions in Louisiana and she will be deeplymissed.”-Virginia K. Shehee.

Patricia was active in the ShreveportSymphony Guild, Shreveport Little TheatreGuild, Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet, SpringStreet Museum, Shreveport Art Guild and theSociety of the Colonial Dames of Americaalong with many others. In 2001, she wasnamed one of 10 Times Best Dressed Womenin Northwest Louisiana, which she sharedwith Mrs. Shehee. Patricia graduated fromLouise S. McGee School in New Orleans andHarcum College. She is survived by threesons, two stepsons and a stepdaughter, aswell as five grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren. “Having known Patricia sinceI was 15 years old, she has always been awonderful and loyal friend.”-Mary HopeLong. She will be missed by many.

WILMA (WOLF) BANETClass of 1956 of Bala Cynwyd passedaway July 20, 2009. Wilma was the motherof Harcum alum Toni A. Banet ’77 and CraigW. Banet. She was also the sister of SondraMargolis.

MICHELE (CANE) SILVERBERG.Class of 1965 I am sad to report the lossof my Harcum roommate and friend. Michelewas a funny, loving person and will bemissed by all who knew her. –Diane (Daley)Moss ’65.

SUSAN ELIZABETH CURTISClass of 1969 of Kennett Square, PApassed away July 8, 2009 at the age of 60.She enjoyed spending time with her friendsand family, bird-watching, playing cards andbingo, shopping, antiquing and photography.She also looked forward to her visits to thefamily cottage on Orr’s Island in Maine. Sheis survived by siblings, nieces and nephewsand her beloved orange cat named Sam.

MARCY (LEVINE) GARELICKClass of 1970 of Studio City, CA passedaway in 2002. Marcy was in the EarlyChildhood Education program while attend-ing Harcum. Her husband Michael stillresides in California.

MARY JANE LEITHEISERClass of 1979 passed away on November3, 2009 after a 4-year battle with cancer.“MJ” or “Emme” was born in Reading, PAto Barbara and Harry Leitheiser. She workedat Conestoga Animal Hospital before hercareer change to sales at Clauser’s BusinessEquipment. Until June 2009 she worked atWrigley’s office supply in Boyertown, PA. Sheis survived by her parents, an uncle, cousins,and her Pug, Lucy. She was predeceased byher fiance, Steve Engle.

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President’s CircleGifts of $10,000 or more

AlumniKathryn Quarles ’49

CorporationsFederal Home Loan Bankof Pittsburgh

FoundationsEthel Sergeant Clark SmithMemorial Foundation

McLean ContributionshipPennsylvania Higher EducationFoundation

Scholler Foundation

FriendsJohn C. & Chara C.HaasIone A. Strauss

TrusteesDennis S. MarloHilary Strauss

Philip & Esther KleinSocietyGifts of $5,000 to $9,999

CorporationsFirstrust

TrusteesSamuel P. Cimino, DDSMarvin B. LevittiesHeather Rodale ’72Louise Strauss

Maud L. Marren SocietyGifts of $2,500 to $4,999

CorporationsSodexo Campus Services

FoundationsAICUPLindback Foundation

TrusteesBeatrice Carpenter Blackman ’55Denis C. BoyleThomas J. GiamoniAlexander KleinKarin TakiffSusan Steinberg Zises Green ’64

Martin Zipin SocietyGifts of $1,000 to $2,499

AlumniSandi Gold Feinberg ’64Suzanne Fleisher Roberts ’41Elizabeth Cook Werth ’68Lynda Wolf-Brotemarkle ’67

CorporationsCBIZ/Mayer Hoffman McCann, P.C.Europa Building Associates Inc.Haverford SystemsSmithBarneyWoodring-Roberts Corporation

Faculty & StaffJon Jay DeTemple, Ph.D.

FoundationsBewkes Family FoundationThe Rittenhouse Foundation

TrusteesDenise McGregor ArmbristerDr. Nancy O. Brown

Katherine B. O’NeilSocietyGifts of $250 to $999

AlumniKathryna Blum Barone ’52Betty Boyko ’41*Jeanne M. Lawler Frank ’82Betty Spaulding Haas ’42Josephine Cobbs Jones Holt ’38Kathryn Levin Unger ’64Nancy Blum Urbach ’63Jean Smith Whitby ’52

CorporationsArmstrong, Doyle & Carroll, Inc.Aqua PennsylvaniaBlack Horse Antiques, LLCBrownstein GroupBryn Mawr Trust CompanyPremier Dental Products Co.

Faculty & StaffDr. Edward R. D’AlessioTimothy ElySusan FriedlandDr. Philip GiarraputoJohn HaydenStephen J. PipitoneJulie TaddeoMadeleine Wrightson

FriendsDr. John ChambersGary R. DiLellaJoseph DiorioChristian HavemeyerWilliam JohnsonCharles S. McDowell

Purple & White ClubGifts of $100 to $249

AlumniKayla Kutner Austin ’59Susan J. Doebling ’92Lena Mae Jacobs Dulling ’45Susan Grove Engberg ’79Marianna Rothrock Flowers ’52Pamela McClure Hamilton ’79Mary Harcum ’81Ann Sproule Hunnicutt ’50Marlene Ritardi Inman ’68Michele F. Kelley ’04Cheryl A. Leeman ’64Alice Ernst Lippincott ’47Ann Boyden Taft Lockwood ’44Jane Reifenberg Maytin ’59Ann Skelton Oaks ’52Susan Silver Price ’65Carol Chapman Saxon ’61Nan Simonson Towne ’47Taube Richman Weinberg ’59

CorporationsPacilio’s PizzaW.W. Norton & Company, Inc.

Faculty & StaffAnders BackDr. Richard CooperSergey HarlamovNikolay KarpaloStephen KleponisCarol R. LinfootJo-Anne H. PerkinsonCharles J. PetersKerstin P. PotterKatherine E. PrestonRaymond RodgersGail J. SklarDr. Marian SlaterJean Treadwell

FriendsHarry BuchmannDr. William ChafeSharon D. HoltMr. & Mrs. Drake & Karen McFeelySusan ScharyEdward L. Woehling, DDS

OrganizationsStudent Dental Hygienist AssociationUniversity of Pennsylvania DHAA

Harcum Gifts Honor RollGifts received July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009

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AlumniJane E. Elliott Baynum ’92Mary T. Hannigan ’99Donna C. Corey Karfunkle ’63Patricia A. Lehman ’00Patricia D.Richardson Levin ’53Lisa R. Hanold Maginnis ’86Rhonda Newmark-White ’77Rezan Ozmucur ’00Donna Lacheen Satir ’68Mary Jo McDonald Schimaneck ’73Donna Terwelp Shreiner ’73Lila D. Suna ’68Mindy J. Heilweil Teich ’74Betty Hawes Vlamis ’57Diana Weir-Smith ’87Judith A.Williams Zepp, HT, ASCP ’76

CorporationsBank of AmericaMatching Gifts Program

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Faculty & StaffJean Byrnes-ZieglerCarol MartinMartin RanftAmy J. Shumoski

FriendsJosette M. BonafinoJanet Z. CasperLynne Y. HoytJanet C. PyewellBarbara H. SaffordJohn Edward Zoller

OrganizationsMontg/Bucks Dental Hygienists’Association

ParentsAnne CascarinaSharon E. RutkowskiGloria Copeland Smith

Harcum Spirit ClubGifts of $5 to $49

AlumniNatalie Katzenbach Allen ’81Jane Anderson ’81Karen D. Palmer Arehart ’92Nancy Hornstine Bazrod ’61Lisa Pershken Butteri ’82Diane Michalowski Church ’90Randi Fernbach Cohen ’72Christine Daniels ’73Maria Della Valle ’07Mary Jo S. DiPalma ’80Aviva J. Dickstein Dubrow ’97Deborah Brokhoff Evans ’74Carol Brooks Farley ’57Susan J. Mensinger Fegley ’69Merrie Kristol Forstein ’ 63Heidi A. Ockenlaender Guess ’90Nancy A. Hess-Smith ’76Cindy L. Metzgar Hoffman ’81Laura McCormick Hyer ’80Jane Krantz Jamison ’47 *Amy L. Kirshner ’78Alyce Klinger Lafferty ’52William B. Lynne ’00Margaret P. McCaughey Mahoney ’40Beatrice S. Johnson Margavage ’48Marybeth McNally ’08Louis Millis ’84Jessica D. Selkirk Moore, RDH ’04Karen Maliniak Morris ’92Virginia Decker Nahas ’66Marion B. Noble ’67Elizabeth J. Van Houte Osifchok ’82Annet L. Reigel ’81Carol A. Hayes Rich ’64Johanna Weissinger Schleyer ’74Karen A. Semcheski ’95Miriam S. Shapiro ’71Dianne M. Sherry ’63Kathy Wrisley Skinner ’79Arlene Trachtman Sorens ’68Regina E. Mooney Stopyra ’85Susan E. Knight Ziegenfus ’96Julie I. Zimmerman ’00

CorporationsNew York Painters

Faculty & StaffLinda AldermanSylvia BrittDanielle CebulkoSuzanne CotterKathleen DavisAnn GallagherTheresa GordonCarol GreenwoodLori M. HudsonJoann MiriglianoKaren Naylor ’92Val Jean Wright

FriendsKaren DeTempleMr. & Ms. A. Edward &Judith Ann Ermilio

Rosemary HermanLeah LandeChristopher LutzAlicia L. McGowanDr. Rosemary C. Casey

ParentsKaren M. Yousefian

In-Kind GiftsBellrock CapitalCarol GreenwoodC.M. GreenwoodPainting & Paper Hanging

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We apologize for any errors in this list, mis-spellings, incorrect class listings, or omis-sions. If your name should be here but it isnot, please call our attention to it. If youwould like your name to be here next year,please contact the Office of CollegeAdvancement at 610-526-6060.

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Harcum Needsyour Help!Can you help us identify any of the women in thisphotograph? If so, please contact 610-526-6060 [email protected].


Use your personal ID number, printed on your mailinglabel, to log on to the alumni website and…

• Search the alumni directory for classmates• Upload your own photos• Advertise your business• Register for events• Make a contribution• Join “Groups” and chat with your friends• Create a profile similar to Facebook• Make a purchase at the Online Store

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LITTLETHEATRE

With $320,000 raised,

we are half-way

toward our goal!

Play a part in bringing the Little Theatre back to lifeand the performing arts back to campus. We welcome your support!

For information on naming opportunities, please contact 610-526-6060,

email [email protected], or visit www.myharcum.com.

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The Magazine for Alumni & Friends of Harcum College � WINTER 2010

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