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Winter 1998 - Vol. 3. No. 2

Features
Bud Hunter
Homecoming 1998
Preparing Teachers
Violette Hall Renovation

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The current
Truman State University Foundation Board of Directors includes:

Walker W. Allen
Columbia, Mo.

Doris (Pickens) Bohon
Kirksville, Mo.

John W. Briscoe
New London, Mo.

Charles M. Foudree
Lee's Summit, Mo.

Larry A. Lunsford
Overland Park, Kan.

Ruth Mach
Clayton, Mo.

Jack Magruder
Kirksville, Mo.

Donald D. Scriven
DeKalb, Ill.

 

 

Foudrees Issue Kirk Society Challenge
Long-time supporters of Truman State University, Charles M. ('66) and Colleen Foudree are sponsoring the Foudree/Kirk Society Challenge to encourage new memberships in the John R. Kirk Society. The Foudrees have challenged Truman alumni and friends to make a gift of $500 or more to the Truman State University Foundation. The Foudrees will provide a $25,000 gift to match gifts of $500 or more from individuals who become new members of the John R. Kirk Society during Fiscal Year 1998-99. Contributions for the Foudree/Kirk Society Challenge can be designated for any academic purpose, while the Foudree's matching gift will provide additional support for Truman's Division of Business and Accountancy. In issuing the challenge, the Foudree's noted that a "gift to the Foundation helps ensure that our generation provides a rich learning environment for Truman students, one that will build our road for the next generation." The challenge will run through June 30, 1999.

Chuck Foudree graduated from Truman with a bachelor of science degree in accounting, and he is the executive vice president-finance for Harmon Industries, Inc. He currently serves on the Truman University Foundation Board of Directors and is a member of the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Chuck and Colleen live in Lee's Summit, Mo.

The John R. Kirk Society was established to recognize and honor individuals and corporations that provide generous support to the Truman State University Foundation. Membership is available on an annual basis to those individuals who contribute at least $500 and to corporations who contribute at least $1,000 to the Foundation for an academic purpose. For information regarding the Foudree/John R. Kirk Society Challenge, call 800-452-6678.


Northeast Regional Health System
Sponsorship Brings Culture to Truman

Truman State University has received major corporate support from Northeast Regional Health System (NRHS) for the 1998-99 Kohlenberg Lyceum Series. The performance of Swan Lake in February will be specifically sponsored by NRHS.

Each year, the Kohlenberg Series provides a popular program of entertainment for Truman. Corporate support for the Series allows the University to continue the tradition of bringing outstanding cultural events to the Truman campus for enrichment of students, as well as community members. "The Lyceum Series provides northeast Missourians an opportunity to experience something truly unique," said Chuck Boughton, NRHS president and chief executive officer, "Northeast Regional Health System is proud to play a part in making the Series possible." Through its sponsorship of the Series, NRHS becomes a corporate member of the John R. Kirk Society.

Shown left to right: Michelle Steele, vice president of marketing for NRHS; Chuck Boughton, president and CEO of NRHS; President Jack Magruder; and Dean Van Galen, chief advancement officer.


Sandra K. Giachino Reavey Scholarship Awarded
A new scholarship for Truman State University students has been established for Kirksville-area students. The Sandra K. Giachino Reavey Scholarship was established through the Truman State University Foundation to assist a graduating student of Kirksville High School or a student from Adair County.

The first recipient of the scholarship is freshman, John A. Smith, of Kirksville, Mo. Smith began classes at Truman this fall and is pursuing a business degree. Renewal of the scholarship will continue for four consecutive years provided the recipient majors in business, has financial need, maintains a 3.0 GPA, and is in good standing with the University. Sandra Reavey ('62) is a realtor for Weichert Realty in McLean, Va., and her husband, Edwin, is an international tax accountant for Coopers and Lybrand. Sandra was newly elected to serve on the Truman State University Foundation Board of Directors.

Delta Sigma Pi Celebrates
20th Anniversary With Commemorative Project
In preparation of its 20th anniversary celebration, the Iota Nu chapter of Delta Sigma Pi is planning a commemorative project in honor of the event. Dr. Bob Dager, head of the Division of Business and Accountancy and several Delta Sigma Pi alums have organized the Delta Sigma Pi 20th Anniversary Fund with plans to dedicate a Delta Sigma Pi Conference Room in the newly renovated Violette Hall.

The Delta Sigma Pi Conference Room will serve as the primary meeting room for the Division of Business and Accountancy and will also house a trophy case to showcase the chapter's history. Having a room named after the fraternity will provide a visible symbol for Delta Sigma Pi for years to come.

New members elected to Foundation Board of Directors
Since 1980, the Truman State University Foundation has been encouraging and administering private financial gifts that are vital to the University. It is governed by a Board of Directors and four new persons were recently elected to the Board for three-year terms to begin Jan. 1, 1999:

Steve Barger ('67), Braselton, Ga.
Barger graduated from Truman with a B.S.E. degree in physical education. He has enjoyed a distinguished career in business and now serves as senior executive vice president at Primerica Financial Services.

Victor H. Kaylarian ('68) Johnston, Iowa
Kaylarian earned a B.S. degree in chemistry from Truman and a D.O. degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1976. He is a physician and professor at the Des Moines Osteopathic Medical School.

Sandra K. Giachino Reavey ('62) McLean, Va.
Reavey graduated from Truman with a B.S.E. in business education and is now a realtor for Weichert Realtors.

Steve Rose ('69) Potomac, Md.
Rose earned a B.S. degree in business administration from Truman. He has enjoyed a long career as an agent for State Farm Insurance.