April 17, 2015
Support through Scholarship
Through the enduring generosity of Roy F. Simperman, class of 1962, Carroll College was able to award $128,500 in scholarships this week to thirteen deserving and grateful students through the Elsie P. Corette Memorial Scholarship and the Roy F. Simperman Science Scholarships.
Five students, who intend to pursue medical school upon graduation, were the recipients of the 2015-2015 Elsie P. Corette Memorial Scholarship. Since 1973, approximately 170 Corette Scholarships have been conferred, totaling nearly $980,000, with a large majority of recipients going on to become medical doctors.
2015-2016 Corette Scholarship recipients are: John Brothers, junior biochemistry/molecular biology major, Helena, Chance Stewart, junior biology major, Victor, Cecilia Heck, junior biology major, Bozeman, Ezekial Koslosky, junior biochemistry/molecular biology major, Dillon, and Taylor South, junior biology major, Helena.
Four nursing students received the 2015-2016 Roy F. Simperman Nursing Scholarship along with four math and science majors being awarded the Simperman Math and Science Scholarship.
In the six years that the Simperman Math, Science and Nursing Scholarships have existed at Carroll, $415,500 has been provided to 34 students.
2015-2016 Simperman Science Scholarship recipients are: Amanda Roberts, junior nursing major, Helena, Lacee Vossler, junior nursing major, Boulder, Katelynn Bouchard, sophomore nursing major, Helena, Terese Marquis, sophomore nursing major, Laurel, Elizabeth Carlson, junior math major, Helena, Anna Cottrill, junior math major, Helena, Gunnar Hilborn, sophomore chemistry major, Helena, and Taylor Peck, junior math secondary education major, Kalispell.
Over the years, the Simperman Math, Science and Nursing Scholarships and the Corette Scholarships have provided over $1,394,500 in aid to deserving students. This year’s average award was $11,000.
These scholarship funds are generously supported by Roy F. Simperman of Mercer Island, Wash. Simperman is the chairman and chief executive officer of Semaphore Corporation in Seattle.
These scholarships make a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. Carroll is forever grateful to Mr. Simperman for recognizing the value of a Carroll education and supporting our students in such a generous and substantial manner through these annual scholarships.
Roy F. Simperman
Math Minds
The results of this year’s MCM/ICM (Mathematical Contest in Modeling/Interdisciplinary Contest in Modeling) were recently announced, and Carroll’s teams achieved exceptional results. All nine of the Carroll teams competing in the competition placed, at a minimum, in the top third of all participants.
The MCM/ICM is a unique international contest for undergraduate students. Student teams are given 96 hours to analyze a single open-ended problem, develop a model of the problem, solve the model, and write a report.
This year, 27 Carroll students volunteered to compete in nine teams of three students. In the contest, each team selected one of four open-ended real-world problems. This year’s problems involved (A) developing strategies for eradicating the Ebola virus, (B) creating methods for finding a plane that went down in the ocean, (C) managing human capital in organizations, and (D) developing a 20-year sustainable development plan for an underdeveloped nation. This year, 9,767 teams from colleges and universities across the globe competed in the MCM/ICM.
Five of Carroll’s nine teams were ranked as “Meritorious Winners,” placing them in the top 11% of all teams. The four remaining teams were ranked as “Honorable Mention,” placing them in the next 33% of teams. The majority of all teams participating – 57% – are ranked as “Successful Participants,” thus, all of the Carroll teams outperformed the majority of the teams worldwide.
Congratulations to these 27 Carroll students:
Problem A, Meritorious Winner: Ibrahima Niang, Subin Sapkota, Nick Lumetta
Problem A, Meritorious Winner: Mark Romano, Kelby Depner, Joseph Zepeda
Problem B, Meritorious Winner: Jesica Bauer, Sarah Fitzpatrick, Austin Powell
Problem B, Meritorious Winner: Ryan Armstrong, Ben Jensen, Jake Johnson
Problem B, Honorable Mention: Mark Griffith, Elizabeth Carlson, Elizabeth Schweizer
Problem B, Honorable Mention: Alex Chopyak, Derek Smith, Nicole Seehafer
Problem C, Honorable Mention: Brian Luehr, Dawson Osborn, Dmitri Shulga
Problem D, Meritorious Winner: Scott Gulliford, Kaitlin Johnson, Dempsey Rogers
Problem D, Honorable Mention: Chris Michael, Al Olszewski, Tyler Zimmer
Carroll teams have placed in the top 1% in the MCM/ICM in 2003, 2006 and 2010. Learn more about the competition at https://www.carroll.edu/mathematics/math-modeling-contests.
Thank you to all the many individuals across campus who helped to support our students during this contest!
Zoo Tour
Pictured left to right: Paul & Mary Ann Milhous, Dr. Perkins, Jack Hanna, Lisa & Tom Evans, Suzi Hanna
Renowned wildlife expert Jack Hanna spent time this past week hosting President Evans, his wife, Lisa, Anthrozoology chair Dr. Anne Perkins, and Board of Trustee members Paul and Mary Ann Milhous, at the Columbus Zoo, where he serves as Director Emeritus.
Along with a tour of the zoo, they spent the visit discussing ways in which Carroll's anthrozoology program could partner with the zoo on research and internship opportunities.
Student News
Tennis Time
Marcie and Serena even took time to coordinate their outfits.
Carroll communications grad Marcie McCarvel '14, recently spent several weeks rubbing elbows with the tennis elite. Marcie was hired for the Social Media team of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, that took place in March.
The BNP Paribas Open is home to the largest ATP World Tour and WTA combined two-week tennis tournament in the world, welcoming more than 431,00 fans to the venue.
Marcie provided digital media content for the tournament website and social media outlets. Everyday she was able to interact with the world’s best tennis players including Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Maria Sharapova.
It's On Us
The student government association of Carroll, ASCC, hosted an event for Carroll students to promote discussion and awareness about sexual assault and sexual harassment.
The bbq event featured guest speaker, Robin Turner from the Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, and also premiered the student-produced video promoting their support in the fight against sexual assault.
The Helena IR covered the event - 'It's On Us': Carroll students join national campaign to end sex assault on campus.
Photo courtesy of Alexander Deedy, IR
Brave the Shave
Photo & story courtesy of Marga Lincoln, Helena IR
Showing his support for childhood cancer research, Carroll student Ryan Edens from Boise, Idaho, was the first into the barber chair at the recent St. Baldricks Brave the Shave fundraiser.
“This is the fourth time I’ve done it,” he said. His most generous contributor got to choose his haircut - a mohawk, which he plans to be sporting for the month.
This year he raised $500, but over the past four years he estimates he probably has a total of somewhere between $1,000 and $1,500.
Edens, who is studying health sciences, wants to be a family practitioner focusing on working with people with disabilities.
Full story in the Helena IR - Goin’ bald for a cause.
Saints in the News
Senior nursing student Abby Hunthausen from Helena, was one of the recent recipients of the Raymond G. Hunthausen Outstanding Citizenship Award.
In turn, KTVH tv featured her as this week's Class Act - Carroll College Student Awarded for Citizenship.
Faculty/Staff News
Places I Was Dreaming
Join associate professor of English, Loren Graham, as he shares a reading of his poems Places I Was Dreaming, published by CavanKerry Press. The reading will take place in the Simperman/Fortin Scola on Monday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
Amazon.com describes this new collection as "a study in poetic tone and the function of story that introduces us to a plucky boy living in rural poverty." Sponsored by the Department of Languages and Literature, the reading is free and open to the Helena community.
Alumni News
Alumni Lessons
Students in professor Annette Ryerson’s marketing class had the good fortune to spend their class time hearing from former student, Brent Koning, class of 2006, whose current position is in Microsoft’s Global Product Marketing with Xbox as well has serving on the Board of Directors of Gamers Outreach.
Brent spent his visit sharing his experiences at Carroll, his good and bad jobs since graduating and what his current position working with Xbox entails.
“As a senior marketing student it was both encouraging and exciting to hear Brent’s story. I hope to find as much passion in my career choice after college!” shared senior Justine Songey.
Koning (center right red plaid shirt) poses with the class
IN MEMORIAM
Joseph M. Balkovatz, '51 - read more about his life here.
Bonnie Becky (husband Frank '57, sons Frank '77, Mike '79, Perry '79) - read more about her life here.
Daniel Francis Driscoll, class of 1959 - read more about his life here.
Mary Cecilia Day, '58 - read more about her life here.
Upcoming Events
Carroll College Culture & Language Exchange, Apr. 17, 6-8 p.m., fourOsix, 320 N. Last Chance Gulch, Helena
Sponsored by the Office of International Programs, Carroll is hosting their 2nd annual Language & Cultural Exchange which is an opportunity for people to practice a foreign language and expand their global and cultural understanding. Food and coffee will be generously provided by the Fire Tower Coffee House, The Hub, Emilianos, The Mediterranean Grille, Karmadillos, Cafe Zydeco, Toi's Thai and Great Harvest. There will also be door prizes and onsite childcare provided. The Helena community is encouraged to participate. For questions, contact Emi at egajowski@carroll.edu or Brianna at beaton@carroll.edu.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Pacific Northwest Student Conference, Apr. 17-18, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID
Carroll College engineering students will be attending the conference and competing in the Steel Bridge Competition, which involves the design, assembly and load testing of a small truss bridge, and the Technical Paper Competition.
Poetry Reading - Places I Was Dreaming by Loren Graham, Apr. 20, 7 p.m., Simperman/Fortin Scola, Carroll College
Sponsored by the Department of Languages and Literature, associate professor of English, Loren Graham, will be reading poems from Places I Was Dreaming, published this spring by CavanKerry Press. Amazon.com describes this new collection as "a study in poetic tone and the function of story that introduces us to a plucky boy living in rural poverty."
This event is free and the Helena community is invited to attend.
Carroll College Jazz Band Concert, Apr. 23, 4 p.m., Campus Center, Carroll College
As a preview to their May 5 Spring Concert "At Last," the Carroll College Jazz Band will give a concert in the Campus Center. Carroll students and guests led by Dr. Lynn Petersen will perform a variety of popular and jazz standards, including tunes by Dizzy Gillespie, Phil Wilson, John Lewis, George and Ira Gershwin, and Tower of Power. The event is free and the Helena community is welcome to attend. Call (406) 447-4303 for more information.
Hand Bell Festival Concert, Apr. 25, 7:30 p.m., Carroll College P.E. Center
Over 300 English Hand Bell ringers from across Montana and Idaho are gathering for a regional festival April 24-25 at the Carroll College P.E. Center. This major festival draws some of the finest hand bell choirs from across the region. Local hand bell choirs from St. John's Lutheran Church, Covenant Methodist Church, and Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church will participate as well. There will be a free concert of hand bell music on Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact fwwaddell@bresnan.net.
Journey to the World's Edge presented by the Carroll College Theatre Department, Apr. 24-25, May 1-2, Old North Performing Arts Center in St. Charles Hall, Carroll College
This tale is about young Brigid Shawn O'Grady of long-ago County Clare in Ireland. Steeped in Irish culture and legends, Journey to the World's Edge is about Brigid's exciting and enlightening journey toward self-esteem and courage. Children will learn a powerful lesson and be fascinated by the rollicking tale.
Shows will be at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are $5 for general admission, $3 for children under 12, free for Carroll students and employees. For more information, visit the Carroll Theatre Season webpage.
SURF–Student Undergraduate Research Festival, Apr. 28, 1-5 p.m., Carroll College
The fourth annual Student Undergraduate Research Festival highlights the research being undertaken by Carroll students. Forty-nine student presentations and posters will be showcased during the festival featuring a very wide range of research subject matter including Przewalski's Wild Horse, the characteristics of true love, organic light emitting diodes and Richard III's Machiavellian ineptitude, to name a few. The festival is free and the public is encouraged to attend.
Annual Student Art Exhibit, Open through May 1, Carroll Art Gallery, St. Charles Hall, Carroll College
The exhibit features paintings, drawings, and ceramics produced by Carroll students in recent art classes.
The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and is closed weekends and college holidays. For more information, visit the Visual Arts Current Gallery webpage or call 447-4302.
Carroll College Jazz Band Spring Concert "At Last," May 5, 7:30 p.m., Old North Performing Arts Center in St. Charles Hall, Carroll College
Carroll students and guests led by Dr. Lynn Petersen will perform a variety of popular and jazz standards for thier spring concert "At Last." The program will include Dizzy Gillespies's A Night in Tunisia, Phil Wilson's Basically Blues, John Lewis' Rouge, W.C. Handy's St. Louis Blues, Tower of Power's What Is Hip?, and John Williams' Cantina Band from "Star Wars." Vocalists will join the band on At Last, Bei Mir Bist Du Schon, Feeling Good, Fly Me to the Moon, I Remember You, and 'S Wonderful. A Dixieland combo will perform Royal Garden Blues. This event is free and the Helena community is welcome to attend. Call (406) 447-4303 for more information.
Carroll Choirs Spring Concert, May 10, 4 p.m., St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 80 E. Lawrence, Helena
The theme of the concert is "Voices of Hope, Healing and Humanity." The concert features a work by John Muehleisen, a composer from northern Washington state, who composed a requiem in miniature for the victims of Newtown and Sandy Hook Elementary School entitled, "Consolation: Requiem for Newtown." In addition, the choirs will also be performing works by Hans Leo Hassler, Ralph Vaugh Williams, Claude Debussy and John Rutter. For more information, contact Jan Van Hook, adjunct professor of music, at 447-4807. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
Carroll College Gifted Institute, July 12-18, Carroll College
The Gifted Institute will challenge gifted fifth through ninth frade students' academic potentials and provide opportuntities for social development. Workshops, classes, and activities with adults and peers will enhance students' self-awareness and cognitive development.
For more information and to download the application, visit the Carroll College Gifted Institute webpage.
Mark your calendars – Upcoming Alumni Events:
Purple and Gold Jubilee Reunion: May 15-16
Make plans to join your classmates - classes of 1945, 1955 and 1965 - and be part of Carroll's 2015 commencement weekend festivities in May.
Alumni & Friends Marian Shrines of France Tour: May 21-June 2
Join President Evans and his wife Lisa on a tour of the Marian Shrines of France.
Highlights include: Paris, a dinner cruise on the Seine River, Notre Dame, Versaille, Giverny – the house and gardens of Monet, the home of St. Terese of Lisieux, the beaches of Normandy, St. Michael Abbey, Contreau Distillery, an overnight in a chateau, Lourdes and much more.
View the complete itinerary here or contach Kathy Ramirez, 406-461-3214 or kramirez@carroll.edu.
Alumni & Friends Gathering at New Glarus Brewery, New Glarus, Wisconsin: August 15
Homecoming 2015: September 18-19
Mark your calendars and plan to return to campus this fall for Homecoming. All alumni, parents and friends are invited to attend. Special reunions will be held for all former ASCC members and the classes of 2005, 1995, 1985, and 1975. Stay tuned for more details.