January 24, 2014
Well Worth the Wait
The winter issue of the Carroll Magazine is arriving in mailboxes this week.
Learn about Helena’s historic connection to China; read why your favorite new professor chose Carroll; see what a semester of service looks like; and find out how technology is transforming our classrooms.
Can’t wait for your hard copy? Check out the online version here.
"Crimson Winter" - A Labor of Love
Bringing the film “Crimson Winter” to the big screen has been a true labor of love for Carroll grad Bryan Ferriter (’10).
Ferriter is the film’s lead actor, writer and director with fellow Carroll classmates comprising much of the cast and crew.
In his Helena Independent Record interview, Ferriter shared how his experiences at Carroll and as a member of the Fighting Saints Football team helped shape him into the filmmaker he is today. “The things I learned from college football really helped us,” he said. “We have this perseverance and will to win and are tight as a group to fight for each other. It was surprising how it spilled over into filmmaking.”
“Crimson Winter” is a vampire love story filmed in Helena’s surrounding hills, and it is making its U.S. premiere Friday evening, Jan. 24, at the Myrna Loy Center. Additional film screenings are at the Myrna - January 25, 26, 28 and 30.
The film has impressed Montana Film Office Commissioner Deny Staggs. “The film looks phenomenal,” said Staggs. “The energy is great. And the location value is phenomenal. ” The Elkhorn Mountains in the film compare favorably with New Zealand’s scenery in “The Hobbit,” he said. “What they got for $400,000 looks way more than that. That’s what’s great about their project. They knew their locations, and they used their known asset,” Staggs said.
Read more of the Helena IR article here.
Photos courtesy of Claire Reitz
Alumni News
Saintly Deeds
Dr. John Thomas (’64) of Milwaukee, Wisc., recently received the Council of the Milwaukee Academy of Medicine’s 2013 Humanitarian Award for his dedicated work with Repairers of the Breach. The Humanitarian Award is given to an “exemplary individual or group who has significantly improved the welfare of our community by virtue of their courage, tirelessness, compassion and vision.”
As was noted in his nomination letter: “Dr. Thomas practiced pediatric cardiology in the Milwaukee area for decades before retiring. Since his retirement, he has dedicated his time, energy and enthusiasm to the poor and homeless of Milwaukee by volunteering at Repairers of the Breach. The Repairers of the Breach clinic underwent an upheaval in the last couple of years that threatened to jeopardize its mission for providing medical care to the homeless community. Dr. Thomas has been the physician backbone of the clinic that has allowed it to not only endure but begin to grow. He provides free medical care at the clinic most days of the week and provides invaluable guidance to the staff.”
Congratulations Dr. Thomas. You make Carroll proud!
Purple & Gold Jubilee Reunion
It is time to don your cap and gown once again. Make plans to join your classmates – classes of 1944, 1954 and 1964 – and be part of Carroll’s 2014 commencement weekend festivities, May 9-10, 2014.
Watch your mail! Registration packets are being sent out on Monday, January 27.
Meet Up & Eat Up
Don’t miss the opportunity to get your Carroll on. Participate in the upcoming Alumni Gatherings:
Washington DC: January 31, Ris Restaurant Salt Lake City: February 8, Salt Lake City Pizza & Pasta
See the Upcoming Events listing below for more details.
IN MEMORIAM
Bottom two photos courtesy of Eliza Wiley, Helena IR
Ralph Theodore Anderson (class of 1951) was born in Helena on March 27, 1929, to Carl Anderson and Esther Johnson Anderson. Ralph attended St. Helena School kindergarten and Central School and graduated from Helena High School with the famous class of 1947. After graduating from Helena High School, Ralph attended Carroll College in Helena for his freshman year and was always proud to have been on the honor roll at Carroll that first year. He then transferred to the University of Montana in Missoula, joined the Sigma Chi fraternity and graduated from the university. Ralph was honorably discharged from the United States Navy and was called to the United States Marine Corps, where he served as drill sergeant in Parris Island, S.C., and was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps in 1952.
Ralph loved Helena and supported her in a thousand ways over the years. He also had a deep commitment to Carroll College. Ralph envisioned and raised funds to complete “Founders Corner” for Carroll. Ralph had a heart as big as Helena and then some and was involved in many fundraisers for needy people and organizations over the years.
Ralph founded Hometown Helena Pride, which was befitting him for sure. He was a member of Helena Chamber of Commerce and president of Helena Ambassadors for two decades, and, truly, being an ambassador and promoting Helena was one of his greatest joys. A real highlight of Ralph’s life was Monday morning coffee with the class of 1947.
For more on his life, read here.
In addition, the Helena IR featured a front page article on Ralph. Read more of the Helena IR article here: Friends remember Ralph Anderson as caring, generous
David Lawrence Mazza (’64) of Trumbull, Conn., devoted husband of Deborah Simpkins Mazza and loving father of Elizabeth Mazza, passed away on Friday, Jan. 17, 2014 at his home. Born on May 5, 1942 in Stamford, he was the son of the late Dominic ("Happy") and Clara D'Andrea Mazza. He was awarded his bachelor's degree from Carroll College and went on to receive two master's degrees, a MA in History from Fordham University and MA in Educational Administration from University of Bridgeport. Always in pursuit of knowledge, David went on to receive his Ph.D. in American History from St. John's University. Dr. Mazza taught high school history in Stamford for 35 years and, upon retiring became an adjunct professor for Norwalk Community College For more on his life, read here.
The sound of piano music throughout many locations in the Helena community was noticeably silenced on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014. Donald Andrew Murphy (’59), a lifelong resident of Helena and pianist, lost his courageous medical battle and passed into the hands of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at St. Peter’s Hospital.
Donald was born March 5, 1935, in Columbus Hospital in Great Falls to Joseph Mathew Murphy and Ann P. Karaffa.
Donald attended schools in Helena, graduating from Cathedral High School. Later he attended Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash., and graduated from Carroll College and Eastern Montana College with degrees in education and English. He became an elementary school teacher, teaching in rural schools, a military base in Alaska and for over 30 years in the Helena School District. He taught in Smith and Four Georgians schools. His students would remember his tap dancing on top of his desk at the end of the year if his students completed certain reading requirements. He loved the profession of education. Donald retired from teaching in 1989.
For more on his life, read here.
Margaret Ruth Poore (‘71) died Jan. 16, 2014, surrounded by her siblings after a short illness. Margaret was a loving and sensitive soul, curious and intelligent, generous and kind. Margaret was born on April 28, 1949 in Great Falls. Margaret attended Catholic schools in Billings, graduating from Central Catholic High in 1967, and went on to pursue a teaching degree at Carroll College.
After living in Seattle many years, she missed Montana dearly and returned to “her beloved home” in Helena in July. Margaret was thrilled to be back in Montana, returning to her Helena circle of friends and family. On the day she left us, she said, “I got to see some snowstorms since my move. I’d missed snow so much.”
For more on her life, read here.
Faculty/Staff News
A Welcome Addition
The Department of Political Science recently announced that Dr. Alex Street has agreed to join the political science department, beginning in the fall of 2014. Alex's training in comparative politics will broaden the department's offerings and benefit the college community. He has a Ph.D. from UC-Berkeley and currently holds a position at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Religious and Ethnic Diversity, where he studies immigration, citizenship, and voter behavior.
More information on Dr. Street can be found at: www.mwpweb.eu/AlexStreet.
Student News
Fresh Paint, Fresh Perspectives
Photo courtesy of Eliza Wiley, Helena IR
Several dozen Carroll students honored Dr. King’s legacy by spending the afternoon of Martin Luther King Jr. Day providing community service at God’s Love homeless shelter in downtown Helena. The day of service is annually coordinated by Fr. Jerry Lowney, sociology professor emeritus. “It’s important for them to know that others are needy, and they should help them,” said Lowney.
The students spent their time applying a fresh coat of paint to the dormitory. “We like to have something done that’s going to last and have a lasting effect,” said Joe Wojton, a co-director at God’s Love.
Read what the students had to say about their experience in the Helena IR.
Brainy Saints
Congratulations to the 40 Carroll student-athletes that were recently named to the Frontier Conference’s All–Academic teams in soccer, volleyball and cross-country.
To be eligible for the Academic All-Conference team, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore in academic standing, maintain a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled at school the previous two semesters.
Soccer:
Seniors McKinley Dennis, (nursing), Kailey Edgar, (health science/pre-physical therapy), Haley Jensen, (health science), Macie Netz, (health science/pre-physical therapy), Christa Saur, (health science), Paige Williams, (chemistry), and Carissa Yedica, (civil engineering). Juniors Kelli Lessmeier, (nursing) and Tessa Neameyer, (nursing). Sophomores Cassie Baldwin, (health science), Kayla Bayer, (civil engineering), Kristyn Bohlander, (finance), Katey Friedt, (biology), Kristen Kirking, (health science), Madi O’Dell, (biology/pre-medicine), Lexi Pyette, (biology/pre-medicine), Danielle Turley, (biology/pre-dentistry), Meghan Upham, (nursing), Caitlyn Walter, (civil engineering) and Ali Zimmerman, (health science).
Cross Country:
Seniors Rhianna Grossman, (education), Dennis Leigh, (civil engineering), Lyle Pocha, (chemistry) and Troy Solly, (civil engineering). Juniors Regan Bold, (health sciences), Hannah Hafner, (biology) and Kyle Willis, (secondary education-mathematics). Sophomores Connor Garcia, (communications) and Alex Ramm-Hutchison, (biology).
Volleyball:
Seniors Elli Graff, (health sciences), Catie Hanser, (elementary education), Calli Prestwood, (health sciences), Emma Priddy (nursing), Sarah Roshak (mathematics) and Karla Hellegaard (elementary education). Juniors Emily Burk (sociology) and Kathleen Mulligan (health sciences). Sophomores Kylie Dirham (health sciences), Madeleine Fey (nursing) and Rebecca Sweeney (undeclared).
Upcoming Events
Carroll Gathering in Washington, DC, Friday, Jan. 31, 7 p.m., Ris Restaurant, 
2275 L Street NW,
Washington, DC
Join President Dr. Tom Evans and Director of Development Candie Cain (’82) for
 dinner, networking, and great conversations. $35 per person (no-host bar).
 RSVP by Jan. 24 by
 registering on-line or contact Kathy Ramirez alumni@carroll.edu, 406-447-5185.
Salt Lake City Pre-Game Gathering, Saturday, Feb. 8, 3 – 5 p.m., Salt Lake City Pizza & Pasta,
1063 East 2100 South
Join Carroll alumni, parents and friends for a no-host, pre-game gathering then go cheer on both the men and women Saints basketball teams at Westminster. Women tip-off at 5:30 p.m. and men at 7:30 p.m.

Business Department Lecture Series: Innovation: Home Grown Products presented by Dr. Sri Vellanki, Feb. 10, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., 101/202 Simperman Hall/Wiegand Amphitheatre, Carroll College
The Business Department is bringing in Dr. Vellanki as part of their lecture series which is generously supported by the Fiehrer Endowed Lectureship in Business. Dr. Vellanki recently participated in the 2014 Consumer Electronic Show, showcasing her product Elektra Nails. This event is free and open to the public.
Astronomy & Physics Lecture Series: “Gravity's Greatest Mystery” Feb.13, 7 p.m. 101/202 Simperman Hall/Wiegand Amphitheatre, Carroll College
Join Dr. Kelly Cline for the first of his popular astronomy & physics lecture series presentations. How does gravity work? How does the force of gravity travel through empty space from the Sun to the Earth, or from the Earth to the Moon? Isaac Newton called gravity “spooky” because it travels through empty space. Albert Einstein said that gravity is a bending of space itself, and his equations work very well so far. But many scientists think that we need a deeper understanding of gravity. Perhaps the force of gravity may be carried by particles called gravitons. Around the world teams of researchers are on a race to discover gravity’s greatest mystery!
Forum on Public Policy & Leadership: The Effects of Leadership Excellence, Feb. 20, 4:00 – 8:30 p.m., 101/202 Simperman Hall/Wiegand Amphitheatre, Carroll College
Join Carroll College for their 2nd annual Forum on Public Policy and Leadership featuring presentations from Carroll faculty and administration members as well as guest speakers. This event is free and open to the public. Watch QuickNotes for more details.
Joel Soiseth Art Exhibition, Now through Feb. 28, Carroll Art Gallery, St. Charles Hall, Carroll College
A new gallery exhibit "Edgy" started Jan. 13 featuring the paintings of Joel Soiseth. Soiseth has been an art professor at MSU-Northern for 26 years. He says some of his art has been directly influenced by historical works, especially Jan Van Eyck, the early “surrealist” Hieronymus Bosch, the later Surrealist movement and the “dark manner” of artists like Leonardo Da Vinci and Caravaggio.
The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and is closed weekends and college holidays. For more information, call 447-4302.
Mark your Calendars
Nursing Reunion: April 4–5, 2014
Return to campus this spring to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Carroll. All nursing alumni are invited to join us in April as we salute the founders of our program and explore the innovative education of today’s nursing students. Check out your Jan. 10 QuickNotes for more details.
Homecoming 2014: October 3-5, 2014
The Carroll Fighting Saints Football Team will be playing UM Western. Stay tuned for more details.
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