Alumni News
"Housing is Becoming a Bright Spot for the Economy," Says KB Home CEO Jeff Mezger '77
December 31, 2012
A Bloomberg News story detailing promising news on the nation's housing industry includes comments from Jeffrey Mezger, president and chief executive officer... Read More
Pete Richard '12, Now Teaching in South Korea, Profiled in Newspaper
December 30, 2012
"Pete Richard is eager to see and change the world," notes the Pioneer Press. The suburban Chicago newspaper profiles Richard, a 2012 DePauw University... Read More
Newspaper Spotlights Success of Butler Basketball Coach Brad Stevens '99
December 29, 2012
An article in today's Tennessean on Butler University head men's basketball coach Brad Stevens reports "attention to detail, along with a stern approach... Read More
Prof. Jeff McCall '76 Offers Observations on "Ongoing Wrestling Match" Over First Amendment
December 29, 2012
In the view of Jeff McCall, "The First Amendment remains one of the most confusing aspects of American society." Writing in the Indianapolis Star, the... Read More
Elizabeth Byrne Hogan '90 Appointed Missouri Circuit Court Judge
December 28, 2012
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has appointed of Elizabeth "Beth" Byrne Hogan, a 1990 graduate of DePauw University, to serve as a circuit judge on the Twenty-Second... Read More
Latest Work by Barbara Kingsolver '77 Among USA Today's 'Books We Loved in 2012'
December 27, 2012
USA Today lists the latest novel by Barbara Kingsolver, Flight Behavior, among "10 books we loved in 2012." Read More
Baritone Robert Maril '02 to Help Raise Funds for Hometown Theatre
December 26, 2012
Robert T. Maril, a baritone and 2002 graduate of DePauw University, will return to his hometown of Ponca City, Oklahoma, to take part in a December 29... Read More
"Americans Want Government to Work Better for Less," Lee Hamilton '52 Opines
December 24, 2012
"We are locked in a seemingly permanent debate over the proper size and scope of government," observes Lee Hamilton in a newspaper op-ed. The former congressman... Read More
Ann Breitinger '09 Elected to Nonprofit's Board
December 23, 2012
Ann Kathryn Breitinger, an attorney with Blalock Walters and 2009 graduate of DePauw University, has been elected to the board of directors of We Care... Read More
Prof. Jay Hosler '89 Discusses Comics That Teach in Libraries Journal
December 22, 2012
"The next big step is going to be realizing that a good popular science piece isn’t measured by vast quantities of content," according to Jay Hosler, the... Read More
Prof. Bob Steele '69 Weighs In on Media Ethics Issue for AP
December 19, 2012
"NBC was able to keep the abduction of chief Middle East correspondent Richard Engel in Syria largely a secret until he escaped late Monday because it... Read More
Keira Amstutz '91 Works to "Create a Better Place" as CEO of Indiana Humanities
December 19, 2012
"We want to create a better place, a better place so people come here and live here," Keira Amstutz, president and CEO of Indiana Humanities and 1991 graduate... Read More
"This is Not Journalism; It is Marketing": Prof. Jeff McCall '76 on Lottery Coverage
December 18, 2012
"The sensationalized coverage of the record Powerball jackpot demonstrated again how superficial the broadcast news agenda has become," writes Jeffrey... Read More
Ann Hand '90 Elected to Board of Weston Solutions Holdings
December 17, 2012
Ann Hand, CEO of Project Frog and 1990 graduate of DePauw University, has been elected to the board of directors of Weston Solutions Holdings, Inc. Read More
Bill Pollock '62 Helped Make HS Basketball Tournament a "National Fixture"
December 17, 2012
A story in Florida's Fort Myers News-Press previewing the 40th State Farm City of Palms Classic, which begins tomorrow, lists 40 individuals who have positively... Read More
Going Back
December 17, 2012
A 1993 Winter Term in Service trip to El Salvador never really ended for Ivan Villasboa. Twenty years later, he hopes a return visit sparks a new tradition... Read More
Star Reviews Performance by "Fiery Trumpeter" Pharez Whitted '82
December 17, 2012
"Pharez Whitted is about as steeped in Indianapolis and its jazz history as anyone, but he seems to have really blossomed, like so many other talented... Read More
Public's View of Congress' Competence is Troubling to Lee Hamilton '52
December 16, 2012
The veteran statesman and 1952 graduate of DePauw University examines the results of a survey sponsored by the Center on Congress at Indiana University... Read More
Attorney Ann Breitinger '09 Joins Blalock Walters
December 15, 2012
Ann Kathryn Breitinger, a 2009 graduate of DePauw University, has joined Blalock Walters. Practicing in the Florida law firm's business and health care... Read More
CIO Carol Smith '85 Named a NITLE Fellow
December 14, 2012
Carol L. Smith, chief information officer at DePauw and 1985 graduate of the University, has been named a NITLE Fellow by the National Institute for Technology... Read More
Arts Council CEO Dave Lawrence '90 Offers Funding Idea for Indy Organizations
December 13, 2012
"Funding was top of mind Monday night when local arts luminaries gathered at UIndy to discuss the state of local arts at 'Why Arts? Why Indy?," notes today's... Read More
Mary Beth Fisher '87 Joins Societe Generale as Head of US Interest Rates Strategy
December 13, 2012
Mary Beth Fisher, a 1987 graduate of DePauw University, has been named managing director and head of U.S. Interest Rates Strategy at Societe Generale Corporate... Read More
Magazine Features Jennifer Pope Baker '89
December 11, 2012
Jennifer Pope Baker, executive director of the Women's Fund of Central Indiana and 1989 graduate of DePauw University, is featured in the new edition of... Read More
Jack Isenbarger '45 Recalls How Campus Responded to Attack on Pearl Harbor
December 7, 2012
"To get a feel for its impact and to commemorate the 71st anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day, we asked some of the veterans the Star Press has profiled this... Read More
Barbara Kingsolver's ('77) Flight Behavior "A Brilliant Melding of Science and Emotion"
December 6, 2012
"Kingsolver’s newest novel highlights what she does best: a brilliant melding of science and emotion," notes the Daily News Journal of Murfreesboro, Tennessee... Read More
Brother of David Joeckel '10 in Running for Outland Trophy
December 5, 2012
"For now, Texas A&M left tackle Luke Joeckel is focused on the Outland Trophy, the award he envisioned winning when other youth-league football players... Read More
Clay Monographs of Priscilla Snow Algava '81 On Display in New Jersey
December 4, 2012
Clay monographs created by Priscilla Snow Algava, who received a master's degree from DePauw University in 1981, will be on display at New Jersey's Plainsboro... Read More
Baby Boomers' Hold on Popular Culture is Analyzed by Prof. Jeff McCall '76
December 4, 2012
" 'I hope when I get old I don’t sit around thinking about it/But I probably will.' Bruce Springsteen wrote those lyrics to 'Glory Days', about looking... Read More
Katie Gentry '07 Joins Lafayette Surgical Clinic
December 3, 2012
Katie Gentry, a 2007 graduate of DePauw University, has joined Lafayette Surgical Clinic, a Unity Healthcare Partner in Lafayette, Indiana. Her practice... Read More
TIME Article on 'Amazing Orange' Phenomenon Includes Comments from Prof. Jeff McCall '76
December 3, 2012
A TIME magazine article on "Annoying Orange" videos, which started as an online sensation and spawned a series on the Cartoon Network, includes comments... Read More
Gifts from '76 Grads Sarah and John Wallace & James B. Stewart '73 to Create Faculty Club in New Hoover Dining Hall
December 3, 2012
DePauw President Brian W. Casey announced today that the University’s new Hoover Dining Hall will include a dedicated faculty dining room and gathering... Read More
Campaign 2012 Saw "Shallow and Formulaic Reporting" by Media Outlets: Prof. Jeff McCall '76
December 2, 2012
"Analysts who wonder why Americans are so down on politics can begin the discussion by looking at media coverage," writes Jeffrey M. McCall, professor... Read More
Magazine Lists Kenneth Krumins '86 Among Orlando's Top Doctors
November 30, 2012
"You must love what you do, and nothing is more rewarding than seeing my patients feeling great and getting back to their active lifestyle," says Kenneth... Read More
Jim and Bev Baker ('53 & '59) Honored for Education Advocacy
November 30, 2012
Beverly B. and James K. Baker, both graduates of DePauw University, are the recipients of the 2012 James G. Simms Leadership Award. Bev Baker, a 1959 graduate... Read More
"Good Constituent Service is Crucial," Writes Former Congressman Lee Hamilton '52
November 29, 2012
"The rigors of the campaign are still fresh, but for newly elected House members and senators, the hard part is just beginning," writes Lee Hamilton in... Read More
2012 a Record Year for Indiana Economic Development, Reports Commerce Secretary Dan Hasler '80
November 28, 2012
"With nearly five weeks left in the year, 2012 has already broken the state's all-time record for number of deals won," according Dan Hasler, Secretary... Read More
Dana Hayes Jr. '86 Named Group VP at Acxiom
November 28, 2012
Dana C. Hayes Jr., a 1986 graduate of DePauw University, has been appointed group vice president of partner development for Acxiom® (NASDAQ: ACXM). According... Read More
Minette Conrad Trosch '64 Honored by NC Governor
November 27, 2012
Minette Conrad Trosch, a family law attorney and 1964 graduate of DePauw University, has received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the most prestigious... Read More
NY Times Story on Maine TV Resignations Cites Prof. Bob Steele '69
November 27, 2012
In a story on the on-air resignation of two Bangor, Maine TV news anchors, the New York Times notes, "The dueling stories about last week's sudden signoff... Read More
Graduates of the Last Decade Name First GOLD Scholar
November 26, 2012
DePauw's young alumni gave Benjamin J. Roess '14 something new to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. With support from the Graduates of the Last Decade... Read More
Drew Powell '98 Appears on Two Network TV Shows This Week
November 26, 2012
Drew Powell, a 1998 graduate of DePauw University, makes an appearance in tomorrow night's episode of television's popular NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative... Read More
Alice Ripley '85 Co-Stars in Off-Broadway's A Civil War Christmas
November 25, 2012
Alice Ripley, Tony Award-winning actress and singer and member of DePauw University's Class of 1985, co-stars in A Civil War Christmas, which runs through... Read More
Prof. Bob Steele '69 Discusses On-Air Resignations of TV News Anchors in Maine Newspaper
November 24, 2012
"This week’s simultaneous resignations of two local news anchors on live TV may be a first, according to two longtime broadcast journalism experts, but... Read More
Lewis Borsellino '79 "Embraces Football and Family," Notes Newspaper
November 23, 2012
"Win or lose Saturday’s Class 5A football championship in Champaign, hugs and tears are sure to be shared by a Montini father and son -- Broncos offensive... Read More
Kent McDill '78 Authors 100 Things Bulls Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die
November 22, 2012
100 Things Bulls Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die, authored by 1978 DePauw University graduate Kent B. McDill, has been published by Triumph Books... Read More
NY Times Praises "Marvelous Eighth Novel" by Barbara Kingsolver '77
November 20, 2012
"Climate change, for every good and topical reason, headlines Barbara Kingsolver’s marvelous eighth novel," begins a New York Times book review of Flight... Read More
Stephen F. Hayes '93 Offers Post-Mortem of Campaign 2012 in Indiana Speech
November 19, 2012
"Stephen Hayes, a columnist for the Weekly Standard and a commentator on Fox News Channel, CNN and MSNBC, was the speaker Sunday at the fourth program... Read More
Something (Else) in Common
November 19, 2012
Class of 2009 alumni Siobhan Lau, Matt Jennings and Chris Mahnken (center) have different jobs in different cities, but all three are connected by Teach... Read More
James McClamroch Jr. '91 Now Sr. VP at Morningstar
November 18, 2012
James McClamroch Jr., senior vice president of individual software at Morningstar Inc. and 1991 graduate of DePauw University, is profiled in Crain's Chicago... Read More
Thomas Cooley '91 to Perform in Minneapolis Concerts
November 18, 2012
Thomas Cooley, tenor and 1991 graduate of DePauw University, will be among the featured performers in two holiday concerts by the Musicians of the Minnesota... Read More
Lee Hamilton '52 Writes of Vital Issue Congress Won't Confront
November 17, 2012
"With the elections over, Congress faces a full plate of tough issues when it reconvenes," writes Lee Hamilton. "There will be a lot of talk about fiscal... Read More
Robert Haynes '83 Joins VR Laboratories as Sr. VP
November 16, 2012
Robert W. Haynes, a 1983 graduate of DePauw University, has been appointed senior vice president, product introduction and licensing, at VR Laboratories... Read More
"Proven Entrepreneur" Mike Langellier '04 Takes Reins of TechPoint
November 15, 2012
TechPoint, Indiana’s technology growth initiative, today announced that Mike Langellier, a 2004 graduate of DePauw University, has been named its president... Read More
Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver '77 "A Terrifically Entertaining Read": USA Today
November 14, 2012
"With her flaming red hair, the unlikely but irresistible heroine of Barbara Kingsolver's wonderful new novel about climate change and endangered butterflies... Read More
Wendi Taylor Nations '85 and Other Descendants of Artist Charles Reiffel Gather in San Diego
November 12, 2012
"Some descendants of Depression-era artist Charles Reiffel were on hand for Saturday’s opening of a joint exhibit of Reiffel’s paintings at Balboa Park... Read More
With $5 Million Gift from Al & Kathy (’74) Hubbard, DePauw to Create National Model for Advising and Career Preparation in the Liberal Arts
November 12, 2012
President Brian W. Casey announced today that DePauw University has received a $5 million gift from Allan B. and Kathryn F. Hubbard to support the creation... Read More
Prof. Jeff McCall '76 Discusses TV's Groundbreaking All in the Family
November 12, 2012
"The All In the Family writers worked within traditional plot lines, and this was important for the audience, because they could recognize the structure... Read More
Award-Winning Poet Micah Ling '03 to Keynote 'WordFest 2012'
November 11, 2012
Award-winning Indiana poet Micah Ling, a 2003 graduate of DePauw University, will deliver the keynote address at WordFest 2012: Wabash Valley Creative... Read More
Prof. Jake Gross '00 Asks 'How Bad Is It?' in Op-Ed
November 10, 2012
"Just how bad has the student loan burden become?," asks Jacob P.K. Gross, an assistant professor of higher education at the University of Louisville and... Read More
$5 Million Gift from Marshall Reavis ’84 to Fund New Stadium for DePauw Soccer, Lacrosse
November 8, 2012
A $5 million gift from Marshall W. and Amy Reavis will allow for the construction of a new multi-purpose stadium that will become the home for DePauw’s... Read More
Donna Heckler '85 Joins Board of Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis
November 7, 2012
Donna A. Heckler, a 1985 graduate of DePauw University, has joined the board of directors of Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis (CSC). Read More
Publication Names Keira Amstutz '91 a 'Woman of Influence'
November 6, 2012
"Life and work have taken Indiana Humanities President and CEO Keira Amstutz all over her home state of Indiana," notes the Indianapolis Business Journal... Read More
Butler Coach Brad Stevens '99 Recalls DePauw Playing Days in Washington Times
November 4, 2012
Brad Stevens, head men's basketball coach at Butler University, a new member of the Atlantic 10 conference, "recalled his own experiences playing at Division... Read More
Citizens Must Demand Better Civic Dialogue: Former Congressman Lee Hamilton '52
November 4, 2012
"The election of 2012 has called attention to how difficult it is for Americans to talk reasonably with one another about public policy challenges," writes... Read More
Broadway's David Cryer '58 Heads Cast of DePauw Theatre's The Crucible
November 3, 2012
Broadway star and DePauw University alumnus David Cryer leads the cast of a new production of Arthur Miller’s Tony-award winning play, The Crucible, which... Read More
FDNY's Emily Rahimi '99 Helps New Yorkers Weather Hurricane Sandy
November 2, 2012
"As Storm Sandy barreled down on the Northeast on Monday, a one-woman response team at the Fire Department of New York monitored Twitter through the night... Read More
Community Service Experience at DePauw Opened Doors for Marine Biologist J. Nichols '89
November 1, 2012
"In 1987, I was a nineteen-year-old biology student at DePauw University, a small liberal arts college in Greencastle, Indiana," Wallace J. Nichols writes... Read More
"Free Media is Huge" for Presidential Candidates, Prof. Jeff McCall '76 Tells LA Times
October 31, 2012
"With Democratic incumbent Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney locked in a close race, partisans on both sides are looking for hidden propaganda... Read More
Katie Betley '64 Receives Carroll Award for Community Service
October 31, 2012
"Katie Betley is a constant presence in civic circles, a whirling dervish of volunteerism and can-do spirit," according to the Indianapolis Business Journal... Read More
'Dreamt It' App Created by Alex Billingsley '11
October 29, 2012
"Dreams come to people in many different ways and have many different meanings but one thing remains true, it's often difficult to remember them once you... Read More
TV Sports Director John Campbell '69 Announces Retirement Plans
October 26, 2012
John Campbell, sports director of KCRG-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is "one-of-a-kind ... a role model, a leader, a true team player," according to Shannon... Read More
Charlotte Smith '33 Honored at 100th Birthday Celebration
October 25, 2012
Charlotte (Epple) Smith, a 1933 graduate of DePauw University, received a citation from Pennsylvania state Rep. Timothy Hennessey as she celebrated her... Read More
Richard Kebrdle '00 Named Partner at White & Case
October 24, 2012
Richard S. Kebrdle, a 2000 graduate of DePauw University, has been named partner with the law firm of White & Case in Miami, Florida. Read More
Prof. David Callies '65 Co-Authors Development by Agreement
October 23, 2012
David L. Callies, Benjamin A. Kudo Professor of Law at the University of Hawaii at Manoa's William S. Richardson School of Law and 1965 graduate of DePauw... Read More
Attorney Joshua Busch '09 Joins Faegre Baker Daniels
October 22, 2012
Joshua T. Busch, a 2009 graduate of DePauw University, has joined Faegre Baker Daniels and is based in the Fort Wayne, Indiana, office. Read More
Ken Owen '82 to Moderate Final Indiana Gubernatorial Debate
October 22, 2012
The third and final debate between the three candidates for governor of Indiana, which will take place this Thursday, October 25, will be moderated by... Read More
Presidential Race Too Close to Call, Pollster Scott Rasmussen '86 Tells Audience
October 21, 2012
With a little more than two weeks remaining before voters go to the polls, the campaigns of presidential contenders Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are working... Read More
Early Praise for Latest Novel by Barbara Kingsolver '77, Flight Behavior
October 20, 2012
"Flight Behavior is a natural progression for prolific novelist, essayist and poet Barbara Kingsolver whose previous books include The Poisonwood Bible... Read More
"Listless" Congress Only Hurts Itself & the Nation, Opines Lee Hamilton '52
October 19, 2012
"There is a widespread sense, both in Washington and around the country, that Congress has just ended one of the most listless and unproductive sessions... Read More
Teach For America COO Elisa Villanueva Beard '98 Among 2013's 'Women Worth Watching'
October 18, 2012
Elisa Villanueva Beard, chief operating officer for Teach For America and 1998 graduate of DePauw University, is a 2013 "Women Worth Watching" honoree... Read More
Jim Weddle '75 Included in St. Louis Business Journal List of Top CEOs
October 17, 2012
Jim Weddle, managing partner of Edward Jones and 1975 graduate of DePauw University, is included in a St. Louis Business Journal listing of "Where Area... Read More
Michael McKechnie '66 Appointed Executive Director of Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation
October 16, 2012
Michael McKechnie, a 1966 graduate of DePauw University, has been named executive director of the Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation. Read More
See ESPN Founder Bill Rasmussen's ('54) Interview with Inside Indiana Business
October 15, 2012
Today, it is an iconic sports and entertainment brand that stretches across 7 continents, but in the 1970s, ESPN was a crazy idea that was being pitched... Read More
Orlando Cela '97 Performs Two California Concerts This Week
October 15, 2012
Flutist Orlando Cela, a 1997 graduate of DePauw University, will present two performances in California this week. The concerts -- set for Wednesday, October... Read More
Prof. Bob Steele '69 Analyzes Newsworthiness of High-Profile Prostitution Case
October 14, 2012
What are the ethical implications of publishing the names of as many as 150 or more alleged "johns" uncovered in a prostitution case in Kennebunk, Maine?... Read More
Bill is Back
October 12, 2012
It's been a long time since ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, a 1954 DePauw University graduate, made daily walks across campus. All he did between then and... Read More
Newspaper Previews NY Lecture by Prof. Valerie Haskins '79
October 12, 2012
Valerie Haskins, professor of anthropology and archaeology at SUNY Adirondack and 1979 graduate of DePauw University, will discuss "The Mummies of Mammoth... Read More
Column on Format of Debates Quotes DePauw Student, Two Professors
October 11, 2012
A column by Mark Bennett in today's Terre Haute Tribune-Star. calls upon a DePauw University student debater and two professors to discuss the presidential... Read More
ESPN Founder Bill Rasmussen '54 to be Featured on Statewide TV Business Program
October 11, 2012
Bill Rasmussen, the founder of ESPN and 1954 graduate of DePauw University, will be featured this weekend on the statewide television program, Inside Indiana... Read More
Questions About VP Debate Moderator a "Red Herring," Prof. Bob Steele '69 Tells AP
October 10, 2012
The day before the vice presidential debate, the guest list for moderator Martha Raddatz's 1991 wedding has become an issue, of sorts," begins an Associated... Read More
Anne Hunter Williams '92 Joins the Higgins Firm
October 10, 2012
Anne Hunter Williams, a 1992 graduate of DePauw University, has joined the Higgins Firm. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Higgins is a law practice that... Read More
WGRE Alum Sarah Eutsler '11 Writes of "Awesome Hands-On Learning Experience"
October 9, 2012
"When I started college, I was print journalism all the way," writes Sarah Eutsler, a 2011 graduate of DePauw University, for USA Today. "I had no interest... Read More
Trustees Approve Athletics and Recreation Master Plan, Accept $5 Million Gift From Scott ’82 and Kim Welch
October 8, 2012
President Brian W. Casey today announced that DePauw University has received the first major gift toward the University’s comprehensive athletics and recreation... Read More
1967 Graduates Dave and Suzanne Hoover Make $25 Million Gift to Fund New Dining Hall and Need-Based Scholarships
October 4, 2012
President Brian W. Casey today announced that DePauw University has received a $25 million gift from R. David and Suzanne A. Hoover (both 1967 graduates... Read More
Susan Rozzi '90 Takes Reins of Leadership Hendricks County
October 4, 2012
Susan Rozzi, a 1990 graduate of DePauw University, has been appointed director of Leadership Hendricks County. She comes to the post after serving six... Read More
Prof. Jeff McCall '76 Analyzes First Obama-Romney Debate on TV Program
October 4, 2012
"Last night's debate was fascinating, and it may be different from some of the debates in the past," Jeff McCall, professor of communication at DePauw... Read More
Attorney Brad Graveline '87 Joins Sheppard Mullin
October 2, 2012
Bradley C. Graveline, a 1987 graduate of DePauw University, has joined Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP as a partner in the firm's Chicago office... Read More
Diane Bredehoft '85 is First VP at Bank of New Canaan
October 2, 2012
Diane Bredehoft, a 1985 graduate of DePauw University, has been promoted to first vice president of the Bank of New Canaan, reports the Greenwich Time... Read More
Stan Kinsey '76 Leads After First Round of Qualifications for USGA Senior Amateur Championship
September 30, 2012
"Stan Kinsey shot a 5-under 66 on Saturday to take the first-round lead in stroke-play qualifying for the USGA Senior Amateur Championship," notes an ... Read More
TV is the Wrong Medium for Presidential Debates, Opines Prof. Jeff McCall '76
September 29, 2012
In the opinion of Jeffrey M. McCall, professor of communication at DePauw University, "The presidential debates would better serve the citizenry if they... Read More