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Lightning bugs flitting, cicadas chirping, mosquitoes buzzing, chiggers, outdoor concerts, baseball games with the grandkids, ice cold lemonade, fresh tomatoes, barbeque hamburgers and hot dogs, zucchini from the garden, to name a few. Ah, summer in Kansas and the living is easy. Well, most of the time. New aches and pains continue to hit us and you never know for sure that when you bend over you can straighten back up. Aging is certainly not for sissies - but it sure beats the alternative. Activities are picking up on campus at Friends University. New professors, new deans, new students, President Arant’s second year, Homecoming around the corner, etc. Also, two buildings in the Delano Historic District will be the new home for the Art Department with anticipated occupancy by the 2013 fall semester. There will be plenty of room for an on-site gallery, offices and lecture hall. Won’t they be thrilled to have their own building? The second annual President’s Run will be held on the campus and surrounding area on Saturday, April 6, 2013. Now I realize that is still some time from now, but this is your first notice. This past spring’s President’s

Inaugural Run was a great hit. The runners loved the course around the Friends campus and on University Avenue and there were many mascots from surrounding area businesses cheering everyone along - even the walkers - which might include a number of us 60s grads next year who have left running behind. Whew!!

Homecoming is coming again and it will be the 50th reunion for the class of 1962. WOW! Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012. More information will be coming in your mail. Hey, I’ll be there and I graduated in 1968. It’s a fun place to be on a Saturday in October. Here are some great updates from y’all:

• Carolyn Gilmore, FS‘59-‘60, writes that she has just published a new book titled “Nourishing Your Newborn.” As an obstetric nurse, she helped many new Moms learn the art of breastfeeding.

• Jerry Watters, G‘69, sends information that he is the minister of music and education at First Baptist Church in Neches, Texas.

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News from your class agent

Sherrie (Lindstrom) Andersen, G’681960s Class Agent

pirsqrd24@hotmail.com

News From Your Class Agent 1What’s New With You? 2More News From Your Agent 2License Plates Now Available 2Homecoming 2012 3Inauguration of President Arant 3More News From Your Agent 3Fall Alumni Events 4From the Desk of Lisa Tilma 4

As of June 25, the Alumni Office learned that the Friends University state license plates were shipped from the Division of Vehicles to all Kansas county tag offices. This means that by the time you read this issue of Campus Connection, the plates will be available to pick up from your local county tag office!

A supplemental order for Sedgwick County has been placed as of July 16. If you did not pre-purchase a plate from the University, you can still purchase one “over-the-counter” next time your tag comes due.

If you have any questions, please contact the Alumni Office via email at alumni@friends.edu.

University Kansas license plates now available

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Friends University is more than just getting a degree, but developing a

lifelong friendship, which is why we want to stay connected with you as a

member of the Friends University Alumni Association.

If you have some exciting news that you would like to share with your

classmates, let us know! You can update your information online at

www.friends.edu/update-your-information. Use your ID number to process

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Continued from Page 1• Linda (Brown) Smith, G’67, retired from Cerner Corp. in Kansas City,

Kan. in 2010. She now enjoys volunteer work and visiting family and friends. Hey Linda, have you been back to Friends lately? Come on down for Homecoming.

• Carol (Amey) Riegel, G’66, writes that she retired in 2008 after 41 years working as a medical technologist at the St. John District Hospital and Pratt Regional Medical Center. She now volunteers at the local TV station. She and her husband John have 6 grandchildren and love their time with them. (You really put that chemistry degree to work, didn’t you?)

• The Alumni Office received notice that Ben Bennett, G’65, was inducted into the Kansas Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2011. He coached wrestling at Junction City High School for 17 years and served on the USA Wrestling National Olympic Board of Directors as both president and chairman. Congratulations!

• Dr. Kent Roberts, G’67, retired in 2011 as director of chaplaincy services at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital in Yakima, Wash., after 36 years of service.

• Marian (Short), G’66, and Randle Hope, FS’64, are both retired and are living in Timnath, Colo.

• Betty (Shinn), G’66, and Dr. Bobby McCaslin, G’66, live in Las Cruces, N.M. They are both retired and “love being able to go when we want and not tied to a job.” (I agree with that, Betty.) Bobby retired from teaching at New Mexico State University.

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Friends University celebrated the inauguration of its 13th president, Dr. T.J. Arant, March 30, 2012. The ceremony took place at 2 p.m. in Garvey Gymnasium in the Garvey Physical Education Center.

Approximately 600 students, alumni, parents, friends and members from the local community were in attendance, along with nearly 50 delegates from visiting colleges who showed their support.

Rodney Pitts, G’82, chair of Friends University Board of Trustees, presided over the installation of the president, followed by Dr. Arant’s inaugural address.

Music was provided by the Friends University student brass quintet, the University Concert Band and the Singing Quakers.

A cocktail-style reception in McKay Gymnasium at the Casado Campus Center followed the ceremony, with music provided by the Friends University jazz ensemble and string ensemble. Guests enjoyed a variety of hors d’oeuvres provided by Sodexo catering services.

This historic occasion was a rare opportunity to highlight Friends University and its place within the realm of higher education and the regions it serves.

President’s Inauguration brings Friends community together

MilestoneClassReunions•10a.m.Davis Admin. Bldg. (1962, 1987)• Check-in at 10 a.m., first floor.• Visit from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

(campus tours included).Parade•1p.m.University Ave. & Hiram St.• Motorcyclists and and

classic car enthusiasts wanted for parade.

• Bring the family to enjoy the floats and collect candy!

BlockParty•1:30p.m.Garvey Practice Field• FREE carnival games and inflatables.• FREE tailgate lunch of hamburgers, hot

dogs and all the fixins!Football Game vs. BethanyCollegeSwedes•3p.m.• Halftime - crowning of

Homecoming Royalty.

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• Bruce Campbell, G’66, is owner, realtor and auctioneer for his own company, Bid-N-Buy Realty - Auctions - Appraisal. Bruce writes: “Married 46 years, 2 daughters, 2 sons-in-law and 4 grandchildren. Thanks to Friends for giving me a good foundation to build on.” (Friends did that for lots of us.)

• James Morris, G’66, retired from teaching and the Boeing Company. He now “supports his golf habit” by working part-time. (That golf habit keeps you young.)

That’s it for this issue of the class newsletter. Remember, our lives can be hectic and time slips away, so stay in touch with those you love - and us.

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Did you know the Friends University Alumni Association has its very own Facebook group? As of this issue of Campus Connection, we’re at more than 900 members! If you would like to join, go to facebook.com/groups/friendsuniversityalumni.If you are already

a member, I challenge you to help make this group something that will be enjoyed by all!

Suggestions include:• Photos from your college days – you never know

what memories a photo will spark!• Job postings – if you’re looking for you or your

employer, ask a fellow alum for their help.• Hello to new neighbors – did you recently move?

Chances are there is someone with a Friends connection who lives in your new hometown.

• Invite your classmates – I would love to see our group reach 1,000 members before the end of 2012.

Lisa Tilma, G’01/M’04Executive Director of Alumni Relations

AlumniOffice316.295.5900

800.794.6945 ext. 5900alumni@friends.edu

www.friends.edu/alumni

Friends University does not discriminate against academically qualified students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin,

sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Accredited by the Higher Learning

Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 230 S. LaSalle Street,

Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; www.ncahlc.org; 1-800-621-7440.

Friends University AppreciAtion tAilgAteSept. 8, 2012 at 5:30 p.m.; game starts at 7 p.m.

AlUmni Art show receptionSept. 28, 2012 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Aprentis institUte nAtionAl conFerence“grAce, grAce And more grAce”Sept. 27-29, 2012

deAdline For Athletic hAll oF FAme nominAtionsOct. 1, 2012, at 5 p.m.

rUn with FriendsOct. 14, 2012, Wichita Prairie Fire Marathon

greAt conversAtion!Oct. 18, 2012, 6:30-9 p.m.

milestone reUnions For clAsses oF 1962 And 1987Oct. 20, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

singing QUAker AlUmni concertNov. 10, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

rUn with FriendsDec. 1, 2012, Wichita Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run

Athletic hAll oF FAme AwArds ceremonyJan. 26, 2013, between women’s/men’s basketball games

Stay up-to-date on alumni news with Friends Flash! at www.friends.edu/friends-flash!