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5/16/2008 - Dakota Spirit Writing Workshops planned

Jamestown College is hosting the Dakota Spirit Writing Workshops June 1-6 on the campus. The workshops will be led by North Dakota Poet Laureate and Jamestown College writer in residence Larry Woiwode, poet and performance artist Shadd Piehl, filmmaker Christopher Jacobs and children’s author Roxane Salonen. All ages are welcome, from high school seniors to senior citizens. The schedule is arranged so participants may attend two of the four workshops. Teachers can earn up to three Continuing Education Units, and undergraduates can earn three college credits. Woiwode will conduct workshops on the memoir. Of his 12 published books, six have been chosen as “notable books of the year” by the New York Times Book Review. He has been a Guggenheim Fellow and a Lannan Fellow and in 1995 received the Medal of Merit from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, “for distinction in the art of the short story.” His recent memoir, “A Step from Death,” was published this March. Piehl will conduct workshops on poetry and songwriting. A poet and performance artist, he has been a featured performer at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Nev. In addition to his first book, “Toward Horses,” he has published broadsides and in journals and magazines, and his work has been anthologized in Norton’s “Between Earth and Sky” and other venues. Jacobs’ workshop, “From Script to Shoot,” will handle the mechanics of movie making. He teaches Introduction to Film and Creative Movie Production at the University of North Dakota, where he is a senior lecturer. He writes a weekly column as Movies Editor for the High Plains Reader. He has worked on independent films shooting in the area, such as “Fargo” and “Dead Dogs.” Several of his feature-length films and shorts have been recognized at film festivals around the country. Salonen will conduct a workshop on writing children’s books. Her book, “P is for Peace Garden: A North Dakota Alphabet” won the 2006 Flicker Tale Book Award. She has been active in the Society of Professional Book Writers and Illustrators since 1998. She previously worked in the state of Washington as a newspaper reporter and editor. Tuition for the conference is $200. Room and board are also available. For more information or to register, contact Liz Schwartz at (701) 252-3467 ext. 5551 or lschwart@jc.edu. For complete information on the graduate CEU, contact registrar Mike Woodley at (701) 252-3467 ext. 5554 or woodley@jc.edu.

5/15/2008 - Students receive communications awards

Several Jamestown College students received recognition at the North Dakota Professional Communicators state conference for their work on The Collegian, the Jamestown College student newspaper. Jenna Tews, a junior from Morgan, Minn., received first place in the editorial category for “Diners make ‘Mmm Bop’ song stop.” She also received second place in the single display ad category. Matt Dettori, a senior from Fairfield, Idaho, earned three awards for photography: a first place for his news photo, “Fun goes too far: Students vandalize Kroeze courtyard”; a second place for his feature photo, “Alumni success builds up Jamestown College”; and a third place for his sports photo, “Jimmies start 3-0 and mudsling the Mustangs.” Tricia McCann, a freshman from Verona, N.D., received third place in the news writing category for “Bistro owner pressured to display patriotic sign.” Holly Newton, a sophomore from Jamestown, received an honorable mention in the same category for “Fun goes too far: Students vandalize Kroeze courtyard.” Editor-in-chief Richard Schmit, a sophomore from Oakes, N.D., received a third place in the editorial category for “The hiring process at JC needs fixing.” Bill Heinzen, a junior from Grand Rapids, Minn., received an honorable mention in the same category for “The economics of love.” In the sports category, sophomore Layne Fluhrer of Stanley, N.D., received a third place for “Jimmies win 21st conference championship.” Communications professionals in each field judged entries from student journalists, editors, broadcasters, photographers, designers and writers from seven institutions. A total of 43 awards were presented in 25 categories.

5/12/2008 - Students recognized as Champions of Character

Jamestown College and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) have recognized seniors Jeremy Burgard, Dickinson, and Chrisy Lussenden, Bismarck, for their efforts with the Champions of Character program. Burgard plays baseball for the Jimmies and Lussenden is on the track & field team. Other finalists for the award were Kellen Bubach, a senior basketball player from West Fargo, and Nicole Zerr, a senior basketball player from Mandan. The NAIA Champions of Character program has a goal of instilling an understanding of character values through sport. Its five core values are Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Servant Leadership and Sportsmanship. Every student-athlete in Jimmie athletics has participated in some way with Champions of Character, primarily through the servant leadership activities that each coach implements for their programs. Burgard received his award in recognition of National Student-Athlete Day, which celebrates outstanding student-athletes who have achieved excellence in academics and athletics while having made significant contributions to the community. Burgard has worked with youth at open gyms and Jimmie baseball camps, as well as coaching in the Special Olympics program Lussenden’s award was given in recognition of National Sportsmanship Day, which promotes sportsmanship, fair play, courtesy and grace in winning and losing. It also strives to celebrate parents and adults who are true models of good sportsmanship and fair play. Some of Chrisy’s activities included Trick or Can and the Kenyan Shoe drive, as well as Anne Carlsen Center’s prom, Jamestown College ministry team activities, and St. John’s youth minister. Jamestown College is one of 28 Champions of Character Program Centers recognized by the NAIA. The program is under the direction of athletic director Lawrie Paulson and assistant track coach Kathryn Lemm.

5/11/2008 - Baccalaureate, Commencement May 10

Jamestown College will present bachelor’s degrees to graduating seniors during the school’s 102nd Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10, at the Jamestown Civic Center. Baccalaureate is at 10:30 a.m., and Commencement is at 2:30 p.m. James Unruh of Paradise Valley, Ariz., a 1963 graduate of Jamestown College and Chairman of the College’s Board of Trustees, will deliver the commencement address titled “Foundation of Success.” Unruh is founding principal of Alerion Capital Group, LLC, and he is a former Chairman and CEO of Unisys Corp. He was one of the lead donors of the Unruh and Sheldon Center for Business and Computer Science, which opened in the fall of 2006 at Jamestown College. Receiving the designation of Trustee Emerita will be Audrey Kloubec of Fargo. She served as a member of the Board of Trustees from 1987 to 2005. Especially interested in foreign languages and the arts, Kloubec served as Chair of the Board’s Academic Affairs Committee. Student speakers at commencement will be Andrea Brintnell, Bismarck, who is receiving a degree in elementary education; and Cody Guy Garrison, St. John, N.D., who is receiving a degree in accounting. Dr. Thomas Johnson, assistant professor of history-political science, will speak at Baccalaureate. Graduating senior Johanna Unke of Crookston, Minn., will serve as organist for Baccalaureate. Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study. Emphasis is placed on not only preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also in preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school named to the top tier in U.S. News and World Report’s “2008 Best Colleges.”

5/10/2008 - Commencement Concert set for May 9

The Jamestown College Concert Choir will present a Commencement Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 9 in Voorhees Chapel. The concert is free and open to the public. The choir will perform a variety of works to celebrate the upcoming Jamestown College Commencement ceremonies and to honor the graduating seniors. The choir performs under the direction of J. Aaron McDermid, director of choral activities at Jamestown College. Baccalaureate and Commencement will take place Saturday, May 10 at the Jamestown Civic Center.

5/8/2008 - Honors Convocation held

Jamestown College recognized outstanding students, staff and faculty at its annual Honors Convocation held April 24. Ashish Patel, assistant professor of mathematics, was named Professor of the Year. Michele Kramlich, admissions counselor, was named Staff Person of the Year. Student awards are as follows: President’s Key Award (presented to the highest ranking student(s) in the senior class who have spent all four years at Jamestown College): Robert Hanna, Mandan. CPA Society Foundation Award: Ryan Fitts, Port Orchard, Wash.; Lindsey Rasmussen, Mayville. Harris and Arlyce Widmer Exam Scholarship: Mallory Kludt, Watertown, S.D.. Art Department Outstanding Student Award: Nicholas Tews, Jamestown. Senior Biology Achievement Award: Aprille Hvinden, Maddock. Freshman Biology Achievement Award: Lydia Muecke, Heyburn, Idaho. Kiwanis Business Administration Freshman Achievement Awards: Holly Bloms, Berthold; Jeffrey McCann, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. William J. Klaudt Award (for outstanding overall performance in the Department of Business, Accounting and Economics): Nathan Pederson, Fargo; Lindsey Rasmussen, Mayville. Jerry Knoblich Organic Chemistry Award: Sarah Berntson, Jamestown. Communication Achievement Award: Audrey Desmarteaux-Houle, St. Eustache, Quebec, Canada; Abbagail Geroux, Jamestown. Chesterman Communication Scholarship: Holly Newton, Jamestown. Freshman Computer Science Award: Timothy Ault, Jamestown. Computer Science Department Computing Service Award: Blair Anderson, Yankton, S.D. Teacher Education Achievement Award in Elementary Education: Alyssa Enger, Jamestown. The Teacher Education Achievement Award in Secondary Education: Jesse Vote, Cando. Clyde R. Travis Award (for a junior showing great promise in teacher education): Christan Baker, Jamestown. North Dakota Association of Teacher Education Outstanding Student Teacher Award: Andrea Brintnell, Bismarck. Carolgene Wolf Scholarship in Education: Nathan Horgeshimer, Lisbon . William “Bill” Laskowski Scholarships in English: Kristin Geditz, Ipswich, S.D.; David Craig, Jamestown. Professional Achievement Award in English: William Heinzen, Grand Rapids, Minn. History and Political Science Achievement Award: Cassie Dellwo, Polson, Mont.; Kallie Hokanson, Brooklyn Park, Minn. Political Science Merit Award: Jessica Ault, Jamestown. Kiwanis Freshman Mathematics Award: Kortney Groettum, Lisbon. Janet Joos Mathematics Award: Brandon Boese, St. Michael, Minn. Harry Mason Award in Mathematics: Andrew Klose, Jamestown. Music Department Student Achievement Award: Ivanna Holte, Poplar, Mont. Richard Harrison Smith Choral Prize: Ivanna Holte, Poplar, Mont.; Daniel Walstad, Bismarck. Faculty Recognition Award in Nursing: Heidi Reitan, Valley City. Distinguished Achievement Award in Nursing: Johanna Unke, Crookston, Minn. Ruth Strutz Adult Learning Award in Nursing: Patricia Moos, Jamestown. Psychology Department Outstanding Senior Achievement Award: Raissa Johnson, Gwinner. Psychology Department Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Awards: Elise Hocking, Bismarck; Larissa Kaiser, Jamestown. Religion-Philosophy Department Prize: Christopher Kramlich, Jamestown. Jimmie Zanni Award in Theatre: Drew Evans, Bismarck. Representative Jimmies (seniors chosen by their classmates): Jennifer Anderson, Yankton, S.D.; Jessica Ault, Jamestown; Andrea Brintnell, Bismarck; Matthew Dettori, Fairfield, Idaho; Cody Garrison, St. John; Jessica Haak, Herreid, S.D.; Robert Hanna, Mandan; Curtis Huffman, Kadoka, S.D.; Raissa Johnson, Gwinner; Brandon Miller, Oxbow; Johanna Unke, Crookston, Minn. Kennedy S. Wanner Memorial Trophy (awarded to students based on their scholastic record, participation in intercollegiate athletics, and high ideals): Kellen Bubach, West Fargo; Justine Rechenmacher, Aurora, Ill. Special Olympics Scholarship (awarded to a student who is a certified chaperone or coach for Special Olympics): Bryan Allen, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Carl C. Raugust Award: Lindsey Rasmussen, Mayville Chapter K PEO Awards: Kirsti Lukens, Aneta; Stephanie Nordgren, Hazen. Chapter AB PEO Awards: Rachel Hager, Holly Newton, and Krysten Williams, all Jamestown. Chapter AS PEO Award: Abbagail Geroux, Jamestown. Plainsong Contest winners: Tiffany Hill, Minneapolis; Courtney Haag, Jamestown; Ellyn Grothem, Spicer, Minn; Amanda Paone, Andover, Minn. Collegian Staffer of the Year Awards: Holly Newton, Jamestown; Richard Schmit, Oakes; Lindsey Rasmussen, Mayville. The College Fellow is awarded to a limited number of outstanding junior or senior students selected each year by the faculty. A Fellow may tutor or teach under the direction of the department chair, and holds rank just below that of the college Instructor. College Fellows in Accounting: Cody Garrison, St. John; Mallory Kludt, Watertown, S.D. College Fellows in Biology: Andrew Anderson, New Rockford; Sarah Berntson, Jamestown; Sarah Mertz, Hurdsfield. College Fellows in Business Administration: Brandon Miller, Oxbow; Nathan Pederson, Fargo; Jay Tweed, Sykeston. College Fellow in Chemistry: Andrew Klose, Jamestown. College Fellows in Communication: Elizabeth Asheim, Hillsboro; Kirsti Lukens, Aneta. College Fellow in Computer Science: Matthew Leidholm, Hillsboro. College Fellows in Elementary Education: Allison Muhs, Monument, Colo.; Rachel Hager, Jamestown; Stephanie Olson, Apple Valley, Minn. College Fellows in English: Kallie Hokanson, Brooklyn Park, Minn.; Korey Erickson, Aberdeen, S.D. College Fellows in Fine Arts: Leanna Lindegard, Hallock, Minn.; Nicholas Tews, Jamestown. College Fellow in French: Tabitha Ongstad, Robinson. College Fellows in German: Diana Eaton, Askov, Minn.; Krystyl McManus, Almont. College Fellows in Health and Fitness Administration: Justine Rechenmacher, Aurora, Ill.; James Klemann, Belgrade, Mont. College Fellows in History: Andrew Cook, Woodworth; Courtney Doll, New Salem. College Fellows in History/Political Science: Brian Wright, Hoyt Lakes, Minn.; Natasha Gray, Lennox, S.D. College Fellow in Information Technology: Jenna Tews, Morgan, Minn. College Fellow in Liberal Arts Business Studies: Kellen Bubach, West Fargo. College Fellows in Management Information Science: Rachel Ness, Sharon; Filip Peno, Belgrade, Serbia. College Fellow in Mathematics: Brandon Boese, St. Michael, Minn. College Fellows in Music: Christopher Brandt, Renner, S.D.; Lana Ross, Grenora. College Fellows in Nursing: Lisa Carlson, Jamestown; Lori Cawley, Inkster; Kristen Hesby, Lake Preston, S.D.; Nicole Rassier, Ghent, Minn.; Sabina Sherchan, Minneapolis; Taryn Treumer, Kensal. College Fellows in Physical Education: Amy Halverson, Big Beaver, Saskatchewan, Canada; Tanner Kelting, Gillette, Wyoming. College Fellows in Psychology: Krystyl McManus, Almont; John Peabody, Beulah. College Fellows in Religion-Philosophy: Jaclyn Beito, Newfolden, Minn.; Sarah Berntson, Jamestown. College Fellow in Spanish: Elizabeth Asheim, Hillsboro; Jacqueline Watts, Jamestown. New inductees into honor societies: Alpha Chi (National College Honor Scholarship Society): Elizabeth Asheim, Jaclyn Beito, Brandon Boese, Rachel Braff, Rachelle Brockell, Megan Burns, Serena Christianson, Cody Garrison, Abbagail Geroux, Mareike Geyer, Robert Hanna, Elise Hocking, Mallory Kludt, Matthew Leidholm, Krista Liebing, Kari Paulsrud, Lindsey Rasmussen, Nicole Rassier, Slay Rivinius, Todd Roth, Sarah Schuchard, Rebekah Vanderpas, Cady VanTries, Jacqueline Watts. Alpha Mu Gamma (National Collegiate Foreign Language Honor Society): Elizabeth Asheim, Jessica Ault, Rachelle Brockell, Mark Brown, Diana Eaton, Abbagail Geroux, Lesley Hellebush, Nicole Lax, Krystyl McManus, Raissa Johnson, Stephanie Olson, Anthony Roth, Nicholas Tews, Valerie Wahl, Jacqueline Watts, Samantha Westerhausen. Lambda Pi Eta (National Collegiate Communication Honor Society): Elizabeth Asheim, Serena Christianson, Audrey Desmarteaux-Houle, Matthew Dettori, Abbagail Geroux, Jessica Haak, Kirsti Lukens, Brandon Miller, Dan White. Pi Lambda Theta (International Honor Society in Education): Alyssa Enger, Rebekah Vanderpas, Valerie Wahl, Kari Wollmuth. Psi Chi (Psychology Honor Society): Cori Doubek, Heidi Fiechtner, Elise Hocking, Larissa Kaiser, Krista Liebing, Krystyl McManus, Sarah Moore, John Peabody, Brenda Ross, Kayla Schneibel, Gary Thomas, Cady Van Tries, Nicole Zerr. Sigma Theta Tau International (Nursing Honor Society): Megan Burns, Lori Cawley, Sierra DeVries, Katie Froemke, Molly Hanson, Krista Ledeboer, Kellie Miller, Darcie Peterson, Heidi Reitan, Sabina Sherchan, Johanna Unke, Dana VenHuizen. Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities: Elizabeth Asheim, Jessica Ault, Jaclyn Beito, Sarah Berntson, Andrea Brintnell, Jeremiah Burgard, Lori Cawley, Cassie Dellwo, Jared Eamon, Drew Evans, Katie Finsaas, Cody Garrison, Natasha Gray, Jessica Haak, Amy Halverson, Robert Hanna, Mary Heinzen, William Heinzen, Leslie Hellebush, Ashley Hennings, Elise Hocking, Ivanna Holte, Erin Jacobs, Andrew Klose, Nicole Lax, Kirsti Lukens, Christina Lussenden, Lindsey Meyers, Filip Peno, Elizabeth Phares, Anthony Roth, Rachel Shannon, Erica Sjostrom, Johanna Unke, Ashley Wines.

5/1/2008 - Student senators elected for 2008-09

Jamestown College students have elected their Student Senate Executive Board, Student Senators and Board of Student Media representatives for the 2008-09 school year. Laural Ikonomou, a senior from London, Ontario, Canada, was elected president. Alex Woodruff, a junior from Overland Park, Kan., will serve as vice president. Cody Roland, a junior from Crosby, will serve as treasurer. Brandon Boese, a junior from Saint Michael, Minn., was elected secretary. Lyndon Schmidt, a senior from Green River, Wyo., was elected press secretary. Senators elected to represent the senior class are Andy Anderson, New Rockford; Katie Finsaas, Fairview, Mont.; Chris Kramlich, Jamestown; Matt Nygard, Fargo; Elizabeth Phares, Big Timber, Mont.; and Stephan Shoemaker, Camas, Wash. Junior Senators are Alyssa Bossler, Helena, Mont.; Bryan Edens, Brighton, Colo.; Stacey Johnson, Gwinner; Matt Leidholm, Hillsboro; Nicole Nelson, Lakota; and Katie Schauer, Williston. Sophomore Senators are Brent Bull, Bloomington, Minn.; Kendra Leidholm, Hillsboro; Jeff McCann, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada; Tricia McCann, Verona; Anthony Morrison, Cavalier; and Bradley Wolbert, Milaca, Minn. Board of Student Media representatives are Andy Anderson, New Rockford; Serena Christianson, Williston; and Matt Leidholm, Hillsboro. Freshman Senators will be elected in the fall. The Jamestown College Student Senate initiates student reforms, organizes and promotes activities on campus, and nominates students to faculty committees. The Senate is comprised of six elected senators from each of the four classes, a five-member executive board, some ex-officio members and a staff adviser. The Board of Student Media oversees The Collegian, Jamestown College’s student newspaper.

4/23/2008 - Students earn awards at business conference

The Jamestown College Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) chapter took several awards home from the State Leadership Conference held recently. Nathan Peine, a junior from Hampton, Minn., was elected president of the state PBL organization for 2008-09. Cody Roland, a sophomore from Crosby, N.D., was elected state vice president for finance and membership development. Jenna Tews, a junior from Morgan, Minn., was appointed vice president of operations. Peine and Serena Christianson, Williston, were named to the Character and Membership Achievement Program and State Officer Who’s Who. Tews and Lindsey Rasmussen, Mayville, were named to Jamestown College Who’s Who. First place winners from the Jamestown College chapter were Allison Church, Dryden, Ontario, Canada, in Computer Applications; Jack Troshynski, Wasilla, Alaska, in Computer Concepts; Tews in Database Design and Applications; Whitney Stangeland, Glenfield, in Financial Analysis and Decision Making; Rasmussen in International Business; Christianson in Job Interview; Rachel Ness, Sharon, in Project Management; and Elizabeth Rerick, Ashley, in Sales Presentation. Second place winners were Christianson and Peine in Business Ethics; Wendy Brown, Helena, Mont., and Brigitte Georgina, Jamestown, in Digital Video Production; Peine, Christina Hunt, Cando, and Matt Nygard, Fargo, in Hospitality Management; Krysten Williams, Jamestown, in Computer Applications; Roland in Contemporary Sports Issues; Ness in Database Design and Applications; Peine in Impromptu Speaking; Brown in Information Management; Nygard in Sales Presentation; and Church in Statistical Analysis. Third place winners were Church in Accounting Principles; Tews in Business Communication; Ness in Cyber Security; and Stangeland in Management Analysis and Decision Making. PBL is a professional organization for students interested in pursuing business and related careers. The Jamestown College chapter adviser is Mary Reed, assistant professor of computer science and technology.

4/12/2008 - Jamestown College adds women's wrestling

Jamestown College is adding women’s wrestling to its lineup of varsity athletic offerings beginning in the 2008-09 school year. “Since adding men’s soccer two years ago, we have been evaluating possibilities for a new women’s sport, and we are excited to lead the way in this region with women’s wrestling,” says Jamestown College president Robert S. Badal. “We anticipate the addition of more teams in the years ahead and the opportunity to compete in Canada and the U.S.” Current head men’s wrestling coach Cisco Cole will also serve as head coach of the women’s team. “I am extremely excited about coaching the new women’s wrestling team here at Jamestown College,” Cole says. “Women’s wrestling is one of the world’s fastest growing women’s sports. There are more than 6,000 high school girls who wrestle, so being able to offer them an opportunity to continue wrestling at the college level just makes sense.” Women’s wrestling made its Olympic debut at the 2004 Summer Games in Athens. Just eight other colleges in the United States offer women’s wrestling as a varsity sport: Northern Michigan University, University of the Cumberlands in Kentucky, Oklahoma City University, Missouri Valley College, Menlo College in California, Pacific University in Oregon, Missouri Baptist University and Yakima Valley Community College in Washington. There are also about 10 club teams across the country. “We are in a great location for women’s wrestling,” Cole says. “There are currently 15 varsity college teams in Canada. Our location will allow us to be able to compete against the best Canadian teams, as well as the best U.S. teams.” “This sport is beginning to emerge at the national level, and it is exciting to be at the front end of it in our area,” says athletic director Lawrie Paulson. “Coach Cole’s hard work will allow us to bring the number of our women’s programs back to the same level as the number of our men’s programs, and it will bring to our campus new students from several different parts of the country.” Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study. Emphasis is placed on not only preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also in preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school named to the top tier in U.S. News and World Report’s “2008 Best Colleges.”

2/28/2008 - Full-tuition scholarships awarded

Jamestown College has awarded the prestigious, full tuition Wilson Scholarship to three more high school seniors. Katie Conlon, Jamestown; Allison Didychuk, Brandon, Manitoba, Canada; and Justin Shipman, Watford City, N.D., were selected among students participating in an on-campus interview, essay and examination process in February. Three students were also selected in November. The Wilson Scholarship provides full tuition renewable for four years and was established in memory of the late Dr. John L. Wilson and his wife, Palma. Dr. Wilson served on the College’s Board of Trustees from 1957 until his death in 1983. Recipients of the scholarship must demonstrate commendable academic and leadership skills. “The Wilson Scholars are always among the campus leaders at Jamestown College, in and out of the classroom,” says Dan Kunzman, vice president for enrollment management. Conlon is the daughter of Frank and Dianne Conlon. At Jamestown High School, she has been active in basketball, track, cross country and Student Council. She is a member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and has traveled on mission trips to New York City, New Orleans and Mississippi. Didychuk is the daughter of Don and Stefanie Didychuk. She plans to major in pre-medicine at Jamestown College. At Vincent Massey High School, she has been active in band, drumline, choir, wind ensemble, vocal jazz, jazz band, Student Council, Math Club, Choir Council and volleyball. She has played in the Brandon Community Orchestra and volunteered at the Brandon Jazz Festival. She has also served as a peer tutor. Shipman is the son of Neal and Lisa Shipman. He plans to major in pre-medicine at Jamestown College. At Watford City High School, he has been active in National Honor Society, FFA, band, pep band, jazz band, basketball, football, track and Math Track Team. He was the North Dakota High School Activities Association Distinguished Student runner-up and was also a North Dakota Wendy’s High School Heisman Award finalist. Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study. Emphasis is placed on not only preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also in preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school named to the top tier in U.S. News and World Report’s “2008 Best Colleges.”

1/31/2008 - Summer Program presented to Schuler Scholars

Jamestown College recently accepted an invitation from the Chicago-based Schuler Family Foundation to make a pilot summer course available to high school sophomores in the Schuler Scholar Program. The summer course was introduced at the Schuler Scholar Program Summer Programs Meeting Jan. 17-18. “Being part of the programming for the Schuler Scholars is great for Jamestown College,” says Dan Kunzman, vice president for enrollment management. “The Schuler Scholars are highly motivated and have a sophisticated support system that will help them be successful in college.” The Schuler Scholars are chosen from three Chicago area high schools based on factors that include academic performance, need for guidance, character and financial need. The Scholars participate in intensive college readiness activities as well as a summer program after their sophomore year. Other colleges and universities that presented their summer programs to the Scholars included Harvard, Emory, Johns Hopkins, Syracuse, Cornell and Brown. Plans for Jamestown College’s pilot Summer Program to be held July 7-19 include the study of North Dakota’s Prairie Pothole Region (Coteau du Missouri) led by a team of experienced field biologists and a trip to explore the Lewis and Clark Trail and the North Dakota Badlands. In addition to the Schuler Scholars, the Summer Program is open to area students who have completed their sophomore year of high school. For more information on the Summer Program, contact the Jamestown College Office of Admissions at (701) 252-3467 ext. 5562 or 1-800-336-2554. The Schuler Scholar Program’s mission is to motivate and change behavior of high potential students to strive towards a goal of graduating from top-ranked colleges, recognizing that even high potential students are vulnerable to outside influences during high school and college years. Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study. Emphasis is placed on not only preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also in preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school named to the top tier in U.S. News and World Report’s “2008 Best Colleges.”

1/30/2008 - Bud Etzold named head football coach

Jamestown College president Robert S. Badal and athletic director Lawrie Paulson on Tuesday announced the return of Emmett “Bud” Etzold as the College’s head football coach. “I am excited for the opportunity to come back to Jamestown College,” Etzold says. “I feel like I’m coming home.” Etzold served as the Jimmies’ head football coach from 1995-1999. Under his leadership, the Jimmies won two conference championships in 1997 and 1998. In 1997 he was named Male Head Coach of the Year by the North Dakota Sportswriters and Sportscasters, and he received North Dakota Collegiate Athletic Conference Football Coach of the Year honors that same year. Etzold was named athletic director at Jamestown College in 1999 and served in that capacity until 2000 when he accepted the position of associate vice president for institutional advancement. In 2002, Etzold left Jamestown College for a coaching and development position at the University of Mary, Bismarck, where he has been until now. His career coaching record boasts 24 winning seasons out of 28. “Our goal was to find someone who would continue to move the football program in the direction it has been headed over the past four years and do it in a manner consistent with our mission,” Paulson says. “Bud’s proven leadership and familiarity with Jamestown College, along with his obvious skill as a football coach, make him the right choice for the position. I have no doubt that he will hit the ground running and that the rest of the staff and players will find it easy to follow his lead.” Etzold holds a bachelor of science degree in K-12 physical education from Dickinson State University and a master’s in exercise science from Missouri State University, Springfield. He has nearly 30 years of experience in post secondary education along with collegiate experience in institutional advancement, residential life, admissions and athletics. Etzold is welcomed back to the Jamestown community by many friends and supporters. “Bud brings with him a wealth of information pertaining to the College, our football program, and the community of Jamestown,” Dr. Badal says. “We are happy to have Bud back on campus as he is highly qualified in all aspects of the position.” Etzold will assume his new responsibilities immediately. The College had been interviewing candidates for several weeks following the resignation of Tom Dosch. Etzold and his wife, Peggy, have a grown son and daughter. Established in 1883, Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college granting bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees. Jamestown College offers more than 40 areas of study. Emphasis is placed on not only preparing students academically in their chosen areas of study, but also in preparing students through an experience that is student-centered and integrates the liberal arts with sound professional programs. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school named to the top tier in U.S. News and World Report’s “2008 Best Colleges.”

1/22/2008 - Fall 2007 Dean's List announced

Dr. Gary Watts, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Jamestown College, announces 271 students have been named to the Dean’s List for the 2007 fall semester. The Dean’s List includes all full-time students who, during any given semester, earn a grade point average of 3.50 or better on a minimum of 12 semester credits. North Dakota Krystyl McManus, Almont; Daniel Nies, Ashley; Holly Bloms, Berthold; Isaac Michaelson and John Peabody, both Beulah; Thomas Bachmeier, Torey Bohan, Andrea Brintnell, William Dean, Erin Gillespie, Elise Hocking, Sarah Reinarts and Kayla Scnheibel, all Bismarck; Kelly Roemmich, Bottineau; Megan Burns, Buffalo Springs; Alyssa Larson, Cando; Anthony Morrison, Cavalier; Amber Beggs, Coleharbor; Kyle Breuer, Colfax; Lee Tafelmeyer, Cooperstown; Cody Roland, Crosby; Jordan Brown, Devils Lake; Jeremiah Burgard, Dickinson; Jennifer Nelson, Donnybrook; Rebekah Eppen and Jordan Jangula, both Edgeley; Stacey Nygaard, Edmore; Elizabeth Asheim, Rachel Bickford, Thomas Herrmann, Jenna Lee, Matthew McManus, Grant Mehring, Nathan Nygard, Ryan Nygard, Nathan Pederson, Anna Schimmelpfennig and Seth Warner, all Fargo; Jayme Muscha, Fessenden; Jenna Steidl, Fingal; Jolynn Dewald, Gackle; Leslie Hellebush, Garrison; Steven Clark, Glen Ullin; Rebekah Vanderpas, Grand Forks; Lana Ross, Grenora; Raissa Johnson and Stacey Johnson, both Gwinner; Valerie Wahl, Hannaford; Nicole Deede, Kristin Demory, Kelsey Heitmann, Katrina Leier and Brent Lemer, all Harvey; Stephanie Nordgren, Hazen; Terah Caldwell, Hettinger; Jocelyn Settelmeyer, Hickson; Kristen Eblen, Kendra Leidholm and Matthew Leidholm, all Hillsboro; Lori Cawley, Inkster; Jessica Ault, Christan Baker, Delayne Ballard, Lindsay Baumgartner, Sarah Berntson, Srijana Bhandari, DeAnn Brunner, Lisa Carlson, Daniel Craig, David Craig, Jared Eamon, Alyssa Enger, Korey Erickson, Melissa Falk, Sadie Fettig, Abbagail Geroux, Rachel Hager, Molly Hanson, Brianna Headland, Luke Heck, Kaylene Hill, Jacob Holen, Heidi Kadoun, Larissa Kaiser, Andrew Klose, Christopher Kramlich, Amy Kranzler, Rebekah Mapel, Alyssa Moldenhauer, Kelly Morgan, Holly Newton, Laura Oats, Kari Paulsrud, Chad Pranke, Lindsey Rasmussen, Steven Reidburn, Noelle Riehl, Elizabeth Schloegel, Sara Schuchard, Sabina Sherchan, Oksana Sinyelnik, Kristi Skinner, Sydney Steinmetz, Nicholas Tews, Ryan Thompson, Jayda Traut, Jacqueline Watts and Krysten Williams, all Jamestown; Kaitlyn Nelson, Kenmare; Paige Melander and Taryn Treumer, both Kensal; Julia Knudson and Ross Lindgren, both Kulm; Nicole Nelson, Lakota; Taylor Nogosek and Sephra Pfaff, both LaMoure; Kelli Tvedt, Larimore; Julianna Ogren and Craig Weber, both Linton; Debbie Froemke, Katie Froemke, Kortney Groettum and Nathan Horgeshimer, all Lisbon; Beth Haff and Robert Hanna, both Mandan; Chad Warner, Mapleton; Krista Liebing and Randa Meidinger, both Marion; Austin Scholl, Menoken; Larissa Popp, Milnor; Rachelle Brockell and Timothy Ranum, both Minot; Andrew Anderson, New Rockford; Courtney Doll, New Salem; Ashley Ehrlin, Oakes; Brandon Miller, Oxbow; Rachel Douts, Powers Lake; Tiffany Krinke, Scranton; Michael Cudworth, Sheyenne; Cody Garrison, St. John; Courtney Egge, Stanley; Whitney Eckroth, Steele; Christina Nieuwsma, Strasburg; Jay Tweed, Sykeston; Kendra Zak, Thompson; Heidi Reitan, Megan Retterath and Jenny Schock, Valley City; Patricia McCann, Verona; Kristin Wood, Warwick; Danika Moran and Kari Wollmuth, Washburn; Kellen Bubach, Dustin Czapiewski, Alison Edwards and Giuliana Varriano, all West Fargo; Kellee Black, Serena Christianson, Shannon Fee, Katelyn Schauer and Kirby Urbatsch, all Williston; Theresa Bergstedt, Wimbledon; Andrew Cook, Woodworth; Nathan Hoots and Tyler Keenan, both Wyndmere; Austin Kastet, Ypsilanti. Minnesota Kelly Olson, Adrian; Sean Gandy, Aitkin; Amanda Paone, Andover; David Logelin and Stephanie Olson, both Apple Valley; Carrie Slagter, Blomkest; Kallie Hokanson, Brooklyn Park; Maria Lammi, Cloquet; Leah Baker, Cottage Grove; Johanna Unke, Crookston; Jessica Olson, Dawson; Todd Roth, Delano; Daniel Sunde, Fergus Falls; Lyndsey Chapman, Foxhome; Nicole Rassier and Whitney Rassier, both Ghent; Allecia Schultz, Glyndon; Rachel Braff and William Heinzen, both Grand Rapids; Jason Berge, Greenbush; Brian Wright, Hoyt Lakes; Megan Sirois, Inver Grove Heights; Kellie Schuneman, Lino Lakes; Marci Spaeth, Mahnomen; Lindsey Meyers, Mahtomedi; Kari Spears, Minneapolis; Jared Larson, Moorhead; Jenna Tews, Morgan; Kenneth Szymonowicz, New York Mills; Jaclyn Beito, Newfolden; Aaron Field, Pelican Rapids; Stephanie Sietsema, Raymond; Tonya Timmersman, Roseau; Nicole Preiss and Tyler Rosin, both Sartell; Aimee Allen, Sauk Rapids; Cady VanTries, Spring Valley; Brandon Boese, St. Michael; Travis Warner, Staples; Jacqueline Hust, Wabasha; Jessica Johnson, Wannaska; Steven Barthel, Watertown; Krista Ledeboer, Willmar. Montana James Klemann, Belgrade; Suzannah Avey, Big Timber; Amanda Jourdonnais, Bozeman; Cortney Riggs, Broadus; Ivanna Holte, Brockton; Kallie Merrill, Buffalo; AnnaLiesa Fauth, Glasgow; Rebecca Price, Great Falls; Tori Eichelberger, Harrison; Alyssa Bossler, Helena; Ryan Hunt, Laurel; Matesi Hess, Poplar. South Dakota Ryan Clay, Aberdeen; William Janisch, Britton; Nikki VanDyke, Gary; Victoria Haak, Herreid; Amber DeBoer, Huron; Kristin Geditz, Ipswich; Natasha Gray, Lennox; Jessica Page, Milbank; Kelly Barnhart and John Fouberg, both Mitchell; Nicole Lax, Nemo; Christopher Brandt, Renner; Jonathan Lagge, Sioux Falls; Mallory Kludt and Danielle Thompson, both Watertown. Washington Matthew Regan, Auburn; Rochelle Duane, Bremerton; Ashlyn White, Federal Way; Ryan Fitts, Port Orchard; Elliot Sims, Seattle; Kate Eaton, Shoreline. Other States Alaska: Jack Troshynski, Wasilla. Arizona: Adrian Ramirez, Gilbert; Rachel Wechsler, Phoenix. Colorado: Hannah Berndt, Castle Rock; Allison Muhs, Monument. Idaho: Matthew Dettori, Fairfield; Lydia Muecke, Heyburn; Hilary VandenBosch, Jerome. Illinois: Justine Rechenmacher, Aurora. Kansas: Alexandra Woodruff, Overland Park. Oregon: Cassandra Spencer, Canby; Dale Ackland, Oakridge. Wisconsin: Krista Kuivinen, Antigo. Wyoming: Sarah Moore, Carissa Rohrbach and Sawley Wilde, all Gillette. Canada: Bryan Allen, Calgary, Alberta; Collin MacQuarrie, Nanaimo, B.C.; Graham Campbell, Victoria, B.C.; Lauren Cottom, Brandon, Man.; Miles Johnson, Oak Point, Man.; Timothy Penner, Steinbach, Man.; Allison Church, Dryden, Ont.; Audrey Desmarteaux-Houle, St. Eustache, Quebec; Amy Halverson, Big Beaver, Sask.; Jennifer Penner, Saskatoon, Sask. Other countries: Guillaume Andrieu, Le Havre, France; Mareike Geyer, Offenbach, Germany; Filip Peno, Belgrade, Serbia.

11/7/2007 - Journey to Success launched

Jamestown College announced the launch of a 21st century national model in education with its Jamestown Journey to Success. This announcement comes following the school’s naming to the U.S.News & World Report’s Top Tier of baccalaureate colleges in the Midwest region earlier this fall. Jamestown College is the only North Dakota school ever to be listed in the top tier. By providing the Journey to Success, Jamestown will prepare students for a radically changing world by bringing together traditional liberal arts and professional education. This broad-based knowledge to understand and adapt to the new world with hands-on learning experiences, in and out of the classroom will prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives. “We’re going to be more intentional about helping students identify the journey they should be on and discovering the program that’s right for them,” said Board of Trustees Chairman and former Chairman and CEO of Unisys Corporation Jim Unruh ’63. “By customizing the student’s experience, we will insure that they are prepared for a continually changing world.” Jamestown Journey to Success will provide each student with five important elements. First, as part of the academic programming, students can expect an integrated program of liberal arts education and professional preparation. Second, from admissions through graduation students will receive personalized advising and career counseling. Third, in the first year each student will have a mentor to advise and prepare students for success in life during college and throughout their careers. Fourth, guaranteed internships and a proven placement service that ensures results will enable students to make the most of career opportunities. And last but not least, students will be offered a four-year graduation guarantee. These elements are vital to addressing the concerns of students and their families for what happens after college. “This model is different because the Jamestown Journey to Success will engage every student in a four-year process to prepare his or her future personal, professional and civic life after college,” says President Robert Badal. “Many colleges offer career centers where students may go during their senior year. At Jamestown all students will be involved in career planning from the admissions process through graduation.” Currently, 96 percent of Jamestown students are working or attending graduate school within six months of graduation. By emphasizing a four-year graduation plan, the students graduate a year earlier than many of their peers at other colleges around the region and are able to capitalize on a year of additional earning power and work experience. Jamestown College is also announcing the completion of a $30 million capital campaign that surpassed its goal several months ahead of the Dec. 31 target date. By increasing the College’s endowment, physical plant and scholarship base, Jamestown College has gained the ability to provide more scholarship funding through endowment and a physical plant that includes amenities such as the Foss Wellness Center, scheduled for completion next fall. The addition of the Ed and Elaine Nafus Student Center onto the existing Westminster Hall has given students new meeting rooms, an expanded coffee shop, and a banquet room that can seat more than 200 people. “The Jamestown Journey will enrich every program on campus,” said Vice President for Enrollment Management Dan Kunzman. “Our students are currently the beneficiaries of the commitment of time and talent by our faculty and staff and the Journey program will enhance those relationships. The result will be better planning early in the college career and a set of experiences that will give the Jamestown graduate more options for career or graduate school.” Established in 1883 and located in Jamestown, N.D., Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college that grants bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees and offers more than 40 areas of study. The Princeton Review named Jamestown College a Best Midwestern College for 2008 to identify some of the colleges and universities that stand out within each region. For more information go to: Journey to Success

10/23/2007 - Young alumni honored

Jamestown College presented four young alumni with the Journey to Success Medallion Friday in conjunction with the announcement of the Journey to Success, a 21st century national model in education. Aissatou Diop, Washington, D.C.; Michelle Nyhus, Bismarck; Dr. Jeremiah Penn, Mayville; and Jasper Schneider, Fargo, were recognized for their outstanding contributions and achievements, first as students, and now as alumni of Jamestown College. “These young alumni exemplify the Jamestown Journey,” says Dr. Robert S. Badal, Jamestown College President. “Their time here at Jamestown College, as well as their accomplishments following graduation, illustrate just how the Journey will equip our future students with the knowledge and skills they will use to find their own success.” Diop, a native of Senegal, graduated from Jamestown College in 1999 with a major in history-political science and minors in philosophy, Spanish and French. She received her M.A. from Yale in 2002 and her J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law in 2006. She practices with Sidley Austin LLP in their Washington, D.C. office. Her areas of practice include international trade and dispute resolution. Her younger brother, Karim, is a junior at Jamestown College. Nyhus graduated from Jamestown College in 2003 with majors in management information science and business administration with an accounting concentration. She holds a master’s of business taxation from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Business. She is a senior tax associate at Eide Bailly LLP, Bismarck, and is a licensed CPA in North Dakota, Montana and Minnesota. She is originally from Wolf Point, Mont. Dr. Penn, a native of Buffalo, S.D., graduated from Jamestown College in 1998 with a biology major. He attended the University of South Dakota and graduated in 2002 with an M.D., completing his residency in family medicine at the UND Center for Family Medicine, Bismarck. He received the North Dakota Department of Health/Blue Cross-Blue Shield Award for Excellence in Diabetes Care in 2006 and 2007. Dr. Penn is a family physician for MeritCare Health Systems in Mayville. Schneider graduated from Jamestown College in 2001 with a major in criminal justice and a minor in information technology. He holds a J.D. from Hamline University School of Law. Schneider practices law in his hometown of Fargo at Schneider Law Firm, and he is an adjunct professor at Minnesota State University Moorhead teaching mass media law. In 2006, Schneider was elected to the North Dakota House of Representatives representing Fargo’s District 21. The medallion recipients named faculty mentors who were instrumental to their educational journey at Jamestown College. Diop named Kate Stevenson, associate professor of foreign language, and Dr. Gary Watts, former professor of religion-philosophy and current dean of academic affairs. Nyhus named Vicki Greshik, assistant professor of business, accounting and economics. Penn named Dr. Bruce Jensen, professor of biology. Schneider named Dr. James Stone, professor of criminal justice and sociology. By providing the Journey to Success, Jamestown will prepare students for a radically changing world by bringing together traditional liberal arts and professional education. This broad-based knowledge to understand and adapt to the new world with hands-on learning experiences, in and out of the classroom will prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives. Established in 1883 and located in Jamestown, N.D., Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college that grants bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees and offers more than 40 areas of study. Jamestown College has been named to the 2008 U.S. News & World Report’s top tier of Midwest baccalaureate colleges and is the only North Dakota college to be named to the top tier.

10/23/2007 - Jamestown College announces largest benefactor

Jamestown College on Friday announced a gift of $4 million from a longtime friend of the College, Agnes Griffin of Seattle. The gift will be used to augment the College’s endowment. This gift is in addition to Griffin’s earlier contribution of $1.5 million toward the College’s new Unruh and Sheldon Center for Business and Computer Science. According to Jamestown College President Robert S. Badal, these gifts totaling $5.5 million make Griffin the largest benefactor in the College’s history. “Agnes’ brother, Lloyd Sheldon, attended Jamestown College in the 1940s before serving in World War II,” says Dr. Badal. “His fondness for Jamestown College led to his sister’s relationship with the College.” Lloyd Sheldon, of Mesa, Ariz., has also added more than $500,000 toward scholarships at Jamestown College. The announcement of Griffin’s gift comes during the final months of a $30 million capital campaign which has now surpassed $34 million several months ahead of its December 31, 2007, target date. The purpose of the Special Gifts Campaign is to build the College’s endowment and annual fund while making capital improvements. Griffin, a native of Washburn, N.D., has an extensive background in accounting and business management, and she has been involved in property management in the Seattle area with Griffin Enterprises. The company deals with investments and development of real estate. Griffin is a member of Manchester’s Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women and is also affiliated with the National Association of Female Executives. She still has ties to North Dakota and is a benefactor member of the Lewis and Clark Fort Mandan Foundation. Established in 1883 and located in Jamestown, N.D., Jamestown College is a private, liberal arts four-year college that grants bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, and bachelor of science in nursing degrees and offers more than 40 areas of study. Jamestown College has been named to the 2008 U.S. News & World Report’s top tier of Midwest baccalaureate colleges and is the only North Dakota college to be named to the top tier.

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