http://www.bhsu.edu RSS feeds for Black Hills State University 60 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/4531/2012-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Johanna-Meier-Guido-Della-Vecchia.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=4531 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=4531&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/4531/2012-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Johanna-Meier-Guido-Della-Vecchia.aspx                                 2012 Alumni Award Recipients Black Hills State University honored five individuals during the annual BHSU Alumni Awards Luncheon on Friday, September 21, at 12:00 p.m. in the Jacket Legacy room of the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union. Those honored this year were, left to right: Keith Stover, Class of ’71, Excellence in Education Award; William “Bill” Weyer, Class of ’62, Distinguished Alumnus Award, Johanna Meier & Guido Della Vecchia, Special Service Award; and Jerome A. Greene, Class of ’68, Special Achievement Award. Johanna Meier is known for being one of the foremost Wagnerian sopranos of her generation. She is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music and began her career at the New York City Opera, which was the start of her major international recognition. She appeared throughout Europe, North and South America in opera, concert, and recital, as well as being the leading soprano at the Metropolitan Opera for 15 years. She was the first American ever to sing the role of Isolde in Tristan und Isolde at the Bayreuth Festival in Germany. As a recitalist, she has appeared at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and others, as well as throughout Europe. Meier has twice appeared on PBS Great Performances, the first time in the title role of Vanessa and later in the world premiere of Dangerous Liaisons with the San Francisco Opera, as well as in the CBS Special Premiere of The Questions of Abraham with Sherrill Milnes. She sang for a Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C., as well as at the formal dedication of Mt. Rushmore by President Bush. Meier also acted as Mistress of Ceremonies at the concert celebrating the South Dakota Bi-Centennial in Pierre in 1989. After retiring from her singing career in 1994, she returned home to the Black Hills, where she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from BHSU. She was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2006 for her work in the field of arts and humanities. Meier served as director (1991-2008) of the famed Black Hills Passion Play, an outdoor drama presented for 70 years in its South Dakota and Florida amphitheaters. Each year Meier travels to New York City to give master classes for young singers, and has taught at the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, Mannes Conservatory, and Ithaca College, as well as privately. In 1998 she founded the Johanna Meier Opera Theatre Institute, which is held annually on the campus of BHSU. Meier teaches the institute, joined by an internationally recognized faculty of former operatic colleagues. She is also currently on the Board of Directors for the Spirit of the Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, Vice-Regent of the Black Hills Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and owner/curator of the Dolls at Home Museum. Guido Della Vecchia began vocal studies at the age of 18 and was trained in radio communication during the Korean conflict. He was selected as one of six to go to Germany where he sang as an entertainer in the Special Services. Following his discharge in Germany, Della Vecchia moved to Italy where he refined his musical art by studying with several of Italy’s foremost maestri at the Cherubini Conservatory and at the Florence Theatre, following which he concertized extensively in Italy before returning to the United States. Beginning in 1961, Della Vecchia made extensive concert and operatic tours throughout the United States, including appearances at Carnegie Hall and Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center. His earliest performances were in the demanding role of Fernando in Favorita and the role of Fenton in Verdi’s Falstaff in a production staged and conducted by the eminent Boris Goldovsky. He and Meier appeared together in both concert and opera before moving to Spearfish in 1984, where he acted in and co-produced the Black Hills Passion Play from 1991 to 2008. For three years he served on the Board of Directors of the Rapid City Symphony and has also served on the Boards of Directors of the Spearfish Arts Center and Matthews Opera House and the Spirit of the Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in Spearfish. Della Vecchia has been active in the inception and promotion of the annual Johanna Meier Opera Theatre Institute held at Black Hills State University. He was granted an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in 2003 by the South Dakota Board of Regents of Education in recognition of his distinction within his profession, his outstanding contributions to the community of Spearfish, and his dedication to the advancement of the arts in the state of South Dakota. Meier and Della Vecchia have been married for 50 years.                   Thu, 29 Nov 2012 05:05:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:4531 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/4156/2011-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Dr-George-C-Rinker-PhD.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=4156 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=4156&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/4156/2011-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Dr-George-C-Rinker-PhD.aspx 2011 Alumni Award Recipients Black Hills State University honored four BHSU alumni during the annual Alumni Awards Luncheon on Friday, September 9, at 12:00 p.m. in the Jacket Legacy room of the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union. Those honored this year were, left to right: Darla (Talty) Crown, Class of ’80, Special Achievement Award; Dr. Barry Jankord, Class of ’82, Excellence in Education Award; Dr. George Rinker, Special Service Award; and Charles “Chuck” Sederstrom Jr., Attended, Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. George C. Rinker, Ph.D., is known for his dedication to the BHSU science program. After being retired for 16 years from USD as an anatomy professor and associate dean he came to BHSU to volunteer his experience and expertise as a lab assistant. George earned his bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Kansas and his doctorate in anatomy from the University of Michigan, where he was an assistant professor for 12 years. In 1962, he began teaching anatomy at USD and retired with professor emeritus status in 1984. In 1996, he was inducted in to the South Dakota Hall of Fame. It was the quality of the science program at BHSU and a chance to get involved once again in a vocation that he loved that persuaded him to devote his time in the classroom. Over the past 10 years, he began aiding in anatomy, mammalogy, and ecology labs at BHSU and has helped mentor and prepare over 95 students for graduate school. Many BHSU science students and faculty have been impressed with him through the years and his dedication to assist them when necessary. He developed special anatomy presentations for Dr. Charles Lamb, professor of biology at BHSU, which are still used regularly in the science labs. He worked with students in mammalogy courses and provided his personal collection of mammal specimens for them to study. He also donated his small traps to the labs for determining what mammals occur in certain local habitats. Dr. Lamb cannot speak highly enough of the service That Dr. Rinker has provided to BHSU. He said, and we quote, “He did this because he loves teaching, and he is rewarded through the interactions he has with our students and how eager they are to learn from him. He has been terrific for our students, for me, and for the culture we have established in our science programs... I am so happy to have been a part of his commitment here,” Close quote.         Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:51:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:4156 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/3050/2008-125-Accomplished-Alumni.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=3050 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3050&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/3050/2008-125-Accomplished-Alumni.aspx 125 Accomplished Alumni As part of the Quasquicentennial Celebration (125th Anniversary) at BHSU, 125 Accomplished Alumni were recognized during the 125 Accomplished Alumni Luncheon on Friday, September 19, 2008, in the Donald E. Young Sports and Fitness Center Gymnasium. The 125 Accomplished Alumni who have achieved prominence and distinction in their careers, were selected to represent the thousands of alumni since our founding in 1883. To view 125 Accomplished Alumni click here   Thu, 30 Sep 2010 21:37:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3050 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2900/2010-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Ron-Schuttler.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2900 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2900&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2900/2010-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Ron-Schuttler.aspx 2010 Alumni Award Recipients Black Hills State University honored four BHSU alumni during the annual Alumni Awards Luncehon on Friday, October 1, at 11:30 a.m. in the Jacket Legacy room of the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union. Those honored this year were, left to right: Ron Schuttler, Class of '85, Special Service Award; Dr. Tim Creal, Class of '78, Excellence in Education Award; Dr. Forrest Brady, Class of '72, Distinguished Alumnus Award; and Marla (Hershey) Barnard, Class of '81, Special Achievement Award. Ron Schuttler, Class of ’85, received his bachelor’s degree in history and art from BHSU after first serving 22 years in the Navy. After graduating from Spearfish High School, he immediately enlisted in the Navy, training as a shipboard electrician. His service extended through the Vietnam War. Ron retired from the service in 1976 having attained the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer.   He moved back to Spearfish with his family and enrolled at BHSU as a non-traditional student under the GI bill. Shortly after earning his degree, Ron began working for the Black Hills Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He also directed the summer camp at Medicine Mountain Scout Ranch. In 2000, he retired to devote time to his volunteer activities. Ron has volunteered with several organizations throughout his lifetime. He served on the BHSU Alumni Board of Directors for 23 years, acting as president in 1997 and 1998. Ron is an active member of the American Legion and is the commander of the Spearfish Veterans Honor Guard. He is active in the Knights of Columbus of St. Joseph Church in Spearfish. Ron is also involved with the crew members associations of the four ships on which he served, and belongs to the Great Northern Railway Historical Society. Ron and his wife of 48 years, Eileen, reside in Spearfish. They have three sons, Jon, Bill, and David.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:26:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2900 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2899/2009-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Howard-Owens.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2899 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2899&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2899/2009-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Howard-Owens.aspx Four BHSU alumni were honored during the Alumni Awards Luncehon on Friday, September 18, 2009. Tom Wheaton (center), director of Alumni Relations at BHSU, presented awards to (left to right) Howard Owens, Special Service Award; Dr. Michael (Mick) Dana, Distinguished Alumnus Award; Carol Gee, Special Achievement Award; and Kathy Christensen, Excellence in Education Award. Howard Owens, Class of '55, earned his degree from BHSU in education. One of his fondest memories is taking one of his first college courses from President Jonas. After graduation he spent some time in the United States Naval Air Corps as an electronic technician. Owens formerly/once owned and operated Owens Interstate Sale, Inc., in Sturgis with this son. The company, now owned and operated by his grandson Chad Owens, specializes in wholesale/retail sales and service auto parts, home appliances, and electronics. Owens enjoys serving his community. He has served as a leader in numerous organizations including: national and international director of his Jaycees; the Chamber of Commerce director; the Rotary International director, and the president and secretary/treasurer of the Barbershop Chorus. He is also a member of the Shriners, the Mt. Rushmore Society, Toastmasters, and chairman of the Lawrence County Republicans. Owens was presented with the South Dakota College Federation - Friend of Education award (1986); was honored by the South Dakota Vocational Association with the Distinguished Service Award; and received the University of South Dakota - T. M. Risk award (1984). He has served on several educational boards including roles as the South Dakota Board of Regents vice president, secretary, academic affairs chair; BHSU Foundation Board of Directors; and the Northern Hills Training Center Advisory Council.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:24:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2899 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2898/2007-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Joy-Krautschun.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2898 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2898&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2898/2007-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Joy-Krautschun.aspx 2007 Alumni Awards Tom Wheaton (far right), director of Alumni Relations at BHSU, presented awards to (left to right) Mona Chancellor, Distinguished Alumnae Award; Janet Hensley, Excellence in Education Award; Joy Krautschun, Special Service Award; and John Karinen, Special Achievement Award.  Joy Krautschun, Class of ’73, was instrumental in starting and coaching the University’s first varsity women’s basketball team. While attending BHSU, Krautschun majored in physical education and music. She was very involved in the dance program, a member of the cheerleading squad, and involved in intramural sports. She taught physical education and music at the Lead/Deadwood and Spearfish school districts. Krautschun was an active member of the alumni association board of directors for many years and her husband, Harvey, was past president of the Alumni Association and is a current member of the BHSU Foundation Board of Directors.The couple are now both emeritus members of the alumni board. Krautschun served with the Spearfish Ambassadors for many years and continues to be an active member of the Spearfish community. She volunteers her time by serving at the Food Pantry, and helping as a reading assistant at Spearfish Elementary. She loves to bake cookies, celebrate every holiday to the fullest, and spoil her grandchildren.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:21:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2898 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2897/2006-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Ed-Mary-Furois.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2897 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2897&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2897/2006-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Ed-Mary-Furois.aspx Alumni Award Winners: Ron (McNeil) His Horse is Thunder, Fort Yates, N.D., Excellence in Education Award; Craig Katt, Atlanta, GA., Special Achievement Award; Mary and Ed Furois, Spearfish, Special Service Award; Tim Penton, Miami, Fl., Distinguished Alumnus Award. Ed and Mary Furois are longtime supporters of BHSU and the entire community. Ed graduated from BHSU in 1959 with a degree in business and economics. Mary earned an elementary education degree in 1960. The couple entered the local retail business would in 1962 with the purchase of the Spearfish Bootery which they operated together until it was sold in 1999. Ed and Mary were both active members of the Spearfish Chamber of Commerce and the Spearfish Retail Trade Association. Ed was also a volunteer fireman for 10 years, a member of the Spearfish School Board for 13 years and a member of the local hospital board of directors and Norwest Bank board of directors. He is currently serving on three boards: the Northern Hills Training Center, the Spearfish Foundation, and Evergreen Management Services. Mary taught school for one year in Lead and served as a religious education teacher at St. Joseph’s Church for many years. She was also president of the church ladies group for 10 years and served on the church council for three years. Mary is a charter member of Zonta and a member of the BHSU Alumni Board. The Furois couple was honored as South Dakota Retail Couple of the Year in 1997 and received the Sprit of Spearfish Award in 1999. They raised four children.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2897 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2896/2005-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Walter-Higbee.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2896 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2896&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2896/2005-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Walter-Higbee.aspx Alumni Award Winners: dee (Denise) Welsch, Dick DuBois, Walter Higbee, Roger Risty Walter Higbee was a longtime education professor at BHSU, who was honored for his work with the Special Service Award. Higbee joined Black Hills State faculty in the fall of 1966. Previously he worked in several education capacities for the University of Iowa. Mr. Higbee spent time as a special education teacher, a special education supervisor, and a school psychologist. When he transferred to Black Hills State, Higbee moved the special education coursework from the summer to the academic year. The program was a first collateral field, which was known as a special education major that later transformed into a full special education major. At the height of the program, there were 30 to 35 special education graduates each year. Higbee retired in 1992 after 26 years of great service. He considers the development of the special education program as the crowning achievement of his tenure at BHSU. Higbee is also remembered for training hundreds of special education teachers. He is the first recipient of the BHSU distinguished faculty award in 1987. Higbee lives in Spearfish with his wife, Marion, and visits the campus regularly.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:15:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2896 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2895/2004-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Bruce-Williams-and-Terry-Ree.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2895 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2895&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2895/2004-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Bruce-Williams-and-Terry-Ree.aspx Alumni Award Winners: Gary Larson, Rapid City, S.D., Distinguished Alumni Award; Linda Jodie Henry, Spearfish, S.D., Special Achievement Award; Lynette Powell, Hot Springs, S.D., Excellence in Education Award; and Bruce Williams and Terry Ree, Hendersonville, T.N., Special Service Award. Bruce Williams and Terry Ree, better known as Williams and Ree, will receive the Special Achievement Awards. Williams and Ree attended the university in 1969-70 and began touring in 1971. The entertaining duo launched a 33-year comedy career that is still going strong and is in demand throughout the nation. The two spent time performing at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles during the 70s. Since then they have toured across the nation sharing the stage with acts such as Garth Brooks, The Oak Ridge Boys, Randy Travis and others. They have also made their mark in television, appearing often on The Nashville Network on designated cruise ships and American Indian Casinos across the nation. In 2000, the duo established the Williams and Ree Scholarship, which is awarded to students interested in performing arts.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:12:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2895 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2894/2003-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Jim-Benning.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2894 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2894&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2894/2003-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Jim-Benning.aspx The BHSU Alumni Association recognized four individuals for their service and achievements. Individuals recognized were John Fidler, Palmdale, Calif., Special Aceivement Award; Beth (Gallup) Benning, Spearfish, Distinguished Alumni Award; Linda (Morris) McKay, Belle Fourche, Excellence in Education Award; and Jim Benning, Spearfish, Special Service Award. Jim Benning owner and manager of Ainsworth-Benning in Spearfish, will receive the special service award. He provides employment for 65 to 130 people, many of whom are BHSU students. His company has worked on many prominent projects including Lookout Memorial Hospital, Spearfish Municipal Services Centre, Spearfish Convention Center, and Premier Bankcard in Spearfish. Their work also includes the BHSU Student Union and current landscaping projects. His service to BHSU includes the donation of labor to renovate the Institutional Advancement Office, which is home to the Alumni Association, BHSU Foundation and Yellow Jacket Foundation staff members. He also donated the labor to install the new flagpole at Lyle Hare Stadium. Meeker indicated that this past year, Jim purchased a restored pickup with a flatbed for the sole purpose of letting the Alumni Association use it for their float. Jim, as well as many of his employees, is an active supporter of BHSU. “Jim Benning and his crew have been incredibly supportive of Black Hills State,” said Steve Meeker, vice president for Institutional Advancement. “Jim’s donation of labor for renovation of the alumni office was a major investment in the university and the Alumni Association. Jim also works with the Alumni Association each year to help construct a Swarm Day parade float and even provides a trailer for our use.”   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:51:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2894 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2893/2002-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Lanny-Swisher.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2893 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2893&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2893/2002-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Lanny-Swisher.aspx While attending BH, Special Service Award recipient Lanny Swisher played football and baseball and even wrestled his junior year. He married Dnyee Schatz in December 1972 and graduated one year later with an art degree and a history minor. For the next 6 years Swisher lived in North Dakota and managed the family cow-calf and quarter horse operation there while also working the family farm near Groton. In 1989 Swisher, his wife, and two children moved back to Spearfish. For the last 12 years Swisher has volunteered his time at the BHSU equipment room in the Donald E. Young Sports and Fitness Center. Swisher is such a fixture at the Young Center that Tony Silva, athletic trainer for BHSU, thought he was a paid staff person for years before finding out that all of Swisher’s hard work was done on a volunteer basis. Everyone who wrote to nominate Swisher said it was more than his help in the equipment room that made him such a valued member for the Young Center staff. They all mentioned the contribution he makes to the lives of everyone who spends time around him through the various BHSU sports' programs.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:49:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2893 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2892/2001-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Drs-Wanda-and-Stewart-Bellman.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2892 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2892&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2892/2001-Special-Service-Award-Recipients-Drs-Wanda-and-Stewart-Bellman.aspx Drs. Wanda and Stewart Bellman are well known professors of English at BHSU and throughout the Black Hills community. Their dedication and commitment to teaching and helping others garner them recognition as recipients of the BHSU special service award. Each was a gifted instructor and specialist in his/her own right. Active in the community as well as at the university for many years, the Bellmans retired from higher education in the mid 90s after inspiring and mentoring hundreds of students. Stewart was actively involved in writing programs and worked with the Bush Foundation during his teaching years. Wanda was enthusiastically involved in speech, drama and women's issues as an educator. Both began their higher education careers at BHSU in 1966 and earned their doctorates of education from the University of South Dakota in 1974. Today, both are active as volunteer readers at West Elementary. Stewart is coordinator for the Matthews Opera House Brown Bag Lecture Series, editor for the Spearfish Center of the Arts and Humanities newsletter, and a member of the board of directors for the Spearfish Center for the Art and Humanities. Wanda is a discussion facilitator for the South Dakota Humanities Council Adult Reading Series and a reader for the Macular Degeneration group. Their interests include theater and musical performances, mountain bicycling, traveling, and spending time together.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:44:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2892 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2891/2000-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Sever-Eubank.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2891 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2891&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2891/2000-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Sever-Eubank.aspx Dr. Sever Eubank became a member of the BHSU faculty as a professor of history in 1962 and served as chairman of the social science department until his retirement in 1985. He was a delegate to the South Dakota Democratic Convention in the 60s and chairman of the state Democratic Platform Committee in 1968. Eubank was named Lawrence County Democrat of the Year in 1984. He held memberships in numerous historical societies at local and regional levels including the presidency of the South Dakota Social Science Association. In the community, Eubank served as president of the Spearfish Chamber of Commerce Board, president of the Lions Club and served on the city council. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:43:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2891 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2890/1999-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Doris-Phillips.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2890 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2890&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2890/1999-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Doris-Phillips.aspx Doris Phillips retired in 1982 after 30 years of service at Black Hills State University. During that time she was head librarian (1952-1972), library service coordinator (1952-1982) and taught library science (1952-1982). She was also included in the first edition of the World Who’s Who of Women in Education in 1978, and named South Dakota Librarian of the Year in 1982. She also catalogued and filed the BHSU picture collection in the Leland D. Case Library as a volunteer from 1989-1995.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:41:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2890 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2889/1998-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Evelyn-Elliott.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2889 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2889&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2889/1998-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Evelyn-Elliott.aspx Evelyn Elliott retired in 1982 after 37 years as a member of the BHSC faculty in the business division. She started the one- and two-year secretarial programs at the college that blossomed into today’s complete baccalaureate program. Her goal was to see quality work with quality students resulting in quality graduates. Her published works include Composing at the Typewriter and Word Division.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:40:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2889 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2888/1997-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Darleen-Young.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2888 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2888&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2888/1997-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Darleen-Young.aspx Young taught business courses at BHSU from 1965 to 1987. Young was a charter member of the Black Hills Teachers College faculty wives in 1948 and has held all offices within that organization. She also received the Department of Business Service and Dedication Award from BHSU in 1992 and has a scholarship in her name in the College of Business and Public Affairs. She and her late husband, Donald, have hosted many university activities for alumni and friends in their home.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2888 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2887/1996-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Freeda-Schroeder.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2887 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2887&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2887/1996-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Freeda-Schroeder.aspx Freeda Schroeder, ’45 Schroeder is being recognized for her long-time service (30 years) to Black Hills State University. At the university, Schroeder served as assistant registrar from 1948-1964 and as registrar from 1965 to her retirement in 1978. She assisted students with their academic planning such as class schedules, teacher certifications and graduate checks. One of her most enjoyable duties as registrar was putting the final signature on over 5,0000 diplomas.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:38:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2887 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2886/1995-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Carol-Backens.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2886 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2886&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2886/1995-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Carol-Backens.aspx Carol Backens, ’51 Backens was recognized for her long-time service to the university. She attended the university in the 1950s to earn her teaching certificate and again in the 1980s majoring in art. She has been actively involved with the BHSU Alumni Board of Directors for many years serving as vice president and secretary. She has also been active over the years with presidential inaugurations and retirements, alumni banquets and breakfasts, graduations, Swarm Day events, search and screen committees, fund raising, legislative days and the BHSU centennial celebration in 1983.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2886 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2885/1994-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Norbert-Sebade.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2885 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2885&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2885/1994-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Norbert-Sebade.aspx Norbert Sebade, ’67 Sebade is currently the president and CEO of First Western Bank in Wall, S.D.; CEO and vice chairman of the board of First Western Bank in Custer; and vice chairman of the board of First Western Bank in Sturgis. He has served on the Black Hills State University Foundation Board of Trustees since 1986 and served as president from 1989 to 1992. Sebade also received the BHSU Business Department’s Outstanding Alumnus Award. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:22:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2885 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2884/1993-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Gary-Anderson.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2884 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2884&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2884/1993-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Gary-Anderson.aspx Gary Andersen, ’68 Gary is an owner of many Taco John's restaurants and is part owner of the Perkins Restaurant in Spearfish. He has been a member of the board of directors for the Yellow Jacket and BHSU Foundations and is currently a member of the Green and Gold Club. He recently established a four-year Taco John's scholarship for business students. He has received the Outstanding BHSC Alumnus Award and Outstanding Business Alumnus Award. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2884 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2883/1992-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Ed-McLaughlin.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2883 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2883&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2883/1992-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Ed-McLaughlin.aspx Ed McLaughlin, ’50 The mayor of Rapid City since 1991, he has actively supported BHSU and distinguished himself in the areas of education, business, and community service. He is past president of the BHSU Alumni Association and the Yellow Jacket Foundation, and was chairman of the Lyle Hare Stadium Committee.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:17:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2883 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2881/1988-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Donald-Young.aspx#Comments 0 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=9858&ModuleID=20410&ArticleID=2881 http://www.bhsu.edu/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2881&PortalID=0&TabID=9858 http://www.bhsu.edu/Alumni/NewsInformation/AlumniAwards/AlumniAwardRecipients/tabid/9858/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/2881/1988-Special-Service-Award-Recipient-Donald-Young.aspx Donald Young, ’40 Young’s participation and support of the college has not wavered since he first set foot on campus. He has been a student, an athlete, a coach, a professor, and administrator, and an alumni director at BHSC at one time or another during the past 50 years. He served his country during WWII and in Korea and retired in 1974 from the U.S. Naval Reserve as a captain. He served his community as well. From 1967 to 1976 he served as Spearfish mayor. He also participated on the Sixth District Council of Local Governments, was a representative to the governor’s council, a representative to the Northern Hills Drug and Referral Center, and a South Dakota safety representative. The physical education facility, the Donald E. Young Sports and Fitness Center was named after him.   Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:13:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2881