Defiance College
The Magazine
Summer 2009
Shaping Education Through the DC Experience
Welcome to Defiance College
Mark C. Gordon is appointed as Defiance College's 18th president after a five-month
national search
Progress:
The Transforming Difference
An update on a Campaign to Defy the Ordinary, the largest campaign in College history
Education: A Tradition of Excellence
A high percentage of teachers in Northwest Ohio and beyond got their start in the
DC education program
Youth Sport Shaped by Those Who Lead
For professors Rickabaugh and Lydum, youth sport leadership plays an important role
in coaching and recreation
Excited For Education
Alumni share how Defiance College helped shaped their futures in education
Honorary Doctorate
Defiance College awards Dr. Robert Head '76 at 2009 commencement ceremony
Granting: DC Creates New Philanthropists
Defiance College students take part in new service program that awards $12,000 to
local agencies
Legacy of Nearly 60 Years at DC
Derricotte children choose to honor parents through a Defiance College scholarship
Continuing Research
Dr. Mikula's genetic research spans 50 years
Passions in Life and Profession
From spinning 45s to creating his own business, Mark Shy's successes are rooted in
his DC experience
Coach of the Year Awards
Alumni Varsity 'D' presents the annual honors to Rich Thiel '00 and Vernon Kiehl '80
Recognition: Faculty Scholarly Achievements
Workshops, conferences, research opportunities, publications, and presentations
Symposium Features Sustainable Development
With two keynote speakers, student presentations, and a dance marathon, the 2009 McMaster
Symposium is a success
Selected for Community Engagement
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching recognizes DC for commitment
to community
Athletics Update From Field House
Tournament berth, All-HCAC honors, career highs, and more
Events All Across America
DCAN has a full schedule of events planned for 2009 and a revamped Yellow Jacket Classic
is set for June
Rutter Honored by AVD
Alumni Varsity 'D' recognizes Craig Rutter as the Honorary Letterman for 2009
Editorial Board & Staff
Kathy Punches '96
Editor, Director of Public Relations & Marketing
Rev. David Plant '73
Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
Michele Tinker
Director of Annual Giving
Debbie Richard '02 '04
Assistant Director of Marketing
Ryan Imbrock
Creative Design Manager
