We are not ready to lose those memories so we gather when we can, hoping to meet in Colorado this summer to share again and laugh a lot! Our party will be on Saturday the 24th, but Im planning to be around all weekend, and hope you are as well. Also coming up this spring is the groundbreaking of the new Science Center this will be a complete renovation of the existing building (Farr Hall) and will include instrumentation upgrades and more than 19,000 square feet of new construction. Were busy with updating projects. As you all have heard, the College recently announced the appointment of its first woman president, Dr. Victoria N. Folse. Ive picked up skiing in the past year, as well, and Im happy to say I dont fall as often. Ripon Magazine. She was a graduate of Tremper High School and Ripon College, where she studied psychology and elementary education. CORDELL WALKER 18 of Verona, Wisconsin, traveled to Switzerland, Italy, and France with fellow alumnus, J.J. GRINDE 17, to hike 108 miles through the Alps last summer. San Joaquin County / . JEAN BISCHMANN 64, a freshman suite-mate in Wright, was my maid of honor. Stay tuned for more information. Thank you, for whatever donation you can make. If youre planning on off-campus lodging, there are room blocks at Heidel House in Green Lake (choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/HQ83E1), and at Cobblestone Suites in Ripon (920-748-5500). His wife, BARB HODSDON ROGUSKE 65, died in 2022. It was a remarkable experience. EUGENE PLISKA 22: Ive been working as an accounting associate at Janssen Accounting & Tax Services, Inc. since the beginning of December 2022. If this letter arrives before then and you are in the area, we would be delighted to see you. Her parents were Gladys and Herman Smith. Hope to hear from more of you next time. June 22 June 25. As I write this letter, the first month of 2023 has already flown by. But perhaps the highlight of the trip was staying in the Bubble Hotel, which is literally a transparent plastic tent in the middle of the forest so that you can see the northern lights. Donald L. Amsden passed away peacefully on a beautiful spring day just after 11 AM, April 28, 2023, at the age of 106. 6 8 p.m. // Informal Class Gathering Vines and Rushes Winery, Country Rd E, Ripon, Saturday, June 24 SARA DRIEBEL 16 recently passed her exam to become a SHRM Certified Professional for her HR job during the week and is still loving teaching kiddos on the weekends at the zoo. Cash bar available. MEGAN MAREMA 16 moved to Florida to continue working as a certified prosthetist orthotist at a specialty orthopedic institute serving patients from all over the country and the world. In January, I got offered a position at Ripon College in the Advancement Office as the engagement and communication specialist. Submit a loved one's obituary to the Ripon, CA page or choose to print in any newspaper. We miss our friends and activities in the Twin Cities and make frequent visits as weather permits. A classmate or two from Hawaii spent the season in shock. DAVID GROSSMAN 73: Bailey Marie Grossman was born on January 22, 2023, exactly 72 years after his grandfather, DAVID GROSSMAN was born. College. In the meantime, I started a new hobby and got an amateur radio license. Speaking of things to look forward to, we hope to see you at our 5th Reunion during Alumni Weekend (June 22-25). One of my biggest goals in life is to give back to my community the knowledge I have gained throughout the years. Reaching out and connecting to you for this cycle of class letter updates was such a delight. Now I am currently working in Hudson, Wisconsin as an associate chiropractor., Submitted by: Class Agents: Eric, Rachel, Olivia and Tyler. Although we are still living in the winter cold here in the midwest, warmer days will be here before we know it. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Ripon obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. After three and a half years, she is SO excited to have her nights and weekends no longer filled with classes, homework, and projects. The trip was especially exciting for him as he was accompanied by his wife, Oleen, who was a life-long art enthusiast and artist with a special affection for Renaissance painters and sculptors and the Roman Empire. JAKE BAUS 18 of Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, continues to practice as a physical therapist in the area, as well as, staying involved with local track and field programs. Throughout his adult life he was active in arts and historical societies. Its been a great first six months in the real world and Im excited for all the new experiences the coming years will bring. Overall, she seems to truly want to know the students. 5 p.m. // Golden R Reunion, Class of 1963 60th Reunion, and Class of 1968 55th Reunion Pickard Commons As your Class Agent, I look forward to seeing you in June. I highly recommend A History of What Comes Next by Sylvain Neuvel., REN ZWASCHKA 22: I have become an education & community entrepreneur while improving my mental health. The Ripon College Advancement Office is incredibly thankful for Waynes volunteerism in writing bi-annual Class Letters and organizing past reunion celebrations. Make your hotel reservations soon so you dont miss out. For more details, you can check Ripon Press for the full articles and more updates regarding all things Ripon and surrounding areas. Here are a few options from the Alumni Office: TYLOR LOEST 08 shared, in September of 2022 we welcomed home our third child, Myles Andrew. Grateful to celebrate the holidays with our family and friends! Well, the visitors were feeding them horse candy! Celebrating all class years prior to 1973, this reunion includes beer and wine. The college was proud to announce its plans for a newly remodeled science center and on-campus stadium. Ripon is ranked the top school in Wisconsin for promoting social mobility by, For more information about Ripon and what is happening on campus, visit, Please visit our Facebook group page, Ripon College Class of 1968 (, Our spring class letter is dedicated to celebrating our 40, Registration and the list of events can be found at alumni.ripon.edu/alumni-weekend. This year, those warmer days will include June 22-25, which marks our 55th Reunion, so please, mark your calendars. More than $3 million was raised for the Ripon Fund, which provided the campus flexibility and shelter from the uncertainty of the pandemic. I work at my internship at Columbia Correctional Institution, part-time at the mental health office in Juneau, WI, and part-time as a graduate assistant math tutor in UWOs math lab all while doing full-time academics. She went on to own the Ripon Thrift Store during the 1970s, where she enjoyed acquiring old furniture to repurpose and sell. Im happy with what I have and Im glad to be where Im at., ALLI SLOWIAK 22: Since graduating I have moved to Iowa City, IA, to pursue a masters degree in library and information science from the University of Iowa. Ive got a few performances scheduled for the end of the year, but Ive also discovered a hidden talent for stand-up comedy. Our class notes (shared above) are a little short this time around. Next, I am sure you have some sort of news regarding the new Boys and Girls Club that is supposed to be built in Ripon. Ripon. Lets continue that tradition and also focus on increasing our class participation to meet or beat 40%. A few months ago, Katie and Paul attended a soil conference together. To catch up with classmates and other alumni I dont see very often. These are the Presidential Welcome Receptions happening in cities all over the U.S. Visit alumni.ripon.edu to find out if there is a date near you in the coming months so you can meet Dr. Folse! Obituary JANESVILLE--- Anthony J. IVAN KANAREK 98 started with ER Wagner as a Program Manager. Im sort of a 72 and 73 class individual, perhaps one reason why I havent been that active, nor well associated with other 73 folks. 20-23, to celebrate Ripons 14th President, Victoria N. Folse, and the exciting momentum happening within our campus community. I regularly hear from DAN BEHRING 62, GORDY ENK 62 and HOWIE MYERS 61 who also are involved in supporting the chapter. If you have any interest in taking the reins from Wayne as Class of 1963 Class Agent, which involves staying in touch with classmates and the College, please contact the Office of Constituent Engagement, [emailprotected] or 920.748-8126, for more information. Check out three homes in Green Lake listed around $300,000, Check out 30+ photos of this luxurious Green Lake home listed at $1.6 million, Check out three homes in the Ripon and Green Lake area listed below $200,000, Check out 36 photos of this luxurious, nearly $4 million home in Green Lake. Im not sure if I will be ready for a full-time teaching position come this fall, but I am just taking it one day at a time and focusing on myself and my family., SOLANGEL GONZALEZ 22: I have started working in the Office of Advancement here at Ripon College, serving as their assistant director of annual giving. I am a graduate assistant working in the prop shop and teaching undergraduates., GABE RAMIREZ 22: I found a full-time job in August and I am still at it to this day, and so far it has been interesting. Hes survived by his wife and kids. For many of us, the cold was surprising. A memorial is being established in her name. Donald was born in Toledo, OH on March 31, 1917. And those adorable wild horses that were imported from Mongolia years ago. Lenores hobbies included gardening, knitting and needlework, theatre with the Ripon College theatrical department, singing in the church choir, and traveling. The couple quickly became rooted in the Ripon community with Don volunteering at the hospital, the library, and the Historical Society, making many friends while doing so. Hes an even better human! Dr. A recent article says that they are planning to start building in May this year and complete the project in March 2024. He worked for one of the major local home builders until his retirement. We have a new president. Once people started imbibing, it became abundantly clear that something was off. It is a series of fast moving and informative historical fiction novels describing the combat experiences and exploits of protagonist Jean-Paul Debert. Check online for more details. We look forward to your participation! He was a member of the Lake Area Club and snowmobile clubs. Virginia T. Swederske, age 73, of Ripon, WI, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Abridge Care Cottage in Ripon, WI. Privacy Policy and He always thanked me by sending boxes of Japanese wafers/crackers (which I didnt really care, for but didnt have the heart to tell him). Living in midtown Manhattan is way different than Ripon. Lenore was born on February 23, 1933 in Antigo, WI, the daughter of Charles Jr. and Ethel (Badtke) Decker. Wisconsin, High School in 1942, Ripon College, Ripon, Wisconsin, in 1949, received a Master of Arts Degree . Please visit our Facebook group page, Ripon College Class of 1968 (facebook.com/groups/140754113196612/). Comments that are racist, hateful, sexist We received a few note of gratitude for Wayne from classmates: BARBARA SIVER JONES 63: Congratulations to WAYNE WOLFGRAM 63. One idea that has been tossed around to help us stay connected is having a Class of 2008 Member Spotlight where we would feature a classmate or two in each letter. Specific details will be coming out soon so keep your eyes peeled for more information. I am hoping some from that Class will show up! We look forward to celebrating your 60th Reunion together June 22-25, 2023, and hope to see you on campus then! Ground will be broken this coming spring with the residence hall improvements slated for later in 2023. 6 8 p.m. // 5th Reunion Celebration Roadhouse Pizza, Downtown Ripon. Also, if you wish to submit any photos for inclusion in the memory book, whether from your time at Ripon or any time since, please mail them to, Heidel House (Green Lake) Book online at, r class activities on Friday night at the home of. Over half of the class contributed this past year, assisting future students in achieving their educational goals. We will again be fortunate to begin our class activities on Friday night at the home of JUDY WILKINSON NEILL 68 and BILL NEILL 67, at 617 Hillside Terrace in Ripon. Its a beautiful campus! Donald attained the rank of sergeant during his WW II military service in communications while in the Aleutian Islands off Alaskas coast and in Italy.