Author: Dale Devries
People and classes sparked DIII assistant basketball coach
After spending his first three years at Western Michigan University, Hayden Hoerdemann ’15 chose to transfer to Ripon College for his senior year. “It was the best decision of my life,” Hoerdemann says. “I loved every minute and wish I was able to be there longer.” Hoerdemann, who played for the basketball team at Ripon […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Expert on current situation in Syria to speak at Ripon College
One of the world’s leading experts on Syria, Dr. Joshua Landis, will talk about the current situation in the war-torn country Monday, Sept. 12 at Ripon College. The program will begin at 4:15 p.m. in Kresge Little Theatre, East Hall. The event is sponsored by the Center for Politics and the People and is free […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Special Event.
Professors, unique challenges sparked entrepreneur
Dave Knuth ’08 of Ripon Wisconsin spent his freshman year at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and his sophomore year at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Then he transferred to Ripon College because it was close to his hometown of Wautoma, and he knew it was a good school. He spent his last two years […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Love of theatre sparked professional technician’s transfer to Ripon College
Joey Johns ’14 of Appleton, Wisconsin, waited to go to college and had time to work out a plan for himself. At 25, he started attending the University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley in Menasha to work on his associate degree, saving himself thousands of dollars as he continued to work part time and live off campus. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Welcoming community sparked healthcare professional
Reesha Lopez ’09 of Seattle, Washington had planned to transfer to a new school after meeting her general education requirements at Madison College, but her plan wasn’t Ripon. “My plan was to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison, only because I hadn’t considered any other options,” she says. Although Lopez was accepted into UW-Madison, their financial […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Ripon Leads Wisconsin Schools in Washington Monthly Rankings
Ripon College ranks among the nation’s best colleges serving the public good and providing a marketable return on investment, according to Washington Monthly’s annual College Guide and Rankings released earlier this week. Ripon ranks third among all colleges in the Midwest for “Best Bang for the Buck,” which recognizes colleges that are doing the best […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Rankings.
Passion for public speaking, love of learning sparked at Ripon
Ben Firgens ’14, originally from Oregon, Wisconsin, transferred to Ripon from the University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley. As a student at Ripon College, Ben helped welcome other new students as a member of the orientation committee, competed as a member of the Red Hawks mountain bike team and fell in love with public speaking as a […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Emily Coates ’17: Summer research work will aid professional endeavors
With future aspirations of working in pediatrics as an occupational therapist, senior Emily Coates of Schofield, Wisconsin, spent the summer with young children as part of a research project in the Infant and Young Child Cognition Lab. She studied aspects of the cognitive development of children under the guidance of Associate Professor of Psychology Kristine […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Research, Student.
Native American religions discussed Aug. 31
Margaret Jarek of the Ojibwe Nation will speak Aug. 31 in the “Comparative World Regions” class of Professor of Religion Brian Smith. The class runs from 10:10 to 11 a.m. in Todd Wehr 113. Jarek will describe main themes in Native American religions. View more on her website. All are welcome to attend the presentation.
Posted by Dale Devries in Special Event.
Personal support, international opportunities sparked nonprofit professional
“I am more than grateful I transferred from UW-Fond du Lac to Ripon and was given the opportunity to grow as an individual,” says Haley Madson ’09 of Ripon, Wisconsin. Madson knew she wanted a bachelor’s degree but did not have a school in mind. Madson decided to attend UW-Fond du Lac for their guaranteed […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni, Transfer.
Ron Ernst releases four-set instructional video promoted nationwide
Ron Ernst, head coach of football, professor of exercise science and assistant athletic director, has completed a four-set DVD coaching instructional video for Championship Productions. The titles of the DVDs are: 3-3 Alignments and Creating Havoc for Offenses Stopping the Run with 3-3 Stack Principles Surface Read for 3-3 Defenses in Stopping the Run 3-3 […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Athletics News, Faculty.
Growing older brings liberation for Renaissance man Will Aldis ’70
“You’ll get to be, like, 50 and still feel 20. It never changes. I hope I have a lot more to do; I certainly don’t feel done,” says Will Aldis ’70. Aldis has worn many hats throughout his life. Previously named Will Porter, Aldis has lived a diverse life as a teacher, actor, screenwriter, novelist […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Adam Weiss ’03 connected with program highlighted in The Washington Post
“The World is Closer than Ever to Eradicating Guinea Worm” was published in The Washington Post Saturday. The article details progress in The Carter Center’s efforts to eradicate the guinea worm, a parasite that has plagued 3.5 million people across 21 African countries as recently as 1986. Adam Weiss ’03 is the associate director of […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Student researcher studies development of bluebirds through their ‘droppings’
After falling in love with Ripon College because of its small class sizes, interpersonal relationships with professors, and numerous scholarship opportunities, Colleen Elzinga ’18 of Evergreen Park, Illinois, decided Ripon would be the perfect place to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Elzinga, a chemistry-biology major and a member of the McNair Scholars Program, […]
Posted by Dale Devries in McNair, Research, Student.
Professor of Music Kurt Dietrich to perform with wind ensemble Sunday
Kurt Dietrich, professor of music and Barbara Baldwin DeFrees Chair in the Performing Arts, will perform with the Wisconsin Symphonic Winds Sunday, Aug. 28. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. in the Music Hall, Arts and Communications Center, at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Dr. Devin Otto, guest conductor, will lead works by Fucik, Ticheli, […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty.
Comedy hypnotist performs on campus Friday
Dan Lornitis, a comedy hypnotist, will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, in Great Hall, Harwood Memorial Union, on the Ripon College campus. Lornitis has been mesmerizing audiences for years with his uniquely entertaining performance, where the audience volunteers are the stars! He uses hypnosis to entertain, never to embarrass or humiliate anyone. It’s […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Special Event.
Alumnus works with Joseph project to place Wisconsinites in jobs
Two Wisconsin communities 50 miles apart are being brought together by the Joseph Project. Launched in October, the project strives to connect those seeking work in Milwaukee with Sheboygan County employers who need workers. This effort has been part of the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp.’s Someplace Better initiative. Austin Van Treeck ’14, a Sheboygan […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Alumni.
Huang, associate professor of business and economics, earns Chartered Financial Analyst title
Peng “Roc” Huang, associate professor of business and economics, and chair of the economics department, passed the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) level III exam in June and now is a CFA Charterholder. The CFA title is the most prestigious and recognized investment analysis and management designation globally. Since 2013, Huang received a CFA Institute Professor […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty.
Sports nutrition workshop will be held Aug. 23
A free sports nutrition workshop will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, in Bear Auditorium, Farr Hall of Science. Lee Hyrkas, a registered dietitian with Bellin Health in Green Bay, will be the presenter. He will address topics related to nutrition and performance. He says nutrition is a critical piece of […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Special Event, Student.
Brian Smith publishes opinion piece about religion and the current political race
Brian Smith, professor of religion; Charles and Joan Van Zoeren Chair in Religion, Ethics and Values; chair of the department; and co-director of the Center for Politics and the People, had an opinion piece published Friday in the Wisconsin State Journal in Madison, Wisconsin. “Who Would Jesus Vote For?” looks at the current presidential race. […]
Posted by Dale Devries in Faculty, Political Publications.