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IN THIS ISSUE:
 CASE CAMPUS REMEMBERS "DOC OC" FOR HIS REMARKABLE TEACHING
Doc Oc, a classically trained pianist and prodigiously talented chemistry professor, came to the Case campus in 1980. Since that time, thousands of students have passed through his chemistry courses and have been infected by his energy, enthusiasm, and dedication. A 1993 Wittke Award winner, Doc Oc was a permanent fixture in the lives of students. He supported them outside the classroom as well as inside, whether it was through his celebrity judging of the Mr. CWRU contest, as Hudson Relay coach to the first-year class, or as fraternity advisor.
Advisor, teacher, mentor, and friend, Doc Oc will forever remain a part of the Case Western Reserve University family. Our community will come together to mourn his loss at a memorial service in the fall semester, when all of our students and faculty can be on campus to celebrate Doc Oc's remarkable life and contributions.
We realize that many of you will want to express your feelings and share your memories of Doc Oc, in addition to participating in his memorial. In the upcoming week, an online scrapbook will be established to capture our memories of Doc Oc as well as to plan for his memorial.
To Doc Oc's family and the many devoted friends, students, and colleagues who are grieving his passing, the university offers its deepest condolences. Doc Oc was an invaluable member of the Case community and we mourn our loss.
To read more and share your memories about Doc Oc, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2005/5-05/ocasio.htm.
CASE NEWS ACROSS THE NATION (back to top)
 CASE'S VISION YIELDS RECORD ENROLLMENTS
Case Western Reserve University's vision to build a powerful learning environment for its undergraduates has yielded one of its largest incoming first-year classes. Fall 2005 first-year enrollments are up 70 percent, with 1,152 students indicating they plan to come to Case to begin their university education in the fall.
“Very few universities or colleges can report this kind of increase in admissions that Case experienced this spring,” said Christopher Munoz, Case vice provost for undergraduate enrollment.
Dramatic enrollment increases were campus-wide with arts and humanities up 103 percent over 2004, engineering (89%), management (91%), sciences (50%) and undecided (69%). The mean SAT score of 1347 is an increase over the 2004 average score of 1324.
To read more about this story, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2005/5-05/admission.htm or http://www.crainscleveland.com/news.cms?newsId=3322.
CASE JOINS INDEPENDENT 529 PLAN, PRE-PAY YOUR CHILD'S COLLEGE TUITION
Case recently joined the Independent 529 Plan, a prepaid college tuition plan tailored specifically for private colleges. Under the program, individuals can purchase tuition certificates that can be used for future tuition at Case. For example, by joining the program, the parents of an elementary-age child can now lock in the current tuition rate and redeem the certificate for use at Case if their child has been accepted to the university.
The Independent 529 Plan is run by the nonprofit Tuition Plan Consortium and administered by TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc. Funds saved can be used at any of the more than 240 participating colleges and universities around the country, including 14 in Ohio.
For more information about the plan, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2005/4-05/529plan.htm and http://www.independent529plan.org.
CAMPUS NEWS (back to top)
RELIVE THE JOY OF COMMENCEMENT
Archived re-broadcasts of this year's Commencement Convocation and Undergraduate Ceremony, for viewing purposes only, are available on the commencement website from now until June 1st at http://www.case.edu/commencement/webcast.html.
If you are interested in purchasing a commencement video, please visit http://www.case.edu/commencement/ordervid.html.
 CASE ATTRACTS NEW ATHLETIC DIRECTOR FROM DIVISION I
Dave Diles, director of intercollegiate athletics at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) and former vice president and director of athletics at St. Bonaventure University, has been named director of athletics at Case Western Reserve University.
Diles, a Detroit, MI, native, will head a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III intercollegiate athletic program that fields 19 sports (10 men's, 9 women's) and participates in the University Athletic Association (UAA). Diles' other responsibilities on the University Circle campus include the oversight of the recreation program and physical education department.
To learn more about Diles, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2005/4-05/diles.htm.
CASE DEDICATES PLAYGROUND FOR SHIRLEY HAWK, CHAMPION OF EDUCATION
Case Western Reserve University is proud of its history and tradition of contributing to the betterment of our communities through service and outreach to our fellow neighbors. For many decades, the university has played a pivotal role in improving the quality of life for others throughout the City of Cleveland and across the nation. Our vision goes beyond the confines of our campus to embrace our neighbors throughout the community.
Dr. Jacklyn Chisholm, Associate Vice President, Center for Community Partnerships, recently joined local community leaders and dignitaries to officially dedicate a playground for Mrs. Shirley Hawk, and long-time local community activist and champion of education, at Forest Hills Parkway Elementary School located on East 112th Street in Cleveland. As part of the university's second annual Case for Community Day last year, university volunteers donated and installed the playground at the elementary school. The Office of the President and Provost, Center for Community Partnerships, and Staff Advisory Council all contributed funds to purchase the playground for youth in the area. Chisholm stated, “This is just one installment in a future for Cleveland that is filled with promise – and fun!” Thank you to all that made this dedication possible.
 CASE'S FRANCES PAYNE BOLTON SCHOOL OF NURSING ONE OF THE FIRST TO WITNESS BIRTH OF THE LATEST TEACHING TOOL: “SimBaby”
It cries, coughs, grunts, snores and responds to the human touch. It even vomits and wears a diaper. It's “SimBaby,” the latest technological birth and hands-on learning tool being used by neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) students at Case Western Reserve University's Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing. This month, the school will receive one of the first SimBaby simulators in the United States and the first one at a nursing school in Ohio.
SimBaby is a $28,000, high-tech robotic simulator that also breathes, has a pulse, and maintains heart rhythm and blood pressure. It can be programmed to simulate a range of illnesses and medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest and breathing difficulties. Students are told of SimBaby's “symptoms” and must perform the appropriate assessments and treatments. SimBaby's condition improves or deteriorates depending on the student's intervention.
To learn more about this story, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2005/4-05/simbaby.htm.
EVENTS (back to top)
//MAY 2005//
CLEVELAND: MAY 21 - FLORA STONE MATHER ALUMNAE ANNUAL MEETING AND BRUNCH
The members of the Flora Stone Mather Alumnae Association are meeting at the Shoreby Club for mimosas on the bluff, brunch, and "Flora Stone Mather's Life at Shoreby," a presentation by Dr. Gladys Haddad, Professor of American Studies at Case Western Reserve University and Director of the Western Reserve Symposia. Please call the Office of Alumni Relations, Programs, and Events at 800-866-6280 for details.
//JUNE 2005//
 CLEVELAND: JUNE 2 - DON'T MISS OUT ON THE NAE 2005 ENERGY CONFERENCE – 800 HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED!
MEET ONE OF THE SPEAKERS: Dr. Rodger McKain, President, SOFCo-EFS Holdings LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of McDermott International, is dedicated to the development and commercialization of solid oxide fuel cells and hydrogen generation systems. SOFCo-EFS is headquartered in Alliance, Ohio, with offices also in Lynchburg, Virginia. Dr. McKain is chairman of the Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition.
Learn more about other speakers and the conference at www.energy05.org.
//JULY 2005//
 CLEVELAND: JULY 25TH - THE SECOND ANNUAL SPARTAN OPEN AT TANGLEWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
The Second Annual Spartan Open will be held Monday, July 25 at Tanglewood Country Club in Chagrin Falls. Join alumni and friends of the Case Athletic Department for an afternoon of golf and camaraderie. Proceeds will benefit the Athletic Department. Cocktails, prime rib dinner and a silent auction will follow the round of golf. Sponsorships are available.
Visit www.case.edu/alumni and click on Spartan Open for registration information.
REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS (back to top)
Case Western Reserve University's Regional Programs exist to connect, engage, and serve the university's diverse alumni. This outreach is achieved through strong leadership, dynamic programs and effective communication. We encourage you to stay involved with Case and your community by interacting and networking with Alumni in your area.
Mingle and network with fellow alumni - Visit the links below to find out what is happening near you! New England - www.case.edu/alumni/stay/newengland.html
June 12th - "Made in Massachusetts " at the National Heritage Museum in Boston
San Diego - www.case.edu/alumni/stay/sandiego.html
June 8th – Alumni Reception at McCormick & Schmick's followed by Cleveland Indians vs. San Diego Padres at PETCO Park
San Francisco - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/sanfran.html
June 4th – An Evening with the Cleveland Orchestra
Seattle - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/seattle.html
May 31st – An Evening with the Cleveland Orchestra
Washington D.C. - http://www.case.edu/alumni/stay/dc.html
July 2nd - Cleveland Indians vs. Baltimore Orioles
Are you interested in planning an event in your area…providing other alumni and new graduates with guidance and support…recruiting students…or learning more about Regional Programs? Contact John P. Keller, Associate Director, Regional Programs at 216.368.4349 or Sara Harvey, Assistant Director, Regional Programs at 216.368.4520 for additional information.
ALUMNI VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT (back to top)
LIZ PIRNAT MGT'00 LEADS VOLUNTEER EFFORTS FOR SUMMER ON THE CUYAHOGA
 Thanks to alumni volunteers, Summer on the Cuyahoga ("SOTC") is bringing together 75 students from Case, Colgate, Princeton, Smith, and Yale for an intensive summer program designed to help interns explore the professional, civic, and social offerings of the Cleveland area. All students will reside at Case while interning at various places throughout the city.
Case's planning efforts have been led by fourteen alumni volunteers, including Liz Pirnat. Liz has taken an active role in planning the events that will enable the students to get a strong sense of what Cleveland is all about.
"Summer on the Cuyahoga has been a great way to connect local Case alumni, alumni from other schools who care about Cleveland, and current college students. Working with the events committee reminds me how many interesting places there are to go in Cleveland," says Pirnat.
Thank you, Liz! For more information on Summer on the Cuyahoga visit www.summeronthecuyahoga.com. For more information on how to be involved in this program or other volunteer opportunities, contact Jennifer Schuller at 216-368-6260 or at jennifer.schuller@case.edu.
ALUMNI WEEKEND AND HOMECOMING, OCTOBER 14-16 (back to top)
MINI REUNIONS TO BE HELD AT ALUMNI WEEKEND AND HOMECOMING
Join us for an all-campus, all-alumni and all-student celebration! This is a time for everyone to reunite on campus to celebrate our past and embrace our future. Exciting events, groundbreakings, and activities are in store. Several reunions will be held during the weekend including:
- Flora Stone Mather Class of 1950
- Flora Stone Mather Class of 1955
- Class of 2000
- All Football Team Members
- All Cross Country Team Members
- Glaser House Residents 1978 - 1982
If you are interested in organizing a Mini-Reunion for your class or any group that was important to you while you were a student, let us know! It's easy – all you need to do is contact Jennifer Schuller by email at jennifer.schuller@case.edu.
SUPPORT CASE (back to top)
 A FIELD OF THEIR OWN
The Plain Dealer, Thursday, April 21
Norbert “Nobby” Lewandowski was all smiles as he watched Case Western Reserve University take on Oberlin at Jacobs Field on April 20th. Lewandowski, MGT'64, threw out the first pitch. He has contributed $300,000 toward the construction of Case's new on-campus ball field, “Nobby's Ballpark,” which will open next year. Lewandowski was a baseball star at Benedictine High School and played for a short time in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. To learn more about this story, visit http://www.case.edu/news/2004/10-04/nobby_gift.htm.
Spartan 2004-2005 Highlights: Case has won UAA championships in cross country, football, softball, track and field, and wrestling; 29 athletes have been honored as GTE Academic All-Americans; 14 athletes have received NCAA postgraduate scholarships; Alicia Kendig '04 is a national champion in swimming.
You too can contribute to the university through the Annual Fund. To learn how, visit http://www.case.edu/development/annual/. You can make your gift or pledge payment today on our secure online site: http://giving.case.edu.
EXPLORE WITH CASE: ALUMNI TRAVEL PROGRAM (back to top)
 AN INSIDER'S VIEW OF SCOTLAND'S OUTSTANDING HISTORICAL CONTRIBUTION TO THE WORLD OF MEDICINE WITH JIM EDMONSON
Join Jim Edmonson, chief curator of the Dittrick Medical History Center to experience the richness of Scotland's medical and cultural heritage in October 2005. This is the “year of medicine” in Scotland, prompted by the Quincentenary – yes, that's right, the 500th anniversary of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. The tour will be centered on exploring the medical heritage of Scotland's two largest cities; Glasgow and Edinburgh, with an overnight break in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, where you will experience traditional Highland hospitality and culture. Both Glasgow and Edinburgh have been the homes of renowned university medical schools for more than four centuries, and have produced many eminent physicians and surgeons.
For more information or questions, contact Beverley Smith at beverley.smith@case.edu or 800-866-6280, and visit www.case.edu/alumni/travel.
TECHKNOWLEDGE (back to top)
NEW ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM FOR ALUMNI WEB COMMUNITY
Registering for events online is a convenience that we are proud to offer our alumni. We are happy to announce that in conjunction with the Information Services team, we have created a new system for this process that is entirely a Case product! This proprietary system is user-friendly, and has streamlined processes and enhanced capabilities.
We always appreciate feedback from you regarding this or any of the services provided by the Office of Alumni Relations, Programs, and Events. Please contact us by calling 1-800-866-6280 or email arpe_events@case.edu.
2005 ALUMNI CENSUS (back to top)
2005 ALUMNI CENSUS HAS BEGUN 
The goal of the Office of Alumni Relations, Programs, and Events is to provide a connection point for all alumni back to the university and to your fellow alumni. We need your help to ensure that you receive all the university news and information in a timely manner. We are working to establish more regular contacts with alumni to keep you informed about upcoming events, to put you in touch with each other, and to learn more about your interests.
The Alumni Census will allow you to update your personal information (address, e-mail, etc.) and become eligible to win valuable prizes, including two Continental airline tickets, tickets to the 2005 Alumni Weekend Headliner event, and more.
Click here to begin the 2005 Alumni Census.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT(back to top)
 CHRIS PAINTER '05, COMPASSION IS HIS MOTIVATION FOR SUCCESS
Chris Painter is part of the first generation in his family to attend college. He is graduating with a 4.0 GPA, majoring in Evolutionary Biology, with a minor in Chemistry. Painter was named President of Order of Omega at Case, initiated to its National Board of Directors, awarded the “David E. Michael Greek Man of the Year Award,” and directed campus forums on academic integrity and leadership. He will be attending the Yale School of Medicine in the fall.
“My time here at Case has given me the chance to reflect upon who I am, and where I have come from. As a first generation college student, I was honored to be given the opportunity to apply the strong work ethic and determination I have learned from my parents to an academic environment in which I am able to not only better myself, but also the community surrounding and supporting me.”
Having logged hundreds of hours volunteering as a phone operator for the crisis hotline at the Cleveland Free Clinic, Painter has learned to calmly assist patients in coping with a myriad of volatile situations ranging from alcoholism to contemplation of suicide. By working with the Case Physiology and Biophysics departments, he has been able to further explore his desire to help others by researching the characterization of magnesium extrusion pathways in ventricular myocytes and its relation to alcoholism. Painter hopes that one day doctors may be able to pharmaceutically moderate the myocytes which may lead to a better understanding of the complex functions of alcoholism and diabetes.
Learn more about this and other Physiology and Biophysics research at
http://physiology.cwru.edu/Default.html and http://pharmacology.case.edu/Faculty/Faculty.asp?dubyak.
ALUMNI WATCH (back to top)
 BARBARA K. MISTICK, MGT‘03, FIRST WOMAN TO LEAD CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH
Barbara K. Mistick, a 2003 graduate of the executive doctorate in management program at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, is the first woman to be named director of the 110-year old Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Founder of Mobility Inc., a successful transportation business for students with disabilities, and a distinguished service professor at Carnegie Mellon University, Mistick will lead this urban public library system founded by steel tycoon Andrew Carnegie in 1895. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh system includes 18 libraries all within the Pittsburgh city limits and boasts 2 million-plus annual visitors and 250,000 cardholders.
UNDERWRITERS LABS CHOOSES MEDTRONIC EXECUTIVE, KEITH E. WILLIAMS ‘74
Chicago Tribune, April 5
By Mike Hughlett
Northbrook-based Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Monday announced that veteran medical equipment executive Keith E. Williams will be its new president and chief executive officer. Williams, most recently of Medtronic Inc., will start in May at UL, the world's leading safety testing organization. UL's last chief executive, 62-year-old Loring Knoblauch, retired last summer.
UL is an independent, not-for-profit company that tests more than 19,000 products annually. It employs 5,800 worldwide, including 1,450 in Northbrook. The 110-year-old organization had long captured nearly 100 percent of the product safety certification market, but its share had been whittled to about 50 percent in 2001 when Knoblauch became its CEO.
Williams, 52, was schooled as an engineer at Case Western Reserve University but has been a corporate manager for many years.
The Nebraska native was most recently senior vice president in charge of Medtronic's neurological and ear, nose and throat business. He had joined Minneapolis-based Medtronic in 1997 as head of the company's Asia-Pacific operations.
CASE WEB WATCH (back to top)
Case Research Newsletter: http://ora.ra.case.edu/ospa/news/index.cfm
Spring art/sci Newsletter: http://www.case.edu/artsci/newsletter/
Class Notes: http://www.case.edu/pubs/cwrumag/fall2004/aj/index.html
Envisioning a New Case: http://www.case.edu/vision/
News Center: http://www.case.edu/news/
UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION WITH ALUMNI@CASE (back to top)
 Have you recently moved, changed jobs, or obtained a new
e-mail address? You can easily update your alumni profile using our new online alumni directory, ALUMNI@CASE.
BACK ISSUES (back to top)
Past issues of AlumNews are available online. Visit http://www.case.edu/alumni/news/alumnews to review back issues of this newsletter.
"AlumNews" is a monthly e-newsletter of the Case Western Reserve University
Office of Alumni Relations, Programs, and Events
BioEnterprise Building, 4th Floor
Phone: 216/368-6280 or 800/866-6280
E-mail: alumninews@case.edu
On the Web: http://www.case.edu/alumni
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