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The 2004 Annual Fund Phonathon is ON! Last year we raised over $16,000 for PC largely from the generous donations of alumni. After two days of our student and alumni callers hard at work, we've already raised $10,000 in donations and pledges! Thank you!
If you haven't spoken to our callers yet, we hope that when your phone rings over the next two weeks, you will consider renewing your support of the College...or giving for the first time!
Rachel Yoder, Director of Alumni Relations
ryoder@prescott.edu
toll free 1-800-737-0119
local 928-350-4502
Five mid-seventies alumni gathered in Spokane, WA over Presidents' Day weekend for skiing and related festivities at the home of Stowell and Melody Laakso-Dickinson. Mimicking John Kerry on the stump, they said: "Standing here with this band of PC brothers and sisters, we may be a little older, we may be a little greyer, but we still know how to party for our college!"
Pictured left to right are Stowell Dickinson ('75), Melody Laakso-Dickinson ('76), Gerald Reed ('75), Yvonne Joosten ('75) and Ted Wiseman ('75).
Paid Summer Internship leading cultural and natural history trips in Peru - Inkaterra, a Peruvian ecotourism company, is currently seeking qualified individuals to lead excursions from its two bases; The Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, located in the cloud forest at the base of Machu Picchu and Reserva Amazonica, located along the Madre de Dios river in the Amazon basin. For more information view the full job description (word document) or contact alumnus Clark Kotula directly: clarkkotula@hotmail.com, (406) 961-5136
RDP Arts and Letters faculty member Robert Johnson will have his short story, "The People We Were," published in the next issue of The New Orleans Review.
Visit the new Class Notes website at to read about your former classmates and post your own message.
Frances Fellows, RDP '89
I produced a half hour cooking show for children called "Snack Time" with a grant from the American Culinary Federation's Prescott and Flagstaff chapters as part of their "Chef and the Child" charity. The program was a gift to area middle schools and it aired on Channel 13, local cable access. Channel 13 has an award for best locally produced feature program, and "Snack Time" won. My idea for "Snack Time" is to show a field trip to where food is produced and teach basic kitchen skills to young viewers. This pilot episode went to Young's Farm in Dewy to show how free -range chickens are grown and Hickman's eggs to show commercial egg production.
John Foster, RDP '93
Hello everyone. How things have changed since I finished up at PC. Some good, some bad, but overall a good experience. I have pretty much performed a 180, job-wise; once I moved out to the peaceful northwest, I switched careers into software. I started out at Passport, but quickly got moved to games. I have pretty much specialized in the single player component of games, and took part in shipping MechAssualt (for you Xbox Live fans), and Halo for the PC. Currently, I am a contingent staff test lead for the coolest game ever, Halo2. As for family, I still haven't settled down; but perhaps someday. That San Juan trip looks like a blast, might have to stop on by in June.
Sean Nordquist, RDP '98
Greetings all! A lot has happened to and for me since I left Prescott. Erica (Moulton, RDP '99) and I have two beautiful sons, born in April of 2000 and September of 2003.
Anna Becker, ADP '02
Just wanted to up-date those I know at Prescott. I am in my 2nd year teaching now, but have switched from Resource to a self-contained teaching position. I am still at a middle school, and as crazy as it sounds I love it. Who knew I would prefer middle school to elementary! Both of my children are enrolled at the school where I teach which has proven to be both a blessing and a curse. I have been thinking recently that the Moapa Valley girls need to make another trip to Prescott. Watch out Ellen and Chris--that could be trouble!
Ari Rapport (RDP ' 98)
Just an update for all you PC folks who check out the alumni listings: I am living in Pittsburgh, PA now, after Prescott and a brief stay in Maryland with family. Tracy Michaelis (RDP '99) and I are now married and officially linked for life, as of last August. We are both happy and living with our pup Vega and our recent feline addition, Sasha. Tracy finished her Master of Arts in Teaching for Middle School Science at the University of Pittsburgh and I am finishing my Master of Science in Sustainable Systems at Slippery Rock University (also in PA) this semester. Our plan this summer is to move the family south to NC, and settle into a bit of warmth and southern sunshine. We miss PC quite a lot and our nostalgia fills us with love and good thoughts for the school that brought us not only each other, but a sense of community that we can now bring into our lives everywhere we go! To our fellow PC siblings: a happy, healthy and peaceful year to all!
Sally Butler, RDP '75
Still living in Santa Fe. Own a couple of businesses, have two fabulous teenagers (who said teenagers are a drag?), ski, hike and boat as much as I can, which luckily is a lot. Live at 8,100 feet with the mountains just out my door. Come visit! Would love to hear from old PC friends and am looking for families who do rivers. Yvonne Joosten, where are you?
Caroline Wright, RDP '95
I just read through the class notes and it's so much fun to hear all the amazing things folks are up to! I have been living in Prescott again for 3 years, and I am loving it. I was working for awhile as a law enforcement ranger at Glacier National Park (and believe it or not, carrying a 9mm) and also worked as the photographer for the newspaper in Sedona. But I made my way back and have been working as a counselor for teens at the west Yavapai Guidance Clinic for the past few years. My parents live in Cottonwood, AZ now, and I feel Arizona is home. My big news is that I am recently engaged to Bill Paiano who I have been dating for almost 3 years now. He is a wonderful man, longtime resident of Prescott and a probation officer! We have a very happy home with our dogs, a garden, and lots of camping. No dates yet, just enjoying this time! I would love to hear from anyone! caroline2673@yahoo.com
David Jordan, MAP '03
Life is good! The last year has been exiting and full. Laura and I were blessed with the birth of our daughter, Murphy Elizabeth, the purchase of our first home, and great career growth. I am now the Director of Counseling at a premier therapeutic wilderness program, and actively lecturing on the topic of integrating spirituality and nature into the healing arts. I have found my Prescott degree to be widely respected and an intriguing asset in the professional world.
Peter Sherman, RDP '74
After short lived career efforts in archaeology, the U.S. Army and corporate America with AT&T, I finally settled into a career with the U.S. Foreign Service. I am now living in Northern Virginia with my wife and daughter after having spent the better part of 20 years posted overseas at various U.S. Embassies.
Clark Kotula, RDP '99
Hello All! I have been living and working out of Cusco, Peru for the last 4 years as the head guide and operations manager for an Adventure Travel operator there. We do rafting, trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, and cultural expeditions in Peru and Bolivia. Through this journey I have met the love of my life, Jacqui, who is a dentist from Scotland. We have established a charity organization together; www.dentalprojectperu.org and she spends her time out in remote villages treating villagers while I am on expeditions. During the off-season, we spend our time traveling and surfing in Central and South America and doing publicity in the United Kingdom for the charity and for various Peruvian travel companies. Don't have any drawers to put folded clothes in yet, still living out of bags, and loving it! But neckties are taking space away from smelly polypro.....oh so is life. Hope everyone is well. Please drop me a note! clarkkotula@hotmail.com
Leanne Hanson (ADP '92) and Russell Oakley (RDP '92)
In summer 2003, Leanne started working in Ft. Collins (75 miles North of Golden), at the Fort Collins Science Center. Still with USGS, she is taking on new projects with her usual zeal. She rents a room in Ft. Collins during the week, then she comes home to Golden on weekends. One project Leanne is involved with is researching shorebird migration routes by measuring stable isotopes in feathers. She went to Argentina in January to help collect samples at the wintering grounds. She worked hard in the Argentine summer and learned a lot. She also learned that she very much enjoys international travel, and is making plans for future trips. Russ is currently an independent contractor, installing lightning protection systems on large and small projects throughout Colorado. Still working outside in the sun and rain, he has difficulty imagining having to strap into a desk, though it seems to be happening more often lately, with photography projects, email, etc.
Russ got a lot of climbing in this year too (50 days!) In Spring 2003 he and frequent partner Ed Jenner went to Joshua Tree NP for a week of crack climbing in the Dr. Suess land of giant boulders and weird trees.
In Fall 2003, we inherited Leonard's (Russ' father) first ultralight aircraft, the Eagle. (I say "we" because it takes a village to raise a child...) Now we are looking for land near Ft. Collins, out in the plains, where we might have enough room to take off and land the airplane. Oh, yeah, we want to build a house there, too. We are glad to see PC doing so well. Hard work and perseverance pay off in the end.
Read recent and current issues of The Biscuit online at www.prescott.edu/alumni/biscuit
Prescott College Alumni Office
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1.800.737.0119
928.350.4502
Fax: 928.776.5228
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June 6-13, 2004 - San Juan River
Hold on to your Mexican Hat! We're headed the whole way this year, from Sand Island to Clay Hills. More river, more people, more fun. Visit the Baseball Man, learn about the subtle artistry of the split-twig figurine, and delight to the musical stylings of Corey and his blue guitar.
Spaces are limited! You can reserve your spot online.
$150 deposit due April 23
Payment in full by May 17
$475 for current 03/04 PCAA members, $500 for non-members
Please contact Rachel Yoder in the Alumni Office with questions: ryoder@prescott.edu or 928-350-4502.
 Did you know that last year over 400 alumni supported Prescott College with a charitable donation? This year, we've had 200 generous alumni give a gift to PC. We'd love to break last year's record of 417. Please help us by giving a gift online! We appreciate each and every dollar that alumni are willing to contribute toward the teaching and learning that happens at Prescott College.
Do you remember how you heard about Prescott College? Was it a gear shop in Idaho, a brazen PC alumnus posing as surfer in Costa Rica, a Robin nesting habitats presentation in Stoneham, MA, or your high school counselor? Chances are you did not hear about Prescott College in the traditional way since Prescott College is not a traditional place. Word of mouth is the number one way that our students and alumni hear about PC, and it is a growing grassroots advertising legacy. If you can find 15, 30, or 120 minutes a year in you busy life to share the passion about Prescott College then please contact Allisone Scott-Martinsen at 877-350-2100 x1006 or ascott@prescott.edu
Read more about the PCRN.
Wanted: Washington state alumnus to travel to Friday Harbor and meet with college counselors at two schools on the island. Ferry tickets, gas, and lunch will be covered. Please contact Allisone Scott-Martinsen at ascott@prescott.edu. First come, first served basis. Must travel during the week; all arrangements will be made by the Prescott College Admissions staff.
View the entire PC Calendar of Events.
March 3: The Prescott College Film Series, "The Mexican-American / Chicano experience in Film" presents "Lone Star." Prescott College Chapel, 220 Grove Ave., 6:30 p.m. Free. For more information contact Nicanor Dominguez at 350-2276.
March 3 : Spring Reading Series featuring David Gilmore, Executive Producer and Host of "Outright Radio" at the Prescott College Tucson Center, 2233 E. Speedway Blvd. 7 p.m. Free. For more information call 888-797-4680.
March 3 : Village Life: Community Drum and Dance. We are a group with diverse backgrounds and experience levels who gather every to celebrate music, dance and the power of community! 7 p.m. Sam Hill Warehouse. 232 N. Granite St. Cost: $5 (free for students). Bring your own drums or use ours. No experience necessary. Drum and Dance Jam. Contact: Elisa Stodden mstodden@prescott.edu
March 4 : War & Peace Film Series presents "Beach Red" (1967). 6 p.m. in the Chapel, 220 Grove Ave. Free. For more information contact Randall Amster at 350-2238 or ramster@prescott.edu.
March 5 & 6: VDAY Prescott College presents a benefit production of Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues." 7:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center, 218 N. Granite St. $7 general, $5 students. To purchase tickets in advance at the PC Student Services office on 306 Grove Ave.
March 6 : Temporary Autonomous Zone BLOCK PARTY sponsored by the Guerrilla Artist and Activist Project. This is a call to all artists, activists and fun-lovers. Help us transform N. Willow St. for a day in celebration of life, love and community. We need artists, musicians, fire-dancers, stilt walkers, poets, activists and anyone else who thinks they can make this day a success. The day will feature musicians, film screenings (bring movies), street theater, activist tabling, chili cook-off, bikes 2000, Food Not Bombs, couches and conversation. If you can, please bring food, drinks, homebrews, the best chili you can make, and yourself. N. Willow St. (Up Garden away from Sam Hill, left on Willow, please park at the college or on the street and walk up). For more information call Devin at 562-665-7015.
March 10: The Prescott College Film Series, "The Mexican-American / Chicano experience in Film" presents "Bread and Roses." Prescott College Ironwood Bldg., 312 Grove Ave., 6:30 p.m. Free. For more information contact Nicanor Dominguez at 350-2276.
March 11: War & Peace Film Series presents "Land & Freedom." 6 p.m. in the Chapel, 220 Grove Ave. Free. For more information contact Randall Amster at 350-2238 or ramster@prescott.edu.
March 24: The Prescott College Film Series, "The Mexican-American / Chicano experience in Film" presents "Zoot Suit." Prescott College Chapel, 220 Grove Ave., 6:30 p.m. Free. For more information contact Nicanor Dominguez at 350-2276.
March 24: Spring Reading Series featuring Ida Plotkin, former president of the Tucson Poetry Society. Prescott College Tucson Center, 2233 E. Speedway Blvd. 7 p.m. Free. For more information call 888-797-4680.
March 25: War & Peace Film Series presents "Apocalypse Now." 6 p.m. in the Chapel, 220 Grove Ave. Free. For more information contact Randall Amster at 350-2238 or ramster@prescott.edu.
March 31: The Prescott College Film Series, "The Mexican-American / Chicano experience in Film" presents "La Bamba." Prescott College Chapel, 220 Grove Ave., 6:30 p.m. Free. For more information contact Nicanor Dominguez at 350-2276.
Fridays: Free English and Spanish classes offered by the Prescott College Aztlan Center at the Sacred Heart Parish on 131 North Summit Ave. The Spanish class is from 5:00-6:30 p.m. and the English class is from 7:00-8:30 p.m. All are welcome and no previous language experience is needed. Contact Bernardo Aguilar at 778-2090 ext. 2202 or baguilar@prescott.edu.
Ongoing : Art Wanted! Student and alumni art wanted for ongoing display at the Tucson Center. Contact Janine d'Haven at 888/797-4680, ext. 114, or jdhaven@prescott.edu for more information.
...that Prescott College has an award-winning literary journal, Alligator Juniper, and that it's free for alumni to enter the fiction, creative non-fiction, and photo contests? Visit Alligator Juniper online.
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