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	Spring 2009 Heart of Gold Dr. Ron Mahoney receives the University's first-ever Humanitarian Award. The Year of the Dawg A pack of Bulldogs has gone wild in Mecosta County, and no one is complaining. Resorting to Perfection For Russ Miller, director of golf at The Broadmoor, all is right with the world. Pirates of the Miniature Golf Industry Ted Lundy realizes his big dreams with small courses. Thunder Road Jim Suth helps keep NASCAR racers' wheels turning.
	Winter 2008 Off the Sidelines Title IX tackles the workplace. Snapshots Royal & Historic What do Elvis Presley and copper mining have in common? The Year of Living Royally One Ferris alumna’s wheelchair has become a mobile throne. Upstairs, Downstairs After more than a century, the Comstock House is still one of most the dramatic homes in Big Rapids.
	Fall 2008 A Pressing Business Mike Beck makes the hard business of cider look easy. Mightier than the Sword Superhero (artist) Scott Rosema draws a legion of extraordinary characters. Bridging the Gender Gap Women’s organizations at Ferris have supported newcomers, recognized achievements and mentored the next generation of leaders Building History For architect Eugene C. Hopkins FAIA, bricks and mortar hold the past together.
	Spring 2008 Mushrooms, Murder & Medicine Harmless fungus or Destroying Angel? Killer or innocent man? Ask John H. Trestrail III. A Cut Above the Rest Stacey Patulski's SportClips salons keep sports fans looking good. Projecting Health Urban or Rural, Paul Doyle Knows What Different Communities Have to Offer and What They Need to Stay Healthy. A Portrait of the Executive as an Actor Whether he's behind the desk or in front of the camera, Robert Norsworthy gets good reviews.
	Winter 2007 A Congresswoman to Watch C&G talks with congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick Adam in Eden Adam Umbrasas manages a little bit of paradise. Green Machine C&G gets on the bus with Udall Foundation Scholar Bret Muter. It Was a Hundred Years Ago... Ferris celebrates a century of organized musical performances.
	Fall 2007 Anchoring the Bay Dana King keeps the San Francisco Bay area informed and inspired. Kunitz' Cup Runneth Over The Stanley Cup comes to Ferris. Occupational Hazards Ferris professor Phillip Sterling considers the dangers of snack food delivery. Learning to Give Ferris student-volunteers make a difference.
	Spring 2007 In the Driver's Seat A conversation with Julie Hamp. The Dream & Business of Fishing At Pere Marquette Lodge, not even cell phones scare away the trout. Shivering Timbers C&G tours Michigan's Adventure with Camille Jourden-Mark. A Good Walk Professional Golfer Alan Morin "links" his success to his time at Ferris.
	Winter 2006 Knock, Knock When Marty Wozniak comes calling you will answer. Scrambled States From Arnie the Doughnut to Scrambled States, author Laurie Keller offers kids a full menu. Escaping from my Ordinary Life A non-traditional student studies abroad. Doctors of Shred The Gumpko brothers combine recycling and security.
	Fall 2006 Hat Trick Former Bulldogs score in the NHL. Skill of the Draw Tom McEvoy knows when to hold'em. One Smokin' Daddy Derek Rettell wants to bring great barbeque to your neighborhood. Home Field Security Mike Moll goes on defense the kind that really matters at the Super Bowl.
	Spring 2006 The Road to Glory James Gartner directs Jon Voight in Glory Road. Survey Course Surveying goes High-Tech. Untangling the Web of Creation Ethno-botanist Scott Herron mediates between the scientific and the mythic. Managing the Music Industry Graduates of Ferris State University's Music Industry Management major are helping to shape the music industry at a time of some of its greatest changes.l.
	Winter 2005 Ad Astra per Asperus Colonel Gail Wojtowicz discusses her Air Force career. Don't Touch that Dial John Hare is the president of ABC Radio; this interview discusses his job and responsibilities. On Campus This article discusses the Instructional Resource Center renovation project. What's in a Name? There are 33 buildings on campus and these are named after individuals and families that have played an important role at Ferris.
	Fall 2005 The Individual Shape of the Universal Mind Phrenologist Dan Drenth explains the history of Phrenlolgy - an area of study that suggested the shape of the head revealed a person's true nature. Most Valuable Alumna Jason Feasel talks about his come-back from a car accident that left him paralyzed. Operation: Desert Learning Barry Allen completed his degree half a world away. Studying Abroad... in New Zealand Adam Eling did a study abroad through Ferris and he talks about his life-changing experience.
	Spring 2005 Because of the Paws Valerie Franklin and her assistance dog Sonny adjust to life a Ferris. Bulldogs on the Rampage Charles McEwan talks about his football career and becoming a coach in arena football. Museum of Hateful Things Learn about educating the public on racist memorabilia, which David Pilgrim has collected and the campaign to raise 2 million to establish and staff a permanent exhibition. Glimpse Behind the Scenes Ferris graduate Jeff Hephner stars in a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation.
	Winter 2004 Playing Monopoly... with Real Money Brian Brady talks about the evolution of his career and its challenges, family and alma mater. Behind the Mask Jeff Kellogg, Ferris graduate, becomes a major league baseball umpire. Paid to Play Ferris graduates create activities appreciated by residents of Reed Lake. Red Wing Face Off Bulldog alumni hockey team plays with Red Wing hockey alumni in Big Rapids.
	Fall 2004 Ferris Dedicates Granger Center 400 people gather to dedicate Ferris State's new Granger Center for Construction and HVACR. Hometown Bus Tour University President, Vice Presidents, deans and others tour the state to meet with future students and alumni. Lights, Camera, Learning The fourth annual Ferris Video Festival gives high school student an opportunity to show their video work to a larger audience. Spring Reunion Spring Reunion 2004 celebrated the 50th anniversary of the class of 1954.
	Spring 2004 Fairman, Nisbett and Wall Transforming the Fairman and Nisbett buildings into senior residences. Rocket Man Former HVACR student shares job responsibilities at John F. Kennedy Space Center on Merritt Island in Florida. The Sailor Home from the Sea Former Ferris President Robert S. Ewigleben's son is promoted to Captain. And the Top Reason for Doing an Internship Is... Ferris student Mike Potter interns at the Late Show with David Lettermen.
	Winter 2003 President's Letter President Eisler discusses new changes to Ferris during his first year as President. Inauguration President Eisler's inauguration speech. Body of Knowledge Digitized human anatomy brings new knowledge to the health programs. Good Vibrations Music Industry Management Association (MIMA) is a student organization whose member's activities include booking, setting up campus concerts and participating in career development opportunities.
	Fall 2003 Greener by Degrees Pat Shaffner, daughter of John and Rhea Smith, talks about her parents' involvement with the University and community. She also talks about the greenhouse which is named after her parents. Fusion Cuisine GRCC partnered with Ferris State University to open the Allied Technology Center offering a non-degree cooking classes to the community. A Wilder Range of Blue Women are becoming more involved in law enforcement and into more command positions within police force. Deck the Dining Halls Ferris partners with Mecosta Osceola Area Rehabilitation Center (MOARC) to give help to dining halls and, in return, the employees have a Christmas party.
	Spring 2003 President's Letter President Sederburg talks about the improvement to Ferris State Univesity since 1994 and about becoming President of Utah Valley State College. Timme Center President Sederburg dedicated the Timme Center for Student Services named after alumna Abigail Timme. Building the Lions Den A group of Ferris graduates have a helping part in the building of Ford Field. Growing the Family Tree Richard Cochran, dean of Library and Instructional Services, talks about his family history search dating back almost 800 years.
	Winter 2002 A Million Reasons, A Single School Five of Ferris' finest graduates work at Meijer Corporation. The company helps support Ferris State University through donation of scholarship funds and equipement.
	Fall 2002 Special Report: Court grapples with behavioral genetics PBS is airing a mock trial about a court case examining the role genetics plays in widespread alcoholism among inhabitants of Tracy Island. The mock trial will involve Johnny Cochran, Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer and Ferris History professor Barry Mehler.
	Spring 2002 Building Momentum Construction Technology and Management is a growing program at Ferris State University and students have job opportunities after they graduate.
	Winter 2001 He's Got Game Dean of Enrollment Services Ronnie Higgs doubles as a Division I college basketball referee.
	Fall 2001 Sweet Success Applied Technology Center in Grand Rapids and Ferris State University celebrated the 10th anniversary of one of the most innovative partnerships in Michigan history.
	Spring 2001 Home Court Advantage Dave Ramos graduated from the PTM program and became head coach of the women's tennis team at Ferris a few years later.
	Winter 2000 An Eye for Detail Greg Dootz specializes in crafting prosthesis for eyes to bring hope to clients.
	Fall 2000 Wholly Devoted to Art President Sederburg helped restore an old hotel into a new office for the Executive Branch in Lansing in the early 1990s, and brought his devotion to art to Ferris with the "Ferris Renaissance."
	Spring 2000 Preserving Their Past Three television production alumnus make a documentary film that preserves Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa Indians culture and stories that have been handed down for generations.
	Winter 1999 Racism's Ugly Head Dr. David Pilgrim discusses the Jim Crow Museum and the role of the museum to educate.
	Fall 1999 Dental Students Brighten Children's Smiles Pi Delta Alpha and the Big Rapids Dental Study Club sponsored the Ferris State University annual Children's Dental Health Fair to teach children and parents proper dental health care and new treatments in the industry.
	Spring 1999 Tradition of Giving Corporations, foundations, Ferris friends and others donate generously.

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