Terry Bohnhorst Blackhawk ’68; Detroit, Michigan
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Poet, Educator, Founding Director InsideOut Literary Arts Project
Terry taught high school Creative Writing and English in Detroit Public Schools until her retirement in 1996. She now leads InsideOut, a non-profit literary arts program which she founded in 1995, and serves on the board of WITSA, the national Writers in the Schools Alliance. She is the author of two chapbooks of poems and two full-length poetry collections.
“I believe in the power of creative communities to transform individuals and the societies around them, and I am still coming to understand how this Antiochian legacy has influenced my way of being in the world. It is an honor to be asked to contribute to something so precious and so vital. I will do my best to strengthen and promote Antioch’s vision of progressive education if chosen for the board.”
Ellen Borgersen ‘72; Sausalito, CA
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Of Counsel, Morrison & Foerster, LLP
Of Counsel since 1998 for Morrison & Foerster, she first was an Associate there in 1979, then a Partner. Appointed Associate Professor of Law at Stanford Law School in 1983, then Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Has been Consultant to Center for the Study of Social Policy, Marine Mammal Center volunteer, now serves on the Board of Savage Jazz Dance Company.
“The world needs Antioch now more than ever.~~I draw on lessons from my Antioch experience every day: a sense of excitement and adventure about what is new and untried, teamwork, problem-solving, plus common sense and confidence.~~I hope to carry Antioch’s message to potential students and supporters.”
Michael Brower ’55; Boston, MA
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Executive Director, Massachusetts Quality of Working Life Center
Mike is a retired university teacher and former Executive Director of the non-profit Massachusetts Quality of Working Life Center. He is now writing a book, “Democratize Capitalism to Save Democracy.” His other interests include developing and applying Systems Thinking plus political action to solving world problems of poverty and hopelessness, and replacing arrogance, imperialism and war with respect, justice, and peace.
“I would like to help Antioch’s transformation through The Plan for Antioch. I am determined to see that Antioch becomes again the best small college in the U.S.~ I hope to help create Alumni organizations, as Boston has done, in every major city to keep Alumni informed and involved and to assist in recruiting outstanding students and high quality co-op jobs.”
Nancy Crow ’70; Denver, CO
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President
Tax, Trusts and Estates Lawyer; Pendleton, Friedberg, Wilson and Hennessey, PC After Antioch , Nancy received her J.D. from the University of Colorado and an LL.M. (in Taxation) from New York University. She enjoys analyzing and solving problems and translating legalese into English (and sometimes French or Spanish) to help people take control of their lives and care for the people, institutions and values they hold dear.
“Antioch’s commitment to building communities founded on compassion and justice has guided me in my work and many volunteer activities. My service on the Board has re-connected me to the core values of an Antioch education. I would like to continue to build bridges between alumni and the college and lend my expertise in charitable giving to Antioch’s development staff. ”
Matthew Derr, ’89; Boston, Massachusetts
John Dawson ’58; Lee, NH
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Retired Professor of Physics, Emeritus, University of New Hampshire
John grew up in Yellow Springs, where his father, J.D. Dawson, was on the faculty of Antioch College. He earned his Ph.D in theoretical nuclear/particle physics from Stanford. John taught at Antioch and at Oberlin College before landing at the University of New Hampshire. He is married to Sarah (Howell) Dawson ’61, and has one son, Michael ’88, who is married to Laurel Dawson ’88.
“Antioch has undergone a transition in the past three years, with a focus on enrollment, finance, and educational direction in a changing environment. Antioch has had the challenge of changing its educational and co-op programs without giving up its core values and commitment to excellence. We are on the right track toward a better Antioch.”
Tim Eubanks, ’00; Austin, TX
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Community Organizer, Austin Voices for Education and Youth
After graduation, Tim worked at the American Booksellers for Free Expression in New York, where he helped coordinate efforts to exempt booksellers and librarians from the Patriot Act. He also co-founded two grassroots peace and justice groups that successfully fought for passage of an anti-war resolution by NYC’s City Council. Tim’s current role is coordinating a youth-centered campaign for school reform.
“Antioch taught me how to work with a committed group of people to make a positive impact in our communities. This has enabled me to be a part of amazing campaigns that truly make a difference. I want to return to my roots to strengthen the communication and support networks among alumni, students and the administration, building upon our democratic traditions.”
Christian Feuerstein, ’94; Elkridge, MD
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Traffic Manager, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Christian started out as a Creative Writing major but a co-op in her third year opened up the world of publication design. After graduating, she continued to work in publishing and also taught desktop publishing at Antioch. She is currently pursuing her MS in Publishing at Pace University.
“Antioch is not only the best small college in the U.S., it’s a center for arts and culture. I would like to use my knowledge of publishing and media to help Antioch raise its profile in the world. I am insanely grateful to Antioch for being there for me when I needed it, and now I’m here to give back to the community.”
Joseph M. Foley, ’68; Columbus, OH
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Communication and Management Consultant
After graduate school at Iowa and an Ohio State career as professor of communication, I have become a management consultant. My projects include candidate backgrounding for a search firm specializing in college administrators. I am a regular construction volunteer with Columbus Habitat for Humanity where I have been board chair.
“My work with other higher education institutions and in the community has helped me appreciate the impact Antioch has had on my life. It is important to help Antioch continue to challenge its students with the best possible educational experiences for the world in which they will be living.”
Athena Turner Frederick, ’82; Huntingdon, PA
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Registrar, Juniata College
I served as Antioch’s Registrar in ‘96 – ’00, and now after one term on the Alumni Board, I am seeking a second term.~ I understand the structure and the function of what the board does; one term is not enough to implement my goals.~ My attempt to bring diversity and bring together alumni who may have felt their affiliation with Antioch was over is just getting started.
“I want to identify and contact as many third world students as possible to come together to celebrate our accomplishments, and to recognize the value of our education at Antioch — good or bad. I also want the Alumni Board to recognize alumni for their voluntary efforts that are not always focused solely on fund-raising. My efforts are toward re-engaging alums and to include as many contacts, referrals, donations and prayers as possible.”
Martin L. Fried, ’55; Jamesville, NY
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Crandall Melvin Professor of Wills and Trusts,
Syracuse University College of Law
Received law degrees from Columbia and NYU, and practiced law in New York
City, before joining the faculty at Syracuse. Visiting professor at
Cincinnati, Iowa and Washington University. Active in pro bono
activities, representing indigent tenants and serving on local and state
advisory committees concerned with access to justice.
“The coop program and broad-based liberal education were singular features
for me when I was at Antioch. Both continue to be at the center of the
Antioch experience, but are enhanced by new innovations in the cooperative
and classroom experience. I hope to work to strengthen this educational
experience.”
Tendaji W. Ganges, ’71; Flint, Michigan
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Assistant to the Chancellor; and Executive Director, Educational
Opportunity Initiatives
University of Michigan-Flint
In addition to his work with assistance programs at the University of
Michigan-Flint, Tendaji is a community activist in the areas of social
justice issues generally and anti-racism specifically. He is also active
with various cultural groups, including African American and Hispanic
American, and works also with various leadership development
organizations. He also serves on a regional foundation board.
“What I can bring to the table now is the wealth of my experience and
successes in higher education, my work with pre-college students and my
immersion in community activities (now 35 years and counting). I have
worked to make the connection between the academy and community a very
real one and I’d again like to be a formal part of the continuing
evolution of Antioch and the Antioch Experience.”
Edward Goldson, ‘62; Denver, CO
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Professor of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Health Sciences
After training to be a pediatrician at University Hospitals in Cleveland,
I spent two years in the Air Force. I moved to Denver in 1972, married,
have two grown children and have pursued a career in academic medicine at
the University of Colorado Health Sciences. I am a Professor of Pediatrics
and work at Children’s Hospital in Denver.
“Antioch had an enormous effect on my life. I feel a very strong bond to
its values, its educational goals and humanism. As Antioch meets new
challenges I would like to be a participant in addressing these new
issues, bringing my experience as a physician, academic, educator and
person committed to liberal arts education. I would like to stand for
election again. There is much going on at the College and I would like to
continue participating and contributing to the discussion on governance,
the new curriculum which is exciting yet
challenging and has intrigued me as an academic and practicing physician.
I feel that my past experiences as a board member in the ‘90s and
currently provide me with important insights and knowledge which
might be helpful as we navigate our current challenges.
Michael J. Heffernan, ‘96; Elkridge, MD
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Systems Administrator, U.S. Institute of Peace
Michael studied both Education and Biology while at Antioch, and had a
co-op job with the late Dr. Leland Clark. He is also a former
Assistant Director of Technology Resources at the College. He
specializes in bridging the “digital divide” so that everyone can have
an equal shot at what technology can offer. Michael was instrumental
in getting the DC learning community’s Web pages up, and also houses
students co-oping in Baltimore.
“I am interested in helping Antioch strategically plan its technology,
as well as helping to promote its science programs and build wellness
resources. I’m excited by the new learning communities and I want to
encourage others to contribute to their success.”
Gary Houseknecht, ’66; Rockville, MD
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Retired, federal government
Gary is working hard at being happily and productively retired – having
spent 38 years at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in
grants policy and occupational health. His major victory for mankind was
a study of grant payment practices which resulted in legislation that now
saves states millions of dollars in interest expense.
“Antioch was a totally different culture for me and I thrived there. I
would like to do what I can to make sure that a comparable experience
remains available to the young people who elect to take advantage of it.
Doing reunion work projects while students were on campus has given me an
appreciation for what the challenges of Antioch’s planned transformation
are.”
Catherine Jordan, ’72; Minneapolis, MN
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CEO of Achieve/Minneapolis; community resources coordinator
Catherine is CEO of Achieve!Minneapolis, an education fund that raises
dollars and coordinates community resources to support K-12 public school
student success. She also serves as project director of the Blacklock
Nature Sanctuary’s artist residency program. She has extensive experience
in arts administration, cultural event production and peer health
education programs.
“I hope to return to the Alumni Board to bring information to Alumni
regarding the College and to build relationships that generate resources
to improve conditions for learning. I continue my commitment to the role
and value of experiential education and a sense of hope to build a
stronger future for Antioch College.”
Emily Kirby, ’52; Riverwoods, IL
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Self-employed with several small businesses. Educational/social
psychologist
Emily is an educational/social psychologist, craftsperson
and writer who is self-employed with several small businesses. She is
currently working with not-for-profit organizations and also serves as an
archeological research volunteer. She has been involved with Chicago-area
Antioch alumni for many years.
“Through individual contacts, writing, public speaking, I plan on
exploring ways of reaching diverse segments of student populations. We
need to explain that Antioch is a powerful educational alternative, and to
invite the widest participation. Antioch IS different, much more
innovative, creative. Antioch must let others see and imitate us.”
Tim Klass, ’71; Seattle, WA
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Associated Press
Tim left his birthplace of Sioux City, Iowa, for Antioch in 1966 without a
clue to what life after college would be. In 1970 he got a co-op job with
The Associated Press, where he remains. He’s married and living in Seattle
with a couple of teen-age daughters (who think he’s still clueless). Life
is good.
“Having never left my last co-op job — and thus avoiding having to do my
last co-op paper — my goal is to help strengthen the distributive
education program. I look forward to applying my experience as a former
condo homeowners association president, union vice president (News Media
Guild-CWA) and synagogue board secretary.”
Penny Lee, ’82; New York, NY
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City Planner for Long Island City
After graduating, Penny drove to New York City and never left. She’s the
city planner for Long Island City, struggling to preserve its unique
neighborhood character from Manhattan developers. Married to James Brown
since~1997, she changed her mind about children and gave birth to Piper
Sydney Brown in 2003.
“I am forever grateful to Antioch for getting me out of my sheltered
existence and giving me the backbone I needed to speak out for things I
believed in. Serving on the Alumni Board would allow me to give back to
Antioch and attract new students at the same time.”
Susan Opotow, ’65; New York, NY
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Social psychologist and UMass Boston Professor
After Antioch, Susan taught in public schools, and returned to graduate
school to tackle basic social issues. She researches the psychology of
injustice in everyday conflict and war. She works with a United Nations
non-governmental organization and has extensive experience in non-profit
organizations.
“Antioch, a wonderful place to live and learn, influenced the course of my
life. Recently I visited many small liberal arts colleges with my
teenagers. So many schools were alike while Antioch remained distinctive.
I’d like to be part of the Alumni Board to foster Antioch’s creativity,
vibrancy, uniqueness, and to promote its strong future.”
Kristen Pett, ’90; Encino, CA
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Associate Director of College Counseling, Milken Community High School,
Los Angeles
Prior to Kristen’s arrival in Los Angeles, she served as
Antioch’s~Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid.~ She’s now a
college counselor at an independent high school, helping students and
families through the college application process.~ Kristen also works with
local non-profits to run college workshops for at-risk students.
“Finding Antioch was pivotal in my journey through life.~ Now, more than
ever, do we need to ensure Antioch’s future.~ Board service has been an
opportunity to deepen my personal commitment to and passion for the
college.~ I would like to continue to impart the core values of an Antioch
education with current and future Antiochians.”
Sheila Richmond, ’57; Albuquerque, NM
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Retired psychologist
I taught in alternative schools where my Antioch experience prepared me to
be innovative, helped begin Head Start programs where there was no
funding, and served on the board of several schools. I studied for a
Masters in Educational Therapy and eventually a PsyD and a PhD in Clinical
Psychology. I am now retired and am painting in oils and pastels.
“The years I spent as an Antioch student helped form my interest in
self-directed learning and in the importance of taking responsibility for
one’s own education. I want to continue as a voice for these ideas. I hope
that my experience with nonprofits, and their intersection with
educational institutions will be of benefit to Antioch. I loved my Antioch
years and want that special experience to remain for other students.”
Larry Rubin, ’65; Washington, D.C.
Miguel Angel Santiago ’98; Dayton, OH
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Attorney
Born in Cuba, raised in New York and having gone to high school in
Florida, Miguel worked for admissions at Antioch for three years after
graduating. Thereafter, Miguel went to law school and started a law firm
in November of 2004. He and his wife and are expecting in June.
“I was very fortunate to have been steered toward Antioch after high
school. Antioch has given a lot to me over the years and I feel that I can
begin to give back to the College by being on the alumni board.”
Stephen Schwerner ’60; Yellow Springs, OH (Incumbent)
Retired; College Professor and Dean of Students emeritus
A few years after graduation I became a member of the Queens College (CUNY)
counseling service and in 1970 became its director. In 1976 I became the
Antioch College Dean of Students, a position I held for 15 years. In 1991
I was given the title of College Professor and taught in the CIS
department until last fall when I retired. Along with Antioch I am
interested in social justice issues and jazz music.
“Having served for the past three years, I would like to continue. I
believe I bring to the Alumni Board a love of the College, and a great
deal of knowledge about it as well as vast experience with it. I’ve been
a student, an administrator, a member of the teaching faculty, married to
an alum (Nancy Hayes), and the parent of an alum (Greta Schwerner).”
Wayne Snively, ’63; Newberry Springs, CA
No email. Home phone: 760-257-9149
Retired Registered Civil Engineer, State of California
Wayne worked for Los Angeles County Flood District for 36 years. He was an
American Peace Corp Volunteer in West Pakistan (Sindh area) from 1963-65
with a rural public works program. He is currently involved with Newberry
Springs (high desert) community water and land use issues.
“My background of dealing with organizational problems and implementing
solutions provides life experiences for implementing the new Plan for
Antioch. I am a former Yellow Springs area resident with a family history
of YSO-Antioch involvement. My goals are to implement: Increase student
enrollment; increase endowment funding; increase Arthur Morgan influences;
return Antioch to a dominant college presence.”
David Thelen, ’62; Bloomington, IN
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Distinguished Professor of History, Indiana University
I learned two lifelong lessons at Antioch: that theory and practice must
always challenge and interrogate each other and that citizenship is not a
legal condition but a way of daily life and practice. In my political
organizing, I tried to put them into practice. As a teacher at Missouri
and Indiana universities, I tried to help students experience and explore
these themes for themselves.
“I want to repay Antioch for giving me so much. In particular, I’m eager
to learn from and be a voice for alumni for whom these lessons also
resonate, for alumni who want to apply what they’re experienced since
graduation to give fresh life to Antioch’s rich traditions and thereby
propel it as far as it can go as a unique shining model for American
higher education and civic life.”
Don Wallace, ’60; Medway, OH
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Community member and retired physician
Fels child, 1937 to present (Remember Fels? It is still around.); Tecumseh
High School, 1955; Antioch, 1960 (biology, pre-medicine); Case Western
Reserve School of Medicine, 1965; Medical internship, 1966; Johns Hopkins
School of Hygiene and Public Health 1969 (statistics, epidemiology and
economics); U.S. Army 1969-72, 1990; local, state and federal health
officer, 1972-2003; family, and community, 2003 to present.
“Antioch is a “national” institution in a small, progressive community. It
would be strengthened through better integration into the local
“countryside,” a conservative place, some say. This integration could
result in a draw of students from the community and a return of expertise
from Antioch to it. What I received is a debt I can repay. No community
institution can replace Antioch.”
Bradley Wilburn, ’84; Mountlake Terrace, WA
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Land Use Planner for the City of Seattle
From my vantage point the long arc of my life has had four distinct
periods, which has shaped who I am today. My family and the natural
beauty of the Pacific Northwest formalized how I interpret the world. My
undergrad experience at Antioch College threw open the doors of
perception, and left in it’s wake profound friendships for life. In the
third period, I acquired the knowledge to use the tools of a land use
planner while attending the University of Michigan, where I received a MUP
degree and was awarded the spirit of planning award by the faculty. I’m
currently practicing the trade of my profession back in the city of my
youth, as a Land Use Planner for the City of Seattle.
“I am seeking a second term on the Alumni Board to follow through on
several projects that I would like to see through to completion. I’m most
enthusiastic about my involvement in setting up an alumni chapter in
Seattle and an affinity group for alumni of color. I have enjoyed meeting
and working with other members of Antioch’s extended family, and look
forward to strengthening Antioch College by increasing engagement of
others.”
Barbara Winslow, Ph.D, ’68; Brooklyn NY
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Associate Professor, Adolescence Social Studies, CUNY
and~BC Women’s Studies Program
Barbara Winslow is a historian who teaches in the School of Education and
for the Women’s Studies Program. Her areas of specialization are in social
studies curriculum development, integrating computer based multi-media
technology into the urban classroom at both the elementary and secondary
school level. She also specializes in integrating class, race and gender
into the elementary and secondary curriculum.
She attended Antioch College in the 1960’s and has never forgotten the
last valedictory address of its first president, Horace Mann, “Be ashamed
to die until you have won some victory for Humanity.” She received a Ph.D
in European and US women’s history from the University of Washington.
Her research focuses on the intersection of gender, class, race and
sexuality on women in social protest movements. Her first book, Sylvia
Pankhurst: Sexual Politics and Political Activism, (St. Martins, NY 1996)
tells the story of an important suffragette, peace campaigner,
anti-colonialist, anti-fascist, international socialist and feminist. She
is presently writing a history of the women’s liberation movement in
Seattle Washington. Winslow is also researching how class, race and gender
affect pedagogy, in particular with regard to technology.
Along with teaching and research interests, Barbara Winslow serves on the
Board of Directors of the North Star Fund, a foundation serving grassroots
activist organizations in New York City, the Brooklyn Center for the Urban
Environment, which provides environmental education programs, the American
Social History Project of the CUNY Graduate Center School and University
Center.
