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SPRING 2008

PRESIDENT’SMESSAGEDear Town & GownMembers,

We are well into our40th Anniversaryyear and many plansare underway tosurprise you andmake this 40th year

one we all will remember in the history ofTown & Gown.

The elected and appointed leadership boardof Town & Gown meets monthly. I would liketo share with you some of the recent actionsundertaken by this group of volunteers whorepresent you.

Sometime ago your board made a five-yearcommitment to fund refurbishment of theT&G Conference Room in Memorial Hall.This year the Board voted to acceleratepayment on this commitment and $12,000 hasbeen designated for our pledge payment thisyear. If we are able to pay the same amountnext year we will have paid off ourcommitment one year earlier than plannedand you as members will have donated$40,000 to create a special meeting place forfaculty and staff of Chapman University.

Another recent action was to authorizepurchase of a new banner for Town & Gown.Barbara Parker is heading up the team todesign and procure this new banner. We hopeto have it in place for the Annual SpringLuncheon on May 1.

Throughout this newsletter you will readmore about the many exciting plans andevents that are planned for the remainder ofthis year. Be sure to mark your calendars andbe present at our May 1 Luncheon. Town & Gown is you - our loyal members!

– Donna Gladson

The Town & Gown Board is planning afestive Annual Spring Luncheon in celebrationof its 40th year as a Chapman support group at11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, in the Williamand Willa Dean Lyon Conference Center,second floor, Argyros Forum, Room 209.

Special guests will include ChapmanPresident James L.Doti and the faculty guestspeakers from the 2007-08 Lunch at theForum series who will be inducted into ourHall of Lecturers: Dr. Fred Caporaso, Dr.Stephen Polcari, Instructor Lynda Hall andAssistant Professor Daniel Alfred Wachs.

Asst. Professor Dale Merrill, chair ofChapman’s department of dance, and facultyliaison to the Town & Gown Board, willintroduce the Chapman Dance Ensemblewhich will present excerpts from its recenttouring production entitled “The CreativeSpark: Dance and Inspiration.” Four pieceshave been selected that highlight thechoreographic skills and technical prowessof Chapman’s dance majors.

Before joining Chapman’s faculty,Professor Merrill was artistic director for

ANNUAL LUNCHEON TO FEATURE DANCE ENSEMBLE’S“THE CREATIVE SPARK: DANCE AND INSPIRATION”

WHERE’S THE SPARKLE?Town & Gown is celebrating its 40th

Anniversary in various ways. One way willbe for some of us to make a special additionaldonation to Town & Gown and be given apin to wear that “REALLY” sparkles!

We have ordered a limited edition* of 100T&G 40th Anniversary pins to be a one-time gift to T&G members who make aspecial 40th Anniversary donation of atleast $100. Your gift will be 100% tax-deductible and your name will be listed asa special 40th Anniversary donor in afuture issue of Talk of the Town.

T&G’s 40th Anniversary donor pins will bepatterned after our logo (continued on page 3)

the nationally known Spectrum DanceTheater in Seattle, Washington. For twoyears he has been artistic director ofChapman’s highly-acclaimed scholarshipfund raiser “American Celebration.”

Professor Merrill’s presentation willfollow the luncheon, (continued on page 2)

Along with Daniel Alfred Wachs, music director for Chapman’s Conservatory of Music at the piano(l), students(from left) Adrianna Hernandez, violin; Kathleen Mangusing, violin, Philipp Triggs, viola and Ian Flatt, cello;played Mozart for those attending the March Lunch at the Forum.

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By Joanne Jurczyk, University AdvancementThere is nothing like a dream to create the future. – Victor HugoAs I write this latest Gown Talk, this quote by Victor Hugo seems

the perfect way to summarize the prospects of Chapman University.Here at Chapman dreams do create the future. President Dotirecently made his annual State of the University Address and gaveexciting insight into what we can anticipate in the coming years.The following highlights the growth, expansion and developmenthe expects on campus before 2012.• The arrival of the Nobel Laureate Team to campus headed up byDr. Vernon L. Smith, recipient of the 2002 Nobel Prize in

Economics, who will lead the Economic Science Institute.• The completion this fall of the final phase of the Erin J. Lastinger Athletics Complexwhich includes the dedication of the Ernie Chapman Stadium, Zee Allred Aquatics Centerand the Bill and Barbara Parker Atrium Lobby, to mention only a few of the many newfacilities to be completed.• Announcement of the new Global Citizens Plaza that will include a stainless steel spherewater fountain surrounded by 64 flags of the world, an area to celebrate Chapman’s diversestudent population and mission to “… to provide a personalized education of distinctionthat leads to inquiring, ethical and productive lives as global citizens.”• Plans for a new science building or complex - its location still to be announced alongwith the news of a physics program that also will include a team of scientists who will forman institute similar to Economic Science Institute.

Chapman University’s path ahead continues to burn bright, and as we “dream to create afuture.” Along the way, I want to remind everyone to take the opportunity to experience“dreams and futures” that are happening right now through the various theatrical works,dance recitals or concerts and sports events that highlight our talented Chapman students.I urge everyone to check the Chapman calendar of events at www.chapman.edu. Click on“About Chapman” and “Events Calendar” to discover Chapman University. While you areat it … check out the new Town & Gown Web page that includes the recent issues of Talkof the Town online and a photo gallery of T&G events.

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a short business meeting, election andinstallation of officers for the year 2008-09and induction of our guest Forum speakersinto the Hall of Lecturers.

Tickets are $30. Watch for yourreservation form early in April and return itas soon as possible, as seating is limited andwe expect a sell-out crowd.– Elaine S. Parke,1st VP, Programs

IN MEMORIAM

Our hearts are with

the families of

Katharina Bradley

Dr. Harriet Opfell

Nash Rivera

For several years, Town & Gown andindividual members of T&G have beengenerous supporters of the Opening Nightperformance of Chapman’s prestigiousAmerican Celebration scholarship fundraiser.Three of our members, Merry Berkowitz,Barbara Parker and I, are members of thecommittee for American CelebrationOpening Night.

Our goal this year is not only to haveT&G attendance increase at Opening Nightbut to have additional T&G members electto support the event as sponsors in theprogram brochure.

T&G typically subscribes to a full-pagead as an organization and we encourageour members to consider individualsponsorships. A business card-sized adstarts at only $45.

It also is our hope to have some earlycommitments as sponsorships for inclusionin the invitational brochure, to be mailed tomore than 10,000 in the community, as anincentive for others to decide to participate.

FINAL TRIP OF THESEASON PROMISES AHEAVENLY TIME

On Wednesday, April 30, Town & Gownmembers and their guests will board adeluxe motor coach to Los Angeles for ACelestial Experience. First we will havelunch at the Tam O'Shanter Inn where theambiance is charming, the main coursedelicious and the dessert heavenly. Thenwe'll go to the Griffith Park Observatory,the most-visited public observatory in theworld, where we will have an opportunityto explore at our own pace.

Recommended is the amazing show atthe Samuel Oschin Planetarium. Therewe'll recline in comfortable seats as we lookup at the heavens and learn how Californiaobservers have shaped our view of theuniverse. Purchase of tickets for theplanetarium show, which can be boughtonly after our arrival at the Observatory, isa personal responsibility and costs $7 perperson, $5 for seniors 60 and older.

To learn about the history and recentrenovation of the Observatory, don't mssthe presentation at the Leonard NimoyEvent Horizon Theater. Admission to thistheater is free.

We'll meet in the parking lot of the FirstChristian Church of Orange and leavepromptly at 9:45 a.m., returning atapproximately 5 p.m. The cost, which coverstransportation, lunch and gratuities, is $50per person. Information about this trip,including a reservation form, was mailed tomembers the first week of March. If you didnot receive it or would like additionalinformation, please call us at (714) 639-4956.

Plans are now being made for the 2008-2009 trip schedule and any suggestions youhave will be greatly appreciated. You areencouraged to join us as we visit interestingplaces, learn something new, or just relax andare entertained. It’s always more fun whenwe share these experiences with friends.– Carroll and Carol Howansky,Co-2ndVPs, Special Events

Deadline to be included in the invitationalbrochure, is April 3.

If you’d like to help with this project, orwant to learn more about it, please callMerry at (714) 838-6418, Barbara at (714)532-4302, or me at (714) 637-0158. We’dreally like to hear from you.– Betty Bartley, American CelebrationOpening Night Committee

AMCEL SEEKS HELP OF T&G MEMBERS

Chronicler’s CornerWhile T&G members – especially Karen

Reese and Donna Gladson – have beenbusy taking pictures of events andgathering information relating to our 40-year anniversary celebration, JoanneJurczyk, our liaison with UniversityAdvancement, has found a treasure trove ofarticles relating to the beginnings of ourorganization. A group of us will be visitingChapman’s archives soon to review thesefiles. If you have an interest in delving intoour history, call me at (714) 637-3931.– Sharon Malloy, Historian

SPARKLE (continued from page 1)

and will be 1-7/8” in size with either 14Kgold plating or rhodium (silver colored)plating. Both gold and silver pins will beenhanced with clear Austrian crystals. Thejewelry company, Garnay, Inc., has designedthese pins especially for T&G and arrival isanticipated by early May.

Should you have questions, pleasecontact me at (714) 921-9623, or KathleenShelly, anniversary committee chairman, at(714) 996-5031. An order form for thepins will be arriving in the mail soon – sobe on the lookout!*(These pins will not be reordered.)– Karen Reese, 3rd VP, Membership

The recently completed 14th season ofT&G’s Lunch at the Forum series, featuringChapman faculty speakers, has seen ever-growing attendance at each luncheon.

Popularity of the Forum is attributed tothe interesting programming that showcasedfour outstanding faculty members whodiscussed topics ranging from life in theGalapagos Islands, to artist Jackson Pollockand author “Aunt” Jane Austen, to stringquartet and piano performances.

At present the plan is to continueholding the 2008-09 Lunch at the ForumSeries in the same location - ArgyrosForum. However, members and friendswill need to reserve their season ticketsearly to avoid the disappointment of beingplaced on a waiting list.

Look for a T&G summer flyer announcingthe 2008-09 Lunch at the Forum Series. If youhave questions or need additional information

Town TalkThe City of Orange is a fun and exciting place to be in the summer, offering events and

activities for all to enjoy. Here is a quick look at we have planned for Summer 2008.Concerts in the Park (relax and listen to music). Pack your picnic baskets, relax at

Hart Park (22 Fwy and Glassell), and enjoy fantastic free entertainment for all ages underthe summer stars on Wednesday evenings from June 18-Aug. 13. Bring your blankets orlawn chairs and get ready for a great time! Food and drinks can be purchased at theKiwanis Club of Orange booth.Swimming at the Plunge. Join in on all the fun at the newly renovated pools at Hart

Park, yes pools! The old pool deck now accommodates two pools for the public to enjoy.Hart Park pool offers swimming lessons for all levels with certified instructors. Or stopby for recreational swimming at posted hours during the week and weekend – my personalfavorite is night swimming on Wednesday evening.

What about taking a cool dip while getting a great workout with our aquatic exerciseprogram? This program helps sustain and improve joint mobility and muscle tone, andimproves endurance levels in a fun, supportive class environment. Also, private poolrentals are a great way to celebrate a birthday, have a family reunion or even give acompany party. Certified Lifeguards are included.Still more to do! The City of Orange offers an adult basketball program and slow pitch

leagues for men, women, and co-eds. We also offer great summer day camp programsincluding a teen club. The City has a wonderful event to commemorate our nation’sIndependence Day. The 3rd of July Celebration salutes the red, white and blue with thecommunity. Join thousands of residents enjoying interactive games, listening to liveentertainment, savoring delicious food from Orange non-profit groups, singing along tothe Orange Community Master Chorale of Santiago Canyon College and becomingmesmerized by a colorful fireworks show.

Top off a wonderful summer with a Labor Day tradition – the Orange International Street Fair.This event attracts over 100,000 people over the three-day event (Friday through Sunday).

Start planning your fun-filled summer by logging on to www.cityoforange.org or call(714) 744-7274 for details about our programs and events.– Irma Hernandez, City of Orange, Sr. Assistant to the City Manager

AND THE WINNER IS …CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY

Town & Gown members join becausethey believe in helping students who wishto have a Chapman University education;they believe in contributing funds towardprojects that enhance student learning orbeautify the campus; and they believe inpersonal growth through participation insocial and academic programs, whilehaving “a great deal of fun” in the process.

And we’ve been havin’ fun!In February alone, we enjoyed Lunch at the

Forum, with Lynda Hall’s terrific presentationon Jane Austen. Later in the month we had afabulous experience at the CandlelightPavilion Dinner Theater in Claremont. Thenin March, we “Met the Maestro”, again at theForum luncheon. This “is” the way to go.

Membership renewal forms will be mailedmid-April, but we are delighted to welcomenew members all year long—especiallyduring T&G’s 40th Anniversary year.

We welcome new members Dr. VernonSmith and his lovely wife Candace, PamBrand (who once was a member), Alice &Jean DeBeauvieres, Barbara Post and HelenWalker.

For information regarding T&Gmembership, please contact me atkreese7228@juno.com or (714) 921-9623.– Karen Reese, 3rd VP, Membership

RECORD ATTENDANCES MARK RECENT FORUM SERIESon the series, call me at (714) 544-2254. I lookforward to seeing everyone back next year.– Elaine S. Parke, 1st VP, Programs

OOPS!In the Winter 2008 issue the honor conferred on founding member Betty R. Moss should

have been Honorary Life Member instead of Honorary Member.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT …Our scholarship student Sarah Cary, spotted

enjoying the music at our March Lunch at theForum, is a junior and will graduate in May2009 … T&G’s Conference Room is inprocess of moving from the first to the secondfloor of Memorial Hall … Also spotted at theMarch Forum was newly-arrived Dr. VernonL. Smith who will lead Chapman’s EconomicScience Institute, and his wife Candace …

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TalkoftheTown ApublicationofTown&GownofChapmanUniversity

Town&Gown’s

40thAnniversary

2008

2007-08EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Donna Gladson (714) 921-3835President

Elaine Parke (714) 544-22541st VP, Programs

Carol Howansky/Carroll Howansky(714) 639-4956

Co-2nd VPs, Special Events

Karen Reese (714) 921-96233rd VP, Membership

Melida Canfield (714) 544-4436Treasurer

Judy McLaren (714) 921-2778Recording Secretary

Jan Fleming (714) 637-9739Corresponding Secretary

Shirley Lapier (714) 774-7218Parliamentarian

Betty Bartley (714) 637-0158Editor, Talk of the Town

Editorial Board:Merry Berkowitz, Marge Carter, DonnaGladson, Joanne Jurczyk, Shirley Lapier,Kathleen Shelly, Anne Wood

EEXXEECCUUTTIIVVEE CCOOMMMMIITTTTEEEEPresident Donna Gladson1st Vice President Elaine Parke2nd Vice President

Carroll and Carol Howansky3rd Vice President Karen ReeseTreasurer Melida CanfieldRecording Secretary Rhea BlackParliamentarian Shirley Lapier

DDIIRREECCTTOORRSSAwards Margie KingChaplain Shauna FarleyGift/Scholarship Roseanne ByeHistorian Sharon MalloyHospitality Sarah Villamil, Judy CrumHandbook/Membership

Roster Editor Betty RiveraNominations Mari Jo BuchtelTalk of the Town

Co-Editors Betty Bartley, Marge Carter

MMEEMMBBEERRSS--AATT--LLAARRGGEEBill Amneus Kathy PaukstisFay Amneus Bob StocktonDonna Attallah Anita StorckMarcia Cooley Anne WoodJan Fleming Penni McRoberts

SSPPEECCIIAALL AADDVVIISSOORRSS TTOO TTHHEE PPRREESSIIDDEENNTT Immediate Past President – Merry BerkowitzNorma Lineberger Mary Lou SavageBarbara Mulch Bev Weatherill

LIAISONSChapman UniversityUniversity Advancement Joanne Jurczyk

Faculty Professor Dale MerrillCommunity RepresentativesCity of Orange Nora Jacob,

City of Orange Library Director– Mary Lou Savage, Chairman, Nominations Committee

2008-09 NOMINATIONS PRESENTED TO GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Your Nominations Committee, chaired by Mary Lou Savage and including Roseanne Bye,Marcia Cooley, Shirley Stannard, Alyce Thomas and Eric Scandrett (alternate), presents thefollowing nominees for election and installation at the May 1 Annual Luncheon. Includedare lists of appointed Special Advisors to the President and Liaisons, who also will beinstalled at the luncheon.