Campus Connection
Jonathan Borja
Music
Jonathan Borja, Music, performed as soloist with Orquesta Sinfónica de Nuevo León on June 4 in Monterrey, NL, Mexico.
Dean Vesperman
History
Dean Vesperman, History, authored the chapter "“But now I see that there’s so much more to it: Journaling, primary contradictions, and expanding conceptions of democracy and citizenship." in "Social Science Education for Just and Sustainable Societies," which was accepted for publication by Emerald Publishing.
A goal of sustainable development is the promotion and creation of a peaceful and inclusive society. Thus, this requires citizens who are committed to these basic principles, enshrined in democratic institutions. Given the central role of schools in the creation of democratic citizens, (Parker 1996; Westheimer & Kahne 2004), this study explores how preservice social studies teachers expanded their conceptions of citizenship and democracy in relation to the goals of the SDGs. This study demonstrates that journaling about democracy creates primary contradictions (Engeström 1987; 1990), which leads to an expansion of their conceptions. Therefore, teachers could and should use journaling as a means for students to explore various aspects of how peaceful and inclusive societies support sustainable development.
Remembering
Alumna Sophie Bell, '71, died June 1. For more information see the obituary.
Alumna Janet Kay Devore, '78, died June 5. For more information see the obituary.
Charles F. Anderson, spouse of Marla M. French, '94, fundholder for the Keith French Scholarship, died June 4. For more information see the obituary.
Rita M. Jenks died May 18. Rita and deceased spouse, Professor Emeritus John D. Jenks, '59, were fund holders for the John Jenks Family & Friends Memorial Scholarship. For more information see the obituary.
Alumna Dolores R. (Wall) Anderson, '71, died Oct. 12, 2021. For more information see the obituary.
Alumna Lenore (Speas) Bartling, '52, died Dec. 16, 2020. For more information see the obituary.
Alumna Alumna Ardyth J. (Wall) Rich died Nov. 21, 2010. For more information see the obituary.
Thanks to Paul Lacount, University Centers, for his outstanding service and collaboration at the International Death, Grief & Bereavement Conference. Paul seemed to be in three places at once, anticipating needs and resolving issues with remarkable efficiency. His calm, positive and helpful demeanor contributed greatly to the conference's success and was deeply appreciated by attendees, presenters and staff alike.
— Graduate & Extended Learning
2017 Jeep Patriot — 4WD, drives well in all conditions. About 100,000 miles. No mechanical issues and recently driven regularly.
Vehicle has a salvage title due to prior damage that has been repaired. It has been road-tested and drives as it should. Some exterior rust present consistent with age and Midwest use.
$6,500 or best offer. For more information, contact Kjerstin Lang at 608.785.8651 or klang@uwlax.edu.