Vol. 27 No. 14 - November 28, 2022

Alumna artist and entrepreneur Dusty Folwarczny will provide the commencement address during the graduation ceremony, Dec. 17.

A native of Winfield, Missouri, Folwarczny earned her BFA in sculpture from Truman in 2003 and made her way to Chicago in 2006 to establish her sculpting practice and work in management consulting, a career that would later be the genesis for a business idea. She creates large abstract steel forms salvaged from industrial steel. Folwarczny’s goal as a sculptor is to create and place public art all over the world with the hope that her sculptures will be seen and help transform a site into a more beautiful place, all while exposing more people to sculpture. Her work has been exhibited in the Chicago Loop, Navy Pier, the Willis Tower (aka, Sears Tower), Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, and is part of the Delta Sky Lounge corporate collection.

Folwarczny has served Chicago Sculpture International as secretary, vice president and president, leading the member-based non-profit from 2009-2016. She helped transform the organization to a 501(c)(3), fortify partnerships, fundraise, create its brand and modernize communications.

After several years working as a management consult, Folwarczny co-founded the visual communications company Ink Factory in 2011. This unique enterprise combines her artistic creativity and entrepreneurial spirit by specializing in visual note-taking. The company’s mission is to create visual experiences that inspire and engage. The work often takes place in strategy sessions and large conferences with the slogan “you talk. we draw. it’s awesome.”

In 2016, Folwarczny applied to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program to help provide an actionable framework for growing Ink Factory. The company is now a multimillion-dollar creative outfit trusted by some of the largest organizations in the world. It boasts 14 full-time employees including Folwarczny who serves as the Chief Vision Officer.

When she is not working or sculpting, Folwarczny stays grounded by tending to her urban farm complete with chickens, bees, fruit trees, and raised beds. She enjoys grocery shopping, hosting supper clubs, sailing, scavenging and spending time with family and friends.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for students and seniors, and $5 for veterans, active military and first responders. Children four and under are free. Tickets can be purchased here. Kickoff starts at 1 p.m. Dec. 3. The game will be broadcast live for free on the GLVC Sports Network.

University President Sue Thomas welcomed student Krishna Chebolu for a recent episode of “Tea Time with Sue.”
 
Chebolu is a junior mathematics major from Hyderabad, India. He works as a student advisor in Missouri Hall and is active Missouri Hall Council and Namaste Nepal. During their conversation, Chebolu discussed his experience studying at an isolated boarding school on the banks of the Ganges River with limited internet access, and how Truman’s inclusion in a college ranking led him to Kirksville.
 
Other topics of discussion include Chebolu’s love of cycling, as well as his unique approach to time management, which he views as energy management.
 
The entire podcast conversation can be found on the Truman Spotify channel. Follow Truman on social media for video excerpts from “Tea Time with Sue.” The complete video is also posted on the Truman YouTube channel.

Throughout the school year, President Thomas will welcome guests for one-on-one chats that shine a light on the people and things that make Truman the special place it is. New episodes will be announced in the Truman Today as they become available. Guests for “Tea Time with Sue” can be nominated at truman.edu/teatime.

Preceptors are needed for the following academies:

• Joseph Baldwin Academy (June 7 - July 1 and/or July 5 - 29)
• JBA Junior (July 16 - 21)
• ATSU-Truman Healthcare Academy (June 23 - 30)

The Institute for Academic Outreach is seeking applications for each academy for programs ranging from one to three weeks during June and July. Stipends vary based in the length of the program and nature of the work.

To be eligible as a preceptor, applicants must be a Truman student or a May 2023 graduate, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and not have outside commitments while working for the program(s). Individuals hired for these programs will also be required to complete a criminal background check, pre-academy trainings and pre-academy orientations.

“To me, the best thing about JBA is the connections you make,” said Holly Peters, former preceptor. “The lasting friendships and memories I’ve made over the years have truly been what keeps me coming back each year.”

Applications are currently being accepted, interviews will take place in February. Information about each available position can be accessed at Institute for Academic Outreach Summer Employment or by emailing Michelle Wilson at mwwilson@truman.edu.

The women’s game will tip off at 5:15 p.m., followed by the men’s game at 7:30 p.m.

On the women’s side, the series with the Greyhounds has been unpredictable at best, with each team having a better record on their opponents’ home court. UINDY has won the last two to have a 10-8 series lead. Truman is 43-13 (.767) in GLVC games under the direction of head coach Theo Dean and are 22-7 in conference home games during that span.

For the men’s team, the Greyhounds hold a 9-5 advantage over the Bulldogs. Truman won the regular season game 89-73 in Indianapolis, while in the GLVC tournament, the Greyhounds kept the lead the entire second half and ended the Bulldogs tournament run 94-90. Under head coach Jeff Horner, the Bulldogs are 56-20 in GLVC games played and 31-6 in conference home games.

Volunteers are asked to arrive at the stadium by 9:40 a.m. for directions prior to the doors opening at 10 a.m. Shortly after commencement begins, volunteers are free to leave or stay for the ceremony.
 
Anyone willing to volunteer or anyone with questions about volunteering, can contact Nancy Asher at nasher@truman.edu or Kaytee Wood at kwood@truman.edu, or call 660.785.4145. For those who volunteer, more detailed information will be sent closer to the actual date.

The event celebrates first-year students’ work in their Symposium and Self and Society courses. Presentations from more than 20 of the classes, including original music written by students and a puppet show, will be available to view. Hot chocolate and cookies, including the Sodexo brownie cookies, will be served.

Follow the tsu_symposium Instagram page for updates and more information.

Students may request to have an immediate family member who is a Truman emeritus faculty or staff, current full-time faculty or current full-time staff present their diploma at the Dec. 17 commencement ceremony.

Family member, for purposes of the diploma presentation, means grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, spouse, son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter, step-son, step-daughter, step-grandson, step-granddaughter of the presenting Truman faculty, staff, emeritus faculty or emeritus staff.

In order to request the presentation contact Kaytee Wood in the Registrar’s Office at kwood@truman.edu no later than 5 p.m. Dec. 1 and provide the following information:

Candidate’s Information:
•    Degree Candidate’s name
•    Candidate’s pronoun(s)
•    Candidate’s degree (BA, BFA, BM, BS, BSN, MA, MAc, MAE, MAT, MS) and program name (example: BS in Accounting)
•    Candidate’s email address
•    Candidate’s phone number

Presenter’s Information:
•    Presenter’s name
•    Presenter’s Truman employment title/position
•    Presenter’s email address
•    Presenter’s phone number

Family presenters are expected to be dressed in full academic regalia. If the presenter does not own these items, a cap and gown may be purchased through the University Bookstore.

Throughout the remainder of the fall semester, people will be able to join Roberta Donahue, professor of health science, for Fresh Start Fridays. This TruSolutions initiative seeks to offer accessible yoga and stretching activities to promote a balanced culture of wellness and academic focus. The sessions will occur from 2:30-3:30 p.m. every Friday in Pickler Memorial Library 308. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat: a limited number of mats will be available for those without one. For questions, contact Donahue at rdonahue@truman.edu.

The School of Business is now accepting applications for the spring 2023 position of communication intern.

The intern will assist with the production of the annual magazine, Pedigree. The position will require four hours per week for the spring 2023 semester. Applicants should have a strong background in writing and editing. Business and communication majors are encouraged to apply, with special consideration given to candidates with knowledge of Associated Press Style.

To apply, send a resume, an advising transcript, two writing samples and contact information for two on-campus references to the School of Business, 2400 Violette Hall, no later than Dec. 1. For questions about the internship, contact Becky Pike at bpike@truman.edu.

Truman’s Upward Bound program is currently accepting applications for spring employment. Influence equity in and access to higher education by joining the Upward Bound team in helping area high school students prepare for college. Interested students can access application materials here.

Applications are now being accepted for summer internships at the following locations in Missouri:

•    Independence: Harry Truman Presidential Library (full-time, 9 credits)
•    Kansas City: National World War I Museum (part-time, 4 credits)
•    Kirksville: Judicial Archives Project (part-time, 4 credits)
•    Olathe, KS: Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop-Farm (part-time, 4 credits)
•    St. Joseph: St. Joseph Museums (part-time, 4 credits)
•    St. Louis: Field House Museum (part-time, 4 credits), Missouri History Museum (part-time, 4 credits), Mercantile Library (part-time, 4 credits)
•    Springfield: MSU Special Collections and Archive (part-time, 4 credits)

The summer internships are open to all Truman students and are especially relevant for those considering careers in archives, museums and teaching. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled. Email jasonmcd@truman.edu to find out what the internships entail and how to apply.

The Office of Admission is looking for orientation leaders to welcome and introduce all first-year students and their families to Truman during summer orientations. Orientation allows students to enroll in classes, discuss transitional issues with current students and staff and begin to make friends at Truman.

Applications are due Dec. 14. Applications and full job description can be found at truman.edu/ol. Contact Michaela Elsbernd, orientation leader coordinator, with any questions.

Residence Life is looking for students who will create welcoming environments, develop connections with students and foster a learning-centered community to apply as student advisors for the 2023-2024 school year. Student advisors will have their room and meal fees fully covered.

Anyone enrolled in classes, has lived on campus for at least one semester once employed and maintained a 2.75 GPA, is qualified to apply. The application is open now until Jan. 20. Visit reslife.truman.edu or email reslife@truman.edu for more information

Junior and senior students could win up to $250 from Truman, and $10,000 nationally, through the Robert L. Gould Scholastic Award competition.

SS&C, a financial technology company, sponsors the annual Robert L. Gould Scholastic Award to recognize outstanding university students who produce academic papers on topics related to investment management strategies, theories and trends.

• As we continue to explore technology in our everyday lives, how do you see technology changing the interactions we have and the types of interactions as it relates to investing?    
• As technology is explored in everyday lives, how could gamification impact or encourage appropriate investing behaviors and what are the real or potential positive and negative consequences of using gamification in this environment?  
• Given the advancements in technology, how is or will investment advice and portfolio construction change in the next 3, 5 and 10 years?
• As a consumer of that future state, what are your expectations surrounding engagement with those financial products and the brands that manufacture them?

In addition to the national award, the University will offer cash prizes to the top three papers from Truman students. Locally, first place will earn $250, second place will receive $150 and third place will get $100. All three will be submitted to the SS&C for the national competition.

Papers should be submitted to Chuck Boughton, instructor in business administration, at boughton@truman.edu. Polished drafts are due by Dec. 9 with final paper submission due Jan. 15. Submissions should be in Word format only. Local awards will be announced after the Jan. 31 submission to the Gould judges. For more information email boughton@truman.edu.

SS&C is a global provider of investment and financial services and software for the financial services and health care industries. Named to Fortune 1,000 list as top U.S. company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 25,000+ employees in more than 100 offices in 40 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and health care organizations, from the world's largest institutions to local firms, manage and account for their investments using SS&C's products and services.

In 2018, SS&C acquired DST Systems, Inc., which was founded and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Gould was president of DST from 1984 until his death in 1987. He had a distinguished career in the financial services industry and was known for his creative and results-oriented style. Prior to joining DST, Gould was president of Fidelity’s Service Company in Boston.

Allison Gus
4:15 p.m.
Dec. 8

The University Board of Governors will meet at 1 p.m. Dec. 3 in the Student Union Building Conference Room.

Candidates will interview on campus and participate in an all-University open forum. The curriculum vitae (CV) for each candidate can be found on the search website. All open forums will be recorded, and a webcast of each forum will be available on the website shortly thereafter. A link to an electronic candidate evaluation form will also be available on the website.

Dr. Laurie Couch
Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education & Student Success, Morehead State University
10 a.m.
Dec. 5
Violette Hall 1000

Dr. Eric Freedman
Dean, School of Media Arts, Columbia College Chicago
10 a.m.
Dec. 7
Violette Hall 1000

Dr. Jennifer Schlueter
Associate Provost and Dean of Academics, Columbus College of Arts & Design
10 a.m.
Dec. 9
Violette Hall 1000

Students from the Miller Research Lab in Chemistry presented at the A. T. Still University Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Symposium in Kirksville, Nov. 12. Attendees representing the lab included: Bill Miller III, associate professor of chemistry; Dominic Caputa, senior physics major; Peyton Williams, senior biology major; Charan Dyavanapalli, senior biology major; Ainsley LaMore, senior biochemistry and molecular biology major (BCMB); Christine Chen, sophomore BCMB major; and Sarah Holmes, senior BCMB major. Holmes was awarded for Best Undergraduate Research Presentation.

These students also presented at the annual MERCURY meeting on computational chemistry at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, July 20-22. Williams was selected to give an oral research talk while all other students presented poster presentations.


Attendees representing the lab are pictured above, top row (left to right): Bill Miller III, Dominic Caputa, Peyton Williams and Charan Dyavanapalli. Bottom row (left to right): Ainsley LaMore, Christine Chen and Sarah Holmes.